6-DAY MASAI MARA / LAKE NAIVASHA / AMBOSELI
Our tour offers superb scenery, unmatched
safari activities and diverse wildlife, Maasai Mara National Reserve is
considered Kenya's best park and one of Africa's highest density region for
predators. The reserve covers 583 square miles (1510 square kilometers) of
outstanding wilderness in southwest Kenya. The location, wildlife, activities
and comfortable moderate climate puts the Maasai Mara at the top of the list,
even for the most discerning traveler to Kenya. Come explore Africa with us!
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You'll be collected
from the airport (or hotel).
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Accommodation before
the tour departs can be arranged for an extra cost.
DAY 01: NAIROBI | MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE
You will be picked up by our representative,
take part in a short briefing and drive to Maasai Mara. You will go through
Narok Town before entering the plains on your way to camp. You will enjoy lunch
either in the dining hall or under the shade of an indigenous tree. Enjoy a few
minutes of relaxation before you depart for an afternoon game drive in search
of the Big 5. Maasai Mara is named after the traditional Maasai inhabitants and
the Mara River. You will be driven by the river which is a great place to spot
wildlife. This area is a photographer's delight where, with any luck, you will
be able to take amazing pictures of the hippo and crocodile in the water. The
small size of the lake area funnels all varieties of animal into a tight space.
The park allows for off road driving which means that guests can venture into
plains where hundreds and thousands of animals live. Later in the day you will
return to camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
Main Destination: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Main activity: Afternoon game drive, Wildlife sighting, sightseeing & Photography
Accommodation: Enkorok Mara camp | similar
- Budget Comfort tented camp located near Masai Mara Game Reserve
Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner ,
Drinks: Bottled purified drinking water (Other Drinks not Included)
DAY 02: MASAI MARA FULL DAY GAME DRIVE
After breakfast, with a picnic lunchbox in hand, you will take
off for a full day of game viewing in Maasai Mara. Today's safari offers you a
unique variety of animals. This hilly region is both humid and fertile and is
crossed by Mara and Talek Rivers full of crocodile and hippo. The abundance of
water and excellent availability of food are the reasons Maasai Mara has the
greatest population of wild animals in the whole of Africa. There is a
particularly dramatic spectacle between July to October, where in you can
experience the annual migration of huge herds of Gnus and Zebras. This
migration also invites the predators such as hyena, jackal, leopard and lion to
closely follow these herds. Other optional activities include the Balloon
Safari US$ 400 per person, Maasai Cultural Village visit - US$ 20 per person
and a Nature Walk - US$ 20 per person. Later in the evening you will return to
camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
Main Destination: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Main activity: Afternoon game drive, Wildlife sighting, sightseeing & Photography
Accommodation: Enkorok Mara camp | similar -
Budget Comfort tented camp located near Masai Mara Game Reserve
Meal plan: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner ,
Drinks: Bottled purified drinking water (Other Drinks not Included)
DAY 03: MASAI MARA | LAKE NAIVASHA
Today
you will embark on an early morning game drive in the Mara in search of the Big
5. The large predators include the lion, leopard and cheetah. The smaller
predators are the hyena and jackal. The large herbivores are the elephant,
rhino, zebra, hippo, buffalo and giraffe. You will return to the camp for
breakfast, check out and drive to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch and
an afternoon optional boat ride. Alternatively, a nature walk at Crescent
Island is an excellent way to see wild animals while on foot. The Island is a
private game sanctuary, which is home to zebra, wildebeest, gazelle, Velvet
monkeys, hare, genet cat, waterbuck and giraffe. Other options include a visit
to Hells gate National Park for a walking, biking or hiking safari. You will
stay at the Crayfish Camp Naivasha where you will have dinner and turn in for
the night.
