ESSK 022: 5 Days Lake Nakuru/Lake Naivasha/Maasai Mara

Adding to two memorable days at the game filled plains of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, this safari also takes you to Lake Nakuru National Park. Other than the bird population of different species and especially flamingos that carpet the lake in Nakuru, the park has its fair share of wildlife that include the endangered black rhino. From Lake Nakuru you will proceed to the neaby Lake Naivasha where you will enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha that will take you to Crescent Island for a walking safari - one of the few places in the world where one can wander on foot amidst wild animals as there are no predators

Daily departures, subject to minimum 2 persons booking.

Day 1: Nairobi/Lake Nakuru
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive to the floor of the Rift Valley with a brief stop at the Rift Valley viewpoint to take the most eyecatching view of the Escarpment. Proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park with scenic views of both Lake Naivasha and Lake Elementaita en route, which are in the Great Rift from afar on the main highway to Nakuru. Game viewing en route to Sarova Lion Hill Lodge.Lunch at the lodge followed by an afternoon game drive. Besides the flamingos that the lake is famous for, there are approx 400 other species of birds visiting the lake. Also, many species of game can be found in the park including the introduced Rothschild's giraffe, black and white rhino, waterbuck, reedbuck, lion, buffalo, leopard, baboon and many species of plains game. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Approx Transit time: 2½ hrs
Meal plan: {L, D}

Day 2: Lake Nakuru/Lake Naivasha
Another morning game drive in Nakuru, then depart for Naivasha arriving Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge in time for lunch. Afternoon boat ride on Lake Naivasha that takes you to Crescent Island for a walking safari. This is one of the few places in the world where one can wander on foot amidst wild animals - there are no predators. Return to Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Approx Transit time: 1hr
Meal plan: {B, L, D}

Day 3: Lake Naivasha/Maasai Mara
Depart Naivasha after breakfast and drive further along the floor of the Rift Valley to Maasai Mara Game Reserve, arriving Sentrim Mara Tented Camp in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive as you get a feel of this vast game filled reserve. Dinner and overnight at the permanent camp.
Approx Transit time: 5 hrs
Meal plan: {B, L, D}

Day 4: Maasai Mara
Spend the day in Maasai Mara, Kenya's most popular game sanctuary where you will have the best opportunity of spotting the Big Five - lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant. Game drives are flexible, with the option of going out with picnic lunch boxes to spend entire day in the park, or you can choose to have an early morning and late afternoon game drives. At extra cost you may visit a local Masai village to see their nomadic lifestyle; the Masai are famous for their bravery, as they have co-existed with the animals over the years. All meals and overnight at Sentrim Mara Tented Camp.
Meal plan: {B, L, D}

Day 5: Back to Nairobi
Another morning game drive in Mara after breakfast, then drive back to Nairobi arriving approx. 14:00 hrs. Drop off at your hotel or transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. End of services.
Approx Transit time: 5½ hrs
Meal plan: {B}

2012 Prices:
If using a Custom Safari Minibus
High season US$1338 per person sharing
Mid season US$1122 per person sharing
Low season US$1090 per person sharing

If using 4x4 Landcruiser
High season US$1758 per person sharing
Mid season US$1542 per person sharing
Low season US$1510 per person sharing

Seasons:
1. High Season: 16 Dec 2011 - 31 March 2012; 01 July - 15 Dec 2012
2. Mid season: 01 - 30 June 2012
3 . Low Season: 01 April - 31 May 2012

Prices include:
- Transportation in a custom safari minibus with pop-up roof ideal for game viewing and sightseeing.
- Services of a trained and experienced English speaking driver/guide
- Fullboard accommodation in the lodges as mentioned
- Bottled water for use during the safari
- Game drives and all park entry fees

Not included:
- International air transportation to and from Nairobi
- Expenses of personal nature such as visas, travel/baggage insurance, laundry, beverages, tips etc.
- Christmas, New Year and Easter supplements

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