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The Journey Begins!
Day 1 - Get In and Get Some Rest!
Upon arrival you will be warmly welcomed by one of our representatives who will be holding a sign with your name on it. Accompanied by our representative, you will be guided through immigration, baggage collection, and customs. This dedicated concierge service is designed to handle all airport formalities, ensuring that you can enjoy a truly stress-free airport experience.
The representative will also facilitate the visa process for you. After completing the visa process, you will continue to the baggage claim hall and passenger pick up. Here you will be met by your driver for a private transfer to your hotel.
After arriving at your hotel, you will have the option to visit local shop and restaurants or relax at your hotel.
What's nearby
- University of Nairobi - 1 min walk
- City Market - 9 min walk
- Nairobi National Museum - 10 min walk
- Uhuru Park - 16 min walk
- City Square - 18 min walk
Where you’ll be staying
- Fairmont Norfolk Hotel (or similar)
- Standard Room
Day 2 - Venture into the Outdoors
Meet your safari guide this morning and set out on a game drive in Nairobi National Park. Kenya's oldest national park located just outside the city center is home to healthy populations of White and Black Rhino, Giraffe, Cheetah, Lion and Buffalo. During the morning hours, many animals are just beginning their daily activities and this provides for outstanding viewing and photography opportunities.
The David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage is a world renowned rescue and rehabilitation initiative primarily focused on the well-being of elephants and rhino’s. Since 1977, the Orphan’s Project has assisted in the recovery and reintegration of more than 150 elephants, returning them to the wild herds of Tsavo. Today, stop in for a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, found at the Nairobi Game Park Headquarters. Arriving in time to participate the morning feeding, which takes place between 11am and 12pm, you will have the chance to meet the elephants as well as other endangered animals like the black rhino. This shared visit does not require the fostering of an elephant, however, if you are interested in contributing to the orphanages efforts, please visit https://www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org/asp/fostering.asp to learn more.
Make the trip to the Giraffe Center to learn about the world’s tallest terrestrial animal and to see these wonderful creatures up close and, if you so choose, to feed them by hand! After the Giraffe Center, visit the Karen Blixen Museum – a home once lived in by Karen – and made famous in the film “Out of Africa” featuring Meryl Streep and Robert Redford (consider watching the movie before setting out on your trip). After exploring this landmark, head to Kazuri Beads. An all-woman craft workshop renowned for making handmade ceramic jewelry and pottery, Kazuri – which means “small and beautiful” in Swahili – is a co-operative enterprise founded decades ago by an English woman who wanted to help single mothers become self-supporting. The clay beads, jewelry and pottery are as amazing as the story of its people, making Kazuri Beads the perfect place to round out your day in Nairobi.
A truly unique safari experience awaits you at Nairobi National Park. Set close to the city limits, this wildlife reserve offers you an opportunity to get close to African wildlife while enjoying the backdrop of Nairobi’s skyline in the distance. With your private guide by your side and traverse the wide-open grass plains of the reserve in search of game sightings. The resident species include giraffe, black rhino, lion, leopard, buffalo, cheetah, and hyena.
Where you’ll be staying
- Fairmont Norfolk Hotel (or similar)
- Standard Room
Day 3 - Feel Alive with the Big Five
Board a flight in Nairobi with direct service to Nanyuki Town. Approximate flight duration is 55 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 the lodge and airstrip.
Head out to view the wildlife of Ol Pejeta Conservancy on an action-packed game drive. Whether you set out early in the morning or late afternoon, an informative guide will take you in an open vehicle across the plains, through the bush, or along the river bank viewing the wide variety of game, birds, plants and trees. Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a true Big 5 destination with access to the Mugie Rhino sanctuary, where sightings of leopards, lions, and wild dogs are quite common. Fishing can also be arranged in the river and dams year round. Equipment, both modern and traditional, can be supplied together with drinks and a picnic.
What's nearby
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy - 1 min walk
- Nanyuki Park - 33 min drive
- Nanyuki Show Ground - 34 min drive
- Nanyuki Sports Club - 34 min drive
- Mount Kenya National Park - 66 min drive
Where you’ll be staying
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp (or similar)
- Tented Room (Package)
Day 4 - Elusive Creatures
As the sun begins to rise over the conservancy you will head out for another eventful day on safari with your guide. Loisaba sits on a vital Elephant Corridor connecting the famous Laikipia Plateau and plays a key role in supporting one of Kenya's largest and most stable lion populations. Watch carefully for signs and indications of wildlife as you search for lion, elephants and more this morning.
After a successful drive you will return to camp to recharge before your next safari in the late afternoon. Loisaba offers a variety of experiences in addition to game drives which can be arranged during your stay.
Where you’ll be staying
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp (or similar)
- Tented Room (Package)
Day 5 - Under African Skies
Loisaba is immense: bigger than ten of the world's fully-fledged nations. One could spend months exploring this land and never encounter the same view twice. In all likelihood, you will not bump into anyone else while exploring the regions extraordinary natural wonders – spectacular mammals, a kaleidoscopic variety of birds, both endemic and migratory. In other words, Loisaba is ideal for intrepid adventurers. Enjoy complete freedom and choose how you spend your time; trek through the bush with camels, mountain bike down the escarpment, horseback-ride or drive through the wild canyons of the two great rivers that span the vast property. At Loisaba Conservancy, the choice is yours!
