Country: Kenya , Type : Beach Holidays
Total Days : 15
This safari is a combination of our fantastic game parks and reserves under canvas with the white sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean. You will be thrilled by Kenya's natural beauty and hospitable people.
Day 1 Arrive in Nairobi
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our representative will meet and greet you then transfer to Nairobi Serena Hotel which is a quiet sanctuary in a flower-filled garden amid the bustle of one of Africa's most dynamic cities for overnight stay on bed and breakfast.
DAY 2: Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast, depart heading South West to Masai Mara National reserve arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. Afternoon game drive across the beautiful dotted plains of Mara Triangle in search for large prides of lions and other cat's family species like cerval cat, cheetah, & leopard including herbivores like Topi, Hartebeest, Oribi as well as many other mammals, reptiles & amphibian species. Have dinner and overnight stay at Mara Serena Lodge on full board basis.
Masai Mara Serena Lodge is perched on saddle hills & has one of the most spectacular views of the imaginable across vast plains & river that make up the Mara triangle. With 28 double rooms, 38 twin rooms, 8 family rooms & 1 suite, all with luxurious bathrooms & birth tubs, showers with hot & cold water & wireless Internet connectivity, the lodge provide a world class comfort.
DAY 3: Full day at Masai Mara
Spend a full day at Mara Serena in search for more game including an opportunity to spot the big five: Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo & Elephant. Game drives are flexible, with optional visits to a local Masai village where you can interact with local people & learn of their culture & traditions.
DAY 4: Lake Nakuru National Park
Have early breakfast & depart to Lake Nakuru National Park which was created to protect the huge flocks of over a million lesser and greater flamingo that breed and nest at the edge of Lake Nakuru, giving it the characteristic pink rim. Arrive in time for lunch followed by evening Game drive where you have a chance to see the endangered white rhino. Other wildlife found here includes lions, leopards, zebra, gazelles, eland, giraffe & the hyrax. Have dinner & overnight stay at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge on full board basis.
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is nestled along the Lion Hill overlooking the spectacular flamingo pink rimmed Lake Nakuru. Its location affords panoramic views of the Lake & the picturesque Lake Nakuru National Park. All chalet style rooms & suites at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge have; private patios with panoramic views of the flamingo pink rimmed Lake Nakuru, ensuite bathrooms with permanent showers and WC, running hot & cold water, razor outlets with 220 & 240 volts, beds with mosquito nets & duvets 240V power 24 hours.
DAY 5: Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, depart North to Samburu National Reserve located in a semi-arid lands characterized of lugged terrains with its seldom animal species, such as the Gravy's zebra with its narrow stripes; the shy long-necked gerenuk, which stands on its hind legs to feed on the tender leaves of the high tree branches, reticulated giraffe & the blue-necked Somali ostrich. Have a game drive en-route to the camp for dinner & overnight stay at Samburu Intrepids Club on full board basis.
DAY 6: Samburu National Reserve
We will spend this wonderful day at Samburu Intrepids Club, magnificently set along the banks of Ewaso Nyiro River. At dawn, commence our game drive around the reserve with packed breakfast & later return to the camp around midday. The afternoon will be spent at leisure before embarking on an evening game drive. Optional activities include a visit to a local Samburu village or nature walks. Return to the camp for overnight stay.
DAY 7: Mount Kenya.
After early breakfast, you will depart Samburu & drive to Sweetwaters wildlife sanctuary, a privately owned property with abundant wildlife & home to black rhino, buffalo & Impala lions & jackal. We will have a visit to Chimpanzee sanctuary founded by Dr. Jane Goodall. A respected conservationist. Spectacular views of Mt. Kenya are expected on a clear day. Check in at Sweetwaters Tented Camp which offers a charming blend of under-canvas ambiance & safari luxury with each tent with its own private veranda overlooking the waterhole. Have dinner & overnight stay on full board basis.
Day 8: Amboseli National Park
After an early breakfast you will depart & drive to Nairobi for lunch then proceed to Amboseli National Park which sits in the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's & most Majestic Mountain. This park is also popular for it's abundance of the elephant including the buffalo, impala, Thompson's gazelle, lion & cheetah other animal species. Enjoy an enroute game drive with a backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro to the lodge for dinner & overnight stay on full board basis.
Day 9: Amboseli National Park
Spend this day at Amboseli viewing game. You will have an opportunity to climb the observation hill to the vantage point where you will experience a wonderful view of the entire Amboseli plains overlooking Mt. Kilimanjaro. The Amboseli Plains inhabits large herds of elephants & other wild animals like Giraffes, Lions & Spotted Hyenas with fantastic bird life species.
Day 10: Tsavo National Park.
After an early breakfast, you will depart to Tsavo National Park which is Kenya's largest National Park & is actually split into two, Tsavo East & Tsavo West. The scenery is spectacular, & so is the wildlife. Tsavo is particularly known for its 'red elephants', colored because of the red soil. Arrive in time for lunch at Kilanguni Safari Lodge which is faced in volcanic stone & utilizing the natural rocky outcrops of a valley known as 'the place of the young rhino', from which it takes its name. Spend the afternoon at Leisure before we embark on the evening game drive in search of wildlife. Have dinner & overnight stay at Kilanguni Lodge on full board basis.
Day 11: Tsavo National Park
Today, you will have a full day at Tsavo West with Morning & afternoon game drives with view of elephants, buffalos & a wide variety of plains game. You will have a visit to Mzima Springs with its underwater platform for viewing hippos & the Shetani Lava flow. Tsavo also has regular migrant song birds which migrate in their millions from Northern Europe & Siberian to South Africa continent among other species of flora & fauna.
Day 12: Coastal Beach of Mombasa
Enjoy breakfast at your lodge then proceed with the drive towards the coastal town of Mombasa arriving at Mombasa Serena in the evening for dinner & overnight stay on half board basis. The resort is situated on Shanzu Beach 30 kilometres from Mombasa city. Set in extensive tropical gardens, the architecture of the Serena Beach Hotel & Spa replicates the winding lanes & colourful market places of a traditional 13th century Swahili town. At its heart lies the coral-built 'Fortress of Tranquillity' of the exquisite 'Maisha' Mind, Body & Spirit Spa.
Day 13 & 14: Two days at Mombasa.
Spend two days at this beach hotel fringed by white beaches, & shaded by coconut palms, the silver ribbon of the Swahili coastline which offers the ultimate tropical paradise. Activities here include the Swimming pool, Tennis Courts, Maisha Spa & Gym, Air-conditioned Squash Courts, Water sports centre, Traditional Archery, Beach Volleyball & Aqua Aerobics. Other activities include a visit to Marine National Park, the Fort Jesus historical site & old Mombasa town. Meals are on half board basis.
Day 15: Departure
Today marks the end of your safari in Kenya, enjoy breakfast at your beach hotel then have last minute shopping at Mombasa then transfer to Moi International Airport for your flight to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport & connect to your International flight.
Tour price on request
Inclusions:
- Transport to & from in a safari vehicle with pop up roof for game viewing
- Accommodation on full board
- Park entrance fees
- Unlimited game drives
- Mineral water during game drives
- Medical evacuation covers
- The services of a professional tour driver guide
Exclusions:
- Items of personal nature
- Visa and international flight
- Personal covers
- Extra activities like visit to Maasai villages and balloon safaris
- Water and other soft drinks during meals
