This Kenya wildlife safari explores Kenya's most famous wildlife sanctuaries and discovers the world-renowned biodiversity of East Africa. The Greater Africa Tours and Travel, Nairobi and past snow-capped Mt. Kenya to Samburu National Reserve. From semi desert Samburu, Greater Africa Tours and Travel adventure goes to the world-famous Treetops Lodge built on stilts in the lush forest of the Aberdare's National Park. Traverse the Rn Valley to Lake Nakuru, where pink flamingo by the thousands dance along the lakeshore 'pink lake'. Your African experience is never complete without a visit to the Masai Mara National Reserve, the northern extension Tanzania's famous Serengeti Kenya's premier place for wildlife viewing recently crowned the seventh wonder of the world.
GAT 101: 10 DAYS WILDLIFE SAFARIS
Day 01: Arrive Nairobi (Kenya)
Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya'smaincapital. You'll be met and escorted to your deluxe city-centre hotel. This evening, your tour manager hosts an orientation and reception. Overnight at Nairobi Safari Club,stanel Hotel or Intecontinental Hotel.
Day 02: Nairobi/ Mt. Kenya/Samburu.
In the next week venture into Kenya's moss captivating wildlife sanctuaries, set amid the beauty of the surrounding wilderness. This morning depart northward to the Central Highlands where you cross the Equator as you approach majestic Mt. Kenya, a dormant volcano with a glistering cap of snow and ice. After a stop for lunch, continue your drive to Samburu National Reserve in Kenya's semidesert, rugged northern frontier. Enroute to your lodge enjoy your first game-viewing drive. Settle into your comfortable lodge it the heart of the reserve in time for dinner, Samburu Lodge. B,L,D
Day 03: Samburu.
Set in an extraordinary region along the Uaso Nyiro River, Samburu is home to some of Africa's rare game species. The river's permanent waters abound with crocodile and hippo and attract plenty of wildlife including the peculiar Grevy's zebra, the long necked gerenuk antelope, the shy Beisa Oryx and
the Somali ostrich. Leopard, cheetah and lion are also found in the reserve. A full day of game viewing starts with an early morning
safari. This is when the animals are most active. Keep your camera ready, your game spotter will lead you in search of the animals and you'll have plenty of opportunities to
photograph your sightings. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relax by the sparkling pool. Later this afternoon venture out on additional game viewing, B,L,D
Day 04: Samburu/Aberdares-Treetops.
After a morning game-viewing drive. Depart Samburu Reserve and arrive at the elegant Outspan Hotel, surrounded by English-style tropical gardens. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch before heading into the Aberdares National Park, a wonderland of dense forests, tumbling waterfalls and abundant wildlife. Arrive at the world famous Treetops Lodge, built on stilts in the middle of the thick forest. From the rooftop balcony or through ground level blinds you may watch the animals arriving at the floodlit waterhole and saltlicks throughout the evening and night. It is an exhilarating experience, Treetops Lodge, B,L,D
Day 05: Treetops/Lake Nakuru.
As you journey southwest today, stop at the impressive Nyahururu Falls, formerly Thompson's Fall and then travel along the magnificent Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru, world known for its vast population of pink flamingos. Drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya's finest rhino sanctuaries and admire the flamingos and other abundant birds dancing along the lake's shoreline. Arrive at your lodge, overlooking the lake, Lake Nakuru Lodge, B,L,D
Day 06: Lake Nakuru/Lake Naivasha/Masai Mara.
Traverse the Rift Valley en route to Lake Naivasha. Here, enjoy a scenic boat ride on the lake and lunch before continuing your drive to the fabled Masai Mara National Reserve, rich with wildlife, birds, natural flora and stunning scenic beauty. Arrive at your lodge, ideally located on the banks of the Talek River surrounded by lush landscaped gardens. Tonight enjoy a traditional performance of tribal dances by local Masai Warriors, Mara Simba Lodge, B,L,D
Day 07: Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve is the northern extension of Tanzania's famous Serengeti Plains. It is Kenya's premier place of seeing wildlife, and home to a thriving population of predators such as lion as hippo, crocodile, zebra, giraffe, elephant, wildebeest and impala. Today, enjoy thrilling morning and afternoon game-viewing drives in this photographer's paradise. In between game drives, relax at your comfortable lodge,, take a dip in the pool and enjoy the delicious food served, B,L,D
Day 08: Masai Mara
Early this morning you may join an exhilarating optional hot-air balloon safari above the Masai Mara's plains. You may also opt to visit the local Masai Village where you'll learn more about their culture and customs. Included in today's program are additional morning and late afternoon safaris led by your game spotter who will take you in search of the Big Five: elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard and the much rarer rhino, B,L,D
Day 09: Masai Mara/Nairobi.
A short morning game drive. After breakfast at the lodge, drive back to Nairobi. Scenic views of the Great Rift Valley enroute. Arrive Nairobi in the afternoon for a cocktail lunch at the world's famous Carnivore Restaurant for succulent game meat. Transfer to Nairobi Safari Club, for an overnight rest. B,D
Day 10: Nairobi/Departure
Full day spent with excursions in the city with time for shopping, visit some of the colourful local markets displaying unique African souvenirs. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, B
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