5-days Aberdare-Nakuru- Maasai Mara
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day safari adventure, exploring three of Kenya's most captivating wildlife destinations. Begin in the lush Aberdare National Park, a haven for rare and elusive species like the bongo antelope and the colourful African fish eagle. Then, journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its breathtaking flocks of flamingos and diverse wildlife. Finally, experience the thrill of the Maasai Mara, witnessing the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal) and encountering the Big Five. This tour offers a comprehensive Kenyan safari experience, showcasing the country's diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife.
Day 1: Nairobi to Aberdare National Park
Day 2: Aberdare National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 3: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drives in Maasai Mara
Day 5: Maasai Mara to Nairobi
Activities:
* Game drives and guided walks in Aberdare National Park
* Visit the Treetops Lodge or The Ark for unique wildlife viewing opportunities
* Game drives in Lake Nakuru National Park and Maasai Mara National Reserve
* Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Maasai Mara (if travelling during the season)
Optional activities: Bird watching, hiking, visiting a Maasai village, or taking a hot air balloon safari in the Maasai Mara (additional cost).
Optional Travel Upgrade:
Travel Between Parks with Light Aircraft: For a seamless and time-efficient experience, consider upgrading your transportation between parks with a scenic light aircraft flight. This option offers breathtaking aerial views of the Kenyan landscape and significantly reduces travel time, allowing you to maximize your time on safari.
Wildlife & Scenic Highlights:
Aberdare National Park: Bongo antelopes, elephants, leopards, black rhinos, buffaloes, giant forest hogs, Sykes' monkeys, colobus monkeys, and a variety of bird species, including the African fish eagle and the Jackson's francolin.
Lake Nakuru National Park: Flamingos, rhinos (both black and white), lions, leopards, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, waterbucks, zebras, and a plethora of bird species, including pelicans, eagles, and storks.
Maasai Mara National Reserve: The Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes), cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and a diverse array of bird species, including ostriches, eagles, and vultures.
The Great Wildebeest Migration: Witness the annual spectacle of millions of wildebeests, zebras, and other herbivores crossing the Mara River in search of fresh grazing lands. (Seasonal, typically July-October)
Scenic Landscapes: The lush rainforest, cascading waterfalls, and moorlands of Aberdare, the picturesque landscapes of the Rift Valley, acacia forests, the shimmering waters of Lake Nakuru, and the vast plains, rolling hills, and acacia-dotted savannahs of the Maasai Mara.