A Kenyan Odyssey To The Mombasa Coast
7 Nights / 8 Days Safari
Nairobi - Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru - Amboseli - Tsavo West - Tsavo East - Mombasa
Starting in Nairobi and ending on the shores of the delightful Indian Ocean, this is a comprehensive safari that visits four extremely diverse wilderness areas. From the lakes of the Great Rift Valley and open plains of the Mara to the undulating hills of Tsavo, this is a great start to a safari and beach holiday.
Tour in brief:
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Nairobi Upon arrival into Nairobi, you will be met and transferred to The Sarova Stanley hotel. Afternoon at leisure.Overnight at The Sarova Stanley hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
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Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve Leaving Nairobi mid morning, you'll travel towards Kenya's fertile highlands and head down the Rift Escarpment on a road built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. Look for the charming chapel they built at the foot of the escarpment. You'll pass the impressive Longonot earth satellite station as you head across the Valley to Narok, and then travel across acres of wheat and barley, before you reach the Masai Mara in time for lunch. Following lunch and a siesta, there is an afternoon game drive returning to the lodge as the sun sets. Overnight at Keekorok Lodge on a full board basis
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Masai Mara National Reserve Early morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight at Keekorok Lodge on a full board basis
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Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru Leaving the Masai Mara after breakfast, you'll 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 Mau Escarpment, before arriving at Lake Nakuru lodge for lunch. The waters here are often coloured shimmering flamingo pink, from thousands of the beautiful birds lining its shores. After lunch you will take an afternoon game drive in Nakuru National park before continuing to Lake Nakuru lodge for overnight. Overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge on a full board basis.
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Lake Nakuru - Amboseli National Park After an early breakfast you will depart with a picnic lunch, leaving Lake Nakuru behind, you continue towards Nairobi and then head south towards Amboseli. There will be an afternoon Game drive in the park returning to the lodge as the sun sets. Overnight at Ol Tukai Lodge on a full board basis
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Amboseli National Park – Tsavo West National Park – Taita Hills Game Reserve An early departure after breakfast takes you east, across the spectacular Shetani lava flow, reminder of the molten outpouring that spilled down the scenic slopes of the nearby Chyulu Hills over the last three centuries. A zig zagging road through scrub thorn and acacia leads you into Tsavo National Park, which together (East and West) form the largest of Kenya’s parks. Spotting game as you go, especially gerenuk, Lunch at Kilaguni Lodge, after lunch there will be a game drive in the park and a visit to Mzima Springs with its underwater viewing holes and arrive at your lodge as the sun sets. Overnight at Saltlick Lodge on a full board basis
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Taita Hills – Tsavo East After breakfast enjoy a morning game drive in Taita Hills Game Sanctuary, returning to the lodge for lunch before continuing your journey to Tsavo East National Park with game drive enroute arriving at your lodge as the sun sets. Overnight at Aruba Lodge on a full board basis
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Tsavo East – Mombasa After breakfast enjoy a morning game drive returning to the lodge for lunch before continuing your journey to Mombasa, aiming to reach your beach hotel late afternoon. End of itinerary
Prce includes:
International flights with Virgin Atlantic. Meet & greet services, meals, transfers and accommodation as per itinerary description.
Price based on two people travelling together.
All transport and game drives on road safaris will be in a 4x4 vehicle (with seven window seats) with an English speaking driver guide on a shared basis. Transport in Mombasa will be based on shared safari minibus or coach transfer. This tour starts from Nairobi on Sundays and Wednesdays
Safari vehicle luggage space is limited, please pack sparingly. A strict baggage allowance of 15 kilos per person, including hand luggage, is appreciated. The carriage of excess baggage is not guaranteed
Child prices
One child under 2 years stays for free when sharing with 2 paying adults
One child aged 2 - 11 years sharing with 2 adults pays 50% of the safari cost
Health
Please check with your health professional regarding the latest health requirements for travel to Kenya and Tanzania.
Please check with your health professional regarding the latest health requirements for travel to Kenya and Tanzania.
FOR YOUR TAYLOR-MADE TANZANIA / KENYA SAFARI EXPERIENCE PLEASE CONTACT OUR DEDICATED AFRICA RESERVATIONS DEPARTMENT.
Passenger information:
• Passengers should bring only soft sided bags on safaris.
• All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them for internal flights.
• Baggage on internal flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.
• This is a seat in bus programme and may form part of other programmes, other clients may therefore be joining or departing the safari at any time.
Price excludes:
• Visas and domestic flight Mombasa - Nairobi
• International Airport taxes (clients pay direct)
• Driver-guide gratuities
• Drinks, dining rooms tips, porterage
• Personal travel, baggage and medical insurance
• Telephone bill, laundry and any items of a personal nature.