Kenya Wildlife and Photographic Trip (The WILD SIDE OF KENYA)

Trip starts and ends in Nairobi

Duration:-  15 Days, 14 Nights 

Locations : Nairobi City | Tsavo West National Park | Amboseli National Park | Mt. Kenya – Olpejeta Conservancy | Samburu National Reserve |Aberdares National Park | Lake Nakuru National Park | Maasai Mara National Park

It’s an amazing adventure trip to the wild side of Kenya, starting in Nairobi with a visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe Centre, where you will learn about their conservation work. Enhance your wildlife experience with a full-day excursion to Nairobi National Park, a unique wilderness reserve providing an unforgettable blend of urban and natural landscapes. Proceed to Tsavo West National Park, a picturesque sanctuary with abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, bird lovers, and nature photographers.

Next, head to Amboseli National Park, world-famous for the majestic views of Mt. Kilimanjaro forming the backdrop of the park. Immerse yourself in thrilling game drives alongside swamps, offering intimate encounters with elephants and other wildlife. Afterwards, travel to the sprawling plains of Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the biggest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, and discover the legendary wildlife on exclusive game-viewing drives.

Further north lies the semi-arid and rugged terrain of Samburu Game Reserve, a diverse wilderness and a haven to spot some of Africa’s unique species: the Reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk, Beisa oryx, and the Somali ostrich. Return to Aberdares National Park to enjoy overnight game viewing at the Ark.

Journeying down to the Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru awaits, famous for its prolific birdlife, including flamingoes, and home to the Rothschild giraffe and rhino. It serves as an ideal stop as you cross the country from north to south. Finally, conclude your safari in the Masai Mara, home of the big five and host to the awesome spectacle known as The Great Migration, which generally occurs between July and October. Immerse yourself in the diverse landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and rich biodiversity that characterize each destination, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Kenya’s wild wonders.

Trip Highlights

    • David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust: Immerse yourself in the compassionate world of wildlife conservation at David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, dedicated to rehabilitating orphaned baby elephants.

    • Giraffe Center – AFEW: Engage with the Giraffe Center, known as AFEW, contributing to Rothschild’s giraffe conservation and offering intimate encounters with these elegant creatures.

    • Karen Blixen Museum – Out of Africa: Step into the romanticized world of Karen Blixen at the museum, made famous by the movie “Out of Africa,” providing a glimpse into the author’s fascinating life.

    • Mzima Springs in Tsavo West: Discover the natural wonder of Mzima Springs in Tsavo West, a serene oasis where crystal-clear waters showcase aquatic life amidst lush surroundings.

    • Magnificent Views of Mount Kilimanjaro: Marvel at the breathtaking vistas of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, creating a stunning backdrop to your journey.

    • Amboseli National Park – Huge Elephant Herds: Visit Amboseli National Park and witness the spectacle of huge elephant herds against the awe-inspiring landscapes.

    • Chimpanzee Sanctuary Visit: Explore the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, gaining insights into the lives of these intelligent primates and supporting conservation efforts.

    • Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Black Rhino Sanctuary: Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, dedicated to the conservation of these magnificent creatures.

    • Special Samburu Five: Encounter the Special Samburu Five—reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa Oryx, Gerenuk, and the Somali Ostrich—in the unique Samburu region.

    • Annual Wildebeest Migration: Witness the spectacular annual wildebeest migration, a natural phenomenon marked by vast herds traversing the Masai Mara.

Optional Experiences

    • Hot Air Balloon Safari in Masai Mara: Elevate your experience with an optional hot air balloon safari over the plains of Masai Mara, providing a breathtaking perspective of the wildlife.

    • Visit a Local Maasai Village: Immerse yourself in the rich Maasai culture with a visit to a local village, fostering intercultural connections and understanding.

    • Night Game Drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Experience the thrill of a night game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, revealing the mysteries of nocturnal wildlife.

    • Lion Tracking in Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Participate in the unique opportunity to track lions in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, contributing to conservation efforts.

    • Visit the Two Remaining Northern White Rhinos: Witness the last two remaining northern white rhinos, gaining insights into the challenges faced by this endangered species.

    • Meet Baraka the Black Rhino in Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Connect with Baraka, the black rhino, in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, fostering a personal connection with these majestic creatures.

