9 Days

Day 1 & 2 – Nairobi to Lake Nakuru wildlife safari Kenya,
We leave Nairobi and descend into the Great Rift Valley, pausing at lookouts with amazing views en route. Camp overnight on an old working farm near Lake Nakuru. Spend the afternoon getting to know your companions; the camp has good facilities and a bar.

On day 2 visit Lake Nakuru National Park

– it encompasses the alkaline lake of the same name, it is frequently visited by hundreds of thousands of greater & lesser flamingos. More than 400 bird species have been recorded here. Nakuru is also a great place to see both black rhino and white rhino as well as buffalo. Lion and leopard live here too but if you are not lucky enough to see them, enjoy the stunning view of the pink tinged lake from the escarpment.

Day 3 & 4 – Lake Nakuru, 2 nights camping wildlife Kenya Safari
Move camp to the shores of Lake Naivasha, well known for its hippo population. Great for a sightseeing safari ! This camp also has a good bar restaurant overlooking the lake and good facilities.

During your stay you may like to visit Hell’s Gate National Park – hire bikes and ride through herds of zebra, buffalo, hartebeest and gazelle. There is spectacular scenery of red cliffs, grassy plains and lava towers. Or spend the day on the lakeshore, spotting a variety of colourful birds. There are more species of birds on this one lake than in the whole of the United Kingdom! Or visit Elsamere, once the home of Joy Adamson and Elsa the lion of ‘Born Free’ fame, Elsamere is now the head quarters of the Born Free Foundation and you can find out more about their work, see the rare Colobus monkeys and take afternoon tea in the gardens.

Nearby is Hell’s Gate National Park where you can hire bikes to take you around the park and see the herds of zebra, buffalo, hartebeest and gazelle. There is some spectacular scenery here, red cliffs, grassy plains and rock towers made of hardened lava, the remains of ancient volcanoes. It’s a hard ride but well worth it. Or you can spend the day on the lakeshore, spotting the rich variety of African birds. There are more species of birds on this one lake that there are in the whole of the UK.

Day 5 & 6 – Masai Mara Game Reserve Safari , 2 nights camping.
Driving out of the Rift Valley, pass through the Masai town Narok before entering the Masai Mara. The camp is a simple site on the edge of the park.

The Masai Mara Game Reserve contains great concentrations of wildlife and adjoins Tanzania’s Serengeti Plains forming the northern end of the great migration ecosystem. From June to October you have a good chance of seeing the migratory herds as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebra move through the area in search of new grass. The Mara Kenya Tour , however, has great resident game and at any time of the year it is usual to see lion, leopard, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, buffalo, jackal, topi, gazelles, impala and elephant. Hippos and crocodiles are plentiful in the rivers and the bird life is also abundant. No less than 53 different species of birds of prey alone have been recorded.

The Mara is also the traditional land of the Masai people, nomadic herders who choose a traditional lifestyle and who are permitted to graze their cattle in the area.

Days 7 – Lake Naivasha, 1 night camping
The drive out of the Mara is long so the safari returns as far as Lake Naivasha for another overnight stop. You have the chance to go bird watching on the lake shores, or to climb Mount Longonot, an extinct volcano. Or you can take a boat out on the Green Crater Lake.

Days 8 – Nairobi, 1 nights camping
Return to Nairobi to spend the evening feasting at the famous Carnivores Restaurant and if you are in the mood – a night out in Kenya’s capital city.

Days 9 – Safari ends, Nairobi

After breakfast the safari ends.

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LUXURY BUSH SAFARI – 14 Days

Day 1 – Arrive Nairobi, Ngong House for 1 night
Arrival transfer to Ngong House located on 10 acres of land on the outskirts Nairobi and offering accommodation in quirky and innovative “tree houses” with en-suite facilities.

Large four-poster beds grace the bedroom area, with crisp cotton bed linen and an abundance of feather pillows, promising a luxurious night sleep. Much of the tree house walls are glass so the views over the Ngong Hills can be enjoyed from every angle. Ngong House is set in lovely gardens; there are two swimming pools, a central lounge area and dining pavilions designed for romance and views. Local touring is included if time permits.
All meals

Day 2 & 3 – Amboseli National Park, Kenya Tour 2 nights Ol Kanjau
Morning flight to Amboseli National Park – justly famous for its big game including buffalo, elephant, lion, giraffe, hyena, cheetah and a variety of smaller carnivores and antelope species; and for its picturesque scenery, which benefits from the beautiful backdrop of snow covered Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. This region is home to the nomadic Masai people and you will see their circular manyattas (villages), surrounded by thorny scrub fences, scattered across the plains.