Poised on a rocky kopje, the Loisaba Star Beds command sweeping views over a rolling valley and a permanent waterhole, frequented by resident wildlife. Handcrafted four-post wooden beds sit on raised wooden platforms jutting out from a thatched-roof accommodation and are rolled out each night for guests to enjoy the most memorable sleep under the endless African sky. Rustically designed to complement the surrounding environment, each star bed is individually built in harmony with the natural rocky features, incorporating a sitting area, and open plan bathroom with a view.
Sip on refreshing drinks by the log fire in the Star Beds lounge, sharing tales of the African bush and enjoy adelicious shared dinner before retiring for the night. A truly authentic, intimate and unforgettable experience, a night spent under the stars at Loisaba Star Beds is highly recommended.
Where you’ll be staying
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp (or similar)
- Tented Room (Package)
Day 6 - Nunyuki to Masai Mara
A representative from your lodge will pick you up and transfer you between the lodge and airstrip.
Enjoy a short flight from Lapiki with service to the Masai Mara, Kenya. 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
- Kibo Safari Camp (or similar)
- Tent (Package)
Day 7 - Close Encounters
Today you will set out on an early morning game drive with your expert guide. The Masai Mara is home to a diverse range of animals. The park is home to the Big Five (Lion, Rhino, Elephant, Buffalo and Leopard) and numerous other species including Thomson's and Grant's Gazelles, Impalas, Topics, Hartebeest, Zebra and Masai Giraffe. It's also home to over 450 species of birdlife; among them are vultures, marabou storks, secretary birds, hornbills, crowned cranes, ostriches, long-crested eagles and African pygmy-falcons.
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
- Kibo Safari Camp (or similar)
- Tent (Package)
Day 8 - The Mane Attraction
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.
This afternoon, head out on an exciting game drive with your guide, keeping your eyes peeled for giraffes. Giraffes usually inhabit savannas, grasslands, and open woodlands. They prefer areas with plenty of acacia trees, an important food source, and can browse at heights that most other herbivores cannot reach. While adults are nearly invulnerable to predation, lions, leopards, spotted hyenas and wild dogs prey on baby calves. Giraffes commonly gather together to eat or socialize for a few hours and then roam off to graze separately. Males establish social hierarchies through "neckings," which are combat bouts where the neck is used as a weapon. Based on these displays, dominant males gain mating rights to females, who then bear the sole responsibility for raising their young.
Where you’ll be staying
- Kibo Safari Camp (or similar)
- Tent (Package)
Day 9 - Until Next Time…
Your guide will pick you up in the morning where you will travel to the nearby airstrip for your return to Nairobi. This short domestic flight departs from Masai Mara and arrives at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kenya. 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.
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!
Fairmont Norfolk Hotel(Days 1 - 2)
Fairmont Norfolk Hotel
The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel is situated in the center of the bustling city of Nairobi and has grown over time with the city. Surrounded by private tropical gardens, the 170 guest rooms and suites are comfortable with all the necessities of home. Dining is offered at a number of on-site restaurants, and the breakfast buffet is especially delightful.
Spend some time getting to know the city then escape to the tranquility of the hotel. At your pleasure, enjoy the wonderful swimming pool facilities, the health club, and the relaxing spa.
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Sweetwaters Serena Camp (Days 3 - 5)
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Loisaba Lodo Springs is an extraordinary sanctuary, offering an exclusive and deeply private luxury safari experience within the vast 57,000-acre expanse of Loisaba Conservancy in the heart of Kenya. The lodge presents breathtaking panoramas that stretch to the majestic Mount Kenya, and the conservancy serves as a crucial elephant corridor, connecting the renowned Laikipia Plateau and playing a vital role in safeguarding one of Kenya's most extensive and secure lion populations. Featuring an intimate offering of just 8 luxuriously spacious en-suite tented rooms, each meticulously designed, these accommodations welcome you with grand floor-to-ceiling doors seamlessly blending the outdoor beauty with sophisticated interiors adorned with vintage furnishings, exuding an air of refined elegance.
Embark on a culinary journey on-site with gastronomic delights drawing inspiration from both local and international flavors, creating a diverse and exquisitely tantalizing dining experience. Relax with a leisurely sundowner in the inviting outdoor lounge or bask in the awe-inspiring vistas from the stunning infinity pool. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Kenyan landscape and witness the unique wildlife conservation efforts of Loisaba Conservancy at Loisaba Lodo Springs. It stands as an unparalleled blend of opulence and untamed natural beauty in the heart of Kenya.
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Kibo Safari Camp (Days 6 - 8)
Kibo Safari Camp
Kibo Safari Camp is a luxury tented camp picturesquely set within the Amboseli National Park Reserve in Kenya overlooking majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. It is less than 2km from the KWS Amboseli National Park Kimana Gate. The Camp is beautifully landscaped, incorporating an open terraced restaurant and bar under acacia trees, with a swimming pool.
Thatched roofs offer a cooling shade and private verandas with safari chairs offer the perfect place to while away an afternoon. The two mess tents are cool and breezy and offer dining areas with impressive views of the wildlife at the salt lick on the opposite bank.
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