Travel Dates (2019):
Travel Dates (2020):
- 27th June
- 28th June
- 11th July
- 12th July
- 25th July
- 8th August
Inclusions:
- Specified meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
- Transport: Overland truck, 4 x 4 safari vehicle
- Accommodation: Hotel (one night), Cottage (two nights), Camping with facilities (four nights)
- Nairobi - Sheldrick elephant orphanage visit
- Nairobi - Langata giraffe sanctuary
- Lake Nakuru - Village walk
- Lake Nakuru - Game drive
- Lake Naivasha - Game walk-in Crater Lake Game Sanctuary
- Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
- Loita Hills - Maasai village visit
- Masai Mara - 4x4 game drive
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas
Itinerary:
Day One: Nairobi
Jambo! Welcome to Kenya. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6.00pm. You can arrive at any time as there are no activities planned until this important meeting. Please ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time for this, consider arriving a day early so you are able to attend. If you are going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please ensure you have these to give to your leader. If you arrive early, perhaps head out and explore the National Museum of Kenya, the Karen Blixen Museum or the highly recommended Bomas of Kenya where traditional homesteads of several Kenyan tribes are displayed at an outdoor village.
Accommodation:
- Heron Court Hotel (one-night)
Day Two: Lake Nakuru (BLD)
Today will be a long day of adventuring. After breakfast, you will visit David Sheldricks Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. These conservation projects allow you to see the animals up close while learning more about them and their plight in the modern world. After lunch, head out of Nairobi towards Lake Nakuru (approx. 4-5 hours), arriving in time to pitch a tent at the campsite before the sun goes down. The alkaline waters of Lake Nakuru once supported an extremely large colony of flamingos – estimated to be up to two million strong! Over the course of the year the lake changes size considerably, shrinking to its smallest in March at the end of the dry season, and changing the type of birdlife and wildlife that inhabit the area. Unfortunately changes in water levels and chemical concentration caused the permanent population of flamingos to move elsewhere in the 1970s, however, the lush area around the lake remains known for its bird life.
Accommodation:
- Nakuru Campsite (one-night)
Included Activities:
- Nairobi - Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
- Nairobi - Langata Giraffe Sanctuary
Day Three: Lake Naivasha (BLD)
Head out on an early morning game drive around Lake Nakuru. Keep a lookout for the white rhinos that can often be found around the shores. Afterwards, encounter friendly locals on a village visit before moving on to Lake Naivasha (approx. 2-3 hour drive). Lake Naivasha is a birdwatcher's paradise with floating islands of papyrus reeds. Afternoon wind and storms can cause the lake to become suddenly rough and produce high waves. For this reason, the local Maasai christened the lake Nai'posha meaning 'rough water’, which the British later misspelt as Naivasha. There is an option to hire a bike and pedal around the lake this afternoon if you wish to stretch your legs after the drive.
Accommodation:
- Fish Eagle Inn (one-night)
Included Activities:
- Lake Nakuru - Village walk
- Lake Nakuru - Game drive
Optional Activities:
- Lake Naivasha - Bike hire - USD12
Day Four: Lake Naivasha (BLD)
After a camp breakfast, head towards Crater Lake and take part in a guided walk along one of the many trails. The waters of the lake draw a great range of game. Giraffes wander among the acacia, buffaloes wallow in the swamps and Colobus monkeys call from the treetops, while the lake’s large hippo population while away the day in the shallows. The walk takes three hours and we recommend you bring with you good sturdy footwear. It is an easy walk.
The afternoon is free to relax around the camp and take advantage of the swimming pool. Alternatively, you might like to arrange one of the optional activities listed below.
