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The Hotels and Lodges chosen for these safaris are amongst the finest in Africa with impeccable style and private establishments that enable you to relax and unwind. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative who will ensure your complimentary transfers run as smoothly as possible and you are comfortably settled in your first hotel. A detailed briefing will be accorded to you in advance of your first day on safari.
Crocodile Racers will guarantee you personalized attention to your interests and requests. We will also ensure a detailed scrutiny to every little detail in your booking or enquiry and offer you professional suggestions and advice on the best quality of services to you.
CRA- K 022: 2 Nights 3 Days Amboseli National Park
CRA- K 023: 2 Nights 3 Days Maasai Mara
CRA- K 024: 1.5 Days Tree Lodge
CRA- K 025: 4 Nights 5 days Meru National Park/Samburu
CRA- K 026: 5 Nights 6 Days Great Rift Valley Lakes/ Maasai Mara
CRA- K 027: 7 Nights 8 Days Samburu / Mt. Kenya / Lake Nakuru / Lake Naivasha / Maasai Mara
CRA- K 028: 6 Nights 7 Days Tsavo East / Tsavo West / Amboseli
CRA- K 029: 4 Nights 5 Days Naivasha / Nakuru / Maasai Mara
CRA- K 030: 10 Nights 11 Days Aberdare / Lake Nakuru / Maasai Mara / Lake Naivasha / Amboseli / Tsavo West / Mombasa
CRA- K 031: 24 Days Best Of Racers - Pride of Kenya Highlights
| CRA- K 022: 2 Nights 3 Days Amboseli National Park |
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Highlights: Mt Kilimanjaro, observation hill that allows an overall view of the entire park especially the swamps, Elephants, Hippos, Buffalos, among other wildlife. Photography, Bird watching, Lodging, Contemporary Maasai Culture
Amboseli National Park is Kenya’s first established game park and the word ‘Amboseli’ is the Maasai word for “salt dust”. It is situated on the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro very close to the Tanzanian border. With the majestic backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro, spectacular displays of wildlife (Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Cheetah, and Buffalo) and various plains' game, postcard perfect pictures are almost always guaranteed. This park has a record of over 250 species of birds.
DAY 01: Nairobi - Amboseli
Our representative will pick you from your hotel and brief you on the safari before you proceed to Amboseli National Park. You will pass through the Athi River plains the home of the Maasai tribe to Amboseli National Park, a place of stark contrast. The greatest attraction is the vast herds of Elephant within the park. The evening game drive will complete this full day and allow you to see and experience the wilds of Africa in its natural state. Dinner will be served at the lodge.
DAY 02: Amboseli National Park
Full day in the Reserve with morning and late evening game drives. Mount Kilimanjaro will provide a beautiful backdrop. A visit to a Maasai Manyatta will enrich your cultural experience with the local people who are known to co-exist with the wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Lodge (Ol-Tukai / Amboseli Serena Lodge /Amboseli Sopa Lodge)
DAY 03: Amboseli - Nairobi
Pre-breakfast game drive. Return for breakfast at the Lodge. After breakfast depart for Nairobi with picnic lunch en-route arriving late in the afternoon.
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| CRA-K 023: 2 Nights 3 Days Maasai Mara |
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Highlights: Great Rift Valley Scenery, Lodging, Game and Bird Watching, Hippo Point Ethnic, Culture, Traditional Dances (Optional), Photography, Relaxation among others.
This safari is to Kenya’s greatest concentration of game - the Maasai Mara. On our way, we pass through Kenya’s Rift Valley Escarpments which offer some of the most breath taking views.
Maasai Mara is the centre stage of the famous, NEW SEVENTH WONDER OF THE WORLD. Considered as Kenya’s & East Africa's finest game sanctuary, it is here that the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place -The great annual Savannah Migration! Millions of wildebeest and zebras migrate from the Serengeti National Park to the Maasai Mara in search of water and pasture.
The predators of the savannah (Lions, Cheetahs, Wild dogs, Jackals, Hyenas and Vultures) trail on their heels for a bountiful meal.
Other than the spectacular migration, the Mara also offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe. Over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily sight the Big Five - Lion, Rhino, Buffalo, Leopard, and Elephant.
The famous Maasai tribesmen also live within the dispersal area of the game reserve.
Balloon trips are an entirely outstanding way of seeing the Maasai Mara Habitats and the wildlife after which you come back down for a beautiful champagne breakfast. We can arrange these balloon trips upon your request at the time of booking.
DAY 1: Nairobi - Maasai Mara
Our representative will pick you from your hotel and brief you on the safari before you proceed to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. We will drive down the escarpment via the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge. (Keekorok Lodge, Mara Serena, Mpata Safari Cub or equivalent)
DAY 2: Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, we spend a full day in search of the Cats of Mara. This Reserve forms part of the Great Mara-Serengeti Eco-system. Picnic lunch will be served at the Mara River Hippo Point where Hippos and Crocodiles can be viewed basking at the river bed. On clear days, the Mara offers fantastic orange tinted sunsets and you will definitely want to capture this moment while sipping on a sun downer back at our lodge.
