Highlights of Kenya

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Highlights of Kenya

8 Days Starting and ending in Nairobi

Visiting: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Lake Elementaita, Masai Mara National Reserve

Tour operator:

Costsaver

Tour code:

AFHKZN19

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

15 - 40

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

Please Advise Request

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$3050 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 20-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Kenya with our "Highlights of Kenya" tour. This adventure-packed holiday offers a full spectrum of experiences, from thrilling full-day game drives in search of Africa's iconic wildlife, including elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and lions, to exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kenya Lake System, a paradise for bird watchers. With visits to the Amboseli National Park, the serene Lake Elementaita, and the vast Maasai Mara National Reserve, you'll have the chance to witness the Great Migration if you visit between June and October. Your journey will be complemented by stays in cherry-picked hotels and lodges, ensuring comfort after each day's adventures. Enjoy a variety of meals included, the expertise of a Travel Director or Driver Guide, and the comfort of traveling in a Toyota Landcruiser 4 X 4 safari vehicle. From the moment you arrive at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to your departure, every detail is taken care of, making this a truly hassle-free Kenyan safari experience.

Highlights

Full day game drive within the National Park in search of elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and lions
Visit this bird watchers paradise that's part of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Kenya Lake System
Full day game drive and afternoon game drive within the National Reserve. Visiting June to October, you may even get a chance to witness the Great Migration
Morning safari through Amboseli National Park with your Driver Guide in search of leopards, cheetahs and lions
Spot the lake's Great White pelicans, greater and lesser flamingos, Yellow-Billed stork, or African spoonbill at Lake Elementaita
Explore the vast expanse of the Maasai Mara National Reserve
Spot the Big 5 during a full day safari game drive in the Maasai Mara

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Nairobi

Location: Nairobi

Accommodation: Boma Inn

Accommodation Name: The Boma Inn Nairobi

Meals Included: Dinner

Receive a warm karibu (welcome) to Kenya, as you touch down at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. You’ll immediately feel the adventure of Africa when we pick you up at the airport in our 4x4 adventure-ready vehicles. We’ll make sure you’re settled at your hotel, then the rest of today is all about going pole-pole (slow). Sleep off the jet lag and ease into holiday mode before meeting up with your Costsaver Driver Guide and fellow travelers for a briefing and traditional (and tasty) dinner.

Day 2 : Nairobi Free Day

Location: Nairobi

Accommodation: Boma Inn

Accommodation Name: The Boma Inn Nairobi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is all about taking in the delights of Nairobi your way, with two optional experiences to enjoy during the day. Culture vultures will want to join the Nairobi City Tour to see must-visit sights including City Market, Parliament Buildings and the National Museum and Snake Park. In the evening, food lovers can opt to join an unforgettable trip to Africa’s “greatest eating experience” at Carnivore Restaurant. With a unique feast including delicacies such as crocodile and ostrich, it’s the perfect way to top off your day in Nairobi.

Day 3 : Nairobi - Amboseli National Park

Location: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park

Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Camp

Accommodation Name: Sentrim Amboseli Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Swapping concrete jungles for iconic views of mighty Mount Kilimanjaro and the home of the legendary Maasai, today you'll travel to Amboseli National Park. Settle in to your accommodation nestled among Amboseli's vast plains, before heading out on a safari adventure later this afternoon. Surrounded by scenes that feel like a real-life film set, the fantasy of coming to Africa will really set in and it will be all eyes peeled during your first encounters with Kenya's epic wildlife.

Day 4 : Amboseli National Park Full Day Safari Game Drive

Location: Amboseli National Park

Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Camp

Accommodation Name: Sentrim Amboseli Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In Africa, the early bird gets the best wildlife sightings. Rise before the sun to head out on a morning safari through Amboseli National Park with your Driver Guide in search of leopards, cheetahs and lions. As the sun rises, you’ll get to sit back and enjoy the ride whilst watching large herds of African elephants roaming through the park’s “salty dust” and high grasses. Enjoy a quick picnic lunch with the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro in the background, in order to make the most of the afternoon safari. Ride back to your lodge as the sun goes down for a delicious dinner and an evening swapping stories of all the animals you spotted.

