Tour Information
Day 1: London - Nairobi
Fly overnight flight from Heathrow to Nairobi with Virgin Atlantic.
Day 2: Nairobi
You will be met on arrival at Nairobi airport and transferred to the Jacaranda Hotel for one night.
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast travel to the Masai Mara (4 hours). Lunch is followed by an afternoon game drive, with plenty of opportunity to spot the 'Big Five' and other species in this world-famous game reserve. Your base for the next 2 nights is set in the Oloolaimutia Valley, surrounded by a wealth of wildlife, bird life and natural flora. Overnight: Mara Sopa Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 4: Masai Mara National Reserve
Both an early morning and an evening game drive are on the agenda today - ideal times to spot bush inhabitants in abundance. The surrounding Ngama Hills are one of the best places to spot the Mara's 20 or so black rhino, so keep your eyes peeled! Balloon safaris offer another way to get to grips with your surrounds (prices start from £299 per person, please call for details.) Overnight: Mara Sopa Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 5: Lake Naivasha
Leave the Masai Mara today for the drive to Lake Naivasha. Lunch is followed by a boat trip on the lake (subject to water levels). This beautiful lake, surrounded by the yellow-barked Acacia tree, is world-renowned as a birding destination, so cast your eyes skywards in between spotting giraffe, monkey, hippo and buffalo on its shores. Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 6: Amboseli National Park
After a good nights' sleep, continue to Amboseli, stopping for lunch en route at Nairobi's famous Carnivore Restaurant. Arrive at Amboseli late afternoon, enjoying a short game drive en route. Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 7: Amboseli National Park
In the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is famous for its big game and scenic beauty - both of which you'll have ample opportunity to enjoy on early morning and evening game drives. At night, relax round the campfire during the warmer months, before tucking into a hearty meal prepared for you by the camp chefs. Overnight: Amboseli Sopa Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 8: Tsavo East National Park
Leave Amboseli and drive via Emali towards Tsavo East. Lunch is followed by an afternoon game drive in Tsavo East to spot the local inhabitants at rest and play, including lion, leopard, cheetah, antelope, hyena and elephant. Afterwards, relax back at the lodge. Overnight: Ngutuni Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 9: Mombasa - London
Depart Tsavo for Mombasa arriving around lunch time (B)
From here you can either take a flight back home via Nairobi or extend your stay at one of the many beach resorts in Mombasa.
Virgin's View
Experience myriad delights of Kenya's game reserves with ample opportunity to spot the 'Big 5' before relaxing at one of Mombasa's beach hotels on this fantastic 7-night safari.
Features
Mombasa Extension
For the perfect end, we recommend a stay at the 4V Sarova Whitesands Beach Hotel & Spa on beautiful Bamburi beach on the North Coast.
14 nights from £1,915
Prices are per person based on departures 15 Apr - 31 May '10. See page 125 for full hotel details. Price includes 7 night’s accommodation on HB basis, return flight to Nairobi and transfers to the airport post extension.
Highlights
l 'Big Five' l Views of Mount Kilimanjaro l Boat Trips l Mombasa's South Coast l Optional Balloon Safaris
Notes
- Guaranteed window seat in a radio-equipped 4x4 safari vehicle.
- Safari departs on Sundays from the UK.
- Please travel with soft-sided bags on safari.
- Min child age 8 years unless having exclusive use of vehicle.
- Excess luggage can be couriered from Nairobi to Mombasa at a cost of approx $30.