Samburu Safari.

Safari highlight:
- 8 days cultural safari in Kenya.
- Departure dates: To be customized as per clients request.
- Naturalist safari guide.
- Luxury 4WD safari Land Cruiser vehicles.
- Unlimited game drives.
- Amboseli Park with Great views of Kilimanjaro.
- Masai Mara eco-system - 1, 500 sq km's wilderness.
- Optional flights back to Nairobi on the last day.
- Large herbivores and predators.    

Introduction.

Travelling through some of the richest game areas in the world, the Samburu safari presents excellent opportunities for viewing the 'big five'. It includes the Masai Mara, home to the greatest wildlife show on earth.

The Samburu Reserve, home to the colourful Samburu people, is a dramatic and rugged landscape which is truly rewarding. A host of plains game along with the 'big five' are accompanied by a variety of exotic birds including eagles, falcons and Bateleur.

As you approach Lake Nakuru, you may be fortunate enough to witness a pink cloud on the horizon which gradually reveals its source, thousands of pink flamingoes, a magnificent sight of immense beauty. Around the lake a game reserve has been created where the endangered black rhino is protected and may be seen along with antelope, giraffes, lions and hyenas.

With the exception of Lake Nakuru, accommodation is at Serena Lodges, which are amongst the finest in Kenya.

Detailed Itinerary.

Day 1: Nairobi.
Fly to Nairobi. On arrival transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure or choose from a selection of optional excursions (book and pay locally).

Days  2 & 3: Samburu Game Reserve.
Travel to the Samburu National Reserve (360 km) and check in at your lodge for lunch. A late afternoon game drive with possible sightings of species which are seldom seen elsewhere, including Grevy's zebras, reticulated giraffes and blue-legged Somali ostriches. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Olpajeta Conservancy.
Drive to the slopes of Mount Kenya and check in at Sweetwaters Tented Camp (200 km) where lunch has been arranged. Spend the afternoon by visiting the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and the friendly Rhino or join a nature walk (weather permitting) led by a local guide. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park.
After breakfast continue to Lake Nakuru Park (240 km). Lunch at the lodge, which enjoys spectacular views of the lake and often a flamboyance of flamingoes. An afternoon game drive with possible sightings of the endangered black rhino. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Masai Mara Game Reserve.
After an early breakfast descend to the floor of the Great Rift Valley and into the Masai Mara (370 km). Lunch will be taken en route to your lodge. A late afternoon game drive in one of the world's richest wildlife reserves will prove to be an exhilarating experience. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve.
An opportunity to enjoy an early morning balloon flight over the Mara and a 'bubbly' bush breakfast (optional extra), or an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. Time to relax by the pool and marvel at the endless panorama which stretches out before you. A second game drive will take place this afternoon. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Extension or flight back home.
Return to Nairobi (360 km), and then proceed with your chosen extension or return back home. (B)

Please contact at safaris@mbangosafaris.com for more details or reserve this tour.