Sunbird Special
8Nights/9Days - Nairobi - Lake Elementaita - Lake Naivasha -
Hell's Gate National Park - Lake Nakuru National Park - Masai Mara
Day 01: Arrival
On arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta Airport (morning flight), met by
our representative and later transferred to Nairobi Safari Club Hotel where
you will check-in and later we proceed to Nairobi National Park, an
ornithological paradise starter within the city environs. Afternoon guided
visit to National Museum Bird Gallery, Followed by a short bird walk at
Nairobi National Museum Botanic Garden. Here we anticipate to see species
like the Variable Sunbird, Bronze Sunbird and the Collard Sunbird, African
Goshawk, Palm swift, Baglafetch Weaver, among others. Lunch, Dinner and
Overnight stay will be at NAIROBI SAFARI CLUB or similar one. (LD)
Day
02: Nairobi - Lake Elementaita
Morning departure to Lake Elementaita arriving in the mid
morning bird walk to try andidentify available species like the
Feral lovebird, Avocet, Klaas' cuckoo, Glossy ibis, Black heron,
Red billed Teal, Black tailed godwit among others before time
for lunch at Lake Elementaita Lodge. An afternoon bird walk
around the lodge environs before time for Dinner and overnight
at LAKE ELEMENTAITA LODGE (BLD).
Day 03: Lake Elementaita -
Lake Naivasha
After breakfast we depart from Elementaita for a scenic drive
through the Great North road to Lake Naivasha arriving by
mid-morning for bird walk before time for lunch at Lake Naivasha
Lodge. Lake Naivasha being close to Lake Nakuru and 65 miles
from Nairobi, is freshwater Lake Naivasha. It was declared a
bird sanctuary in 1967 and also supports pastoral industries of
wine and flowers. During our full day field trip to Lake
Naivasha, we study the birds of the region such as herons, fish
eagles, ospreys, black crakes, and lily-trotters. Dominated by
the shadow of Mt. Longonot, few lakes in the world have a more
commanding or spectacular setting than Naivasha. We also have an
excursion to the Elsa mere Center. Activities include reliving
the experience of Joy Adamson and Elsa while viewing "Born
Free." Lake Naivasha being on the Rift floor is home to an
incredible variety of species. Over 450 species have been
recorded here. Dinner and overnight stay at LAKE NAIVASHA LODGE
(BLD)..
Day 04: Lake Naivasha -
Hell's Gate National Park
After breakfast, a morning bird walk with the aim of viewing
birds on the shores of the Lake with a few hours of relaxation
before lunch. Afternoon visit to Hell's Gate National Park,
which is a breeding ground for vultures in Kenya e.g.
Lammergeyer vultures we also anticipate for species like
Imperial eagle, Schalow's wheatear, Chin spot batis. Dinner &
overnight tonight will be served at LAKE NAIVASHA LODGE (BLD).
Day 05: Hell's Gate
National Park - Lake Nakuru
After breakfast depart for Lake Nakuru National Park known as
"The pink Heart Of Kenya" because of the millions of Flamingoes
that cover the lake with pink shine.
Afternoon game/bird viewing, dinner and overnight stay will be
at LAKE NAKURU LODGE (BLD).
Day 06: Lake Nakuru
National Park
Today we will spend the whole day bird watching at the park and
if lucky enough we have the chance to see the shy cat "the
Leopard" mostly seen in this park before returning for lunch at
the lodge. In the afternoon we have some time to relax before
embarking on our late afternoon game drive to try and capture
what was not seen during the day before the dusk engulf us.
Dinner and Overnight stay will be atLAKE NAKURU LODGE (BLD)

Day 07: Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara
Soon after breakfast, drive across the floor of the Great Rift
Valley the longest Rift in the crust of the Earth to Masai Mara
Game Reserve the unspoiled Savannah. Masai Mara is actually the
northern portion of the Great Plains ecosystem in the
neighboring Tanzania called Serengeti. It is a home to the "big
five" lion, buffalo, rhino, leopard and elephant as well
cheetah, zebra, giraffe and vast herds of plain antelope and
numerous and other wildlife.
Our accommodation for the
nights will be at one of the excellent lodge MARA SOPA LODGE.
Sopa is a Masai word meaning welcome and indeed this is a
tradition which has be well adopted by the lodge to all guest.
Set in the Oloolaimutia valley the lodge blends in the perfectly
with its surrounding hillside landscape. After lunch and some
time to relax and perhaps take a dip in the pool, you will
depart with your driver guide for an afternoon game drive in
search of the big five. As sun starts to edge dip into the
horizon it will be perfect time to photograph the beautiful Mara
rolling plains. Don't forget this is the right time to spot the
shy leopard. Dinner & overnight at MARA SOPA LODGE (BLD).
Day 08: Masai Mara
An early morning birding cum game drive after breakfast will be
our perfect start of another unforgettable and memorable birding
days in Africa. With picnic lunch en-route you spend your day in
Mara Plains trying to identify and record the over 450 species
record in this reserve. All meals and Overnight tonight will be
served at, MARA SOPA LODGE (BLD).
Day 09: Masai Mara -
Nairobi - Fly
After breakfast, we drive back to Nairobi arriving in time for
lunch at Toona Tree Restaurant where you can enjoy some good
Italian food, Check-in to a day room at Nairobi hotel. Farewell
dinner Later early in the evening, will be hosted by our company
at the world famous Carnivore Restaurant considered "Africa's
greatest eating experience" (if you love barbecue it doesn't get
better than this), and home to the "Simba Saloon" one of the
cities most popular night clubs. Thereafter you will be
transferred to the airport in time for your International
departure flight.
Included In The Above Quotation
- All Airport transfers to/from Hotel
- Transport throughout your safari in our Toyota Hiace fitted
with VHF radio call
- Full board accommodation while on safari to respective lodges
and Hotels
- Bed and breakfast basis at Nairobi Safaris Club Hotel
- All park entrance fees
- Experienced driver guide
- Experienced birding guide
- One boat ride at L.Naivasha
- Complimentary soft drinks and mineral water while on safari
- Complimentary dinner at Carnivore Restaurant on your last day
of your safari
Not Inclusive
- International Airfare
- Items of personal nature e.g ciggar
- Visa charges
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