Compare Kenya: A Classic Safari with Nairobi by Globus vs Samburu Aberdares Nakuru Mara Naivasha Amboseli Tsavo East by Explorer Kenya Safaris
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| Duration | 10 days | 11 days |
| Price From | $ 5,069 | $ 2,775 |
| Price Per Day | $ 507 | $ 252 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Standard |
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| Description | When’s the last time you laughed like a hyena? Pack your khakis, greys, and greens and get ready for the ride of your life—or rides, rather! This classic African safari vacation packs in 10 game drives to see lion, leopard, zebra, giraffe, and countless other creatures of Kenya’s most famous national parks and wildlife reserves.Come face to face with adventure in custom-made 6-person 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles staffed by expert safari guides. Take in the best views of the “Big 5,” the Samburu “Special 5,” and every impala, ostrich, and gazelle in between—all in their natural habitats. Need to slow down and put on the brakes? Sumptuous safari lodges and comfortable tented camps, breakfast in the bush, and late day sundowner drinks present the perfect opportunities to rest near the rhinos, raise a mimosa to the monkeys, and say cheers to the cheetahs. Explore more on your Africa tour in Nairobi. Feeding endangered giraffes at the Giraffe Center, see the rare white rhino on a Safari Walk, and visiting the former home of Out of Africa author Karen Blixen are a few highlights! |
This is the best 11-day safari experience that offers the best opportunities to view wildlife in these premium parks and reserves, in addition to cultural visits and photography. The following adventure tour will take you through the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Aberdares National Park, and Tsavo East National Park. This recommended itinerary can be booked as it is however you are free to reach out to us to customize it and we will send you the best safari option to suit your requirement and budget. |
Day 1: ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA
Jambo, Kenya!Welcome to Nairobi, gateway to your dream safari. Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
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Day 2: NAIROBI
Conservation MattersGuided sightseeing starts at the Nairobi Safari Walk for an elevated adventure on raised boardwalks offering uninterrupted views of the endangered pygmy hippos, albino zebras, white rhinos, and more. Learn about the conservation efforts of the region’s diverse wildlife and habitat protection at this animal orphanage. After lunch, visit the Karen Blixen Museum, dedicated to the Danish baroness and author of the 1937 autobiography Out of Africa (later, an Academy Award winning film) illustrating her time living and operating a coffee farm in Kenya. A visit to the [LF] Giraffe Centre is followed by free time this evening.
(Breakfast,Lunch)LOCAL FAVORITETALL ORDERS Visit the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi—a non-profit organization operated by the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife, focused on saving the Rothschild giraffe. During a visit to this remarkable sanctuary, learn about this giraffe sub-species, meet them up close and feed them. Get closer on the feeding platform, and you may just get a kiss!
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Day 3: NAIROBI–SHABA NATIONAL RESERVE
Shaba SpecialDrive north out of the city to Shaba National Reserve, home to the “Special 5,” a collection of unique animals, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Start your safari adventure with an afternoon game drive.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Listen for a symphony of bird calls at the Shaba National Reserve. More than 400 recorded species including the vibrant vulturine guinea fowl and gray crowned crane reside in Shaba. Look low for the Kori bustard, the largest flying bird native to Africa.
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Day 4: SHABA
Arid AwakeningMorning and afternoon game drives plus free time at your lodge. Due to the dry climate, grasses are sparse, making animals easier to spot. The Ewaso Ng’iro River borders the reserve, providing a year-round water supply. These two factors make for a great game viewing experience! Sundowner drinks in the bush are served prior to returning to your lodge for dinner.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTSUNDOWNER DRINKS This evening, enjoy the legendary tradition of safaris with a memorable happy hour in the bush, complete with sunset views over the Ewaso Ng’iro River!
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Day 5: SHABA–OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY
Wonderful Weavers & Wildlife Sanctuaries Depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa. En route, stop at Nanyuki Spinners and Weavers, a project aimed at building sustainable livelihoods for local women through social and economic activities. After lunch, visit the [LF] Sweetwaters Chimp Sanctuary, then set out for an afternoon game drive.
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LOCAL FAVORITECONSERVATION HEROES Learn more about the plight of chimpanzees during a visit to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. In partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service and the Jane Goodall Institute, the sanctuary offers a long term home to orphaned and abused chimpanzees—a moving example of wildlife conservation for future generations.TOUR HIGHLIGHTACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT INTO THE WILD A guest favorite, Sweetwaters Serena Camp is in the heart of the conservancy with magnificent views of Mount Kenya. Globus guests enjoy tents situated directly in front of the floodlit waterhole where wildlife comes to drink day and night for a vantage point directly from your private verandah!
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Day 6: OL PEJETA–LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
High & MightyMorning game drive in Ol Pejeta. Then, journey through the beautiful Kenyan highlands, one of the most fertile agricultural areas in all of Africa to Lake Nakuru National Park. Settle in to your lodge prior to dinner and gaze at the lush landscape from your private patio or open-air lounge.
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Day 7: LAKE NAKURU
At the Water’s EdgeYour morning game drive includes an exclusive [LF] bush breakfast. Keep your eyes out for giraffe, impala, flamingo, striped hyena, and a variety of birdlife along the water’s edge. Free time at your lodge before an afternoon game drive.
