A quality Kenya safari itinerary taking in the Masai Mara, Kenya's Central Highlands at Mount Kenya, Samburu National Park, Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara. One of our most popular Kenya safari itineraries.
Travelling through some of the richest game areas in the world, the Masai Safari presents excellent opportunities for viewing the 'big five'.
The Samburu Reserve, home to the colourful Samburu people, is a dramatic and rugged landscape which is truly rewarding. A host of plains game along
with the 'big five' are accompanied by a variety of exotic birds including eagles, falcons and bateleurs.
As you approach Lake Nakuru, you may be fortunate enough to witness a pink cloud on the horizon which gradually reveals its source, thousands of pink
flamingoes, a magnificent sight of immense beauty. Around the lake a game reserve has been created where the endangered black rhino is protected and
may be seen along with antelope, giraffes, lions and hyenas.
Operates every Sunday throughout the year.
Sunday
Heathrow–Nairobi
Fly from Heathrow overnight to Nairobi.
Monday
Nairobi
Transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure or choose from a selection of optional excursions, which can be booked and paid for locally. Overnight: Nairobi Serena Hotel.
Tuesday
Samburu
After an early breakfast drive to the Samburu National Reserve (360 km – approximately 6 hours) and check in to your lodge. Lunch. Late afternoon game drive. Overnight: Samburu Simba Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Wednesday
Samburu
Morning and late afternoon game drives. Overnight: Samburu Simba Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Thursday
Aberdares
Drive to the slopes of Mount Kenya and check in to Mountain Lodge (240 km – approximately 4 hours). Spend the afternoon viewing game from the lodge, or join an optional nature walk (payable locally and weather permitting) led by a local guide. Overnight: Serena Mountain Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Friday
Lake Nakuru
After breakfast continue to Lake Nakuru (240 km – approximately 4 hours). Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge, before enjoying an afternoon game drive with possible sightings of rhino. Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Saturday
Masai Mara
After an early breakfast drive through the Great Rift Valley and into the Masai Mara (370 km – approximately 7 hours). Lunch en route to your lodge. Enjoy a late afternoon game drive. Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Sunday
Masai Mara
Enjoy an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge, or an early morning balloon flight over the Mara followed by a ‘bubbly’ bush breakfast (optional extra). Spend the rest of the day relaxing before a late afternoon game drive. Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Monday
Extension or Heathrow
Return to Nairobi by road (360 km – approximately 6 hours), then proceed with your chosen beach extension, or return to Heathrow (breakfast included).
Option to fly from the Mara to Nairobi - from £170
Option to fly from the Mara to Mombasa - from £290
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
The Samburu Simba Lodge is rated '4'.
This itinerary operates with a maximum of 6
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.
The Nairobi Serena Hotel is justly famed for its superlative
standards of efficiency, service and hospitality, the elegantly
sophisticated Nairobi Serena Hotel is a member of 'The Leading
Hotels of the World' and the proud flagship of the Serena Hotels'
fleet of world-class hotels. Set
amongst extensive tropical gardens, overlooking the gentle green
avenues of Central Park. Facilities at the Nairobi Serena include The
Mandhari Restaurant, which offers a delicious choice of cuisine
in fabulous surroundings. Café Maghreb is an all-day
Moroccan-styled café and the three bars offer international
labels, fine wines, local drinks and cocktails. Leisure facilities
include a swimming pool, health club, jacuzzi, steam bath, sauna,
gym, massage, hair salon & gift shop. Complimentary golf
facilities are available nearby.
Accommodation 183 air-conditioned rooms with
bathroom, satellite TV, mini bar & safe tea/coffee making
facilities (2 adults and 1 child).
On Safari at Samburu National Park. Samburu Simba Lodge offers an up close and personal African experience. Stunning views of the plains and game can be seen from your room.
Situated in Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, overlooking the Buffalo Springs and the Uaso Nyiro River.
Facilities at Samburu Simba Lodge
Nature and bird walks are available to all guests. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, main bar, restaurant. Other activities available include bush dinner and sundowners (various charges apply).
Accommodation at Samburu Simba Lodge
70 suite rooms with private balcony, ceiling fans and en suite shower.
On 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).
