Wildlife
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Overview
Enjoy our highly curated African adventure to four of Kenya’s most impressive parks. Throughout your safari you will be enlightened while seeing more wildlife in a few weeks than you otherwise would in a lifetime. There is simply no frame of reference for how much wildlife remains in Africa. This safari is well-suited for photographers of any skill level, adventurers or anyone just seeking to see some of the world’s great nature preserves. With only four total guests in two vehicles everyone gets plenty of room in their own row.
Arriving in Nairobi on September 8, we take September 9 to rest and enjoy our conservation drift by spending the day at both the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. Beginning on September 10 our journey begins in earnest…
Samburu National Reserve
The desert environment of Samburu stands in contrast to the savannahs and jungles of our other destination. With three nights at Larsen’s Tented Camp nestled on the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro River, elephants will be likely visitors on their daily migration to water. Leopards and lions are about, you will see the endangered Grey’s zebra, gerenuks, reticulated giraffes and more in this stark landscape.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
One of the premiere private reserves in East Africa, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy is home to Fatu and Najin, the last two living Northern White Rhinos on earth. Under constant guard, we’ve arranged for you to meet them. The wildlife drives are beyond compare with lions, elephants, cape buffalo, leopards, cheetahs, rhinos all to be found in this magical place. Enjoy three wonderful nights at the Serena Sweetwaters Safari Camp.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru is a smaller park with both savannahs and lush landscapes surrounding the lake. Home to highly endangered Rothschild giraffes, both white and black rhinos, olive baboons and a panoply of birds, the short distances in Lake Nakuru allow for very relaxed wildlife viewing and shorter drives.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
We finish our trip with a full week in the Maasai Mara where we will experience first hand the vast herds of wildebeest on the Kenyan plains. You will see the famous Mara River crossing, prides of lions, herds of elephants, male giraffes sparring, leopards and cheetahs- an absolute panoply of nature.
Details
This tour requires a little walking but is not physically demanding. You will be getting in to and out of an SUV. Some of the roads are pretty bumpy. Beyond that this is a very easy trip.
We recommend that everyone wear SPF long-sleeve shirts, bring a brimmed hat and long pants. Some waterproof light hikers are nice but not necessary.
Feel free to pack light – we bring no more than two extra changes of clothes – as laundry is widely available.
Welcome to Kenya!
We will meet you upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and take you to your lodging at the Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill.
After a good night’s rest we will visit the David Sheldrick elephant orphanage in the morning and the Giraffe Centre in the afternoon.
Lodging at the Best Western Nairobi Upper Hill.
Drive to Samburu National Reserve for three nights at Larsen’s Tented Camp along the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro River.
Enjoy relaxed morning and afternoon wildlife drives.
Drive to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy for three nights at the Serena Sweetwaters.
3 days of wildlife drives and a special visit with Fatu and Nanjin, the last two living Northern White Rhinos.
Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park for two nights at the Sarova Lion Hill Lodge.
Two evening and one morning wildlife drives.
Drive to our first location in the Maasai Mara, the Mara Serena Safari Lodge, for three nights.
Three days of wildlife drives amidst one of nature’s great wildlife migrations.
Drive to your second location in the Maasai Mara, the Mara Bush Camp Private Wing for four nights
Enjoy four days of morning and afternoon wildlife drives including the wildebeest crossing the Mara River.
Fly back to Nairobi’s Wilson airport and transfer to Four Points Sheraton Airport Hotel for the use of a day room until departure later that evening.
Step 1 – Please Read Our Booking Terms and Conditions
We first recommend that you read and become familiar with our booking terms & conditions, which can be found on this page, under the PRICES box.
Step 2 – Get in Touch
Get in touch with us to confirm that there are still spaces available on the photo safari that you are interested in. Click on the “ENQUIRE NOW” button above.
STEP 3 – Complete a Booking Form
Once we have confirmed that there is space available and answered any questions, we will send you a booking form to complete. When we receive your booking form we will send you wiring instructions.
STEP 4 – Send Your Deposit
Deposits can be paid via check or wire transfer. We will notify you as soon as your deposit arrives. Places on the safari will only be confirmed once we have received both a completed booking form and deposit payment.
STEP 5 – Final Balance Payment
As soon as your booking form and deposit are with us, we will send you an electronic confirmation displaying the outstanding balance amount. This amount will be due 90 days before the start date of the safari.
STEP 6 – Final Review
After we receive your outstanding balance payment we will go over an additional visa, vaccination or other questions that you might have.
STEP 7 – Board Your Flight
Enjoy your flight. We’ll see you in Africa.
Price
Dates
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Duration
Location(s)
Kenya
Key Areas Visited
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage
Giraffe Centre
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Samburu National Reserve
Lake Nakuru National Park
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Group Size
Included
- 2 x meet & greet services
- all road transfers
- 2 nights at Best Western in Nairobi
- Entrance fees to Giraffe Centre and Elephant orphanage
- 3 nights at Ol Pajeta staying at Serena Sweetwaters Camp
- Entrance fees to see the Northern White Rhino
- 3 nights at Samburu staying at Larsen’s Tented Camp
- 2 nights at Lake Nakuru staying at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
- 3 nights in the Mara Triangle staying at Mara Serena Lodge
- 4 nights in the main Mara Reserve staying at Mara Bush Camp Private Wing
- Flight from Maasai Mara back to Nairobi
- Extra Luggage allowance for the flight
- Use of a day room at Four Points Sheraton airport hotel
- Private use of 3 x safari-equipped Toyota Landcruisers
- Water while on game drives
- Complimentary use of professional beanbags
- Experienced professional local driver/guides
- ALL MEALS are included EXCEPT those detailed in the NOT INCLUDED section below
Not Included
- International flights to Kenya
- VISA fees
- Travel & Equipment Insurance
- Lunches and dinners while staying at the Best Western in Nairobi
- Meals when in Nairobi on the final day (25th Sep)
- Drinks
- Laundry
- Tips/gratuities for your local driver/guide
- Tips/gratuities for the lodges, camps, and hotels
- Tips/gratuities for luggage porters
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