Nairobi - Amboseli - Laikipia - Masai Mara - a Deluxe Safari -: 9 Days/8 Nights

Trip Details

Departures - Daily subject to availability .

Tour Summary – This is a safari that shows you the best that Kenya has to offer and does so in style! You stay in luxury accommodations and it starts with a night at The Norfolk Hotel in Nairobi and a unique place in the history of the region ,where you prepare for your safari. Using air transfers you are able to visit very different places in very different parts of Kenya all in a short space of time and yet the tour has a relaxed feel with time to really enjoy the locations and private camps and reserves you will visit.

Optional Extras

Balloon Safari in the Masai Mara
Nairobi Excursions
Visit to Masai Village

Add On’s

You may wish to consider extending your trip with

An add on of another safari in Kenya or Tanzania
Add on a Nairobi Excursion whilst in the city. See the Karen Blixen home and Giraffe
Relax near the Indian Ocean in Kenya or exotic Zanzibar
Travel further a field to the Seychelles or Mauritius

Itinerary

Day 1

On arrival in Nairobi, you are met and transferred to the exclusive Norfolk Hotel. Overnight at the House. (B)

Day 2

Early morning scheduled flight to Amboseli National Park for three-night stay. The Park is dominated by the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is a small National Park of 392 square km, but amazingly rich in both flora and fauna. Famous world researchers on elephant are based here. Amboseli is most famous for its photographs of elephant with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. The mountain is situated on the boundary of the park and Amboseli National Park is certainly one of the finest locations for viewing the snow capped mountain.The elephants are a major attraction in Amboseli. The bull elephant here have some of the largest tusks in Kenya. The elephants are generally found in larger herds than most other areas, and are surprisingly relaxed around safari vehicles, allowing excellent photography.

All meals and game drives are included. Overnight at Tortilis Camp. (BLD)

Day 3

Morning and afternoon game viewing drives. (BLD)

Day 4

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airstrip for Nairobi bound flight, where you will connect to the flight to Nanyuki. You will then be transferred to Loisaba. Loisaba is in a private game ranch in the Northern Kenya, only a few kilometers from the equator. Through Loisaba roam elephant, lion and leopard alongside the rare northern species that thrive here – gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich with their distinctive blue legs and reticulated giraffe. At Loisaba there are no schedules, the only time table that affects visitors is the rise and fall of the sun.

The mix of wood and grassland with riverine forest and swamp is home to a wide variety of bird life as well as mammals. This is a perfect place for an introduction to the harsh, yet stunningly beautiful landscapes of northern Kenya. (BLD)

Day 5

A full day to enjoy this private ranch. (BLD)

Day 6

This morning you are transferred to Nanyuki where you will connect to your flight to Masai Mara Game Reserve. At the airstrip, you will be received and transferred to Governor’s Il Moran Camp.

Il Moran is a small intimate camp on the banks of Mara River. The tents are vast and luxurious with super king-size beds fashioned from ancient fallen olive trees, and Victorian baths. During the day the meals are served under the giant fig trees while dinner is served in the open dining room or open air by the river.

Not only is the Mara blessed with this stunning landscape, but also its animal diversity is one of the greatest in Africa. Surrounded by the grazing lands of the Masai people, the Mara is a sanctuary for all of the Big Five animals: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard. The sweet grasses and abundant water ensure a full compliment of plains game such as the Impala and Thompson’s gazelle. The deep river pools provide homes for hippo and crocodiles. For a totally unique experience, enjoy a game-viewing adventure from the hot air balloon. The adventure begins just before dawn, float above the plains in absolute stillness. At the finish, enjoy a champagne breakfast in the bush. (BLD)

Day 7 & 8

Full days in the Masai Mara complete with morning and afternoon game drives. (BLD)

Day 9

After breakfast at the Camp, you are transferred to the airstrip for the morning flight to Nairobi. At Wilson Airport, we shall receive you and take you to Carnivore Restaurant for lunch. You have the whole afternoon for doing shopping before you are transferred to Jomo Kenyatta Airport for the departure flight. (BL)

Private vehicle for your party or group - minimum of 2

Visas

Trained and knowledgable guide

Drinks at meals

Lodge Accommodations (inc taxes) . Internal Air.

Any tips

8 lunches, 7 dinners and 8breakfasts

Souvenirs etc

Games Drives

International air fare

Hotel or Airport Pick Up and Drop off

Travel insurance