Transportation

Bus, Airlines
Accomodation

3 Stars Hotels
Maximum Altitude

5,416 metres
Departure from

Kathmandu
Best season

Feb, Mar, Apr & May
Tour type

Eco-Tour, Hiking
Meals

All meals during the trek
Language

English, Spanish, French, Chinese
Fitness level

Easy to Moderate
Group Size

2-15
Minimum Age

12
Maximum Age

65

Overview

Breathtaking natural scenery combines with some of Africa’s most memorable wildlife. The Great Rift Valley is a highlight of any trip to Kenya. A huge geological fault-line, the Great Rift Valley stretches round one-sixth of the Earth’s circumference. Along its lengths are volcanoes, most now dormant. Millions of flamingos, the world’s greatest concentration around Lake Nakuru. Unique species in Samburu & big five in Mara.

Highlights

Trek to the world-famous Everest Base Camp
Enjoy the amazing view of the Himalayas from Kala Patthar
Travel through the Sherpa villages of Namche, Khumjung, Khunde, and Dingboche
Visit Tengboche the biggest and oldest monastery n the region.

Day 1 :

Nairobi - Samburu Game Reserve

You will be picked from the airport or from your hotel in the morning. We will depart from your pick up point heading tothe Northern Frontier arriving in Samburu in time for Lunch. Later we proceed to Samburu Game Reserve and head for an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the spectacular Samburu Sopa Lodge.
All meals included Drinking water.

Day 2 :

Samburu Game reserve

Spend the full day in Samburu Game Reserve and enjoy early morning and evening game drives. All Meals and Overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge. The highlights of Samburu Game Reserve include its scenic beauty, rivers and forests. It is an area where the local people have a rich and colorful heritage.
The reserve has numerous permanent springs and a wealth of wildlife, which includes leopards, hippos, elephants, lions, reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras and crocodiles in the Ewaso Nyiro River. In addition, over 365 species of birds have been identified in the sanctuaries.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge. All meals included Drinking water.

Day 3 :

Samburu Game Reserve - Sweetwaters Game Reserve

Breakfast at Samburu Game Reserve and depart for Sweet waters game reserve at the Mountain Kenya region. Arrive at Serena Mountain Lodge in time for lunch. Enjoy an evening game drive at the Reserve. Your dinner and overnight will be at Serena Mountain Lodge.
Sweetwater’s is the only sanctuary for the rehabilitation of widely abused chimpanzees in Kenya. Two groups of these primates live in an environment as close to their natural habitat as possible. This is also a dedicated black rhino breeding area. Main destination: Sweetwaters (Ol Pejeta)
Expect to see Elephants, Giraffe, White Rhino, Black Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeast & the Hyena.
Accommodation: Serena Mountain Lodge. All meals included Drinking water.

Day 4 :

Sweet waters Game Reserve - Lake Nakuru National Park

After Breakfast, depart the lodge for Lake Nakuru National Park arriving in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge. You will have an afternoon Game Drive followed by Dinner and Overnight at the Lodge.
Lake Nakuru National Park also offers sanctuary to huge numbers of native African animals including waterbucks, warthogs, impalas, buffalo, Rothschild giraffes, elands, endangered black rhinos, white rhinos and, occasionally, leopards. A large herd of hippos have a territory in the northern part of the lake, making for interesting game viewing.
Expect to see Giraffe, White Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Hippo, Wildebeast & the Hyena. Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge. All meals included Drinking water.

Day 5 :

Lake Nakuru National Park - Maasai Mara National Park

After breakfast drive to Maasai Mara National Park where we will experience a full day exploration of the Park. Options may include balloon safaris at an extra cost of 430 US Dollars per person. We will then return before dusk for dinner and your overnight stay at the Lodge.
All members of the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, African elephant, cape buffalo, and black rhinoceros) – plus popular species like zebra, giraffe, hyena, cheetah, eland and gazelle are found in the Maasai Mara. Meal & Drinks: All meals included and Drinking water

Day 6 :

Maasai Mara - Nairobi

After an early morning game drive you will return to the lodge for breakfast and then drive to Nairobi. You will arrive by 1400 hours, at which time your safari will conclude. You will be dropped at your hotel or the airport depending on your request. Main destination: Nairobi
Meal & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch.

FAQs

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How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.

It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

6 Days Samburu, Sweetwaters, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Safari

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