DAY 3: Maasai Mara - Nairobi
After breakfast, break Camp and drive through the northern part of the reserve viewing game as we proceed to the main Narok road where we will have lunch at the same time get a chance to buy souvenirs. We return to Nairobi to arrive by late afternoon.
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| CRA- K 024: 1 .5 Days Aberdare National Park |
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DAY: 1 Nairobi - Aberdare
The Ark Lodge.
Early departure from Nairobi to cross the Kenyan Highlands, through pineapple and coffee plantations, to your "base hotel" in time for lunch at Aberdare Country Club. Afternoon transfer into Aberdares National Park and on to The Ark Lodge for bird watching and overnight floodlit game viewing from the lodge viewing decks. Ark Lodge, set in the heart of the Aberdares National Park, is a unique tree lodge with a veranda that overlooks a floodlit waterhole and saltlick allowing undisturbed views of wildlife visiting the waterhole. Elephant, rhino, leopard, bushbuck and occasionally an elusive bongo and giant forest hog have been sighted. The 60 guest rooms are all en-suite. All cabins have private bathrooms with shower, and are comfortably furnished with bedside lamps and carpeted floors to ward off the evening and morning chill. Resembling and named after Noah's Ark, The Ark Tree Lodge is designed with 'decks' from which numerous balconies and lounges provide superb vantage points for game viewing. A ground level bunker provides excellent photographic opportunities and takes you closer than you would believe possible to the wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay.
Treetops Lodge.
Famously known for being home to Queen Elizabeth the II on the night of her crowning, Treetops Hotel offers guests a royal treat in the heart of the Aberdares National Park. No trip to Kenya is regarded as complete without a visit or stay at the Treetops Hotel. Treetops heads the list for many a visitor. Located in the heart of the dense lichen hung forest, the 50 room Treetops overlooks two waterholes and the snowy peaks of Mount Kenya. You can take pleasure in the safety and comfort of observation lounges, which allow you to photograph the territorial charge of rhino, protective matriarch elephant and bounding bushbuck. A pride of Lions have on more than one occasion made a meal of some poor unfortunate warthog to the fascinated horror of Treetops guests. Rooms are either single or twin with shared bathroom facilities however, private on suite bathrooms are available on request. Nocturnal game viewing is the highlight of the tree lodges such that the guests are at liberty to request to be notified in the event that a rare animal turns up at the waterhole. Elephant, buffalo, rhino, leopard and bushbuck are regular visitors.
DAY 2: Aberdares - Nairobi
After breakfast, return to the base hotel. Reconnect with your tour driver for a drive back to Nairobi to arrive just before lunch where the tour ends.
Special Remarks: Children below 7 years are not admitted at the Ark Lodge and/or Treetops Lodge. Only an overnight rucksack is permitted at the tree lodges owing to limited space in the cabins. Excess luggage is stored at the base hotel. Travellers are advised to pack warm clothing for the Aberdare National Park since nights are pretty chilly. The tour may also overnight at The Treetops Lodge in Aberdare or Serena Mountain Lodge in Mount Kenya at no extra cost. However, children below 7 years are permitted for overnight at Serena Mountain Lodge.
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| CRA- K 025: 4 Nights 5 Days Meru National Park / Samburu |
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Highlights: Former home of Joy and George Adamson, the grave of Elsa the lioness, Adamson's Falls, Game Viewing and stunning views of Mt Kenya, Bird watching, Fishing Situated in the old Northern Frontier District, straddling the equator and bisected by 13 rivers and numerous mountain-fed streams, Meru National Park is wild and one of the most beautiful parks in Kenya. A green paradise compared to the dry savannah of Kenya's parks, this was the wilderness into which George & Joy Adamson released Elsa the lioness, creating the much-loved film 'Born Free'. It has diverse scenery from woodlands to wide-open plains, meandering riverbanks, hilly landscapes and rich grey alluvial volcanic soil deposits. Three large rivers border the reserve: the Tana to the South, the Ura to the South-west and the Rojeweru to the East.
Game viewing in Meru includes large herds of Buffalo, Bushbuck, Duiker, Eland, Elephant, Gazelle, Genet, Giraffe, Hartebeest, Impala, Kudu, Waterbuck and Zebra. Expect to see Baboons, Hyena, Jackal, Kudu, Lion, Mongoose, Oryx, Oribi, Vervet Monkeys and Warthog. You may see Wild dog, Bush baby, Caracal, Cheetah, Civet, Dik-dik, Leopard, Otter, Bush pig, Porcupine, Black and White Rhino. The rivers abound with Hippo and Crocodile. Birdlife includes Peter's fin foot which inhabits the Murera and Ura Rivers, the Pel's Fishing Owl, Kingfishers, Rollers, Bee-eaters, Starlings and numerous Weavers.
DAY 1: Nairobi – Meru National Park
Our representative will pick you from your hotel and brief you on the safari before you proceed to Meru National Park. We will drive down the Central Highlands via the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Dinner and overnight stay at the Elsa Kopje Lodge.
Elsa's Kopje Lodge has 8 en-suite elegant open-plan 'rooms-with-a-view', uniquely designed incorporating natural features of the rocky hillside. It has an open bar, sitting and dining room with an infinity pool overlooking the plains, perfect for siestas.
