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THE RIFT VALLEY LAKES CAMPING - Ref: MA 033
Departs Mon/Thu/Fri 2 Nights
This safari takes you into the Great Rift Valley and to some
of the soda and fresh water lakes which stretch across the
Rift Valley floor - the dramatic and rugged landscape of
Lake Bogoria, the tranquility and beauty of Lake Baringo and
the wildlife haven of Lake Nakuru.
Day 1 Nairobi - Lake Baringo L . D
Leaving Nairobi in the morning you drive west to the edge of
the escarpment where, stopping briefly at a viewpoint, the
awesome panorama of the Great Rift Valley stretches out
before you with the extinct volcanoes of Suswa and Longonot
and the glistening waters of Lake Naivasha in the near
distance. You descend to the Rift Valley floor and past
Lakes Naivasha and Elementaita to Nakuru town where you stop
for a picnic lunch in view of Lake Nakuru.
After lunch you continue to Lake Bogoria where, along the
shores, you find geysers shooting fountains of hot water
high into the air and pools of hot water bubbling from the
ground. The rare Greater Kudu may be seen in this park. Your
onward journey takes you to Lake Baringo, famed for its
spectacular birdlife, crocodile and hippo. Here you set up
camp near the lake shore for the night.
Day 2 Lake Baringo - Lake Nakuru B . L . D
After breakfast enjoy a walk beside the lake whilst your
camp is dismantled. You then depart for your return drive to Lake Nakuru
arriving in time for a picnic lunch at your next campsite in the Park.
After lunch relax in camp before your afternoon game drive around the
Lake where you may see waterbuck, gazelle, buffalo, rhino, the rare
Rothschild giraffe and perhaps lion or leopard. The Lake is famous also
for its great concentration of birds, in particular the colourful pink
flamingo which seasonally feed off the abundant algae in the shallow
waters of this soda lake. At dusk you return to your camp for dinner and
overnight.
Day 3 Lake Nakuru - Nairobi B . L
After a cup of early morning tea, you are taken on a game
drive around the Park returning to your camp for a late breakfast. After
breakfast you leave Nakuru for your return journey to Nairobi, stopping
en route for a picnic lunch.
AMBOSELI CAMPING. - Ref: MA 034
Duration 3 days 2 nights
Departs daily
The snow capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest
mountain at 5,895m, dominate every aspect of Amboseli
National Park. Open grassland and savannah surround swamps
and springs, fed by underground rivers from Kilimanjaro's
melting snow, permanent watering places for the elephant,
buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah and hosts of plains game.
The area outside the Park is home to the Masai people, tall,
proud, nomadic warriors who maintain their age-old cultures
and traditions and live in complete harmony with the
wildlife around them.
Day 1 Nairobi - Amboseli L . D
Leaving Nairobi in the morning, you drive across the Athi
plains towards the Kenya/Tanzania border post of Namanga and
from there through arid Masai ranchlands to your campsite in
Amboseli National Park for a late picnic lunch. Later in the
afternoon enjoy a game drive in the surrounding area before
returning to Camp for hot showers and the evening spent
around the camp fire.
Day 2 Amboseli B . L . D
After an early breakfast you leave for a full day's game
viewing with Mount Kilimanjaro, usually clear in the early morning, as a
spectacular backdrop for your photographs. You stop for a picnic lunch
at Look Out Hill or another shady spot and return to the Camp in the
late afternoon. The evening is spent around the camp fire listening to
the sounds of the African night - the distant roar of the lion and the
doleful, whooping 'laugh' of the hyaena.
Day 3 Amboseli - Nairobi B . L
After breakfast, enjoy an early morning game drive before
departing on your return journey to Nairobi, stopping en route under a
shady tree for a picnic lunch.
LAKE TURKANA VIA CHALBI DESERT. - Ref GTC 035
Duration: 7 nights 8 days
Departs Fridays
This rugged 1,800-km expedition in a purposely-built truck
takes you up into the heart of the Northern Frontier
District. You will traverse along some of Africa's worst
roads; see beautiful mountain forest surrounded on all sides
by hot dusty deserts, eventually arriving at our camp on the
shores of the Jade Sea (Lake Turkana). Ours is the only camp
situated right on the beach of the lake with spectacular
views of the South Island. The camp comprises 12double
traditional Turkana palm leaf huts, a dinning/lounge,
kitchen, showers and toilets. Our 20-seat boat is based here
and is available for sunset cruises and exploring the
surrounding areas. You will see a great variety of tribes
during the tour and cross the Chalbi Desert if dry. During
the rains it becomes an enormous shallow lake.
