Embark on a journey to the enchanting home of the African safari, fiery savannah sunsets and the colourfully clad Maasai - an epic adventure through Kenya's iconic wilderness.
Embark on a journey to the enchanting home of the African safari, fiery savannah sunsets and the colourfully clad Maasai - an epic adventure through Kenya's iconic wilderness.
Karibu! Your Kenyan safari adventure begins in the capital, Nairobi, where you will be met at the airport by a Trafalgar Representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend the evening with your fellow explorers and your Driver Guide enjoying a delicious Welcome Reception at the world-famous Carnivore restaurant.
The full duration of this itinerary is operated by a 4 X 4 safari vehicle, including all road travel and safari game drives. The trip will travel over a variety of terrains, resulting in some rough and bumpy journeys.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Tamarind Tree
'Make A Difference' this morning during your visit to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Here you'll learn about the organisation's acclaimed Orphans' Project which provides hope for the future of Kenya's threatened elephant and rhino populations. Watch the resident baby elephants wallowing in their daily mud bath, then travel to the leafy suburb of Karen for lunch followed by a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum, the former home of the famous Danish 'Out of Africa' author who chose Kenya as her home.
Leave the hustle and bustle of Nairobi behind and embark on a 4x4 journey north through the Mt. Kenya region. Continue your safari adventure with an afternoon game drive in Samburu National Reserve, tracking such species as the Grevy's Zebra and the Reticulated Giraffe endemic to the northern Kenya region. Your accommodation tonight is a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Experience the Samburu National Reserve from a different perspective, as you embark on a guided walking safari along a section of its periphery. This excursion is expertly guided by a naturalist, who will share their wealth of knowledge about the flora, fauna and animals you see along the way and for your safety, there will be an armed game ranger accompanying.
Adult Price: $25.00
Day 4
Samburu National Reserve Safari Game Drives
Made famous in the award-winning book and movie Born Free, Samburu National Reserve was the home of Elsa, the famous lioness raised by conservationists George and Joy Adamson. Rise early with the birds and embark on a morning game drive through acacia forest and expansive grasslands in search of wildlife. Relax at your camp on your return then head out back out into the savannah on a late afternoon game drive.
Toast to a successful day on safari and your time in Samburu National Reserve during this sundowner experience. Your driver will find the perfect spot to watch one of Africa's beautiful sunsets; sit back and watch the sun sink with your choice of alcoholic or non alcoholic drink in hand. The bar stays open for drink top ups for 45 minutes before you return to your lodge for dinner.
Adult Price: $45.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 5
Samburu National Reserve - Aberdare National Park
Journey south to Aberdare National Park, where en route you'll 'Connect With Locals' over the robust aromas of coffee during a 'Be My Guest' experience on a plantation in the highlands of central Kenya. You'll have an opportunity to sample some of the local coffee and learn how your hosts are part of a cooperative system from production through to sale. Stay overnight in one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' - The Ark Lodge. Reminiscent of Noah's Ark, this accommodation offers four viewing areas from which to observe the endemic bird and animal species which frequent the on-site waterhole and salt lick.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - The Ark Lodge
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest, Dinner
Day 6
Aberdare National Park - Lake Nakuru National Park
Have your camera ready for a photo stop at the spectacular Thomson's Falls before connecting with the soul of Africa's Great Rift Valley. Visit the bird watcher's paradise that is Lake Nakuru National Park, then join your Driver Guide for an afternoon game drive to spot pink flamingos lining the lakeshore and to search for lion and leopard.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Lake Nakuru Lodge
Lake Nakuru National Park - Maasai Mara National Reserve (2 Nights)
Your journey continues to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, your home for the next two nights. During your time here, spend some time at your lodge's watering hole where large pods of hippo can often be seen.
Dining beneath the stars against the background of the African bush is a unique and unforgettable experience. A gentle stroll along lamp-lit paths takes you to the bush dining area where tables, chairs, campfire, hurricane lanterns, bush bar and bush kitchen will already be set up. Relax around the campfire whilst your selection of meat and fish is freshly prepared by the chef on the glowing charcoal stoves. Your accompaniments of salads, vegetarian options and your desserts are plentiful. During this special dinner, Maasai dancers will be on hand to demonstrate some traditional dances.