Main Destination: Lake Naivasha
Main Activity: 1 Hour Boat safari in Lake Naivasha
Accommodation: Burch's Resort | Naivasha west beach camp | similar
-Budget comfort resort or tented camp located along lake Naivasha
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Bottled Mineral water (Other Drinks not Included)
DAY 04: LAKE NAIVASHA | AMBOSELI NNP
You will rise early to enjoy a delicious breakfast
and then travel, by road, to Amboseli National Park famous for its
breath-taking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The park also shelters more than 420
species of birds, enormous elephant populations and other big game; attracted
to the area by underground springs fed from the melting snows of Mount
Kilimanjaro. You will arrive at the camp in time for lunch and then
head out for a planned afternoon game drive. Later in the evening you will
return to camp for dinner and then turn in for the night.
Main Destination: Amboseli national park
Activity: Afternoon game drive, Wildlife sighting, sightseeing & Photography
Accommodation & Meals : AA Lodge | Amboseli sopa Lodge | similar
Budget Comfort lodges located just outside Amboseli nnp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Bottled Mineral water (Other Drinks not Included)
DAY 05: FULL DAY IN AMBOSELI NNP
Awake
early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the
summit. We will then set off on a “spice” game drive. Amboseli is an excellent
place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from wildebeest to
giraffes to baboons. Optional visit a nearby Masai village. Amboseli is home to
the legendary Masai tribesmen. These warriors are a famous and proud nomadic
tribe whose legendary prowess in battle and single-handed acts of bravery in
fights with wild animals are known across the world. At Observation Hill, we hike up to the top to
have a bird's-eye view of the park. Thereafter, hike down to your vehicle and
proceed with the game drive through the park, returning to the camp for lunch.
Have an afternoon siesta or take a dip in the pool. At 15h00, you go on a game
drive until sunset. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight
Main Destination: Amboseli national park
Main| Activity: Full day game drive
Accommodation: AA Lodge | Amboseli sopa Lodge | similar
Budget comfort lodge located just outside amboseli nnp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking Water | Other Drinks: Not Included
DAY 06: AMBOSELI | NAIROBI | DEPARTURE
You will rise early in the morning to take in the breathtaking view of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit and then set out for a morning game drive. Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from wildebeest to giraffe or baboon. You will return to camp for a full breakfast, check-out and drive back to Nairobi; arriving in the afternoon. Here you will be driven to the airport for your flight back home. This is where your safari ends.
Main Destination: Nairobi | Activity: Morning game drive
Accommodation: Not Applicable { End of the tour}
Meal plan: Breakfast {Lunch & Dinner not Included}
Drinks: Drinking Water | Other Drinks: Not Included
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Additional
accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
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You'll be dropped off
at the airport (or hotel).
Travel dates & Seasons |
Budget |
Mid-range |
Standard Lodge |
High Season 2nd January – 31st March |
USD 1,020 pps |
USD 1,115 pps |
USD 1,340 pps |
Low Season 01st. April – 30th June |
USD 1,010 pps |
USD 1,090 pps |
USD 1,180 pps |
Peak Season 01st. July -31st October |
USD 1,065 pps |
USD 1,240 pps |
USD 1,490pps |
Shoulder season 1st November 22nd
December |
USD 1,020 pps |
USD 1,115 pps |
USD 1,340 pps |
Child policy:
· Children
staying and sharing with 1 or 2 paying adults: 0-3 years (free\ no charge)
(Maximum 2 children per room)
·4-12 – each child
pays 50% Single Room rate where applicable (i.e.2 adults & 1-2 children,
each child to pay 50% of per person rate equivalent or 1 adult. Extra charges
may apply for rollaway beds requested
·13 -17 Years and
above they are considered Young adults and pays 75% of the adult rate
INCLUDED
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Park fees (For non-residents)
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All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
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All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
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A professional driver/guide
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All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
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All Taxes/VAT
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Roundtrip airport transfer
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Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
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Drinking water (On all days)
EXCLUDED
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International flights (From/to home)
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Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
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Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
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Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees,
etc.)
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Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As
specified in the day-by-day section)