12 Ra Private Mid-Range Safari and Cultural Tour mai Nairobi i Kenya

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

I muri i te parakuihi moata i te 7:00, ka tikina koe e to taraiwa/arataki ka peia tata ki te ono haora ki Samburu National Reserve.

Full Day Safari in Samburu National Reserve

Me whakapau te ra katoa ki Samburu Game Reserve me nga taraiwa o te ata me te ahiahi.

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After an early breakfast, visit Samburu Village before departing for Marsabit, home of the Gabra, Rendille, and Borana tribes. Arrive at your lodge for lunch, then enjoy an afternoon game drive in Marsabit National Park, famous for Ahmed, the Great Tusker, once protected by presidential decree. Explore forested mountains, crater lakes, and abundant wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, zebras, kudus, and various antelopes before returning for dinner and overnight.

Marsabit National Park ki Loiyangalani mā Kalacha

After breakfast, depart for Loiyangalani with a packed lunch en route, arriving late afternoon. Loiyangalani, meaning “a place of many trees,” is located on Lake Turkana’s southeastern coast. The town is home to the Turkana people and nearby El Molo communities. Twelve ethnic groups gather here annually for the Lake Turkana Festival. Experience cultural presentations, traditional dances, arts, crafts, and learn about the local communities amid the striking landscapes of northern Kenya.

Loiyangalani Exploration

Me whakapau te ra ki te tirotiro i nga hapori o te rohe, te taunekeneke me nga kainoho, me te whakaahua i o raatau ahurea hihiri.

Loiyangalani to South Horr

After breakfast, visit Turkana Village and possibly one more nearby tribe. Depart for South Horr, arriving at your camp in time for lunch. Spend the afternoon at leisure or visit a local village to learn about community life. Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of this remote region, observing the unique landscapes and connecting with local cultures. Return to the camp for a relaxed evening with dinner and overnight stay, preparing for the next leg of your northern Kenya adventure.

South Horr ki Maralal

After an early breakfast at 6:30 am, depart for Maralal with packed lunches, arriving late afternoon after a seven-hour drive. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in this remote town, enjoying the unique northern Kenya landscapes. Observe the surrounding hills, semi-arid plains, and local lifestyle. Evening free for relaxation at the lodge with all meals included. Overnight stay allows time to rest and prepare for the journey south toward Nakuru on the following day.

Maralal to Lake Nakuru National Park

Kia pai ki te takaro i te ata poto i te rohe o Maralal i mua i te haerenga whakatetonga ki te roto o Baringo, ka toro atu koe ki te hapori o Pokot me te ako mo o raatau tikanga.

Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara National Reserve

Begin with a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for flamingos, rhinos, and other wildlife including giraffes, buffaloes, and many bird species. Afterward, drive to Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy a short game drive, potentially spotting lions, elephants, and other wildlife. Check into your lodge for an overnight stay, relaxing in the beautiful surroundings after a day full of wildlife adventures.

Full Day Safari in Masai Mara National Reserve

Spend a full day exploring Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Witness abundant wildlife including the Big Five and, if in season, the Great Migration. The reserve offers incredible landscapes for photography. Visit a Masai village to learn about local culture, traditions, and community life. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, reflecting on a day filled with wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and the breathtaking beauty of the Mara ecosystem.

Full Day Safari in Masai Mara National Reserve

Optional early morning balloon safari across the Mara plains (US$500 per person). Enjoy breakfast at the lodge followed by morning and afternoon game drives. Observe lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, rhinos, buffaloes, and other wildlife. The Great Migration, if in season, showcases wildebeest and antelope crossing the Mara River. In the evening, visit a Masai village to engage with local traditions. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, soaking in the incredible wildlife and cultural experiences.

Masai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi

Embark on a final morning game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve to bid farewell to the wildlife. Optionally visit a Masai village for one last cultural experience. Afterward, drive back to Nairobi, arriving at the airport around 15:00 to catch your 18:00 flight. This concludes your unforgettable Kenya safari adventure, combining spectacular wildlife, vibrant cultures, and remarkable landscapes across the country, leaving you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Depature from Nairobi