11 Days Mara / Sweetwaters

A perfect combination of some of the most diverse and interesting areas in Kenya. On this safari you will experience fertile highlands, snow capped Mount Kenya, rugged and beautiful northern Kenya, some beautiful lakes and last but not least famous Maasai Mara.

Day 1 Nairobi
On arrival at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to a hotel in Nairobi on Bed and Breakfast.

Day 2- Aberdare

After breakfast, commence your safari with a pleasant drive north to Aberdare region arriving in time for lunch at the base Hotel. Thereafter, you will be transferred to the Tree Hotel for game watching, dinner and overnight well prepared to suit you at the lodge.

Day 3 - Samburu

After breakfast you set off, arriving at your lodge at lunchtime. After a few hours of relaxation, spend the rest of the afternoon game viewing. The areas around the life-giving Uaso Nyiro River is home to the rare and beautiful species of Northern Kenya such as Grevy's zebra, Reticulated giraffe, Gerenuk gazelle and the Somali ostrich. Elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and the more common Savannah game are also abundant here.

Day 4- Samburu

Another extra day is spent in Samburu/Buffalo Springs with morning and afternoon game viewing.
Dine and stay overnight at the lodge.

Day 5 - Sweetwaters

After breakfast leave for Sweetwaters Luxury Tented Camp, set on a 22,000-acre rhino sanctuary. Apart from offering an excellent opportunity to get closer to the endangered black rhino, Sweetwaters is also home to the lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and other Savannah game.Spend the afternoon game viewing and pay a visit to the Chimpanzee sanctuary. Those interested in experiencing the bush at night have the opportunity at Sweetwaters, as it is one of the few places in Kenya offering night game viewing.Enjoy each and every moment spent with us.

Day 6 - Mount Kenya

Leave after breakfast for a short drive to Majestic Mount Kenya.With the afternoon set for  leisure.You may choose to swim in the naturally heated swimming pool or take a walk in the beautiful flower gardens. Alternatively, visit the animal orphanage at an extra fee. Dinner and overnight at the lodge are all set to suit you.

Day 7 - Lake Nakuru

Proceed  to Lake Nakuru after taking your breakfast. Game viewing in the afternoon followed by dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 8 - Lake Naivasha

Leave and drive to Lake Naivasha, one of the leading Ornithological sites in Kenya. Take a boat ride on the Lake in the afternoon. Lunch, dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 9 -Masai Mara

This drive takes you throughout The Great Rift, the longest rift in the crust of the earth to Masai Mara. You will spend two full days in this natural paradise among zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, buffalo, elephant, antelope and gazelle. You may encounter prides of lion resting in the shade of the acacia trees or lying low in the tall grass, in wait for their next prey.This is an unforgettable experience.

Day 10- Masai Mara

Enjoy game viewing before breakfast and again in the afternoon, with lunch and siesta at the lodge. In the evening, its time for a well-deserved shower and a refreshing drink before dinner.

Day 11 – Nairobi

Return to Nairobi arriving in the early afternoon. You will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight home depending on the time of departure.

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