Day 5 : Amboseli National Park - Lake Elementaita

Location: Amboseli National Park, Lake Elementaita

Accommodation: Elementaita Sentrim Lodge

Accommodation Name: Elementaita Sentrim Lodge Lake Elementaita

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Another day, another blockbuster. The utterly serene UNESCO listed Lake Elementaita is guaranteed to capture your imagination today, not least because of the multitude of bird species that inhabit this area - some of which can only be found here. See if you can spot the lake’s Great White pelicans, greater and lesser flamingos, Yellow-Billed stork, or African spoonbill. If you’re a self-proclaimed twitcher or bird enthusiast, welcome to utopia.

Day 6 : Lake Elementaita - Maasai Mara

Location: Lake Elementaita, Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge

Accommodation Name: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Why not start the day your way, with a lazy breakfast and a cup of steaming coffee whilst admiring the view. We’ll wave goodbye to Lake Elementaita and cast our eyes to the vast expanse of the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Day 7 : Maasai Mara Full Day Safari Game Drive

Location: Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge

Accommodation Name: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Massai Mara – just saying the name sends shivers down our spines, and today it’s all yours to explore. Accompanied by your Driver Guide, your mission today (should you choose to accept it), is to spot the Big 5. Keeping energy levels high, you’ll tuck in to a picnic lunch whilst out in the wild, before continuing the safari adventure into the afternoon. If you’re visiting between June to October, you may even get a chance to witness the Great Migration, where vast herds of wildebeest make their annual journey across the plains. Keen to learn more about the culture and people of this ancient land? Our afternoon Optional Experience will give you the chance to visit a Maasai Village, to learn about local life and traditional customs.

What's Included

Expert Travel Director or Driver Guide

An expert Travel Director or Driver Guide to navigate your journey.
Accommodation

Cherry picked hotels and lodges, all tried and trusted, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Meals

Many meals including daily breakfasts are included in your package.
Transport

Travel in comfort with a Toyota Landcruiser 4 X 4 safari vehicle.
Airport Transfers

Airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day. Conditions apply.
Optional Experiences

A variety of Optional Experiences to customize your adventure.
Choice Optional Experiences

An extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences to tailor your trip.

What's Not Included

International Airfare

International airfare to and from your destination is not included.
Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.

Mode of Transport

Comfortable Toyota Landcruiser 4 X 4 safari vehicle.

Accommodation

Cherry picked hotels and lodges, all tried and trusted.

Check out our Q&As

What is the ending location of the tour?

The tour ends in Nairobi.
Are airport transfers included?

Yes, airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day. Conditions apply.
What is the pick-up time for the tour?

The pick-up time for the tour is on arrival.
What type of accommodation is provided?

The tour provides cherry-picked hotels and lodges, all tried and trusted, ensuring a comfortable stay.
What type of transportation is used on the tour?

The tour uses a comfortable Toyota Landcruiser 4 X 4 safari vehicle for transportation.

What are the exclusions of the tour?

Exclusions of the tour include international airfare to and from your destination and travel insurance.
What is the drop-off time on the last day of the tour?

The drop-off time on the last day of the tour is after breakfast.
What are some highlights of the tour?

Some highlights of the tour include a full day game drive within the National Park in search of elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and lions, a visit to a bird watchers paradise that's part of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Kenya Lake System, a full day game drive and afternoon game drive within the National Reserve with a chance to witness the Great Migration from June to October, and a variety of Optional Experiences.
What countries will I visit on the Highlights of Kenya tour?

You will visit Kenya on the Highlights of Kenya tour.
Are meals included in the tour?

Yes, many meals including daily breakfasts are included in your package.
What is the pick-up location for the tour?

The pick-up location for the tour is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
What is the starting location of the tour?

The tour starts in Nairobi.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.

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Saturday - Saturday

Aug 24, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024

~~$4175~~ $3758 (USD)