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Best of Kenya Safari in One Week

7 Days Best of Kenya Safari, The title of this tour says it all. In just seven days you will go from a luxury hotel in the heart of Kenya’s cosmopolitan capital, on to the undulating Savannah of the Masai Mara, before spotting birds on an alkaline lake and herds of elephants wandering across shimmering open plains.

Game viewing in the Masai Mara really is the quintessential African experience. The word Mara means “mottled” in the Masai language – a reference to the wide, rolling plains dotted with the occasional acacia or shadow from the clouds above. With such surroundings, this really is one of the best places to spot the “Big Five.” There are large prides of powerful, golden lions to be found everywhere, maybe drinking from a river or lazing in the shade. Spotting these glorious creatures hunting is also not uncommon – after all, zebras, wildebeest and other grazers occur here in mind-boggling numbers – a fact which is particularly apparent during the annual Great Migration.

A quite different yet equally stunning reserve is that of Lake Nakuru. Visitors are drawn by the reserve’s famous rhino sanctuary and the unforgettable sights of thousands of pale pink flamingos lining the lake’s shores. With other terrain, including marshland, forest and cliffs, this reserve is home to a host of other animals, such as hippos, Colobus monkeys, warthogs and vultures.

Spread across the Kenyan-Tanzanian border, with Mount Kilimanjaro brooding in the south, Amboseli National Park is a great place to watch free-ranging elephants. The relatively sparse terrain means large herds are very easy to spot, especially from Observation Hill at the south-east end of the park. From here you get spectacular views of the park, and at the base of the hill lies a swamp which draws hippos, buffaloes and of course elephants.

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Day 1: Arrival: Nairobi City

Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will transfer to the Stanley Hotel in Nairobi where you will spend the night, with your safari starting the next morning. Depending on your arrival time you can explore Nairobi or just rest up before your safari adventure. Overnight at the Sarova Stanley (BB)

Day 2: Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast you will depart from Nairobi for the Masai Mara National Reserve
You will overnight at the Sarova Mara Tented Lodge for two nights where you will be staying on a full board basis
Lunch is served on your arrival, followed by an afternoon game drive through the reserve. Return for dinner at the camp and relaxation in comfort Sarova Mara Game Camp (FB)

Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
You will be woken up early for a morning game drive in the Masai Mara and then an afternoon game drive will follow    At certain times of the year the park is the scene of the Wildebeest Migration – and timing your safari accordingly might mean that you are witness to this great wildlife spectacle. Sarova Mara Game Camp (FB)

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast you’ll be driven to Lake Nakuru in time for lunch at the Lion Hill Lodge. After lunch, you will have an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Sarova Lion Hill Lodge (FB)

Day 5: Amboseli National Park
Spend the day travelling towards Amboseli, stopping off for lunch and game viewing on the way. You will stay overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge on a full board basis. Amboseli is famous for its unforgettable views of Kilimanjaro, and an abundant population of free-ranging elephants. Amboseli Serena Lodge (FB)

Day 6: Amboseli National Park
After breakfast you will be taken on a full day game drive. Dinner and evening relaxation at the Amboseli Serena Lodge (FB)

Day 7: Departure
Depending on your schedule, there will be the opportunity for an early morning game drive.
Departure for Nairobi at your convenience

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Tour Rates / Group Price

Cost / Group Price  – Important Information

 > Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

>Maximum Number of people per car is 6

>This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older.

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged
with extra cost