A combination of first-class accommodation in lodges and luxury-tented camps will bring you close to the diversity that Kenya has to offer. The safari features a world-famous tree hotel overlooking a watering hole, the panoramic semi-desert of Samburu, the Mount Kenya region and the rolling plains of the Maasai Mara.
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DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Tuesday, Arrive Nairobi
Your safari adventure begins with a warm welcome by our representative and the transfer to the luxurious Norfolk hotel. With its rich history and British colonial charm, your will realize why it is considered one of the “Leading Hotels of the World”. The afternoon you may opt for excursion to Karen Blixen Museum and the Giraffe Center where you have an opportunity of hand feeding the Rothschild Giraffes. Norfolk Hotel
Day 2: Wednesday, Aberdares National Park
Today you drive north through the rich farming areas to the Aberdares Country Club. After lunch proceed to Aberdares National Forest for a stay at the world famous Ark Lodge – a tree hotel. Here you will have a unique opportunity to watch the animals come to drink at a watering hole located below the lodge. Included: (B,L,D). The Ark
Days 3-4: Thur - Fri, Samburu Game Reserve
After breakfast and return to Aberdares Country Club, pick up your excess luggage and continue your safari adventure into the semi-arid land and rugged landscape of Samburu Game Reserve; home to Samburu people. Your luxury accommodation is situated on the banks of Uaso Nyiro River. Morning and afternoon game drives enable you to see wildlife unique to this area of Kenya such as Reticulated Giraffe, Grey’s zebra, warthog, gerenuk, oryx, blue legged Somali ostrich; and if you are lucky the elusive leopard. Included: (B,L,D). Samburu Intrepid's
Day 5: Saturday, Mount Kenya Safari Club
After breakfast drive to the slopes of Mount Kenya arriving in time for lunch. Rest of the afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the clubs various facilities. Dinner and overnight at the Mount Kenya Safari Club. Included: (B,L,D). Mount Kenya Safari Club. NB dress code at the Mount Kenya Safari Club is smart casual. Children are not allowed in the dinning area after 1900 hrs.
Days 6-7: Sun- Mon, Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast, transfer to Nanyuki Air Strip where you will say “kwaheri” (goodbye) to your driver/guide and board a light aircraft for your flight to Masai Mara National Reserve, an extension of the great Serengeti Plain (please note that the baggage allowance on the light aircraft is 33 pounds, any excess luggage should be left with the driver/guide for storage in Nairobi). On arrival you will be met by the camp’s representative and transferred to the camp. Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive. Mara Safari Club is in a secluded part of the Mara Plains and is one of the most luxurious tented camps in Masai Mara. For the next two days, awaken to the sounds of birds in these endless rolling plains dotted with acacia trees, the scheduled morning and afternoon game drives provides you with an excellent opportunity to photograph the abundant wildlife in this seemingly limitless game reserve. On day 7, you may opt to enjoy an early morning hot air balloon safari (extra cost) which give you a bird's eye view of the Mara plains and the winding Mara and Talek rivers before landing to a magnificent champagne breakfast Included:(B). Mara Safari Club Luxury Tented Camp
Day 8: Tuesday, Depart Nairobi
Breakfast at leisure as you prepare to bid Masai Mara goodbye. Fly to Nairobi for lunch and some last minute shopping and a chance to relax at your hotel. Included:(B). Day Room-Norfolk Hotel
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2008 AND 2009:LAND ONLY PRICES
January
$3240 per person / $998 single supplement
Feb
$3380 per person / $998 single supplement
March
$3240 per person / $990 single supplement
Apr/ May
$2720 per person / $589 single supplement
June
$3240 per person / $998 single supplement
Jul - Oct
$3380 per person / $998 single supplement
Nov - 15 Dec
$3285 per person / $940 single supplement
PRICES INCLUDE:
- Meet and greet in Nairobi airport
- All airport transfers in Nairobi
- Safari briefing by our Representative
- First class accommodations in standard twin bedded rooms
- Meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Game drives as specified in the itinerary
- Guaranteed window seat for best game viewing
- All entry fees to game parks and service charges
- Visit 4 game parks for more game viewing
- Services of a professional English-speaking guide/driver.
- Flying doctors services while on safari
- One way scheduled flight from Nanyuki to Masai Mara
- One way scheduled flight from Masai Mara to Nairobi.
PRICES EXCLUDE:
- All international flights and departure taxes
- Visa fees and associated costs
- Items of personal nature such as phones calls, faxes
- Meals not specified
- Laundry, beverages and bottled water
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel and personal insurance
- Excess baggage or shipping charges
- Excursions not detailed in the above program.
****SAVE $$$$---BOOK THIS SAFARI FOR TRAVEL IN 2008 OR 2009 BY JUNE 30, AND RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT PER PERSON!!!!!
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Land only prices are per person double occupancy, single room supplement is applicable as shown above.
All prices, flights, accommodation and services outlined in the itinerary are subject to availability at the time of payment and reservations
Tour departs with a minimum of 2 passengers
Easter and Christmas holiday supplement of $285 per person applies if you traveling during this time.
Also see tour packages in:
Africa
Kenya
Wildlife Viewing
Cultural Journey
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