Enjoy a remarkable Wildlife Safari as you embark on a One Week Big 5 Expedition in the Major Parks of Magical Kenya from Maasai Mara to Amboseli – “Located at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro” followed by a Beach Experience at the Coastal Town of Mombasa. You will join other travelers on Safari in a Shared Safari Vehicle and shared game-viewing drives for an exciting adventure.
SUMMARY
Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi.
Day 2: Nairobi – Maasai Mara.
Day 3: Maasai Mara.
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru
Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha
Day 6: Lake Naivasha– Amboseli.
Day 7: Amboseli.
Day 8: Amboseli – Mombasa
Day 9: Mombasa
Day 10: Mombasa
Day 11: Mombasa- Nairobi
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive Nairobi.
Arrive at Nairobi’s JKIA International Airport where our representative will be waiting to receive you. After a short brief on your Safari and Itinerary, transfer to your City Center Hotel for Check-in. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or pick one of Our City Tours and Excursions in Nairobi depending on your timings.
Day 2: Nairobi – Maasai Mara.
Early morning Pick Up from your City Hotel. Board Our Jeep and after every guest has been picked head to the Mara with the first stopover at the great escarpments for a photo session. Continue with the 5 hours` drive. Arrive at your camp for check-in and lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing. Based on the other guest’s hotels, agree on a pick-up time for the afternoon game drive where you enter the park gate at 4:00 pm. Here you will search for zebras, antelopes, giraffes, elephants, and lions. At sunset and after a wonderful time drive back to camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Maasai Mara
This morning after breakfast, your guide will pick you up from the camp at your agreed time, with a packed picnic lunch box, and transfer you to the main reserve for a full-day game drive. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to spot the Big Five along with other animal species in the reserve. Drive to the banks of the Mara River to witness the wildebeest crossings and observe crocodiles patiently waiting for their prey. Enjoy lunch here or under an acacia tree, overlooking snorting hippos in the water and the stunning landscape. After lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive to find animals most active during these hours. After a wonderful day, exit the park and return to the camp/ lodge for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay.
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Nakuru
After breakfast, check out from the camp and meet the driver and the rest of the group at the agreed time. Drive to Lake Nakuru with bathroom, lunch and coffee stopovers along the way. Upon arrival in Nakuru, check in at the hotel and spend the rest of the evening relaxing. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha.
Today early morning, have breakfast at the hotel and check out. Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park for a morning Game Drive. Lake Nakuru National Park is a Rhino Sanctuary and the home to the endangered Black and White Rhino. Have a stopover at the Baboon Cliff for better views of the park and if you are lucky to spot Flamingoes and Bird-life. Have an on-route drive searching for more animals as you head out of the park and drive to Naivasha. Arrive in time for late lunch. Check-in at the hotel and have lunch. Spend the rest of the Afternoon having a boat ride at Lake Naivasha and a walking Safari at Crescent Island. Dinner and Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Naivasha – Amboseli
Morning Game Drive at Hells Gate National Park with an option for cycling (own account). Visit the Gorges, and the scenic parts of the park for a walk. After your adventure at Hell’s Gate, exit the park and proceed to Nairobi. Here, you’ll meet other travelers joining the safari and enjoy a delightful lunch at Carnivore Restaurant. Post lunch, proceed to Amboseli where you arrive at your camp for dinner. Spend the overnight at your camp.
Day 7: Amboseli.
After morning breakfast, drive into the Amboseli National Park for a full day of Game Viewing. Here you will spot the Large Elephant Herds, Buffaloes, Antelopes among other exciting Wildlife. The Birdlife is also in abundance from the Pink Flamingos, Spoon Bill, Egyptian Geese among others. After a beautiful day in the park drive back to your camp for relaxation dinner and overnight.
Day 8: Amboseli – Mombasa
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and get transferred to Emali/Nairobi to catch your train to Mombasa. Upon arrival. You will be picked up by our representative for transfer to the hotel where you check in and relax as you enjoy the hotel`s facilities. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Day at Leisure
Spend this day at leisure relaxing by the beach and enjoying the hotel facilities. Optionally chose one of our tours either a Day Trip to the South Coast OR Wasini Dhow Cruise and Dolphin Spotting OR a Drive to Watamu & Malindi for exciting Coastal Tours.
Day 10: Dhow Dinner Cruise
Spend this day at leisure relaxing by the beach and enjoying the hotel facilities. Optionally chose one of our tours either a Day Trip to the South Coast OR Wasini Dhow Cruise and Dolphin Spotting OR a Drive to Watamu & Malindi for exciting Coastal Tours. Evening we take you to Tamarind for a Dhow Cruise Dinner with entertainment. Overnight at your resort.
Day 11: Mombasa City Tour
Relax by the beach before checking out. Our guide will pick you up for a Mombasa City Tour. Visit the Old town of Fort Jesus, the old harbor, and the Spice & fruit Markets. Lunch will be at a local Swahili restaurant in the Old Town. Later drop off at the airport for your flight back to Nairobi.
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SAFARI COSTS:
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ACCOMMODATION |
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SEASON |
ADULT RATE IN SHARED ROOM |
ADULT RATE IN OWN ROOM |
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REGULAR SEASON |
$ 4,150 |
$ 5,025 |
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PEAK SEASON |
$ 4,605 |
$ 5,500 |
Peak Season: July – October
Regular Season: January- June & November- 20th December
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
Accommodation:
- 1 Night Stay at Sarova Stanley on Bed & Breakfast.
- 2 Nights Stay at Emayian Luxury Camp on All Inclusive
- 1 Night Stay at Sarova Woodlands on F/B
- 1 Nights Stay at Lake Naivasha Sopa on F/B
- 2 Nights Stay at Tulia Camp on F/B
- 3 Nights at Voyager Beach Resort on All Inclusive.
- Meals on Full Board (Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast) Per Night.
Activities & Extras
- Bottled Water in Jeep & Rooms as per the hotel policy.
- Swimming at the Hotels.
- Park Entry Fees-Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP and Hell`s Gate National Park.
- Game Viewing Drives.
- Narok County Community Fee- Maasai Mara
- Lake Naivasha Boat Ride & Crescent Island Walking Tour.
- Maasai Cultural Tour – Complimentary.
- Carnivore Lunch- Complimentary.
- Mombasa City Tour
- Tamarind Dhow Dinner Cruise.
Transport:
- Shared Transport in 4*4 Safari Jeep.
- One-way Train/bus tickets to Mombasa.
- One-way flight tickets to Nairobi
Excluded:
- Hot Air Balloon Ride – $ 520 per Person.
- Festive supplement.
- Tips and Gratuities.
- Nairobi Excursions https://samsonsafaris.com/nairobi-excursions/
- Extra Night in Nairobi on the Last Day.
- Anything not mentioned.
What to Carry:
- Long-sleeved shirts and pants for protection against the sun and insects.
- A warm jacket or fleece for cooler mornings and evenings.
- Comfortable walking shoes or boots, hat or cap and swimsuit.
- Sunscreen, Insect Repellant and other personal effects.
- Binoculars for wildlife viewing.
- Camera with extra batteries.
- Pack light and consider using soft duffle bags.
NOTE: We may offer similar hotels based on availability.