Day 1 - Samburu:
Depart Nairobi in the morning heading north via the shoulder
of Mt Kenya to Samburu Game Reserve. Accommodation in our
semi-permanent campsite beautifully set under a canopy of
trees or pitch tents on the edge of Uaso Nyiro River.
Day 2 - Samburu:
The day is spent game viewing in the park. Elephants abound;
you may see lion, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, grevy's zebra and oryx.
Day 3 - Marsabit:
We head north again along the Trans-African highway to
Marsabit, which is an extinct volcano heavily forested on its upper
slopes. After setting up camp, we will visit the lodge inside the
National Park. You may see elephant, buffalo and kudu as the lodge is
situated on the edge of a water-filled crater. As long as the park is
dry we drive through thick forest to the famous Lake Paradise. There are
some very steep hills which are impassable if wet.
Day 4 - Kalacha:
We visit Marsabit town and another volcanic crater before
making our way back into the desert and lava flows. We camp at Kalacha,
a small settlement on the edge of the Chalbi Desert.
Day 5 - Lake Turkana:
We depart early crossing the Chalbi Desert. The desert
cannot be crossed if wet but there are alternative roads around the
North and South. We arrive at our semi -permanent beach campsite just
outside Loiyangalani soon after lunch. Here we have our traditional
Turkana Huts with a cool breeze blowing from the lake for use if
available otherwise we pitch tents in an alternative campsite. Indeed a
perfect place to relax protected from the scorching sun and heat
characteristic of the harsh climate of this remote area.
Day 6 - Lake Turkana:
We spend the day relaxing and bathing only interrupted by a
short boat excursion to visit the surrounding areas. In addition, we
visit Loiyangalani and the community settled there while in the evening
we may visit one of the Turkana Manyattas [optional] for traditional
dances under a star studded sky at an extra cost if clients wish.
Unforgettable experience.
Day 7 - Maralal:
We journey via South Horr and Baragoi to Maralal, another
forested area. The Samburu abound in their red-ochre.
Day 8 - Nairobi:
Heading south again via Laikipia Plains and Thompson Falls
(Nyahururu) we drive back into Nairobi by mid-afternoon.
6 DAYS GREAT RIFTVALLEY LAKES & MAASAI MARA. - Ref GTC 037
Departs on Saturdays
A safari to the world famous Bird Sanctuaries of Lakes
Baringo, Bogoria and Nakuru, then South over the Mau
Escarpment to Kenya's greatest concentration of game - the
Maasai Mara.
Day 1 - Lake Baringo:
Depart Nairobi in the morning. stopping enroute to view the
spectacular Great Rift Valley. Lunch enroute then camp at
Lake Baringo, a world famous bird sanctuary, late in the
afternoon. Boat trip to see the hippos and crocodiles.
Day 2 - Lake Nakuru:
A 30km drive south to the spectacular Lake Bogoria with the
[very] hot springs. Don't fall in. Flamingos live here and you can
explore on foot. Lunch and then proceed to Lake Nakuru national park
famous for its bird life for a game drive. Overnight in a campsite
outside town.
Day 3 - Maasai Mara:
We head south to Narok, camping in our permanent campsite on
the Talek River, which is at the edge of the park by afternoon. Here we
have stand-up tents with beds for use, if not occupied, otherwise we
pitch tent. Hot showers are available in the camp and meals are served
in the dinning mess or in the open.
Days 4 & 5 - Maasai Mara:
From the base camp, we experience the Mara Magic; packed
with elephant, zebra, rhino, lion and all kinds of game throughout the
year, with the spectacular wildebeest migration from Serengeti mainly in
July and August.
Day 6 - Nairobi:
We break camp and drive to Narok where Maasai souvenirs can
be bought, then back to Nairobi by late afternoon.
