BVS K 007: 4 Days Samburu-Lake Nakuru

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Drive to two of Kenya’s finest game parks, Samburu National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National park. Samburu is a beautiful and game abundant park, home to rarely found species such as the Beisa Oryx, Grevy’s zebra, blue-necked Somali ostrich and reticulated giraffe. Elephants and lions are also plentiful, and leopards are often seen. L. Nakuru National Park, home for the endangered species such as White Rhino, Rothschild Giraffe and the Columbus monkeys. 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 – Samburu Game Reserve

On Arrival, you will be met and welcomed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by our guide, after briefing, depart for Samburu Game Reserve, set in the rugged semi-arid northern region with spectacular scenic landscape. The Ewaso Nyiro River dotted with doum palms meanders through the reserve giving it an oasis setting and the Lodges are set on the banks of the river, the flora and fauna with sparkling spring water flowing and cascading throughout the lodges grounds. The Samburus are cousins of the Maasai tribe and are pastoralists. Arrive in time for lunch at the Samburu Sarova Shaba Lodge. In the afternoon depart on an exciting game-viewing drive in search of game found only north of the equator that include the long necked gerenuk, Grevy zebra, reticulated giraffe, beisa oryx and the Somali ostrich. Return to Sarova Shaba Lodge for dinner and overnight. Meal Plan: {FB}

Day 2:Full Day in Samburu Game Reserve

Full day in Samburu, with an early morning and late afternoon game drive. Samburu is a beautiful and game abundant park, home to rarely found species such as the Beisa Oryx, Grevy’s zebra, blue-necked Somali ostrich and reticulated giraffe. Optional activities include a visit to a local Samburu village, camel riding and guided nature and bird walks. All meals and overnight at the Sarova Shaba Lodge. Meal Plan: {FB}

Day 3: Samburu Game Reserve – Lake Nakuru National Park

Leave after breakfast, drive past the northern tip of the Aberdare ranges to descend into the Great Rift Valley where Lake Nakuru is located making a brief stop at Nyahururu Thomson Falls. Arrive L. Nakuru lodge in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Besides the flamingos that the lake is famous for, there are approx 400 other species of birds visiting the lake. Also, many species of game can be 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 the L. Nakuru Lodge. Meal Plan: {FB}

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park – Nairobi

After an early morning breakfast exploring different areas of this park, this is to capture the early morning actions, return to the Lodge for breakfast, check out and depart for Nairobi.

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).
  • A Visit to a Masai Village “Manyatta” is USD 20 per person Payable directly to the chief/Village Elder in the village.

Seasons

  • High Season: 16 Dec 2015 – 31 March 2016; 01 July – 15 Dec 2016
  • Mid-Season: 01 – 30 June 2016.
  • Low Season: 01 April – 31 May 2016

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