DAY 2: Meru National Park
After an early breakfast, we spend a full day in the Park. Activities include day & night game drives, guided walks, bush meals, sundowners, river excursions, fishing and massage. This untamed wilderness is renowned for its Elephant herds, rare northern endemic species with fantastic flora and fauna. We will also be in search of big Cats and the elusive Rhinos in the nearby sanctuary Elsa's Kopje. Dinner and overnight stay at the Elsa Kopje Lodge.
DAY 3: Meru – Samburu
After breakfast checkout and head to the Samburu National Reserve. You enjoy a game drive en-route to the Lodge, where you arrive in time for lunch. After lunch, spend the early afternoon at own leisure, before embarking on a late afternoon game drive till dusk.
Samburu National Reserve is a wildlife haven. Here you will spot Africa’s big cats - lions, cheetahs and the elusive leopard. Some animals are unique to this northern Kenya park: Grevy's Zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, Kudu and Gerenuk. The Ewaso Nyiro River, the boundary with the neighboring Buffalo Springs National Reserve, is where the Elephants, Buffalo and other animal species gather for a drink. You will find the scenic semiarid landscape quite dramatic. The reserve is located within the lands of the colorful semi-nomadic Samburu tribesmen. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Serena / Samburu Lodge.
DAY 4: Samburu
After breakfast, we spend a full day in the Reserve in search of Samburu game. Lunch, Dinner and overnight at Samburu Serena / Samburu Lodge.
DAY 5: Samburu - Nairobi
After breakfast return to Nairobi with enroute lunch arriving late in the afternoon.
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| CRA- K 026: 5 Nights 6 Days Great Rift Valley Lakes / Maasai Mara |
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Highlights: Game and Bird Watching, Lodging, Culture, Ethnic, Scenery, Wildlife, Boat Ride, Photography, Island Adventure, Hot springs, Geysers, Natural Spa, Great and Lesser Flamingos, Cultural experience.
This is a safari to the world famous Bird Sanctuaries of the Great Rift Valley Lakes: Naivasha, Baringo, Bogoria and Nakuru, then South over the Mau Escarpment to Kenya’s greatest concentration of game - Maasai Mara. Kenya’s rift valley escarpments offer some of the most breath taking views.
The Rift Valley is one of the wonders of the world, stretching from the Middle East, down through Africa, reaching as far as Mozambique. The staggering view, as you approach from Nairobi, Kenya is quite unbelievable. The ground suddenly disappears from under you to show the huge expanse of the great rift, stretching for thousands of miles in either direction. Whilst this stunning introduction to the Rift valley is amazing in itself, exploring the Lakes area of the Rift in Kenya is a rewarding experience.
DAY 1: Nairobi - Lake Baringo
Depart Nairobi in the morning stopping enroute to view the spectacular Great Rift Valley. We stop for lunch along the way then set camp at Lake Baringo, a world famous bird sanctuary, late in the afternoon. We enjoy an evening boat ride in search of Hippo, Crocodile, and Fish Eagle.
Lake Baringo is the most Northerly of Kenya’s small Rift Valley lakes; creased with papyrus and well developed acacia forest. Hippos, Crocodiles and Monitor Lizards are effortlessly seen from the shore. The magnificent display of water birds leaves you amazed at God’s phenomenal creation. This is Kenya's bird watching sanctuary with over 1200 recorded species native to the country and more than 450 sighted here. A bird watcher's haven but beware, this is malaria land so its best to come prepared with plenty of mosquito spray. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Baringo Club / Soi Safari Lodge
DAY 2 - Lake Baringo via Lake Bogoria - Lake Nakuru
A 30km drive south to the spectacular Lake Bogoria with hot springs and geysers being the main attractions. The lake has been called ‘the new home of the flamingo’ with a nomad population of up to two million birds.
We will have lunch and then proceed for an afternoon game drive at the Lake Nakuru National Park, which covers 180 sq km. The park is home to Warthogs, Waterbuck, Buffaloes, Reedbucks, and the occasional Leopard. White and black rhinos were introduced to the park some years ago and you may find white rhino at the southern end. The park has also retained its reputation as an ornithologists’ delight with more than 400 species of bird found here. Dinner and overnight stay at Atua Enkop Camp / Flamingo Hill Camp.
DAY 3: Nakuru - Maasai Mara
After breakfast, exit L.Nakuru National Park with a game drive en route as we proceed to Narok and Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Dinner and overnight stay at Keekorok / Sopa Lodge
DAY: 4 Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, we spend a full day in search of the Cats of Mara. This Reserve forms part of the Great Mara-Serengeti Eco-system. Picnic lunch will be served at the Mara River Hippo Point where Hippos and Crocodiles can be viewed basking at the river bed. On clear days, the Mara offers fantastic orange tinted sunsets and you will definitely want to capture this moment while sipping on a sun downer back at our lodge.
The ultimate action here is without doubt the annual wildebeest exodus in July and August when millions of these grass eaters move north from the Serengeti in search of pasture before turning south again in October.
