A short safari with flights to and from the Masai Mara, combining two nights at the delightful Loldia House at Lake Naivasha with the iconic Governors Main Camp on the Mara itself. A classic Kenya flying safari.
This short, flying safari allows you to contrast one of the Great Rift Valley Lakes, Naivasha and its attractive surroundings with the plains of the world-famous
Masai Mara.
We offer a choice of accommodation either from the Exclusive African Treasures' collection, the more modern Ashnil Camps or at the famous Governors' Camps' properties.
Exclusive African Treasures offer beautiful and unique camps and lodges with the highest levels of service and personal attention. The properties are all perfectly
positioned for optimum game viewing. Accommodation on offer here is the award-winning Chui Lodge and the charming Kiangazi House at Naivasha. Enjoy a
stay at the luxurious Royal Mara Safari Lodge.
Governors' Camps offer an old-fashioned pace of life, with the best of 21st century comfort in the heart of some of East Africa's prime wildlife areas. Service is
personal, attentive and friendly. Governors' Camps have consistently been recognised with many travel awards and accolades. Accommodation on offer here is
the Loldia House at Naivasha and the three Governors' Camps in the Masai Mara. There is an option to visit Mfangano Island on the shores of Lake Victoria.
A range of alternative lodges and camps is available, and other durations can also be arranged.
Day 1
Heathrow–Nairobi
Fly from Heathrow overnight to Nairobi.
Day 2
Lake Naivasha
Met on arrival and transferred to the Safari Lounge.
Freshen up before departing for Daphne Sheldrick's Elephant
Orphanage which is located in the Nairobi National Park.
Visitors are allowed daily from 11am-12 noon. Later
transferred to the world-famous Carnivore Restaurant for
lunch, before transferring to Wilson Airport for your light
aircraft flight to Naivasha (approximately 30 minutes).
Met and transferred to your chosen accommodation. Rest
of the afternoon is at leisure. Overnight: Chui Lodge (lunch and dinner included).
Day 3
Lake Naivasha
Early breakfast before departing to either Hells Gate
National Park or Lake Nakuru National Park for game drive
in search of the local wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch before
returning back to Naivasha. Overnight:Chui Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 4
Masai Mara
After breakfast, option of an early morning boat ride on
Lake Naivasha, or a guided nature walk. After lunch fly by
light aircraft to the Masai Mara Game Reserve
(approximately 1 hour 30 minutes). Met on arrival at the
airstrip and transferred to your chosen accommodation with
a short game drive en route. Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 5
Masai Mara
Take an early morning balloon safari over the Mara followed
by a 'bubbly' breakfast (optional extra – £275) or a game
drive followed by breakfast at the camp. The rest of the
morning is at leisure. After lunch enjoy an afternoon game
drive. Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 6
Masai Mara
Morning and afternoon game drives with time spent
relaxing at your accommodation. Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 7
Extension or Heathrow
Fly by light aircraft to Nairobi (approximately 1 hour). Proceed
with your chosen extension or return to Heathrow (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.
On safari at Lake Naivasha. The lodge, set in the privately owned Oserian Wildlife Game Sanctuary, is an exclusive and exquisite paradise, nestled in a grove of euphorbia trees, overlooking a waterhole with the dramatic Mau escarpment as a backdrop. This setting epitomises the Masai translation of the word Oserian as being a 'place of peace'.
Location of Chui Lodge
Situated just above the shores of Lake Naivasha within the Great Rift Valley.
Facilities at Chui Lodge
Offers a dining room, lounge bar, sundowners & bush breakfast. Lunches can be arranged on the lawns outside. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, day & night game drives in the sanctuary, exclusive to guests, bush walks on the lake shores, bird watching, boat trips and fishing on the hippo-filled lake. A visit to the Oserian Flower Farm, one of the largest growers and producers of 'cut flowers' in the world.
Accommodation at Chui Lodge
5 exclusive luxury cottages with en suite bathroom & verandah & 3 luxury suite cottages with en suite bathroom & verandah (2 adults and 1 child).
Board Basis at Chui Lodge
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, soft drinks, mineral water, house wines & beer included.
Champagne, spirits and special wines are not included.
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.
HOT
AIR BALLOONING ON THE MARA
BEACH
EXTENSION
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a hot air balloon ride over the Masai Mara - a truly unforgettable
experience!
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KENYA FLYING 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
5 nights
LOW SEASON
£2239
MID SEASON
£2679
HIGH SEASON
£3225
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.
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fee. UK-registered Debit card transactions incur no fee. All
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of the applicable Tour Operator. All prices are subject
to availability.
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On safari at Lake Naivasha. The lodge, set in the privately owned Oserian Wildlife Game Sanctuary, is an exclusive and exquisite paradise, nestled in a grove of euphorbia trees, overlooking a waterhole with the dramatic Mau escarpment as a backdrop. This setting epitomises the Masai translation of the word Oserian as being a 'place of peace'.
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.
