- Safari Route
Day 1; Nairobi – Samburu Game Reserve
Depart Nairobi in the morning for Samburu National reserve crossing the Equator and driving through changing terrain to the rugged semi-desert regions in the northern Kenya. Though harsh, it is blessed with species rarely found elsewhere. Arrive in time for lunch at lodge. Afternoon game drive to search for the stars of Samburu. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge
Day 2; Samburu
Full day in Samburu with game drives. Search for the rare liver red reticulated giraffe, Gravy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx, Blue flanked Somali Ostrich, Vulturine Guinea Fowl, Longneck Gerenuk. See braving lions on the grass, Cheetah, Leopards among plenty of other plains game. (Optional visits to Samburu villages). All meals and overnight at Ashnil Samburu or similar.
Day 3; Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park
Breakfast at the lodge and drive to the shoulders of Mt. Kenya via Thomson Falls arriving Lake Nakuru in time for lunch, afternoon game drive at the Pink lake referred so for it’s thousands of pink flamingos and other birdlife-it’s a Bird watchers paradise. It has a surprisingly number of animals, all the “big five” except the elephant. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge/Sarova lion Hill/Mbweha Camp
Day 4; Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve
Breakfast at the lodge and depart for Masai Mara crossing the Loita plains, see red clad Maasai warriors tend their multi-colored herds amongst plains game. Arrive Mara in time for lunch. Game viewing enroute to lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge/Keekerok lodge
Day 5.Maasai Mara National Reserve
Breakfast at lodge and leave with picnic lunches for a full day game drive inside the Park. Search for Wild game black manned lion for which Mara is famous for, cheetah, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, leopard, grants gazelle are quite common, even the rare rhino might come out of the thicket for you, hyenas are plentiful. Extend your drive to the hippo point where schools of hippo submerge on the approach of vehicles only to surface seconds later to shot and gamble their displeasure as the crocodiles sunbathe on the river banks mouths agape. Between meals there is optional visit to the Maasai villages for an insight to their culture if clients so wish. Meals and overnight at Mara Sopa/Keekerok Lodge.
Day 6; Masai Mara – Nairobi
Breakfast at lodge and depart with gamedrive. Check out and drive to Nairobi arriving at around 1400 hours. Transfer to the airport for your flight back.
- Safari Gallery
- PARKS VISITED
- ABOVE ITINERARY INCLUDES
- Melas(1 Night) 1x Breakfast, 2x Lunches, 1x Dinner
- Park Entrance Fees
- Accommodation
- Transport
- Transport,
- All Government taxes and levies
- Drive/guide in a Safari
- EXCLUDES
- Drinks at the lodges
- Masai Village fees
- Tips and things of personal nature
Each season offers unique experiences, and the best time to visit depends on individual preferences regarding weather, wildlife activity, and budget.
- High Season
- Time Period: July to October
Wildebeest Migration
One of the main attractions during this period is the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals migrate from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara in Kenya.
Weather
This period coincides with the dry season, making it ideal for wildlife viewing as animals gather around water sources.
Tourist Influx:
he influx of tourists is highest during this time
- Mid Season
- January to March, and November to December
Weather
The weather is generally dry from January to March, making it another good time for wildlife viewing. November and December are short rainy seasons, but the rains are typically less intense and shorter in duration.
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife is still abundant, and many animals can be seen with fewer crowds compared to the high season
Tourist Influx
There is a moderate influx of tourists, and prices for accommodation and tours are slightly lower than in the high season.
- Low Season
- April to June
Weather
This period coincides with the long rainy season, which can make travel more challenging due to muddy roads and higher chances of rain during the day
Wildlife Viewing
While wildlife is still present, viewing can be more difficult due to thick vegetation and fewer animals congregating around water sources
Tourist Influx
The number of tourists is at its lowest, leading to significantly lower prices for accommodation and tours.