Balloon trips are an entirely outstanding way of seeing the savannah plains and the wildlife after which you come back down for a beautiful champagne breakfast. Hot air Balloon flight in Maasai Mara – US$ 465 per person.
DAY 5: Maasai Mara - Naivasha
A pre-breakfast game drive in search of more game, followed by exit off the Mara shortly after lunch heading to Naivasha to arrive late in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Naivasha Country Club / Sopa Lodge Naivasha.
DAY 6: Naivasha - Nairobi
Enjoy a full day exploring the beauty of Lake Naivasha which is famous with ornithologists. Take an optional activity involving boating across the Lake and to nearby Crescent Island.
We depart Naivasha late in the afternoon to arrive in Nairobi just before dusk.
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| CRA- K 027: 7 Nights 8 Days Samburu / Mt. Kenya / Lake Nakuru / Lake Naivasha / Maasai Mara |
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Highlights: Game and Bird Watching, Lodging, Culture, Ethnic, Scenery, Wildlife, Photography, Nature Trails, stunning views of Mt Kenya, Fishing, Boating & Island adventure, Greater / Lesser Flamingos.
DAY 1: Nairobi - Samburu
Depart Nairobi early in the morning by road to Samburu National Reserve arriving at the Samburu Lodge / Samburu Serena Lodge in time for lunch. These lodges are situated on the fertile banks of Uaso Nyiro River in the middle of Samburu Game Reserve in Kenya's rugged, semi arid Northern Province. The lodge echoes the robust rhythms of riverfront life where crocodiles feed in full view. After lunch, game drive until sunset in the reserve where the large stock of antelopes has attracted many lions and leopards. The Reticulated Giraffe and Grevy Zebra, rather rare in other parks, are here quite common, as well as the long necked Gerenuk. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Serena / Samburu Lodge.
DAY 2: Samburu
After breakfast, we spend a full day in search of wildlife and birds in wild beauty of Samburu land visiting nearby Buffalo Springs and Shaba circuits. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Serena / Samburu Lodge.
DAY 3: Samburu - Mt Kenya
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Mount Kenya National Park arriving at our mountain lodge in time for lunch. Located at 7200 FT (2195M) on the slopes of the snow-capped Mt. Kenya, Serena Mountain Lodge is the most luxurious tree lodge in Kenya. At dusk the dense tropical rain forest comes alive with myriad sounds of creatures of various descriptions. The Elephant, Rhino, several species of Antelopes including the Bongo and occasionally, both Leopard and the Lion are visitors at the illuminated water hole. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Lodge.
DAY 4: Mt Kenya - Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. This Park is world famous for its stunning flocks of lesser flamingoes which turns its shores pink. The park is also home to Warthogs, Waterbuck, Buffaloes, Reedbucks, and the occasional Leopard. White and black Rhinos were introduced to the park some years ago and you may find white rhino at the southern end. The park has also retained its reputation as an ornithologists’ delight with more than 400 species of bird found here. Dinner and overnight stay at Atua Enkop Camp / Flamingo Hill Camp.
DAY 5: Lake Nakuru - Lake Naivasha
Take a pre-breakfast game drive in search of Leopard and Rhino returning to the lodge for breakfast. Check-out after breakfast and proceed to Lake Naivasha Bird Sanctuary arriving at Lake Naivasha Country Club in time for lunch. Lake Naivasha Country Club, sited in 55 acres of lakeside gardens, began life in the 1930's as papyrus thatched chalets. Lake Naivasha is one of the Great Rift Valley's jewels, reflecting the tranquil beauty of an African sky and the surrounding mountains is temporarily distorted as flocks of graceful flamingos and pink-backed pelicans settle on the water. Relax after lunch at the hotel and have chance to enjoy the hotel facilities and optional activities on offer. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Country Club.
DAY 6: Lake Naivasha - Maasai Mara
Depart after early breakfast and continue to Maasai Mara Game Reserve arriving at our lodge in time for lunch. Later proceed for an afternoon game drive until sunset in search of the Big Five. Dinner and overnight at Keekorok Lodge / Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Serena Lodge.
DAY 7: Maasai Mara
Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives across the plains and close encounter with Elephants, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Giraffe, African birds, Hippo, Crocodile, Vultures, African birds of prey, Wildebeest, Hyena. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Keekorok Lodge / Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Serena Lodge.
DAY 8: Maasai Mara - Nairobi
Take a pre-breakfast game drive in search of more game before returning at our lodge for breakfast and check out for our journey back to Nairobi.
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| CRA-K 028: 6 Nights 7 Days Tsavo East / Tsavo West / Amboseli |
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Highlights: Game and Bird Watching, Lodge, Luxurious Tented Camp, Culture, Ethnic, Scenery, Wildlife, Photography, Rhino Sanctuary, Mzima Springs, Chyulu Hills, Shetani Lava, Lugard Falls, Mudanda Rock, Picnic sites, Chaimu Rock and Ngulia Hills.
Tsavo is Kenya's largest safari destination and one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries in the world!
