Kenyan Safari Odyssey & Beach
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Fast Facts
Travelling to:
Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park, Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and Diani Beach
duration:
13 Days - 12 Nights
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Starting in Nairobi and ending on the shores of the delightful Indian Ocean, this is a comprehensive safari that visits four extremely diverse wilderness areas.
From the lakes of the Great Rift Valley and open plains of the Mara to the undulating hills of Tsavo, this is a great start to a safari and beach holiday.
Highlights
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Nairobi
Kenya's capital is a gateway to culture, history, nature wildlife, and a thriving buzz. The city is fast growing and is one of the largest in Africa. You will never be short of something to see or do, with many excellent restaurants, museums, and gardens.
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Masai Mara
When it comes to the reputation of the Masai Mara, the image of acacia trees on an endless grass plain epitomises Africa for many, and then add a Maasai warrior and some cattle to the picture and the conversation need go no further.
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Amboseli National Park
If you are looking for an extraordinary wildlife experience with an incredible location, then Amboseli is hard to beat, with huge populations of elephants set to the backdrop of Africa's highest mountain peak - Kilimanjaro.
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Kenyan Coast
Coastal Kenya is spectacular. Rich in biodiversity, with stunning white sandy beaches, beautiful coral reefs, and coastal forests. The environmental wealth of the region gives reason to visit alone. For those who wish to dig a little deeper, you will find incredible archaeological heritage and a fascinating history.
Outline Itinerary
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Day 1 - Travelling
Depart London Heathrow for your overnight flight to Nairobi.
Day 2 - Nairobi
Staying at: Eka Hotel
Upon arrival into Nairobi, clients will be met and transferred to the Eka hotel. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 3 - Masai Mara
Staying at: Keekorok Lodge
Leaving Nairobi after breakfast, you travel towards Kenya's fertile highlands and head down the rift escarpment on the road built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. On the way spot the charming chapel built at the foot of the escarpment. Pass the impressive Longonot earth satellite station as you head across the valley to Narok; continue your travels across acres of wheat and barley, before reaching the Masai Mara in time for lunch. Following lunch set off on your first game drive, returning to the lodge as the sun sets.
Day 4 - Masai Mara
Staying at: Keekorok Lodge
Following an early breakfast, depart on a morning game drive, returning to the camp mid morning. After lunch, and perhaps a siesta, set off on another game drive returning to the lodge as the sunsets. (It is possible to pre-book an optional early morning Balloon Safari at a supplementary cost)
Day 5 - Lake Nakuru National Park
Staying at: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Leaving the Masai Mara after breakfast travel across the ‘breadbasket’ of Kenya, where acres of wheat and barley litter the landscape as you head north to Narok, the district headquarters of this part of Maasailand. Now travel across the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley, keeping an eye out for herds of giraffe and gazelle as you head up the Mai -Mahiu, before arriving at Lake Nakuru around midday. Once in the park, view game en route to the lodge. Following lunch and a siesta, there is an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge as the sun sets. The national park, known for its birdlife, offers a possibility to view flamingoes. It is also home to Black and White rhinos as well as the endangered Rothschild Giraffe.
Day 6 - Amboseli National Park
Staying at: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Following an early breakfast, leaving Lake Nakuru behind, you continue towards Nairobi and then head south towards Amboseli stopping for a picnic lunch enroute. On arrival, there is game viewing en route to the lodge, arriving as the sun sets.
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Day 7 - Amboseli National Park
Staying at: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Following a morning gamedrive the rest of the morning is at leisure followed by lunch at the lodge. Following Lunch, depart to Tsavo West. The journey takes you east, across the spectacular Shetani lava flow, a reminder of the molten outpouring that spilled down the scenic slopes of the nearby Chyulu Hills over the last three centuries. A zig‑zagging road through scrub thorn and acacia leads you into Tsavo National Park, which together (East and West) form the largest of Kenya’s parks. On arrival, enjoy game-viewing en route to your lodge arrive at your lodge as the sun sets.
Day 8 - Tsavo West National Park
Staying at: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
This morning enjoy a game drive in the park, including a visit to Mzima Springs with its underwater viewing holes. Following lunch at the lodge, continue to Taita Hills Game Sanctuary for rest of the afternoon at leisure, viewing game from lodge’s underground hide or from the lodge balconies.
Day 9 - Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Staying at: Sarova Salt Lick Game Lodge
Following breakfast, depart on a morning game drive in Taita Hills Game Sanctuary. Lunch will be provided at Sarova Taita Hills Game Lodge before continuing your journey to Mombasa, aiming to reach your South Coast beach hotel by late afternoon and relax.
Days 10-12 - Diani Beach
Staying at: Baobab Beach Resort & Spa
Spend the next few days soaking up the sunshine and swimming in the Indian Ocean or for the more adventurous partake is some of the optional excursions on offer from the resort.
It is possible to extend your beach portion of the holiday to a duration that suits you.
Day 13 - Departure
Check out this morning and you will be driven to Mombasa Airport in time for your flight back to the UK.