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This tour combines Kenya’s twin attractions- the safari and beach experience. You begin at the Aberdares where you find icy rivers, spectacular waterfalls, rain forests, and an abundance of wildlife. On to Lake Nakuru, the flamingo belted lake and bird haven. Its also is an important refuge for endangered species. You then head to Masai Mara, Kenya’s most famous and finest game sanctuary. Through Naivasha, drive south to Amboseli, at the foothills of Africa’s highest peaks. Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds. You end up at Mombasa enjoying activities at the beach and the leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast.
DAY 1 NAIROBI – ABERDARES
0900 hrs - From Nairobi, take a 2.5 hour drive to the Outspan hotel. You pass through the industrial town of Thika and the intensely cultivated farms of the central Kenya. You relax Outspan before lunch is served at 1300 hrs. At 1500 hrs you are transferred in a lodge vehicle to Treetops lodge, one of the two famous tree hotels in the Aberdares National Park. Aberdares National Park has a diverse topography that includes icy rivers, spectacular waterfalls and rain forests. The flora and fauna is quite unique and is not found elsewhere in the country, expect on Mount Kenya. Leopard, elephant, serval, waterbuck, reedbuck, dikdik, rhino and the rare bongo can all be found here. You are sure to see elephants, buffalos and some other animals at the floodlit waterholes of The Treetops. Birdlife is also plentiful, including the monkey eating crowned eagle. Dinner and overnight at The Treetops /The Ark
DAY 2 ABERDARES – NAKURU
After breakfast at Treetops lodge, transfer back to the Outspan hotel. Then drive to Lake Nakuru National Park to arrive in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge. Lake Nakuru's claim to fame is anchored on its flamingo's and the over 400 species of birds found here. The lake itself is a soda lake on the floor of the rift valley. The sight of the at times millions of flamingos is quite spectacular. From a distance the lake appears ringed in pink. The Lake has also earned a reputation as an important haven for endangered species- particularly the Rothschild Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, waterbuck, buffalo and baboons are all residents here. 1600 hrs: proceed on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park till late in the evening. Dinner and overnight at the Lake Nakuru Lodge/Sarova Lion hill lodge
Day 3 LAKE NAKURU - MAASAI MARA
0730 hrs- Drive to via the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Masai Mara in time for lunch at Mara Sopa / Mara Simba Lodge. 1530 hrs- go for an afternoon game drive till dusk. The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savannah- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Simba Lodge.
Day 4: MAASAI MARA
0630 hrs- Take the opportunity to fly over the Mara in a Hot air Balloon provided at extra cost. This is an optional activity. The balloon package includes a champagne breakfast in the wild! If you can spare the money, viewing abundant game afloat a balloon is an unforgettable experience. OR 0800 Hrs - morning game drive after breakfast. After lunch at the lodge you, enjoy the early afternoon at leisure. 1600 hrs - Afternoon game drive till dusk. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge / Mara Simba Lodge
DAY 5: MAASAI MARA – NAIVASHA
Morning Breakfast and depart at 0830 hrs to Lake Naivasha. Arrive for late lunch. Afternoon at Leisure. Optional boat ride and visit to crescent Island can be provided at an Extra Cost. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Simba /Lake Naivasha country club DAY 6: NAIVASHA – AMBOSELI
0700 Hrs –Check-out and commence drive to Amboseli. Arrive in time for lunch at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge. Afternoon game drive at Amboseli National Park. Dinner and overnight at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge /Tortilis camp/Amboseli Serena
DAY 7 AMBOSELI
0630 hrs - early morning game drive in the Amboseli National Park. Return to the lodge for breakfast. You spend the rest of the morning at leisure. After lunch at the lodge, proceed at 1600 hrs for an afternoon game drive till dusk. Amboseli sits on the lower slopes of mighty Mount Kilimanjaro - Africa’s highest - whose peak lies across the border in Tanzania. It is quite an experience to see Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in an early morning. The animal pictures arising against the dramatic backdrop of the mountain will thrill the photography enthusiast. Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds. You will also see buffalo, black rhino, zebra, wildebeest and other plain animals. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge / Tortilis camp/Amboseli Serena.
DAY 8
After breakfast, depart via the Shetani lava flow for Tsavo West National Park to arrive in time for lunch at Severin safari camp. At 1530 hrs, you proceed for an afternoon game drive within the park until dusk. At Tsavo West you will see elephants, crocodiles, vervet monkeys, antelope, baboons, giraffes, hippos and lions. The park is a marvel in terms of geo-physical character and plant diversity. Mzima Springs, the source of Mombasa’s water, is located here. These springs are recharged daily with hundreds of millions of litres of crystal clear water by underground streams emanating from Chyulu Hills. At Mzima, all sorts of animals gather for a drink particularly in the dry season. You may also be able to view hippo and crocodiles from the underwater glass tank. Dinner and overnight at Sarova Whitesands/Serena beach
DAY 8 TSAVO WEST / MOMBASA
0800 hrs –Check-out and commence drive to Mombasa with game drive en route. Enjoy lunch at your own expense. Arrive in the early afternoon in Mombasa and transfer to Sarova Whitesands/Serena beach Dinner and overnight at Sarova Whitesands/Serena beach
DAY 10 MOMBASA
Spend the days enjoying activities at the finest beach of Mombasa and leisurely pace of life at the Kenyan coast. The Sarova Whitesands is a dream hotel where the white sandy beach is lapped by the Indian Ocean, cool sea breezes and the equator sun giving a pleasant warm temperature all year round. The lodge is a tranquil haven and a dazzling paradise set alongside Kenya’s exotic Bamburi Beach a few kilometers from the bustling town and harbor of Mombasa and only 30 km from Moi International Airport.
DAY 11 MOMBASA - NAIROBI
After breakfast you will be free (depending on flight booking) to check out. You will be transferred to Mombasa Airport for flight back to Nairobi.
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