Kenya Overland: Safari Drives & National Reserves
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Pack your camera and prep your social accounts for an onslaught of envy-inducing animal encounters captured on this six-day tour through Kenya and Uganda. This itinerary has been crafted around multiple national parks and lakes that are known for spotting Africa's most iconic safari wildlife — cheetahs, gazelles, and pelicans, just to name a few. Get even closer to these creatures with overnight stays in safari camps, sleeping where the animals roam. Rawr!
Highlights
- Explore the Masai Mara National Reserve in 4x4 safari vans
- Stay overnight in a safari camp
- Spot Africa's "big five" in their natural habitat
- See pelicans on the shores of Lake Nakuru.
Trip Details
Product Code: 1981
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Safari Vehicle, Lando (overland adventure vehicle).
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: DKNK
Starts: Nairobi, Kenya
Finishes: Kampala, Uganda
Duration: 6 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Café Ubuntu 3-Course Farm-to-Table Lunch, Maai Mahiu Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group, Nairobi
- Wildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
- Safari in Lake Nakuru National Park
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Basic hotel (1 nt single or twin-share), permanent tented camp (2 nts), participation camping (2 nts).
- 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Safari Vehicle, Lando (overland adventure vehicle).
Group Leader
- 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,825 ($304 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi
Arrive at any time.
Prepare for tomorrow's early morning by checking out the hotel bar with your newest friends. Travelling can take a lot out of you so sit back, fill those food and drink needs, and spend a chill night becoming familiar with your group and CEO.
Day 2: Nairobi/Masai Mara
Hit the road and journey through the Great Rift Valley today on the way to one of the most famous national parks in Africa and Kenya's premier wildlife reserve.
Stretch those legs and take in your surroundings before heading on a late afternoon wildlife safari drive with excellent chances of seeing the “big five”. This natural environment coupled with the park's varied wildlife provides for a spectacular safari experience.
Day 3: Masai Mara
Grab those cameras and jump in the safari vehicle with your driver/guide to spot wildlife in the Masai Mara National Reserve. Listen to your guide describe the African bush as you traverse one of the world's top safari destinations. Masai Mara is known for its abundance of big cats and wildebeest (see if you can capture a picture of one)!
Day 4: Masai Mara/Lake Nakuru National Park
Awake to the sounds of the bush as your alarm clock before jumping in your 4x4 safari vehicle. Today, the group is heading to Lake Nakuru, known for harbouring flocks of pink flamingos and a rich variety of bird species.
Before reaching the safari lodge inside Lake Nakuru National Park, you'll stop at the G Adventures-supported Ubuntu Cafe where you will meet up with the Lando, enjoy a meal, and have the opportunity to shop for locally and internationally sold products as memorable and impactful souvenirs.
Later, the group will go on an afternoon wildlife drive through the area.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park/Eldoret
Another day, another chance to see more wildlife and live your African safari dream. After your morning safari drive around Lake Nakuru keeping your eyes wide open in search of buffalo, impala, and the elusive leopard. The group will bump along in the Lando sharing photos of your day on the road to Eldoret.
Day 6: Eldoret/Kampala
It's time to cross another country off of those travel lists as you cross the border from Kenya into Uganda. Drive along reminiscing on inside jokes and experiences from the trip before arriving in Kampala in the late afternoon.
If you plan on flying out today, please do not book flights before 11:30pm.
If you aren't ready to go home yet (we don't blame you) talk to your CEO about extending and get to know more of Uganda or beyond.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Dane d. - Traveled, December 2023
Everything that G Adventures could control went smoothly and seamlessly. Chris, Mia and Helms were fantastic about setting expectations, communicating clearly, and going the extra mile every time the opportunity presented itself. I'm astounded by the tireless efforts of the guides and staff.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/20/2023
Mia H. - Traveled, November 2023
it was so easy to book and join. knew exactly what I was doing. lots of choice
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/06/2023
Eva R. - Traveled, October 2023
I had a great time on my trip, I would change a couple of things to bring it up to a 10 for me
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/08/2023
Anaiah M. - Traveled, August 2023
Once I arrived, the entire trip was peaceful and welcoming. I never worried about having fun, my safety, my next meal, or anything. they truly took care of everything and even more
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/06/2023
Hannah M. - Traveled, July 2023
Excellent trip, great guides, great atmosphere, but definitely for the adventurous. So, not suitable for every type of traveler but perfect for me!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/26/2023
Julia B. - Traveled, February 2023
Was really fun
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/15/2024
Kristen F. - Traveled, December 2023
Great experience, great guides, great food
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/04/2023
Ashish S. - Traveled, October 2023
Well managed. Excellent communication. And you feel included in the experience, even when travelling solo
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/23/2023
Johanna H. - Traveled, October 2023
Making Friends, good organization
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/23/2023
Amber C. - Traveled, August 2023
It was so easy, everything was thought of and each day was a fun adventure!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/14/2023
Catherine H. - Traveled, August 2023
I had an absolutely amazing time on this tour. We saw so much in a short space of time and I really loved Africa.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/31/2023
Max M. - Traveled, June 2023
I've already recommended G Adventures to a number of friends before this trip but this proved why. Again the Guides were absolutely superb and helped me get the most from my (too short!) time in Kenya. Providing help , knowledge and generally making sure everyone got the most out of Kenya. The provided food on this trip in addition was excellent - first time I've had included meals and they were excellent as well. On top of all of that the general crowd on these trips are always excellent.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/06/2023
Klaus T. - Traveled, February 2023
Well organized trip, very good food, great CEO, driver and local guides, clean bathrooms along the road.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/26/2023
Gloria A. - Traveled, February 2024
Organization in total (Food, Itinerary, comfort)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/26/2024
Tania A. - Traveled, January 2023
This was definitely not my favorite tour, loved the two days in the Masai Mara but there was a great deal of travel that I wasn't expecting.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/22/2024
Hugo S. - Traveled, January 2024
Only ever used G and generally they have been good.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/22/2024
Gemma K. - Traveled, December 2023
My favorite way to travel is with G adv
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/25/2023
Eleanor F. - Traveled, December 2023
Because I've already recommended to them!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/18/2023
Nancy G. - Traveled, October 2023
The trip was very organized. It is my first major camping trip. I felt safe and comfortable throughout the entire duration of the trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/23/2023
Jenna L. - Traveled, September 2023
I absolutely loved travelling with G Adventures - it was a great experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/09/2023
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