Adult Price: $65.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 8
Maasai Mara Full Day Safari Game Drive
Don your hat and polish those binoculars for a full day of safari in Maasai Mara's wilderness. When you're not traversing the savannah in search of the Big 5, you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and join a Maasai community in their local village. Watch the colourfully clad warriors demonstrate their jumping prowess, then tour the village to gain in-depth insights into their daily life. Later, indulge in a bush picnic - the sounds of the bush the perfect accompaniment while you keep your eyes peeled for the flash of resident Bee-eaters, Rollers and Hoopoes flitting from tree to tree.
Your Kenyan safari adventure at its end, you'll return to Nairobi, where a day room has been reserved for you at one of Nairobi's airport hotels prior to your evening flight home.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
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Available on day 3
Samburu Guided Nature Walk
Experience the Samburu National Reserve from a different perspective, as you embark on a guided walking safari along a section of its periphery. This excursion is expertly guided by a naturalist, who will share their wealth of knowledge about the flora, fauna and animals you see along the way and for your safety, there will be an armed game ranger accompanying.
Adult Price: $25.00
Available on day 4
Samburu Sundowner
Toast to a successful day on safari and your time in Samburu National Reserve during this sundowner experience. Your driver will find the perfect spot to watch one of Africa's beautiful sunsets; sit back and watch the sun sink with your choice of alcoholic or non alcoholic drink in hand. The bar stays open for drink top ups for 45 minutes before you return to your lodge for dinner.
Adult Price: $45.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 7
Bush Banquet with Maasai Entertainment
Dining beneath the stars against the background of the African bush is a unique and unforgettable experience. A gentle stroll along lamp-lit paths takes you to the bush dining area where tables, chairs, campfire, hurricane lanterns, bush bar and bush kitchen will already be set up. Relax around the campfire whilst your selection of meat and fish is freshly prepared by the chef on the glowing charcoal stoves. Your accompaniments of salads, vegetarian options and your desserts are plentiful. During this special dinner, Maasai dancers will be on hand to demonstrate some traditional dances.
Adult Price: $65.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
8 breakfasts, 7 lunches (including Be My Guest), 7 dinners
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Connect With Locals
Savour the rich aroma of coffee during an exclusive Be My Guest experience with local farmers at a Kenyan coffee plantation. (Day 5)
Dive Into Culture
Visit a Maasai village for an in-depth perspective into the daily life of this colourful tribe. (Day 8)
Make A Difference
at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust whose Orphans' Project will benefit from funds received from Trafalgar's visit. (Day 2)
Stays With Stories
Resembling Noah's Ark, the Ark Lodge in Aberdare National Park has four viewing areas for observing the wildlife which congregate around a floodlit waterhole and salt lick. (Day 5)
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Flights: Onward flights should not be booked to depart Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta Airport before 5pm
Please Note: The full duration of this itinerary is operated by a 4 X 4 safari vehicle, including all road travel and safari game drives. The trip will travel over a variety of terrains, resulting in some rough and bumpy journeys. Guests must travel with a soft sided bag or medium size suitcases due to limited space in the safari vehicles.
Small Group: Maximum 12 guests per departure. Trip is operated by six seater 4 X 4 safari vehicles for better opportunities to view game in their natural surrounds.
Please Note: Guaranteed Room Share and Triple Rooms are not available on this trip.
Festive Departure: The 20 December 2020 departure will celebrate Christmas at Lake Nakuru National Park with a festive meal.
Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Trip prices are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All trip information is correct at time of trips going live, however are subject to change - please confirm all details at time of booking.
Twin-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, South Africa, Kenya & Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips. Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA) as well as Panama, the Canal & Beyond (LPAN).
For trips that are part of our Guaranteed Room Share, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless travelling as part of a family group.
