Trip Overview
This 7 days safari in Kenya, will enable explore the breathtaking tourism destinations of the country. The country is known to be one of those that are endowed with wildlife, mountains and water sources. You will enjoy game drives and a chance to witness the great migration, boat rides, cultural experience, and beautiful sceneries of mountains.
Trip Summary
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Park.
Day 2: Game drive and transfer to Amboseli National Park
Day 3: Game drive in Amboseli National Park and transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Day 4: Game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park and transfer to Masai Mara
Day 5: Community visit to Masai Village and Lake Naivasha
Day 6: Full day game drive in Masai Mara
Day 7: Departure and tour in Nairobi
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Park.
Upon your arrival, our guide will warmly welcome you and brief you about your safari and introduce you to all that you will have to see. Feel free to ask any barging questions.
Not to waste any time, your fist destination will be Tsavo National Park. It used to be one park but later was separated by the Mombasa or Nairobi road from Tsavo East, Tsavo West that makes up the great Tsavo eco-system. The park drives its name from Tsavo River that over flows from West to East in the park, and is the only protected area in Kenya that allows night game drives. The park was established to protect wildlife, birds and physical features in the surrounding areas. Apart from wildlife, the park has a lot of beautiful features you will need to see.
Accommodation will be at either Manyatta Camp or Kilanguni Serena Safari Lodge which are both midrange accommodation places. You will relax at your place of accommodation as you await for another day.
Day 2: Game drive in Tsavo Parks and transfer to Amboseli National Park
After your breakfast, with your packed lunch, you will embark on a game drive to Tsavo East which is easily accessible, you will see wildlife, birds and Galana. You will enjoy your lunch in this park at one of the best view places. After your lunch, you will cross over to Tsavo West National Park. You will enjoy wildlife and the physical features in the place. After you have exhausted the day, you will proceed to Amboseli National Park.
The park is lies closest to Nairobi City. The park was formerly called Masai Amboseli National Park. It was established as a national in 1914 and covers over 392sqkm. It rests in the Southern Part of Kenya along the border with Tanzania. The Masai people are the closest ethnic group to the park. The park has swamps, wildlife, birds, among others. The park is famous for large herd’s views of free range elephants and also Mountain Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. The park has water holes that pore in the swamps, and have continuously supplied wildlife and birds with water.
When you reach the park, concentrate on having clear views of Kilimanjaro National Park, you will have a game drive in search for wildlife in the park. On your way you will have clear views of birds too. Enjoy the cool and wilderness environment in the park.
Accommodation will be at Amboseli Ol Tukai Lodge, which is within the park.
Day 3: Game drive in Amboseli National Park and transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park.
After your breakfast, with your packed lunch, you will head on a game drive in Amboseli National Park. The park has vast wildlife that you will not need to hustle finding it. As you roam park, you will have clear views of bird species that have a home in the park. You will also have clear views of Mt. Kilimanjaro in this park. You will enjoy your lunch in the park, as you have clear views of wildlife. In the afternoon you will enjoy a guided nature walk in the park, note to tire you down, and then later on you will be transferred to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Lake Nakuru National Park lies close to Nakuru town, Northwest of Nairobi city, has mountainous part and great savannah. The park lies along the rift valley Nakuru County. It covers over 188sqkm, and was designated a Rhino Sanctuary in 1993. It’s famous for over 45 black rhinos and 31 white rhinos and over 1.5million flamingos. The park many species of mammals and birds that have attracted people for a long time.
On your way to the park you will visit Thomson Falls, and the rift valley point for the best views in the area. You will then have a guided nature walk and the park.
Accommodation will be at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Day 4: Game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park and transfer to Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Following your breakfast, with your packed lunch, you will join the game ranger for a game drive in the park. The park has wildlife in abundance. You will have clear views of elephants, giraffes, zebra, and hippos among others. You will also visit Lake Nakuru that is a paradise for flamingos. You will also opt for exploring the lake on a boat as you enjoy your lunch. You will see white and black rhinos that have a home in the park. After relaxing, you will be transferred to Masai Mara game reserve.
The park is located in Kenya’s Rift Valley Province in Narok Sub County. It’s commonly known as Mara by the indigenous Masai People. It is one of the biggest parks in the country established in 1961 covering over 1510sqkm. The park is famous for the large numbers of wildlife species and birds, great savannah, rivers, valleys and unique tree species. Masai Mara is part of the Great Mara Ecosystem.
Masai Mara Park and Serengeti National park of Kenya have a lot in common. A major one being the great migration that attracts a lot of people in the park to view these amazing animals.
Accommodation and dinner will be at Mara Leisure Camp.
Day 5: Community visit to Masai Village and Lake Naivasha
After your breakfast, with your packed lunch, you will head on for a cultural visit in the Masai village. They live in homesteads, characterized of fine grass thatched houses. You will have a moment to interact with them, and they will have the pleasure of entertaining you with their famous traditional dance. After the visit, you will head on to Lake Naivasha for a game drive in the rift valley, specifically at Lake Naivasha. It lies at the greatest point of the Great Rift Valley and during drought it shrinks. The ideal way to enjoy the view is by boat. Over 400speceies of birds have been in sight of tourists. Giraffes, buffalos, zebras, can be seen on the shores of the lake. Colobus monkeys also check out the river.
You will have lunch at the shores of the lake or on the boat in the company of bird species and animals that enjoy water and a guided nature walk at Crescent Island.
Accommodation will be at Mara Leisure Camp.
Day 6: Full day game drive in Masai Mara
After your breakfast, with your lunch, (safe time of returning to the park) you will embark on a game drive in search for cheetahs, zebras, leopards, lions, wildebeests, giraffes, hippos, elephants, among others. You will enjoy lunch in the park as you look at wildlife grazing, and birds.
In the afternoon after some rest, if it’s the time for the great migration, you will be amazed of how much wildlife you will see. You will take a different route this time for more wildlife.
Accommodation will be at Mara Leisure Camp
Day 7: Departure and tour in Nairobi
After your breakfast, you will have last views of the area. You will be taken to the airport for your flight.
End of your 7 Days Safari in Kenya
Note: We assume that your departure flight will be in the afternoon. If you wish to prolong your trip, please let us know so we can arrange.
What you need to carry for your adventure.
• Hiking boots/ shoes
• Drinking water
• Hat
• Sun glasses
• Insect repellent (to keep those persistent insects away)
• Light Rain jacket in case it rains
• Water proof backpack for you small required items
• Gloves, as you move through the vegetation
• Light pants and shirts (most times the sun is bright)
• Sunscreen
• Pair of binoculars
• Camera with spare batteries
Inclusions on your trip
• Ground transportation in a private 4WD vehicle
• Accommodation during the safari as indicated on the itinerary on full board basis.
• Park entry fees.
• Boat cruise fees and other activities mentioned.
• Sightseeing as per your safari itinerary
• Drinking water during the trip
Exclusions on your trip
• Flight tickets plus departure taxes
• Travel documentation such as visas
• Travel plus medical insurance
• Excursions indicated as optional
• Surplus baggage charges,
• Laundry, tip or gratuities for your guides
• Accommodation staff
• Beverages besides minerals water served in the vehicle and during the meals
• Personal items for example telephone calls and postage fees.
• Porters where need be.
