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8 Days Samburu Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari
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The Experience
What your day looks like
This eight-day private luxury safari takes you through Samburu in northern Kenya's frontier region, then via the Great Rift Valley and the Masai Mara, which is home to the Big Five. Rare species that can survive the harsh, desert environment, such the Somali ostrich and the reticulated giraffe, can be found in the Samburu Game Reserve.The 8 Days Kenya Safari Itinerary offers amazing animal watching and recreation in the Masai Mara National Reserve, Samburu National Reserve , and Lake Nakuru. It is a wonderful 7 nights 8 days Kenya safari package.Your 8 Days Kenya Safari tour begins with a picturesque drive from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve, passing Mount Kenya (5,199m), Africa's second-highest summit. Explore this magnificent wilderness on game drives to see the rare Samburu Special 5 (Gerenuk, Grevy's Zebra, Somali Ostrich, Beisa Oryx, and Reticulated Giraffe), which are well recognized for frequent sightings of lion, Cheetah, and leopard. Next, proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park through Africa's captivating Great Rift Valley. The park has an abundance of birds and good populations of large mammals in a small area, so it is possible to see rare Rothschild Giraffes, Black Rhinos, and Buffalo with certainty.One of Africa's premier wildlife areas and the last stop on this 8-day Kenya safari itinerary is Masai Mara. It is the stuff of safari fantasies, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration and some of Africa's most productive lion prides. Before making the drive back to Nairobi, you'll experience exhilarating game drives and stop at a nearby town to learn more about the intriguing Maasai culture.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- View of the Mount Kenya.
- Elusive Wildlife in Samburu.
- Series of Wildlife Encounter at the mighty Masai Mara plain savanna.
- Nature Wonder at Lake Nakuru.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Nairobi
Welcome to this tour! When you arrive at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a representative from Dav Safaris will be waiting and transfer you to your city hotel, and then advise you on the details of your safari.
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Enjoy your food! Enjoy your bed and breakfast and dinner for the day.
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Accommodation at Sarova Panafric Hotel.
Day 2
Nairobi
Sightseeing at Mount Kenya. View of the Mount Kenya Eat breakfast first thing in the morning, then leave early for Samburu National Reserve. We'll cross the equator and pass through the lower reaches of Mount Kenya on the picturesque trip. This is a fantastic chance to take pictures and share them with family and friends back home.
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Wildlife Safari at Shaba National Reserve. Game drive look for locally locally present wildlife species including the blue-necked Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, Grevy's zebra, and reticulated giraffe, all of which are uncommon elsewhere in the nation.
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included for this day.
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Accmmodation at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge.
Day 3
Nairobi
Wildlife Safari at Samburu National Reserve. Game drive You have a full day in Samburu today, including early morning and late afternoon game drives to look for the elusive "Special Five" or "Northern Five," which can only be found in this area north of the equator. The Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy's Zebra, Beisa Oryx, Somali Ostrich, Gerenuk, and crocodiles in the Ewaso Nyiro River are considered to be the "Special Five." Additionally, the sanctuaries are home to over 365 different bird species. The lion, leopard, and cheetah are among the big cats that live in the reserve. It will be interesting to see that the elephants in Samburu have a distinctive reddish color due to dust bathing in the region's distinctive red soil.
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Local Flavor. Village tour You visit the best place to view stars which is under the Samburu skies. There is no additional cost for the visit.
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included for this day.
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Accommodation at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge.
Day 4
Nairobi
Wildlife Safari at Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Game drive Early morning game drives to Ol Pejeta Conservancy , the largest black rhino reserve in East Africa and home to two of the last northern white rhinos in the world.
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Eco Tour at Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Game drive Afternoon Game Drive excursion to the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, where we can see Baraka the Black Rhino and learn about their livelihood.
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included for this day.
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Accomodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp.
Day 5
Nairobi
Transfer To Lake Nakuru National Park
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Nakuru
Eco Tour at Lake Nakuru National Park. Game drive Look at flamingos and more than 400 other bird species that may be spotted at Lake Nakuru. The lake is a soda lake that lies at the bottom of the rift valley. Millions of flamingos in one place makes for an amazing sight. The lake appears pink-ringed from a distance. Look at the Rothschild's giraffe, the black and white rhino, lions, waterbuck, buffalo, and baboons.
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included for this day.
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Accommodation at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge.
Day 6
Nairobi
After a sumptuous meal in the early morning, we will travel to the fabled Masai Mara Game Reserve. It is certain to be breathtaking as we travel through the Great Rift Valley, something that runs from Syria to Mozambique.
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Wildlife Safari. Game drive We go to Sarova Mara Game Camp. The opulent camp is close to the Mara River and is regarded as the ideal spot for observing wildlife. There are many different species of antelope to see, as well as lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, wildebeest, zebras, plains game, black rhinos, and giraffes. There are more than 450 distinct species of birds in the area.
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Leisure. Watch sunsent Don't forget to take in and photograph the Masai Mara's unique and mesmerizing evening sunset.
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Accomodation at Sarova Mara Camp.
Day 7
Nairobi
Eco Tour at Maasai Mara National Reserve. Scouting day Spend the entire day scouting around Masai Mara for the Big Five. It is hard to realize how diverse and plentiful the wildlife is in the Mara. Here, 450 or more different animal species have been identified. Many different antelope species, including lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, and wild dogs, will be easy to spot. The big migration, arguably the most beautiful spectacle in all of nature, occurs in the Mara. This is the yearly movement of millions of wildebeest and zebra out of Tanzania's Serengeti in search of grass and water. The savanna's predators, including lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, jackals, hyenas, and vultures, are hot on their trail. An optional balloon safari is also available for an additional $450 USD per person.
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Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included for this day.
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Accomodation at Sarova Mara Camp.
Day 8
Nairobi
Breakfast is consumed in the early morning before leaving for Nairobi. Depending on your travel arrangements, we may have reservations for lunch or dinner at the renowned The Carnivore Restaurant, termed "the ultimate beast of a feast," for an additional fee of US$40 per person. Enjoy skewers of both game and normal meat with delectable sides and sauces. Other meal bookings might be made for the vegetarians.
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Your driver or guide will transport you to the international airport.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Park fees (For non-residents) All activities (Unless labeled as optional) A professional driver/guide All transportation (Unless labeled as optional) All Taxes/VAT Roundtrip airport transfer
Not Included
International flights (From/to home) Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day) Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.) Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
What to Bring
Comfortable shoes and clothing Bring a camara Money for personal expences
Meeting & Pickup
Arrive at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a representative from Dav Safaris will be waiting to greet you pleasantly, transfer you to your city hotel.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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