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Acacia Safari Itinerary
   
   
       
Safari holidays to Kenya - Acacia Safari   Combine three nights on the Masai Mara with Kenya's Shaba Reserve and the Great Rift Valley at Lake Nakuru, renowned for its flamingos. An excellent Kenya safari itinerary maximising your Masai Mara time.
Rating: This itinerary is rated '4' by our preferred Tour Operator, although this rating may vary between operators
Nights:
7
 
TANZANIA SAFARI
HOLIDAY PRICES 2012


7 nights from £1935

including flights, transfers & safari
per person based on two sharing

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ABERDARES   1 night

SHABA   2 nights

ABERDARES   1 night

LAKE NAKURU   1 night

MASAI MARA   2 nights
  Safari holidays to Kenya - Acacia Safari  
 
This safari offers visits to a contrasting trio of parks, the Shaba National Reserve, Lake Nakuru and finally the journey culminates in the world-famous Masai Mara.

Located close to Samburu, Shaba has reserved its place in the history of conservation as the area where Joy Adamson experimented with the release of hand reared leopards. Much of Shaba's charm lies in the splendour of its deep gorges and waterfalls on the river in the north, and open grasslands dotted with springs. Animals commonly seen are elephants, lions, cheetahs, Grevy's zebras, giraffes, gerenuks, buffaloes, oryx, gazelles, dik diks and waterbucks. The river forest attracts a wide variety of birds.

Accommodation is mainly in Sarova hotels, one of Kenya's leading independent hotel groups. The Sarova team have a friendly, personal approach with excellent attention to detail.
   
Friday Heathrow–Nairobi
Fly from Heathrow overnight to Nairobi.

 
Saturday Aberdares
On arrival transfer to the Safari Lounge, where you can freshen up and store any additional luggage before departing for Aberdares and to the Outspan Hotel (180 kms). Lunch with afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the Outspan Hotel (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
   
Sunday Shaba
After breakfast drive north to the rugged landscape of Shaba National Reserve (280 km), where Joy Adamson experimented with the release of hand-reared leopards. After lunch at the lodge enjoy a late afternoon game drive. Overnight: Sarova Shaba Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
   
Monday Shaba
Early morning and late afternoon game drives in this arid but beautiful area. Enjoy the swimming pool at Sarova Shaba Lodge, and take advantage of the viewing deck along the river to watch and feed crocodiles. Bird and nature walks can be arranged. You could even have a massage in the great outdoors. Overnight: Sarova Shaba Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
   
Tuesday Aberdares
Drive to the slopes of Mount Kenya and check in to Mountain Lodge (240 km) where lunch has been arranged. Spend the afternoon viewing game from the lodge or join a nature walk (weather permitting) led by a local guide. Overnight: Serena Mountain Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
   
Wednesday Lake Nakuru
Drive via the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru (375 km). After lunch at your lodge enjoy an afternoon game drive. Sarova Lion Hill has 67 chalets in an elevated position overlooking Lake Nakuru. Massages indoors or outdoors are available. Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
   
Thursday Masai Mara
After an early breakfast continue on to the Masai Mara (315 km) arriving in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Bird watching and nature walks are available (payable locally). Overnight: Sarova Mara Camp (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
   
Friday Masai Mara
Enjoy an early morning balloon flight over the Mara and a 'bubbly' bush breakfast (optional extra), or a game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. A second game drive will take place this afternoon. Overnight: Sarova Mara Camp (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
   
Saturday Extension or Heathrow
After breakfast, return to Nairobi (300 km), proceed with your chosen beach extension or return to Heathrow (breakfast included).
   
Option to fly from the Mara to Nairobi - from £190
Option to fly from the Mara to Mombasa - from £265

Flights are in light aircraft and the baggage allowance is strictly 15 kg per person. Where possible, additional luggage can be left at your hotel or at the Safari Lounge in Nairobi and retrieved after the safari. When flying from the Masai Mara to Mombasa entire luggage must be restricted to 15 kg as no luggage can be stored in Nairobi.

Notes
This itinerary operates with a maximum of 7 passengers, all guaranteed a window seat.
On occasion the itinerary may operate in a different order, or different lodges used according to availability and road conditions.
Travel times vary on road conditions and game sightings.
Pack a mixture of warm and light clothing in soft bags, plus sunglasses, camera and insect repellent.
Minimum age 8 years.
 
ACCOMMODATION ON SAFARI

Outspan Hotel
Aberdares - Kenya
View our Photo Gallery - Outspan Lodge, Aberdares Kenya
Board
Prices shown for this property are on a FULL BOARD basis
Rating
This property is rated '4' by our preferred Tour Operator, although this rating may vary between operators
  FEATURED ITINERARIES Cheetah Safari
   

Kenya safari holidays - Outspan Hotel AberdaresOn safari at the Aberdares National Park. Idyllically located in the Kenya highlands, providing a holistic leisure and adventure experience. A comfortable hotel set in well tended tropical gardens with rolling manicured lawns and breathtaking views of Mt Kenya.

Facilities at the Outspan Hotel include a dining room & two bars. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, tennis, squash, table tennis, badminton, snooker, golf, bird watching, Kikuyu dance & lecture, nature walks, visits to the coffee farm & rhino sanctuary & game drive.

