Kenya is one of Africa most outstanding bird watching safari and ornithological safaris destinations and a must tour for amateur and professional birders and ornithologist as the seamless overlapping habitats provide many bird species within short distances. Birding safaris in Kenya are more thrilling because you'll find Cattle Egrets picking insects next to Buffaloes, Ox-peckers grooming a Rhino, Hyenas and Vultures fighting it out on a carcass and the floating Hippo is a safe ferry for playful Sacred Ibis and Little Egrets.

The complexity in planning a bird watching holidays safari in Kenya is not about the availability of birds but of getting the right birding tour operator and safari company to organize your vacation as many birding tours to Kenya are now marketed as competition of the IBAs visited and final numbers on the checklist.

We invite you to Africa safaris and Adventures exclusive way of offering birding holidays in East Africa, whereby we take birdwatching tours and ornithological safaris back to its very basics, of observing birds in their natural habitats in a relaxed way. As bird watchers, this is the principle we use in our personal birding ventures in Kenya and it is the same we use when designing and delivering birding tours in Kenya to our clients.

Our birdwatching safari tours are about spending more time birding in the places we visit than most travel companies in Kenya do. Our focus is to let our clients enjoy birdwatching holiday and ornithological safaris by their ability and not at the pace, speed and the pressure of a birding tour guide.We truly believe that the best way of enjoying Kenya birdwatching safaris is when one is rested and the feedback from our clients vindicates this. We therefore stay for 2-3 nights per selected site as this gives us in-depth and quality birding opportunities, instead of just ticking species off a list. Indeed we continue to be amazed when we see birding groups arriving at a site late in the afternoon, do some birding in the garden/jetty and at the crack of dawn the next day they are off to another hotspot.

Another unique feature in our bird watching tours is that as much as possible we encourage people to step out of the car and actively bird on the ground, which results in more species seen. We must emphasize that the tours do not involve full days of walking, so they are not strenuous.
Against all the above considerations our clients set personal records in tours they have enjoyed and participated in a relaxed way; ultimately this is how we judge the success of our Kenya birdwatching safaris and ornithological tours. You may choose to join our scheduled small group tours (maximum 14 clients) where you will meet like-minded birders who are interested in the quality of their birding experience. We could also design an itinerary to suit your traveling scheme. You can depend on our experience and local knowledge to give you an ornithological and wildlife rich tour Kenya is one of the richest bird areas in the world, although many of the birds are brightly colored and exotic looking, they are generally quite easily recognized; within a day or two you will be identifying the various birds species with ease.

You will find bright pink Flamingos, Hammerkops, iridescent Kingfishers, Plovers, Herons, Storks, Geese, Cranes, Jacanas and of course the magnificent African Fish Eagle. In certain places along the Mombassa and malindi coast there are breeding pairs of Osprey as well. The open savannah plains, where the majority of the big safaris take place, offer excellent bird watching opportunities for some unusual ground dwellers. The Ground Hornbill, at nearly 110 cm. tall is one of the largest and most visible; the tall Secretary bird is also spotted often. Eagles, vultures, and ostrich, the largest bird on earth, are also spotted frequently.

A true bird lovers' expedition to Kenya's best bird-watching sports including the coastline. Expect to see more than 1000 species in only 23 days! This authentic bird watching safari itinerary is best suited for professional birders seeking a slow but detailed tour that gives the very best of the Kenya bird life in a very relaxed atmosphere. We have carefully selected the IBAs (Important Biodiversity Areas) and with a minimum of 2 to 3 night stays in every location, you will have quality time devoted to birding - and this is what makes our birding tours different. This safari will provide an excellent species count for the ardent bird watcher. Thru' Professional Binos: A True Bird Lovers' Expedition

