6 Days Amboseli Lake Naivasha & Maasai Mara Safari

Day Itinerary

Rising early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summit, we set off for another stimulating game drive.

Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from Giraffes to

Baboons. (Optional visit to a Masai village is planned after breakfast)

Maasai warriors are famously known as the proud nomadic tribe whose legendary prowess in battle and singlehanded acts of bravery in fights with the wild animals are known across the world. A visit reveals the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.

Midday finds us at our lodge for lunch and afternoon rest, followed by another extensive game drive.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch Tea and Coffee Included

Naivasha

Located in the beautiful Kenya Rift Valley basin, Naivasha is a compact market town northwest of Nairobi, best known as a stopping point for spellbinding Lake Naivasha. Aspiring wildlife photographers and nature lovers will marvel at Lake Naivasha and its abundance of wondrous wildlife. Here visitors can spot wallowing hippo pods, clouds of vibrant birdlife, zebra and various other game. The nearby Lake Oloiden and Oserian Wildlife Sanctuary are great spots for those passionate about wild wonders. Shopping in the bustling town ensures unique souvenirs for mementoes as well as restaurants offering delicious local dishes with every taste in mind. Accommodations ranging from lodges to bed and breakfasts provide great conveniences for travellers looking to explore the area.

Day Itinerary

After breakfast depart for Naivasha arriving at Lake Naivasha fresh-water lake via the Great Rift Valley escarpment.by

Take a boat ride to the Crescent Island for a unique walk with the wildlife do some sport activities such as hiking, walking, biking and/ or game viewing.

After the walk, board the boat back to the mainland for a sumptuous lunch at the lakeside resorts.

After lunch proceed to hells gate Your guide will assist you to hire a good bike for the hells gate bike ride. Hells gate guided walking safari start immediately from the gate in the company of an experienced guide. (bike ride is optional)

Overnight:Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

Naivasha is a Masai name given to the area, denoting the characteristics of the lake.

21 cottages are built in a crescent shape, and each has four rooms, totaling 80 standard rooms and Two suites. Two of these rooms are suitable for the physically challenged. Six of the 21 cottages have interconnecting rooms on the ground floor.

Rock gardens feature vibrantly coloured flowers, which give a beautiful contrast to the greenery of the wellmanicured lawns. Monkeys play on the lawns and different species of birds chip in the trees. Pathways wind between the open lawns and frangipanis, with aloes and proteas growing in abundance. The acacia trees are plentiful in this area and provide welcome shade. The stone exterior walls of the cottages are carried into the rooms. Ground-floor rooms have two queen-size beds and a sunken living room at the front, which opens out on to the beautifully manicured lawns.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch Tea and Coffee Included

Masai Mara

The Masai Mara together with Tanzania’s Serengeti form Africa’s most famous wildlife park, the Masai Mara National Reserve. The image of acacia trees dotting endless grass plains epitomises Africa for many, then add a Maasai warrior and some cattle to the picture and the conversation need go no further. The undeniable highlight of the Masai Mara National Reserve is undoubtedly the annual wildebeest migration traversing the vast plains of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara. It is known as the largest mass movement of land mammals on the planet – with more than a million animals following the rains. Large prides of lions, herds of elephants, as well as giraffes, gazelles and eland can also be spotted in the reserve. Aside from horse riding safaris and traditional vehicle safaris, hot-air ballooning over the Mara plains has become almost essential.

Day Itinerary

After early breakfast proceed to Maasai Mara. The Game Reserve offers wonderful scenery and plenty of game. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch.

After lunch you can freshen up and set off for an evening game drive through Maasai Mara National Reserve in search of big cats

Overnight: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Located on the slopes of Oloolaimitia Hills, this is one of the first lodges to be built in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Guests are drawn to the ethnic design of this Lodge, which itself is surrounded by a landscape rich in flora, from wild olive, bitter aloe vera, croton and Mexican trees.

The Lodge has 50 round buildings , each with two rooms. Eight of the 50 cottages have interconnecting rooms. The honeymoon suite is situated at the top of the property providing an uninterrupted view. This very spacious suite has a king-size bed, a shower and a sunken bath. A spacious verandah is perfect to watch the sunset or enjoy private meals. There are 12 suites, each with a large living area, spacious bedroom with either one lking size bed or two queen-size beds, mosquito nets, en-suite bathroom with shower, coffee table with chairs and a mini-bar on request . The standard rooms equally have a choice of one king size bed or two queen size beds with mosquito nets and ensuite bathrooms with shower. Each has a verandah with two safari chairs.

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch Tea and Coffee Included

Day Itinerary

After breakfast, you will leave for a full day game drives in the Masai Mara Game Reserve with your packed lunch.

You have good chances to see most of the Big Five. These include Lions, Elephants, Buffalo, Leopard and

Rhino. Have your lunch at the picnic site in the heart of Mara. After lunch you continue with your game drives.

You can have time for optional activities such as Masai village visits and nature walks in the evening (your Driver guide will organize upon request).

Basis

Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch Tea and Coffee Included

Day Itinerary

On this day after breakfast check out and Proceed back to Nairobi arriving late in the afternoon.

Drop off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Basis

Bed and Breakfast