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Have a memorable 8-day Safari experience with Antonio Safaris.
Begin the adventure in Central Kenya and into the sanctuary of the Rhino population, which is Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Apart from the conservation of the largest rhino population in Kenya, Ol Pejeta is home to two of the last remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world and is the only host habitat to chimpanzees and orphaned or rescued animals in East Africa.
The road will lead you towards the Northern part of Kenya, to explore Samburu National Reserve, a premier conservation area and home to the Special 5 wildlife species. Samburu is also the reserve a famous lioness named Mamunyak adopted a baby Oryx. Apart from the rare species, Samburu offers a diverse wildlife ecosystem including the big cats among others.
Moving on to the Birdwatcher’s Paradise and home to the White Rhino species, Lake Nakuru National Park. The Park, although relatively small, is home to several wildlife species, including the elusive leopard. It hosts over 400 recorded bird species including flamingoes and pelicans that make the Lake Nakuru their natural habitat.
Finally, visit the Masai Mara, the highlight destination of your Safari. With majestic rolling landscapes, all the Big Five species, various ecosystems, diverse wildlife and a mind-blowing cultural heritage, Masai Mara does not disappoint. The Mara hosts most of the larger mammal wildlife and host the most fascinating animal events in the world, the Wildebeest Migration.
An Antonio Safaris representative will meet you at your Nairobi Hotel or at the Airport. After a warm welcome and a short briefing on your Safari itinerary, you will then board the 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser and be on your way to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. You will cross the rich and fertile central highlands while admiring the stunning landscapes on your way to Sweetwaters.
Arrive at Ol Pejeta in time for check-in and lunch. Relax at the lodge/camp, after which you will proceed for an afternoon Game Drive in the Park. An expansive conservation area, home to the largest population of rhinos, Ol Pejeta still boasts of other wildlife species. An acquaintance with the park on the first day will leave you yearning for more.
You will return to the lodge or camp for dinner in the evening. There is a thrilling option of a night game drive in the park at an extra cost. Afterwards, you will spend the night at your lodge/camp.
Wake up to a hearty breakfast, before embarking on a Full-day Game drive in the park. You will carry along with you a parked lunch. A game drive in search for both black and white Rhinos among other wildlife including elephants, lions and buffaloes, is a specialty in Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Visit the Sweetwaters Sanctuary, the only one of its kind in Kenya, with an opportunity to observe the orphaned chimps among other animals rescued from the black market. Also, enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated picturesque picnic spot within the park and revel in the sounds of the wilderness around you.
Return to the camp/lodge in the evening to freshen up and enjoy a leisurely meal. Spend the night at the camp/lodge awaiting your next adventure.
With an early breakfast, leave Ol Pejeta conservancy and the homely highlands behind as you depart for Samburu National Reserve, a premier game reserve at the shores of River Ewaso Ng’iro in the Northern part of Kenya.
Arrive in time for check-in and lunch at Samburu. Proceed for an afternoon Game Drive after some relaxation at the accommodation. Samburu is famous for its special five namely the Beisa Oryx, the Gerenuk, the Reticulated Giraffe, the Gravy’s Zebra, and the Somali Ostrich. The game drive gives you an opportunity to search for and identify these animals in the wild.
You will return and have dinner and overnight stay at the lodge/camp.
Wake up to a leisurely breakfast, then prepare for a Full Day Game Drive in the Park. With a parked lunch, you will head out in search of the Samburu’s special five wildlife species among others. An early morning also presents an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the elusive leopard in its natural habitat.
Samburu is also, where a famous lioness called Mamunyak adopted a baby Oryx. You will drive through the park where you will encounter other wildlife including elephants and the Big Cat predators. The African Wild Dogs’ sightings are also quite common in Samburu.
Enjoy a picnic lunch within the park and return to the lodge/camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
After an early breakfast at the lodge, depart from Samburu for the famous Lake Nakuru National Park. The Park hosts the Lake Nakuru, a charming lake on the floor of the Great Rift Valley.
Arrive just in time to check in and enjoy a hearty lunch. After a short rest at the accommodation, you will proceed for an afternoon game drive in the park.
The park, famously known as the Bird Watcher’s paradise, is home to over 400-recorded bird species, including the greater and lesser flamingoes that flock the lake. The park also hosts diverse wildlife including the endangered black and white rhinos, the endangered Rothschild giraffe among others.
You will return to the lodge/camp for a lovely dinner and overnight stay.
Wake up to an early breakfast, before embarking on an adventurous journey from Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve. With diverse wildlife species, stunning landscapes, an expansive ecosystem and an eye-opening cultural heritage, the Mara is a mind-blowing destination.
Make a brief stop en route at the Rift Valley viewpoint for a breath-taking view of the rift valley and a bathroom break. Arrive in Mara, check-in, enjoy a lovely lunch and relax. Afterwards, you will proceed with an Afternoon game drive.
The Mara will warmly welcome you to feast your eyes upon its beautiful splendor of wilderness. Being the home to all The Big five wildlife species, Mara hosts one of the most fascinating animal events in the world, the Wildebeest Migration.
You will proceed back to the lodge/camp at dusk for dinner and overnight stay.
With the option of a Balloon Safari, take to the Mara skies in the early morning for an aerial scenic view and experience the Mara in its entire splendor.
Return to the camp for breakfast, and then embark on a Full-day Guided Game Drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve. The Masai Mara, a renowned world destination, presents scenic rolling landscapes flowing with diverse wildlife species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the middle of the Mara’s gently rolling landscapes or near the shores of the Mara River. The largest annual animal migration in the world happens in Mara. The great Wildebeest Migration in July through October is where Wildebeests migrate from the plains of the Serengeti to Masai Mara, across the overflowing, crocodile, and hippo-infested Mara River. The Wildebeests set the pace for Zebras and Antelopes who follow them across and into the rich plains of Masai Mara.
However, across the river and on the other shore of the Mara River, the wildebeests encounter the prowling Big Cats of the Mara ready to feast, a hurdle they have to overcome and enjoy the green pastures of the Mara.
At dusk, you will make your way back to the lodge/camp for a hearty meal, an opportunity to relax and a good night sleep.
After a leisurely breakfast, you will say your goodbyes to the Mara. You will have an option to visit the local Masai people in the surroundings learn their culture and interact with them.
Enjoy a blissful drive back to Nairobi. Drop off at your Nairobi Hotel or the Nairobi Airport for your onward flight home
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