This 8 days Jewels of Kenya Safari gives you the best of Kenya for those seeking wildlife experiences. The safari starts with a visit to Lake Naivasha – afresh water lake with several bird species. A day trip to Lake Nakuru national park home to the flamingos and Pelicans and the endangered Rhinos. Exploring the Maasai Mara which is a huge expanse of breathtaking endless plains and abundant wildlife. The tour ends in Amboseli National park for the best views of the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro, world’s tallest free-standing mountain.
Day 1: Arrival to Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi for a safari exploring the magnificent Kenya. A representative of Kagera Safaris will be waiting at the airport to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.
Hemingsway / House of Waine / Palacina Suites / Fairmont the Norfolk / Giraffe Manor / The Boma
Day 2: Transfer to Lake Naivasha
Depart Nairobi this morning and transfer to Lake Naivasha arriving in time for lunch. After lunch you, have a short nature walk followed by a boat ride on lake Naivasha.
Drive time – 2 hours
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Loidia House / Chui Lodge / Enashipai Resort
Day 3: Day trip to Hells gate
Transfer to Hells gate for a day in this park with no carnivores hence famous for nature walks and cycling safaris. Take a nature walk enjoying the different wildlife and landscape. You will visit the hot geysers and breeding grounds for different wildlife. There is an option of exploring the park cycling and rock climbing.
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Loidia House / Chui Lodge / Enashipai Resort
Day 4: Transfer to Maasai Mara
Depart Lake Naivasha and drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival you will check into the lodge, have lunch and rest. Later, you will take an evening game drive in the Maasai Mara game reserve.
Drive time – 5 hours OR Schedule flight time – 45 minutes
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Bateleurs Camp / Kichwa Tembo / Mara plains camp / Little Governors / Sanctuary Olonono / Angama Mara / Zebra Plains camp
Day 5: Game drive in Maasai Mara
Spend the day on a game drive viewing Kenya’s finest wildlife. The game drives take us in search of Africa’s big five and other wildlife inhabiting this vast game reserve. You will also have an option for a cultural visit to a Maasai village. You have an option of exploring the Maasai Mara on a balloon safari.
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Bateleurs Camp / Kichwa Tembo / Mara plains camp / Little Governors / Sanctuary Olonono / Angama Mara / Zebra Plains camp
Day 6: Transfer to Amboseli National park
Take a flight from Masia Mara to Nairobi where you will be transferred by road to Amboseli National park. After short rest embark on a late afternoon tour of the park.
Drive time – 9 hours OR Schedule flight time – 35 minutes
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Ol Tukai Lodge / Tortills Camp/ Tawi Lodge / Kibo Safari Camp / Porina Amboseli Camp / Zebra Plains Camp/ Elerai Camp
Day 7: Game drive in Amboseli
Spend the day exploring the beautiful Amboseli National park. This park is known for its large elephant herds and views of the beautiful Mount Kilimanjaro across the border in Tanzania. Depending on the season of the travel – lake Amboseli might have water or be dry which affects the visibility.
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Ol Tukai Lodge / Tortills Camp/ Tawi Lodge / Kibo Safari Camp / Porina Amboseli Camp / Zebra Plains Camp/ Elerai Camp
Day 8: Transfer to Nairobi for Departure Flight
This marks the end of your safari, check out of the lodge and transfer to Nairobi for your departure flight.
Drive time – 4 hours OR Schedule flight time – 35 minutes
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