6-Day Exploration and Safari Expedition in Southbound Kenya
Highlights
Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park
Locations Covered
Nairobi, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park
nature, safari, Wildlife
Private Tour
6 Days
Medium
English, French, German, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Description
Embark on an exhilarating 6-day safari adventure through Kenya's most iconic landscapes, beginning with a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley. Marvel at the distant views of Mt. Longonot and the lush pyrethrum plantations before arriving at the world-renowned Masai Mara. . For a unique perspective, take an optional hot air balloon ride over the Mara and spot Africa's majestic Big 5. Continue your journey to Amboseli National Park, with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and, explore the diverse Tsavo West, home to the mesmerizing Mzima Springs and a rich variety of animals.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Nairobi- Maasai Mara
- 0800 hrs- Drive to the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Masai Mara in time for lunch. Along the way we will have a distant view of Mt. Longonot, Mt. Margaret and the pyrethrum plantations.
- 1530 hrs- Go for an afternoon game drive till dusk.
- Masai Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant.
- It is in Masai Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.
- Dinner and overnight at Sarova Mara Luxury Camp.
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Day 2- Masai Mara
- 0630 hrs – Early morning game drive in the Mara. Return to the lodge for breakfast. You spend the rest of the morning at leisure.
- After lunch at the lodge you proceed at 1530 hrs for an afternoon game drive till dusk.
- Dinner and overnight at Sarova Mara Luxury Camp.
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Day 3: Masai Mara / Nairobi / Amboseli
- 0630 hrs- Early morning game drive – if you still want to go for more. This is followed by breakfast.
- You could also take the opportunity to fly over the Mara in a Hot air Balloon provided at extra cost. The balloon package includes a champagne breakfast in the wild! If you can spare the money, viewing abundant game afloat a balloon is an unforgettable experience.
- 0830 hrs- Check out and commence your drive to Nairobi. You will have lunch in Nairobi at the Flame Tree Restaurant, Panafric Hotel. Then drive via Namanga at the Kenya- Tanzania border to Amboseli National Park.
- Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge
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Day 4- Amboseli
- 0630 hrs – Early morning game drive in the Amboseli National Park. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Spend the rest of the morning at leisure.
- After lunch at the lodge, proceed at 1600 hrs for an afternoon game drive till dusk.
- Amboseli sits on the lower slopes of mighty Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa’s highest – whose peak lies across the border in Tanzania. It is quite an experience to see Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in an early morning. The animal pictures arising against the dramatic backdrop of the mountain will thrill the photography enthusiast.
- Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds. You will also see buffalo, black rhino, zebra, wildebeest and other plain animals.
- Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge.
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Day 5- Amboseli - Tsavo West
- 0630 hrs- Early morning game. After breakfast, depart via the Sheitani lava flow for Tsavo West National Park to arrive in time for lunch.
- 530 hrs- Proceed for an afternoon game drive within the park until dusk.
- At Tsavo West you will see elephants, crocodiles, vervet monkeys, antelope, baboons, giraffes, hippos and lions. The park is a marvel in terms of geo-physical character and plant diversity.
- Mzima Springs, the source of Mombasa’s water, is located here. These springs are recharged daily with hundreds of millions of litres of crystal clear water by underground streams emanating from Chyulu Hills. At Mzima, all sorts of animals gather for a drink particularly in the dry season.
- You may also be able to view hippo and crocodiles from the underwater glass tank.
- Dinner and overnight at Kilanguni Lodge.
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Day 6- Tsavo West- Nairobi
- 0630 hrs- Early morning game drive. Return to the lodge for breakfast.
- 0930 hrs- Check out and commence to Nairobi with game drive en route. You will break for lunch at Hunter Lodge. You arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon.
- Transfer to airport for homebound flight.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 30 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 30 | /person |
This is a private tour |