Trip Info
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5 Star Hotel
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Nairobi
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All Year Round
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Nairobi
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Guided
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Available
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All Meals
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4X4 Tour Van
Tour Overview
This Kilimanjaro Meets Masai mara tour package uses Upper-midrange accommodations. You will tour three of Kenya’s main wildlife destinations. Amboseli National Park is famous for its breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and its massive Elephants, Lake Nakuru With the highest concentration of both black and white rhinos, Masai Mara National Reserve also known as the “the jewel of Africa where we guarantee you to see the Big 5 namely Lions, Elephants, Rhino, Leopard, and Buffalos.
Trip Highlights
- Nairobi
- Amboseli
- Lake Nakuru
- Masai Mara
Itinerary
You will be picked up in the morning by our company representative from the airport or your accommodations for a scenic drive towards Amboseli National Park arriving at the camp in good time for lunch. Embark on your first afternoon game drive exploring the acacia woodland, freshwater swamps, scrub brush, and open plains in search of wildlife.
Amboseli National Park (392sq km) is famous for its breathtaking, panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest freestanding mountain on earth and the tallest in Africa (5895m). Amboseli is also an elephant’s paradise. Because of the abundance of water and pasture, the bull elephants here weigh up to six tons. Other animals that can be spotted here include cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, gazelle, hippos, and many others. Part of the park is composed of a dried-up lake bed, where mirages rise from the shimmering heat.
Leave the camp after breakfast, Carrying your packed lunch to be enjoyed in the wild. Spend the whole day exploring the marshlands and swamps of Amboseli which are Fed by subterranean water channels, Water is abundant throughout the year and so is the pasture. Elephants and various other herbivores are found here. You will retreat to the lodge late in the afternoon after a long exploration of this 392km sq. park
You also have an option of Starting the day with an early morning game drive to search for animals when they're at their most active, Then return to the Lodge for a relaxed breakfast and lunch.
Spend the hottest part of the day relaxing in camp reading your favourite book or writing your journal about the safari or just listening to your favourite music while observing the birds – don't stress, The animals will be doing the same – then head off again in the afternoon at (16:00hrs)for another drive through the park. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight.
After an early breakfast, We drive West for a scenic view of Lake Nakuru National Park. We will make sure to stop at the spectacular Great Rift Valley viewpoint to stretch your legs and photograph the contrasting landscape. Thereafter we Proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park with game viewing en route to your lodge arriving in good time for lunch. After lunch, Embark on an afternoon game drive returning back to the lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight stay.
Nakuru is among Kenya's finest National parks. It is gorgeous all year round and boasts rocky escarpments, patches of yellow-barked acacia forest, and a waterfall. It is home to flamingos, black and white Rhinos, Lions, Leopards, Buffaloes, and the endangered Rothschild's Giraffes. The southern end of the lake is the best place to see wildlife. The forested area below the Rhinos Cliff is a favourite Lion-spotting point where Lionesses love to sleep in the trees. Leopards frequent the same area.
Today after breakfast, You will drive through the Rift Valley floor to Masai Mara National Reserve arriving at the lodge in good time for lunch. Embark on your first game drive in the reserve this afternoon in search of the big five and other herbivores that roam around in this beautiful savanna. Return to your lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight.
One of our favourite places to look for wildlife in Kenya is the Masai Mara National Reserve. That's because the wildlife here is incredible, with big cats (lions, leopards, and cheetahs) and elephants among the highlights. There's a very good chance you'll also see giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and, of course, impalas. And bring your binoculars, because more than 500 species of birds have been recorded in the reserve. It's a place of beautiful savannah landscapes as well, with lots of acacia trees.
This is a full day spent game viewing across the rich tree-studded grassland and rolling hills of the famous Savanna. The Mara is renowned for its great herds of plains game animals like leopards, Cheetahs, Lions and other herbivores. It has virtually every other type of wildlife to be found in Kenya. You will have a full-day game drive in Masai Mara Savannah.
Your lunch today is picnic lunch boxes in the savannah under a flat-top acacia tree while watching the animals grazing. Continue with the game viewing on-route to your camp, arriving at your late in the afternoon after thoroughly exploring this massive grassland savannah measuring 1,500 sq.
You have an option of booking a balloon ride today which takes off early in the morning. After landing, the crew helps you out of the basket and escorts you to a lovely setting for a bush breakfast which is a lifetime experience and worth the
price. Later join your driver guide at a location and proceed with your full-day game drive.
After a leisurely morning breakfast, You will check out of your lodge, pack up and drive back to Nairobi. En route, you will have an( Optional) scheduled visit to a Maasai Village for a cultural experience, where you'll learn more about the community that has co-existed with the Mara wildlife for centuries.
You'll have lunch the African way at one of the Hotels in Narok town. Afterwards, you will continue with the journey to Nairobi, arriving in the mid-afternoon. You'll be dropped off at your respective hotel or at the airport to mark this as the end of your Safari.
Depending on your homebound flight departure time, you will organize with your diver guide the departure time from Masai Mara.
Cost Includes & Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labelled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labelled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- AMREF flying doctor’s medical cover
- Free visa application
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
FAQs
The safari is designed for year-round enjoyment. However, the ideal time is during the Great Migration season in the Masai Mara, typically from June to October.
Yes, daily game drives are integral to the safari experience. Professional guides lead you through Amboseli’s vast landscapes, Tsavo West’s unique terrains, and the renowned Masai Mara, maximizing wildlife encounters.
Yes, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover unexpected circumstances. Ensure that your insurance includes medical coverage and trip cancellation protection.
Packing essentials include comfortable clothing, a hat, sunscreen, binoculars, and a camera. We provide a detailed packing list upon confirmation of your booking.
Visa applications are typically handled prior to your arrival. We recommend checking with the Tanzanian embassy or consulate in your home country for the most accurate and up-to-date visa requirements.
No, our safari packages are all-inclusive, covering accommodation, meals, park fees, and transportation. There are no hidden fees or additional costs during the safari.
Absolutely! Your comfort is our priority. Throughout the safari, you’ll enjoy private rooms in well-appointed accommodations, complete with private bathrooms and hot showers for a relaxing and rejuvenating experience after each adventure-filled day.
While the Hakuna Matata Tour has a carefully crafted itinerary, we understand that preferences vary. We’re happy to discuss any customization requests to ensure your safari aligns perfectly with your expectations.
The safari encompasses diverse ecosystems, offering encounters with the Big Five and a myriad of other wildlife, including flamingos at Lake Manyara and various bird species in Tarangire National Park.
We prioritize your safety. Our team adheres to local health guidelines, and the accommodations and vehicles are regularly sanitized to ensure a safe and enjoyable safari experience.
Please consult your healthcare provider for the latest travel health advice. Common vaccinations include yellow fever, hepatitis A and B, and typhoid.