On safari at Lake Nakuru National Park. Situated in a wonderland which lies in the heart of one of Kenya's most densely animal-populated wetland national parks. The Lake Nakuru Lodge provides quality and service that makes it one of the finest lodges in the world, and the perfect relaxation getaway. The lodge blends well with it environment, allowing for commanding views of the lesser flamingo interspersed with greater flamingo for which Lake Nakuru is justly famous. Situated in the southeast ecological niche of the Lake Nakuru National Park.
Facilities at the Lake Nakuru Lodge include a main restaurant, bar, outside dining, bush barbecues and sundowners. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool with panoramic views, gift shop, game drives, horseback safaris and bird watching.
Accommodation 88 rooms that are wonderfully stylish with rustic African furniture to compliment the parks safari experience and at the same time offer a warm and cosy ambience. The beautifully furnished rooms offer modern en suite bathrooms (2 adults and 1 child). Private cottages (2 adults and 1 child) offering a more homely feel, and private suites (2 adults and 1 child) are also available.
On safari at the Mara Serena Lodge. Set high on a bush-cloaked hill, embraced by arcing vistas and washed by a sea of richly rolling grasslands, it stands centre-stage to one of Africa's most dramatic wildlife arenas and has a ringside seat for the greatest wildlife show on Earth, the legendary migration of the wildebeest. Secreted deep within the Masai Mara National Reserve. Facilities at the Mara Serena Lodge include a restaurant serving sumptuous international menus, buffets and barbecues alongside authentic African dishes, a lounge & bar. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, game drives, hot air balloon rides, massage & masai dancing.
Accommodation 74 guest rooms with en suite bathrooms & private balcony.
HOT
AIR BALLOONING ON THE MARA
BEACH
EXTENSION
Add
a hot air balloon ride over the Masai Mara - a truly unforgettable
experience!
Follow
your safari with a beach stay - Mombasa, Zanzibar, Mauritius
or Seychelles, most durations are possible! CLICK
HERE for suggestions or call to discuss options.
KENYA SAFARI
HOLIDAY
PRICES 2012
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
£1889
MID SEASON
£2159
HIGH SEASON
£2639
BALLOONING from
£275 per person
when pre-booked in the UK
NOTE
Prices
are per person based on two people sharing and include
transfers and UK departure taxes. Many
countries may require UK passport holders to obtain
a Visa for entry, which may incur additional cost. Most countries also
require visitors to hold a full passport valid for up to 6 months from the date of return travel.
Many
countries may also levy departure taxes - ask for more
details.
A valid
Yellow Fever certificate is also required for entry
to Tanzania.
Credit
card and non-UK registered debit card transactions are subject to a 2% transaction
fee. UK-registered Debit card transactions incur no fee. All
bookings are made subject to the Terms & Conditions
of the applicable Tour Operator. All prices are subject
to availability.
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principals.
The Nairobi Serena Hotel is justly famed for its superlative
standards of efficiency, service and hospitality, the elegantly
sophisticated Nairobi Serena Hotel is a member of 'The Leading
Hotels of the World' and the proud flagship of the Serena Hotels'
fleet of world-class hotels.
On Safari at Samburu National Park. Samburu Simba Lodge offers an up close and personal African experience. Stunning views of the plains and game can be seen from your room.
Situated in Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, overlooking the Buffalo Springs and the Uaso Nyiro River.
On 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.
On safari at Lake Nakuru National Park. Situated in a wonderland which lies in the heart of one of Kenya's most densely animal-populated wetland national parks. The Lake Nakuru Lodge provides quality and service that makes it one of the finest lodges in the world, and the perfect relaxation getaway. The lodge blends well with it environment, allowing for commanding views of the lesser flamingo interspersed with greater flamingo for which Lake Nakuru is justly famous. Situated in the southeast ecological niche of the Lake Nakuru National Park.
On safari at the Mara Serena Lodge. Set high on a bush-cloaked hill, embraced by arcing vistas and washed by a sea of richly rolling grasslands, it stands centre-stage to one of Africa's most dramatic wildlife arenas and has a ringside seat for the greatest wildlife show on Earth, the legendary migration of the wildebeest. Secreted deep within the Masai Mara National Reserve.
