Super Kenyan Safari 8D/7N (Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Sweetwaters & Samburu)

Super Kenyan Safari 8D/7N (Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Sweetwaters & Samburu)

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Super Kenyan Safari 8D/7N (Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Sweetwaters & Samburu)

8 Days Starting in Nairobi and ending in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Visiting: Samburu National Reserve, Sweetwaters Serena Camp, Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

5865

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

From: $2581

NB: Prices correct on 01-Jul-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Begin your 8-day Kenyan wildlife safari in the beautiful Samburu Game Reserve. Travel to the wild and secluded Sweetwaters Game Reserve, visit Lake Nakuru in the Great Rift Valley, and end your trip in the well-known Masai Mara in search of the ‘Big 5’.

Highlights

  • Discover over 400 bird species in Lake Nakuru

  • Feel close to nature sleeping out in the Kenyan bush

  • See the endangered black rhinos in the remote Sweetwaters

Itinerary

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Day 1: Nairobi - Samburu Game Reserve, Kenya

Location: Samburu National Reserve

Transfer from Nairobi to the Samburu Game Reserve (L/D)
In the morning, travel by road to Kenya’s northern frontier. Wild and rugged, Samburu Game Reserve is fiercely beautiful with its arid savannahs watered by the lovely Uaso Nyiro River. It is also one of Kenya’s most protected areas and home to species only found north of the Equator; from the Reticulated Giraffe to Grevy’s Zebras and Beisa Oryxes. Later, enjoy Larsens Tented Camp or Samburu Intrepids Camp, our luxurious hostelry set beneath a canopy of acacia trees along the banks of the river.
Budget Package: Overnight in the campsite.
Lodge Package:  Overnight samburu lodge  or Samburu sopa lodge or sentrim samburu lodge, ashnil samburu lodge, sarova shaba lodge

Day 2: Samburu Game Reserve, Kenya

Location: Samburu National Reserve

Game drive at Samburu Game Reserve (B/L/D)


Dawn breaks in golden bands as you start your day in the bush, scanning the river from our tent’s veranda, with a cup of steaming coffee in hand. Before the dew is off the grass, you are off in pursuit of the elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs that thrive in the reserve’s grasslands and acacia woodlands. The rest of the day is spent exploring the bush and/or relaxing in your cozy lodge/camp.


Budget Package: Overnight in the campsite.


Lodge Package: Overnight samburu lodge  or Samburu sopa lodge or sentrim samburu lodge, ashnil samburu lodge, sarova shaba lodge.

Day 3: Samburu Game Reserve– Sweetwaters Game Reserve, Kenya

Location: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Ol Pejeta Ranch and Rhino Reserve, Chimanzee Sanctuary, and waterhole (B/L/D)


Today head to the exotic Sweetwaters Tented Camp or Porini Rhino Camp in the secluded heart of Ol Pejeta Ranch and Rhino Reserve. Here, these magnificent beasts are given sanctuary from those who would take their lives to sell their horns. Here too, the Jane Goodall Institute operates a remarkable Chimpanzee Sanctuary where you meet the primates face to face. Your camp overlooks one of the busiest waterholes in the area where elephant, giraffe and myriad plains game gather. This is Africa as Teddy Roosevelt saw it years ago when he led one of the first safaris to tour Africa in comfort and splendor. Your tents at Sweetwaters or Porini Rhino Camp will remind you of this bygone era.


Budget Package: Overnight in the campsite.


Lodge Package: Overnight samburu lodge  or Samburu sopa lodge or sentrim samburu lodge, ashnil samburu lodge, sarova shaba lodge.

Day 4: Sweetwaters Game Reserve – Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Location: Lake Nakuru National Park

Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park  and game drive (B/L/D)


Travel to the exotic Lake Nakuru National Park located in the Great Rift Valley today. After lunch, an exciting game drive is planned for the afternoon. The game in this park is plentiful and the magnificent bird watching will make a devotee out of even the most reluctant. The Park is home to stunning colonies of Lesser and Greater Flamingos, which literally turn the lakeshores into a magnificent pink stretch. The bird life here is world renown and over 400 bird species exist here; White Pelicans, Plovers, Egrets and Marabou Stork. It is also one of the very few places in Africa to see the white Rhino and rare Rothschild Giraffe.


Budget Package: budget hotel in Nakuru town


Lodge Package: Lake Nakuru Lodge or nakuru sopa lodge or flamingo lodge

Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park – Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya

Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Drive to Great Rift Valley up to the Masai Mara National Reserve (B/L/D)


In the morning, drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley up to the Masai Mara National Reserve (also known as Maasai Mara). This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains, famously known for the spectacular great wildebeest migration, and is home to the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Have lunch at your lodge/camp and take a rest before departing for the afternoon game drive. The Mara Game Reserve is one of the greatest wildernesses of the world and large mammals are numerous, and easy to see. Residents among the Park are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousands of plain game including Impala, Zebra, Topi, both Thomson's and grants Gazelles.


Budget Package: Overnight in the campsite.


Lodge Package:  Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or sentrim Mara tented lodge, Mara enkorok tented lodge or Simba oryx lodge

Day 6 : Days 6 - 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya

Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Discover Masai Mara Game Reserve (2B / 2L / 2D)


The search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues during the two following days during extensive game drives. Throughout the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During your stay, you also get the opportunity to visit a village of the Maasai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals (optional). A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.


Budget Package: Overnight in the campsite.


Lodge Package: Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or sentrim Mara tented lodge, Mara enkorok tented lodge or Simba oryx lodge.

Day 7 : Days 6 - 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya

Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Discover Masai Mara Game Reserve (2B / 2L / 2D)


The search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues during the two following days during extensive game drives. Throughout the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During your stay, you also get the opportunity to visit a village of the Maasai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals (optional). A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.


Budget Package: Overnight in the campsite.


Lodge Package: Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or sentrim Mara tented lodge, Mara enkorok tented lodge or Simba oryx lodge.

Day 8: Masai Mara Game Reserve - Nairobi, Kenya

Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Check-out and transfer to Nairobi (B)


*Enjoy an early breakfast at the Camp or Lodge. Check-out of the Lodge/Camp and go on a game drive en-route to Nairobi by road.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    7 nights in camping or lodge accommodation

  • Transport

    All transfers and transport

  • Meals

    7B / 7L / 7D

  • Activities

    Game viewing activities as stated in the safari description

  • Guides

    English speaking driver/guide

  • Extras

    Park fees

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratitude

  • Travel insurance

  • Drinks

  • Items of a Personal Nature

  • Air fares, airport departure tax

  • Optional Maasai Mara Village Visit ($30 USD)

Check out our Q&As

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

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The company is exceptional. When...

Dec 10 2019

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For true explorers.

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To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

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Oct 23 2019

I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.

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  • Free Date Changes

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  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

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    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

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