On safari in Tsavo you'll see large herds of Red-soiled Elephants caused by the thin red dust found in Tsavo. There are interesting geographical features in Tsavo, including the Lugard Falls and the Mzima Springs, where an underwater observatory allows you to view the Hippos, Crocodiles and other marine life. Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the western horizon and is a spectacular sight from across the plains.
DAY 1: Nairobi - Tsavo East
We pick you up from your hotel with a tour briefing before we drive to Tsavo East National Park. Game drive enroute to the lodge. Check-in at the lodge where lunch will be served. Afternoon game drives, dinner and overnight stay at Voi Safari Lodge.
DAY 2: Tsavo East
Full day in the park with early morning and late evening game drives. Meals will be provided at the lodge with an option of picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight stay at Voi Safari Lodge.
DAY 3: Tsavo East - Tsavo West
After breakfast, depart for Tsavo West National Park. One of the main attractions of Tsavo West is Mzima Springs which are favorite haunts of the fish, hippo and crocodile that can be seen from an underwater observation chamber. Afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight stay at Kilaguni Serena Lodge / Ngulia Lodge.
DAY 4: Tsavo West
We spend full day in the park with early morning and late evening game drives and nature trails. Tsavo West covers a wide variety of landscapes, from swamps and natural springs to rocky peaks, extinct volcanic cones and rolling plains. Dinner and overnight stay at Kilaguni Serena Lodge / Ngulia Lodge.
DAY 5: Tsavo West - Amboseli
After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park across the lava flow arriving in time for lunch. A rest before an afternoon game drive enables you to explore this park set so picturesquely at the foot of Africa's highest mountain Mt Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight stay at Amboseli Serena Lodge / Oltukai Lodge.
DAY 6: Amboseli
We spend full day in the park with early morning and late evening game drives. One of the main attractions of Amboseli is the vast herds of Elephant within the park. Dinner and overnight stay at Amboseli Serena Lodge / Oltukai Lodge.
DAY 7: Amboseli - Nairobi
After breakfast depart for Nairobi with lunch en-route arriving in the afternoon hours.
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| CRA- K 029: 4 Nights 5 Days Naivasha / Nakuru / Maasai Mara |
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Highlights: Game and Bird Watching, Lodging, Culture, Ethnic, Scenery, Wildlife, Boat Ride, Photography, Island Adventure, Great and Lesser Flamingos, Cultural experience.
DAY 1: Nairobi – Naivasha
Our representative will pick you from your hotel and brief you on the safari before proceeding to the Naivasha.
Enjoy the boat ride with a view of Hippos and different species of birds. Whilst not a National park or Reserve itself, the Lake Naivasha Basin holds two small National Parks, both of which are well worth a visit. Excellent bird watching, a large population of Hippo, good fishing and a wide range of superb hotels, camps and lodges make Lake Naivasha a favored spot for weekend breaks. Lunch, dinner and overnight stay at Lake Naivasha Country Club / L. Naivasha Sopa Resort.
DAY 2: Naivasha – Nakuru
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. This Park is world famous for its stunning flocks of lesser flamingoes which turns its shores pink. The park is also home to Warthogs, Waterbuck, Buffaloes, Reedbucks, and the occasional Leopard. White and black Rhinos were introduced to the park some years ago and you may find white rhino at the southern end. The park has also retained its reputation as an ornithologists’ delight with more than 400 species of bird found here. Lunch, Dinner and overnight stay at Atua Enkop Camp / Flamingo Hill Camp.
DAY 3: Nakuru – Maasai Mara
Depart after early breakfast and continue to Maasai Mara Game Reserve arriving at our lodge in time for lunch. Later proceed for an afternoon game drive until sunset in search of the Big Five. Dinner and overnight at Keekorok Lodge / Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Serena Lodge.
DAY 4: Maasai Mara
Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives across the plains and close encounter with Elephants, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Giraffe, African birds, Hippo, Crocodile, Vultures, African birds of prey, Wildebeest, Hyena. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Keekorok Lodge / Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Serena Lodge.
DAY 5: Maasai Mara - Nairobi
Take a pre-breakfast game drive in search of more game before returning at our lodge for breakfast and check out for our journey back to Nairobi.
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| CRA- K 030: 10 Nights 11 days Aberdare / Lake Nakuru / Maasai Mara / Lake Naivasha / Amboseli / Tsavo West / Mombasa |
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Highlights: Game and Bird Watching, Lodging, Culture, Ethnic, Scenery, Wildlife, Photography, Boating, Island Adventure, Nature Trails, Rhino Sanctuary, Mzima Springs, Chyulu Hills, Shetani Lava, Picnic sites, Chaimu Rock, Ngulia Hills, Pristine Beaches.
This tour combines Kenya’s twin attractions- the safari and beach experience.
You begin at the Aberdares where you find icy rivers, spectacular waterfalls, rain forests, and an abundance of wildlife.
On to Lake Nakuru, the flamingo belted lake and bird haven. Its also is an important refuge for endangered species.
You then head to Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous and finest game sanctuary.
Through Naivasha, drive south to Amboseli, at the foothills of Africa’s highest peaks. Amboseli is renowned for its huge Elephant herds.
You end up at Mombasa enjoying activities at the beach and the leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast.
