KENYAN EXPLORER SPECIAL TOUR
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS
JC – IA – TOUR NO. 441
Nairobi (7N)
Long Haul Diwali
Detail Itinerary
Day 1 (Nairobi)
A warm welcome awaits you upon arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by our Moyo Guide. Thereafter, depart for The Ark Lodge. A Haven in the Hills. The Ark Lodge is nestled on a slope of Mweiga Hill in the Aberdare Highlands, part of the Great Rift Valley. This captivating site was the homestead of an English couple that decided to settle in Kenya. Almost a half-century later, their home, “The Steep” and opened for guests. Considered a heritage property in Kenya, The Ark Lodge has retained the charm of a private home with the simple comforts of a country inn. Dinner and overnight stay at The Ark Lodge.
Day 2 (Nairobi)
After a hearty breakfast, you will depart for the North through to the Samburu National Reserve arriving in time at Samburu Sopa Lodge. After a lovely lunch, you will then proceed for an afternoon game drive where we will see animals such as the reticulated giraffe, the pinstripe Gravy Zebra, the Gerenuk, the Blue Necked Somali Ostrich, Elephants, Leopards and The Black Maned Lions. Dinner and Overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.
Day 3 (Nairobi)
The pre-breakfast game drive followed by a hearty breakfast thereafter morning at leisure to enjoy the facilities offered by the lodge. After a lovely lunch, you will depart for an afternoon game drive followed by dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.
Day 4 (Nairobi)
The early rise followed by a hearty breakfast and depart for Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge which is located on a range of hills that form the western limits of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, the lodge offers spectacular views over the vastness of Africa. After check in, depart for a game drive as we visit the beautiful Park to see Lion, Rhino, the elusive Leopard, Zebra, Giraffe and of course lots of pink lesser flamingo. Lake Nakuru is famous for its huge flamingo populations due to the alkaline state of the lake. Dinner and Overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Day 5 (Nairobi)
After a hearty breakfast, you will depart for Lake Naivasha which is the magnificent lake in the Great Rift Valley and it’s also home to 400 species of birds. Arrive in time for lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge. After a sumptuous lunch, take an optional boat ride to see Hippos and bird life. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge.
Day 6 (Nairobi)
After a hearty breakfast, you will depart for the fabled Masai Mara National Reserve. The enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest migrations and its home for the big five Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Arrive in time for lunch at the beautiful Masai Mara Sopa Lodge. After a sumptuous lunch, you will depart for an afternoon game drive to see the game of Savannah. Dinner and Overnight at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.
Day 7 (Nairobi)
A relaxed rise followed by a hearty breakfast and thereafter a full day game drive with picnic lunch to see the varied game of the Masai Mara. This region is the Kenya’s most popular game sanctuary where you will have the best opportunity of spotting the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant). Optional visit to a local Maasai village. Dinner and Overnight at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.
Day 8 (Nairobi)
After a hearty breakfast, you will depart for Nairobi. Upon arrival into Nairobi, you will be transferred to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.
Inclusion & Exclusion
Inclusions
Arrival meet and assist and all airport transfers
Accommodation on FB Basis throughout your safari
Transportation in a Safari vehicle with pop up roof ideal for game viewing with a window seat for every person
Services of an English speaking Safari Driver guide
All the Activities as listed in the itinerary
All Park Entrance Fees
All Conservation Fees
Complimentary bottled water and snack hamper in all our vehicles
Comprehensive tour documents and Wildlife Checklist.
Exclusions
Airfare & Travel Insurance
Anything which is not specified under Inclusions
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing or any other item not specified in ‘cost inclusions’
Any increase in taxes or fuel, ROE, leading to increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Any Surcharges if applicable due to peak season or any other event
