Travelling north from Nairobi through the lush farming communities from Thika to Nyeri, the landscape drops away to the west into the Great Rift Valley, creating a dramatic back-drop to the journey. The bird-watching and views around Mt Kenya and the lakes are spectacular, while the big-game in Masai Mara is unforgettable. Departs from Nairobi every Thursday.
<p>A transfer from the airport (or hotel) can be arranged for an extra cost.</p><p>Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.</p><p>Clients to make own way to pick-up hotel (listed above) in Nairobi in time for safari briefing and drive north and into the forests of the Aberdare Mountain range arriving at Outspan for lunch and then afternoon transfer to Treetops. This is a tree lodge set in a forest glade with a waterhole that attracts all sorts of wildlife during the day and night. The waterhole is floodlit and there is an underground viewing platform.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/aberdare-national-park/">Aberdare National Park</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/treetops-lodge/">Treetops Lodge</a></p><p>Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>
<p>An early morning start first takes you north west heading towards Nyahururu followed by travel in a southerly direction to your next destination, the spectacular Lake Nakuru. Once in the park, view game en route to the lodge. Following lunch and a siesta, there is an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge as the sun sets. The national park, known for its birdlife, offers a possibility to view flamingoes. It is also home to Black and White rhinos as well as the endangered Rothschild Giraffe.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/lake-nakuru-national-parks/">Lake Nakuru National Parks</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/lake-nakuru-sopa-lodge/">Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge</a> </p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>
<p>After an early morning breakfast, drive to Narok town via Mai-Mahiu with a brief a rest stop and proceed on to Mara arriving in time for lunch at the Lodge. After lunch, depart for an afternoon game drive returning back to the lodge as the sun sets.</p><p></p><p>The Maasai Mara is one of the best-known reserves in the whole of Africa, and is globally renowned for its exceptional wildlife. Despite comprising only 0.01% of Africa’s total landmass, more than 40% of Africa’s larger mammals can be found here. Across the vast plains of the Mara visitors are able to witness lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and an infinite variety of other species in their natural habitats.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/masai-mara-national-reserve/">Masai Mara National Reserve</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/keekorok-lodge/">Keekorok Lodge</a> </p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>
<p>Early morning and afternoon game drives.</p><p></p><p>(It is possible to pre-book an optional early morning Balloon Safari at a supplementary cost)</p><p></p><p>Keekorok Lodge was opened in 1965 and lies at the southern end of Masai Mara National Reserve, about 280 kilometres from Nairobi. It is sited in the direct path of the annual migration and was the first lodge to be built in the Mara. At the height of the migration, Keekorok is surrounded by a swarming mass of animals and there is hardly need to go on a game drive. Keekorok's charm lies in the liberal use of local building materials. Sand stone, cedar wood and other indigenous materials are used in all rooms and public areas. In front of the lodge there is a 300m elevated walkway that meanders through a small riverine forest to a small bar at one end. This overlooks a dam where resident hippo and other game are regularly seen. There are no fences around Keekorok and it is not uncommon to see elephant and buffalo on the perimeter of the grounds.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: <a href="/product/masai-mara-national-reserve/">Masai Mara National Reserve</a></p><p>Accommodation: <a href="/product/keekorok-lodge/">Keekorok Lodge</a> </p><p>Meals & Drinks: All meals included</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p>
<p>After breakfast depart the Masai Mara and head across acres of rolling wheat and barley farms to Narok, the district headquarters of this part of Maasailand. From here cross the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley whilst keeping an eye out for herds of giraffe and gazelle before heading up the rift escarpment. Arrive into Kenya’s bustling capital in the early afternoon. Once in the city, clients will be dropped off at the drop off point in the city center for ongoing travel arrangements.</p><p></p><p>Suggested Optional Nairobi Excursions on return to Nairobi ex- Safari</p><p>Lunch or Dinner at Carnivore</p><p>Out of Africa Excursion</p><p>Shopping trip to Utamaduni and Kazuri Bead Factory.</p><p></p><p>Main Destination: Nairobi</p><p>Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)</p><p>Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)</p><p>Drinking water (Other drinks not included)</p><p></p><p>End of tour </p><p>Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.</p><p>A transfer back to the airport (or hotel) can be arranged for an extra cost.</p>
