Combine little-visited Meru National Park, dramatic Samburu National Reserve and the renowned Masai Mara on this superb Kenya flying safari, staying at Elsa's Kopje in Meru.
This breathtaking 10-day flying safari combines the dry and savagely beautiful bush country of Meru National Park and Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya with the open rolling grasslands of the Masai Mara plains.
The hand-picked accommodation included in this itinerary is full of character. Your stay at Elsa's Kopje is a real treat. Hidden away amongst the rocky crags, the camp is built very near to the site of George Adamson's original campsite. There is a sense of space and style which encourages pure relaxation. The ultimate 'pool with a view' looks out across the plains, perfect for chilling out after a game drive or guided walk in the bush.
Your time at Samburu is spent in the delightful Ashnil Samburu Camp where service is priority.
Your safari ends in the Masai Mara with a stay at the Ashnil Mara Camp, with a choice of alternative camps available both here and at Samburu.
Elsa's Kopje offers full board, soft drinks, beer, house wine and non-luxury spirits plus guided walks, night game drives and laundry.
Day 1
Depart
Fly overnight from Heathrow to Nairobi.
Day 2
Nairobi
Transfer to your accommodation for a day at leisure. Overnight: Ole-Sereni Hotel.
Day 3:
Meru
Early breakfast. Light aircraft flight from Wilson airport to Meru (approximately 1 hour). Transfer to your camp or lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Overnight: Elsa's Kopje (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Days 4-5:
Meru
Two further days with game drives in Meru National Park. Overnight: Elsa's Kopje (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 6:
Samburu
Light aircraft flight from Meru to Samburu (approximately 30 minutes). Transfer to your camp. After lunch enjoy a late afternoon game drive. Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Days 7-8:
Samburu
Two further days with game drives in the splendid Samburu National Reserve. Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 9
Masai Mara
Light aircraft flight to the Masai Mara (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes). Transfer to the Ashnil Mara Camp. Lunch. Relax before an afternoon game drive (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Days 10-11
Masai Mara
Two further days in the Masai Mara with game drives (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 12
Beach or Return
Fly to Nairobi in the morning (approximately 1 hour). Or lunch in the Mara, then an afternoon flight (from £35). Proceed with your chosen beach extension or return to Heathrow. Alternatively, enjoy lunch in the Mara and then fly to Mombasa and transfer to your chosen beach hotel (breakfast included).
Option to fly from the Mara to Mombasa - from £290
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
Light aircraft baggage allowance - 15 kg.
Where possible, additional
luggage can be left at the
Safari Lounge in Nairobi and retrieved after the safari.
Pack a mixture of warm and light clothing
in soft bags, plus sunglasses,
camera and insect repellent.
This safari is offered on a daily basis so no allocation is held and all services are subject to availability. If any element is not available, we will suggest the best available alternative.
Ole-Sereni (place of tranquillity), overlooks the famous Nairobi National Park. It combines the best aspects of a modern city hotel with a traditional game lodge. Guests of the Ole-Sereni can often see animals at the waterhole from the restaurant, bars and swimming pool area.
Location of Ole-sereni Hotel
Overlooking the Nairobi National Park, the Ole-Sereni is conveniently positioned between the airport and the city. Transfer Time to Ole-sereni Hotel
approximately 15 minutes from Nairobi airport.
Facilities at Ole-sereni Hotel
A selection of three restaurants and bars offering a wide range of cuisine. They are all positioned on the 300ft verandah overlooking the waterhole and skyline of Nairobi. Leisure facilities include a heated swimming pool and modern health club* with fully equipped gym, aerobics room, sauna, steam room, massage centre* and unisex hairdressing salon*. 24-hour room service, laundry/dry cleaning services and gift shop are all available.
*Various charges payable locally.
Accommodation at Ole-sereni Hotel
132 air-conditioned rooms and 2 suites with en suite bath/shower, tea/coffee making facilities, mini bar, safe, internet and direct dial telephone with an automatic wake up system.
Board Basis at Ole-sereni Hotel
Breakfast included.
On safari in Meru national Park. For many years Kenya's best kept secret, the untamed wilderness of Meru National Park is best explored from its hidden jewel - Elsa's Kopje. Made famous by the film 'Born Free' and George Adamson's lions, the lodge is invisible to the eye as you approach the kopje.
Each of the 10 individually built cottages are luxuriously appointed, and here you'll find the ultimate 'room with a view'.
Location of Elsa's Kopje
Situated in Mughwango Hill, in Meru National Park. Transfer Time to Elsa's Kopje
approximately 45 minutes from Wilson airport and then 5 minutes from Munghwango airstrip.
Facilities at Elsa's Kopje
Offers a dining room, lounge and bar. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, massages*, day & night* game drives, bush walks*, day excursions to the Tana River*, line fishing* and visits to the local Taraka village*.
*Various charges payable locally.
Accommodation at Elsa's Kopje
A total of 10 open-plan cottages with en suite bathrooms (2 adults and 1 child). Elsa's Private House (4 adults) features 2 double rooms with a shared sitting room, verandah and private swimming pool. The honeymoon suite (2 adults) features a 3 level room, with a double bed.
Board Basis at Elsa's Kopje
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, soft drinks, beer, house wines, non-luxury spirits, guided walks, night game drives and laundry.
Champagne, special wines & luxury spirits are at an additional cost.
On safari
at Samburu National Park, the Ashnil Samburu Camp is a perfect position on the river bank, this brand new camp is a wonderful choice for your stay in Kenya.
Set south of Ewaso Nyiro River, in Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, Samburu, a stay here gives you unrivalled access to game viewing.
The waters of the great Ewaso Nyiro River draw wildlife in great numbers to its banks, creating an oasis of green. This is spectacular country, set against a backdrop of the mighty Mount Ol Olokwe.
Samburu is visited by large herds of elephants, drawn by the promise of water. In the dry season the elephants use their tusks to dig deep into the dry river beds, unearthing precious water.
These waterholes then become a focal point for other game. The Samburu region is the best place to find several endemic northern species, including gerenuk, the reticulated giraffe and Grevy's zebra.
The camp is home to just 24 luxury tents, all circular, and carefully spread throughout the lush ground. A lovely pool is a welcome place to cool off.
By day there are guided walks, and to relax there is a massage tent and sundowners are offered at night.
Facilities at the Ashnil Samburu Camp include
a restaurant, bar and a verandah deck overlooking the river. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool, guided nature walks and massage.
Accommodation 24 twin/double tents with fan, private shower room, safe and terrace.
On safari at the Masai Mara National Reserve. Welcome to Ashnil Mara Camp, perfectly positioned at the confluence of the Mara and Olkeju Rivers in the Masai Mara National Reserve. This new camp offers discerning travellers 30 luxury tents which sit alongside the riverbank and offer luxurious accommodation. This is an unrivalled position for wildlife spotting, and is close to the action during the annual wildebeest migration. The lodge is located within the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve at the confluence of the Mara and Olkeju Rivers.
Facilities at Ashnil Mara Camp
The restaurant serves buffet meals, while the open-air bar serves a wide selection of beers, cocktails and liqueurs. Nearby is a modern lounge decorated with a special African touch. This is a great place to pass time and relax. In the evenings, enjoy the breathtaking sunset and discuss the day's wildlife sightings. There is a beautiful, inviting swimming pool and a souvenir shop.
Various charges are payable locally.
Accommodation at Ashnil Mara Camp
30 twin/double tents which are beautifully designed and carefully crafted, with shower, wc and a safe.
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Prices are per person based on two sharing. Peak season supplements
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£3599
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