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Private Tour

10 Days Magical Birdwatching Safari

Duration

10 Days / 9 Nights

Destinations

Kenya (Samburu

Accommodation

As Per Itinerary

Meals

Flights

Overview

About this tour

Embarking on a 10 Days Magical Birdwatching Safari is the ultimate East African
adventure for wildlife enthusiasts and avian observers alike. This comprehensive
10 Days Magical Birdwatching Safari leads you through Kenya’s premier ecosystems from
the arid northern savannas of Samburu to the flamingo-rich waters of Lake Nakuru
and Lake Bogoria, rolling grasslands of Masai Mara, and the shadow of Kilimanjaro
in Amboseli.

Whether you are eager to spot the unique “Samburu Special Five,” marvel at hot water
geysers, or watch massive elephant herds in Amboseli’s swamps, this 10 Days Magical
Birdwatching Safari offers an unmatched wilderness circuit in private transport.
Explore official conservation updates at Kenya Wildlife Service (https://www.kws.go.ke).

Day by day

Detailed itinerary

Early in the morning, meet our Kenya safari driver-guide at your pick-up point
in Nairobi and transfer to our office for a warm brief. Drive past Nanyuki Town
and the Equator line to arrive at Samburu National Reserve in the late afternoon
for a hot lunch at the lodge. Experience an introductory evening safari drive
for up-close wildlife encounters, including the Samburu Special Five. Enjoy the
sunset before returning to the lodge for dinner and a bonfire stay.

Accommodation : Samburu Sopa Lodge

After breakfast, depart with packed picnic lunches for a full-day wildlife and
birdwatching safari in Samburu National Reserve. Explore along the Ewaso Nyiro River
where wildlife gathers to drink. Track Grevy’s zebras, Beisa oryxes, Reticulated
giraffes, Somali ostriches, and wild dogs until late evening. Return to the lodge
for dinner, a bonfire, and optional activities like a Maasai village visit or camel
riding.

Accommodation : Samburu Sopa Lodge

Experience an early pre-breakfast game drive to catch the sunrise and predators on
the hunt. Return to the lodge for full breakfast, check out, and depart for Lake
Nakuru National Park via Nyahururu Waterfalls and Subukia viewpoint. Arrive at the
lodge in Lake Nakuru in time for relaxation, dinner, bonfire, and overnight.

Accommodation : Lake Nakuru Lodge

Enjoy breakfast overlooking Lake Nakuru, then check out for a 4-hour safari drive
to spot black and white rhinos, flamingos, lions, buffalos, and giraffes. Visit
Baboon Cliff viewpoint before driving to Lake Bogoria, arriving at Bogoria Spa
for lunch. In the late afternoon, visit Lake Bogoria’s hot springs, enjoy an
optional boat ride, or visit the local Njemps village before returning for dinner.

Accommodation : Lake Bogoria Spa Resort

After breakfast, leave Lake Bogoria and drive south to the Masai Mara Game Reserve
with stopovers at Lake Naivasha and Narok town. Arrive at Sopa Lodge for lunch, a
short siesta, and an afternoon game drive across the Mara plains. Return for
dinner, bonfire, and overnight stay.

Accommodation : Mara Sopa Lodge

Equipped with packed picnic lunches, spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara.
Traverse the reserve all the way to the Mara River, the site of the Great Migration
crossings (July–October). Spot hippos and crocodiles along the banks, enjoy lunch in
the wild, and continue game viewing until evening. Return for optional cultural
activities, dinner, and overnight stay.

Accommodation : Mara Sopa Lodge

Enjoy an optional early morning Maasai village cultural visit to interact with
the local community. Depart Masai Mara for Amboseli National Park, driving via
Nairobi and the Nairobi–Mombasa highway with lunch en route. Arrive in Amboseli in
time for check-in, dinner, and overnight.

Accommodation : Amboseli Lodge / Camp

Enjoy an early breakfast facing Mount Kilimanjaro, then set off with packed lunches
for a full-day safari. Visit Observation Hill and traverse the plains, focusing on
swampy areas where large elephant herds bathe and feed alongside diverse bird species.
Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation : Amboseli Lodge / Camp

Enjoy a pre-sunrise game drive in Amboseli, then return to the lodge for full
breakfast. Check out and drive to Tsavo West National Park, arriving at Ngulia
Safari Lodge for hot lunch. In the afternoon, explore Tsavo West and visit Mzima
Springs to observe hippos, crocodiles, and fish from the underwater viewing chamber.
Return to the lodge for dinner, bonfire, and overnight.

Accommodation : Ngulia Safari Lodge

Take a final early morning safari drive in Tsavo West before returning for breakfast.
Check out with magnificent safari memories and embark on the return drive to Nairobi,
where your guide will drop you off at your preferred hotel or airport.

What is covered

Inclusions and exclusions

Included

  • All national park and reserve admission fees
  • Accommodation as specified throughout the itinerary
  • All meals while on safari (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Dedicated safari vehicle transport for all 10 days
  • All scheduled game drives as detailed in the itinerary
  • Services of a professional, knowledgeable driver-guide
  • Bottled drinking water per person per day on safari
  • Government taxes and levies
  • Complimentary pick-up upon arrival in Nairobi

Not included

  • Personal travel, medical, and baggage insurance
  • Visa fees (Kenya Electronic Travel Authorization – eTA)
  • Pre or post safari accommodation in Nairobi
  • Tips and gratuities for driver-guides and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses (beverages, laundry, souvenirs)
  • Optional activities (e.g., Maasai village visits, Lake Naivasha boat rides)

Before you go

Key information

Key information
  • Samburu Special Five: Track Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, Reticulated giraffe,
  • Somali ostrich, and gerenuk.
  • Rift Valley Lakes: Visit Lake Nakuru for rhinos and Lake Bogoria for hot water springs and rich birdlife.
  • World-Famous Masai Mara: Full-day game drives exploring the Mara River and savanna predators.
  • Amboseli’s Jumbo Elephants: Panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and vast elephant herds.
  • Tsavo West & Mzima Springs: Discover dramatic volcanic landscapes and underwater hippo observatories.

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