Night with the Lions by Moyo Holidays offers an extraordinary Kenyan adventure, featuring stays at Lake Naivasha, the Masai Mara, Tsavo, and Nairobi. This exceptional itinerary combines serene lakeside experiences with thrilling wildlife encounters and vibrant urban culture. Guests will marvel at the breathtaking landscapes of Lake Naivasha, enjoy the world-renowned game viewing in the Masai Mara, witness the vast wilderness of Tsavo, and immerse themselves in the dynamic energy of Nairobi. Highlighted by unforgettable nights under the stars with roaring lions, this safari promises a rich tapestry of Kenya’s natural beauty and wildlife wonders.
Night with the Lions
Overview
Highlights
- Optional Balloon Safari over the Mara Plains
Tour Plan
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our Airport representative who will fastrack you through Immigration and assist you with your luggage. They will then escort you to the pickup area where a member of our Moyo Team will be awaiting you and hand you over to your safari guide. Depart for Lake Naivasha arriving at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge, Check in and Lunch followed by a Boat Ride.
Refresh, dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Driving Time: 2 Hours from Nairobi
After a hearty breakfast you will depart for Masai Mara National Reserve which is a land of
breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife and endless plains. Arrive in time for lunch at Masai Mara Simba Lodge with an enroute game drive. Check in and lunch followed by a short siesta. Depart for an afternoon game drive.
Refresh, dinner and overnight at Masai Mara Simba Lodge.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Driving Time: 5 Hours from Lake Naivasha
Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. The reserve is a paradise, with abundant elephant, buffalo, giraffe, lion and cheetah alongside the migratory wildebeest and zebra. Leopards are frequently encountered, endangered black rhinos hide in the dense thickets and large rafts of hippo and enormous crocodiles are found in the Mara River. The park is also home to over 450 bird species.
All meals and overnight at Masai Mara Simba Lodge
Early rise followed by breakfast, thereafter you will depart for Nairobi, on arrival into Nairobi you will be transferred to Sarova Panafric Hotel for an overnight stay.
Lunch and Dinner on your own.
Accommodation: Sarova Panafric Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Driving Time: 5 Hours from Masai Mara
Early rise followed by breakfast, thereafter you will be transferred to Nairobi Terminus for your train to Tsavo National Park. On arrival at Voi Terminus you will be met and transferred to the fabled Salt Lick which is a luxurious safari escape set in the heart of the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary overlooking a waterhole and the vast Tsavo plains.
Check in and lunch followed by an afternoon game drive.
Dinner and overnight at Salt Lick Game Lodge.
Accommodation: Salt Lick Game Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Driving Time: 1 Hour from Voi Terminus
Enjoy a pre breakfast game drive and another one after lunch in the Tsavo National Park, while having breaks here and there to enjoy the Lodge’s facilities.
Dinner and Overnight at Salt Lick Game Lodge.
Early rise, thereafter you will be transferred to Voi Terminus for SGR Train to Nairobi, on arrival at Nairobi Terminus you will be met and transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.
Safari Vehicle
Your Safari Experience Includes
- Arrival meet and assist and all airport transfers
- Accommodation on Full board throughout your safari and Bed & Breakfast in Nairobi
- Transportation in a 4X4 Safari Landcruiser with pop up roof ideal for game viewing with a window seat for every person
- Services of an English speaking Safari Driver guide
- All the Activities as listed in the itinerary
- All Park Entrance Fees
- All Conservation Fees
- Private Charter By Cessna 206 Kitich to Tumaren Scenic Flight
- Domestic Flight Nairobi – Samburu and Loisaba – Nairobi/Masai Mara – Nairobi
- Complimentary drinking water and snack hamper in all our vehicles
- Safari Cap, Water Bottle and Tote Bag for everyone
- Comprehensive tour documents and Wildlife Checklist
Your Safari Experience Excludes
- Any items of a personal nature such as drinks, tips, mineral water, laundry, telephones, extra meals etc.
- Personal Travel or Trip cancellation insurance
- International Airfare
- Visa Fees
Footnotes Read Carefully
- Please note that complimentary drinking water is not served during meals in Kenya. This has to be purchased from the bar at most lodges and camps
- The hotels offer two bottles of drinking water in the rooms on complimentary basis
- This Safari is conducted in a Landcruiser with 7 window seats maximum.
- Our vehicles are not air conditioned as they have open tops so air conditioning will not work
- Game driving is restricted to a maximum time of 8 hrs a day as your guide’s daily duty time.
Visa, Travel and Baggage Information
- Kenya is Visa free but you need to do a mandatory electronic travel authorisation which you can do at www.etakenya.go.ke
- Baggage must be packed in soft suitcases or Duffel bags only and a maximum of 15 Kgs per person and 7 Kgs of Hand Baggage on Safari.
- For Arrivals after 2 pm, guests must spend the first night in Nairobi as they cannot proceed to the National Parks.
What to Pack
Clothing and Footwear
- Cool Cotton Clothes for the day
- A Hooded Fleece
- Cap or Hat
- Long trousers for the evening
- Comfortable shoes or boots for walking and a pair of flip flops
- Swimming suits
- Jacket or wind cheater for early morning and evenings
- Please pack soft bags.
- Please note that internal flights only allow 15 kgs of maximum baggage.
- Extra weight will have to be paid for directly by yourself
Other Items
- Your medical needs and prescription
- Valid Passports and visas
- Moisturiser and Sun glasses
- Cameras and Batteries
- Binoculars are a must for good viewing
- Your personal smartphones or ipads as wifi is available at most lodges and hotels almost free
- Credit cards for check in
- Books to read on Safari
- Your insurance cards and numbers
- Insect repellent if you wish
Payment and Cancellation Policy
Payment Policy
Our Payment policy is as follows:
For International and Domestic Air tickets a 100 % prepayment must be received at the time of confirmation of the booking. These are subject to penalties of various kinds and therefore please confer with us to ascertain what is applicable.
Payments are required as follows unless otherwise agreed:
50 % deposit upon confirmation of the Safari if booked more than 90 days in advance. Balance payable 60 days prior to arrival. In case the Safari is booked within 59 days, full prepayment is required at the time of booking. All Bank Charges are to be borne by the clients or agents.
Cancellation Policy
The following Cancellation policy is application:
Over 90 days- Nil Penalty
89- 60 days- 20% Penalty
59- 45 days- 33% Penalty
44- 30 days- 50% Penalty
29- 15 days- 75% Penalty
Less than 14 days- No refund at all
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