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 1: Arrival Nairobi + Afternoon Excursion
Arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in the morning. Transfer t
 A morning to relax and wear off jet lag but not without an introduction of the Kenyan birds. After lunch we visit the Nairobi National Park, which despite being only a few kilometers from the city, is a home to big game. In its open grasslands scattered with acacia trees we will see the first game like Gazelles, Zebras, Giraffes and maybe some of the Cats. We also see Ostrich, Secretary Bird, Crowned Crane, Vulture, Cattle Egret, Great Egret, Tawny Eagle and a herd of Buffaloes should provide Red-billed Oxpecker perched on their backs. Black Kite, Marabou Stork, Pied Crow and African Palm Swift are also available in the park. Overnight at the Stanley Sarova Hotel Nairobi.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 2 - Lake Naivasha Region
After breakfast, depart by road to Lake Naivasha which is highest of all the Rift Valley lakes. Enjoy bird-watching along the way with brief stops at the Limuru Pod and the View Point to have a panoramic view of the Rift Valley Floor. Driving further along the Great Rift Valley we come to Lake Naivasha. Even though this lake is on the floor of the Valley, it is still situated at about 6,200 feet (1,890 metres) above sea level. Naivasha presents a mystery - even though the lake has no apparent outflows, its waters are fresh. Arrive at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort in time for lunch. Afternoon spend birding in the grounds of our Resort. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 3: Great Rift Valley - Lake Naivasha Basin
Early morning spend birding at the grounds of your hotel and surrounding areas before breakfast then after breakfast take a 2 hour boat trip for bird watching in the lake looking for Goliath Heron and Giant Kingfisher among the masses of other water birds. After lunch drive south-east to HELLS GATE NATIONAL PARK well known for its colonies of Rupell's Vultures and hordes of Mottled and Nyanza Swifts and Lanners hunting the swifts along the cliffs. With Luck we may see the Spooted Eagle Owl. Dinner and overnight Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 4: Masai Mara Game Reserve
After an early breakfast, we leave for the Masai Mara located further south into the Great Rift Valley. The Valley floor in Kenya is studded with volcanoes and seven lakes. These lakes fluctuate greatly in size according to the quality of the rains during the monsoons each year, sometimes drying up altogether. We arrive in time for lunch at Keekorok Lodge located on the eastern edge of the Masai Mara Game Reserve. This is the northern section of the Serengeti Plain, which is home to the greatest concentration of game animals in the world. On our afternoon bird-watching drive in the Masai Mara we have a very good chance of seeing all the major plains animals including lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, rhino, hyena, cheetah, jackal, warthog and many species of antelope. This day you can have an optional night drive. Dinner and overnight at Masai Mara Sarova Tented Camp

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 5: Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast, we continue to explore this miraculous area on our morning game drives. This open grassland is home to almost every species of East African wildlife including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, wildebeests, gazelles, and zebras and at least 53 species of birds of prey. This is one of the most spectacular sights in the world. Enroute to the Western side of Masai Mara we will visit a section of the Mara River where we hope to see many hippos and arriving in time for lunch at Mara Serena Lodge. Afternoon bird-watching walks within the lodge's vicinity. Dinner and overnight at Masai Mara Sarova Tented Camp

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 6: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Early Morning Game drive. Return to the lodge for breakfast then with picnic lunch depart for a full day of exciting game drives and bird watching. Here we learn about and see first hand the intricate web of dependency that binds the different species of animals together. Each animal has adapted to its own niche and to the other animals that surround it. Here we see Nature at its most subtle and, sometimes, most cruel as each animal struggles to survive and reproduce. Dinner and overnight in Masai Mara Sarova Tented Camp

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 7: Lake Victoria - Kisumu & Surrounding Areas
This morning after breakfast, we will drive to Kisumu, a city on the edge of Lake Victoria via some major birding hot spots on the way with lunch en route. Later in the evening, we will visit the famous Dunga Swamp (one of the strong hold of rare Lake Victoria swamp species). Dinner and overnight be at Kisumu Sunset Hotel.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 8: Kakamega Rain Forest
Early morning breakfast and depart just after dawn with picnic lunches and drive westwards through the scenic western escarpment of the Great Rift Valley to western Kenya region, arriving at kakamega forest in time for lunch at Rondo Retreat Center towards the Uganda border searching for Rock Pratincoles that normally reside on some isolated boulders along the way. Also on the nearby streamside bushes we look for Senegal Coucal, Yellow Fronted Tinker bird Yellow Throated Leaf-love, Copper Sunbird, Bar Breasted Fire finch Compact Weaver and many more other species. Dinner and overnight at Rondo Retreat Center

