Price: USD.3,360.00

Highlights

  • Explore Nairobi with an optional city tour
  • Spot rhinos in Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Take a boat trip across Lake Naivasha
  • Experience the vast Masai Mara on a safari
  • Enjoy a sunrise game drive in Masai Mara

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the animal kingdom on this eight-day Pam Safaris experience. Veer off the beaten track to seek out elephants, hippos, leopards and lions against the impressive backdrop of the Great Rift Valley, the Lake Naivasha fresh water lake and Hells Gate National park. Then, staying in the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve which borders Serengeti National Park, deepen your understanding of Kenyan culture by experiencing tribal life in Loita Hills as you’re welcomed into the homes of the Maasai warriors and their proud village community. Join us at Pam Safaris on this perspective-shifting journey of unforgettable moments and memorable wildlife encounters.

Day 1 Arrive Nairobi

Jambo! Welcome to Kenya, your Pam safari experience begins with a welcome meeting on arrival you will be transferred to the hotel in the city centre booked on bed and breakfast. If you arrive with time to spare you can do an excursion to know the city- the ‘Nairobi Experience’. This optional 4-hour tour is a great way to get a feel for Nairobi, and includes lunch at a local restaurant. Overnight at Eka Hotel.

Start point

Hotels within Nairobi, Nairobi Central, Nairobi, Kenya

07:30 - 08:00

Day 2 Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast you will be picked up to start your safari between 0700hrs to 0730hrs.You will drive north-west past splendid views of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha and Elementaita to Lake Nakuru National Park (approximately 3–4 hours). Situated in the heart of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru National Park is a great location for spotting wildlife. You will arrive at the lodge in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive in the park. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.

Day 3 Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

After early breakfast you will head into the Lake Nakuru National Park for a game drive in the overland vehicle. Along with the other members of the Big Five, Lake Nakuru is home to rhinos, and there will be a good chance of spotting and photographing one of these magnificent beasts. Return to the lodge to check out and drive to your hotel near Lake Naivasha (approximately 3 hours).Arriving in time for lunch and afternoon at leisure. One of the few freshwater lakes in the Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha has floating islands of papyrus reeds and a border of flat-topped acacias. It's also home to a healthy population of hippos and a tremendous variety of birds. Dinner and overnight at the Sawela Lodge.

Day 4 Lake Naivasha to Hell's Gate National Park

After breakfast you will proceed to the Hell's Gate National Park, which boasts beautiful cliffs, gorges, rock towers, volcanoes and a range of geothermal phenomena. Another great choice is to take a boat trip across Lake Naivasha – perhaps the best way to take in the atmosphere of this lush area. If you're looking for something active, why not hire a bike for the day and make some of your own discoveries, venturing beyond the cacti and olive trees. All meals at the Sawela Lodge

Day 5 Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve

Today you’ll travel from Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve (approximately 1–2 hours). The road is dusty when dry, and could be slippery and muddy when wet, so the going may be slow. The Masai Mara is the quintessential African experience, with sparse open plains, dramatic skies and some of the world's most tremendous animals. Arrive at Mara Maisha camp for check in and lunch. You will proceed for an afternoon game drive through the wilderness of the Mara. Dinner and overnight at Mara Maisha camp.

Day 6 Masai Mara National Reserve

Venture into the Masai Mara National Reserve for a full day's game drive in a Safari Van. You'll explore this diverse environment and most likely see a multitude of wildlife. An optional balloon ride over the Mara at sunrise is available today. If you have pre-booked this activity you will be picked up before dawn and driven to the launch site for a safety briefing from your pilot. Then you will glide through the dawn, sometimes at tree height, to get some amazing photo opportunities. Sometimes you will ascend, getting an overview of the enormity of the plains and of the early morning movements of the teeming herds. After landing, you'll be treated to a bush breakfast, then proceed for a full day game drive.Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 7 Masai Mara National Reserve

Venture into the Masai Mara National Reserve for a full day's game drive in a Safari Van. You'll explore this diverse environment and most likely see a multitude of wildlife.Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 8 Masai Mara to Nairobi

After Sunrise Game drive you will return to the camp for breakfast and check out to return back to Nairobi. (approximately 5–6 hours). No accommodation is provided for tonight, but this can be arranged – please enquire at the time of booking this trip. You can be dropped at your hotel upon arrival in Nairobi.

End point

Hotels within Nairobi, Nairobi Central, Nairobi, Kenya

16:30 - 17:30

What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

Not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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