6 Days – (Kenya Birdwatching Safari) Nairobi, Naivasha & Baringo Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable Kenya Birdwatching Safari, a 6-day journey through some of the country’s most diverse bird habitats. Ideal for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts, this safari combines scenic beauty, wildlife, and over 450 bird species in stunning natural settings.

Your KE Birdwatching Safari begins at Nairobi National Park, where open grasslands host crowned cranes, ostriches, and secretary birds against a backdrop of the city skyline. Continue to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater haven for kingfishers, fish eagles, and herons. Enjoy a tranquil boat ride surrounded by hippos and an incredible array of aquatic birdlife.

Next, venture to Lake Baringo, one of Kenya’s premier birding destinations. With the guidance of expert ornithologists, spot rare species like the Heuglin’s Courser, African Fish Eagle, and Verreaux’s Eagle Owl. Optional cultural visits to nearby Njemps and Pokot communities add an authentic local experience.

This Kenya Birdwatching Safari promises a perfect balance of adventure and serenity, combining comfortable lodges, professional guides, and spectacular avian encounters in Kenya’s breathtaking Rift Valley.

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation in lodges/camps near birding sites
  • All meals as per itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle for transport and game drives
  • Professional birding guide/driver
  • Park and conservation fees
  • Boat rides in Naivasha and Baringo
  • Guided nature/bird walks
  • Bottled drinking water during excursions
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks (unless specified)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities not mentioned in itinerary
  • Personal items and souvenirs

Tour Plan

Day 1: Nairobi National Park – Urban Birding Delight

Start your adventure with a morning birding drive in Nairobi National Park, a unique wildlife area just outside the city. Look out for kori bustards, secretary birds, and a variety of raptors.

Day 2: Lake Naivasha – Freshwater Bird Haven

Travel to Lake Naivasha, famous for African fish eagles, kingfishers, and herons. In the afternoon, take a boat ride to see waterbirds up close.

Day 3: Crescent Island – Guided Birding Walk

Enjoy a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, where you can spot giraffes and antelopes alongside abundant birdlife such as cormorants and bee-eaters.

Day 4: Lake Baringo – Rift Valley’s Bird Paradise

Head to Lake Baringo, a top birding destination known for over 450 recorded species. Evening birding walk with your guide.

Day 5: Lake Baringo – Full-Day Birding

Spend a full day exploring Baringo’s diverse habitats – from papyrus swamps to rocky cliffs – where you may encounter Verreaux’s eagle, African skimmer, and the beautiful white-faced whistling duck.

Day 6: Return to Nairobi

Morning birding session, then begin your scenic drive back to Nairobi with your life list happily expanded.

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$ 1,155.00
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