Safari Package
Safari Overview
8 Days · 7 Nights · From USD 2,762
8 Days Across Kenya wildlife safari transfers you to the top tourist destinations in Kenya, including the sweeping savannahs, serene Lakelands, the dramatic Great Rift Valley, and the lush mountain highlands. These iconic landscapes are home to diverse wildlife species such as Elephants, Rhinos, Lions, Giraffes, and many more making your journey an immersive wildlife safari in Kenya. This safari includes unforgettable experiences in Samburu National Reserve, Aberdare National Park, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve; a must-visit destination for anyone seeking raw, authentic African safari adventures.
This safari offers the perfect opportunity for family bonding, corporate team building, and various outdoor activities. Whether you're traveling as a group, solo, or with your family, this safari can be fully customized to suit your preferences and travel style. Throughout the 8-day adventure, you’ll be guided by a professional, multilingual tour guide who will provide deep insights into Kenya’s diverse ecosystems and wildlife. For an authentic game drive experience, a 4x4 open-roof Landcruiser or Safari Van will be provided ideal for panoramic views and wildlife photography across Kenya’s top national parks, especially the scenic plains of Masai Mara.
Safari Route
Day-by-day Safari Itinerary
Day 1: NAIROBI - ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK
Arrive Nairobi in the morning, at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, and be received by a Diwaka Safaris representative, then thereafter commence your drive via Karatina to Aberdare National Park for lunch at the Lodge. Afternoon and night game viewing from the Lodge precincts where you will see animals coming for a drink in the nearby water hole.
Dinner & overnight at your Lodge.
Day 2: ABERDARE - SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Breakfast at the Lodge and proceed to the Northern frontier district via Isiolo to Samburu National Reserve. Arrive on time for lunch at the Lodge. Late afternoon game viewing drives. The reserve is rich in wildlife with fame for abundance in rare northern specialist species such as the Grevy Zebra, Somali Ostrich, Reticulated Giraffe, Gerenuk, and the Beisa Oryx (Also referred to as Samburu Special). The reserve is also popular with a minimum of 900 Elephants. Large predators such as the Lion, Leopard, and Cheetah are an important attraction (Kamunyak, the Miracle Lioness that adapted the baby Oryx is a reserve resident). Wild dog sightings are also a common attraction to this unique protected area. Birdlife is abundant, with over 450 species recorded.
Dinner & overnight at your Lodge.
Day 3: SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Early morning and afternoon game drives around the peaceful Samburu National Reserve, with various wildlife. Option of a full day game drive with lunch box lunch can be organised.
Dinner & overnight at your Lodge.
Day 4: SAMBURU - LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park arriving for lunch served at the lodge inside the park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, with notable game within the lake including Hippos and Clawless Otters. On the shores roam Waterbuck, Bohor's Reedbuck and Zebra. The woodlands and forest are now home to both black and white Rhino. Buffalo, Leopard, Lion, Rothschild's giraffe, and Black and White Colobus Monkey are plentiful in the forest. The bush lands offer Eland, Steenbok, Impala, Chandler's Reedbuck and Dik dik, whilst Rock Hyrax and Klipspringer occupy the cliffs and escarpment.
Dinner & overnight at your Lodge.
Day 5: LAKE NAKURU - LAKE NAIVASHA (BOAT RIDE)
Early morning game drives and return to your Lodge for breakfast. Drive to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in Kenya, outside the town of Naivasha in Nakuru County, which lies north west of Nairobi. It is part of the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive at your Lodge for check-in and Hot Lunch. Enjoy a short siesta in the Lodge with the use of the Lodge's recreational facilities. Enjoy an afternoon cup of tea or coffee shortly before departing for your afternoon boat ride followed by a Nature Walk in Crescent Island.
Dinner & overnight at your Lodge.
Day 6: LAKE NAIVASHA - MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
After breakfast, check out and drive to Masai Mara National Reserve via Narok Town to arrive for lunch at the Lodge or Camp. Enjoy a late afternoon game viewing drive at Masai Mara National Reserve, which was named to mean the “spotted plains” in the Maa language. This is home to the greatest concentration of large mammals and is widely recognized as Africa’s ultimate wildlife reserve. The park is the northern extension to the vast Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, famous for its annual migration of Wildebeests, breathtaking sceneries, never-ending plains and the most abundant variety of wildlife remaining anywhere in the world. The landscape is made up of rolling savannahs dotted with patchy shrubs and bush thickets.
Dinner & overnight at your Lodge/ Camp.
Day 7: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Spend a further full day of game watching with picnic lunch boxes. Wildlife is abundant in the Reserve with the gentle grasslands ensuring that animals are never out of sight. Birds are prolific including immigrants, 450 bird species have been recorded among them 57 birds of prey. Every year the Mara plays host to the world’s greatest natural spectacle; The Great Wildebeest Migration from the Serengeti. The big cats - Lion, Leopard, and Cheetah.
Dinner & overnight at your Lodge/ Camp.
Day 8: DEPARTURE
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Nairobi and transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight back home.
VISA & HEALTH INFORMATION
- Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA): CLICK HERE TO APPLY
- Malaria medication is recommended
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Payment policy
- 30 percent at the time of booking
- Balance 60 days prior to your arrival
Standard cancellation policy
In the event of cancellation or variation of services for whatever reasons, the Company shall be entitled to charge cancellation fees as set out hereunder:
- Cancellations received between 60 days to 45 days prior to commencement of Services shall be charged at 30% of the total cost of Services;
- Cancellation received between 44 days to 8 days prior to commencement of Services shall be charged at 60% of the total cost of Services;
- Cancellations received within 7 days or after commencement of Services shall be charged at the full cost of Services;
- The liability to reimburse the Company for the cancellation fees, non-refundable booking fee, no show fees, administration fee and the like, shall in no way limit or restrict the general rights of the Company to collect damages for breach of contract.
Included Services
Safari Inclusions
- Arrival & Departure Airport transfers
- Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Nairobi
- Full Board Accommodation on safari
- Exclusive use on safari with custom made 08-seater safari van OR a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser (07 window seats) fitted with Hi-Fi radio with a roof hatch for enhanced game viewing and photography
- Services of a English Speaking Driver Guide knowledgeable in flora and fauna
- All Safari Game drives in Parks and Reserves as per the itinerary
- Park Entrance / Reserve/ Conservancy & Community Fees
- Bottled water in the vehicle for use during game drives
- Temporary Membership Flying Doctors Emergency Rescue (AMREF) cover
- All Government taxes and levies
Not Included
Safari Exclusions
- Drinks
- Any international / Domestic flight
- Tips and Gratuities to Driver / Guide, porters, bar and waiters
- Visa fees as applicable
- Travel insurance (we highly recommend you get it to protect yourself against unforeseen risks)
- Optional Activities International airfares and departure taxes
- All items of personal nature such as laundry, tobacco, phone calls etc
- Any items not mentioned above
Rates & Terms
Safari Pricing
From USD 2,762
Rates are multiplied by the number of travellers. Children are charged at 50% of the adult base rate. Final pricing remains subject to terms and conditions.
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