DAY 1: Nairobi - Aberdares
Our representative will pick you from your hotel and brief you on the safari before proceeding to the Aberdare National Park. From Nairobi, we take a 2.5 hour drive to the Outspan hotel passing through the industrial town of Thika and the intensely cultivated farms of the central Kenya. Lunch will be served at Outspan hotel before being transferred to the Treetops lodge, one of the two famous tree hotels in the Aberdares National Park. Nocturnal game viewing is the highlight of the tree lodges such that the guests are at liberty to request to be notified in the event that a rare animal turns up at the waterhole. Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, Leopard and Bushbuck are regular visitors.
You can take pleasure in the safety and comfort of observation lounges, which allow you to photograph the territorial charge of Rhino, protective matriarch Elephant and bounding Bushbuck. A pride of Lions have on more than one occasion made a meal of some poor unfortunate warthog to the fascinated horror of Treetops guests. Rooms are either single or twin with shared bathroom facilities however, private on suite bathrooms are available on request. Dinner and overnight at The Treetops Lodge
DAY 2: Aberdares - Nakuru
After breakfast at Treetops lodge, transfer back to the Outspan hotel. Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park to arrive in time for lunch at the lodge.
This Park is world famous for its stunning flocks of lesser flamingoes which turns its shores pink. The park is also home to Warthogs, Waterbuck, Buffaloes, Reedbucks, and the occasional Leopard. White and black Rhinos were introduced to the park some years ago and you may find white rhino at the southern end. The park has also retained its reputation as an ornithologists’ delight with more than 400 species of bird found here. Dinner and overnight at the Atua Enkop Camp / Flamingo Hill Camp.
DAY 3: Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara
After breakfast, exit L.Nakuru National Park with a game drive en route as we proceed to Narok and Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Later proceed for an afternoon game drive until sunset in search of the Big Five. Dinner and overnight stay at Keekorok / Sopa Lodge
DAY 4: Maasai Mara
After an early breakfast, we spend a full day in search of the Cats of Mara. This Reserve forms part of the Great Mara-Serengeti Eco-system. Picnic lunch will be served at the Mara River Hippo Point where Hippos and Crocodiles can be viewed basking at the river bed. On clear days, the Mara offers fantastic orange tinted sunsets and you will definitely want to capture this moment while sipping on a sun downer back at our lodge.
The ultimate action here is without doubt the annual wildebeest exodus in July and August when millions of these grass eaters move north from the Serengeti in search of pasture before turning south again in October.
Balloon trips are an entirely outstanding way of seeing the savannah plains and the wildlife after which you come back down for a beautiful champagne breakfast. Hot air Balloon flight in Maasai Mara – US$ 465 per person.
DAY 5: Maasai Mara - Naivasha
After breakfast, exit Maasai Mara and proceed to Naivasha to arrive in time for lunch. The afternoon can be spent at own leisure or engage in optional activities found at this Lake region. Activities include but not limited to: Birding, Boat rides, guided nature walks to Crescent Island, visit to nearby Flower farms. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Naivasha Country Club / Sopa Lodge Naivasha.
DAY 6: Naivasha - Amboseli
After breakfast, Check-out and commence a drive to Amboseli National Park to arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. An evening game drive will complete this full day and allow you to see and experience the wilds of Africa in its natural state. Dinner and overnight stay at Ol-Tukai / Amboseli Serena Lodge /Amboseli Sopa Lodge
DAY 7: Amboseli
Full day in the Reserve with morning and late evening game drives. Mount Kilimanjaro will provide a beautiful backdrop. A visit to a Maasai Manyatta will enrich your cultural experience with the local people who are known to co-exist with the wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Lodge (Ol-Tukai / Amboseli Serena Lodge /Amboseli Sopa Lodge)
DAY 8: Amboseli - Tsavo West
After breakfast, drive to Tsavo West National Park to arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. An afternoon game drive will follow suit until dusk. Attractions at the Park include: Elephants, Crocodiles, Vervet monkeys, Antelope, Baboons, Giraffes, Hippos, and Lions among other game. Tsavo you'll see large herds of Red-soiled Elephants caused by the thin red dust found in Tsavo. There are interesting geographical features in Tsavo, including the Shetani Lava, Mzima Springs where an underwater observatory allows you to view the Hippos, Crocodiles and other marine life. Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the western horizon and is a spectacular sight from across the plains. Dinner and overnight stay at Kilaguni Serena Lodge / Ngulia Lodge.
DAY 9: Tsavo West - Mombasa
After breakfast, exit Tsavo West National Park with game drive en route. Proceed to Mombasa to arrive in the early afternoon. You will be transferred to a luxurious beach hotel.. Dinner and overnight stay at Travellers Beach Hotel / Nyali Beach Hotel / Mombasa Serena Beach Hotel
DAY 10 & 11: Mombasa
Spend the days enjoying activities at the finest beach of Mombasa and leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast.
DAY 12: Mombasa - Nairobi
After breakfast you will be free (depending on flight booking) to check out. You will be transferred to Mombasa Airport for flight back to Nairobi.
