4 DAYS | 3 NIGHTS
FEATURING KEEKOROK LODGE
Safari Overview
This is a short but extremely rewarding safari as it allows visitors to gain a firsthand experience of the Great Rift Valley and the vast game-rich plains of the Masai Mara. The Rift Valley lakes are famous for their abundance of Flamingos and other Waterfowl, while Masai Mara is home to the country’s greatest concentration of wildlife.
Running north to south through the heart of Kenya, the Great Rift Valley is home to a series of lakes which are found at various intervals – Turkana in the north, followed by Baringo, Bogoria, Nakuru, Elmentaita, Naivasha in the far south, Natron, on the border with Tanzania.
The heavily alkaline lakes such as Bogoria, Nakuru, Elmentaita and Natron are rich in blue-green algae which attracts vast flocks of greater and lesser flamingos, whilst the predominantly freshwater lakes of Turkana, Baringo and Naivasha are home to populations of hippo, crocodile and a wide range of water birds. The two lakes most commonly visited are Nakuru and Naivasha.
Rates
Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently. Please treat all pricing as a guide only:
- All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
- Single supplements may apply.
- Request a quote or speak to one of our African Safari Experts for the best, most current rates available.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1 Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve
Clients to make own way to Eka Hotel in Nairobi by 0700hrs for the safari briefing.
Travel towards Kenya’s fertile highlands and head down the rift escarpment on the road built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. On the way spot the charming chapel built at the foot of the escarpment. Pass the impressive Longonot earth satellite station as you head across the valley to Narok; continue your travels across acres of wheat and barley, before reaching the Masai Mara in time for lunch. Following lunch set off on your first game drive, returning to the lodge as the sun sets.
Overnight At Keekorok Lodge On A Full Board Basis.
Day 2 Masai Mara National Reserve
Following an early breakfast, depart on a morning game drive, returning to the camp mid-morning. After lunch, and perhaps a siesta, set off on another game drive and visit to the Masai Village, returning to the lodge as the sunsets. (It is possible to pre-book an optional early morning Balloon Safari).
Overnight At Keekorok Lodge On A Full Board Basis.
Day 3 Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru
Leaving the Masai Mara after breakfast, travel across the ‘breadbasket’ of Kenya, where acres of wheat and barley litter the landscape as you head north to Narok, the district headquarters of this part of Maasai land. Now travel across the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley, keeping an eye out for herds of Giraffe and Gazelle as you head up the Mai-Mahiu, before arriving at Lake Nakuru around midday. Once in the park, view game en route to the lodge. Following lunch and a siesta, there is an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge as the sun sets. The national park, known for its birdlife, offers a possibility to view Flamingoes. It is also home to Black and White Rhinos as well as the endangered Rothschild Giraffe.
Overnight At Lake Nakuru Lodge On A Full Board Basis.
Day 4 Lake Nakuru – Nairobi
Following an early breakfast, continue to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride. Leaving the Rift Valley behind, proceed to Nairobi, arriving late morning. Once in the city, clients will be dropped off at the drop off point in the city center for ongoing travel arrangements.
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