4 DAYS MAASAI MARA. Ref GTC 038
Departs on Mondays
The Maasai Mara is Kenya's most celebrated game park, it
offers the possibility of seeing "the big five" and many
other species of game. This is where the great wildebeest
migration is a spectacle to behold for any would be visitor
to Kenya mainly in July and August of each year. We drive
straight to our Permanent campsite along the Talek River,
which borders the reserve. Accommodation is in large
stand-up tents with beds. Showers are available in the camp
and meals are served in the dinning mess or in the open.
Day 1 - Maasai Mara
Departing our office in the morning. We drive down the
Escarpment via the floor of the Great Rift Valley, to the
game-park. Here we have stand-up tents with beds for use, if
not occupied, otherwise we pitch tents.
Day 2 & 3 - Maasai Mara
From this comfortable base camp, you will explore the park's
amazingly high concentration of game, viewing them as you go. Being in
Maasai Mara is "as if you found yourself in the New York of the natural
world" according to some authorities.
Day 4 - Nairobi:
Depart Camp and drive through the northern part of the
reserve viewing game as you proceed to the main Narok road. On reaching
Narok, we halt to give you a chance to buy souvenirs, or just to have a
cup of tea. Back to Nairobi by late afternoon.
9DAYS AMBOSELI/MANYARA/SERENGETI/OLDUVAI/NGORONGORO/TARANGIRE/ARUSHA.
Ref: GTC 039
Departs on Sunday
Amboseli are the plains below Mt. Kilimanjaro. The waters
from melted snow drain down the mountain under lava flows
and surface in Amboseli, creating a green belt of swampland
amidst dusty plains. Here, hippo, elephant and bird life can
be seen against the backdrop of the magnificent snow-capped
mountain. Also the game parks of Northern Tanzania are
amongst the best in the world and offer some unique game
viewing. Ngorongoro Crater is renowned for its packs of
Hunting Dogs, and a wide variety of other game. Lake Manyara
lions have developed a liking for residing in the branches
of trees, where they can both sleep and watch for prey while
Serengeti is where the wildebeest migration starts.
Day 1 - Amboseli:
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive via Namanga, on the
Tanzania border. After lunch, proceed into the Amboseli park
with the possibility of seeing game on our way to the
campsite.
Day 2 - Amboseli:
Day spent viewing game in the morning and afternoon.
Day 3 - Lake Manyara:
After breakfast, drive via Namanga border and Arusha to Lake
Manyara. Lunch enroute. Dinner and overnight will be at campsite.
Day 4 - Serengeti:
Early morning game-drive in L. Manyara followed by
breakfast. Then drive to Serengeti National Park viewing game enroute,
dinner and overnight at Seronera campsite.
Day 5 - Serengeti:
Spend the day game viewing in the Serengeti with a break for
lunch at the campsite. Dinner and overnight will be at Seronera
campsite.
Day 6 - Ngorongoro via Olduvai Gorge:
After early breakfast, we drive to Ngorongoro crater via
Olduvai Gorge with a picnic lunch. We view game enroute. Overnight Simba
Campsite.
Day 7 - Tarangire:
Morning crater tour and after lunch proceed to Tarangire
National Park. Dinner and overnight in a campsite.
Day 8- Arusha:
After breakfast early morning gamedrive followed by lunch at
the campsite, then proceed to Arusha for dinner and overnight in a hotel
of your choice at extra cost.
Day 9 - Nairobi:
Depart Arusha by DHL Shuttle for Nairobi.
10 DAYS NAKURU/MAASAI
MARA/SERENGETI/NGORONGORO. - Ref GTC 040
Departs on Tuesday
Day 1 - Nakuru National Park:
Departing our office in the morning we drive down the
Escarpment via the floor of the Great Rift Valley, to Lake
Nakuru. Afternoon gamedrive to see birds and other game
followed by dinner and overnight in a private campsite.
Day 2 - Maasai Mara:
Early morning departure for Maasai Mara. View game as you
proceed to our campsite at Talek. Here we have stand-up tents with beds
for use if not occupied otherwise we pitch tents.
Day 3 - Maasai Mara:
Day spent exploring the park's amazingly high concentration
of game with morning and afternoon gamedrives. Being at Maasai Mara is
"as if you found yourself in the New York of the natural world"
according to some authorities. Maasai cultural dancers will be at hand
to entertain you this last evening.
