Kenya Lodge Safari

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8 days (ex Nairobi)

Destinations visited: Kenya, Nairobi, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Visit Africa and forge into the heart of Kenya's finest game parks on this eight-day overland journey. Visit Kenya's amazing natural sights by day and in the evenings, kick back in the comfort of a well-appointed lounge or private tented camp and fall asleep to the sounds of nocturnal animals. Watch Kenya's abundant flamingos make Lake Nakuru blush pink; pass herds of animals on the vast plains of the Masai Mara; and enjoy night-time wildlife encounters at the famous Treetops lodge - the ultimate Kenya lodge safari experience. You'll head home invigorated by the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation.

Highlights

Be enchanted by the famous flamingos of Lake Nakuru.
Take a walk in the Crater Lake Game Sanctuary.
Watch lions prowling the famous Masai Mara.
Soak up the hectic vibe of Nairobi.
Track down elephants and rhinos in Aberdare National Park.
Relax at a luxurious Kenyan safari lodge.

Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi

Step into the hectic capital of Kenya, Nairobi. Arriving early? Perhaps visit a museum to learn more about Kenya's history or relax in one of the many restaurants, bars and cafes that are dotted throughout this city.

Day 2 Aberdare National Park

Enjoy a Kenyan country-style lunch before journeying into the heart of Aberdare National Park. Take in panoramic views of the forest and waterholes below and try to spot buffaloes, rhinos, elephants, giant forest hogs, pythons and antelope.

Day 3 Lake Nakuru

Head west to visit the vast Lake Nakuru National Park in the heart of the Rift Valley. Lake Nakuru is justly famous for its visiting flocks of flamingos, pelicans, terns and cormorants but there are plenty of land-dwelling animals as well. Rare Rothschild's giraffes and both black and white rhinos can be spotted within the park's boundaries.

Days 4-5 Lake Naivasha

Admire the expert craft work of villagers before heading to Lake Naivasha - home to an immense variety of birds. Enjoy a walk in the Crater Lake Game Sanctuary and a boat ride to the Elsamere Conservation Centre - former home of naturalist Joy Adamson.

Days 6-7 Masai Mara National Reserve

One of Africa's most famous reserves, the iconic Masai Mara is a landscape of sweeping plains and host to buffaloes, gazelles and other herbivores. In turn, these well-fed creatures are prey for lions, leopards, cheetahs and other stealthy predators. Drive out at dusk or dawn to try and spot these great cats and other wildlife in action.

Day 8 Nairobi

Hit the road and return to multicultural Nairobi for a final taste of Kenyan culture.

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Accommodation

Lodge (4 nts), Permanent tented camp (2 nts), Hotel (1 nt)

Transport

Overland vehicle

Budget

Allow USD $80 for meals not included.

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