Kenya Flora and Fauna 6 Nights

This safari offers thetravelleran opportunity to view Kenya’s Flora and Fauna in a variety of settings and locations -the chance to see rare species in the wild beauty ofthe Samburu region’sArid Zone,the unique and exciting experience of observing animals at night,the amazing sight of over one million flamingoes on the famous “Pink Lake” in Lake Nakuru National Park and finally,wonder at the vast open expanse known as the Masai Mara,with its open rolling grasslands and abundance of wildlife. World renowned for its great game viewing it sustains all of the “Big Five” – Elephant,Rhino,Buffalo,Lion,Leopard as well an astonishing wealth of other plains game.

DAY ONE L.D
Leave Nairobi and drive north,climbing towards Nyeri,passing a mosaic of small farms on fertile hillsides. We cross the Equator and drive further north to the Samburu region for lunch. This is an area of wild and stark beauty with thorn scrub,volcanic rock and dramatic rocky mesas. Doum palms grow on the banks of the meandering EwasoNyiro River,which attracts the many wild animals of the region. The Samburu region is the home to many rare species of animals,such as the Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy Zebra,Beisa Oryx and the long-necked Gerenuk antelope. A rewarding afternoon’s game drive in the reserve is followed by Dinner and Overnight at the Lodge.

DAY TWO B.L.D
A full day in the Samburu region is yours to appreciate the wild beauty of this area and to enjoy an early morning and an afternoon game drive. Families of Elephant come to the river to drink,herds of long horned Oryx roam the plains and the Reticulated Giraffe with their dark markings browse among the acacia. Lions and Leopards can also be found. Dinner and Overnight Lodge.

DAY THREE B.L.D
After breakfast,drive southwards via Nyeri to a dramatic wooden lodge built deep within the forests of the Mount Kenyafoothills. A floodlit water hole and salt-lick in full view of the comfortable lounge areas allow guests to watch animals at any time of the night;Rhino,Lion,Elephant and Buffalo are regular visitors. Lunch Dinner and Overnight Night Game-viewing at Mountain Lodge.

DAY FOUR B.L.D
After breakfast drive to Lake Nakuru National Park,located down in The Great Rift Valley with a stop en-route at Thompson’s Falls.This park is best known for its flocks of pink Flamingoes,sometimes numbering over a million.The park is rich in other bird life and home to many other animals including a proliferation of Waterbuck and Warthogs.Lions and the ever-elusive Leopard abound and the park is also home to a White Rhino sanctuary.Dinner and overnight at the Lodge.

DAY FIVE B.L.D
Depart Nakuru after Breakfast and drive to theMasai Mara GameReserve via The Great Rift Valley and Narok.We will arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or tented camp. In the afternoon you have a game drive in this spectacular reserve,which is known for it’s superb game viewing and which sustains all of the ‘Big Five’ including the largest population of Lion in Kenya.Dinner and Overnight Lodge/Luxury Tented Camp.

DAY SIX B.L.D
Early morning and afternoon game drives allow you the chance to enjoy the interaction of wild animals in the magnificent park-like settings of the Masai Mara.As well as searching for the Big Five,you will see herds of plains game and spot many marvelous birds.The enormous landscape of the Mara and its concentration of many varieties of game,make it a fitting climax to your safari.Dinner and Overnight Lodge/Tented Camp.

DAY SEVEN B
Enjoy breakfast before driving back via The Great Rift Valley to arrive in Nairobi at approximately 14h00.Drop off Nairobi Hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for evening departures

Departure any day subject to minimum 2 pax

03JAN 10 TO 31 MAR 2010