Accommodation 45 rooms with a private bath, internet access, satellite TV, telephone, balcony & some with fireplaces. Chania Cottages are also available.


Sarova Shaba Lodge
Shaba National Reserve - Kenya
Board
Prices shown for this property are on a FULL BOARD basis
Rating
This property is rated '4' by our preferred Tour Operator, although this rating may vary between operators
 

Kenya safari holidays -  Sarova Shaba LodgeOn safari in Shaba National Reserve, the Sarova Shaba Lodge is a luxurious lodge set in 'Born Free' country, where the glories of nature are concentrated in this semi-desert oasis. Spring water flows throughout the lodge to form beautiful water cascades which sparkle into the Uaaso Nyiro River, the habitat for crocodiles.

Unique to this area are reticulated giraffes, Grevy's zebras, gerenuks, beisa oryx and the Somali ostrich. Situated in the Shaba National Reserve.


Facilitiesat the Sarova Shaba Lodge include an open-air restaurant, bush dining and two bars. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool with a pool bar, curio shop, game drives, camel safaris, crocodile viewing and feeding from the lodge's special deck, traditional dances from the local Samburu people, bird watching and guided nature walks.

Accommodation 85 luxury thatch-roofed rooms with en suite bath/showers. Presidential suite with private jacuzzi is also available.


Serena Mountain Lodge
Mount Kenya - Kenya
Board
Prices shown for this property are on a FULL BOARD basis
Rating
This property is rated '4' by our preferred Tour Operator, although this rating may vary between operators
  FEATURED ITINERARIES Masai Safari Cheetah Safari Great Migration Safari

Kenya safari holidays -  Mountain LodgeOn safari at Mount Kenya. Offering a matchless game viewing opportunity whilst combining a glorious panorama of mountain vistas with the primordial splendours of an ancient rainforest. Considered the most spectacular forest waterhole in the Aberdares, the lodge's waterhole presents a constant ballet of wildlife.

Situated on the slopes of Mount Kenya and surrounded by a dense rainforest that comes alive at dusk with a myriad of sounds that make the African bush special and exhilarating.

Facilities at the Serena Mountain Lodge include a dining room serving internationally themed dishes & a library. Leisure facilities include relaxing beauty treatments, manicures & pedicures*, a shop, nature walks & a private waterhole & salt lick, which acts as a magnet for the region's wildlife, especially elephants.
*Various charges payable locally.

Accommodation 42 rooms furnished with indigenous wood & African art, en suite bath/shower & a spacious verandah overlooking the waterhole where there is never a dull moment (2 adults and 1 child).


Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Lake Nakuru - Kenya
Board
Prices shown for this property are on a FULL BOARD basis
Rating
This property is rated '4' by our preferred Tour Operator, although this rating may vary between operators
 

Kenya safari holidays -  Sarova Lion Hill LodgeOn safari at Lake Nakuru. Beautifully landscaped with natural foliage and a startling variety of flowers, the lodge offers luxurious accommodation complemented by delicious cuisine and nightly dances. The panoramic view from the lodge reveals a shimmering pink glow across the lake, created by swarms of flamingos, pelicans and Marabou storks. Set on a plateau of the Rift Valley, overlooking one of the world's greatest ornithological spectacles, Lake Nakuru, stands Sarova Lion Hill Lodge.

Facilities at the Sarova Lion Hill Lodge include a restaurant & bar. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, curio shop, game drives, cocktails at Balloon Cliff, bush dining, massage, menengai crater tour, hyrax hill & museum tour.

Accommodation 65 chalets with en suite bathrooms & verandahs (2 adults and 1 child).


Sarova Mara Game Camp
Masai Mara - Kenya
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Prices shown for this property are on a FULL BOARD basis
Rating
This property is rated '4' by our preferred Tour Operator, although this rating may vary between operators
 

Kenya safari holidays -  Sarova Mara Game CampOn safari on the Masai Mara, this camp offers luxurious tented accommodation in an area world renowned for its annual wildebeest migration, whilst also being home to the big five. Sarova Mara Game Camp is set on an elevation surrounded by two streams with beautifully maintained grounds.

Situated within the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, the richest game reserve in Kenya, providing instant access to some of the best game viewing Africa has to offer.

Facilities at the Sarova Mara Game Camp include a restaurant with al fresco & indoor dining & a bar with Masai dancing. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, curio shop, mini golf putting range, archery, game drives, bird watching, nature walks, visits to Masai cultural village, and hot air balloon rides.

Accommodation 75 tents with en suite shower (2 adults and 1 child). Standard tents, family units which feature 2 tents & club tents are also available.


                 
  HOT AIR BALLOONING ON THE MARA   BEACH EXTENSION  
  Ballooning over the Masai Mara   Add a hot air balloon ride over the Masai Mara - a truly unforgettable experience!

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  Head to the beach after your safari   Follow your safari with a beach stay - Mombasa, Zanzibar, Mauritius or Seychelles, most durations are possible!
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KENYA SAFARI HOLIDAY PRICES
2011

Prices are per person based on two sharing. Peak season supplements may apply - ask for details.

Flights from Heathrow to Nairobi - regional departure points also available. Ask for more details.
 

 
Prices from
7 nights
LOW SEASON
£1935
MID SEASON
£2345
HIGH SEASON
£2815
 
BALLOONING
from £275 per person
when pre-booked in the UK
 


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