7 DAYS KENYA LAKE SYSTEM BIRDING TOUR
$1,680.00 – $5,020.00
The safari takes you to Kenya Lake System composed of three alkaline lakes and their surrounding territories: Lake Bogoria, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Elementaita. Some of the world’s greatest diversities and concentrations of bird species are recorded within the lake systems. 4 million Lesser Flamingos move between the three shallow lakes in an outstanding wildlife spectacle.
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7 DAYS KENYA LAKE SYSTEM BIRDING TOUR
The 7 days Kenya Lake System birding tour takes you to 3 lakes in the Great Rift Valley. An area of outstanding beauty, comprising three inter-linked relatively shallow lakes (Lake Bogoria, Lake Nakuru and Lake Elementaita). The locations are home to 13 globally threatened bird species and has some of the highest bird diversities in the world. Because of their ecological and biological importance the Kenya lake system has been declared a world heritage site by UNESCO.
Highlights of the safari tour
- Accommodation in comfortable lodges
Accommodation based on lodges and tented camps of high quality standards.
- Relaxing safari
The locations are peaceful and tranquil offering you an opportunity to relax. You will also spend 2 nights in each location.
- Private Tour
The safari is a private tour organized specifically for you only. You will not share the safari vehicle with others who are not part of your family or group.
- Transport and game drives in 4-wheel drive land cruiser
The vehicle has high ground clearance and 4-wheel drive so it will be able to handle the off-road terrain easily.
- Can be customized and fine-tuned
You can request for adjustment of the 7 days birding safari Kenya itinerary to meet your requirements. This can include the number of days and change of accommodation facilities among other things.
- It can start in any day
This tour can start on any day.
- Flexible deferment policy in case of inability to travel due to corona virus.
Book now. Pay later. 100% refund if cancelled 1 month to the safari for bookings after 01/09/2021. Less than 1 month cancellation will be subject to deferral without loosing your payment for a period of year at no extra charge.
DESTINATIONS
- LAKE BOGORIA – It is a saline, alkaline lake. With it’s ideal conditions it is home to one of the world’s largest populations of lesser flamingoes.
- LAKE NAKURU – It is a popular game park in Kenya famous for flamingos (Lesser and greater) and is usually referred to as a bird watchers’ paradise. Also home to the endangered rhino and Rothschild giraffe.
- LAKE ELEMENTAITA – It is an alkaline lake located in The Great Rift Valley and part of Kenya Lake System which consist of three inter- linked alkaline lakes.
7 DAYS KENYA LAKE SYSTEMS BIRDING TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1: NAIROBI – LAKE BOGORIA
You will be met at your hotel/airport by our company representative, briefed and then depart for Lake Bogoria. On the way you will have a brief stop at the Great Rift Valley view point. Arrive in time for lunch. After lunch and short rest, you will have a guided walking tour around lake Bogoria. Back to the lodge in the evening.
- Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation: Lake Bogoria Resort & Spa.
- Distance: Approximately 248 kilometers from Nairobi.
Day 2: LAKE BOGORIA FULL-DAY
On this day you will have a guided tour around Lake Bogoria viewing the diverse bird species and other natural attractions like hot spring geysers. The reserve is also home to shy kudu antelope with spiraling horns, impalas, cheetahs, ostriches and marabou storks.
- Meal plan: Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation: Lake Bogoria Resort & Spa.
Day 3: LAKE BOGORIA – LAKE NAKURU
After breakfast at the resort, you will depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. On arrival you will have an en-route game drive as you proceed to Sarova Lion hill Lake Nakuru for check in and lunch. After short rest, you will enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Lake Nakuru national park which is considered a paradise for bird-watchers. It has become famous because of the millions of pink flamingos that flock its shores. Return to the lodge in the evening.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Accommodation: Sarova Lionhill Lake Nakuru.
- Distance: Approximately 96 kilometers from Lake Bogoria.
Day 4: LAKE NAKURU FULL-DAY
On this day you will have full day game drives or morning and afternoon game drives. You will enjoy the wide ecological diversity and varied habitats that range from Lake Nakuru itself to the surrounding escarpment and picturesque ridges. The park is ideal for bird watching and you can also easily spot some of the big five-members, buffalo and rhino grazing at the park’s beautiful grasslands.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Accommodation: Sarova Lion hill Lake Nakuru.
Day 5: LAKE NAKURU – LAKE ELEMENTAITA
Depart the lodge at around 10 AM and drive leisurely to Lake Elementaita arriving nearer to lunch time. The rest of the day will be spent a leisure relaxing in the hotel and watching activities in the Lake.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Accommodation: Lake Elementaita Serena Lodge.
- Distance: Approximately 50 kilometers from Lake Nakuru.
Day 6: LAKE ELEMENTAITA FULL-DAY
On this day you will have guided bird walks along the lake, conducted by the resident naturalist, with tools such as the binoculars and a birding list provided. The Conservancy plays host to 450 bird species, and birding experts report up to 60 species of birds a day – a birder’s paradise including the flamingos and also home to great white pelicans, great crested grebe and is an important stopover for over 350 migratory bird species.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Accommodation: Lake Elementaita Serena Lodge.
Day 7: LAKE ELEMENTAITA – NAIROBI
After breakfast at the lodge depart for Nairobi where upon arrival you will be transferred to your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight home.
COST INCLUDES
- Full board accommodation on safari
- Meals as stipulated within the itinerary
- All park entry fees.
- Scheduled game drive
- Vehicle park entry fees
- Safari van with popup roof
- Service of a tour guide
- Bottles of water during safari
- Government Taxes
- Emergency air evacuation cover
COSTS EXCLUDED
- Tips and gratitude
- International airfares
- Visas
- Soft drinks and local beers
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDES:
Maasai village visit@ $30 per person
Hot air balloon@ $450 per person
Please feel free to send an inquiry, you can email us, Phone/whatsApp or complete the online inquiry form.
Additional information
| Group size | 1 person off peak November to June, 1 person peak season July to October, 2 – 3 persons off peak November to June, 2 – 3 persons peak season July to October, 4 – 5 persons peak season July to October, 4 -5 persons off peak November to June, 6 or more persons off peak November to June, 6 or more persons peak season July to October |
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