7 Nights From Nairobi to Maasai Mara

•   Nairobi: 1 night
   Samburu: 2 nights
   Treetops: 1 night
   Lake Naivasha: 1 night
   Maasai Mara: 2 nights

Cheetah Safari

Nairobi, Samburu, Treetops, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara

The Cheetah Safari is our most popular, covering a wide area and showing the very best of Kenya including Samburu, the Rift Valley and the Maasai Mara. Mileages are quite long and road conditions can be poor on occasion, however you see more of the country and the wildlife is truly unforgettable.

Tour overview
•   One night in Nairobi
•   Game drives in the unique landscape of Samburu National Reserve
•   Stay at the famous Treetrops where Queen Elizabeth ascended to the British throne
•   Optional game drive in the Aberdare mountains
•   Visit Thomson's Falls and the wildlife surrounding Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha
•   Two days game viewing in the incredible Maasai Mara, seeking out big cats
•   Optional hot air balloon safari

Extend your stay - by 3 or more nights
•   Fly to Leopard Beach Resort & Spa on Kenya's white sand coast
•   One night in Nairobi then fly to stunning Zanzibar and the Breezes Beach Club

Guide

Escorted by an English speaking driver/guide from departure from Nairobi to return to Nairobi. Extensions are not escorted but assistance is provided by our local representatives.

MEAL PLAN
Prices include breakfast in Nairobi; breakfast, lunch and dinner on Safari; breakfast and dinner in Mombasa or Zanzibar.

ACCOMMODATION
Cheetah Safari uses 3 and 3½ star lodges, Cheetah Serena Safari uses 4 star lodges. On occasion it may be necessary to use alternative accommodation due to local availability and road conditions.

TRAVEL TIPS
Pack a mixture of warm and light clothing in soft bags weighing maximum 15kgs, plus sunglasses, camera and insect repellent.

TRAVEL TIMES
Vary dependent on road conditions and game sightings.

MINIMUM NUMBERS
• Tours are subject to a minimum number of passengers, please call for details.

NB
Minimum age 7 years. Triple rooms on Cheetah Safari are on a request basis due to limited space at Treetops. If flying back to Nairobi an extra lunch and airstrip transfer cost are incurred.

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Key information

Recommended for
  • Safari
Departure Dates

CHEETAH SAFARI

2012
WEEKLY every Sunday.

2013
WEEKLY every Sunday except:
Apr 07, 21
May 05, 19

Customer Testimonial

We had such an amazing time ... the range of wildlife we saw in the different national parks was unbelievable ... we will be going again next year

Nairobi, Samburu, Treetops, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara

DAY 1 - NAIROBI
On arrival in Nairobi, spend one night at the Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi in a Standard Room.

DAY 2 - NAIROBI TO SAMBURU
Drive in your safari minibus to Samburu with lunch en route. After arriving spend the afternoon game viewing. Arrive at Samburu Lodge on the banks of the river for the next two nights (approx. 195 miles).

DAY 3 - SAMBURU
Morning and afternoon game drives in the national reserve.

DAY 4 - SAMBURU TO ABDERDARES
Drive south to the Aberdare Mountain Ranges. Have lunch at the beautiful Outspan Hotel, then drive on to the famous Treetops, your spectacular viewing perch for the night and the place where Princess Elizabeth was staying when she ascended to the British throne in 1952. Game is attracted by the waterholes and salt licks around the lodge (approx. 115 miles). Game drive optional (extra cost).

DAY 5 - ABERDARES TO LAKE NAIVASHA
Early morning tea at Treetops and breakfast at Outspan, then drive via Thomson's Falls to Lake Nakuru National Park for lunch and a game drive. Continue to Lake Naivasha and an overnight stay at the Sopa Lodge (approx. 150 miles).

DAY 6 - LAKE NAIVASHA TO MAASAI MARA
After breakfast, drive to the incredible Maasai Mara, home to the residents of the BBC's enthralling 'Big Cat Diary'. Lunch and game drive in this spectacular reserve en route, then overnight at Keekorok Lodge (approx. 153 miles).

DAY 7 - MAASAI MARA
This may be the last day of your safari, but it could be the most thrilling, for the vast Mara plains provide some of the best game viewing in Africa. Morning and afternoon game drives into the heart of the reserve – a fitting climax to an exciting safari. Or take the optional balloon safari. Overnight at Keekorok Lodge.

DAY 8 - MAASAI MARA TO NAIROBI
Depart after breakfast, arriving in Nairobi in time for lunch (not included) (approx. 185 miles). You will be taken to a central hotel for the afternoon where you may wish to prebook a day room before your onward journey.

YOUR CHOICE OF EXTENSIONS
KENYA COAST

DAY 8
Remain in camp for lunch (own cost) before an afternoon flight direct to Ukunda on the coast. Transfer for three or more nights to Leopard Beach Resort & Spa in a Standard Room.
DAY 11
Depart for your onward journey.

ZANZIBAR
DAY 8
Overnight at the Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi in a Standard Room.
DAY 9
Fly to Zanzibar for three or more nights at four star Breezes Beach Club in a Standard Room.
DAY 12
Depart for your onward journey.

FLY MAASAI MARA / NAIROBI   You may end your Cheetah Safari by flying direct from the Mara to  Nairobi for approx. £156 extra per person. Baggage allowance is 15kg in  soft luggage.

PRIVATE MINIBUS UPGRADE Prebook a minibus exclusively for you for a supplement of £340 per person per tour (based on 2 sharing).

PRIVATE 4x4 UPGRADE Upgrade from the standard minibus to a Land Rover 4x4 for an extra £385 per person per tour, based on 2 sharing.

BALLOON SAFARI - FROM £285 Prebook a hot air balloon safari during your stay in the Maasai Mara, finishing with a bush breakfast with sparkling wine.

Weather and climate

Best time to visit

From January to March and July to September.

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Accommodation on tour (subject to change)