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Kenya Family Safari
Kenya Family Safari
EY

Highlights: Nairobi - Lake Nakuru - Lake Naivasha - Great Rift Valley - Loita Hills -  Masai Mara


Alternate Dates: 28 Jun, 11 Jul, 01 Aug, 08 Aug, 19 Sept


Other Departures: Glasgow - £2419, Edinburgh - £2429, Aberdeen - £2129, Manchester - £2029, Belfast City - £2135, Leeds Bradford - £2095, Newcastle - £2425, Southampton - £2145, Norwich - £2174, Birmingham - £2409, Bristol - £2135, Jersey - £2169, Cardiff - £2449.


Kenya Family Safari
Swap the hubbub of Kenya's capital for the calls of flamingos, zebras and rhinos as you journey from Nairobi to Masai Mara. The impressive Great Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha make an unforgettable backdrop as you camp out under the stars. Trek across the plains in search of Africa's largest residents, including lions, cheetahs and elephants. Spend time with the Masaai people and experience their fascinating tribal culture. Witness conservation projects that help protect animals from harm and extinction.


Itinerary:



Day 1 Nairobi
Jambo! Welcome to Kenya. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 5 pm. 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.
Notes: Petty theft is common in Nairobi. As a general rule, the safest place for your valuables is on your person in a neck wallet or money belt. Your hotel room or reception may also have a safe in which to store things. If you do decide to go exploring, make sure you get local advice on where it is and isn't safe to walk – particularly for later in the day. Be careful not to leave bags unattended on chairs or the floor when you're in a bar or restaurant. Without being paranoid, appearing vigilant is a great deterrence to would-be thieves. Also, make scans of important travel documents and email them to yourself – this will save you hours of time in paperwork if anything does happen.
Accommodation, Heron Court Hotel (1 night), Meals Included, There are no meals included on this day.


Day 2 Lake Nakuru
Today will be a long day of adventuring. After breakfast, you will visit David Sheldrick 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 (approximately 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 birdlife.
Accommodation, Nakuru Campsite (1 night), Included Activities: Nairobi - Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Nairobi - Langata Giraffe Sanctuary, Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.


Day 3 Lake Naivasha
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 (1 night), Included Activities: Lake Nakuru - Village walk, Lake Nakuru - Overland Vehicle Game Drive, Optional Activities, Lake Naivasha - Bike hire - USD12, Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.


Day 4 Lake Naivasha
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 3 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 (1 night), Included Activities: Lake Naivasha - Game Walk in Crater Lake Game Sanctuary (entrance fee), Optional Activities, Lake Naivasha - Hell's Gate NP (Game Drive) - USD40, Lake Naivasha - Boat trip - KES4000, Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Special Information
The Crater Lake game walk and Hell's Gate National Park will also incur a USD50 transport fee per vehicle. The boat trip is for one hour and no additional fees are required.


Day 5 Great Rift Valley and Loita Hills
Depart Lake Naivasha, making a short stop in Narok to do a spot of food shopping. Continue to Loita Hills (approximately 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 (1 night), Included Activities, Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit, Loita Hills - Maasai Village Visit, Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Dinner.


Day 6 Masai Mara
Travel from Loita to Masai Mara (approximately 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 3-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 (1 night), Included Activities, Masai Mara - 4x4 Game Drive
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.


Day 7 Masai Mara
Rise early and venture into the Masai Mara National Reserve for a full day of game driving (6hours). 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 (1 night), Included Activities: Masai Mara - 4x4 Game Drive
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.


Day 8 Nairobi
Cross the plains of the Mara and climb the Rift Valley’s eastern wall past Mount Suswa on the return drive to Nairobi (approximately 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 6:00 pm. Meals Included: Breakfast.



Offer Includes

  • Flights from London Heathrow with Etihad Airways
  • Airport taxes
  • 7 nights accommodation as per itinerary
  • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
  • Transport Overland truck, 4 x 4 safari vehicle

Meal Plans

  • As per Itinerary