"Lions and tigers and bears– oh my!" If a safari is in your travel plans, you might like to consider a seven-day Cheetah Safari in beautiful Kenya. One such safari, offered by Shoor Safaris, provides a package that will make your safari vacation a memorable experience.

Located in southwestern Kenya, the Masai Mara game park reserve is home to the black rhinoceros, African buffalo, African elephant, leopard and lion. Known as "the big five," these large, dangerous animals have been the prey of wildlife hunters, but Masai Mara provides safety both for these animals and wildlife fans who wish to see them in their natural environment. The cheetah of Masai Mara must be seen to be appreciated– and the number of them are diminishing. If you choose to go on your safari in September or October, you can also witness the great annual migration of the wildebeest. The Masai Mara is the most famous wild game reserve in Kenya.

The Masai people have been largely unaffected by the outside world, continuing their culture in traditional villages in this area. Preferring their colorful clothing and beads, the modern world is slowly influencing them to stray from their long-traditional ways and lifestyle.

With this safari package you will also experience Lake Nakuru National Park. Lake Nakuru, which began as a bird sanctuary in 1960, was granted National Park status in 1968. While the main attraction of this park is the flamingo and approximately 450 species of water birds, there are also 56 species of mammals. The great scenery is also an attraction of Lake Nakuru– including the Makalia Waterfalls; Lion Hill Ridge; and the views from Out of Africa and Baboon Cliff. Lake Nakuku National Park also contains approximately 550 different species of plants.

Mountain Lodge, which is located at the edge of Mount Kenya National Park, is set up specifically for animal-watching. At an elevation of 7200 feet, it is the perfect place to view all of the animals which make their way to the artificial watering hole and saltlick. Elephants, bushback and mongoose cluster in this area, as do numerous mountain forest birds such as the Abyssinian crimson wing, red-fronted parrot, silver-cheeked hornbill, and mountain oriole. When you are in this location, you will also have a breathtaking view of Mount Kenya.

In addition to the spectacular natural beauty of Kenya and the chance to view wildlife that would be difficult to find in such abundance anywhere else, this Cheetah Safari tour package also includes a wealth of other tourist attractions. The Mount Kenya Safari Club is one such attraction on the itinerary– founded in 1959 by the late actor William Holden, Ray Ryan and Carl Hirschmann, it is a haven for aristocracy, royalty, and the international "jet-set." At the Mount Kenya Safari Club you can enjoy the finest dining, and many relaxing activities.

The Cheetah Safari is one of both excitement and leisure– and you can experience a wide variety of both in this safari package. Your tour guides will assist you at every turn; and you will have fine hotel accomodations while ensuring that you will not miss anything that the area has to offer. Depending on your preference of travel dates, the rates for this safari package range from $1330 to $1515 per person with two people sharing. This package price includes your accomodations, tour bus transportation, tour guides, and the entry fees for the parks.