From the open
plains of Masai Mara, the shimmery pink waters of Lake Nakuru and the swamps of
Amboseli, this safari takes in three of the most picturesque regions in Kenya.
It also provides the perfect opportunity to spot the Big-5 and to capture some
diverse scenery.
Upon arrival into
Nairobi, clients will be met and transferred to Eka Hotel. Afternoon at
leisure.
Overnight at the
Eka Hotel in a Superior room on a bed and breakfast basis. (Check in time is 1400hrs approx. and will be adhered to. Clients arriving in
the middle of the night must book a pre-night as they will not be permitted to
wait in the hotel lobby for check-in at 1400hrs.)
Eka Hotel
A contemporary style hotel that provides all the comfort, convenience
and efficiency to the discerning traveler, Eka Hotel is ideally located along
Mombasa road in Nairobi the capital city of Kenya, It is an ideal business cum leisure hotel, close to the International and
domestic Airports as well as the city centre. The hotel offers tastefully
decorated rooms, two restaurants, bar, conference facilities, swimming pool and
a host of other facilities.
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.
Overnight at Keekorok Lodge on a full board basis.
Keekorok Lodge
Keekorok Lodge was
opened in 1965 and lies at the southern end of Masai Mara National Reserve,
approximately 280 kilometres from
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 and visit to
the Masai Village, returning to the lodge as the sunsets. (It is possible to
pre-book an optional early morning Balloon Safari at a supplement)
Overnight at Keekorok Lodge on a full board basis.
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
Overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge on a full board basis.
Lake Nakuru Lodge is situated in the heart of one of Kenya's most densely
populated wetland National Parks, (Ramsar site) only two leisurely hours' drive
from Nairobi, through beautiful forested uplands and passing a series of lakes.
On the outskirts of the bustling market town of Nakuru lies a truly remarkable
national park which has achieved international fame. Both black and white rhino
are being given a new lease of life in this 188 sq km, fully-fenced park - and
they are carefully protected. The present rhino population is over 50 and
continuing to multiply. The Rothschild giraffe is another rarity and the park
has its fair share of buffalo, leopard, zebra, eland, waterbuck and lion. Lake
Nakuru Lodge is in the south-east ecological niche of the park, with commanding
views of the lake and the flamingos for which it is justly famous. Lush gardens
surround the lodge and cottages. There is a good programme of activities and
evening entertainment.
Following an early breakfast, continue to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride. Leaving
the Rift Valley behind, proceed to Nairobi for an early lunch (or picnic lunch
dependent on road conditions) and continue south towards Amboseli, arriving at
your lodge by late afternoon.
Overnight at Ol Tukai Lodge on a full board basis
Ol
Tukai Lodge
Ol Tukai lies at the heart of Amboseli National Park and is set at the
foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. The cottage style
accommodation spreads out on either side of the main lodge, where the
architecture is unobtrusive. Each room is built out of gum trees and other
indigenous building materials, with the use of beige and cream slate. Each room
has uninterrupted views of either the wetlands or of Mount Kilimanjaro. There
is a great swimming pool shaded by acacia trees, library, bars, gift shop and
spacious gardens to enjoy.
Morning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli, returning to the lodge as
the sun sets.
Overnight at
Oltukai Lodge on a full board basis.