Sulmac Village Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

8 Days Classic Kenya Safari Experience

Day by Day Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu You will be picked up from the airport or your Nairobi Hotel by a designated Nala Tours and Travel driver/guide. Depart from Nairobi in the morning and drive to Samburu National Reserve (approximately 5-6 hours). Arrive at Samburu and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon game drive in Samburu to encounter unique wildlife species. Dinner and overnight stay at Samburu. Day 2: Full Day in Samburu Embark on a full day of game drives in Samburu. Explore the reserve's distinct landscapes and witness the special "Samburu Five" – unique wildlife species to this region. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve. Return to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation. Day 3: Samburu to Aberdare National Park Depart from Samburu after breakfast and drive to Aberdare National Park (approximately 4-5 hours). Arrive at Aberdare and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon game viewing from your lodge with the possibility of seeing elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Aberdare. Day 4: Aberdare to Lake Nakuru Morning departure from Aberdare and drive to Lake Nakuru (approximately 2-3 hours). Arrive at Lake Nakuru and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its flamingos and rhinos. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Nakuru. Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha Morning game drive in Lake Nakuru for wildlife viewing. After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha (approximately 2 hours' drive). Arrive at Lake Naivasha and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon boat safari on Lake Naivasha to enjoy the scenery and birdlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Naivasha. Day 6: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara Depart from Lake Naivasha after breakfast and drive to Masai Mara (approximately 4-5 hours). Arrive at your chosen lodge or camp in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara to witness the abundant wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Masai Mara. Day 7: Full Day Game Drives in Masai Mara Embark on a full day of game drives in Masai Mara. Capture the sunrise during an early morning drive and enjoy a packed lunch in the reserve. Explore different regions, including key points like the Mara River known for wildlife crossings. Return to the lodge or camp in the late afternoon for relaxation. Dinner and overnight stay at Masai Mara. Day 8: Masai Mara to Nairobi Enjoy an early morning game drive. Return to the lodge for breakfast and check-out. Depart from Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, concluding your remarkable 8-day Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Masai Mara safari.

Africa·Lake Naivasha·Boat Bird Watching

Lake Naivasha is located about 90 kilometers northwest of Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, and is situated within the Great Rift Valley. The lake was formed by fault subsidence, with a length of 20 kilometers from north to south, a width of 13 kilometers from east to west, a maximum depth of 20 meters, a lake surface elevation of 1900 meters, and a lake surface area of about 260 square kilometers. It is the highest lake in the rift valley. There is a winding island in the middle of the lake called "Crescent Island", which is a private wildlife sanctuary. Lake Naivasha is one of the most beautiful freshwater lakes in Kenya and the only freshwater lake in Kenya. The lake is rich in perch and African carp. There are large areas of papyrus swamps on the lake shore, and a "Country Club" is set up on the lake shore.

Navasha Lake | An animal paradise created for a documentary Navasha Lake is one of the most beautiful freshwater lakes in Kenya and the only freshwater lake in Kenya. There are the largest number of hippos and birds here, but the most worthwhile thing in Navasha is the beautiful island. "Into Africa" filmed Navasha Lake, in order to make this film, the film crew created an ecological environment on an island in the heart of the lake, carrying a lot of animals on the island, such as the giraffe zebra antelope horn Horse and so on. After the filming, the animals stayed behind. There were no natural enemies. They thrived on the island. Because there were no carnivores, the whole island was a bird and animal paradise. This is the only trip that can be used to walk close to animals. Take a boat across Navasha Lake to reach the island on that shore. After wandering around to the other side of the island, this is the island of "Into Africa", which is called a no-man's land. It is full of animals and a peaceful, like a paradise in dreams. The body is in hell, eyes enter heaven, and the soul falls into the hometown. I would like to have a thousand lights, and shine through the night, even if the moths are burning, there is no fear. When I saw such a peaceful and hard-to-find landscape, this is my definition of travel. The island is not big. The giraffes, antelopes, wildebeests and zebras we see most are very quiet. Maybe because there are no natural enemies, they dont fight or quarrel. They are clean. Grazing, triumphant. The boatman who took us on the island wore shepherd's clothes, thin and thin body, and it was very lonely to walk on this grassland. This beautiful and lonely animal world, a peaceful and quiet, let people put down all the irritations in the heart, I felt that life is so calm for the first time.

