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Our Exclusive Birding Adventure
Welcome to an adventure unlike any other! Are you ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of birds?
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Day 1: Bird Ringing Exclusive Experience
Your adventure begins on this day! We will pick you up from a designated point in Nairobi and our driver-guide will then proceed to the bird-ringing site, for a behind the scenes robust tour. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and welcome you to the site. We have curated a special bird ringing session for you that is a minimum of a 4 hour birding adventure! This is an exercise that is useful for studying bird distribution, migration and movements. Its primary aim is to train young and upcoming ornithologists on ringing protocols, which involve the setting up of mist nets, extraction of birds from the nets, handling and identification of birds in the hand, and the taking of key biometric measurements. Since this is a practical exercise, our scientists and our guests, are encouraged to take part in it, thereby contributing to conservation and supporting conservation initiatives. Some species that have been ringed at the ringing site include Baglafecht Weaver, Red-billed Firefinch, Willow Warbler, Streaky Seedeater, Northern Olive (Abyssinian) Thrush, Sedge Warblers and Sunbirds. After the ringing session, you will go on to have lunch at the in the company of our scientists for an interactive session on birds. Thereafter, you shall proceed to the next destination, which is Naivasha. Cont. Day 1: Departure for and stay in Naivasha. After the bird ringing experience, our driver-guide will take you on a scenic 2 and a half -hour drive to Elsamere Lodge in Naivasha for check in, where you will stay for 2 nights. In the evening, after settling in at the lodge, you will be accompanied by a guide for an evening walk to spot some of the birds of Elsamere. For your safety, you will be required to be back at the lodge by 6:00 pm, while there is still light. The Elsamere Lodge has more wetland bird species (more than 400 species) that live here than at any other location in Kenya. While on a 1-hour boat trip, you have a unique opportunity to see an African Fish Eagle hunting. Other cosmos birds at Elsamere include the superb sterling, weavers, pelicans, pied and malachite kingfisher and parrots, among others. Moreover, you will get to learn more about the Birds of Prey Centre which Elsamere is redeveloping, in order to give respite to our feathered friends. Currently, this centre has only one (1) bird. Other birds, being able to look after themselves, were released back into the wild. Overnight in Naivasha. Meals provided – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Any other drinks and beverages are excluded and are paid directly to the lodge. Day 2: Birdwatching Adventure at Lake Nakuru National Park in Nakuru. On this day, you will leave Elsamere at 4:00 am, and our driver-guide will take you on a 2-hour drive to Lake Nakuru National Park for an extensive birdwatching safari. You will arrive at the Lake Nakuru National Park at 6:00 am. On arrival, you will immediately immerse yourself in an exciting and memorable birdwatching experience within the bird haven. During the hotter part of the day, when the birds are inactive, you will also get to enjoy a game drive within the park where you will see other animals in their natural habitat. For your adventure at the Lake Nakuru National Park, we will ensure that you have a pre-packed picnic basket with a wholesome and nutritious meal for your breakfast and lunch. Witness nearly 500 species of birds at Lake Nakuru National Park, fondly known as the birdwatcher’s paradise. Treat your eyes to the millions of flamingos which stay on Lake Nakuru, giving it a pink look most of the time, hence the nickname, “Pink Lake”. Besides the birds, the park is home to over 50 land and water mammal species like the hippo, waterbuck, lion, rhino, buffalo, leopard, giraffe, warthog, cheetah, hyena, wildebeest, black-and-white colobus monkey, vervet monkey, olive baboon and many more, which are sure to mesmerize you. Thereafter, our driver-guide will take you back to the Elsamere Lodge for a relaxing evening overlooking Lake Naivasha, where you can watch the sun set amongst the birds and other wildlife. (In the evening, we have scheduled a one (1) hour boat ride for you. (NB: For your safety, all boats must be back at Elsamere by 6:00 pm)). Overnight in Naivasha. Meals provided – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Any other drinks and beverages are excluded and are paid directly to the lodge. Day 3: Boat trip to Crescent Island. You will get to go on an early morning birdwatching walk at Elsamere. A guide from Elsamere and our driver-guide will accompany you on this walk from 6:30 am (depending on the lighting situation at that time). Afterwards, you will proceed to have breakfast, which is served from 7:00 am to 9:00 am. After breakfast, you will embark on a 40-minute boat trip across Lake Naivasha, spotting birds with an expert guide in one of the most densely populated bird habitats. Your destination will be Crescent Island, Naivasha’s best kept secret. For this adventure, we will also ensure that you have a pre-packed picnic basket for your lunch. Explore Crescent Island Game Sanctuary, one of the most beautiful parks in Kenya. It is perfect for wildlife watchers, bird enthusiasts, and lovers of the wilderness. Spend some time on a nature walk on the island, where you will see various birds like the ostrich, and animals such as giraffes, dik-diks, impalas, gazelles among others. Overnight in Naivasha. Meals provided – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Any other drinks and beverages are excluded and are paid directly to the lodge. Day 4: Departure for Nairobi. After a leisurely breakfast, your adventure at the rift valley ends here. You will check out of the lodge and our driver-guide will drive you back to Nairobi Due to constantly changing prices, kindly contact us directly via WhatsApp, or call our office number at +254 702519221, for a detailed quote. The Rate Includes:
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