From Nairobi: 5-Day Maasai Mara Safari with Night Drives
ID: GYG1182829-1813448
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Paese: Kenya
Durata:
5 giorni
Descrizione
Experience Kenya's magic on a 5-day safari from Nairobi. Explore Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Naivasha & Laikipia. Enjoy night drives, bush dinners & stargazing.
Day 1: Arrival and Journey to Maasai Mara
Meet your guide and fellow travelers at a central Nairobi hotel for a welcome meeting over coffee and snacks. Get a comprehensive briefing on the adventure ahead, focusing on the unique opportunities for night drives and cultural interactions in the legendary Maasai Mara.
Embark on a scenic drive to the Maasai Mara, one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife reserves. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and settle into your accommodation. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the Mara, witnessing the vast savannah teeming with wildlife. Enjoy a delicious dinner at your lodge, followed by an optional evening by the fire pit, listening to the sounds of the African night.
Day 2: Maasai Mara Magic and Night Safari
Wake early for a sunrise game drive in the Maasai Mara, when predators are most active and the golden light illuminates the plains. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and leisure time to relax by the pool or enjoy the lodge grounds.
Return to the Mara for afternoon exploration, culminating with a classic African sundowner at a scenic spot overlooking the savannah. As dusk falls, exit the national park and enter a bordering conservancy that permits night drives. With a powerful spotlight, your guide will unveil the Mara's secretive nocturnal life—from genets and aardvarks to hunting lions and prowling leopards. Enjoy a special arranged dinner in a safe, open-air boma within the conservancy, sharing stories of the evening's sightings.
Day 3: Amboseli Giants and Kilimanjaro Views
Depart the Maasai Mara after breakfast, enjoying the changing landscapes as you journey toward Amboseli. The majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro welcomes you as you arrive at your lodge for lunch.
Venture into Amboseli National Park for afternoon wildlife viewing, famous for its massive elephant herds against the stunning Kilimanjaro backdrop. Return to the lodge for dinner and an optional evening walk, or simply relax and soak in the views.
Day 4: Naivasha's Waters and Laikipia Wilderness
Depart Amboseli and drive to Lake Naivasha, arriving for lunch at your lakefront accommodation. Take a tranquil boat ride on Lake Naivasha to get up close to hippos and diverse waterbirds. Disembark on Crescent Island for a unique guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and antelope.
Continue north to the vast landscapes of the Laikipia Plateau. Settle into your comfortable tented camp at Ol Pejeta Conservancy for dinner. After your meal, your guide will lay out mats away from the lodge lights for a mesmerizing introduction to the Southern Hemisphere's night sky.
Day 5: Conservation and Return
Go on one last optional early morning game drive within Ol Pejeta, searching for rhinos and the Big Five. Have breakfast and begin the journey back to Nairobi, with a stop for lunch. Arrive in Nairobi and say goodbye to your guide and group, with drop-offs at airports or city hotels.
Punti salienti
- Extensive game drives in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Thrilling night safari with spotlight wildlife viewing
- Bush dinner experience under the African stars
- Elephant encounters with Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop in Amboseli
- Boat safari and walking safari on Crescent Island, Lake Naivasha
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
Night drives are conducted in conservancies, not in national parks.
The itinerary includes long drives between locations.
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Bring appropriate clothing for varying temperatures.
Respect local customs and wildlife.
INCLUSO
- Professional guide
- Welcome meeting with coffee and snacks
- Game drives in Amboseli National Park
- Night drive in conservancy
- Bush dinner under the stars
- Boat safari on Lake Naivasha
- Guided walking safari on Crescent Island
- Campfire stories
- Game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Stargazing session
- Visit to chimpanzee sanctuary
- Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
- Accommodation in lodges and tented camps
NON INCLUSO
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.