Kenya Safari Adventure • Masai Mara • Lake Nakuru

Journey through the colorful landscapes of Africa on Kenya Adventure Safaris, starting in Nairobi and ending in the Masai Mara for 10 days. From the thriving and bustling metropolis of Nairobi, filled with a day of bead factories, cafes, giraffe centers, and elephant orphanges, to the abundant plains of Kenya’s National Parks. Explore the renowned Amboseli National Park with the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro in search of the great tusker elephants, boat cruises on Lake Naivasha, finding flamingos in Lake Nakuru National Park, and finally heading to the famous and fascinating Masai Mara. This Kenyan adventure is a visual feast of biodiverse and abundant wildlife; an experience of Africa at its finest.

Highlights of Kenya

Nairobi Elephant Orphanage

The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust was founded in 1977 by Dame Daphne Sheldrick D.B.E, in honour of the memory of her late husband, famous naturalist and founding Warden of Tsavo East National Park, David Leslie William Sheldrick MBE, who claimed a rich and deeply rooted family history in wildlife and conservation. Born from one family’s passion for Kenya and its wilderness, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is today the most successful orphan elephant rescue and rehabilitation program in the world and one of the pioneering conservation organizations for wildlife and habitat protection in East Africa.

Amboseli National Park

Located in the southern reaches of Kenya, the Amboseli National Park is renowned for its excellent variety of wildlife, such as Masaai giraffe, elephant, lion and cheetah, and is, not surprisingly, one of Kenya’s most popular parks. The landscape of Amboseli is dominated by the majestic snow cap of Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as open plains, acacia woodland, swamps, and the massif of Ol Doinyo Orok. The birding is excellent, especially near the lakes and swamps. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to large herds of elephants, among other wildlife species. Other attractions of the park include opportunities to meet the Maasai people and soak up spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

Lake Naivasha

Lake Naivasha is the highest of the Rift Valley Lakes and, despite having no outlet, is one of only two Rift Valley freshwater lakes. The beautiful lake is fringed by papyrus and acacia trees and supports a vast array of bird species. Although it is more than 10 km wide, it is very shallow and its area varies considerably with the rainfall – so much so that in the early 1900s it completely dried up.

Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park was created to protect the Lake and its flocks of Lesser Flamingo which are drawn to the algae that flourishes in the saline waters of the soda lake. The national park is home to hippos, black and white rhino, Rothschild giraffe, buffalo, and eland.

Masai Mara National Reserve

One of Kenya’s undisputed natural highlights is the Masai Mara National Reserve, which sprawls across more than 1,500 square kilometers of the country’s southwest. The park protects a phenomenal array of game, including species such as elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo, as well as crocodile and hippopotamus in the Mara River. The birdlife is no less impressive, with over 450 resident bird species. However, the true highlight here is the Great Migration, recognized as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World.

Accommodation

Day 1 & 2

The Heron Portico Nairobi (or similar)

Day 3 & 4

Ol Tukai Lodge (or similar)

Day 5 & 6

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort (or similar)

Day 7 – 9

Mara Eden Safari Camp (or similar)

Included

Private Safari Vehicle
All Accommodation & Meals according to itinerary
All Entrance Fees
All Game Drives
English speak Driver/Guide

Excluded

All Flights
Visa (USD 50 per person)
All Drinks
Optional Activities, e.g. balloon safari

Pre-Tour Information

JENMAN Africa Safaris has extensive knowledge and experience in most African Countries. Throughout the many years we have learnt about a few “Do’s and Dont’s” while travelling in and around Africa. We have therefore developed this list for you to read at your leisure. All tips are not always relevant to all the areas that you travel to – depending on your tour.

Due to a lack of transparent and credible regulation relating to ethically acceptable practices where captive wildlife is concerned, Jenman African Safaris has taken the decision not to support any activities that include physical contact with captive wildlife. We urge you to consider the ethical implications of taking part in any such activity that may be offered at your lodge.

Departure: Get some rest on the first day of your arrival – you may need some time to adjust to a different time zone. Rather arrive a day early to rest and start off your tour refreshed and ready for adventure!

Currency: When you need to exchange your currency, avoid any exchanges on the street or in other areas that may seem suspect. Always note that even when people approach you with an, e.g., 50% premium exchange rate offer, this exchange is considered part of the black market and is illegal! Hotels, Camps and Lodges can change money, but sometimes the rate is slightly lower. We recommend that you visit an accredited Bureau de Change.

Credit Cards: Credit cards such as Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted in most areas as well as at bigger hotels and lodges.

Telephone: In most areas you can call internationally – however please note that some of the smaller areas may not have these facilities and international phone calls are costly. Also, built up areas and towns do have cell-phone reception!

Passports, Documents and Valuables: Please make sure that you keep your passport, documents and any other valuables with you at all times! We recommend that a copy of these documents should be made and kept in another safe place in case something happens to the originals. Never leave valuables alone and remember you are on safari, so expensive and valuable jewellery is not necessary.

Packing: Remember to always check the amount of luggage you are allowed to take on the plane as well as on the Safari Vehicle – they may differ. We recommend that a soft bag is used instead of a hard suitcase as it’s preferable on safari. Most air flights allow for 20kgs and our scheduled safaris are limited to 15kgs per person. Don’t forget to put luggage tags on your suitcases (for the airplane and the safari).

Luggage and Medication: Please be advised that you should put any medication that you need (e.g.: diabetes medication) into your hand luggage, even with the strict regulations, airlines will allow that as long as you have a letter from your doctor.

What to wear: You are on safari and out in the bush so make sure that you are comfortably dressed with comfortable shoes. Always have a mix of clothing including; summer clothes, light raincoat, warm top and a hat.

Anti-malaria medication: A lot of areas in Africa are affected by Malaria – we strongly recommend that you take your anti-malaria medication. Take your medication exactly as its prescribed and directed, don’t skip any medication! At the end of your safari, if at any time you develop influenza symptoms please consult your doctor immediately.

Power and Electricity: Most places (hotels, lodges) have electricity. But we always recommend that you should take a flash light with you on safari. Always remember if you plug something in (e.g.: One of your appliances) there may be a different voltage! The usual voltage is 220-240 AC. If you appliance does not match this voltage you need to bring a converter with as some lodges may not have a converter for you to use.

Gratuities: Tipping is not included in meals unless there is a service charge included in the bill – then you don’t need to tip. Normal tipping is 10% of the bill for drinks and food. Tipping for guides and drivers are always appreciated and range from US$5 and US$10 per day.

Kenya Safari Adventure • 10 Days

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