7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS KENYAN CLASSIC SAFARI (USD 1800 Per Person Sharing)

Published: 09 Oct 2024

ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival in Nairobi
JAMBO – KARIBU!! It is ‘touch down’ at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Bonanza Adventures Representatives, your hosts in Kenya eagerly await your arrival in traditional African style – wet towels and bubbly. It is a tradition in Africa to present a gift as an expression of our joy and happiness – what better gift than an authentic (branded) safari hat and other safari essentials? Thereafter transfer to your hotel in Nairobi, Kenya’s colourful capital city to check in to your city hotel. The rest of the day or evening is spent at leisure.

Hotel: Tamarind Tree Hotel

Day 02: Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Embark on an exciting adventure as we kick off the day with a delightful early breakfast before heading to Amboseli National Park. This iconic destination, known for its Hollywood-worthy African landscapes, unfolds against the backdrop of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Marvel at the pink-tinged, snow-capped peak, the highest free-standing volcanic mountain globally, boasting one-fifth of Africa's ice. Immerse yourself in the enchanting scenery of rolling savannahs, where vast herds of majestic elephants roam freely, accompanied by a captivating array of wildlife, including lions, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, baboons, hippos, and wildebeests. Amboseli is not just a haven for terrestrial creatures; it's also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, boasting over 400 species of birds. Upon arrival at your chosen accommodation, indulge in a delectable lunch before embarking on an afternoon game drive in pursuit of the 'big five' and other fascinating animals. The breathtaking landscapes provide unparalleled photo opportunities, especially with the awe-inspiring view of Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting. As the day winds down, return to your lodge/camp for a sumptuous dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Hotel: Ol Tukai Lodge

Day 03: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Today you have the full day in Amboseli. Start with an early morning game drive, and return for breakfast in the hotel, after that, the rest of the morning is at leisure perhaps by the pool overlooking the majestic mountain. Enjoy lunch and some leisure time. Later that afternoon head out for yet another game viewing drive on this majestic backdrop to one of Kenya’s most spectacular displays of wildlife – lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, cheetah, buffalo, and lots of plains’ game. Return to the camp/lodge for dinner and overnight.

Hotel: Ol Tukai Lodge

Day 04: Amboseli National Park – Lake Nakuru National Park
After a sumptuous breakfast at your lodge, depart on a pleasant drive to Lake Nakuru National Park; your journey takes you down the Great Rift Valley, with its spectacular views of the valley below; with breathtaking views – the beauty of nature unfolding before you. As you cross the valley, you pass Mount Longonot, a stratovolcano located southeast of Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake set in the heart of the Great Rift Valley. Continue your journey to Lake Nakuru National Park to check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch.

This afternoon we depart on a game-viewing drive circumventing Lake Nakuru. The lake is situated in the heart of the Rift Valley and is one of Kenya’s most famous soda lakes. Some of the interesting places to visit include the baboon cliff, the lion hill and the Mau escarpment. Over 300 bird species have been recorded here. This park also provides sanctuary for the endangered Rothschild giraffe, black and white rhino, and the elusive leopard.

The scenery is breathtaking; a haven, rejuvenating the soul with the largest Euphorbia forest in Africa, and great observation points including the Lion Hill, the Honeymoon ranges, and the Bahati hills. The landscape includes areas of marsh and grasslands alternating with rocky cliffs and outcrops, stretches of acacia woodland and rock. The lake catchment is bounded by the Menengai crater to the north, the Bahati hills to the northeast, the Lion Hill ranges to the east, the Eburu crater to the south, and the Mau escarpment to the west. Enjoy dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

Hotel: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Day 05: Lake Nakuru National Park – Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast depart for Kenya’s famous Maasai Mara Game Reserve. You start the day venturing through the Great Rift Valley travelling to the northernmost extension of the Serengeti Plains and one of the richest wildlife Game Reserves, the Masai Mara. It is perhaps the only region left in Kenya where the visitor may see animals in the same super-abundance as existed a century ago. Arrive to a very warm welcome and for a late lunch at your lodge/camp. After lunch, you depart for an afternoon game-viewing drive in this vast and expansive Reserve teaming with game. Be on the lookout for the ‘big five’ Mara is famous for and the most sought after in the early 20th century when Kenya was a hunters’ paradise.

The “big five’ include the lion, Cape buffalo, the Savannah elephant, the black rhino, and the elusive leopard. The vast savannah grasslands are as far as the eye can see and are home to the awesome black-manned lion, the elusive leopard, the cheetah, the Maasai giraffes, vast herds of elephants, rhino, thundering herds of zebra, migrating wildebeest, impalas, warthogs, Thompson and Grand gazelles, topis, waterbucks and numerous other plains game. You return late in the evening to freshen up before dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.

Hotel: Sarova Mara Game Camp

Day 06: Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve
After a sumptuous breakfast, depart for a full-day adventure. Be on the lookout for the big five that Masai Mara is famous for and that may have eluded you on your previous game drives; these include the lion, the African elephant, the Cape buffalo, the leopard, and the black rhino. You may even be so lucky to witness a leopard or a cheetah sprint and make a kill! You may opt to visit a traditional Maasai Manyatta (off the beaten track) and experience the culture of this world-famous community. The Masai still live as they did for centuries -interact with these nomadic people and experience their way of life as you learn about their customs and traditions. Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Hotel: Sarova Mara Game Camp

Day 07: Maasai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi
This morning enjoy your breakfast then check out. Unbelievable but true, your good bush moments have come to an end. Bid farewell to our wonderful lodge manager and his team then depart to Nairobi. Not empty-handed though, with you are photographs – a capture of the special moments you have had on this tour to immortalize the experience. Your guide driver will transfer you to the Carnivore restaurant for lunch (if time allows) and then drop you at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.

Inclusions:
Pick up and drop off at preferred location within Nairobi/JKIA
Accommodations including meals as indicated in the itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Park entry fee
English-speaking driver/guide and his allowances
Game drives as specified in the itinerary using a luxury safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
Mineral water during Safari
All government taxes and levies

Exclusions:
Tips and gratuities
We advise our client to carry their refillable water bottles since disposable plastic bottles have been banned in the park. We will provide water in the vehicle with a pump to refill your bottles, during your trip
Any other item not mentioned above

Please Note:
All the above rates are subject to change without prior notice
Rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking
Terms & Conditions apply


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