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 9: Kakamega Rain Forest
Full day spend viewing birds at this once extensive woodland forest. Afternoon visit the Kakamega Rain Forest to view the rare Red Columbus monkeys and the elusive forest animals, the abundant bird life like the beautiful Rose Turaco, butterflies and much more. Dinner and overnight at Rondo Retreat Center
Dinner and overnight at Rondo Retreat Center.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 10: Lake Baringo Basin
Depart after breakfast and drive south-east into the Great Rift Valley stopping for Black Headed Lapwings, Dark Chanting-Goshawk and silver birds to arrive at Lake Baringo arriving in time for lunch at Lake Baringo Country Club. Afternoon spent on the grounds of the Hotel bird viewing. Dinner and overnight at Lake Baringo Country Club.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 11: Lake Baringo Basin
Breakfast at the Hotel. Morning free to view birds. Depart after around 0900 drive to Lake Bogoria National Reserve which is a short distance away arriving in time for lunch at Lake Bogoria Hotel. Afternoon game and bird viewing. Also visit the Hot Springs. Afterwards drive back to Lake Baringo Country Club for Dinner and overnight

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 13: Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart after breakfast in the lodge and drive south-west on the floor of the world's greatest Valley viewing the beautiful landscape to arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in good time to do some birding before going for lunch at Lion Hhill Lodge. Afternoon game and bird viewing at Lake Nakuru national Park. Dinner and overnight at Lion Hill Lodge. The park is also a Sanctuary for both black and white rhinos, famous for millions of greater and lesser flamingoes and other bird species such as Narina Trogon. Red-throated Wryneck, Greater and scaly throated Honey guides, Arrow Marked Babbler and African Fire finch. This park is also a good area to see the leopard. Dinner & overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 12: Lake Nakuru National Park
Full day spend bird watching in this park looking for black and white rhinos, millions of greater and lesser flamingoes and other bird species such as Narina Trogon. Lake Nakuru is famous for its flocks of over one million Greater and Lesser Flamingoes. As well as seeing many large game animals such as zebras, elephants and gazelles, this is one of our best chances of seeing rhinos. These highly endangered animals are the second largest land animals in the world. Lake Nakuru National Park was the first place in Kenya selected as a rhino reserve. Here is one of the few places where we can see Rothschild's giraffes. Red-throated Wryneck, Greater and scaly throated Honey guides, Arrow Marked Babbler and African Fire finch. This park is also a good area to see the leopard. Dinner & overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 14: Mount Kenya & Central Kenya Highlands
Depart after an early breakfast and drive Mount Kenya region arriving at either Serena Mountain Lodge or Naromoru River Lodge in time for lunch. The massive size of this mountain and its gleaming and eroded snow-covered multiple peaks means that Mount Kenya dominates the surrounding countryside and even affects the local climate. This is also the traditional homeland of the Kikuyu people, the largest of Kenya's 40 recognized tribes. The Kikuyu believe that their god, Ngai, lives on Mount Kenya and so they build their homes with the doors facing towards the mountain, to welcome their god in. Afternoon spend around the lodge bird watching. Dinner and overnight at Naro Moru River Lodge or Serena Mountain Lodge.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 15: Mount Kenya & Central Kenya Highlands
After breakfast and drive with picnic lunches to the moorland habitat of Mount Kenya then ascend to above 10,000 feet to view the Alpine Chats that are common at this altitude and can be found around this area. We also look for Scarlet-tufted Malachite Sunbird. In the late afternoon we drive back to our hotel located at the foot of Kenya's highest mountain, Mt. Kenya. Dinner and overnight at Naro Moru River Lodge or Serena Mountain Lodge.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 16: Amboseli National Reserve
Depart after breakfast and drive to Amboseli National Park arriving in time for lunch in Nairobi at The Rangers Restaurant. Afternoon proceed to the Amboseli National Park, lying on the foothills of the most famous symbol of Africa, Mt Kilimanjaro. Afternoon game drive en-route to your lodge looking for species typical of this area especially on the marshlands. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge Or Oltukai Lodge.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 17: Amboseli National Reserve
Full day spend bird watching in this park with Lunch & Dinner Included. The snow- capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above a saucer of clouds dominates every aspect of Amboseli. Amboseli was gazetted as a national park in 1974; it covers only 392 square kilometers but despite its small size and its fragile ecosystem it supports a wide range of mammals, well over 50 of the larger species, and birds with over 400 species. Overnight at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge or Oltukai Lodge