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| CRA- K 031: 24 Days Best of Racers - Pride of Kenya Highlights |
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Highlights: Game and Bird Watching, Lodging, Ethnic, Scenery, Wildlife, Photography, Boating, Island Adventure, Hot springs, Geysers, Natural Spa, Great and Lesser Flamingos, Cultural experience, Nature Trails, Rhino Sanctuary, Mzima Springs, Chyulu Hills, Shetani Lava, Picnic sites, Chaimu Rock, Ngulia Hills, Pristine Beaches, Archipelago.
This tour combines Kenya’s best attractions. We begin our safari from Nairobi to Samburu on to the foot hills of Mt Kenya and Meru National Park where you find icy rivers, spectacular waterfalls, rain forests, and an abundance of wildlife.
On to Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria and Baringo the flamingo belted lakes and bird haven. These Lakes are important refuge for endangered species. We then head to Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous and finest game sanctuary.
Through Naivasha another Great Rift Valley Jewel, drive south to Amboseli at the foothills of Africa’s highest peak. Amboseli is renowned for its huge Elephant herds, bird life and wildlife. We drive further to Tsavo West and East the largest National Park in Kenya famous for unique Sceneries not to mention the largest record of Herds of Huge-Tusked Elephants.
We proceed on to Mombasa enjoying activities at the beach and the leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast. We end up at Lamu Island with more activities such as Scuba diving, big game fishing, and sailing among other leisure activities.
DAY 1: Nairobi - Samburu
Depart Nairobi early in the morning by road to Samburu National Reserve arriving at the Samburu Lodge / Samburu Serena Lodge in time for lunch. These lodges are situated on the fertile banks of Uaso Nyiro River in the middle of Samburu Game Reserve in Kenya's rugged, semi arid Northern Province. The lodge echoes the robust rhythms of riverfront life where crocodiles feed in full view. After lunch, game drive until sunset in the reserve where the large stock of antelopes has attracted many lions and leopards. The Reticulated Giraffe and Grevy Zebra, rather rare in other parks, are here quite common, as well as the long necked Gerenuk. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Serena / Samburu Lodge.
DAY 2: Samburu
After breakfast, we spend a full day in search of wildlife and birds in wild beauty of Samburu land visiting nearby Buffalo Springs and Shaba circuits. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Serena / Samburu Lodge.
DAY 3: Samburu - Meru
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Mount Kenya National Park arriving at our mountain lodge in time for lunch. Located at 7200 FT (2195M) on the slopes of the snow-capped Mt. Kenya, Serena Mountain Lodge is the most luxurious tree lodge in Kenya. At dusk the dense tropical rain forest comes alive with myriad sounds of creatures of various descriptions. The Elephant, Rhino, several species of Antelopes including the Bongo and occasionally, both Leopard and the Lion are visitors at the illuminated water hole. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Lodge.
DAY 4: Meru
After an early breakfast, we spend a full day in the Park. Activities include day & night game drives, guided walks, bush meals, sundowners, river excursions, fishing and massage. This untamed wilderness is renowned for its Elephant herds, rare northern endemic species with fantastic flora and fauna. We will also be in search of big Cats and the elusive Rhinos in the nearby sanctuary Elsa's Kopje. Dinner and overnight stay at the Elsa Kopje Lodge.
DAY 5: Meru - Mt Kenya
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Mount Kenya National Park arriving at our mountain lodge in time for lunch. Located at 7200 FT (2195M) on the slopes of the snow-capped Mt. Kenya, Serena Mountain Lodge is the most luxurious tree lodge in Kenya. At dusk the dense tropical rain forest comes alive with myriad sounds of creatures of various descriptions. The Elephant, Rhino, several species of Antelopes including the Bongo and occasionally, both Leopard and the Lion are visitors at the illuminated water hole. Dinner and overnight at Serena Mountain Lodge.
DAY 6: Mt Kenya - Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. En route we pass via Nyahururu Falls formerly Thompson Falls and enjoy lunch at the Thompson Falls Lodge. We later proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park which is world famous for its stunning flocks of lesser flamingoes which turns its shores pink. The park is also home to Warthogs, Waterbuck, Buffaloes, Reedbucks, and the occasional Leopard. White and black Rhinos were introduced to the park some years ago and you may find white rhino at the southern end. The park has also retained its reputation as an ornithologists’ delight with more than 400 species of bird found here. Dinner and overnight stay at Atua Enkop Camp / Flamingo Hill Camp.
DAY 7: Lake Nakuru - Lake Baringo via Bogoria
Take a pre-breakfast game drive in search of Leopard and Rhino returning to the lodge for breakfast. Check-out after breakfast and proceed to Lake Baringo via Lake Bogoria National Reserve. This reserve hosts numerous attractions such as hot springs, geysers, natural spa and the Lake itself is known to host over a million migratory flamingoes and other bird species. After lunch, proceed to Lake Baringo another famous bird sanctuary. Spend the afternoon at own leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Baringo Club
DAY 8: Baringo
After breakfast, we spend a full day exploring the attractions of this Bird Sanctuary. Boat & Island adventures, Cultural visits, Trekking to nearby Njemps village are some of the tourist activities that we partake. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Baringo Club
DAY 9: Baringo – Maasai Mara
Depart after early breakfast and continue to Maasai Mara Game Reserve arriving at our lodge in time for lunch. Later proceed for an afternoon game drive until sunset in search of the Big Five. Dinner and overnight at Keekorok Lodge / Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Serena Lodge.