Day 4 - Musoma:
Depart Camp and drive through the northern part of the
reserve viewing game as you proceed to the Tanzanian border at
Isebania/Sirari. Overnight at a campsite in the Musoma area of Lake
Victoria.
Day 5 - Serengeti National Park:
Departing in the morning you drive south and west to the
western corridor of the Serengeti via Ndabaka Gate. Afternoon gamedrive
and overnight at Ndabaka gate.
Day 6 - Serengeti National Park:
Departing in the morning you drive west through the western
corridor of the Serengeti to the Central Serengeti region of the
Seronera. Overnight at one of the campsites at Seronera.
Day 7 - Serengeti National Park:
A full days game viewing in the central Serengeti. Overnight
at one of the campsites at Seronera
Day 8 - Ngorongoro Conservation Area:
Game viewing as you drive Southeast up into the Ngorongoro
Conservation Area. Overnight at the Simba campsite on the crater rim.
Day 9 - Arusha:
A full mornings crater tour. After lunch you transfer back
to Arusha town. Overnight in a campsite.
Day 10 - Nairobi:
After a leisurely breakfast and a walk around Arusha town
you transfer back to Nairobi where you are dropped off at our office.
8 DAYS LAKE
MANYARA/SERENGETI/OLDUVAI GORGE/NGORONGORO/TARANGIRE.
Ref GTC 041
Departs Mondays twice a month
The game parks of Tanzania are amongst the best in the world
and offer some unique game viewing. Ngorongoro Crater is
renowned for its packs of Hunting Dogs and a wide variety of
other game. Lake Manyara lions have developed a liking for
residing in the branches of trees, where they can both sleep
and watch for prey while Serengeti is where the wildebeest
migration starts.
Day 1 - Arusha:
Arrive Arusha from Nairobi by D.H.L Shuttle. Overnight in a
hotel of your choice at extra cost.
Day 2 - Lake Manyara:
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara, lunch at the
campsite followed by afternoon game drive..
Day 3 - Serengeti:
After breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park viewing
game enroute, dinner and overnight at Seronera campsite.
Day 4 - Serengeti:
Spend the day game viewing in the Serengeti with a break for
lunch at the campsite. Dinner and overnight at Seronera campsite.
Day 5 - Ngorongoro via Olduvai Gorge:
After an early breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro crater via
Olduvai Gorge with picnic lunches. We view game enroute. Overnight Simba
Campsite.
Day 6 - Tarangire:
Morning crater tour and after lunch proceed to Tarangire
National Park. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.
Day 7 - Arusha:
After breakfast early morning gamedrive followed by lunch at
the campsite, then proceed to Arusha for dinner and overnight in a hotel
of your choice at extra cost.
Day 8 - Nairobi:
Depart Arusha by DHL Shuttle for Nairobi.
8 DAYS LAKE MANYARA/SERENGETI/OLDUVAI GORGE/
NGORONGORO/ARUSHA.
Ref GTC 042
Departs Monday.
Day 1 - Arusha:
Depart for Arusha from Nairobi by D.H.L. Shuttle. Overnight
in a hotel of your choice at extra cost.
Day 2 - Lake Manyara:
Depart at 9.30 a.m. for Lake Manyara National Park with
picnic lunch followed by gamedrive. Dinner and overnight at the campsite
Day 3 - Serengeti:
After breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park, enroute
gamedrive with picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight at Seronera Campsite.
Day 4 - Serengeti:
Spend the whole day game viewing in the Serengeti with a
break for lunch at the campsite. Dinner and overnight at the Seronera
Campsite.
Day 5 - Olduvai Gorge:
Wake up early for a morning gamedrive. Return to the camp
for breakfast, followed by another gamedrive before proceeding to
Olduvai Gorge with picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight at Simba campsite.
Day 6 - Ngorongoro - Arusha:
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a
tour with picnic lunches. Afternoon, drive back to Arusha for dinner and
overnight in a campsite.
Day 7 - Arusha:
Depart for Arusha National Park after breakfast for a
gamedrive with packed lunches. Drop off at a hotel of your of your
choice in Arusha at extra cost. END OF SAFARI.