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 18: Tsavo National Park
An early breakfast we drive through Tsavo West National Park to Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge arriving in time for lunch at Kilaguni Serena Lodge. After checking in, enjoy a late afternoon game drive with a visit Mzima Springs. Dinner and overnight at Kilaguni Serena Safari

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 19: Tsavo National Park
Early Morning bird watching in Tsavo West. Departing with a picnic lunch, we spend the day in search of the Savannah Birds enroute to Voyager Ziwani Luxury Camp where we will arrive late afternoon. By the way in some dry scrub close to Ziwani Camp we'll should be lucky enough to see the White-headed Mousebird, Scaly Chatterer and White-throated Robin. Dinner and overnight at Voyager Ziwani Luxury Camp.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 20: Tsavo National Park
After breakfast, proceed with our exploration of Tsavo, Kenya's largest national park enjoying bustling colony of African Golden Weavers and have a chance to look for the Resident Giant Kingfishers before proceeding to Saltlick Safari Lodge, famous for the large number of elephants that visit its floodlit waterhole each night to arrive for lunch. Afternoon spend bird watching in a remnant patch of forest at the top of the Taita Hills. Dinner and over night at Salt Lick Safari Lodge

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 21: Kenya Coast - Malindi Turtle Bay
After an early breakfast, we depart with lunch boxes to Malindi Town located on the northern coast of Mombasa. Arrive at Turtle Bay Beach Resort is situated along the famous Watamu. Over 450 Species have been recorded within a radius of 25 Kilometres of Watamu and Turtle Bay Beach Club is superbly located in a hotspot for East African coastal birds. Evening of relaxation after the day's trip. Dinner and overnight at Turtle Bay Beach Resort.

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 22 + DAY 23: Kenya Coast - Malindi Turtle Bay
We spend 2 full days birding around the wonderful sites covering a range of habitats from tidal mangroves and East African dry forest, to dry bush. Along, we visit the Arabuko-Sokoke Forest the largest Kenyan remnant of East African coastal dry forest which consists of three vegetation types each with its own assemblage of species. "The Small Six" are the six Globally Threatened birds which occur in the forest, The presence of these six rare birds has resulted in the forest being ranked by BirdLife International as one of the ten most important forests in mainland Africa for bird conservation. These Special Species: Sokoke Scops Owl - Africa's smallest owl, confined to the Cynometra Thicket. All meals and overnights at Turtle Bay Beach Club

Sarova Lodge & Tented Camp Birding Safari Day 24: Back To Nairobi + Depart
Morning spent birding at the grounds of hotel or having some fun at the beach. After lunch, transfer to the to Malindi Airport to catch a flight for an hour's flight back to Nairobi. Arrive in time to connect with your onward flight marking the end of our birding expedition! The ultimate birding safari in Kenya including Lakes Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Lake Baringo, Lake Bogoria and Kakamega Forest, with opportunities to see vast flocks of flamingoes as well as hundreds of species of other birds at Kenya's top birding sites.

This will not only be a specialised birding safari, but will also offer you opportunities for sightseeing and watching and photographing other wildlife. You will be able to see the stunning countryside including a breath-taking view of the Rift Valley dropping thousands of feet. En route to several destinations, you will also have a chance to see the different local tribes and observe their way of living. We will be staying in 5 star accommodations with comfortable transport between holiday destinations by minibus. This are window guaranteed seats .At the various destinations we may split the group into smaller numbers for better viewing and here will use resident guides who have vast knowledge of the local areas. All selected destinations are Kenya's IBAs (Important Bird Areas).