Ol Kanjau is a wonderful opportunity to stay in Mike and Judy Rainy’s private traditional tented camp on the edge of Amboseli National Park. The Rainys have kept the comfortable camp as authentic and simple as possible and it is surrounded by true bush land wilderness. Amboseli is home to a growing population of elephant and the Rainys will introduce you to several of 52 known matriarchal elephant families, this is a great place to “get up close and personal” with elephant!
All meals

Days 4 to 6 – Lewa Downs, 3 nights at Wilderness Kenya Safari Trails
Morning flight to Nairobi where you connect to Lewa Downs for a 3 night stay at Wilderness Trails.

One of Kenya’s major private conservation successes at the foot of Mt Kenya, Lewa Downs has been the Craig family home since 1924. The family home accommodates 16 guests in comfortable thatched cottages with en suite bathrooms and verandas. The food is wholesome, ranch style and organically grown. Candlelight dinners are served on the large flagstone terrace followed by coffee and drinks around the campfire. The wildlife experience on Lewa Downs suits guests from all walks of life and all ages.

Activities are all accompanied by experienced guides and include day and night game drives, guided walks, horse riding, camel safaris, visits to an ancient acheulian archaeological site, visits to Lewa’s unique game blinds, excursions to a Masai cultural boma on Il Ngwesi, the neighbouring community wildlife scheme that Lewa has helped to establish, educational lectures on the history, development and day to day operation of the conservancy.
All meals

Days 7 to 9 – Masai Mara, 3 nights Rekero Tented Camp
Morning charter flight to Nanyuki where you connect to the Masai Mara for a 3 night stay at Rekero.

Set amidst the teeming mass of wildlife in the Masai Mara, Rekero Tented Camp overlooks a migration crossing point on the Talek River and has views to the south and the plains of Tanzania. As there are only a few camps that take game drives on these southern plains, the feeling of wilderness is enhanced by the lack of traffic.

The camp is set up seasonally and accommodates 12 guests. The tents are well spaced and each has an en suite bathroom, flush loo, bucket shower (which is generously filled by your butler) and a small front porch with chairs, table with mirror, water, canvas hand basin & lantern.

The central living tent provides shaded under cover dining but meals are often enjoyed on the banks of the river in the shade of beautiful trees. The Beaton family have lived in the Mara area for generations and they own this camp in partnership with Jackson a local Masai who is renowned as one of the best guides in the area. Jackson, along with a company of professional cooks, camp attendants and guides will ensure that your safari experience is adventurous, comfortable, traditional and memorable.

The Masai Mara Game Reserve contains great concentrations of wildlife and adjoins Tanzania’s Serengeti Plains forming the northern end of the great migration ecosystem. From June to October you have a good chance of seeing the migratory, however, year round there is plenty of resident game including lion, leopard, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, buffalo, jackal, topi, gazelles, impala and elephant. Hippos and crocodiles are plentiful in the rivers and the bird life is also abundant.
All meals

Day 10 – The Funzi Keys, 4 nights
After lunch fly to Ukunda where you transfer by road to Bodo, one hour away, and then by boat to Funzi Keys … getting there is all part of the adventure as your destination slowly reveals itself!

Funzi Keys, fronted by beach and surrounded by water, faces west offering dramatic views of the African sunset. Accommodation is in ten spacious cottages set along the high-water line and constructed from stone and thatch, with large netted windows open to the sea breezes. The airy rooms are imaginatively furnished with locally carved wood and artefacts, and in addition to a large four-poster bed, each room has a Jacuzzi, with a spectacular sea view. In front of each cottage is a private sitting area where a campfire is lit each night and guests can watch the sun setting with a drink in hand.

The main building reflects the influence of coastal Omani architecture, with Lamu ceilings and intricate plaster carvings on the walls. A day at The Funzi Keys is not structured – guests can do as little or as much as they choose. You may prefer to unwind on the wooden deck with surrounds the large free-form pool, watching the local fishing dhows sail by. Or you may choose to be active and partake in snorkelling, windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and water-skiing. Deep-sea fishing and scuba diving can be arranged. Boats are available to see the dolphins that regularly visit Funzi Creek and sunset dhow cruises and beach barbecues are a special feature of the hotel.
Breakfast and dinner

Day 14 – Depart Kenya
Your charter flight to Mombasa will be timed to connect with your flight from Mombasa to Nairobi and this will be timed to connect with your international departure.

