Begin your adventure with an early departure from Nairobi, heading toward the lush foothills of Mount Kenya. En route, we make a strategic stop to search for the endemic Hinde’s Babbler, a prized species for any birder.

Upon arrival, check in at Castle Forest Lodge and enjoy mid‑morning birding around the property. After lunch, venture deeper into the forest where shy, sound‑dependent species reveal themselves through careful listening and expert guidance.
Accommodation: Castle Forest Lodge

Spend the morning targeting species missed the previous day, focusing on mixed‑feeding flocks that gather during the non‑breeding season — a thrilling opportunity to observe multiple forest species at once.
After lunch, enjoy a scenic drive to Nyeri for a relaxed evening.

Accommodation: Le Pristine Hote

Today’s route takes you through the dramatic landscapes of Aberdare National Park, home to high‑altitude specialties including the Aberdare Cisticola, Jackson’s Francolin, Moorland Chat, Buff‑spotted Flufftail, and the striking Scarlet‑tufted Malachite Sunbird.
Continue to the Kinangop Plateau to search for the endemic Sharpe’s Longclaw, a must‑see for serious birders.

Accommodation: Panorama Lodge

Start the morning with a peaceful boat ride on Lake Naivasha followed by a guided walk along the acacia‑lined shoreline — a hotspot for waterbirds and woodland species.
Return for lunch, then depart for the warm, bird‑rich landscapes of Lake Baringo.

Accommodation: Sandai Resort

Begin with an early cliff‑side walk in search of regional specialties such as Three‑banded Courser, Brown‑tailed Rock Thrush, Verreaux’s Eagle‑Owl, Spotted Eagle‑Owl, and Chestnut‑crowned Sparrow‑Weaver.
As temperatures rise, birding pauses until late afternoon when activity picks up again — ideal for comfortable and productive sightings.
Accommodation: Sandai Resort

Start the day with a rewarding boat safari on Lake Baringo, offering close encounters with species such as Goliath Heron, African Crake, Allen’s Gallinule, Little & Dwarf Bitterns, African Skimmer, Northern Carmine Bee‑eater, Giant Kingfisher, and many more.
Afterward, travel toward Kakamega Forest via the scenic Kerio Valley, making targeted birding stops along the way.

Accommodation: Rondo Retreat

Enjoy a world‑class birding day in Kenya’s only true rainforest — a biodiversity treasure.
Target species include:

• Great Blue & Black‑billed Turacos
• Grey Parrot (now rare in Kakamega)
• Blue‑headed Bee‑eater
• White‑headed Wood Hoopoe
• Yellow‑billed, Yellow‑spotted & Hairy‑breasted Barbets
• Thick‑billed & Least Honeyguides
• Cassin’s Honeybird
• Brown‑eared, Buff‑spotted & Yellow‑crested Woodpeckers
• African Broadbill, Red‑bellied Paradise Flycatcher, Petit’s Cuckooshrike
• Pink‑footed Puffback, Lühder’s & Bocage’s Bushshrikes
• Wattle‑eyes, Greenbuls, Apalis species, Green Hylia
• Turner’s Eremomela, Dusky Tit, Nigritas, Bluebill, Waxbill
•  Black‑billed Weaver, Red‑headed Malimbe, Olive Sunbird, Bar‑tailed Trogon

A spectacular day for any birder.
Accommodation: Rondo Retreat

Enjoy a relaxed morning bird walk in Kakamega before departing for Kisumu after lunch.
Accommodation: Kisumu (hotel varies by preference)

Begin with an early morning boat excursion on Lake Victoria in search of papyrus specialists including:

• Papyrus Gonolek
• Papyrus Canary
• Papyrus Yellow Warbler
• Great Swamp Warbler
• White‑winged Warbler

After an early lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Nairobi — marking the end of a rich and rewarding birding journey.

• All transport
• Accommodation
• Park fees
• Domestic flight
• Professional bird guide allowances

• Tips
• Visas and Flight fares
• Alcoholic beverages
• Any other item not listed in the inclusions
• Government taxes