BVS K 011: 6 Days Masai Mara-Lake Bogoria

ABOUT

The safari features visits to Masai Mara Game Reserve, “Jewel in the crown of Kenya’s tourism industry” is known for its big wildlife concentration all the year round, the Lions, Elephants, Rhinos, Leopards and Buffalos and not forgetting the Big Cats. L. Nakuru National Park; In addition to the bird population of flamingos that carpet the lake, the Park has a fair share of wildlife including the endangered species such as black rhinos, Rothschild Giraffe and the Columbus monkeys. And finally into L.Baringo, This is another fresh water lake in the rift valley and a bird watchers paradise; it has over 460 recorded bird species and home to hippos and crocodiles. And L.Bogoria, a shallow soda lake hosting thousands of pink flamingos, a number of other birds and lesser kudu. Scalding hot springs and geysers at the southern end of the lake spurt and steam their alkaline waters. The bubbling of hot springs, hundreds of singing weaver birds and this is a bleeding ground foe over a million flamingos and feeding in the bluish water presents a rare scenic beauty.
In case of emergency, We provide 24/7 Flying Doctors emergency evacuation to the nearest hospital.
Our departures are daily, subject to minimum 2 persons booking.

TRAVEL PLAN

Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve

On Arrival, you will be met and welcomed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by our guide, after briefing, drive along the floor the Rift Valley before mounting its western rim into Masai land. Red-clad, with spears always on hand, Masai warriors tend their herds of cattle among the wildlife, commendably unmoved by the presence of large predators. Afternoon you have the first game drive in search of wildlife. Maasai Mara is probably the best-known game reserve. Dinner and overnight stay at the Mara Simba lodge. Meal Plan {FB}.

Day 2: Full day in Masai Mara Game Reserve

Take an extensive game drive into the reserve covered with rolling grasslands dotted with acacia and hazy forested hills and riverline bush where the Mara River and its tributaries meander, Maasai Mara is considered by many to be Kenya’s finest game reserve, the 1510 sq Kms of this reserve adjoin Tanzania’s well-known Serengeti, forming one eco-system. The open rolling savannah grassland of the Mara is the home of numerous wildlife species including elephant, rhino, lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena, jackal, buffalo, eland, topis, impala, gazelle, warthog and zebra, From June to September, the annual Wildebeest migration takes place when thousands of these animals sweep across the plain and seek out new grazing areas, about 1.8 million wildebeests and Zebras will be swelling the Mara plains in the Month of September, a full day game drive with picnic lunch at the hippo pool on the banks of the Mara River were the crossing of the Gnus [wildebeests] takes place while the killer crocodiles awaits. Dinner and overnight stay at the Mara Simba lodge. Meal Plan {FB}.

Day 3: : Maasai Mara Game Reserve – L. Naivasha (Hell’s gate) National Park

On this early morning after breakfast, Depart Masai Mara for Lake Naivasha, the second biggest fresh water lake in the Rift Valley. Arriving at your lodge in time for lunch, in the afternoon you have a visit to the famous Hell’s gate national park. This park is famous for its natural steaming geysers and a haven for birdwatchers. The walking/ hiking give one sense of freedom, open space and a clear view of wildlife. The cliffs are breeding grounds for vultures, Verreaux’s eagles, Augur buzzards and thousands of swifts. Over 120 species have been recorded here, or enjoy a refreshing boat cruise on the lake. This area is famous for its bird life – a breeding ground for pelicans, fish eagles, cormorants and more, proceed to the crescent island where you will have a whole afternoon guided walk safari within the many animals of the plains, it is one of the few places in all Africa where you can wander on foot among herds of zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes (No predators no fences). Lake Naivasha is another birds’ paradise. Dinner and overnight at the L. Naivasha Simba Lodge.Meal Plan {FB}.

Day 4: L. Naivasha – L.Bogoria and L.Baringo

Break early in the morning after breakfast proceed to Lake Bogoria, it is a shallow soda lake hosting thousands of pink flamingoes, a number of other birds and lesser kudu. Scalding hot springs and geysers at the southern end of the lake spurt and steam their alkaline waters. The bubbling of hot springs, hundreds of singing weaverbirds and a million flamingoes feeding in the bluish water presents a rare scenic beauty. [Another ornithological paradise]. This is one of the two fresh water lakes in the rift valley and a bird watchers paradise; it has over 460 recorded bird species and home to hippos and crocodiles. Check in for lunch at L. Baringo Country Club of which the environment has plenty of information on the area bird life. After lunch proceed for a boat ride in the lake with a resident ornithologist. Dinner and overnight at the L. Baringo Country Club. Meal Plan {FB}.

Day 5 L.Baringo – L. Nakuru National Park

Depart Lake Baringo after breakfast Arrive Lake Nakuru Park in time for lunch, an afternoon game drive. Besides the flamingos that the lake is famous for, there are approx 400 other species of birds in the lake. Also many species of game found in the park including the introduced Rothschild’s giraffe, black and white rhino, waterbuck, reedbuck, lion, buffalo, leopard, baboon and many species of plains game. Dinner and overnight at L. Nakuru Lodge. Meal Plan {FB}.

Day 6: Lake Nakuru National Park – Nairobi

Break out for an early morning pre breakfast game drive, exploring different areas of this park, this is to capture the early morning actions, return to the Lodge for breakfast, check out after breakfast at 10:30 A.m and proceed to Nairobi.

Mara Simba Lodge was conceived, not just as an overnight stop but as a safari resort, but as the ultimate lodge in Masai Mara. The emphasis is on exclusivity and comfort, the ambiance is Masai, the decor incorporating ethnic design elements from the culture of the proud tribe in which the realm of the lodge is set.

A stay at the Mara Simba Lodge offers the African Safari experience at its best.
The first-class service is matched by the excellent cuisine in the open-plan
dining area, while the free-form swimming pool can give welcome respite
from the daytime heat.

The safari costs will include:

  • All Park entrance fees in the game reserves and National Parks.
  • Experienced English driver-guide.
  • All road transportation and Game drives using custom made 4X4 Safari Minibus fitted with a two way radio communication and a pop-up roof for enhanced photography.
  • All meals as specified in our itinerary.
  • Full board Accommodation while on safari
  • Airport transfer on arrival and departure.
  • Bottled drinking water while on game drive.

The costs exclude:

  • Accommodation and meals in the beach.
  • All items of a personal nature such as tobacco; laundry; phone calls, etc
  • Tips and drinks/beverages.
  • Any Other Items not mentioned above
  • Christmas, New Year and Easter supplements.
  • Medical/Travel Insurance.
  • A hot air balloon safari in Masai Mara (USD 450 PER PERSON).

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