Sarania Adventure Safaris For Customized East African Safaris

Enjoy a captivating 12-day Kenya cultural and wildlife safari with an expert. Expect to explore and experience the dramatic landscapes in the Magical Kenya on a game viewing tour in the leading destinations such as Amboseli, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Aberdare, Lake Naivasha and more.

A game viewing tour as per your 12-day itinerary comes with great encounters of wildlife including buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, wildebeests, elands, and special 5 in Samburu. It also includes thrilling cultural experiences in the vibrant local communities, especially the Maasai Village. Your 12 days Kenya safari includes 11 nights in a safe and comfortable safari camp or lodge.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & transfer to the hotel

Day 2: Drive to Amboseli National Park

Day 3: Enjoy a full day in Amboseli

Day 4: Amboseli to Aberdare

Day 5: Full day in Aberdare

Day 6: Aberdare –Samburu

Day 7: Game drive in Samburu

Day 8: Samburu –Lake Nakuru Park

Day 9: Game drive & connect to Lake Naivasha

Day 10: Lake Naivasha to Maasai Mara

Day 11: Full day in Masai Mara

Day 12: Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & transfer to the hotel

When you land at the airport in Nairobi, you will get a warm welcome from your safari expert. He or she will take you through a short briefing and later, transfer you to your respective pre-booked hotels in Nairobi city.

Accommodation

• Midrange: The Boma Hotel Nairobi
• Luxury: Nairobi Serena Hotel

Day 2: Drive to Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, depart from Nairobi for Amboseli National Park about 3-4 hours’ drive. At Amboseli, you will check in your comfortable lodge for relaxation and lunch. Proceed on a guided game drive in the afternoon to see large herds of elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, and more. On the background, don’t miss the breathtaking views of the legendary Kilimanjaro Volcano.

Accommodation

• Budget: Amboseli Eco Camp
• Midrange: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
• Luxury: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Day 3: Enjoy a full day in Amboseli

Embark on a full day game drive in Amboseli with a safari expert in Tanzania. On a game drive, you will be spotting diversity of wildlife including the Maasai giraffes, elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and zebras, etc. Today, you will only get back to the lodge in the evening.

Accommodation

• Budget: Amboseli Eco Camp
• Midrange: Amboseli Sopa Lodge
• Luxury: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Day 4: Amboseli to Aberdare

Transfer by road from Amboseli National Park to Aberdare National Park. Arrive early for you to check in your respective lodges or camps. You will have a guided walk around your camp or lodge and entire day of relaxing. Aberdare National Park is a special safari park in Kenya, a home to diverse wildlife including leopards, elephants, giant forest hogs, buffaloes, and others.

Accommodation

• Midrange: The Ark Tree Lodge

Day 5: Full day in Aberdare

Embark on a safe guided game drive through Aberdare with a safari expert. You will be spotting diversity of wildlife including elephants, buffaloes, bushbucks, Defassa waterbucks, and more. You will have the leisurely time at the lodge in the evening.

Accommodation

• Midrange: The Ark Tree Lodge

Day 6: Aberdare –Samburu

Drive off from Aberdare National Park to Samburu National Reserve. At the Samburu, expect to explore the special 5 species (Somali ostriches, reticulated giraffes, Beisa oryx, gerenuk, and Grevy’s zebras), plus other wild animals.

Accommodation

• Budget: Samburu Guesthouse/Umoja Camp
• Midrange: Samburu Sopa Lodge
• Luxury: Ashnil Samburu/Sasaab

Day 7: Game drive in Samburu

After breakfast, set off for an extensive game drive through the Samburu National Reserve. On a game drive, look out for a huge profusion of wildlife including the leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and others. Expect to enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch and proceed with a short afternoon game drive session then pay a visit to the Samburu community to interact with the Samburu people.

Accommodation

• Budget: Samburu Guesthouse/Umoja Camp
• Midrange: Samburu Sopa Lodge
• Luxury: Ashnil Samburu/Sasaab

Day 8: Samburu –Lake Nakuru Park

Leave Samburu after you have had breakfast. Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park which is about 5 hours away and on arrival, check in your respective lodges/camps.

Accommodation

• Budget: Lake Nakuru Lodge
• Midrange: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge/Sarova Woodlands Hotel and Spa Nakuru
• Luxury: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge/Chui Lodge

Day 9: Game drive & connect to Lake Naivasha

Set off for a guided game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park with an experienced guide. Along the Lake Nakuru National Park game tracks, expect to come across the Rothschild giraffes, rhinos, buffaloes, zebras, and colorfully pink flamingos. After the game drive, return for you to check out your lodge and then proceed to Lake Naivasha. You may enjoy a boat ride later in the afternoon for you to explore the aquatic species on the shores of Lake Naivasha.

Accommodation

• Midrange: Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp/Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
• Luxury: Kiboko Luxury Camp

Day 10: Lake Naivasha to Maasai Mara

After a delicious breakfast, drive to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy 4 hours’ drive journey through the countryside breathtaking landscapes. Arrive at the Masai Mara early for you to check in your respective lodges.

Accommodation

• Midrange: Jambo Mara Lodge/Mara Sopa Lodge
• Luxury: Mara Serena Lodge or Ashnil Mara Camp

Day 11: Full day in Masai Mara

Enjoy a hot cup of tea/coffee and after, expect to begin your full day game drive through the Maasai Mara Reserve. Look out for the big cats plus other small and large mammals plus bird species. In case you happen to visit Masai Mara around July and October, then be ready to witness the powerful wildebeest migration. Your afternoon session will be divided into a short game drive and a cultural tour at the Maasai village.

Accommodation

• Midrange: Jambo Mara Lodge/Mara Sopa Lodge
• Luxury: Mara Serena Lodge or Ashnil Mara Camp

Day 12: Departure

After an early morning breakfast, set off for Nairobi. As you exit the Maasai Mara Reserve, expect to come across some of the early risers. From Masai Mara to Nairobi, you will spend about 6 hours.

End of safari

Inclusions

• Park entry fees
• All safari activities exclusive of optional
• Transportation plus an English-speaking Kenya safari guide
• Accommodation and meals
• Bottled drinking water

Exclusions

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• Visas
• Laundry services
• Beverages
• Additional activities/lodges
• Telephone bills.
• Souvenirs
• Airfares etc.