    • Horseback Safari in Soysambu Conservancy: Explore the landscapes on a horseback safari in Soysambu Conservancy, adding a unique dimension to your wildlife experience.

    • Sundowner Cocktail in Elementeita Serena Camp: Conclude your day with a touch of luxury—a private evening sundowner cocktail in the serene ambiance of Elementeita Serena Camp.

TRIP ITINERARY

Karibu Kenya (welcome to Kenya). On arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta international Airport and after clearing with the customs and immigration department, you will be met by a representative of the untouched wilderness trips and transfer you to Nairobi Serena Hotel.

Overnight stay at Nairobi Serena BB.

After breakfast start your vacation by departing for a full day excursion in Nairobi and visit the nairobi National park, Visit the giraffe center (AFEW) well known for their conservation efforts of the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe, David Sheldrick wildlife trust is famed for the orphaned baby elephants. Lunch will be served at the carnivore restaraunt.

Overnight stay at Nairobi Serena BB.

Early breakfast is served, followed by check out and safari briefing by a representative of the untouched wilderness trips and thereafter the trip departs by road to Tsavo west National Park. Tsavo West National Park is famous for its large population of the red elephants, endangered wildlife that include the black rhino, the hunting dogs, hunters heartbeat and over 500 different bird species. Arrival will be a good time for check in and lunch. Later after a short break proceed for an afternoon game drive returning to your lodge by sunset.

Dinner and overnight stay at kilaguni Serena safari Lodge. FB

The next full day is spent exploring and discovering the park with its beautiful scenery and landscapes including Mt Kilimanjaro that can be seen from a distance. Also a must to visit is the mzima springs where hippos, crocodiles and fish can be seen from the glass built bunker under crystal clear water filtered from chyulu hills gashing below lava. Other places to visit are the shetani lava flows, the roaring rocks not to forget the five sister hills.

Dinner and overnight stay at kilaguni Serena safari Lodge. FB

After breakfast the trip departs for Amboseli National Park. Arrival in amboseli national park will be a good time for check in and lunch. After a short break, embark for an afternoon game drive returning to your lodge by sunset.

Dinner and overnight stay at Amboseli Serena Safari lodge. FB.

Morning tea and coffee is served followed by an early morning game drive returning for breakfast. After breakfast relax by the pool or proceed for a midmorning game drive returning for lunch and there after Siesta depart for an evening. Amboseli is famous for its swamps and the big herds of elephants together with the majestic views of Mt Kilimanjaro the highest mountain in Africa (19341 ft) and the world’s free standing mountain that form the backdrop of Amboseli national park. There is plenty of game ranging from wildebeest, zebras, gazelle, hippo, lion and cheetah and the bird life is prolific with over 360 different species. Return to your lodge by sunset.

Dinner and overnight stay at Amboseli Serena Safari lodge. FB.

Travelers enjoy a sumptuous breakfast, check out and depart for Ol pejeta conservancy with picnic lunches. Drive past Nairobi city heading north east with a stop along the way for lunch. Arrival at Ol pejeta conservancy will be in the late afternoon with a game drive en-route to Sweetwaters camp for check in. The Conservancy boasts the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa; in 2013, it reached a population milestone of 100 black rhino. It also houses the two remaining northern white rhino in the world. The Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary is situated here which provides a haven for orphaned, abandoned, and rescued chimpanzees. It is the only place in Kenya where chimpanzees can be seen. The Conservancy is host to the “Big five game” animals among a large selection of other African animals, which makes it a popular safari destination.

Dinner and overnight stay at Serena sweetwaters camp. FB.

 

Breakfast is served followed by a morning game drive with a visit to the chimpanzee and the rhino sanctuary returning to the camp for lunch. After lunch relax by the pool before proceeding for an evening game drive returning to the camp by sunset.

Dinner and overnight stay at Serena sweetwaters camp. FB.

Breakfast is served followed by a departure for Samburu national reserve. Arrival will be in good time for check in and lunch at Elephant Bedroom Camp. Samburu national reserve is located on a semi arid area and is famous for its rugged landscape, unique wildlife i.e reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, beisa oryx, the long necked gerenuk and the Somali ostrich that are rarely found in other places. After lunch and probably after Siesta, proceed for an afternoon game drive returning to your camp by sunset.

Dinner and overnight stay at Elephant Bedroom Camp. FB.

