Compare 5 Days Kenya Safari Aberdares / The Ark / Lake Nakuru / Masai Mara by Vacay Holiday Deals vs 8-day best of Kenya Safari by Ker & Downey Africa
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| Duration | 5 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 910 | $ 6,768 |
| Price Per Day | $ 182 | $ 846 |
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| Trip Style | Retreats | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
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| Description |
The safari begins from Nairobi and travels to the Aberdare National Park with Mountain ranges and peaks. Animals abound in the forest: Elephant, Buffalo, Giant forest Hog and Kenya's indigenous endangered Black Rhino. The Ark is a unique tree lodge with a veranda that overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick allowing undisturbed views of wildlife visiting the waterhole. Next stop is the famous Lake Nakuru National Park and the grand finale is the world's famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. |
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 – Aberdares
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: overnight at the Ark lodge
Depart Nairobi for the Aberdares National Park. We arrive at your base hotel, the Aberdare Country Club, in time for lunch. Aberdare country club is located on the slopes of Mweiga Hill. After lunch, be transferred to the Ark Tree Lodge which is built in the shape of Noah's Ark. The Ark overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick, which attracts a host of awesome wildlife.
The Aberdare National Park animals include the Lion, Leopard, African elephant, African Hunting Dog, Giant Forest Hog, Bushbuck, Mountain Reedbuck, Waterbuck, Cape Buffalo, Suni, Side-Striped Jackal, Eland, Duikers Olive Baboon, Black and White Colobus Monkey and Sykes Monkey. Rarer sightings include those of the Golden Cat and the Bongo - an elusive forest antelope that lives in the bamboo forest.
Day 2: Aberdares - Lake Nakuru
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: overnight at the lodge
Breakfast, depart Aberdares National Park and proceed to Lake Nakuru Park, regarded by avid birders' as the greatest World ornithological spectacle on the Earth. The Park is famous for its millions of pink flamingoes lining on the lake shore.
Arrive mid morning at Lake Nakuru for a game drive en route before checking-in at your lodge for Lunch. A spectacular afternoon game drive is planned. The Park is also Sanctuary to the Black Rhino, White Rhino and the Rothschild Giraffe.
Bird life include common species like the lesser and Greater Flamingoes, African fish Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Green Wood Hoopoes, Cliff Chat, Great White and Pink Backed Pelicans plus other intra- African Migrants.
Day 3: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: overnight at the lodge
After a leisure breakfast at the lodge, depart overland to the Masai Mara Game Reserve–jewel of Kenya's Game Park.
This enormous Reserve actually part of the vast Serengeti plains is famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest migration and is a true home of the big five-Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Rhino and Cape Buffalo. After lunch, explore the Reserve on a late afternoon game drive.
Day 4: Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: overnight at the lodge.
The Masai Mara is one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Morning and afternoon game drives are planned. Large mammals are varied, abundant and easy to see.
Residents among the parks mammals are; Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Impala, Zebra, Topi, both the Thomson's and Grant's Gazelles. Optional hot Air Balloon rides are available on this day at an additional cost. On this final day in the Mara, you also have an opportunity to visit an authentic Masai village.
Day 5: Masai Mara -Nairobi
Begin today with an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at your lodge. Depart back to Nairobi. Upon arrival transfer to hotel or international airport or agreed destination ending your memorable safari with us.
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.