Lake Naivasha, Kenya, is a beautiful lake in the Great Rift Valley. There are many elegant resorts and a paradise for birds. It is a huge bird that flies like Dapeng. Waving strong wings, driving the bulky body to fly upwards, or sliding low-altitude, double-flying, perched on a tall acacia tree, because the weight is too large, so the branches are swaying.

Africa·Lake Naivasha·Boat Bird Watching

Lake Naivasha is located about 90 kilometers northwest of Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, and is situated within the Great Rift Valley. The lake was formed by fault subsidence, with a length of 20 kilometers from north to south, a width of 13 kilometers from east to west, a maximum depth of 20 meters, a lake surface elevation of 1900 meters, and a lake surface area of about 260 square kilometers. It is the highest lake in the rift valley. There is a winding island in the middle of the lake called "Crescent Island", which is a private wildlife sanctuary. Lake Naivasha is one of the most beautiful freshwater lakes in Kenya and the only freshwater lake in Kenya. The lake is rich in perch and African carp. There are large areas of papyrus swamps on the lake shore, and a "Country Club" is set up on the lake shore.

The truth is indeed hard to hear, but it is the real situation of tourism in Africa!

The truth is indeed hard to hear😥, but it is the real situation of tourism in Africa.. Let's talk about the big truth of the current situation of tourism in Africa📝 Although it's hard to hear, this is the situation, and I hope it will be of some practical help to those who want to come to Africa❗❗❗ 🔹 1. Safari is dusty, prepare a dirty clothes bag in advance to separate from clean clothing🧳 🔹 2. Be sure to book your accommodation in advance🏠!!! To avoid the situation where the hotel you want to stay in is fully booked 🔹 3. Be sure to choose a lodge or camp inside the park⛺, to experience the most beautiful moments of the park in the morning and evening. Staying outside the park means being far from the national park, spending more time on the road, and the animals are more active in the morning and evening 🔹 4. After a day of Safari, you'll be covered in dust😷, remember to prepare disposable bath towels according to the number of days of your trip 🔹 5. Due to animals frequently dying from ingesting plastic bags🛍, the use of plastic bags has been restricted in Kenya since 2017 🔹 6. If you have plastic bags, meat, fruits🍏, etc., after unpacking, you will be taken to a small room to pay a fine 🔹 7. Wear holey shoes/sandals, often need to stand on chairs to see animals, and they are also convenient for walking 🔹 8. Bring medicine for stomach and treatment for diarrhea💊, the dust on Safari is heavy, it's best to bring a mask, and if you have rhinitis, bring something for cleaning 🔹 9. Kenya safari requires a Yellow Book📔, you need to go to the International Travel Health Care Center for vaccination, it is recommended to go 1-2 months in advance during the peak season, otherwise, if the reservation is too late, you may have to go to the neighboring city to get the shot💉 🔹 10. The 'Great Migration' of animals is so famous that everyone thinks that outside of June to September, the animals🐘 in Kenya have all gone! In fact, Kenya has dozens of national parks🏕 and reserves, such as Amboseli, Nakuru, Samburu, etc., where the number of animals is basically constant and does not migrate, and you can see them at any time 🔹 🔵8-day Mini Panoramic Route📈🔵 🌈Recommended itinerary 🌱Day 1 Amboseli 🌱Day 2 Amboseli 🌱Day 3 Naivasha 🌱Day 4 Masai Mara 🌱Day 5 Masai Mara 🌱Day 6 Masai Mara/Nakuru 🌱Day 7 Nairobi/Mount Kenya 🌱Day 8 Return 🫂Recommended number of people: 4, 6 Masai Mara National Reserve

