8-Days Grassland Plains & Plateau
Day 1: Nairobi
Met on arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and transferred to Tamarind Tree Hotel for Overnight. Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel.
Day 2: Samburu National Reserve
Depart Nairobi at 07.30hrs by road and enjoy a fascinating drive North through constantly changing landscapes to Samburu, arriving in time for lunch. The Uaso Nyiro river, Samburu’s life support system, attracts plenty of wildlife as it meanders slowly through Acacia trees and Doum palms. Evening game drive at Buffalo Springs Reserve. Dinner and overnight at the Samburu Intrepids Camp
Day 3: Samburu National Reserve
Morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. After lunch proceed on a late afternoon game-drive. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Intrepids Camp
Day 4: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast drive South through the rugged Laikipia plateau to Ol Pejeta conservancy, home to the famous Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Sanctuary checking into our camp in time for lunch. Thereafter we proceed on an exciting game drive where we can be able to spot lions, elephants, buffalos and even leopards if we are lucky! Later visit the Chimpanzee sanctuary. Dinner and overnight at Serena Sweet waters Camp.
Day 5: Naivasha
After breakfast drive to Lake Naivasha arriving in time for lunch/check in. Lake Naivasha is a freshwater Lake found on the floor of the East African Rift Valley. Birdlife is particularly abundant (over 460 species). It is a breeding ground for cormorants all year round. You might see pelicans and spoonbills perched on the dead trees and almost certainly the fish eagle. Lunch will be at the resort. In the afternoon enjoy a boat ride and a walking safari at the crescent Island. Dinner and overnight at your resort.
Day 6: Masai Mara Reserve
After breakfast we depart for the famous Masai Mara. The trip is varied and gives a new and excellent impression of the savannah part of Kenya’s landscapes.
The change from the Rift Valley’s well-cultivated and lush areas to the often somewhat drier savanna area is significant. From the Maasai’s colorful, busy and dusty “capital” Narok, you immediately feel that you are in Masailand. The tribesmen are regularly seen along the road with their cattle and goats and savannah landscapes announce their arrival.
Arrive at your lodge/camp in time for lunch and check in. In the afternoon enjoy an enthralling game-viewing drive. Spotting lions, cheetahs and other spectacular predators is the highlight of your day. Dinner and overnight at your Lodge/camp
Day 7: Masai Mara
After breakfast, proceed on a full-day game-viewing drive-in search for the myriad species of game that make this reserve their home. If you are lucky, you can witness the kill in action, moment by moment, right in front of your unbelieving eyes! After picnic lunches at one of the designated sites proceed for another exciting game drive, where you can expect to see the famous ‘Big 5’. Dinner and overnight at your lodge/camp
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Rise before dawn for a spectacular Hot Air Balloon ride followed by a bubbly bush breakfast (optional at extra cost). OR proceed for an early morning game drive. Return to the Camp for lunch then later, set out on a late afternoon game spotting safari in the reserve and the opportunity to spot Africa’s ‘Big Five’ – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. Overnight at the lodge/Camp
Day 8: End of Itinerary
After breakfast drive back to Nairobi – Kenya’s colourful capital city. Your drive back to Nairobi is approximately 06 hours and arrival proceed on last minute shopping and thereafter lunch at the serene Karen Blixen Coffee Gardens. Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International airport for your onward flight back home or proceed with an optional extension to Diani/Zanzibar/Uganda/Rwanda/Tanzania – Please consult your planner for further information.
INCLUDED IN THE RATES
- Accommodation as stated above
- All game drives as per itinerary using 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
- All park entrance fees as per itinerary (Note different charges for camps in the reserve & Camps in Conservancies based on chosen accommodation)
- Services of a qualified English-Speaking Driver Guide
- Meals as per the itinerary
- All transfers as per the detailed itinerary
- Safe mineral drinking water
- Complimentary gift
EXCLUDED IN THE RATES
- All International & Domestic Flights.
- All alcoholic & Non-alcoholic drinks during the entire stay.
- Visas, Travel & Personal accident insurance
- Laundry (unless stated), Massage and Personal expenses such as telephone calls…etc.
- Optional activities and excursions
- All tips and porterage
- Any services not mentioned in the program
- Amref evacuation medical cover
GENERAL INFORMATION (ALL TOURS)
- Park Entrance Fees is valid for 24hrs in the Conservancies and 12 hrs in the reserve
- Flying doctors Cover (included) within East Africa (Covers Emergency evacuation to Nairobi only. Hospital Bills will be direct
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Maximum allowed singles per booking is 03 singles
- Maximum luggage allowance on scheduled flights 15kgs per person
- Easter Supplement on 18th – 21st April 2025 is US$ 45 per person sharing per night
- Christmas Supplement on 24/25/26/31 Dec & 01st Jan US$ 50 per person sharing per night
- Accommodation based on the standard room (max 02 Adults sharing with 01 Child under 12 years)
- Accommodation of similar standard may be offered depending on availability at the time of confirmation
- TOOAE reserves the right to change the programming in accordance to prevailing weather conditions.
LIST OF OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES AND COST
- Entry to Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage – USD 20
- Entry to Giraffe Centre – USD 20 per person
- Half day use of safari Land cruiser in Nairobi – USD 200 per vehicle (Minivan US$ 100)
- Full day use of Land cruiser in Nairobi – USD 250 per vehicle. (Minivan US$ 170)
- Fly Mara Nairobi one way US$ 250.00
- Balloon flight USD 480 per person
- Bush dinner USD 65 per person
- Sun downer at Masai Mara USD 50 per person
- Masai cultural Village tour USD 30 per person
- 01 Overnight stay at Nairobi Tamarind Tree Hotel on bed & breakfast US$ 95 per person sharing per night
- 01 Overnight stay at Nairobi Karen Blixen Camp on Bed & Breakfast US$ 140 per person sharing per night
- Nairobi transfers US$ 60 per van one way
- Lunch or Dinner in Nairobi $ 35 per person
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