Great safari in Kenya

Description

A trip to discover the enchantment of the savannah and live the essence of Africa observing countless wild animals in their own habitat. We invite you to visit the main parks and natural reserves of Kenya, a must for nature lovers! Read more

This trip starts in Nairobi, a city that we will leave quickly to head to Mount Kenya, the spectacular mountain that gives its name to the country and where we will enjoy a comfortable stay in a luxurious hotel surrounded by nature.

We will continue to Samburu Reserve, an arid landscape on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River where we will see a wide variety of wildlife: elephants, buffaloes, zebras, gazelles, impalas, waterbuck, oryx, cheetahs, leopards, lions, crocodiles, hippopotamus and many species of birds. Continue to Sweetwaters, where we will visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only one in Kenya.

Surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the Great Rift Valley, we will reach the Nakuru and Naivasha lakes, teeming with wildlife. Finally, we will enjoy extensive days of safari in the great Masai Mara Reserve, teeming with wildlife and undoubtedly the highlight of our tour.

Travel code: AF116

Group outings

  • 20 January 2024

Confirmed group departure

Private outings

Private departures from 2 people on any date.

Nairobi

Aberdares

Samburu

Sweetwaters

Lake Nakuru

Lake Naivasha

Masai Mara

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8
  • Day 9 and 10
  • Day 11

Itinerary

Day 1 Spain – Nairobi

Regular flight to Nairobi.
Upon arrival in the evening, transfer to the hotel and accommodation.

Note: Depending on the flight, it is possible to spend the night on board and arrive the following morning.

Day 2 Nairobi – Aberdares

Breakfast. Today we will head to Aberdares National Park. Upon arrival at the park, we will transfer to our lodge, located in the heart of the national park area, which is characterized by its famous tree-hotels from where you can observe the animals that come to drink at their feet.
Accommodation in a tree-hotel and full board.

Day 3 Aberdares – Samburu

Breakfast. Drive to Samburu Game Reserve. In the afternoon we will go on safari to observe crocodiles in the swampy banks of some rivers as well as frolicking monkeys. In addition, we will look for elephants and some species typical of the northern area such as giraffes, oryx, Grevy’s zebra and long-necked gerenuk.
Accommodation and full board.

Day 4 Samburu

Breakfast. Full day in the Samburu Reserve where we will do a morning and afternoon safari.
Optionally we can visit a Samburu village, camel rides and guided walks in search of birds.
Accommodation and full board.

Day 5 Samburu – Sweetwaters

Breakfast. Afterwards, we will drive back to the Mount Kenya area to enter the Sweetwaters Wildlife Sanctuary, arriving at lunchtime.
In the afternoon, we will go on safari in this private sanctuary, including a visit to the chimpanzee sanctuary, the only one of its kind in Kenya. In addition, we will also visit the Morani Rhino and the Information Center.
Optionally we can do a night safari.
Accommodation and full board.

Day 6 Sweetwaters – Lake Nakuru

Breakfast. Afterwards we will travel to Nyahururu Thompson Falls and continue down the Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park where we will spend the day on lake safari.
We will be able to observe a huge variety of birds, including a large colony of flamingos as well as spot rhinos, buffalo, lions, leopards and baboons, among others.
Accommodation and full board.

Day 7 Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha

Breakfast. Today we will spend another morning on safari at Lake Nakuru and then transfer to Lake Naivasha, where we will arrive at lunchtime.
In the afternoon, we will take a boat ride on the lake and a walking safari on Crescent Island, one of the few places in the world where it is possible to walk in the midst of wild animals, as there are no predators.
Accommodation and full board.

Day 8 Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara

Breakfast. Then drive along the Rift Valley to the Masai Mara Game Reserve, arriving at lunchtime. In the afternoon we will go on game drive to start familiarizing ourselves with this great wildlife reserve.
Accommodation and full board.

Days 9 and 10 Masai Mara

Breakfast. Unforgettable days await us in the lands of the Masai people, who live still maintaining their traditions and culture, away from Western culture.
Masai Mara is a magnificent reserve that is home to the largest concentration of wildlife in Kenya. During the safaris we will see some of the most emblematic animals of Africa such as lions, herds of zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, giraffes, cheetahs and hyenas.
Accommodation and full board.

Day 11 Masai Mara – Nairobi – Spain

Breakfast. We will leave Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi.
Transfer to the airport to take the flight back to Spain.
Overnight on board.

More information about the itinerary

This trip can be extended with a stay in Zanzibar or in the parks and reserves of Tanzania.

Prices per person

Season 2 persons 4 persons 6 people Individual suppl.
Low (April to June) 3.9€ 3.460 € 3.290 € 200 €
Average (November 15 December) 4.480 € 3.920 € 3.970 € 830 €
High (all other dates) 5.590 € 5.150 € 4.980 € 1.270 €

Supplement for light aircraft transfers
Supplement light aircraft Amboseli – Nairobi: 200 € approx per person/trip.
Supplement light aircraft Masai Mara – Nairobi: 250 € approx per person/trip.

What does it include?

International flight

International flight Spain – Nairobi – Spain

Transfers according to itinerary

Transfers airport – hotel – airport

Meals

Breakfast in Nairobi, full board during the safari (no drinks)

Transportation

Transportation by minibus with sliding roof to facilitate animal observation

Staff

Spanish-speaking guide/driver

Tickets

Entrance to the parks to be visited

Water

A complementary water bottle for safaris

Documentation

Travel documentation via email

Insurance

Travel insurance with cancellation. Check here the conditions

24-hour telephone assistance

Lodging

Lodging in double rooms in hotels and lodges indicated or similar.

What is NOT included?

Air taxes

Seasonal air supplement

Visa (US$ 50)

Tips

Optional activities and excursions

Extras not specified

Practical information

Situation

Kenya is located in East Africa, on the shores of the Indian Ocean. It is bordered to the north by Sudan and Ethiopia; to the northeast by Somalia; to the west by Uganda; to the south by Tanzania and to the east by the Indian Ocean.

Recommended time of year

Although it can be visited all year round, the best periods are from December to March, and from June to October.

Weather

In Kenya, the northern zone is warm with little rainfall. In the south there are three climatic regions: the humid coast, the relatively temperate highlands and the tropical Lake Victoria region.
The rainy seasons extend from October to December and from April to May.

Documentation

Passport with at least six months validity from the date of entry to the country with at least two blank pages and visa obtained online from Spain.

Vaccines

None mandatory.
Recommended vaccinations: Typhoid fever, Hepatitis A, Cholera, anti-tetanus and anti-malaria prophylaxis.

Languages

English, Swahili and various tribal languages

Currency

Kenyan shilling.

Time difference

GMT + 3

Electricity

240 – 110V. Adapter is required for European plugs.

What to bring

Comfortable and cool clothing and footwear, swimsuit, flip-flops, something warm for the evenings, hat or cap for the sun, sunglasses, sunscreen, small backpack for excursions and camera or video camera.

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