The Great Rift Valley Expedition: A 10-Day Safari Adventure in Kenya
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Full Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Nairobi. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, acclimatizing to the city's vibrant energy. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, where you can sample some of Kenya's delicious cuisine. Overnight in Nairobi.
Day 2: Nairobi - Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart from Nairobi and drive to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes approximately 5-6 hours, and you will arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. After lunch, embark on your first game drive in the reserve. The Maasai Mara is home to an abundance of wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. Enjoy the stunning scenery as you search for wildlife, and keep an eye out for the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. Dinner and overnight at your lodge in the Maasai Mara.
Day 3: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Spend the full day exploring the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with a break for lunch at your lodge. The Maasai Mara is known for its exceptional population of lions, and you will have plenty of opportunities to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Other wildlife you may encounter includes leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Maasai Mara National Reserve - Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart from the Maasai Mara and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. The journey takes approximately 4-5 hours, and you will arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. After lunch, embark on your first game drive in the park. Lake Nakuru is famous for its large population of flamingos, and you will have the chance to see these beautiful birds in their natural habitat. Other wildlife you may encounter includes rhinos, giraffes.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park
Spend the full day exploring Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with a break for lunch at your lodge. In addition to flamingos, Lake Nakuru is home to a variety of other wildlife, including rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and lions. You will also have the opportunity to visit a local community and learn about the culture and traditions of the Maasai people. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Lake Nakuru National Park - Aberdare National Park
After breakfast, depart from Lake Nakuru and drive to Aberdare National Park. The journey takes approximately 3-4 hours, and you will arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. After lunch, embark on your first game drive in the park. Aberdare National Park is known for its high-altitude moorlands and dense forests, and you will have the chance to see a variety of wildlife, including elephants, leopards, and black servals. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Aberdare National Park
Spend the full day exploring Aberdare National Park. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with a break for lunch at your lodge. In addition to wildlife, Aberdare National Park is also home to a variety of waterfalls and hiking trails. You will have the opportunity to visit one of the waterfalls and take a guided hike through the forest. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 8: Aberdare National Park - Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, depart from Aberdare National Park and drive to Samburu National Reserve. The journey takes approximately 4-5 hours, and you will arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. After lunch, embark on your first game drive in the park. Samburu National Reserve is known for its unique wildlife, including Grevy's zebras, Somali ostriches, reticulated giraffes, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 9: Samburu National Reserve
Spend the full day exploring Samburu National Reserve. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with a break for lunch at your lodge. In addition to wildlife, Samburu National Reserve is also home to a variety of cultural attractions. You will have the opportunity to visit a local village and learn about the culture and traditions of the Samburu people. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 10: Samburu National Reserve - Nairobi
After breakfast, depart from Samburu National Reserve and drive back to Nairobi. The journey takes approximately 4-5 hours, and you will arrive in Nairobi in the early afternoon. You will have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city or do some last-minute shopping. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant before your departure flight.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Meals as per itinerary
- Park entrance fees
- Game drives and activities as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Roundtrip airport transfers
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
Recommendations for Activities:
- Hot air balloon ride over the Maasai Mara
- Bird watching at Lake Nakuru
- Cultural visit to a Maasai village
- Night game drive in Samburu
What to Pack:
- Comfortable clothing
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Insect repellent
- Camera
- Binoculars
- First-aid kit
- Medications
-Passport and visa
- Travel Insurance
