A wonderful itinerary combining the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, world renowned for its conservation of rhino and other endangered specifies, the stunning Maasai Mara with its high density of big game throughout the year, and the pristine white beaches of the Indian Ocean coastline.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the daily programmes
- Park & conservancy fees as applicable
- Sightseeing and safari activities as specified
- International flights as specified, including applicable passenger taxes
- All applicable taxes & hotel service charges
- Flying doctors medivac service
- International Flights
- Health documents and any other entry requirements
- Personal travel/medical insurance
- Tips & gratuities
- All items of a personal nature
- Any activities / services not specified in the programme
Day 1-4: Nairobi
Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest city and is a vibrant and exciting place with some fascinating attractions. If you are interested in wildlife there is the beautiful Nairobi National Park, the world’s only urban game reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust where one can adopt a baby elephant and go and feed it and put it to bed, The Giraffe Centre where one can feed and learn about the Rothschild giraffe; for the shoppers, there are never ending incredible art, craft, jewelry, clothes, furniture etc. designers; for the social ones, the café culture, enormous array of restaurants and unbridled nightlife; for the historians, there is the National Museum and the Karen Blixen Museum.
Day 5-8: Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages, Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Resting at the foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Mountain Range, in central Kenya's Laikipia County, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy is the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa. It is also home to some of the last remaining northern white rhino in the world. Originally a working cattle ranch in colonial Kenya and now a pioneering wildlife conservancy, Ol Pejeta works to protect wildlife and provide a sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees. The Conservancy is a popular safari destination and is home to the renowned ‘Big Five’ as well as a wide selection of other African animals including zebra, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, jackal, serval, hyena, vervet monkey, and many more. Visitors can look forward to an assortment of outdoor activities such as horse rides, game walks, and nocturnal game drives.
Day 8-11: Emboo River Camp, Masai Mara
The Masai Mara together with Tanzania’s Serengeti form Africa’s most famous wildlife area. The image of acacia trees on an endless grass plain epitomises Africa for many, and then add a Masai warrior and some cattle to the picture and the conversation need go no further. The annual wildebeest migration through the Serengeti and the Masai Mara is the largest mass movement of land mammals on the planet – with more than a million animals following the rains. But that is not where the game viewing ends; large prides of lions, elephants and giraffes in grasslands, gazelles and eland to mention but a few. Aside from traditional vehicle safaris, game walks and hot-air ballooning over the Mara plains has become almost essential.
Overnight: Emboo River Camp
Located in a river bend within the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Emboo River is the perfect spot to enjoy a luxurious holiday in nature. The luxury tents have floor-to-ceiling views over the river and feature modern amenities. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch in the bush or private dinners and drinks on the terrace. Guests can also enjoy game drives and spot animals along the way, or a hot air balloon ride.
Basis: Full Board Plus - dinner, bed, breakfast, lunch and activities, all Local drinks (excl Spirits) Included
Included:
- Safarilink flight Nanyuki/Masai Mara 0915/1100
- this flight may be rerouted via Wilson depending on passenger loads
- 3 nights Emboo River Camp (Full board game package)
- Conservation fees
Day 11-15: The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel, Diani Beach
In 2016 the 25 km long silver-white sands of Diani Beach, Kenya were voted the ‘Best Beach in Africa’ by the ‘Oscars’ of the travel industry: The 21st Annual Travel Awards. This beautiful beach on Kenya’s south coast is a tropical paradise; the beach is out of the world, the amount of excellent activities are endless including SUP, kite surfing, wind surfing, hobby cats, deep sea diving, boat trips, snorkelling, deep sea fishing or onto land which includes sky diving, tennis, golf, nature walks, fascinating cultural visits and a snake park. There are also excellent modern conveniences like banks, supermarket, gift shops, spas, restaurants, cafes and a lively nightlife for those interested.
Water is life and water embraces the “good life” at “The Maji”. The Indian Ocean caresses the reserved beach, three sides of the hotel are surrounded by the extensive swimming pool springing out from the heart of the hotel lobby and other water features enrich the ambiance further. The Maji features the following:
- 15 luxurious bedrooms
- dedicated beach front
- Swimming Pool surrounding the hotel
- Ocean Front Jacuzzi
- Extensive dining areas throughout the property
- Maji Moto – Luxury Bar
- Kahawa Tamu – Coffee Lounge
- Board Room for up to 30 guests
- Gym with Ocean View
- Various lounges and terraces
- Africana Gallery – Boutique Shopping experience
- Book & DVD library
- Yoga Platform by the beach
- Open Air Shisha Lounge
- Massage & Beauty treatments
- Complimentary WiFi Internet throughout
- Twende Tu – Travel Adventures & Experiences
Basis: Half Board - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Included: Flights to Diani, transfer to hotel, 4 nights at The Maji (HB) Ocean Suite.
Excluded: Lunch, drinks, laundry, tips & gratuities, all items of a personal nature, any services/activities not specified in the inclusions.
Day 15: End of Itinerary
Morning at leisure with your room at the hotel included for your convenience until departure. In afternoon transfer to Ukunda Airstrip for the scheduled Safarilink flight to Nairobi (1530/1710). Met upon arrival at Wilson Airport and transferred to Jomo Kenyatta Airport for your international departure flight. Take a meal stop at the Ole Sereni Hotel en route to the airport - time permitting.