DAY 10: Maasai Mara
We spend full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives across the plains and close encounter with Elephants, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Giraffe, African birds, Hippo, Crocodile, Vultures, African birds of prey, Wildebeest, Hyena. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Keekorok Lodge / Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Serena Lodge.
DAY 11: Maasai Mara - Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha a bird watching sanctuary arriving in time for lunch. Lake Naivasha is one of the Great Rift Valley's jewels, whilst not a National park or Reserve itself, the Lake Naivasha Basin holds two small National Parks, both of which are well worth a visit. Excellent bird watching, a large population of Hippo, good fishing and a wide range of superb hotels, camps and lodges make Lake Naivasha a favored spot for weekend breaks. Relax after lunch at the hotel and have chance to enjoy other optional activities on offer. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Country Club /Great Rift Valley Lodge
DAY 12: Lake Naivasha - Amboseli
After breakfast, Check-out and commence a drive to Amboseli National Park to arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. An evening game drive will complete this full day and allow you to see and experience the wilds of Africa in its natural state. Dinner and overnight stay at Ol-Tukai / Amboseli Serena Lodge /Amboseli Sopa Lodge
DAY 13: Amboseli
Full day in the Reserve with morning and late evening game drives. Mount Kilimanjaro will provide a beautiful backdrop. A visit to a Maasai Manyatta will enrich your cultural experience with the local people who are known to co-exist with the wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Lodge (Ol-Tukai / Amboseli Serena Lodge /Amboseli Sopa Lodge
DAY 14: Amboseli - Tsavo West
After breakfast, drive to Tsavo West National Park to arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. An afternoon game drive will follow suit until dusk. Attractions at the Park include: Elephants, Crocodiles, Vervet monkeys, Antelope, Baboons, Giraffes, Hippos, and Lions among other game. You'll also see large herds of Red-soiled Elephants caused by the thin red dust found in Tsavo. There are interesting geographical features in Tsavo, including the Shetani Lava, Mzima Springs where an underwater observatory allows you to view the Hippos, Crocodiles and other marine life. Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the western horizon and is a spectacular sight from across the plains. Dinner and overnight stay at Kilaguni Serena Lodge / Ngulia Lodge.
DAY 15: Tsavo West
We spend full day in the park with early morning and late evening game drives and nature trails. Tsavo West covers a wide variety of landscapes, from swamps and natural springs to rocky peaks, extinct volcanic cones and rolling plains. Dinner and overnight stay at Kilaguni Serena Lodge / Ngulia Lodge.
DAY 16: Tsavo West - Tsavo East
After breakfast, exit Tsavo West National Park and drive to the nearby Tsavo East National Park. Spend the day exploring the attractions of the largest Park in Kenya. Lunch, Dinner and overnight stay at Voi Safari Lodge.
DAY 17: Tsavo East - Mombasa
After breakfast, exit Tsavo East National Park with game drive en route. Proceed to Mombasa to arrive in the early afternoon. You will be transferred to a luxurious beach hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Travellers Beach Hotel / Nyali Beach Hotel / Mombasa Serena Beach Hotel
DAY 18 & 19: Mombasa
Spend the days enjoying activities at the finest beach of Mombasa and leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast. Dinner and overnight stay at Travellers Beach Hotel / Nyali Beach Hotel / Mombasa Serena Beach Hotel
DAY 20: Mombasa - Lamu
After breakfast, we fly to Manda Island & cross by boat to Lamu Island. Overnight at Peponi Inn
DAY 21: Lamu Island
Explore Lamu Stone Town with a tour of its fantastic architecture and exotic history or enjoy the beach and azure waters around you. Whether you choose to investigate the myriad life forms of near by Kinyika Rock or Manda Toto, to test the winds aboard a windsurfer in the channel, visit the ancient, haunting and abandoned fortress town of Manda, mingle with our friendly neighbors in Kipanguni village or delight in the unexpected exotic delights of Lamu old town, you can never go wrong with this Archipelago. Overnight at Peponi Inn
DAY 22: Lamu - Kipungani Island
Spend the morning walking along the beautiful white beach or explore the winding, friendly streets of Shela town. Transfer to Kipungani to settle in before a romantic sunset Dhow Cruise. Dinner and overnight stay at Kipungani Explorer /Kiwayu Safari Village
DAY 23: Kipungani Island
Sited luxuriously on an infinity-edged beach on the south-eastern tip of Lamu Island, Kipanguni is ideally sited for you to use as a base to explore the enchantments of this hidden and ancient island culture. Explore this secluded haven or just laze in the shade.
Dinner and overnight stay at Kipungani Explorer /Kiwayu Safari Village
DAY 24: Lamu – Nairobi
After a rewarding cocktail of wild, bush and beach experience, you will be free (depending on flight booking) to check out for your transfer to the Manda Airstrip for flight back to Nairobi.
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