Kenya Safari
Aberdare — Samburu —Mt. Kenya Safari — Lake Baringo —Lake Nakuru — Masai Mara
10 Days / 9 Nights Kenya Safari
Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Nairobi — Aberdare National Park or Mt. Kenya National Park
Day 2: Forest Tree Lodge — Samburu Game Reserve
Day 3: Samburu Game Reserve
Day 4: Samburu — Mt. Kenya Safari Club
Day 5: Mt. Kenya Safari Club — Lake Baringo
Day 6: Lake Baringo — Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 7: Lake Nakuru — Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 8: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 9: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Day 10: Masai Mara — Nairobi
Aberdare — Samburu — Ol Pejeta Sweetwaters — Mt. Kenya Safari — Lake Nakuru — Masai Mara 10 Days / 9 Nights Kenya Safari
To begin with, our 10 Days / 9 Night Kenya Safari takes us to Aberdare National Park/ Mt. Kenya National Park (Tree Lodge Hotels) then to the road less traveled, journeying to the remote and dramatic Samburu region in Kenya’s old northern frontier.
This safari package also offers the Mount Kenya Safari Club, Lake Baringo, Lake Nakuru National Park and the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve in exactly 10 Days, without ever rushing or sacrificing the quality of the experience to do so. On the contrary, in fact. All of Kenya’s legendary game parks are included, as well as a few hidden gems. Moreover, luxurious tented camps will be our lodgings in some locations not to mention the superb Serena lodges elsewhere.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi – Aberdare National Park or Mt. Kenya National Park
Depart Nairobi after breakfast. Our destination today is the Aberdare National Park. We travel overland through plantations of coffee and tea to The Aberdare Country Club, nestled on the slopes of Mweiga Hill. After lunch and tea/coffee or Hot chocolate, set off for the Ark tree lodge, located in the forest on mountain slopes of the Aberdare Mountains at 7,000 feet. This outstanding lodge offers high altitude game viewing, including animals that are rarely encountered elsewhere: giant forest hog, bush pig, tree hyrax, large spotted genet, and the elusive bongo.
Wildlife can be observed from different levels — and from outside where you can see, hear and smell everything and inside where you can sit with a cup of tea and stay warm and cozy. You can put in a request to be awakened during the night if your favorite animals show up. A herd of Elephants might be just feet away and if you are lucky, a Leopard or large male Lion might put in an appearance.
Overnight at the Ark or Treetops Hotel or the Serena Mountain Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast}
Day 2
Forest Tree Lodge — 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 Camp, our luxurious hostelry set beneath a canopy of acacia trees along the banks of the river.
Overnight at Larsens Tented Camp or Samburu Intrepids Camp or Samburu Serena
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 3
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.
Overnight at Larsens Tented Camp or Samburu Intrepids Camp or Samburu Serena
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 4
Samburu — Mt Kenya Safari Club
Our destination today is the lovely Mount Kenya Safari Club. This exclusive club offers an experience of refined elegance and luxury, as well as a sense of old Hollywood thanks to its glamorous past. All of the amenities you would expect from a fine establishment are here, including horse stables, golf, trout streams, tennis, and sauna. Fine dining, gracious hospitality, and superb accommodations are sure to be highlights of our stay.
Overnight at the Mount Kenya Safari Club
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 5
Mt Kenya Safari Club — Lake Baringo
This morning there is a drive via Nyahururu Falls down to Lake Baringo, where you stop for a lovely picnic lunch. Later you drive to the stunning Lake Baringo. In the evening you enjoy an interesting and informative bird walk.
Dinner and overnight are at Lake Baringo Club or similar on a full board basis.
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 6
Lake Baringo — Lake Nakuru National Park
Today we travel to the exotic Lake Nakuru National Park located in the Great Rift Valley. After lunch, an exciting game run is planned for the afternoon. The game in this park is plentiful and the magnificent bird watching will make a devotee out of even the most reluctant. The Park is home to stunning flocks of lesser and Greater Flamingos, which literally turn the lakeshores into a magnificent pink stretch. The birdlife here is world renown and over 400 bird species exist here, White Pelicans, Plovers, Egrets, and Marabou Stork. It is also one of the very few places in Africa to see the white Rhino and rare Rothschild Giraffe.
Overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 7
Lake Nakuru — Masai Mara Game Reserve
This morning we drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo, and Rhino. Lunch at our Lodge and relax before departing for the afternoon game run. The Mara Game Reserve —one of the greatest wildernesses in the world. Large mammals are varied and easy to see. Residents among the Parks are Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousands of plain games including Impala, Zebra, Topi, both Thomson’s and grants Gazelles.
Overnight at Sarova Tented Camp or Siana Tented Camp or Mara Simba Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 8 & Day 9
Discover Masai Mara
The search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues today and tomorrow during extensive game runs. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During our stay, we also have an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.
Overnight at Sarova Tented Camp or Siana Tented Camp or Mara Simba Lodge
Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 10
Masai Mara — Nairobi
After a sumptuous breakfast, drive back to Nairobi this morning, we may wish to visit shopping areas of Nairobi, revisit a favorite site or simply relax before proceeding to the airport, already fondly recalling the trip of a lifetime.
Meal Plan {Breakfast
Included Safari Features
* Round trip transport from Nairobi to Aberdare, Samburu, Mt Kenya Safari Club, Lake Baringo, Nakuru & Masai Mara
* Finest accommodations in Aberdare, Samburu, Mt Kenya Safari Club, Lake Baringo, Nakuru & Masai Mara
* Services of professional English speaking driver/guide
* Safari vehicles carry cold drinks and mineral water
* Finest accommodations in all the Game Parks
* All applicable Game Park entrance fees
* All meals included while on safari
* Game drives as per the itinerary
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 400 US Dollars), Nature walks, etc
* Gratuity for Porterage/waiters at hotels, camps, and airports
* Christmas, New Year and Easter Supplement
* Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner
* Gratuity for your professional driver-guide
* Cost of obtaining passport and visas
* Accommodations in Nairobi
* A visit to a Masai Village
* International Airfare
