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Kenya Bird Watching Safari with Oluokos Signature

A 14-day Kenya birdwatching safari linking Nairobi, Rift Valley lakes, Kakamega Forest, Western Kenya, Lake Victoria and the Maasai Mara.

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  • 14 days
  • Group 1+ people
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • From: USD 14,229
  • Dates on request
  • Custom tour
  • Pace: Multi-day Kenya birding safari pace with game drives, forest walks, lake birding and boat birding.
  • Language: English
  • City: Nairobi
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Kenya Bird Watching Safari with Oluokos Signature
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About this tour

This draft is based on Oluokos Signature's Kenya Bird Watching Safari, a two-week birding route designed to showcase Kenya's birds, mammals, Rift Valley lakes, tropical forest, Lake Victoria wetlands and Maasai Mara grasslands.

The route includes birding around Nairobi, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Lakes Bogoria and Baringo, Kakamega Forest, Katotoi Hills, Busia grasslands, Yala Swamp, Lake Victoria and the Mara Triangle.

Oluokos describes the trip as a birding-first safari for keen birders and nature travelers, with private 4x4 game drives, local birding expertise and a Lake Victoria boat excursion. Exact dates, accommodations, final day-by-day routing and current target list should be confirmed before booking.

Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Kenya.

Guides

Ouma Oluoko
English

Itinerary

Day 1
Nairobi birding start
Nairobi
Meals: L

Arrival and introductory birding around Nairobi and Nairobi National Park, subject to flight timing.

Day 2
Great Rift Valley lakes
Lake Naivasha
Meals: B L

Move into the Rift Valley for lake and wetland birding around Naivasha and nearby habitats.

Day 3
Lake Nakuru birding
Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals: B L

Birding around Lake Nakuru, woodland edges and park habitats.

Day 4
Bogoria and Baringo birding
Lake Baringo
Meals: B L

Explore Lakes Bogoria and Baringo for waterbirds, dry-country birds and local specialties.

Day 5
Kakamega Forest
Kakamega Forest
Meals: B L

Travel west and begin forest birding in Kenya's remnant tropical rainforest.

Day 6
Western Kenya and Lake Victoria
Lake Victoria / Kisumu
Meals: B L

Birding through Western Kenya, Katotoi Hills, Busia grasslands, Yala Swamp and Lake Victoria wetlands.

Day 7
Maasai Mara birding finale
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Meals: B L

Finish with grassland birding, raptors and game-viewing in the Maasai Mara and Mara Triangle.

Locations & map

  • Nairobi - Nairobi County Kenya (Access city and Nairobi National Park birding.)
  • Lake Naivasha - Nakuru County Kenya (Great Rift Valley lake birding.)
  • Lake Nakuru National Park - Nakuru County Kenya (Lake and woodland birding.)
  • Lake Baringo - Baringo County Kenya (Dry-country and lake birding.)
  • Kakamega Forest - Kakamega County Kenya (Kenya's remnant tropical rainforest birding.)
  • Lake Victoria / Kisumu - Kisumu County Kenya (Papyrus, swamp and lake birding.)
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - Narok County Kenya (Grassland birding and wildlife section.)

7 stops in itinerary order. Select a marker for its name.

Availability & pricing

Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round by request; exact dates and best current birding windows to confirm with Ouma.

Package Amount
From price, partner confirmation required USD 14,229 / person

Included

  • 13 nights accommodation on full board basis as per final itinerary
  • English-speaking driver-guide and local bird guides where required
  • Park, reserve and conservancy entrance fees listed in the final itinerary
  • Private daily game drives in a 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • Lake Victoria birding boat ride
  • Drinking water and refreshments
  • Cultural visits unless specified in the final quote
  • Late departure fees and extra meals not mentioned
  • Drinks at hotels, camps and lodges
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and porterage
  • Personal travel insurance

Transport & stays

  • Private vehicle / boat where specified Exact vehicle, boat and pickup details to confirm with Ouma through BirdWatch inquiry. | Meet: Nairobi; exact pickup point confirmed after inquiry through BirdWatch.info. | Pickup: Hotel or airport pickup to confirm.

Policies & FAQ

Are dates fixed or private by request?

These are partner-tour listings. Current dates, availability and private departure options will be confirmed after enquiry after inquiry through BirdWatch.info.

Can the target bird list be adjusted?

Yes. The target list is a draft based on the tour information and regional birding context. Ouma should confirm any exact target species before booking.

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Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.

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