The Journey Begins!

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Meet your driver for a private transfer to the airport. Sit back and relax during this short, scenic flight from Nairobi to Masai Mara today. Approximate flight duration is 45 minutes.

Please note, strict luggage restrictions apply to this flight: 1) Maximum weight allowance of 32 lbs (15 kg) is permitted per person. 2) Baggage must be soft-shelled. 3) Additional baggage allowance can be arranged at additional cost, please speak to your Destination Expert for more information.

A representative from your lodge will pick you up and transfer you between your accommodations and the nearby airstrip. Your expert guide will meet you at your lodge for an afternoon game viewing  drive in and around the Masai Mara, today focusing on lions. Typically found in the savanna and grasslands, lions live on average between 10 and 14 years, and are unusually social compared to other cats. 

A pride of lions consists of related females, their offspring and a small number of adult males. Groups of female lions typically hunt together, while the highly distinctive male lion is easily recognized by its mane and large face; one of the most widely recognized animal symbols in human culture. 

Where you’ll be staying

• Hemingways Ol Seki Mara (or similar)
• Nina Tent (Package)

Early this morning head out on a rewarding game drive. Today, see if you can spot the elusive leopard. The smallest of the four "big cats," the leopard was once found across eastern and southern Asia and Africa, from Siberia to South Africa, but its range has decreased radically because of hunting and loss of habitat. It is now chiefly found in sub-Saharan  Africa. 

Compared to other members of the Felidae family, the leopard has relatively short legs and a long body with a large skull. It is similar in appearance to the jaguar, but is smaller and more slightly built. The species success in the wild is in part due to its opportunistic hunting behavior, its adaptability to various habitats, its ability to run at speeds approaching 36 miles per hour, its unequaled ability to climb trees even when carrying a heavy carcass, and its notorious ability for stealth. Ever elusive, these animals are one of the prized  sightings within the Masai Mara.

Head out in the afternoon on a game drive across the beautiful Masai Mara. As the sun descends and the plains begin to cool, wildlife emerges from the shelter of shade and becomes more active. See if you can spot a herd of elephants as they approach watering holes and rivers to cool down with a drink and mud bath. The largest living land animal on Earth,  elephants live – on average – between 50 to 70 years. African elephants  are the largest of their species, and with any luck, will be seen firsthand during your exploration of the Masai Mara.

Where you’ll be staying

• Hemingways Ol Seki Mara (or similar)
• Nina Tent (Package)

Experience the highlights of Mahé in one day on your full day tour to explore the  island. Stop for Souvenir shopping in Victoria, visit Morne Seychellois National Park, and admire the spectacular view from the historic ruins of Mission Lodge. Stop and learn more about the Tea Plantation on the slopes of Morne Blanc, visit quiet corners of south Mahé and time  permitting, stop at the craft village and admire craftsman at work at  the boats model workshop.

Where you’ll be staying

• Savoy Resort & Spa (or similar)
• Standard

Please Note: A Tourism Environmental Sustainability Levy of SR 100.00 ($7 USD) per person, per night is required to be paid on-site by all guests visiting  the Seychelles. This environmental sustainability levy cannot be prepaid  and must be paid directly at the hotel during check-out. (The Levy is not applicable to children 12 years of age and below.)

You will be met and transferred between the airport and your hotel by private vehicle, operated by an English speaking driver.

Enjoy a short flight from Mahé to Praslin.

Enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey between Praslin Airport and your hotel with our private transfer service.

At Coco de Mer & Black Parrot Suites, you’ll have everything you need to unwind and rejuvenate. Relax on the serene beaches or take a refreshing swim in the infinity pool while soaking in breathtaking ocean views. Stay active with a visit to the fully equipped gym, or treat yourself to a pampering experience at the tranquil spa. When hunger strikes, enjoy delicious meals at the resort’s restaurant, where local and international flavors come together to delight your taste buds.  Every moment spent here is designed to offer you the perfect combination of comfort, and relaxation.

Where you’ll be staying

• Coco de Mer & Black Parrot Suites (or similar)
• Standard

Your guide will pick you up in the morning where you will travel to the nearby airstrip for your return to Nairobi. Approximate flight duration is 3 hrs,15 minutes.

Please note, strict luggage restrictions apply to this flight: 1)  Maximum weight allowance of 32 lbs (15 kg) is permitted per person. 2) Baggage must be soft-shelled. 3) Additional baggage allowance can be arranged at additional cost, please speak to your Destination Expert for  more information.

When you arrive in Nairobi, you will have the opportunity to explore the local markets and shops so you can interact with the local vendors in search for the  perfect handicraft or souvenir for yourself or your loved ones. Your guide will let you know what time you will need to be prepared to depart for the airport. Traffic can get tricky so it is recommended to be prepared to arrive at the airport early!

When you are ready to depart your hotel for the airport, a private transfer between your hotel and the airport is provided. Your guide will help you navigate the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to ensure that you have stress free and timely departure. Remember to take plenty of pictures and share them with us!