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LOCAL FAVORITEBREAKFAST IN THE BUSH As part of your morning game drive, you’ll be treated to this time-honored safari experience in Africa’s unmatched landscapes, reminiscent of Africa’s early explorers. Sip mimosas as you revel in this memorable experience in the wild.
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Day 8: LAKE NAKURU–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Jewel of KenyaThis morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. “The Mara,” as it is called by locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, typically from August to early November, their population grows by almost 2 million, providing a bountiful food source for predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. After lunch at your lodge, set out on an afternoon game drive.
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Day 9: MAASAI MARA
Magical MaraMorning and afternoon game drives plus free time to relax at your camp. Be sure to watch for elephant, rhino, giraffe, topi, hyena, and much more. Tonight, a [LF] farewell dinner in the bush features a traditional Maasai dance performance.
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LOCAL FAVORITECULTURAL GEMS The Maasai people bring a history of rich culture tied to this wilderness known as the Cradle of Life. Your special farewell dinner in the bush includes a traditional Maasai dance performance celebrating an ancient culture amid the majestic wildlife who find sanctuary here. The perfect ending to a spectacular safari adventure!
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Day 10: MAASAI MARA–NAIROBI
So Long, FarewellEmbark on a final game drive before flying back to Nairobi, where a day room is reserved for your use. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm.
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Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on arrival. You will be briefed about the safari then be transferred to Nairobi Hilton Garden Inn Hotel for rest and overnight.
Day 2: Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we will travel by road across the equator from the southern to the northern hemisphere and on wards to the semi-arid region of the Samburu National Reserve. The reserve is fiercely beautiful with its arid savannahs watered by the lovely Uaso Nyiro River. Enjoy an en-route game viewing as you drive to Ashnil Samburu Camp for lunch and check-in. After lunch you will get a chance to rest a little then head out for an exciting afternoon game drive in search of the special five reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, Somali ostrich and Beisa Oryx. In the evening return to the camp for rest, dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Samburu National Reserve Full Day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast, you will start your game drive. The day will be spent in alternating pursuits of exploring in the bush and relaxation in the camp. All meals and overnight at the camp
Day 4: Samburu National Reserve – Aberdares National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Your destination today will be at Aberdares National Park. Depart after breakfast and drive to the lower slopes of the Aberdares arriving at Aberdares Country Club in time for lunch. In the afternoon we set off to Ark Lodge, perched in the forest, on the mountain slopes of the Aberdares Mountain. The lodge has four viewing decks with balconies and lounges that provide superb game viewing from the comfort of your tent. Dinner and overnight at the lodge
Day 5: Aberdares National Park – Lake Baringo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After an early breakfast at your lodge depart for Lake Baringo arriving at Tumbili Cliff Lodge for lunch. In the afternoon visit Lake Baringo for boat riding and view different species of birds. Later in the evening return to the hotel for rest, dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Lake Baringo – Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we will drive to the exotic Lake Nakuru National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley, arriving in time of lunch at Sarova Lionhill Lodge. After lunch have an exciting game drive in search of animals till late evening where you will return to the lodge for rest, dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Lake Nakuru National Park – Naivasha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up early for a morning game drive. During this time chances of spotting animals are high since the animals are still active and it’s not too high. Return to the lodge for full breakfast. After checking out leave the park as you enjoy an en-route game viewing and depart for Naivasha arriving at Naivasha Simba Lodge for lunch. In the afternoon have a boat ride into the lake then proceed to the Crescent Island Sanctuary to walk among the animals found on the island. Lunch, dinner, and overnight at the lodg
Day 8: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast depart for Amboseli National Park arriving in time for lunch. Check-in in AA Amboseli Lodge then have a brief rest. At 4:00 PM have an evening game drive and exploration of this beautiful park famous for its huge herds of elephants. Lunch, dinner and overnight at the lodge
Day 9: Amboseli National Park Full Day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early for a cup of warm African tea/coffee then head out for a morning game drive. This is the best time to see the snowcapped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro and spot animals since it’s not too hot and the animals are still active. Return to the lodge for freshening and have a sumptuous breakfast served in buffet style. Afterwards collect your picnic lunch boxes and leave the lodge for a full day game drive in search of animals till evening where you will return to the lodge for rest, dinner and overnight.
Day 10: Amboseli National Park – Tsavo East National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, leave the park and proceed to Tsavo East National Park. Arrive at Ashnil Aruba Lodge for check-in and lunch. After rest a little then head out for an exciting afternoon game drive in search of giraffes, zebras, gazelles, hartebeests as well as the must-see animals (BIG FIVE). In the early evening return to the lodge for rest, dinner and overnight.
Day 11: Tsavo East National Park – Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy an early morning game drive. There are interesting aspects in the open area of the park including the Yatta Plateau, one of the world’s longest lava flow plateaus. After a successful game drive return to the lodge for breakfast and thereafter proceed to Nairobi arrive there in good time for you to rest in your Nairobi Hotel or drive to the airport where our safari ends.
