Private Tour
Day 1: Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met and assisted by our representative, who will be waiting for you at the arrivals gate holding a sign with your names on it. You will then be transferred to the hotel, where our Masikio Safaris representative will assist you with check-in. If you arrive in the morning, you may choose to join one of our optional activities or spend the time on your own. If you arrive in the afternoon or at midday, we recommend that you rest. Overnight stay with breakfast at the Argyle Grand Hotel.
ARGYLE GRAND HOTEL
Day 2. Samburu
MARA MAISHA CAMP
After breakfast, we’ll depart for the Buffalo Springs and Samburu reserves in the region of the same name, where the arid, desert-like lands of northern Kenya begin. We will travel through the territory of the Kikuyu, the country’s largest tribe, circling Mount Kenya—the dwelling place of their God and the second-highest peak in Africa. We will cross the equator. Arrival before lunch. In the afternoon, we will go on our first safari in the reserve. Full board at the Samburu Simba Lodge.
EQUATORIAL LINE
SAMBURU SIMBA LODGE
Day 3. Samburu & Buffalo Area
The combined area of the Samburu and Buffalo Springs reserves is one of the most fascinating places in Kenya’s Upper Rift Valley. These reserves consist of what the British call “bush.” During our stay in Samburu, we’ll set out early after breakfast to search for wildlife; along with sunset, this is the best time to spot and photograph them.
Samburu is home to animals found exclusively in this reserve, such as the gerenuk, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, striped hyena, and Grevy’s zebra, as well as diverse habitats and landscapes that support a wide variety of African wildlife. The reserve is also known for its populations of leopards and lions, as well as elephants and crocodiles. All of this makes Samburu one of the most beautiful and unique reserves in the country and in Africa. Full-day immersion in the area, where you can go on morning and afternoon safaris. Full board at the Samburu Simba Lodge
SAMBURU
Day 4. Lake Nakuru
After breakfast in Samburu, we’ll head straight to Lake Nakuru, traveling down the Rift Valley. Along the way, we’ll make a quick stop at Thomson’s Falls, or we can continue directly to Nakuru.
We’ll have the chance to take some photos with the famous Kikuyu warriors. We’ll arrive in Nakuru in time for lunch and then go on a safari until sunset. We’re in a world-renowned birding paradise where well-known TV networks such as the BBC, CNN, and TVE—to name a few—gather to film the wonderful documentaries we later see on screen. Nakuru is a sanctuary for white rhinos and pink flamingos and is home to a wide variety of animals, including lions and leopards. If the lake level permits, we’ll be able to stroll along the shore and delight our senses with the sounds and colors of the lake and its more than 400 species of birds. Dinner and overnight stay at Flamingo Hill Tented Camp.
NAKURU
FLAMINGO HILL TENTED CAMP
Day 5. Lake Naivasha/Masai Mara
After breakfast in Nakuru, we will head to Lake Naivasha, where guests will enjoy a tour of the lake, including a boat safari and a walking tour of Crescent Island. This lake is a combination of volcanic rock and sedimentary deposits. It covers an area of 139 square kilometers. It is home to a population of over 400 species of birds and boasts a large population of hippos. This is the area where part of the film “Out of Africa” was filmed. The island is located in the center of the lake, where countless wild animals reside. We will continue on foot, taking a walking safari surrounded by all this resident wildlife. We will be able to see all kinds of wild animals—such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and gazelles—closer than ever before. Lunch at Lake Naivasha. After lunch, departure for the Masai Mara, followed by dinner and overnight stay at Mara Maisha Camp, Basecamp Explorer, Loyk Mara Luxury Camp, or Mara Zebra Plains.
NAIVASHA
LOYK LUXURY CAMP
MARA MAISHA CAMP
BASE CAMP EXPLORER MASAI MARA
ZEBRA PLAINS MARA CAMP
MASAI MARA
Days 6 and 7: Masai Mara
Full days in the Masai Mara dedicated to morning and afternoon safaris. We’ll visit different areas of the Masai Mara, such as Paradise Plain, Meta Plains, and Burrungant. We’ll explore various sections of the Mara River where the crossings occur, through which herbivores pass during their migration. Our guide will keep a close watch for vultures circling overhead, as they can signal the presence of predators feeding on recent prey. We recommend packing a picnic lunch one day to explore more areas of the savanna (at no additional cost). Accommodations at Mara Maisha Camp, Loyk Mara Luxury Camp, Basecamp Explorer, or Mara Zebra Plains.
Day 8. Masai Mara / Nairobi / Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Nairobi by road. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at Carnivore Restaurant. Later, transfer to the airport (time to be determined). END OF OUR SERVICES.
| THE TRIP INCLUDES |
| All private airport-to-hotel-to-airport transfers |
| Nairobi |
| 1 night at the Argyle Grand Hotel (5-star) with breakfast included |
| Journey |
| Full board throughout the safari, excluding beverages. |
| 2 nights at Samburu Simba Lodge |
| 1 night at Flamingo Hill Tented Camp |
| 2 nights at Mara Maisha Camp, Basecamp Explorer, Loyk Mara Camp, or Mara Zebra Plains |
| All admission fees, parking fees, and other charges for the national parks listed in the itinerary are included |
| The safaris described in the itinerary for each park are flexible and private |
| Transportation in a private safari vehicle just for you. A Toyota Hiace 4×4 with a sunroof, exclusively for your use |
| Boat and walking safari with lunch at Lake Naivasha |
| Lunch at Carnivore on the last day |
| A Spanish-speaking guide will be in the vehicle with you throughout the entire safari, just for you |
| Unlimited bottled water per person per day during all safaris |
| FDS Air Ambulance Evacuation Insurance in case of emergency. (Flying Doctor Service). The insurance covers transportation to the hospital, but not medical expenses. |
| All hotels listed in the program are guaranteed. In the event of hotel overbooking or other circumstances of force majeure—such as natural causes leading to closure, fire, flooding, etc.—hotels of the same or higher category will be provided at each location along the itinerary to ensure the itinerary is maintained, without any inconvenience to customers. In the event of unexpected natural force majeure circumstances, such as roads flooded by rain, flooded local trails and infrastructure, etc., that affect the conduct of the activity, itineraries and safari activity schedules may be changed without prior notice until the situation is resolved. |
| THE TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE |
| All international flights |
| All of them. |
| Travel and accident insurance. |
| (Phone calls, personal expenses, laundry, tips, etc.) |