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7 Days

Day 1 – Aberdare National Park, Mountain Lodge, 1 night

The safari begins with the drive to The Aberdare National Park for an overnight stay at Mountain Lodge.

Mountain Lodge provides an up close and personal view of the Aberdare forest, which comes alive at night. The Aberdare National Park includes moor lands and mountain slopes covered with heavy forest and criss-crossed with deep ravines. In the forest are Red Duiker, suni, bushbuck, elephant, buffalo, giant forest hog, leopard and colobus monkey. Kenya Safari Eland occur on the open moor lands as do serval. Mobile game viewing can be difficult in such thick vegetation and so the lodges within the park overlook water holes. A service is provided to wake you in the night should a nocturnal species in which you have an interest come to drink.

All rooms have an en suite bathroom and an excellent view of the waterhole below. A specially constructed viewing bunker is connected to the lodge by a short tunnel and allows an incredibly close view of game as they come to drink or lick salt.
Lunch & dinner

Day 2 & 3 – Samburu Game Reserve, Serena Lodge, 2 nights Kenya Tour
Driving north your safari comes to the Samburu Reserve and the Serena Lodge – morning and afternoon game drives are included.

The hot and dry Samburu and Shaba National Reserves are classic examples of arid habitat and the Ewaso Nyiro River provides the only year round source of water. Elephants, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah as well as reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, oryx and other species have adapted to life here. In addition to the wildlife the region is home to the nomadic Samburu tribe, who herd their cattle, camels and goats in search of pasture.

The Serena Lodge was inspired by the architecture of the indigenous Samburu tribe and blends into the verdant environment. Thatched cabins built using exotic African woods create an escapist atmosphere. The lodge has a spacious swimming pool for cooling down in the heat of the day and a special game-viewing verandah.
All meals

Days 4 – Lake Nakuru, Lion Hill Lodge, 1 night
Morning departure for the drive south along the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru, arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive.

Lake Nakuru National Park encompasses an alkaline lake and is frequently visited by hundreds of thousands of greater & lesser flamingos. More than 400 bird species have been recorded here. Nakuru is also a great place to see both black rhino and white rhino as well as buffalo. Lion and leopard live here too but if you are not luck enough to see them, enjoy the stunning view of the pink tinged lake from the escarpment.

Set on a plateau in the Rift Valley, Lion Hill Lodge overlooks Lake Nakuru. The Lodge is beautifully landscaped with natural foliage and a startling variety of flower gardens. Accommodation consists of 65 chalet style bedrooms, all with private bathrooms and views over the Lake. Other amenities include a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, sauna and curio shop.
All meals

Days 5 & 6 – Masai Mara, Serena Lodge, 2 nights Kenya Adventure Tour
Today’s drive will take you to one of Africa’s most renowned game viewing havens – the Masai Mara. Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive.

The Masai Mara Game Reserve contains great concentrations of wildlife and adjoins Tanzania’s Serengeti Plains forming the northern end of the great migration ecosystem. From June to October you have a good chance of seeing the migratory herds as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebra move through the area in search of new grass. The Mara, however, has great resident game and at any time of the year it is usual to see lion, leopard, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, buffalo, jackal, topi, gazelles, impala and elephant. Hippos and crocodiles are plentiful in the rivers and the bird life is also abundant. No less than 53 different species of birds of prey alone have been recorded. The Mara is also the traditional land of the Masai people, nomadic herders who choose a traditional lifestyle and who are permitted to graze their cattle in the area.

An interpretation of a traditional Masai Manyatta village of domed huts, Mara Serena Safari Lodge is set on the saddle of a hill where it overlooks the 1,800 square kms of rolling plains, woodlands and rivers that make up the Masai Mara Triangle – one of the world’s richest wildlife sanctuaries. Every room is an individual "hut" – spread out to give each one uninterrupted views of the plains, the meandering riverine forest and the silhouetted hills beyond. The view from the pool and surrounding decks is also a panorama of the spectacular plains of the Mara.
All meals

Day 7 – Return to Nairobi
A morning game drive out of the Park precedes your return to Nairobi – arrive around noon.
Breakfast included.

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