Day 8 - Nairobi:
Drive back to Nairobi by D.H.L. Shuttle.
*What you need to bring
Quilted sleeping bag, Anorak (a waterproof jacket for wet
conditions), climbing boots, tennis shoes for the rain forest and
moorlands, light raincoat, warm sweaters, hat, gloves, hard underwear,
puttees, sun oil and lip balm, good sunglasses or snow glasses water
bottle, plastic bags, torch with spare batteries and spare bulbs, small
rucksack to carry yourself, rucksack - possibly with lock in which to
pack your belongings to be carried by porters.
Note that the porters carry their loads on their heads.
Maximum luggage 15 kgs otherwise there will be a surcharge for the
excess. If you do not have the equipment, it is available for hire at
Marangu.
*Photographic gear
It is essential to use sky light filters at high elevations,
less sensitive film with 15DIN for bright areas and 17 or so for use in
the dark rain forests.
SAMBURU/ RIFTVALLEY LAKES & MAASAI MARA. - Ref GTC 043
Duration : 7 days 6 nights
Departs on Mondays
A safari to the north via the high shoulder of Mountain
Kenya to the Game Reserve of Samburu, the world famous Bird
Sanctuaries of the Great Rift Valley Lakes Baringo, Bogoria
and Nakuru, then south over the Mau Escarpment to Kenya’s
greatest concentration of game - the Maasai Mara.
Day 1 – Samburu:
Depart Nairobi in the morning, passing through the rich
agricultural farmland on the slopes of Mountain Kenya to the
mainly dry scrub land and open Savannah plains of Samburu
Game Reserve. Here the Ewaso Nyiro River supports a wide
variety of game among them elephant, buffalo, cheetah
leopard, lion, grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, oryx and
the long necked gerenuk. Accommodation in our permanent
campsite, beautifully set on the edge of the river under a
canopy of trees or pitch tents,
Day 2 – Samburu:
Day spent game viewing in the park and a dip in Buffalo
Springs during the hot afternoon may be refreshing.
Day 3 – Baringo:
Leaving Samburu in the early morning, we make a scenic drive
to the west across the Lerochi Plateau, (lunch enroute) and later
descend to the floor of the Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Baringo
in the afternoon. This is a fresh water lake which supports a great
variety of birds as well as hippos and crocodiles. Indeed, the lake is
reputed to be the bird-watching centre of Kenya.
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru:
Early in the morning we head south via Lake Bogoria which is
a shallow soda lake with a beautiful scenery
and also home to a sizeable number of flamingoes and other
species of birds. The highlight, however, is the boiling hot springs and
geysers which also contribute to the beauty of the lake. After lunch, we
proceed to Lake Nakuru in the south - another shallow soda lake which
has been described as “an ornithologist’s paradise and one of the
world’s most magnificent sights”. Here one has an opportunity to see up
to two million flamingoes besides tens of thousands of other birds if
lucky. Lake Nakuru also has rhino sanctuary and also harbors lions,
warthogs, waterbucks, buffaloes, hippo and many other animals. Dinner
and overnight in a campsite outside town.
Day 5 - Maasai Mara:
We head further south to Narok, camping in our permanent
campsite on the Talek River which is at the edge of the park by
afternoon. Accommodation is in large stand-up tents with beds, if
available, or we pitch tent. Showers are available in the camp and meals
are served in the dining mess or in the open.
Day 6 - Maasai Mara:
From the base camp, we explore the Mara region, packed with
the elephant, zebra, rhino and all kinds of game throughout the year
with the spectacular wildebeest migration from Serengeti occurring
mainly in July and August. Being at Maasai Mara is “as if you found
yourself in the New York of the natural world according to some
authorities”. Indeed, you have the best opportunity of seeing all the
big five.
Day 7 – Nairobi:
We break camp and drive to Narok where Maasai souvenirs can
be bought and then proceed to Nairobi.
13 DAYS KENYA WILDLIFE TRAIL – Ref GTC 044
Duration: 13 days 12 nights
Departure every Mondays
A safari to see the best game parks in Kenya and also the
world famous birds sanctuaries of the Great Rift Valley
lakes before taking you down to the Coast to enjoy at
leisure the beautiful sunny beaches of Mombasa, Malindi and
Lamu.
