This 7 Days Wildlife Safari in Kenya promises to be an exciting vacation safari. Enjoy the ultimate African Savannah experience, starting in Nairobi and ending in Samburu, Aberdares, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara. To make reservations for this safari in Kenya, please contact us.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival – Nairobi Airport.
On arrival in Nairobi, you are greeted and shown to The Jacaranda Hotel. Nestled within charming gardens, this cosy and well-equipped hotel is located in the heart of Nairobi’s Westlands. Even if the city’s attractions and beauty are only a short distance away, the tourist can enjoy a tranquil and serene atmosphere at this hotel after a long international journey.
Accommodation: The Jacaranda Hotel.
Meals: (Dinner).
Day 2: Transfer to Samburu National Park.
You will travel north this morning through the verdant, lush region that yields the best tea and coffee in Kenya. Once you cross the equator, you’ll gradually come to a semi-arid desert environment in the northern part of the nation. Get at the Samburu Game Lodge in time for a delicious lunch and maybe take a dip in the pristine pool or have a sleep in the seclusion of your hut. You will become acquainted with the local wildlife on your first game drive of this safari. A few species you might see are the majestic Reticulated Giraffe, the Grevy Zebra, the Gerenuk, and the Somali Ostrich. Go back to the lodge to spend the night and supper.
Accommodation: Samburu Game Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Transfer to Aberdare National Park.
After breakfast, you go on a game run to reach The Ark, Kenya’s renowned tree hotel. When you arrive at the Aberdare Country Club, explore the exquisite grounds and indulge in their well-known lunch buffet. After checking in with an overnight bag, you will head to The Ark to spend the evening watching wildlife from the ground level hide as well as the four viewing spots. A face-to-face encounter with animals seen from the hide is an experience that one can never get ready for or forget. When visiting the floodlit waterhole, one can observe many species like as rhinos, elephants, bushbucks, leopards, and the elusive bongos.
Accommodation: The Ark.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park.
This morning, as you make your way towards Lake Nakuru National Park, your safari will take a southwesterly course. Nakuru is well known throughout the world for its flamingo population, but it also has a variety of bird sightings, a Rhino Sanctuary, waterbuck, bush, and nocturnal leopards who often take naps in the trees by the lake. Make sure to reach the Lake Nakuru Lodge punctually for lunch, and then proceed with the afternoon game drive. Your evening will be spent at the Lake Elementaita Lodge as dusk is about to fall. With its cosy interior and shaded terraces, this red brick building offers a glimpse of the colonial homes of early English settlers.
Accommodation: Lake Elementaita Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Transfer to Masai Mara National Park.
The Masai Mara Game Reserve, located at the northernmost point of the Serengeti National Park, is the crown gem of Kenya’s game reserves. The Big 5; elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion, and leopard as well as the diverse plains wildlife and abundant bird life in the area are the park’s main draws. Reach the Mara Simba Lodge, which was constructed with comfort and luxury in mind. With a strong Masai theme, the lodge overlooks a stunning bend in the Talek River. After lunch, go on a game drive. Head back to the lodge for a traditional Masai dance performance and dinner.
Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 6: Full Day in Masai Mara National Park.
If you’d like, you can take part in an optional balloon safari this morning, while others go on a pre-breakfast wildlife drive. Wonderful meals and thrilling game viewing opportunities, such as game drives and frequently offered walking trips, will occupy the day.
Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 7: Return to Nairobi – Departure.
After breakfast, you depart from the park and return to the city for a game drive. When you go to the Jacaranda Hotel, check in. You can spend this afternoon relaxing, going for a swim, or finishing up some last-minute shopping. Transfer in the evening to the airport in time for the evening flight home.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 7 Days Wildlife Safari in Kenya.
The 7 Days Wildlife Safari in Kenya includes;
- Airport Transfers.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
- Ground Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Wildlife Game Drives.
- Bottled Water in the Car.
- Tour Guide Allowances.
- Government Taxes.
However, the tour cost excludes; Visa fees, international air fare, souvenirs, tips to local guides, personal travel insurance, alcoholic drinks, items of personal nature such as laundry, cigarettes, personal shopping bills and items not listed as included in the cost.