See the Big Five on Safari in Kenya

This tour from Odyssey Safaris lets you explore the national parks of Kenya, where you’ll get the chance to see lions, elephants, and many other animals in the wild with Africa’s tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. Some of this deal’s options also include a trip to the island paradise of Zanzibar. Read on to see what each tour includes:

Included in 10-day/9-night Kenya safari options:

• Round-trip airfare from Washington, DC (IAD), New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), or Los Angeles (LAX)
• 2 nights overnight flight
• 1 night of accommodations at the four-star Safari Park Hotel & Casino in Nairobi
• 2 nights of accommodations at the four-star Amboseli Sopa Lodge in Rift Valley
• 2 nights of accommodations at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort in Nakuru
• Day trip to Lake Nakuru National Park
• 2 nights of accommodations at the four-star Ashnil Mara Camp in the Masai Mara National Reserve
• Transport in a luxury 4x4 safari land cruiser
• Unlimited game drives during park hours
• 26 meals: 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 8 dinners
• All national park, reserve, and conservation fees
• Airport and ground transfers
• Complimentary bottled water daily
• Complimentary enrollment in amref.org emergency air evacuation service
• English-speaking driver/naturalist and guide

Included in 12-day/11-night Kenya and Zanzibar safari options:

• All of the 10-day/9-night Kenya safari inclusions
• One-way airfare from Nairobi to Zanzibar and from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam to connect with international flight
• 2 nights of accommodations at Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa in Zanzibar
• Airport transfers
• Meals: Half board (Breakfast and Dinner)

Days 1–4: Flight, Nairobi, and Amboseli National Park

• Nairobi: After an overnight flight, you’ll arrive in Kenya’s capital and largest city on day 2. It has a trendy restaurant-and-nightlife scene and several national museums and monuments (optional; not included).
• Amboseli National Park: Days 3 and 4 are set aside for game drives. Head to Observation Hill to watch elephants and waterfowl in the swamp below.
• Mount Kilimanjaro: You can see the continent’s tallest peak from nearly any vantage point in the park or at your lodge.

Days 5–6: Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru National Park

• A bird watcher’s dream: Lake Nakuru National Park is home to more than 400 bird species, including so many flamingos the landscape looks like a sea of pink.
• Rare sights: Keep your eyes peeled for white rhinos and rothschild’s giraffes.
• Look out your window at the lodge and you could spot zebras, giraffes, and waterbuck passing by.

Days 7–10: Maasai Mara National Reserve and Departure

• The Big Five: Game drives on days 7 and 8 will set out in search of lions, elephants, leopards, buffalos, and rhinos.
• Take in the view: Luxe open-air tents at your lodge give you the chance to see zebras and migrating wildebeests from the comfort of your bed.
• Local culture: An optional excursion on day 9 takes visitors to a Maasai village.

Optional Extension, Days 9–12: Zanzibar

With this optional extension, you’ll be transported to the island of Zanzibar on day 9. There won’t be any game drives; instead, you’ll relax at an oceanfront resort set on a white-sand beach.

• Where you’ll stay: Each of Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa’s guest rooms features custom hand-carved furniture. Some even feature a balcony overlooking gardens or the ocean.
• Hit the water: Go snorkeling, windsurfing, or kayaking in the Indian Ocean.
• Get pampered with a massage at the onsite spa.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? This offer includes departures from New York (JFK), Washington, DC (IAD), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), and Los Angeles (LAX) airport. Departures from additional airports may be available for a supplemental cost. Contact Odyssey Safaris at 855-272-3274 for availability and pricing.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, you may extend your trip for a supplemental fee at the time of booking. Extensions are subject to availability.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? View the departure dates listed in the deal options above. If there are multiple dates listed in a deal option, call Odyssey Safaris at 855-272-3274 for the most up-to-date availability.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? We suggest calling to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible so that you do not run into this problem. If Odyssey Safaris is unable to book the stay you want during the available dates and before the book-by date, Groupon will refund your purchase.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? Children must be at least 8 years old to travel on this tour. Each traveler must purchase a Groupon Voucher. Triple rooms are not available.

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