Day 1 - Nairobi
On arrival, you are met and transferred to your Hotel in Nairobi Accommodation on bed and breakfast basis – The Fairview Hotel or similar
Day 2 - Nairobi – Tsavo West National Park
Leave Nairobi after breakfast at your Hotel. Continuing South, we head into famed Tsavo National Game Reserve. This is one of the largest parks in the continent, where some of the most magnificent natural views will unfold. Arrive in time for lunch followed by the early afternoon at leisure
In the late afternoon, we head to Mzima Springs, where jungle like vegetation surrounds the crystal springs that pump out millions of gallons of clear cool water …the source of Mombasa's drinking water!. Hippo and crocs abound – enjoy viewing through a glassy observation point inside the pools, and the cool banks that are a favorite point for countless baboons and monkeys. We leave the tour vans here and in the company of trained and experienced rangers we take a walk under the acacia umbrella shaped cover. On the way back to the lodge an African sunset will possibly set the mood for a real ''Sundowner'' before dinner. Dinner and overnight at a lodge
Day 3 - Tsavo / Amboseli
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Tsavo before breakfast and thereafter, leave leisurely for Amboseli National Park (approx. 100 kms away!). Arrive in Amboseli in time for lunch and thereafter, enjoy an afternoon game drive of this park famous for its great herds of Elephant that graze on the swampy areas of the park during the day before retiring to the Mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro slopes in the evening.
Your lodge right at the foot of Majestic Mt Kilimanjaro gives a wonderful view particularly in the evening and morning when the peaks are clear and you can enjoy these views from the comfort of your room! Dinner and overnight.
Day 4 - Amboseli National Park
A full day in Amboseli with game drives (2 game drives, each of approx. 3 hrs), all meals and overnight as above
Amboseli National Park provides the classic Hollywood image of Africa. Set in rolling savannah scenery it is dwarfed by the presence of the pink-tinged, snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro which, at 5,896 meters, is the highest free-standing mountain in the world and topped by one fifth of all the ice in Africa. Against this magnificent backdrop roam vast herds of elephant accompanied by a kaleidoscope of other fabulous beasts - lion, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, baboon, gazelle hippo and wildebeest to name but a few. There are also over 400 species of birds, all manner of reptilian, flora and fauna and some of the most soul-searing views in Africa.
Day 5 - Amboseli / Nairobi / Aberdares
Leave Amboseli early after breakfast and enjoy a game drive as you exit. Via Nairobi, drive to the Western Shoulder of Mt. Kenya – the Aberdares. Lunch on this day can be taken in Nairobi before heading on to the Aberdares.
Enjoy an afternoon / evening of game viewing from your Tree hotel balconies – Dinner and overnight (The Ark, Treetops or Mountain Lodge)
Day 6 - Samburu National park
Leave after breakfast and continue further north to the Samburu Game Reserve. It’s a semi-arid region that has high climatic conditions, light clothing is appropriate for the day. This region has various species not found in other parts of the country. They include the grevys zebra, reticulated giraffe, beisa oryx and the gerenuk. Amongst other wildlife are the elephant, the grazers and the carnivores. The bird life is countless and amazing.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge and thereafter, leave for an afternoon game drive to return for dinner and overnight.
Day 7 - Samburu National Park
A full day in Samburu with game drives, all meals and overnight as above.
The inhabitants of this region are the Samburu community, a people who have stuck to their culture just like the Maasai people. Morning and afternoon game drives are to your disposal.
Day 8 - The Great Rift Valley – Nakuru National Park
Leave leisurely after breakfast and drive via the Nyahururu Water Falls (Thompson Falls – commonly known as the T-falls!) stopping to view, and down the escarpment into the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park located right on the floor of the awe-inspiring Rift Valley. This soda lake is ridged by picturesque hills giving a wonderful view of the whole expanse of the lake and shores, drawing many aquatic birds along with the countless flamingos whose flight makes a pink cloud against blue water. Over 450 species of birds are available in this sanctuary. Lunch at your lodge will be followed by an afternoon game drive in this small game-filled Park returning at dusk for dinner and overnight
Day 9 - Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, continue across the floor of the Great Rift Valley past the Maasai town of Narok to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve by lunch time. For most safari participants, this is the jewel and highlight of the safari expedition. You will be enchanted by the diversity of animals that roam the Mara plains, and if traveling over the migration period, you will experience the seasonal annual migration of wildebeests and zebras in millions as they cross over into this ecosystem from Serengeti (July – October). The breathtaking topography of the region, comprising of endless expansive escarpments and plateaus will be interesting. The park is home to the largest populations of predators including the big cats. Witnessing them making a' kill' is phenomenal. Enjoy an afternoon game drive returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight
Days 10 & 11 - Maasai Mara National Reserve
Full day in the Mara with game drives, an early morning game drive and a late afternoon game drive – each of approximately 3 hours, all meals and overnight as above. On this day, you may opt to take a balloon ride in the morning followed by a Champagne breakfast, as opposed to a game drive, an unforgettable experience at an extra cost! Possible too is a visit to a Maasai Village (Manyatta) in between the two game drives.
Day 12 - Mara / Nairobi
An early morning game drive in the Mara is followed by breakfast and thereafter, return to Nairobi to arrive by mid afternoon. Lunch en route. Bed and breakfast accommodation in Nairobi.
Day 13 - Nairobi
A full day in Nairobi at leisure; Clients can shop on this day or take time to enjoy short excursions in Nairobi among them – a city tour, a tour to the Giraffe Centre and Karen Blixen Museum, The Animal Orphanage, Nairobi National Park half day, The Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage etc.
Bed and Breakfast accommodation
Day 14 - Depart
Transfer to the airport for your flight out
CHOOSE LODGE SAFARI OR CAMPING SAFARI
What is included in the price:
- Transport by special safari vehicle
- Services of an English-speaking driver/tour guide
- Game park entrance fees
- Full board accommodation while on safari.
What is not included in the price:
- Personal travel insurance
- Flying doctors emergency evacuation cover [available for purchase from our offices - for 2 months cover at US$25 up to 500-km radius from Wilson Airport and US$50 above 500 km]
- Hotel accommodation in Nairobi (we can arrange this for you on request)
- All airport taxes and visas
- All personal expenses; e.g. laundry, telephones, beverages, tips, portage, etc.
- All airport/hotel/airport transfers (we can arrange this for you on request)
- All international flights / airfares (we can arrange this for you on request)
- Any other extras not stated as included above