5 Days Birdwatching and Photography Tour

This 5-days birdwatching and photography tour is designed for bird lovers, photographers, and nature enthusiasts eager to capture Kenya’s remarkable avian diversity. Kenya is home to over 1,100 recorded bird species, making it one of the richest birding destinations in Africa. This tour combines guided birdwatching excursions, nature walks, and photographic opportunities in top birding destinations such as Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the Aberdare Ranges. With the guidance of professional birding and photography experts, guests will enjoy capturing rare bird species, spectacular landscapes, and other wildlife encounters while staying in comfortable lodges close to nature.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Birding at Nairobi National Park

Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be picked up from the airport or your hotel by our professional bird guide. Begin your adventure with a birding drive through Nairobi National Park, home to more than 500 bird species including the Secretary Bird, Lilac-breasted Roller, Crowned Crane, and the rare Martial Eagle. In the evening, transfer to your Nairobi lodge for dinner and overnight.Accommodation: Nairobi Lodge/Hotel

Day 2: Nairobi – Lake Naivasha Birdwatching

After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake famous for its birdlife. Spend the day exploring the shores by boat and foot, capturing iconic species like the African Fish Eagle, Pied Kingfisher, Great Cormorant, and various herons. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking safari in the Crescent Island Sanctuary, where you can photograph giraffes, antelopes, and zebras alongside bird species.Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Lodge .

Day 3: Full Day Birding at Lake Nakuru National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, one of the finest birding destinations in East Africa. The park is renowned for its flamingo populations (seasonal), pelicans, African Spoonbill, and over 400 other species. Alongside bird photography, you may also spot rhinos, lions, and Rothschild’s giraffes. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge

Day 4: Aberdare Ranges Birding Safari

Today you will head to the Aberdare Ranges, a cool montane ecosystem home to forest birds and highland species. You’ll have the chance to capture beautiful shots of the Hartlaub’s Turaco, Tacazze Sunbird, Montane White-eye, and rare endemics such as the Aberdare Cisticola. This day is perfect for photographers seeking to document both forest scenery and birdlife in misty mountain backdrops.Accommodation: Aberdare Lodge

Day 5: Return to Nairobi – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a short birding walk around your lodge before departing for Nairobi. Depending on your flight schedule, you may stop at bird-rich wetlands near Limuru or the Nairobi Arboretum for a final photography session. Drop-off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 5-day birdwatching and photography safari.

Highlights of the Tour

• POver 300 bird species to photograph across lakes, forests, and savannahs.
• Birdwatching at Nairobi National Park, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and Aberdare Ranges.
• Professional bird guide and photography support.
• Close-up photography opportunities of flamingos, raptors, and waterbirds.
• Scenic landscapes that complement bird and wildlife photography.

What’s Included

• Private transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional guide.
• Three nights’ accommodation in luxury tented camps or lodges.
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) as per the itinerary.
• All park entry fees and birdwatching permits.
• Unlimited game drives as per itinerary.
• Bottled water during game drives.
• Airport or hotel pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi.

What’s Not Included

• International or domestic flights.
• Personal expenses such as laundry, beverages, and souvenirs.
• Optional Maasai village visit ($30 per person).
• Tips and gratuities for guides and camp/lodge staff.
• Travel insurance.

What to Bring

• Comfortable safari clothing in neutral colors.
• Camera and binoculars for wildlife viewing.
• Sunhat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
• Warm jacket for early morning and evening game drives.
• Personal toiletries and insect repellent.
• A small backpack for daily essentials.

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