Itinerary Highlights
- Kenya's wildlife-rich Great Rift Valley
- Visits to Lake Nakuru and Naivasha
- Safari in the Masaai Mara
- Supporting Responsible Tourism
What's Included
- Flights
- Accommodation Throughout
- Travel Guide
- Transfers
Craig Kaufman
Travel Specialist
This itinerary has been designed for beginner birders, who also enjoy mammals and other aspects of natural history. Most birders planning on visiting Kenya will be aware that the country has a longer checklist (about 1,100 species) than any other African country. This is thanks to an incredibly diverse spectrum of habitats, from great lakes and semi-desert expanses, to lush evergreen forests; snow-capped mountains and undulating grasslands.
The locations you'll explore during this trip have been chosen because they have a reputation for harbouring abundant birdlife as well as for offering gratifying mammal-watching opportunities, so they're suited for experienced birders and keen novices alike. One of the many magical occasions you'd be able to savour is spending time with your experienced guide observing the huge concentrations of aquatic birds from a boat on Lake Naivasha. And then there are the diverse avian communities of the savannah, woodland and grassland habitats which you'll have the chance to investigate.
Of course there will also be plenty to see for mammal watchers: a stay of three glorious nights at a comfortable tented safari camp in the Masai Mara means you'll be enjoying game drives (with emphasis on birds, of course) and exploring the savannah and undulating plains with experienced, knowledgeable and personable bush guides.
Please note: for serious birders, we're always happy to tailor specialist itineraries incorporating the better-known localities appreciated by the international birding fraternity, such as Arabuko-Sokoke Forest near Malindi; the Taita Hills and of course, the Kakamega Forest in the western part of the country.
Itinerary
Day 1 Take to the skies...
Day 2 Nairobi - Lake Naivasha/ Great Rift Valley (flight
Day 3 Lake Nakuru
Day 4 Lake Naivasha
Day 5 Light aircraft to Masai Mara National Park
Day 6 Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 7 Masai Mara
Day 8 Flight back to Nairobi Wilson and departure
Craig Kaufman
Travel Specialist
Pricing Information & Dates
31st Mar 2022
30th Jun 2022
30th Sep 2022
15th Dec 2022
Craig Kaufman
Travel Specialist
Price Includes
- Return International Flights as per the itinerary
- All airport taxes and security charges
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Transfers as specified
- Activities and excursions as specified
- All entrace fees on sightseeing tours as specified
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
Pricing Notes
Why Choose Us?
Passionate travel experts
- We've been leading wildlife travel since our first South Africa tours over 25 years ago
- Our Travel Specialists have lived in their specialist area for years
- We work with local guides to immerse you deeper in our diverse range of experiences
Personal & tailor-made
- You'll speak to your own expert who'll share their first-hand knowledge
- We'll make your itinerary seamless with 24/7 emergency contact available
- Your Travel Specialist will listen to ensure you have the best chance of seeing the wildlife you love
Responsible by nature
- We take care to actively contribute to the conservation of environments we visit
- For select countries, we make a charitable donation on your behalf when you make your booking
- We've partnered with conservation experts and NGOs to curate responsible tours
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