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* For departures on 20th September, 4th October, 11th October and 25th October 2007 only
Price WAS £2859 per person
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* For departures on 29th November 2007 only
Price WAS £27499 per person
NOW £2549 per person
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The Plains of Africa
 For a once-in-a-lifetime safari adventure, there is no better place for scenic beauty and abundant wildlife than the African country of Kenya. Upon arriving in Nairobi, Kenya's cosmopolitan capital and the country's safari gateway, you will visit the farmhouse of Karen Blixen, author of "Out of Africa." During your 2-night stay in Amboseli National Park, you'll enjoy luxurious accommodations and two game drives. At your hotel in the Aberdare National Forest, located in the central highlands of Kenya, watch as animals come to drink at a watering hole located below your lodge. Your next stop is the world-famous Mt. Kenya Safari Club, former hunting lodge and retreat of William Holden, and your home for two nights. A full day excursion in the Sweetwaters Private Sanctuary provides the opportunity to see and observe chimps in an area similar to their natural living environment. Next, enjoy a leisurely drive to Subukia on the edge of the Great Rift Valley where you'll tour a delightful tea estate and enjoy lunch and fresh farm tea. An evening game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park is where you might see rhinos, leopards and flamingos. Finally, the highlight of this and every program in East Africa is the Masai Mara Game Reserve, with Kenya's richest concentration of lion, zebra, buffalo, giraffe, cheetah and more. Your two-night stay here includes a visit to a Masai village, two game drives, and a traditional bush dinner.
Day 1: Arrive London- Nairobi, Kenya - Tour Begins
Arrive in London this morning and continue your flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Relax for the evening at the luxurious Norfolk Hotel. Brimming with British colonial charm, you will revel in this hotel's rich history.
Day 2: Nairobi
Travel this morning to 'Karen', on the outskirts of Nairobi, where you will visit the farmhouse of Karen Blixen, author of the book "Out of Africa". Next, experience the local wildlife firsthand as you have an opportunity to feed the endangered Rothschild giraffes from a raised platform at the Rothschild Giraffe Sanctuary. Dine this evening at the famous Carnivore Restaurant.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 3: Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
This morning depart Nairobi for Amboseli National Park. Amboseli is famous for its open plains that are home to big game such as lions and elephants, and the breathtaking snow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro which dominates the landscape. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 4: Amboseli National Park
Enjoy a morning game drive followed by an elegant champagne breakfast at your hotel. With any luck you will see the "Big 5": lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino. An afternoon game drive provides another opportunity for sightings.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 5: Amboseli - Aberdare National Forest
Travel today through lush tea and coffee plantations to the Aberdares, a beautiful mountain range in the central highlands of Kenya, home to many buffalo, rhino, and elephant! Here you will enjoy a stay at the world-famous tree lodge, the Ark. Built on stilts deep in the heart of the forest, this lodge provides once-in-a-lifetime game viewing! Watch in awe from the deck or the underground bunker as the animals come to drink at a watering hole and salt lick located below the lodge.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 6: Aberdare National Forest - Shaba Reserve
The northern game parks of Kenya, known as Samburu and Shaba, are home to some of the most exotic game viewing in the country. As well as the Big 5, you may find such species as the Reticulated Giraffe and Grevy's Zebra in this area. Enjoy a game drive en route to our stunning riverside lodge where you can spend the evening relaxing and watching the local crocodiles.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 7: Shaba Reserve - Samburu Reserve - Shaba Reserve
Your search for the elusive Big 5 continues today as we journey to Samburu Reserve. The striking contrast of sky, sand and bush will leave you breathless as you travel the region. Keep your eye out for some of the spectacular local bird life…you may spot a Somali Ostrich, a Martial Eagle, or one of the other 365 species of birds known to Samburu. Tonight enjoy a special lecture by a local tribal warrior.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 8: Shaba Reserve - Nanyuki
Journey to the Equator and the town of Nanyuki. You will arrive at the world-famous Mt. Kenya Safari Club. Sprawling in the shadow of Mt. Kenya, this icon boasts a delightful history and beautiful grounds. The resort was once the private hunting lodge and retreat of movie star William Holden. Relax in the luxurious surroundings, lounge by the pool, enjoy afternoon tea in the Zebra Bar, or wander about the grounds. Your visit to the Equator would not be complete without experiencing the phenomenon known as the Corealis effect. Watch and discover why water spins different ways on different hemispheres.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 9: Nanyuki - Sweetwaters - Nanyuki
Today enjoy a full day excursion in the Sweetwater Private Sanctuary. Visit the Sweetwater Chimp Sanctuary, which was set up so that chimps could be taught to fend for themselves in an area similar to their natural living conditions. Priority is given to orphaned and abused chimps. Your afternoon includes a game drive in the sanctuary before returning to Mt. Kenya.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 10: Nanyuki - Lake Nakuru
After a leisurely breakfast you drive to Subukia, located on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, and take an entertaining tour of a delightful tea estate run by an engaging local entrepreneur. During your visit enjoy farm fresh tea and Turkana dances performed by tea-pickers. Next, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park and enjoy an evening game drive through this park, renowned for black & white rhino, leopard, and spectacular birdlife including thousands of flamingos.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 11: Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara
This morning travel to the Masai Mara Game Reserve. The Masai Mara is an extension of the great Serengeti Plain and is generally thought to be the most magnificent game viewing spot in all of Kenya. Here you may see lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and other wildlife as they exist in their natural habitat. An afternoon game drive is included. Your bush experience is truly complete as you relax this evening in your luxurious tented camp. Your tent will provide all the deluxe amenities of a lodge, complete with the adventure of the wild!!
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 12: Masai Mara
Experience the magic of the Masai Mara with a full day of activities. An optional hot air balloon ride over the plains is available this morning. Today both a morning and afternoon game drive are included. Enjoy a nature walk guided by a local Masai warrior and a visit to a local Masai Village. This evening you will be treated to a traditional bush dinner featuring a Masai traditional dance performance.
Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.
Day 13: Masai Mara - Nairobi - Tour Ends
Journey back to Nairobi this morning. Enjoy a fantastic farewell dinner this evening at one of Nairobi's top rated restaurants. Your tour ends this evening.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Rates Per Person
Air rates are based from the following airport: London
Regional UK departures available as follows:
| Manchester |
£90 per person |
| Glasgow & Newcastle |
£110 per person |
| Aberdeen & Edinburgh |
£120 per person |
| Belfast |
£190 per person |
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| May 17 2007 |
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| Aug 09 2007 |
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| Nov 08 2007 |
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Prices are based on double occupancy and include fuel surcharges and internal flights, these rates are subject to change. Please call our FREEPHONE reservations number 0808 1089 100 for more details and for triple or child occupancy rates.
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