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7 Days Rift valley, Tsavo and Amboseli
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This is itinerary takes you to some of the less visited areas in Kenya but which are equally rich in wildlife and with excellent walking opportunities. Lake Bogoria national reserve is a unique lake In the Great Rift Valley that has myriad hot springs and geysers. It is one of the national parks that walking is permitted. Tsavo and Amboseli parks are the some of the overlooked parks in the southern part of Kenya and yet the abundance of wildlife here is an envy of every tourist.
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Day 1: Depart early from Nairobi to Lake Bogoria National Reserve. On the way we make numerous stops to admire the Great Rift Valley and its varied landscapes. We arrive at Lake Bogoria Hotel in time for lunch. In the afternoon we visit Lake Bogoria National Reserve. Lake Bogoria is a shallow alkaline lake on the floor of the rift valley and is a natural abode of thousands of flamingoes. With its steaming hot springs and geysers and a variety of bird and animal species, Lake Bogoria National Reserve is a truly one of the most beautiful reserves to explore on foot. It is this park that one has the chance to see the rare Greater Kudu. On arrival we either walk or drive along the lake shores stopping to admire flamingoes, geysers and hot springs and search for the rare greater Kudu among other wild animals. Dinner and overnight at Lake Bogoria Hotel. |
| Day 2: Day trip to Lake Baringo for boat ride on the lake and bird walk on the shores of the lake to see the abundant birdlife as well as crocodiles and hippopotamuses. Lake Baringo is one of the two fresh water lakes of the Gregorian Rift valley. Situated in the semi arid part of the country, this vast fresh water lake exudes the impression of calm and serenity surrounded by high mountains from afar. With over four hundred species of birdlife, this lake is truly birds’ paradise for those with an ornithological appetite. This lake has several islands which are inhabited by the Njemps herdsmen cum fishermen. The Njemps are one of the three Maa speakers others being the Samburu and Maasai. After the boat ride there is an option of a bird walk or visit of the Njemps village. Later you return to Lake Bogoria Hotel for dinner and overnight. |
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Day 3: Depart from Bogoria via Lake Nakuru for game drive and later drive to the shores of Lake Elementaita for overnight. At only 4kms from Nakuru town and covering an area of 180square kilometers, Lake Nakuru is a world famous bird and rhino sanctuary. The park encompasses Lake Nakuru, a rift valley soda lake, and two forests – acacia and euphorbia forests. Millions of flamingoes paint this park with its shimmering pink color. Other birds include pelicans, ostrich, marabou, ibis, eagles, vultures, woodpeckers, touracos, barbets, among others. Due to this park’s prolific birdlife, the park has lately been declared a World’s Important Bird Area. Apart from the bird life, Lake Nakuru is abundant with wild game including lions, leopard, rhinos, impalas, gazelles, eland, zebra, buffalo, and giraffe. Later drive to shores of Lake Elementaita for overnight at Viewpoint Lodge. |
| Day 4: Morning cultural activities around Lake Elementaita. This will include among others Kikuyu homestead visits, school visits, bird walks on the shores of the lake and visit of the Kariandusi prehistoric museum to see the stone tools that were being used by the early man. Lake Elementaita area is rich in history as it was one of the places that were inhabited by the British settlers during the colonial period. Some of the descendants of these colonialists still inhabit the area and where they practice intensive farming and keep wildlife ranches. Later in the afternoon you transfer to Lukenya Campsite on the outskirts on Nairobi. Overnight at Lukenya campsite. |
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Day 5: Early transfer to Tsavo West national park. Early morning game drives to see some of the attractions of Tsavo west national park such as, wildlife that includes lion, elephant, leopard, giraffe and many other animals not forgetting the proverbial “Red elephants” of Tsavo. In fact these elephants are not red but they acquire colour after wallowing in brown mud. We cannot miss to visit the Mzima springs where you can see crocodile, hippo, and fish in the crystal clear waters of the spring. Overnight at public campsite in the park. |
Day 6: Early morning game drive in the park and later depart for Amboseli national park. With its backdrop of the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa's highest mountain) and the abundant wildlife, Amboseli is a real spectacle. This is where you can see large herds of elephants and plains game, giraffes, gazelles, lions, leopards etc roaming the plains. The permanent swamps in the park ensure that there is a constant source of water for the animals and so through out the year one is assured of seeing wildlife in this park. The presence of these swamps is as a result of underground infiltration of water from the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Overnight at campsite on the edge of the park.
Day 7: Full morning game drive in the park to see more wildlife and later return to the camp for brunch and later head to Nairobi. |
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Charges for a group departure with 8 pax and above on board - Euros 730 per person
Supplement for Park fees - USD. 360 per person payable locally on arrival.
Our individual/private trek costs vary with group size. Kindly e-mail us with details.
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Prices quoted include:
All transport - 4WD Land Rovers or safari vehicles
Accommodation as detailed - roomy tents when camping
Camping equipment (except sleeping bags and insulation mats)
Services of guides and porters
All National Park entrance and camp site fees
All food - breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
A certificate of achievement.
Prices quoted exclude:
International flights
Travel and personal accident insurance
Visa, passport, vaccinations, medicines
Tips
Alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, personal items
Optional excursions/activities not detailed in itinerary
Any additional services requested
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