Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari

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Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari.

Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari Overview.

This Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari tour is a magnificent memory of Kenya’s top wildlife destinations, Samburu National Reserve and Masai Mara National Reserve, combines amazing game viewing and safari activities with accommodation in some of the region’s most beautiful lodges.

Enjoy morning, evening and night game drives, witness the great migration, watch for prowling predators on the Mara plains, learn about the land on bush walks with Maasai warriors and discover the very best that a Kenya safari holiday has to offer.

Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari Summary.

Day 1: Transfer from Nairobi to Samburu.

Day 2-3: Samburu National Reserve.

Day 4: Fly from Samburu to Masai Mara National Reserve.

Day 5-6: Masai Mara National Reserve.

Day 7: Departure at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari Detailed Itinerary.

On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you’ll transfer to Wilson Airport for a domestic flight to Samburu, home to Samburu National Reserve and an abundance of wildlife. You’ll spend a night at Saruni Samburu, a luxury property comprised of six eco-chic villas with spectacular views of the Kalama Conservancy and Mount Kenya.

As the only lodge in over 200,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness teeming with wildlife to explore exclusively, you’ll be guided by Samburu warriors passionate about their land and culture.

A safari experience at Saruni Samburu is intimate and truly exceptional.

Main Destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation: Saruni Samburu, Meals: All Meals Included. Day 2-3: Samburu National Reserve.

During the next two days, you’ll enjoy morning and evening game drives in the Kalama Conservancy, Buffalo Springs National Park and Samburu National Park.

You can expect to see the Big Five, giant herds of Samburu elephants coming to drink at local waterholes, leopards making their lairs on rocky outcrops and packs of endangered African wild dogs exploring the plains below the lodge. The area is also home to rare endemic species, such as the Samburu five: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and gerenuk.

You can also enjoy a night game drive in the Kalama Conservancy (this activity is not permitted in the national park), guided bush walks, walking safaris with an armed guide, cultural visits to local villages, trekking excursions up the Samburu tribe’s sacred mountain, Mount Ololokwe, plus visits to local caves to see fascinating rock art.

Main Destination: Samburu National Reserve.

Accommodation: Saruni Samburu.

Meals: All Meals Included.

Next, you’ll take a domestic flight to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s superlative wildlife-watching destination. You’ll be staying for three nights at Saruni Mara, a luxury property comprised of five elegant cottages, one family villa and one private villa.

Tucked away in the Africa: Mara North Conservancy, a stay at Saruni Mara offers access to an exclusive, private wildlife concession bordering the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.

Relax with a complimentary 30-minute back and neck massage at Saruni Mara’s Wellbeing Space, then head out into the wilderness for a dusk safari and sundowners.

Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve.

Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp.

Meals: All Meals Included.

Over these two days, you’ll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve. This iconic reserve offers amazing wildlife viewing opportunities and it’s highly likely that you’ll see zebra, impala, gazelle, wildebeest, buffalo, rhino and elephant. You’ll also see lions, cheetahs and leopards.

There may also be the opportunity for a night game drive, where you’ll see nocturnal animals such as aardvarks and honey badgers .

In addition to game drives, there is a wide range of other activities that you can participate in during your time in the Masai Mara, including cultural visits to Maasai villages and markets, guided bush walks, horse riding, and black rhino tracking experiences.

You can also experience a magical hot air balloon flight over the plains of the Masai Mara, followed by a champagne breakfast.

Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve.

Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp.

Meals & Drink: All Meals Included.

Today, your Kenya 7 Days safari tour comes to an end. You’ll take a domestic flight from Mara to Wilson Airport, in Nairobi, then transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in plenty of time for your onward flight. Get in touch with our Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your tailor-made trip.

Main Destination: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast.

End of this Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari.

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A Guide to this Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE KENYA ITINERARY 7 DAYS SAFARI:

On this Kenya Itinerary 7 Days Safari in Kenya, all visitors must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveler. For further information on Visa requirements visitors are advised to contact their nearest Kenya Embassy or Consulate.

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LANGUAGE ON THIS KENYA ITINERARY 7 DAYS SAFARI:

English/Kiswahili

TIME:

GMT +3

VOLTAGE:

220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs. Power is from the government in the city/major towns and generator with inverter back up in the Safari Lodges and Camps.

CURRENCY: Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort. Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.

CLOTHING:

Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.

BAGGAGE:

Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.

WATER:

You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.

HEALTH;

East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential. You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS:

For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure we are notified prior to travel

GRATUITIES:

As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following: The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day

PHOTOGRAPHY:

Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.

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