Kenyan Bush & Beach Holiday by Rail
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Fast Facts
Travelling to:
Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Tsavo West National Park and Mombasa
duration:
12 Days - 11 Nights
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Since its inauguration in 2017 the Madaraka Express Train has fast become a new favourite way to travel in Kenya.
This exclusive itinerary includes a stay in Nairobi - First class train travel and a three night safari in two famous national parks. Two nights in Amboseli with its picture postcard views of Mount Kilimanjaro in neighbouring Tanzania and a night Tsavo West National Park - made famous by the man-eating lion attacks as the original rails were being laid.
Using the Serena group of hotels for this itinerary - you will get to experience amazing hospitality in all their properties and the genuine warmth of the Kenyan people together with the warmth of the Indian Ocean as you relax in turquoise waters lapping against white sandy beaches.
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
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Day 1 - Nairobi
Staying at: Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport
On arrival into Nairobi International Airport - clear customs and immigration. Take the hotel shuttle bus the short distance to the hotel and check in for an overnight stay.
Day 2 - Amboseli National Park
Staying at: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
This morning, you will be met and have a transfer to the train station for Madaraka Express train to Emali. You travel in the first-class carriage, viewing the landscape enroute to Emali, your first stop. On arrival you are met by the lodge vehicle for the transfer to Amboseli. Arrive Amboseli late morning with game-viewing enroute to your lodge, once you enter the park. Lunch is served at the lodge; later depart on an afternoon gamedrive, returning as the sun sets. Enjoy a Bush Barbeque Dinner tonight.
Day 3 - Amboseli National Park
Staying at: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Morning and afternoon game drives in this iconic park with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Day 4 - Tsavo West National Park
Staying at: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge
This morning, depart on an early morning game drive in the lodge vehicle and later continue to Tsavo West by road, arriving to your lodge for lunch. Following lunch and an afternoon siesta there is an game drive in Tsavo West National Park returning as the sun sets. Later this evening depart on a night game drive.
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Days 5-11 - Mombasa
Staying at: Serena Beach Resort and Spa
Following breakfast and an early morning escorted nature walk transfer to Mtito Andei Railway Station to catch the train and continue your rail journey to Mombasa. On arrival you are transferred to your beach resort and check in for the next 7 nights of relaxation with Dinner and breakfast included.
The Serena Beach Hotel encapsulates the five-star resort experience with impeccable service and gracious hospitality steeped in local tradition. Guests may choose from a wide selection of premium rooms and suites, superb dining options highlighted by the oceanfront dhow-themed Jahazi Grill and leisure pursuits ranging from a gorgeous free-form pool and swim-up bar to indulgent spa therapies at Maisha Mind, Body & Spirit Spa.
Day 12 - Departure
Today you check out of the hotel - you will be transferred to Mombasa Airport in time to check in for the flights back to the UK.