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6 Days / 5 Nights
6 Days Kenya Birding Safari Circuit – Kenya (Premium Ornithology Experience)
Overview
Discover Kenya’s incredible birdlife on a specially designed 6-day premium ornithology safari through some of the country’s most remarkable birding destinations. From the freshwater lakes of the Great Rift Valley to diverse savannah ecosystems, this journey offers exceptional opportunities to observe hundreds of bird species alongside Kenya’s iconic wildlife.
Explore Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and other rich habitats with expert guidance, searching for flamingos, pelicans, raptors, waterbirds, and rare endemic species. Enjoy comfortable lodge stays, personalized birding experiences, and unforgettable encounters with Kenya’s breathtaking landscapes and biodiversity.
schedule
Duration
6 Days
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Group Size
1–1,000 Pax
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Destination
Kenya
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Language
All International Languages
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your birding adventure begins with departure from Nairobi towards Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya’s most important freshwater bird habitats. Enjoy guided birding around the lake shores and surrounding areas, searching for African fish eagles, pelicans, herons, kingfishers, cormorants, and numerous waterbird species.
Enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Naivasha, offering excellent opportunities to observe birds and hippos in their natural environment.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking safari at Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, combining wildlife viewing with birding opportunities. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its rhinos, flamingos, and diverse bird population.
Enjoy an afternoon birding game drive around the lake and forest areas, searching for flamingos, pelicans, eagles, storks, and other species.
Spend a full day exploring Lake Nakuru National Park, a haven for bird enthusiasts. Explore different habitats including the lake shoreline, acacia woodland, and forest areas.
Look for waterbirds, raptors, sunbirds, hornbills, babblers, and other resident and migratory species while also enjoying wildlife encounters with rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and other animals.
After breakfast, depart for the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy birding opportunities along the scenic route before arriving for an afternoon game drive.
Explore the Mara ecosystem, searching for colourful species such as lilac-breasted rollers, secretary birds, kori bustards, vultures, eagles, and other savannah birds alongside iconic wildlife.
Enjoy a full day exploring Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives focused on both wildlife and birding. The reserve offers exceptional diversity, with opportunities to spot raptors, ground birds, waterbirds, and many savannah species.
Experience the beauty of the Mara plains while searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.
Enjoy a final morning birding drive in Maasai Mara before breakfast. After check-out, begin your journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon for your onward departure.
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Airport meet and greet upon arrival.
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Private airport and safari transfers.
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Transport in a custom-built 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.
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Services of a professional Gold-Certified safari guide with birding expertise.
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5 nights’ accommodation in carefully selected premium lodges.
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Full board meals during the safari (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
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All national park, reserve, and sanctuary entrance fees.
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Guided birding excursions throughout the safari.
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Game drives and wildlife viewing experiences as per itinerary.
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Visit to key birding locations including Rift Valley lakes and protected habitats.
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Professional birding assistance and species identification support.
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Bottled drinking water during safari activities.
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Government taxes and statutory levies.
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24/7 safari support from Trip Genius Advisory Tours & Safaris.
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International and domestic flights.
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Kenya visa fees.
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Travel insurance.
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Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs.
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Alcoholic and soft drinks.
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Personal birding equipment (binoculars, cameras, field guides).
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Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Tips and gratuities for guides, lodge staff, and drivers.