Day 1 – Samburu:
Depart Nairobi in the morning passing through the rich
agricultural farmland on the slopes of Mountain Kenya to the
mainly dry scrubland and open Savannah plains of Samburu
Game Reserve. Here the Ewaso Nyiro River supports a wide
variety of game among them elephant, buffalo, cheetah
leopard, lion, grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, oryx and
the long necked gerenuk. Accommodation in our permanent
campsite beautifully set on the edge of the river under a
canopy of trees, or pitch tent nearby.
Day 2 – Samburu:
Day spent game viewing in the park.
Day 3 – Baringo:
Leaving Samburu in the early morning, we make a scenic drive
to the west across the Lerochi Plateau. Lunch enroute and later descend
to the floor of the Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Baringo in the
afternoon. This is a fresh water lake, which supports a great variety of
birds as well as hippos and crocodiles. Indeed, the lake is reputed to
be the bird-watching centre of Kenya.
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru:
Early in the morning we head south via Lake Bogoria, which
is a shallow soda lake with a beautiful scenery and also home to a
sizeable number of flamingos and other species of birds. The highlight,
however, is the boiling hot springs and geysers, which also contribute
to the beauty of the lake. After lunch, we proceed to lake Nakuru in the
south - another shallow soda lake that has been described as “an
ornithologists paradise and one of the world’s most magnificent sights”.
Here one has an opportunity to see up to two million flamingos besides
tens of thousands of other birds if lucky. Lake Nakuru is a rhino
sanctuary and also harbors lions, warthogs, waterbucks, buffaloes, hippo
and many other animals. Dinner and overnight in a campsite outside town.
Day 5 - Maasai Mara:
We head further south to Narok, camping in our permanent
campsite on the Talek River, which is at the edge of the park by
afternoon. Here we have stand-up tents with beds for use, if available,
otherwise we pitch tent. tent. Showers are available in the camp and
meals are served in the dining mess or in the open.
Day 6 - Maasai Mara:
From the base camp, we explore the Mara region, packed with
the elephant, zebra, rhino and all kinds of game throughout the year
with the spectacular wildebeest migration from Serengeti occurring
mainly in July and August. Being at Maasai Mara is “as if you found
yourself in the New York of the natural world according to some
authorities”. Indeed, you have the best opportunity of seeing all the
big five.
Day 7 – Nairobi:
We break camp and drive to Narok where Maasai souvenirs can
be bought and then proceed to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. Dinner
and overnight in a campsite outside town or hotel if you wish at extra
cost.
Day 8 – Amboseli:
Morning drive via Namanga on the Tanzania border and reach.
Amboseli early in the afternoon. We view game as we proceed to the
campsite.
Day 9 – Amboseli:
Day spent exploring this park with the magnificent snow
capped Mt. Kilimanjaro in the background. The waters from melted snow
drain down the mountain under lava flows and surface on the Amboseli
plains. Here elephant, hippo, buffalo, giraffe are likely to be seen.
Day 10 - Tsavo West:
We leave soon aster breakfast for Tsavo West National Park.
Visit the Chyulu Hills and the Mzima Springs, which are favourite haunts
for both the hippo and crocodile, which can be seen from an underwater
observation chamber if time permits. Dinner and overnight in a campsite.
Day 11 - Tsavo West:
Day spent exploring the park including the nature trails.
Day 12 - Tsavo East:
Early in the morning we drive to Tsavo East. This park come
famous for its great herds of elephant still has these beasts usually
covered in red dust and a variety of game and fine scenery. We visit
Lugards Falls, Mudanda Rocks and Aruba Dam as we view game if time
permits.
Day 13 – Mombasa:
Early morning gamedrive. Soon after breakfast we proceed to
Mombasa arriving there in good time for pax to find their way to their
hotels and the tour ends.
6 DAYS AMBOSELI/TSAVO WEST/TSAVO EAST/ MOMBASA. Ref GTC 045
Duration : 6 days 5 nights
Departs Mondays
A safari to see some of the best game parks in Kenya and
also see Africa’s highest mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro before
taking you down to the Coast to enjoy at leisure the
beautiful sunny beaches of Mombasa, Malindi and Lamu.
