The largest stock of animals in Africa is in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Shaba Game Reserve is home to lions, leopards, the rare and unusual reticulated giraffe, not to mention hundreds of types of birds and other animals. Nakuru National Park is the paradise of birds and the home of rhinos. This tour ends off in the amazing Ol Pejeta Wildlife Conservancy that has over 190+ rhinos and is the only reserve where one can see the very rare Northern White Rhino. Ol Pejeta also boasts some of the best wildlife experiences with the Chimpanzee Sanctuary as well as the big five all available on this private conservancy. Experience in a week the fascinating world of Africa’s animals.
Departure: Nairobi
Return:Nairobi
Departure Time: Weekly on Tuesday -early morning.
Duration: 7 Nights
Arrive in the capital city of Nairobi and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at The Nairobi Sarova Panafric Hotel
Drive past the extinct volcano of Mt. Longonot and Suswa into the homelands of the Maasai. The Masai Mara constitutes the northern stretch of the Serengeti and has the richest concentration of animals in Kenya. In the afternoon, you have the opportunity to observe the unique world of the Masai Mara. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sarova Camp or similar (FB)
You spend the full day on game drives through the tremendous fauna of the Masai Mara searching for the “Big Five”: (Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Lion and Leopard). Dinner and overnight at Mara Sarova Camp or similar (FB)
Your journey takes you straight to Lake Nakuru, which is known for its sensational flamingos and pelicans. The park also boasts over 30 rhinos as well as a large population of leopards. After lunch in Lion Hill Lodge enjoy an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar (FB)
Drive across the Great Rift Valley and then past Mount Kenya to Shaba Game Reserve. This reserve is situated in the dry area of Northern Kenya, where the nomad tribes, the Samburus, the Rendilles and the Boran live. After lunch you will encounter the amazing landscape of the Samburu Game Reserve. Dinner and overnight at Sarova Shaba Lodge or similar (FB)
Full day game drives in this beautiful area known for its greve zebras and the gerenuk gazelles. You then take a game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro river, the only source of water for this dry park. Dinner and overnight in Sarova Shaba Lodge or similar (FB)
After breakfast depart and drive past Mt. Kenya towards Nanyuki. Enter Ol Pejeta Conservancy for game drive on route to Sweetwaters Tented Camp. Lunch followed by afternoon game drive and visit to Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Overnight at Sweetwaters Tented Camp (FB)
Transfer to Nairobi in the morning to connect end your safari or connect another Southern Cross Safaris itinerary.
Mara Sarova Camp
The rolling plains around the camp are teeming with wildebeest, gazelles and zebras during the migration months, and the camp is situated right in the center of their migration path. A wildlife safari puts you right in the middle of all this action. Get a first-hand account of this epic phenomenon and live to tell the tale. A safari also helps you acquaint yourself with the landscapes of this beautiful African setting.
By virtue of its location and layout, the camp offers an unparalleled plethora of activities and experiences from luxury tented living to bird-watching, mini golf, sport fishing and a unique insight into the Maasai culture at the adjoining Maasai village.
Lion Hill Lodge
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is nestled along the Lion Hill overlooking the spectacular flamingo pink rimmed Lake Nakuru. Its location affords panoramic views of the lake and the picturesque Lake Nakuru National Park. A short two-hour drive from Nairobi, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is a favourite with residents and visitors to Kenya.
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is cleverly laid out in such a way that most rooms and sitting areas afford stunning views of the lake and the park. The Lodge incorporates natural landscaping with tall acacia trees, winding walkways and greens dotted with bird feeds.
Sweetwaters Tented Camp
Embrace the awe-inspiring natural beauty of your surroundings, and set the stage for a visit you won’t soon forget. Located within the sprawling Ol Pejeta Conservancy, one of Kenya’s most noteworthy conservancies and home to the ‘Big Five’ (elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo and leopard), Sweetwaters Serena Camp offers a holiday experience unlike any other.
