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.
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.
Birds you can spot
Chrysococcyx cupreus
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Haliaeetus vocifer
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Crinifer personatus
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Actophilornis africanus
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Circus ranivorus
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Anastomus lamelligerus
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Ispidina lecontei
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Threskiornis aethiopicus
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Platalea alba
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Guides
Itinerary ▼
Arrival and introductory birding around Nairobi and Nairobi National Park, subject to flight timing.
Move into the Rift Valley for lake and wetland birding around Naivasha and nearby habitats.
Birding around Lake Nakuru, woodland edges and park habitats.
Explore Lakes Bogoria and Baringo for waterbirds, dry-country birds and local specialties.
Travel west and begin forest birding in Kenya's remnant tropical rainforest.
Birding through Western Kenya, Katotoi Hills, Busia grasslands, Yala Swamp and Lake Victoria wetlands.
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.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Year-round by request; exact dates and best current birding windows to confirm with Ouma.
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-review draft listings. Current dates, availability and private departure options should be confirmed by Oluokos Signature after inquiry through BirdWatch.info.
Can the target bird list be adjusted?
Yes. The target list is a draft based on the source material and regional birding context. Ouma should confirm any exact target species before booking.