Sopa Safari – Kenya

An extremely popular 7-day safari filled with adventure and magnificent wildlife, as well as diverse and stunning landscapes from rolling hills and mountains to dry desert and lush savannahs.

This itinerary presents some of the absolute highlights of Kenya.

The adventure starts in the picturesque Amboseli National Park where you will stay in a delightful property on the slopes Mount Kilimanjaro.

In Lake Naivasha, which is home to some of the most unique wildlife in Kenya and a host of birds, the accommodation is spread out along the shady shores of the Rift Valley Lake.

Around Lake Nakuru a game reserve has been created where the endangered black rhino is protected and may be seen along with antelope, giraffes, lions and hyenas.

In the Masai Mara, famed for its vast numbers of plains game and the spectacular big cats, you will stay in a luxury Lodge, which offers an unrivalled position for wildlife spotting, and is close to the action during the annual wildebeest migration.

Duration

8 Days 7 Nights

Travellers

Guaranteed Depature

Inclusion

All Covid 19 Protocols observed
Safari vehicle with pop up roof for exclusive use
Services of a Qualified English Tour guide
Meals as per the itinerary
Transfers
All Park and entrance fees
Accommodation as per the itinerary
Bottle of mineral water each day while on safari
AMREF Flying Doctors for evacuation
All Government taxes and Levies

Exclusion

International and Local air tickets
Visas
Travel Insurance
Boat Ride
Gratuity for Porters, waiters and Driver guide
Drinks (Premium wines, beer, Champagne, Soft drinks, Juices)
Any item of personal nature
Balloon safari (500 USD)

Destination

Amboseli National Park, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara

Tour Start Date & Time

Highlights

Hailed as the best place in Africa to see elephants, the game-rich landscapes of Amboseli are set against the dramatic backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Prolific wildlife of the Masai Mara including lion, elephant, hippo, and giraffe
Float silently above the golden grasslands of the Maasai Mara on our Hot Air Balloon Safari – and touch down for a Champagne Breakfast.
Game drives, short nature walks and optional cultural village and walking excursions
Experience boat riding and look for hippos on the lake Naivasha
Enjoy prolific birdlife in Lake Nakuru National Park

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Nairobi, Kenya

On arrival at the airport, you’ll be warmly greeted by our representative and escorted to Hilton Garden Inn for overnight. Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 2: Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

Breakfast in the Hotel. At 0700hrs depart with your dedicated safari driver guide to Amboseli National Park arriving in time for lunch at Sopa Lodge with game viewing en-route. The Lodge is Set against the magnificent backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, the glittering Mount Kilimanjaro.

Amboseli is a place of stark contrast, the name meaning “salty dust” in Maasai. Amboseli, despite its sometimes dry and dusty appearance, has an endless supply of water filtered through thousands of feet of volcanic rock from Mt. Kilimanjaro’s snow melt. These underground streams converge into clear fresh water springs in the heart of the park. If you are lucky, you may get to see the shimmering dry lakebed with false mirages of populated horizons.

Do not miss the dawn game drives, when the plains are golden with the new day’s sun and the predators are most active. This is truly a magical time. Overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge or Similar. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 3: Amboseli National Park

Full day in Amboseli National Park with morning and afternoon game viewing drives. Up at dawn – the Amboseli plains are golden with the new day’s sun. This is also the time that the lions go on their hunts. Every turn will bring a new wildlife surprise. Elephant are a dominant presence in Amboseli. Here, you are able to spot some of the older “tuskers” lumbering almost delicately before the backdrop of highest free-standing mountain in the world – Mount Kilimanjaro. Herds of zebra and wildebeest are easily seen. Amboseli is also the home to Cape Buffalo, hippo, eland, giraffe, as well as cheetah. Overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge or Similar. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 4: Amboseli – Lake Naivasha

After an early breakfast in the Lodge, check-out and drive to Nairobi then proceed north to the edge of the escarpment over the Rift Valley before descending into the valley and to Lake Naivasha, a large freshwater lake surrounded by grassy banks and olive trees. Cruise the lake on a boat, watching for hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo; and peer through your binoculars to spot lovebirds, ibis, and the African fish eagle. Step ashore at Crescent Island—a peaceful wildlife sanctuary located in the middle of the lake— and enjoy a guided stroll in search of wildebeest, zebras, and giraffes. Overnight at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge or Similar. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru

After breakfast in the Lodge, check-out and proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park. Lunch in the Lodge followed by several game viewing drives. The destination is best known for its absolutely superb birdlife, with over 450 species recorded. This region of Kenya is also one of the densest rhino populations on the continent. Other many wildlife can easily be seen. Overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge. Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

After Breakfast, set out to the world’s renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will most likely see the Big Five. Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Similar. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7: Experience Mara

Balloon ride: Participate in optional hot Air Balloon and a bush breakfast upon landing at an extra cost of $500 per person.

Technically Mara is an extension of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park. The park stands Centre-stage to one of the most spectacular phenomena of the natural world -The Great Annual Wildebeest Migration, Fêted as one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World”, this cross border event, is one of the last great migrations, and a unique world heritage. The Mara is Kenya’s most famous and finest game sanctuary. From July to October each year, the wildebeests in their troops arrive at the Kenyan border, ready to cross the steep banks of the broad and fast flowing Mara River. This crossing is truly the greatest episode of the entire migration. Hot on their heels are the predators of the savannah. visit to a Maasai Village for a glimpse into the lives of this semi-nomadic tribe. Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Similar. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 8: Maasai Mara – Nairobi

Wake up for early morning game drive before returning to the Lodge for a full breakfast. Thereafter depart back to Nairobi arriving right in time for Lunch. Afterwards you will be transferred to the Airport for your homebound flight or proceed with your onwards arrangements. Meal Plan: Breakfast

Enjoy your safari experience!!

Sopa Safari – Kenya