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Bird Watching in Kenya

• Kenya is a truly ornithological paradise and by extension, East African countries. Kenya has an amazing wealth of birdlife due to lack of extreme variation in climate. More than 1000 species of birds have been recorded in the vast variety of habitats in Kenya. Added to this is the migratory birds during the Northern Hemisphere winter. Each habitant is home to certain unique wildlife and birds. The main habitats are; Mt. Kenya, Lake Nakuru National park, lake bogoria, Kerio valley, Koru in Kisumu, Kakamega. Forest, Lake Victoria, Maasai Mara and Lake Naivasha.

Researchers and birds lovers, on birding safari in Kenya, say its immensely satisfying. Welcome to our suggested safaris but the company is more than willing to tailor make a safari for you according to your request.

12 days Bird Watching Adventures (Nairobi-Central & Northern Kenya-Rift Valley)

Day 01 and 02: Nairobi
Arrival in Nairobi with an overnight stay at Hotel of choice among the five star accommodations in this modern African metropolis. Depending on time of arrival, afternoon city tour then proceed for Dinner and overnight at the hotel. Early breakfast and a bird watching trip to Nairobi National Park in the morning until noon. Afternoon bird watch at Lukenya Hills, the National Museums of Kenya or the Nairobi Arboretum, or both.

Day 03: Nairobi - Samburu Game Reserve
Approximately 343 North East of Nairobi lies the Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Reserves. A drive through the Rift Valley and the highlands takes you to these reserves which are unparalleled in Kenya for the number and diversity of its game and bird diversity. After lunch, time to relax before heading out on a game viewing and bird watching drive. Dinner and overnight at the Samburu Serena Lodge.

Day 04: Samburu And Buffalo Springs National Park Reserves
Morning and afternoon game drives and bird watching are provided. Among the wildlife are the various antelopes and all the Big Five (i.e. Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhino and Buffalo). Expected birds click here. All the meals and overnight at the Samburu Serena Lodge.

Days 05: Samburu - Sweetwaters Game Reserve
After breakfast, depart for Sweetwater's Chimpanzee and wildlife Sanctuary. This Sanctuary is the only one of its kind in Kenya. Visitors can enjoy the unique opportunity of observing the Chimps by boat on the Ewaso Nyiro River. The riverine forest and Savannah grasslands of the Sanctuary are home to 22 orphaned Chimps and a variety of birdlife. Dinner and overnight at the Sweetwater's Tented Camp.

Day 06: Sweetwater's - Mt. Kenya Safari Club (or Serena Mt. Lodge)
After breakfast, we proceed the few kilometers east to Mt. Kenya Safari Club, a luxurious retreat with spectacular views across the forested slopes to the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Kenya. Among the activities available within the grounds of these manicured lawns and ornamental ponds are - swimming, tennis, gold, bowling, croquet, trout fishing and game viewing. Lunch, dinner and overnight at the club. (Remember that a tie and jacket for the gentlemen and evening dress for ladies is necessary for dinner at this exclusive club). Bird watching is possible in the compound and adjacent forest. Bird species expected here are:

Day 07 & 08: Mt. Kenya Safari Club - Aberdares National Park
After breakfast, depart for Nyeri arriving in time for lunch. For clients staying at Treetops, lunch is served at the Outspan Hotel and for those staying at the Ark, lunch is served at the Aberdare Country Club. After lunch, a transfer is provided to either Treetops or the Ark, which are strategically situated for night game viewing. Dinner and overnight at Treetops/Ark. An afternoon bird watching and game viewing possible, plus a full sight seeing, game and bird watching the following day.

Day 09: Aberdares (Treetops) - Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, proceed to Lake Nakuru arriving in time for lunch. An afternoon game drive/bird wacthing takes us round the Lake, home of the world famous pink Flamingos. Lake Nakuru NP is truly an ornithologist's paradise. Dinner and overnight at the Lake Nakuru Lodge or Sarova Lion Hill.

Day 10: Lake Nakuru National Park - Masai Mara Game Reserve
Awoken by the most natural alarm clock (birdlife) for breakfast then the unforgettable journey to one of the wonders of the world, Maasai Mara Game Reserve via Narok and Olkurruk, where the Maasai culture is displayed by the Oloo Lolo Maasai Cultural Association and thereafter into the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Being the northern stretch of the world famous Serengeti National park it is the scene of the teeming wildebeest and Zebra migration. On arrival relax by the pool. Afternoon game drive and bird walks. Dinner and overnight at Richards or Governors Camp.

Day 11: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Morning and afternoon game drives are provided. Among the wildlife seen are Wildebeest, black rhino, cheetah, giraffe, elephant, great herds of antelope and fascinating primates such as the red-tailed monkey. Game drives and bird watching in open land drovers and bush walks with excellent resident guides and naturalists reveal the wonders of the Mara in an interpretative experience for you. All meals and overnight at Richards or Governors Camp.

Day 12 : Masai Mara Game Reserve - Nairobi
Depart early for Nairobi via Narok and ascend the escarpment to the highlands east of the Great Rift Valley of central Kenya. A full day is spent in Nairobi e.g. shopping, Internet surfing, meeting friends or an entire morning bird watch with a packed lunch (or early return to hotel) at either Lukenya Hills, Olorgesaillie Prehistoric Site, Kikuyu Escarpment Forest, Manguo Ponds in Limuru or southern part of Kinangop Grasslands.

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