Early morning tea or coffee is served and thereafter proceed for an early morning game drive returning for breakfast. After breakfast, proceed for a mid-morning game drive to visit a local Samburu village before returning to the camp for lunch. After lunch, relax by the pool before going for an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge or camp as the sun sets.

Dinner and overnight stay at Elephant Bedroom Camp. FB.

Travelers have breakfast followed by check out and the trip departs for Aberdares National Park arriving at Aberdare Country club in time for lunch. After lunch, travelers are transferred to the Ark Lodge for overnight game viewing. On this day travelers are advised to park a small hand luggage or a small overnight bag for the Ark Lodge then the big luggage can be stored at the Aberdare Country club.

Dinner and overnight stay at The Ark Lodge. FB.

Breakfast is served, check out and drive back to Aberdare Country Club to pick your luggage and depart for Lake Nakuru national park. This is a four and half to five hours drive with a stop at equator and Thompsons falls famous for its 237 ft cascade. From here drive to the floor of the Great rift Valley arriving at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge for check in and lunch. After lunch and probably siesta, proceed for an evening game drive returning to the lodge as the sun sets. This spectacular park is famous for the flamingos, the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe and its black rhino’s sanctuary not to mention over 450 different birds species.

Dinner and overnight stay at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge. FB.

Early breakfast is served, check out and drive to masai Mara national reserve, driving along the floor of the Great rift Valley. Later drive up the escarpment through the wheat and barley farms stopping in Narok for a quick stop. Arrival in the masai Mara will be timely for check in, lunch and after Siesta depart for an evening game drive returning to the camp by sunset.

Dinner and overnight stay at Mara Serena Safari Lodge. FB.

After an early breakfast depart for a full day game drive with picnic lunches to explore the magic of the rolling plains of the masai Mara National reserve famous for the annual wildebeest migration, one of the “seven wonders of the world” it is native to the Mara River in Kenya. The masai Mara is home to the big five (lion, elephant, leopard, Buffalo and the rhino) plus plenty of other plains game, not to mention of the over 400 different bird species found there. NOTE: While in the masai Mara you can opt to do a hot air Balloon safari or visit a local masai village.

Dinner and overnight stay at Mara Serena Safari Lodge FB.

Breakfast is served, check out and depart for Nairobi arriving by afternoon and check in at Nairobi Serena Hotel – Nairobi for day room. Later, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta international Airport for your onward arrangements.

Cost of trip

 

Note

High Season: 01st July 2024 – 31st October 2024, 23rd December 2024 – 02nd January 2025.

Low season: 01st April 2024 – 30th June 2024.

Mid season: 03rd January 2024 – 31st March 2024, 01st November 2024 – 22nd December 2024

*SRS:  Single Room Supplement

INCLUDES

  • All accommodations and meals as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Full day excursion in Nairobi National Park, visit to David Sheldrick wildlife trust to see orphaned baby elephants, Later giraffe center and a visit to Karen Blixen museum with lunch at the Carnivore Restraunt.
  • Excursions and activities as specified in the itinerary.
  • Arrival and departure Airport transfers to and from hotels as indicated in your itinerary.
  • Services of a professional English speaking driver guide.
  • All applicable Game Park entrance fees
  • All game viewing drives as specified in the itinerary.
  • Guaranteed window seats with pop up roof for easy game viewing and easy photography.
  • Safari vehicles carry cold water for road trips.
  • Membership in Flying Doctors Society – (Emergency air rescue).
  • Internet access where applicable.

EXCLUDES 

  • International airfare & flight tickets.
  • Excess baggage fee.
  • Kenya Visa Fee.
  • Personal expenses such travel insurance, communication charges that include emails, faxes and phone calls.
  • Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages.
  • Laundry charges.
  • Optional activities provided by hotels/lodges/camps.
  • Optional Hot Air Ballooning (cost per person about 450 US Dollars).
  • Tips and gratuities to hotel/camp/lodge staff and driver guide.
  • All statutory increase beyond our control.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Tsavo West

Tsavo West National Park is located in the Coast Province of Kenya. The park covers an area of 9,065 square kilometres.

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

The Samburu National Reserve is a game reserve on the banks of the Ewaso Ng'iro river in Kenya. On the other side of the river is the Buffalo Springs National Reserve.

AMBOSELLI NATIONAL PARK

Crowned by Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, the Amboseli National Parks is one of Kenya's most popular parks.

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