Accommodation:
- Fish Eagle Inn (one-night)
Included Activities:
- Lake Naivasha - Game walk in Crater Lake Game Sanctuary
Optional Activities:
- Lake Naivasha - Hell's Gate National Park - USD40
- Lake Naivasha - Boat trip - KES4000
Day Five: Great Rift Valley and Loita Hills (BLD)
Depart Lake Naivasha, making a short stop in Narok to do a spot of food shopping. Continue to Loita Hills (approx. 5-6 hours), stopping for lunch en route. Today's drive crosses the Great Rift Valley, Africa's immense and spectacular great divide, and takes you into the remote region of Loita Hills. This is the home of the traditional Maasai people. Visit the Maasai, who are known for their vibrant red dress and elaborate jewellery, and gain an insight into the culture and ancient ways of this proud East African community. After setting up your tent, meet your Maasai hosts. A local elder will deliver a fascinating talk about the Maasai and their history and culture. You'll be shown around a traditional Maasai home and see where the resident cattle are kept. Showers, upgrades and WiFi are not available at tonight's bush camp.
Accommodation:
- Loita Hills Campsite (one-night)
Included Activities:
- Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
- Loita Hills - Maasai village visit
Day Six: Masai Mara (BLD)
Travel from Loita to Masai Mara (approx. 1-2 hours). The road is dusty when dry, and could be slippery and soft when wet, so the going may be slow. The Masai Mara is the quintessential African experience, with sparse open plains, dramatic skies and some of the world's most tremendous animals. After setting up camp, sit down to some lunch, then jump back in the truck and go for a three-hour game drive through the wilderness of the Mara.
Your campground tonight is located outside of the national reserve and has flush toilets and showers. There is an option to upgrade, depending on availability. WiFi is not available here.
Accommodation:
- Mara Springs Camp (one-night)
Included Activities:
- Masai Mara - 4x4 game drive
Day Seven: Masai Mara (BLD)
Rise early and venture into the Masai Mara National Reserve for a full day of game driving (six-hours). Explore this diverse environment and see a multitude of wildlife. Return to camp for lunch by the side of the Mara River – a great chance to spot crocs and hippos. Relax during the heat of the day before setting off again in the afternoon, expecting to return to camp around sunset. We'll stop en-route for a picnic lunch.
Accommodation:
- Mara Springs Camp (one-night)
Included Activities:
- Masai Mara - 4x4 game drive
Day Eight: Nairobi (B)
Cross the plains of the Mara and climb the Rift Valley’s eastern wall past Mount Suswa on the return drive to Nairobi (approx. 6 hours). En route there may be opportunities to stop and make some final purchases. Once back in Nairobi perhaps enjoy a final dinner with the group in a local restaurant and reflect on this incredible African adventure. If you're flying out today, please book a flight after 6:00pm.
B = breakfast
L = lunch
D = dinner
Conditions
Valid from Mar 11, 2019
Expires Mar 31, 2019
Limit: 4 per user and 2 as gift for others
Bookings essential and must be made within seven days of purchase, or by 31st March 2019, whichever occurs first. Valid for travel dates: 28 September 2019, 2020 dates: 27 June, 28 June, 11 July, 12 July, 25 July, 8 August 2020. Subject to availability. International flights not included. Must be used in 1 visit. Deal valid for one person on a family share basis i.e. one adult and one child vouchers must be purchased at this price. Child defined as age 5-12 years. Single supplement quote is available direct from merchant. Purchase 1x voucher and pay the supplement direct. Deposit option: simply purchase the $500 deposit option for each person travelling, book within seven days and full payment due no later than 120 days prior to the departure date. Includes specified meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners; Transport: Overland truck, 4 x 4 safari vehicle; Accommodation: hotel (one-night), cottage (two nights), camping with facilities (four nights); Included activities: Nairobi - Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Nairobi - Langata Giraffe Sanctuary, Lake Nakuru - Village walk, Lake Nakuru - Game Drive, Lake Naivasha - Game Walk in Crater Lake Game Sanctuary, Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit, Loita Hills - Maasai Village Visit, Masai Mara - 4x4 Game Drive. Excludes flights, visas, travel insurance, personal expenses & anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after intended travel date. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Travel insurance recommended. Maximum group size 16 people. Vaccinations may be required, please consult your GP. Value of deal is based on current rates, which are subject to change. Refund available from GrabOne within 48 hours of purchase if specific dates are not available. No cashback. Not to be used with other offers.
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