Samburu – North Laikipia – Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara

9 Days / 8 Nights Kenya Safari

 

Samburu National Reserve

Lake Naivasha - Rift Valley

Masai Mara - Kenya

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Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu Game Reserve
Day 2: Samburu Game Reserve
Day 3: Samburu   – North Laikipia, Northern Frontier District
Day 4: North Laikipia, Northern Frontier District
Day 5: North Laikipia   – Lake Naivasha
Day 6: Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 8: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 9: Masai Mara - Nairobi

 

Cost for 2011: Per Person
Land Arrangements (per person)

Child rate 2-11 years is 75% of the adult rate

 

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Samburu – North Laikipia – Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara 9 Days / 8 Nights

Kenya Safari

This exciting 9 Days / 8 Night Safari is a delightful journey for travelers with limited time away from home yet who desire an in-depth safari experience. Devoted exclusively to Kenya, in less than two weeks we touch upon nearly all of the region's highlights :- Samburu National Reserve, North Laikipia, Lake Naivasha and Masai Mara Game Reserve while enjoying exceptional wildlife throughout.

 

This African Safari is about the animals …thundering herds, thousands of creatures on the plains, in the craters and in the jungle. All of Africa pulses with the sights and sounds of the last true paradise left on earth. But sometimes there can be more to a safari than just wildlife. On that rare and wonderful occasion, there can be splendor and elegance beyond your wildest imagination. Below we provide details of this programme and the tale of our inspiration for this exquisite journey.

 

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1
Nairobi – Samburu Game Reserve
This morning we travel by road to Kenya's northern frontier. Wild and rugged, Samburu is fiercely beautiful with its arid savannahs watered by the lovely Uaso Nyiro River. It is also one of Kenya's most protected areas and home to species only found north of the equator, from the reticulated giraffe to Grevy's zebras and Beisa oryxes. We also enjoy Larsens Tented Camp or Samburu Intrepids, our luxurious hostelry set beneath a canopy of acacia trees along the banks of the river.

 

Overnight at Samburu Intrepids or Larsens Camp or Samburu Serena Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast}

 

Day 2
Samburu Game Reserve
Dawn breaks in golden bands as we start our day in the bush by scanning the river from our tent's veranda with a cup of steaming coffee in hand. Before the dew is off the grass, we're off in pursuit of the elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs that thrive in the reserve's grasslands and acacia woodlands. And so the day is spent in alternating pursuits of exploration in the bush and relaxation in our cozy camp or Lodge.

 

Overnight at Samburu Intrepids or Larsens Camp or Samburu Serena Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 3
Samburu – North Laikipia, Northern Frontier District
Overland drives are a pleasure in themselves and we drive to another legendary safari setting where the vast ecosystem plays host to the planet's most awesome wildlife spectacle. Arrive in time for lunch at Sabuk. Unpack, relax, maybe swim in the river or just enjoy the uninterrupted view across the Laikipia plains towards the distant mountains. Enjoy an early evening bush sundowner a short walk from camp, high on rocky crags watching the sun set behind the hills. Sabuk is an alluring haven on the edge of the Northern Frontier District offering stunning views of the Laikipia plains. This intimate lodge is a unique community experience offering a wealth of safari activities.

 

Overnight at Sabuk Lodge

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

 

Day 4
North Laikipia, Northern Frontier District
Set off in the cool early morning for a morning's walk with camels. Or you can ride a camel if you feel tired or want an even better view! Led by a professional safari guide and his team of trained Laikipia Masai warriors, the walk takes you across the hills with glimpses of the Ewaso River as it twists and tumbles its way across the highland plains. A picnic brunch under the thorn trees is a treat or picnic lunch on the river banks and a swim as the waters tumble into a natural rock pool. Laze by the river or in the airy mess or your own cottage for the afternoon before campfire sundowners.

 

Overnight at Sabuk Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 5
North Laikipia – Lake Naivasha
Depart after breakfast, descending from the Laikipia Plateau onto the Rift Valley floor, heading for Lake Naivasha arriving in time for lunch. After lunch enjoy a guided walk or drive across this beautiful private ranch with views across to Lake Naivasha and Longonot, an extinct volcano on the ranch border. Horse riding is available at the ranch - a great way to get up close to the Zebra, Giraffe and other plentiful plains game here.

Overnight at Longonot Ranch House
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 6
Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Depart Lake Naivasha for Masai Mara Game Reserve-jewel of Kenya's Game Park. This enormous Reserve actually part of the vast Serengeti plains is famously known for it's spectacular great wildebeest migration and is a true home of the big five-Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Rhino and Cape Buffalo. Upon arrival, lunch will follow. After lunch, explore the reserve on a late evening 'Spice' game drive. In the evening, we relax around the camp/Lodge fire before an excellent dinner.

Overnight at Mara Serena Lodge or Mara Safari Club or Kichwa Tembo

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 7 & Day 8
Explore Masai Mara
The Masai Mara is one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. We spend the next two days on morning and afternoon 'Spice' game drives. Large mammals are varied, abundant and easy to see. Residents among the Parks mammals are; Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Impala, Zebra, Topi, both the Thomson's and Grant's Gazelles. The best *Hot Air Balloon rides are available on this day at an additional cost.

Overnight at Mara Serena Lodge or Mara Safari Club or Kichwa Tembo

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 9
Masai Mara  – Nairobi
Begin today with a complete English breakfast at your lodge, followed by 'Spice' game drive en–route to Nairobi. The balance of the day is at leisure for last minute assisted shopping and sightseeing.

 

Meal Plan {Breakfast}

 

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Included Safari Features

* Multi-lingual Professional Safari Guide/Driver. (Professional Safari Escort is available upon request)

* Round trip transport from Nairobi to Samburu, North Laikipia, Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara

* Finest accommodations in Samburu, North Laikipia, Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara

* Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari

* Membership in Flying Doctors Society – Emergency air rescue
* Safari vehicles carry cold drinks and mineral water
* Guaranteed window seating with open top
* All applicable Game Park entrance fees
* All meals included while on safari
* Pre–tour itinerary document
* 11 Extensive Game drives

 

Excluded safari features

* Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary
* Optional Hot Air Ballooning (cost per person is 450 US Dollars), Nature walks etc
* Gratuity for Porterage / waiters at hotels, camps and airports

* Christmas, New Year and Easter Supplement
* Gratuity for your professional driver guide
* Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner
* Cost of obtaining passport and visas
* Accommodations in Nairobi
* International Airfare

 

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Options that Complement this Safari

 

 

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