Activities

Day 1: Arrive Nairobi –L.Nakuru National Park

Met on arrival at the airport and depart for Lake Nakuru National park driving down the Rift Valley arriving in time for lunch.

Lake Nakuru National Park, the world famous haunt for pink flamingos, is a shallow alkaline lake in Kenya's Rift Valley and some 62 km2 in extent. The road from Nairobi to Nakuru passes down the Kikuyu escarpment with fine views of the Kedong Valley and Mounts Suswa and Longonot. The landscape is picturesque, areas of sedge, marsh and grasslands alternating with rocky cliffs and outcrop. In late 80's the park also became Kenya's first rhino sanctuary and is today home to both the White and Black Rhinos. Lions, leopards, hippos, giraffes, waterbucks are equally at home in this unique park.

At 1600hrs, enjoy an afternoon game drive in park that also takes you to the shores of the lake famous for its birdlife especially flamingos that form a pink hue across the lake.

Overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Meals – Breakfast (Pay direct on arrival) Lunch and Dinner in Nakuru

Day 2: Lake Nakuru National Park-Lake Naivasha

After breakfast we will drive along the bottom of the Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha. Upon arrival in Naivasha, we shall check-in to our lakeside hotel and then proceed for our boat ride.

This morning, we will enjoy a boat ride in this spectacular Lake Naivasha. This is a beautiful freshwater lake, fringed by thick papyrus is almost 13 km's across, but its waters are shallow with an average depth of five meters. The waters of the lake draw a great range of game to these shores. Giraffes wander among the acacia, Hippos wallow in the swamps and Colobus monkeys call from the treetops while the Lakes large hippo populations sleep the day out in the shallows. During the boat ride the boat captain will explain in details the various animals and birds in the lake. Beautiful photos will also be possible. Among the resident birds are fish eagles, ospreys, lily-trotters, black crakes and a variety of herons. Hippos also live in the lake.

Overnight: Sawela Lodges

Meals – Breakfast in Nakuru, Lunch and Dinner in Naivasha

Day 3: Lake Naivasha-Maasai Mara Game Reserve

Depart Lake Nakuru National park after breakfast and drive through the floor of the Rift Valley to the world famous game reserve, the Maasai Mara National Park arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the reserve.

Overnight: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Meals-Breakfast in Naivasha, Lunch and Dinner in Masai Mara

Day 4 & 5: Two Full Days In Maasai Mara National Reserve

The next two days will be spent in the reserve with both morning and afternoon game drives. As one of the New Wonders or the World, Maasai Mara National Reserve offers an absolutely unique variety of animals. The reason is that this hilly region is both humid and fertile, and is crossed by the rivers Mara and Telek, full of crocodiles and hippos, which carry water the whole year round. The banks of the rivers are covered in thick forest, which gradually makes way for bush and grassland. The abundance of water and excellent availability of food are the reasons why the Maasai Mara, which in fact is a continuance of the Tanzanian Serengeti National Park, has the greatest population of wild animals in the whole of Africa. There is a particularly dramatic “spectacle” from July to November, the annual migration of huge herds of Gnus and Zebras. Predators such as Hyenas, Jackals, Leopards and Lions of course, closely follow these herds. There is no place where more of these latter may be soon than in Maasai Mara. Gigantic herds of over 200 buffaloes can also be observed. Plenty of food is available for elephants, giraffes, and the many species of antelopes and gazelles all of which can be observed in their natural habitat.

 Optional Afternoon Visit to a Masai Cultural Village: This afternoon, we have an option of joining the Maasai dancers donning their African regalia and the jingling on their feet, flow by the rhythm of African beats and dance to their tunes that will leave you refreshed. Cost Per Person: $35. Advance booking advised.

Overnight: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Meals – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Masai Mara.

Day 6: Maasai Mara To Nairobi And Fly To Mombasa

Depart Maasai Mara National reserve and drive back to Nairobi. Lunch will be at a Capital Centre (pay direct). Proceed to the airport for flight to Mombasa Airport. Met on arrival at the airport and transfer to hotel, Flight cost not included in the package cost

Overnight: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort

Meals - Breakfast at Maasai Mara, Lunch in Nairobi (pay direct) and Dinner in Mombasa

Day 7 To 9: Full Day In Mombasa

Spend the next three days leisurely at the hotel to enjoy the activities and facilities available. These are days with no activity and you are free.

Optional city tour available upon confirmation of interest at $70 per person;

Besides staying at the beach, we can offer you city tour to the following areas;

• Fort Jesus (now a National Museum),
• The Old Harbor where you may see the traditional Arabic Dhows at the docks.
• The Old Town: The most interesting part of this tour is that tall buildings with ornate intricately carved balconies overshadow the narrow streets and alleyways. The tour also includes visits to mosques and Hindu temples.

Overnight: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort

Meals - Breakfast, with either Lunch or Dinner in the Beach Hotel

Day 10: Full Day In Mombasa

 This day is spent at leisure at the hotel to enjoy the activities and facilities available. These are days with no activity and you are free with an evening Dhow dinner.

Overnight: Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort

Meals - Breakfast, with either Lunch or Dinner in the Beach Hotel

Day 11: Mombasa-Fly To Nairobi & Connect To Your Home Bound Flight

After breakfast, spend rest of the day on the beach until evening where you will catch your flight at Mombasa’s Moi International Airport to Nairobi, connect your flight and fly back home. Cost for the flight from Mombasa to Nairobi you pay direct.

Meals - Breakfast.

Net Cost Breakdown per Person Sharing in USD – Operated using a Safari Mini-Van

Net Cost Breakdown per Person Sharing in USD – Operated using a Safari Land Cruiser

SEASONALITY DATES AND RATES VALIDITY

• Low Season-01st April to 15th June
• High Season-01st Jan-31st March,01st Nov-20th Dec
• Peak Season-16th June to 31st October

Activities/services included in the cost:

• Arrival and departure airport transfer in Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
• All ground transfers in Mombasa
• Accommodation as per the itinerary based on superior 4 star hotels/Lodges/ tented Camps
• Accommodation in the Game Reserves are booked on Full Board
• Accommodation in Mombasa is based on Half Board
• Road transportation in a custom made safari mini-van/4X4 Safari Land Cruiser
• Game drives as per the itinerary
• Park entrance fees in all the parks
• Boat ride in Naivasha
• English driver-guides available for the safari
• Drinking water throughout the safari
• Our 24hours support throughout the safari

Activities/services excluded in the cost:

• All International Flights/local Flights + Taxes
• Visa fees, Travel & Personal accident insurance
• Meals in Nairobi on arrival and departure day
• Extra $100 park fee per person per day in Masai Mara (November & December 2024)
• Excursions, services and activities not mentioned in this program
• Personal expenses e.g. laundry, telephone calls, Drinks, Tips and gratuities.