Kenya: A Classic Safari

ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA

Nairobi, Kenya

Welcome to Africa! Arrive this evening, check in to your hotel, and prepare for your safari adventure!

NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL

NAIROBI–MOUNT KENYA–SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Mount Kenya Safari Club, Kenya

Today, depart Nairobi to begin your search for the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. First, stop at the famed Mount Kenya Safari Club for lunch and stunning views of Mount Kenya

Samburu, Kenya

After lunch, continue to Samburu National Reserve, known for its arid landscape and unique wildlife. Due to the dry climate, grasses are sparse, making animals easier to spot. Meanwhile, the Ewaso Ng’iro River, which borders the reserve, provides a year-round water supply. These two factors make for a great game-viewing experience. During your afternoon game drive, you have the chance to see rare animals you will not see in other parts of the country. Commonly referred to as the Samburu “Special 5,” this includes Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx, and the gerenuk, a long-necked antelope that feeds while standing on its hind feet.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SAROVA SHABA GAME LODGE

SAMBURU

Samburu, Kenya

Today, enjoy morning & afternoon game drives. In addition to the Samburu “Special 5,” the reserve is home to an abundance of other species. Large numbers of elephant and Nile crocodile can be seen, as well as waterbuck, Kirk’s dik-dik, and Grant’s gazelle. Where there is prey, predators can be found, so lion and leopard are often spotted. The reserve is also a great place for bird watching, with over 300 species. Between game drives, there’s time to relax at your lodge.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SAROVA SHABA GAME LODGE

SAMBURU–OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY

Nanyuki, Kenya

After breakfast, travel to Ol Pejta Conservancy, the largest black rhino sanctuary in all of East Africa. After lunch, enjoy a game drive in the conservancy, including a stop at the chimp sanctuary. In partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service and the Jane Goodall Institute, the sanctuary was established to provide a long-term home for orphaned and abused chimpanzees. Here, see the chimps and learn more about their plight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SWEETWATERS SERENA CAMP

OL PEJETA–NYAHURURU FALLS–LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Nanyuki, Kenya

A final game drive in the conservancy before driving to Lake Nakuru National Park.

Lake Nakuru, Kenya

The journey takes you through the beautiful Kenyan highlands, one of the most fertile agricultural areas in all of Africa, where farmers grow crops such as corn, wheat, coffee, and tea. Stop for lunch at Aberdare Country Club en route.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SAROVA LION HILL LODGE

LAKE NAKURU

Lake Nakuru, Kenya

Today, embark on morning & afternoon game drives. The park is home to a variety of animals including giraffe, impala, Cape buffalo, flamingo, and striped hyena. This is also your best chance to see white rhino, which are commonly spotted here. Relax at your lodge between game drives.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SAROVA LION HILL LODGE

LAKE NAKURU–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Maasai Mara, Kenya

This morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. The “Mara,” as it is called by locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, generally from August to early November, the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a great food source for predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena.

After lunch at your lodge, set out on an afternoon game drive. As the sun sets, savor sundowner drinks and watch a traditional Maasai dance performance.

NOTE: The Great Migration is a natural event, and the arrival/departure of the migrating herds varies slightly year to year.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

MAASAI MARA

Maasai Mara, Kenya

Rise early for a morning game drive. Be sure to watch for elephant, rhino, giraffe, topi, hyena, and much more. Afterward, a special bush breakfast has been arranged for you. Sip on a mimosa as you savor every moment of the memorable experience! Return to your camp and relax prior to your afternoon game drive.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SAROVA MARA CAMP

MAASAI MARA–NAIROBI–DEPARTURE

Nairobi, Kenya

Today, fly back to Nairobi, where your tour ends. We have reserved a day room at the Ole Sereni Hotel for you to use prior to your homebound flight. Book homebound flights after 5 pm.

Breakfast

• Consult your physician for the latest health requirements for travel to Kenya. All game viewing is done at your own risk. You will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to travel.
• We do not recommend this vacation to people with serious back problems, as it can be quite rough on some roads and game park trails in Kenya.
• Due to limited capacity on safari vehicles and flights, your suitcase must be soft-sided and cannot exceed 33 lbs including hand luggage.
• Some minor changes in your daily itinerary may be expected due to wildlife migrations and viewing.
• Small-Group Discovery departures never allow more than 20 travelers, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the destination and local culture
• ALL guests must carefully verify the existing identification requirements for their particular travel situation DIRECTLY WITH THEIR LOCAL CONSULATES OR EMBASSIES or with a visa service, as these requirements may change. Guests without proper documentation may be denied entry and will not be entitled to a refund

• 60-22 days prior to commencement of services: 20% of total price*
• 21-8 days prior to commencement of services: 30% of total price*
• 7-1 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price*
• On departure day and later: 100% of total price*
• *Total price does not include any Instant Purchase Air or Instant Purchase Air service fees, which are non-refundable after 24 hours from purchase. Intra-vacation air is non-refundable after final payment.
• Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
• In many instances, airline revision or change fees can be up to $300, but in some instances may be up to 100% of the ticket price. Cancellation penalties will be quoted at time of cancellation.
• All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
• The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

• Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
• All prices are in US Dollars.
• A $250 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted theseall Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
• Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date. The payment policy may vary for group reservations.
• Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation and/or for intra-vacation air, as specified in the itinerary (“air-inclusive vacations”). Air-inclusive vacation pricing is guaranteed upon receipt of full land plus air deposit or land deposit plus full airfare price, depending on type of airfare purchased (Flex-Air or Instant Purchase Air).
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