Twin Attractions Special 10 Nights / 11 Days
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Safari; Adventure; Wildlife; Beach; Sightseeing; Wildlife Safari; game viewing; Adventure Travel; Sightseeing tour; game drive; Adventure tour; Maasai Mara; explorations; Kenya Tour;
This tour combines Kenya’s twin attractions: the safari and beach experience. You begin at the Aberdares where you find icy rivers, spectacular waterfalls, rain forests, and an abundance of wildlife. On to Lake Nakuru, the flamingo belted lake and bird haven. Its also an important refuge for endangered species. You ...
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- Trip Length:
- 11 days
- Price Range:
- From $2132 (The prices are based on a minimum of 2 persons. A price reduction is available for numbers above two persons. Six persons may enjoy upto 30% saving on the per person rate!) per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
- Recommended for:
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15 - 17, 18 - 20, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
This tour combines Kenya’s twin attractions: the safari and beach experience. You begin at the Aberdares where you find icy rivers, spectacular waterfalls, rain forests, and an abundance of wildlife. On to Lake Nakuru, the flamingo belted lake and bird haven. Its also an important refuge for endangered species. You then head to Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous and finest game sanctuary. Through Naivasha, drive south to Amboseli, at the foothills of Africa’s highest peaks. Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds. You end up at Mombasa enjoying activities at the beach and the leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Nairobi
Nairobi – Aberdares.
Bus
0900 hrs - From Nairobi, take a 2.5 hour drive to the Outspan hotel.
Sightseeing
You pass through the industrial town of Thika and the intensely cultivated farms of the central Kenya. You relax at the Outspan Hotel before lunch is served at 1300 hrs.
Private Car Service
At 1500 hrs you are transferred in a lodge vehicle to Treetops lodge, one of the two famous tree hotels in the Aberdares National Park.
National Parks
Aberdares National Park has a diverse topography that includes icy rivers, spectacular waterfalls and rain forests. The flora and fauna is quite unique and is not found elsewhere in the country, except on Mount Kenya. Leopard, elephant, serval, waterbuck, reedbuck, dikdik, rhino and the rare bongo can all be found here. You are sure to see elephants, buffalos and some other animals at the floodlit waterholes of The Treetops. Birdlife is also plentiful, including the monkey-eating crowned eagle.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at The Treetops.
Day 2 - Nakuru
Aberdares – Nakuru.
Hotel
After breakfast at Treetops lodge, transfer back to the Outspan hotel.
Bus
Then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park to arrive in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge.
Safari
Lake Nakuru's claim to fame is anchored on its flamingos and the over 400 species of birds found here. The lake itself is a soda lake on the floor of the rift valley. The sight of the at times millions of flamingos is quite spectacular. From a distance the lake appears ringed in pink.
Safari
The Lake has also earned a reputation as an important haven for endangered species- particularly the Rothschild Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, waterbuck, buffalo and baboons are all residents here.
Safari
1600 hrs: proceed on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park till late in the evening.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at the Lake Nakuru Lodge.
Day 3 - Nakuru
Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara.
Bus
0730 hrs- Drive to via the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Maasai Mara in time for lunch at Mara Sopa / Mara Simba Lodge.
Safari
1530 hrs- go for an afternoon game drive till dusk.
Safari
The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant.
Safari
It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savannah- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Simba Lodge.
Day 4 - Kenya
Maasai Mara.
Ballooning
0630 hrs: Take the opportunity to fly over the Mara in a hot air balloon provided at extra cost. This is an optional activity. The balloon package includes a champagne breakfast in the wild! If you can spare the money, viewing abundant game afloat a balloon is an unforgettable experience.
Safari
0800 Hrs - morning game drive after breakfast.
Relaxation
After lunch at the lodge you, enjoy the early afternoon at leisure.
Safari
1600 hrs - Afternoon game drive till dusk.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Simba Lodge.
Day 5 - Kenya
Maasai Mara – Naivasha.
Bus
Morning Breakfast and depart at 0830 hrs to Lake Naivasha.
Food and Dining
Arrive for late lunch.
Relaxation
Afternoon at Leisure.
Sightseeing
Optional boat ride and visit to Crescent Island can be provided at an extra cost.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge.
Day 6 - Amboseli
Naivasha – Amboseli.
Bus
0700 Hrs –Check-out and commence drive to Amboseli. Arrive in time for lunch at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
Safari
Afternoon game drive at Amboseli National Park.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
Day 7 - Amboseli
Safari
0630 hrs - early morning game drive in the Amboseli National Park.
Food and Dining
Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Relaxation
You spend the rest of the morning at leisure.
Safari
After lunch at the lodge, proceed at 1600 hrs for an afternoon game drive till dusk.
Adventure
Amboseli sits on the lower slopes of mighty Mount Kilimanjaro - Africa’s highest - whose peak lies across the border in Tanzania. It is quite an experience to see Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in an early morning. The animal pictures arising against the dramatic backdrop of the mountain will thrill the photography enthusiast. Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds. You will also see buffalo, black rhino, zebra, wildebeest and other plain animals.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge.
Day 8 - Amboseli
Amboseli – Tsavo West.
Food and Dining
After breakfast, depart via the Sheitani lava flow for Tsavo West National Park to arrive in time for lunch at Severin safari camp.
Safari
At 1530 hrs, you proceed for an afternoon game drive within the park until dusk. At Tsavo West you will see elephants, crocodiles, vervet monkeys, antelope, baboons, giraffes, hippos and lions. The park is a marvel in terms of geo-physical character and plant diversity. Mzima Springs, the source of Mombasa’s water, is located here. These springs are recharged daily with hundreds of millions of litres of crystal clear water by underground streams emanating from Chyulu Hills. At Mzima, all sorts of animals gather for a drink particularly in the dry season. You may also be able to view hippo and crocodiles from the underwater glass tank.
Camping
Dinner and overnight at Severin Safari Camp.
Day 9 - Mombasa
Tsavo West / Mombasa.
Safari
0800 hrs –Check-out and commence drive to Mombasa with game drive en route.
Food and Dining
Enjoy lunch at your own expense. Arrive in the early afternoon in Mombasa and transfer to Severin Sea Lodge.
Hotel
Dinner and overnight at Severin Sea Lodge.
Day 10 - Mombasa
Beach
Spend the days enjoying activities at the finest beach of Mombasa and leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast.
Hotel
The Severin Sea Lodge is a dream hotel where the white sandy beach is lapped by the Indian Ocean, cool sea breezes and the equator sun giving a pleasant warm temperature all year round. The lodge is a tranquil haven and a dazzling paradise set alongside Kenya’s exotic Bamburi Beach a few kilometers from the bustling town and harbour of Mombasa and only 30 km from Moi International Airport.
Day 11 - Mombasa
Mombasa - Nairobi.
Relaxation
After breakfast you will be free (depending on flight booking) to check out.
Airport Transfer
You will be transferred to Mombasa Airport for flight back to Nairobi.
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Transport based on a safari minibus with pop up roof for game viewing. Park entry fee. Accommodation and all meals while on safari. Accommodation and the meals specified while at Mombasa. Service of an English speaking driver guide. Game drives as per the Itinerary. Driver allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver. Any applicable Government taxes. Complimentary bottle on drinking mineral water. One way flight from Mombasa to Nairobi. Travel Insurance.
Budget Excludes:Hot air Balloon flight in Maasai Mara – US$ 420 Per Person extra. Extras at the lodges –tips, drinks, telephone, laundry or any other personal expenses.
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