Kenya Wildlife Safaris - Maasai Mara and the Rift Valley Lakes

WILDLIFE SAFARI TO THE MAASAI MARA AND THE LAKES

A safari to the world famous Bird-sanctuary of Lake Baringo, Bogoria and Nakuru, then south over the Mau Escarpment to Kenya’s greatest concentration of game - the Maasai Mara.

Day 1 - Lake Baringo

Depart Nairobi in the morning. stopping enroute to view the spectacular Great Rift Valley. Lunch enroute then camp at Lake Baringo, a world famous bird sanctuary, late in the afternoon. Boat trip to see the hippos and crocodiles.

Day 2 - Lake Nakuru

A 30km drive south to the spectacular Lake Bogoria with the [very] hot springs. Don’t fall in. Flamingos live here and you can explore on foot. Lunch and then proceed to lake Nakuru national park famous for its bird life for a game drive. Overnight in a campsite outside town.

Day 3 - Maasai Mara

We head south to Narok, camping in our permanent campsite on the Talek River, which is at the edge of the park by afternoon. Here we have stand-up tents with beds for use, if not occupied, otherwise we pitch tent. Hot showers are available in the camp and meals are served in the dinning mess or in the open.

Days 4 & 5 - Maasai Mara

From the base camp, we experience the Mara Magic; packed with elephant, zebra, rhino, lion and all kinds of game throughout the year, with the spectacular wildebeest migration from Serengeti mainly in July and August.

Day 6 – Nairobi

We break camp and drive to Narok where Maasai souvenirs can be bought, then back to Nairobi by late afternoon.

A SAFARI WITH DIFFERENCE

With our Safaris you can follow in the footsteps of the early explorers and rediscover the source of the Nile, track gorillas in the tropical forests that cover the slopes of extinct volcanoes. These safaris are designed for those in search of a real adventure who enjoy the unpredictable and who want to get away from the well-beaten tourist track. We do a lot of camping by streams or riverbeds, in forest, on mountain slopes or on the edge of national parks. The crisp, clear, star filled African night can only be fully appreciated from a campsite deep in the bush, not a modern sound or artificial glow of a nearby town interfering with the feel of nature. Because of the nature of these tours, you are expected to help with the camp chores and the setting up of tents. The campsites lack the sophistication of those in Western countries and we can’t guarantee a shower every day, or that you won’t get dusty. But your meals will be prepared by our expert safari cooks over wood fires, and you will share the freedom of the open skies each night. Those who join us come from all walks of life and from all nationalities. Age is not important - but we need your sense of humour, your willingness to participate and a spirit of adventure. These will transform the rough journeys into memories of a lifetime. All vehicles are now fitted with powerful HF radio communication equipment, allowing us to stay in touch no matter how remote you are.

LAKE BARINGO AND LAKE BOGORIA NATIONAL PARKS

Although both Lakes have long been known they have not seen much traffic since JW Gregory first set eyes on them in 1882. At that time, he said that Bogoria was 'the most beautiful view in Africa', and that beauty, now enhanced by thousands of migrating flamingos, remains pristine. Now accessible, both lakes have become famous for their wealth of bird life.

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Few sights are as enchanting as the vista of a muted pink lake, so when millions of flamingos turn Lake Nakuru into a sea of pastel plumage, you mustn't miss it. Also attracted by the abundance of algae to be found in the lake's shallow, alkaline waters are black-winged stilts, avocets and ruffs which migrate from Europe to winter here.

MAASAI MARA NATURE RESERVE

It is simply impossible to conjure up in your mind the spectacle of thousands of wildebeest, with their large bison-like heads, thundering in single file across the tree-studded grasslands of the Mara. The migration which takes the wildebeest from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Mara is a yearly occurrence which lasts for only a few weeks. During the rest of the year however, the park still boasts an abundance of wildlife. You won't have to look too hard to spy roan antelope, a bat-eared fox, or one of the thousands of topi which are found nowhere else, save Tsavo.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

Sleeping bag (also available for hire in Nairobi office)
Money for personal spending and tipping.

Only a small case or rucksack, as storage space is limited.
A pair of long trousers and jersey for the cool mornings and evenings in addition to plenty of light clothes for hot days (don't forget a hat), a pillow, good walking shoes.
Torch, sunglasses, suntan lotion, insect repellent.
Mineral water for drinking (available in office)
Camera, films, binoculars, maps, guidebooks.
Toilet paper, towel, soap, toothbrush/paste.
Flying Doctor's Service Card, available for sale in Nairobi office.
It is a good idea to bring any drinks you might want around the campfire, they are not always available enroute.

Important: Before you travel please check your Tour Voucher and Arrival Information for the latest joining instructions. This will be sent to you upon receipt of final payment.

All itineraries are subject to change without prior notice.

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