Compare Treasures of Kenya by Hayes & Jarvis Limited vs 8-day best of Kenya Safari by Ker & Downey Africa
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| Duration | 7 days | 8 days |
| Price From | Check price | $ 6,768 |
| Price Per Day | Check price | $ 846 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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The Treasures of Kenya safari provides a luxurious standard of accommodation in unique camps and lodges that make up the Atua Enkop Collection. Strategically located in and around key National Parks and Reserves, the Atua Enkop Collection of camps and lodges offer a great range of activities and game drives to ensure fantastic game viewing with the chance to spot the 'Big Five' and more. You can add on a beach stay afterwards on the Kenyan Coast or on the nearby islands of Zanzibar & Pemba off Tanzania |
This 8-day trip combines two of Kenya's gems, Lake Nakuru & the Mara. Witness thousands of flamingoes, thousands of wildebeests, and abundant other wildlife in this journey. Whether you are a bird lover, wildlife photographer or just a seasoned safari-goer, this trip gives you the best of Kenya. You will also get to see Pride Rock where the famous Lion King Movie was made. |
Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Elephant Bedroom Camp or similar
Upon arrival into Kenya's bustling capital Nairobi, you will be met by your driver/guide and then depart for the Samburu National Reserve at approximately 08h00. Heading north, you'll pass Thika and continue through some breathtaking scenery dotted with rushing mountain streams and fields of tea and coffee. After Nanyuki town, you'll continue north and eventually reach a dusty outpost known as Isiolo, the last major stop on the journey into the remote northern frontier district. From here, it's a fairly short hop to Samburu. Arrive at your camp in time for lunch before departing for an afternoon game drive; returning to the camp as the sun sets.
Day 2: Samburu National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Accommodation: Elephant Bedroom Camp or similar
An early morning game drive is followed by breakfast and time to relax by the river's bank. After lunch, there will be a further game drive and a sundowner before returning to the camp.
Day 3: Samburu National Park to Great Rift Valley
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Accommodation: Mbweha Camp or similar
Leaving Samburu behind, you'll travel south through Isiolo, crossing the northen most foothills of Mount Kenya, until you get to the town of Nanyuki. Here, you'll head west to Nyahururu, still known to many as Thomson's Falls for its 237-foot cascade. Now travel in a southerly direction to Lake Nakuru, arriving at your camp in time for lunch. After lunch, enjoy an escorted walk on the grounds of the camp.
Day 4: Great Rift Valley
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Accommodation: Mbweha Camp or similar
After breakfast, depart with a picnic lunch for a full day game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, returning to the camp as the sun sets.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Accommodation: Tipilikwani Mara Camp or similar
After an early breakfast, you head for Njoro town, where you begin your ascent up over the top of the Mau Escarpment. Then, heading due south, travel towards Narok, the gateway to the Masai Mara and district headquarters of this part of Masailand. You'll travel across the 'breadbasket' of Kenya, covered with acres of wheat and barley, before you reach the Mara in time for lunch. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the famous Masai Mara National Reserve, before returning to the camp as the sun sets.
Day 6: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Accommodation: Tipilikwani Mara Camp or similar
Early morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara.
Day 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve to Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Please call one of our experts to discuss your accommodation choices
Again, after an early breakfast, you'll depart the Masai Mara and head across acres of rolling wheat and barley farms to Narok, the district headquarters of this part of Masailand. From here cross the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley whilst keeping an eye out for herds of giraffe and gazelle before heading up the rift escarpment on a road built by Italian prisoners during World War II. You'll arrive into Kenya's bustling capital around mid day. On arrival in Nairobi, you will be dropped of at a city centre hotel or the airport for yoru onward connection.
Day 1: Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyetta International Airport, our representative will collect you and transfer you to your hotel. This is the perfect start of your 8 days Kenya safari as you unwind after a long-haul flight. You'll spend the night at Palacina, an oasis of peace and calm in the bustling city of Nairobi.
Days 2 to 3: Nakuru
Your guide will collect you and take you to your next stop, Lake Nakuru. Here you will not only enjoy game drives but also make a stop at the famous 'Pride Rock'. You will visit Hell's Gate gorge and the Elephant Graveyard (all part of the Lion King movie). Journey through this park as you witness dramatic landscapes and wildlife.
Perched at the top of a 100-meter high rock face sits Lake Nakuru's newest and smartest addition, The Cliff, a 10 room luxury camp opened in June 2018. While 'luxury camp' is the simplest description, in reality, The Cliff location inside the park defies conventional labels, being a combination of a safari lodge, tented camp and a boutique hotel. It is constructed and furnished in a contemporary European style.
Activities And Services
The Cliff Restuarant
Days 4 to 6: Masai Mara
Following Lake Nakuru, you will head to the famous Masai Mara, one of the homes to the wildebeest migration. With an authentic safari experience, superb cuisine, a well-stocked cellar, sparkling pool and your private viewing deck, Sand River Masai Mara offers a winning combination.
Activities And Services
Game drives
Sundowners
Bush Meals
Swimming
Cultural Village or School Visit
Day 7: End Of Itinerary
Embark on your journey back to the airport. From here you can explore Tanzania or one of Kenya's beaches.