Arranging or booking the train to Nairobi, would be a
different experience – The ‘lunatic train’ service to
Mombasa is historical and we offer the train reservation in
Nairobi services.
Day 1 – Amboseli:
Depart Nairobi in the morning driving via Namanga on the
Tanzania border and reach Amboseli early in the afternoon.
We view game as we proceed towards the campsite for dinner
and overnight.
Day 2- Amboseli:
Day spent exploring this park with the magnificent snow
capped Mt. Kilimanjaro in the background. The waters from melted snow
drain down the mountain under lava flows and surface on the Amboseli
plains, creating a green belt of swampland amidst dusty plains. Here
elephant, buffalo, lion, cheetah, wildebeest, hyena, jackal, zebra and
the Maasai giraffe are likely to be seen.
Day 3 - Tsavo West:
We leave soon after breakfast for Tsavo West National Park.
Visit the Chyulu Hills and the Mzima Springs, which are favourite haunts
of both the hippo and crocodile that can be seen from an underwater
observation chamber if time permits. Dinner and overnight at the
campsite.
Day 4 - Tsavo West:
Day spent exploring the park including the nature trails.
Day 5 - Tsavo East:
Early in the morning we drive to Tsavo East. This park once
famous for its great herds of elephant still has these beats usually
covered in red dust and a variety of game and fine scenery. We visit
Lugards Falls, Mudanda Rocks and Aruba Dam as we vie game if time
permits.
Day 6 – Mombasa:
Early morning game drive. Soon after breakfast we proceed to
Mombasa arriving there in good time for pax to find their way to their
hotels and the tour ends.
4 ½ DAYS SAMBURU/GREAT RIFTVALLEY LAKES. Ref GTC 046
Durations : 4 days 3 nights
Departs on Mondays
A safari to the north via the high shoulder of Mt Kenya to
the Game Reserve of Samburu, then the world famous Bird
Sanctuaries of the Great Rift Valley Lakes of Baringo,
Bogoria and Nakuru.
Day 1 – Samburu:
Depart Nairobi in the morning passing through the rich
agricultural farmland on the slopes of Mountain Kenya to the
mainly dry scrub land and open Savannah plains of Samburu
Game Reserve. Here the Ewaso Nyiro River supports a wide
variety of game among them elephant, buffalo, cheetah
leopard, lion, grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, oryx and
the long necked gerenuk. Accommodation in our semi-permanent
campsite beautifully set on the edge of the river under a
canopy of trees, or pitches tents nearby.
Day 2 – Samburu:
Day spent game viewing in the park.
Day 3 – Baringo:
Leaving Samburu in the early morning, we make a scenic drive
to the west across the Lerochi Plateau, (lunch enroute) and later
descend to the floor of the Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Baringo
in the afternoon. This is a fresh water lake, which supports a great
variety of birds as well as hippos and crocodiles. Indeed, the lake is
reputed to be the “bird-watching centre of Kenya.”
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru:
Early in the morning we head south via Lake Bogoria, which
is a shallow soda lake with a beautiful scenery and also home to a
sizeable number of flamingos and other species of birds. The highlight,
however, is the boiling hot springs and geysers, which also contribute
to the beauty of the lake. After lunch, we proceed to Lake Nakuru in the
south - another shallow soda lake that has been described as “an
ornithologist’s paradise and one of the world’s most magnificent
sights”. Here one has an opportunity to see up to two million flamingos
besides tens of thousands of other birds if lucky. Lake Nakuru is a
rhino sanctuary and harbours lions, warthogs, waterbucks, buffaloes,
hippo and many other animals. Dinner and overnight in a campsite outside
town.
Day 5 –Nairobi:
After breakfast, we proceed to Nairobi arriving in the late
afternoon.
*See other
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information on Kenya tour.
Nairobi
hotels
Mombasa Kenya
Safaris in Kenya.
List of budget camping safaris in Kenya
Africa safaris.
Accommodation in Kenya
The masai mara
Other Kenya safaris
Diani beach Kenya
Lamu island Kenya
Malindi beach Kenya
Watamu beach Kenya
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