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9 Days: Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru , Aberdare , Mt Kenya & Samburu National Park

Nairobi → Masai Mara Game Reserve → Lake Naivasha → Lake Nakuru National Park → Aberdare National Park → Mount Kenya → Samburu National Reserve → Hell's Gate National Park → Taita Hills / Salt Lick → Nairobi

Duration9 Days / 8 Nights
Safari StylePrivate / Group / Family Safari
DestinationMasai Mara Game Reserve · Lake Naivasha · Lake Nakuru National Park
DepartureNairobi Departure

Experience 9 Days: Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru , Aberdare , Mt Kenya & Samburu National Park

9 Days / 8 NightsPrivate / Group / Family SafariProfessional Safari GuideTailor-Made

This safari follows the supplied programme through Masai Mara Game Reserve, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru National Park, Aberdare National Park, Mount Kenya, Samburu National Reserve, Hell's Gate National Park, Taita Hills / Salt Lick, with the day-by-day journey retained below for easy planning.

Included

  • Full board accommodation whilst on safari.
  • All meals and activities as stated in the itinerary
  • Accommodation in double/twin/triple room sharing.
  • All park entrance fees to include government taxes and service of an English,German,Italian speaking professional driver/guide.
  • Game drives as detailed in the itinerary.
  • Extensive Game drives
  • Game viewing in camps 4x4 vehicles and UHF radio.
  • Recommended Mineral Water while on safari

Not Included

  • Visa
  • Airport Taxes- client pay direct
  • Tips
  • Laundry
  • Drinks
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Christmas and Easter Supplements

Highlights of the Tour

Day-to-Day Itinerary

01
Day 1

Day 1; Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve This morning we pick up clients from their hotel and we depart from Nairobi at 8.30 am and drive through the view point of the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at the Lodge/camp and relax before departing for the afternoon game drive. The Mara Game Reserve one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, and easy to see. The wild animals found in the Park's are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousands of plain game including Impala, Zebra, both Thomson's and grants Gazelles.

02
Day 2

Day 2; Full day exploring Masai Mara Game Reserve Full day spent for viewing the great predators and explore the parks amazingly high concentration of wild animals. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive Cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During the stay we also have an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

03
Day 3

Day 3; Masai Mara – Naivasha Early morning game drive. Then return to the camp for the breakfast and depart for Naivashato located in the Great Rift Valley. Lunch is provided en route. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel in Naivasha town.

04
Day 4

Day 4; Hell’s National Park – Nakuru Hell's Gate National Park lies to the south of Lake Naivasha in Kenya, North West of Nairobi. The park which is mainly comprised of savannah ecosystem harbors a wide variety of wildlife. Some of the frequently observed animal species include. There are over 100 species of birds in the park, including vultures, Verreaux's Eagles, augur buzzard, and swifts. African buffalo, zebra, eland, hartebeest, Thomson's gazelle, and baboons are also common. The park is also home to klipspringer antelope and Chanler's mountain reedbuck. Extensive early morning game drive in Hell’s gate National park. The activities in the park involve Game viewing, Raptor nesting in cliffs, Spectacular Gorge walk, Hot springs, The Olkaria Geothermal Station, The Mervyn Carnelley Raptor Hide, Fischer’s Tower, Tourist circuits, nature trails and picnic sites. Lunch served in Naivasha then depart for Nakuru arriving in the afternoon for the game drive in lake Nakuru National park. Dinner and overnight at camp/lodge.

05
Day 5

Day 5: Nakuru – Aderdare National park

Depart for Aderdare National park, the parks are an isolated volcanic range that forms the eastern wall of the rift valley, running roughly 100km north south between Nairobi and Thomsons Falls. Soils are red and of volcanic origin, but rich in organic matter. There are two main peaks, OlDonyo Lesatima (3,999m) and Kinangop (3,906m) separated by a long saddle of alpine moorland at over 3,000m. The topography is diverse with deep ravines that cut through the forested eastern and western slopes and there are many clear streams and waterfalls. The unusual vegetation, rugged terrain, streams and waterfalls combine to create an area of great scenic beauty in the National Park. The park is surrounded by a predominantly indigenous forest. Spend the rest of the afternoon watching wild life at the flood lit Saltlick Water hole. Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge.

06
Day 6

Day 6; AberdareMount Kenya/Nanyuki After breakfast leave your Lodge in Aberdare for a journey to mount Kenya Mt.Kenya arriving at Nanyuki town base hotel for mount Kenya for lunch followed by afternoon visit to Mau Mau caves where the freedom fighters use to hide during the second world war and nature walk along the base of mount Kenya return to your hotel for dinner and over in Nanyuki.

07
Day 7

Day 7: Mount Kenya- Samburu

This morning we depart for Samburu and we travel by road to Kenya’s Northern Frontier District. Wild and rugged, Samburu is fiercely beautiful with its arid savannahs watered by the lovely Uaso Nyiro River. It is also one of Kenya’s most protected areas and home to species only found north of the equator, from the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebras, Beisaoryxes, Gerenuk gazelle and Greater and lesser kudu.

08
Day 8

Day 8; Full day exploring samburu-national-reserve-adventures.php">Samburu National Reserve Full day in Samburu national park. Get good opportunity to watch the elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs that thrive in the reserve’s grasslands and acacia woodlands. And so the day is spent in alternating pursuits of exploration in the bush. Dinner and overnight at the camp

09
Day 9

Day 9; Samburu– Nairobi We enjoy an early morning game drive and return to the lodge or camp for breakfast and then we depart by road to Nairobi. We have lunch en route. The rest of your afternoon in the hotel or drop you at the Airport.

Safari Route Map

Follow the safari in sequence from the departure point through the principal destinations on this itinerary.

1. NairobiSafari departure
2. Masai Mara Game ReserveSafari destination
3. Lake NaivashaSafari destination
4. Lake Nakuru National ParkSafari destination
5. Aberdare National ParkSafari destination
6. Mount KenyaSafari destination
7. Samburu National ReserveSafari destination
8. Hell's Gate National ParkSafari destination
9. Taita Hills / Salt LickSafari destination
10. NairobiSafari ends

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this safari be customised?

Yes. Travel dates, pickup point, accommodation level and itinerary pace can be adjusted when your final safari quotation is prepared.

Is this suitable for a private, group or family safari?

Yes. The journey can be arranged for private travellers, groups or families according to the confirmed vehicle and accommodation arrangements.

How do I receive the final safari price?

Send your preferred travel date, number of travellers and accommodation preference and Haiya Tours and Safaris will prepare a personalised quotation.

Safari Information

Accommodation is arranged according to the confirmed safari programme and availability.

Lunch at the LodgeMentioned in the supplied safari itinerary.
Nanyuki After breakfast leave your LodgeMentioned in the supplied safari itinerary.

This safari visits the following principal destinations:

Masai Mara Game ReserveIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Lake NaivashaIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Lake Nakuru National ParkIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Aberdare National ParkIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Mount KenyaIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Samburu National ReserveIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Hell's Gate National ParkIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Taita Hills / Salt LickIncluded in this safari itinerary.
Lightweight neutral-coloured clothing
Comfortable closed shoes or trainers
Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Light jacket for early mornings and evenings
Camera, spare batteries and memory cards
Binoculars for wildlife and bird viewing
Reusable water bottle
Personal medication and travel documents
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