8 Days Classic Kenya Safari Experience

Day by Day Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu You will be picked up from the airport or your Nairobi Hotel by a designated Nala Tours and Travel driver/guide. Depart from Nairobi in the morning and drive to Samburu National Reserve (approximately 5-6 hours). Arrive at Samburu and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon game drive in Samburu to encounter unique wildlife species. Dinner and overnight stay at Samburu. Day 2: Full Day in Samburu Embark on a full day of game drives in Samburu. Explore the reserve's distinct landscapes and witness the special "Samburu Five" – unique wildlife species to this region. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve. Return to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation. Day 3: Samburu to Aberdare National Park Depart from Samburu after breakfast and drive to Aberdare National Park (approximately 4-5 hours). Arrive at Aberdare and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon game viewing from your lodge with the possibility of seeing elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Aberdare. Day 4: Aberdare to Lake Nakuru Morning departure from Aberdare and drive to Lake Nakuru (approximately 2-3 hours). Arrive at Lake Nakuru and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its flamingos and rhinos. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Nakuru. Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha Morning game drive in Lake Nakuru for wildlife viewing. After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha (approximately 2 hours' drive). Arrive at Lake Naivasha and check in at your chosen accommodation. Afternoon boat safari on Lake Naivasha to enjoy the scenery and birdlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Naivasha. Day 6: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara Depart from Lake Naivasha after breakfast and drive to Masai Mara (approximately 4-5 hours). Arrive at your chosen lodge or camp in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara to witness the abundant wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at Masai Mara. Day 7: Full Day Game Drives in Masai Mara Embark on a full day of game drives in Masai Mara. Capture the sunrise during an early morning drive and enjoy a packed lunch in the reserve. Explore different regions, including key points like the Mara River known for wildlife crossings. Return to the lodge or camp in the late afternoon for relaxation. Dinner and overnight stay at Masai Mara. Day 8: Masai Mara to Nairobi Enjoy an early morning game drive. Return to the lodge for breakfast and check-out. Depart from Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, concluding your remarkable 8-day Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Masai Mara safari.

Kenya Chronicles: 10 Days of Adventure and Discovery

1:In these eventful 10 days in Kenya, we embarked on a journey filled with astonishing experiences, encounters, and newfound friendships. From overcoming the initial uncertainty of entry to exploring some of Kenya's most remarkable places, this trip was nothing short of extraordinary. Join us as we recount our incredible adventures in the heart of Africa. 2: "From Nairobi's Nights to the Maasai's Heights: Kenya Unveiled" Our Kenyan odyssey unfolded with thrilling intensity, from a night in Nairobi, deemed one of Africa's most perilous cities, to shopping escapades against advice. We'll share how we navigated challenges, boarded Kenya's impeccable trains, and slept under the starry skies, serenaded by hippos. Follow us as we rose before dawn for unforgettable wildlife encounters and witnessed elephants quenching their thirst in our hotel pool. 3: "Wild Encounters and Savanna Sojourns: Kenya's Best Kept Secrets" Exploring Kenya's national parks, sailing on Lake Nakuru to witness vibrant flamingos, and riding through the savanna while convincing zebras we're one of them—these were just some of the highlights. We'll also divulge tales of leaping alongside the Maasai tribe and a hair-raising encounter with a pride of lions. Plus, our early morning hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes. 4: "Kenya's Vast Horizons: A Journey Beyond Imagination" Our 10-day escapade covered over 2000 kilometers, offering insights into Kenya's diverse landscapes, wildlife, and culture. We savored African sunsets with fine wine, stayed in the same camp as celebrities, and chuckled at the local pronunciation of "dikdik." Get ready for an overload of photos and a chance to win unique souvenirs as we relive these unforgettable moments. 5: "Chilled to the Bone in Kenya's Unexpected Cold Snap" One surprising discovery during our Kenyan adventure was the bone-chilling cold that gripped us at night, despite the daytime warmth. From +11°C nights to living in jackets brought from Moscow's winter, we'll share our comical encounters with this unexpected weather twist. 6: "Kenyan Safari: Where Nature's Majesty Meets African Hospitality" Kenya enchanted us not only with its natural beauty but also with the warmth and manners of its people. We were amazed by the pristine conditions of Kenyan trains, the beauty of African sunsets, and the captivating wildlife. Join us as we reflect on our encounters, humorous language mix-ups, and a heart-pounding standoff with a black rhinoceros. 7: "From Kenya to Mauritius: A Bonding Journey of a Lifetime" Our adventure in Kenya was not just about exploring a new place but also about forging deeper connections. We cherished the time spent with family and friends, gaining fresh perspectives and energy. Follow our journey as we bid farewell to Kenya and set our sights on the paradise island of Mauritius, recharged and ready for more adventures.

Wild Encounters: More Animals than Friends

In my blog, you'll find more photos with animals than with friends. And honestly, I see them more often too, unfortunately or fortunately. There should've been a buffalo in this picture, but it's currently in a witness protection program. Can you believe it? In Kenya, there's a team tracking animals' locations daily to protect them from hunters and poachers who export their horns and pelts to China. The rhino horn trade is particularly absurd, as Chinese believe it has healing properties. We did manage to complete the Big Five! Lion, buffalo, leopard, rhino, and elephant. Once, hunters believed these were the hardest animals to kill, which is why they were the most prized. Nowadays, the only hunting allowed in Kenya is photo hunting. And spotting this famous five is considered the luckiest safari experience. So, what animal in its natural habitat would you like to see most?