Tour Information
Day 1: London - Nairobi
Fly overnight from London to Nairobi with Virgin Atlantic.
Day 2: Nairobi
You will be met on arrival and transferred to the Sarova Stanley for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Masai Mara
This morning head for the world-famous Masai Mara (4 hour 30 min) arriving in time for a delicious lunch followed by the first of your game drives, so binoculars and cameras at the ready as you prepare to spot the 'Big Five'! Dinner at your camp at the foot of the Ngama Hills Overnight: Siana Springs Camp. (B/L/D)
Day 4: Masai Mara
There's more opportunity to get up close and personal to the wild inhabitants of the Masai Mara with both morning and afternoon game drives. The black rhino favours the bushland habitats of the Ngama Hills, so fingers crossed you'll see them! In between game drives, the kids can enjoy some of the many activities available at the Adventurer's Club, including bush treasure hunts and making plaster casts of paw prints from big cats. For a different perspective of life on the Masai Mara plains, why not pre-book a balloon safari? Prices from £299. Overnight: Siana Springs Camp. (B/L/D)
Day 5: Masai Mara
Make the most of your final day in the Masai Mara with the last of your morning and afternoon game drives. In the evening, gather round the campfire with new-found friends to swap tales of what you've seen and done over the last few days. Overnight: Siana Springs Camp. (B/L/D)
Day 6: Nairobi
After breakfast, return to Nairobi, for your return flight home or onward to your chosen beach resort. (B)
Virgin's View
The whole family will love this trip to one of the world's greatest and most famous wildlife reserves: the Masai Mara! This chance to see animals in their natural habitat is unmissable and will produce many treasured memories for everyone to share for years to come.
Features
Mombasa extension
For the perfect end to this family safari we recommend a stay at Siana Springs Camp’s sister hotel - the All Inclusive 4V Voyager Beach Resort where the kids can join in the fun at the Adventurers Club while mum and dad relax and enjoy the many sports and facilities available.
11 nights from £1,649
Extension prices are per adult based on departures 15 Apr - 31 May '10 and include a 4-night safari and 7 nights accommodation on All Inclusive basis, return flights from Nairobi to Mombasa and transfers to/from your hotel. See page 126 for full hotel details. Subject to flight schedules you may require an additional night in Nairobi on your way home.
Zanzibar extension
If you fancy exploring the beautiful island of Zanzibar we recommend the 4V Sultan Sands. Great for families, with a wide choice of facilities and water sports.
11 nights from £1,789
Extension prices are per adult based on departures 15 Apr - 31 May '10 and include a 4-night safari, plus 7 nights at the Sultan Sands, all flights with Kenya Airways, plus transfers to/from your hotel. See page 137 for full hotel details.
Highlights
l Range of cultural and family activities l 'Big Five' l Family Tents l Guided Bush Walks
Notes
Guaranteed window seat in a radio-equipped 4x4 vehicle exclusive for the family.
Departs Sat from the UK.
Please travel with soft-sided bags on safari. Excess luggage can be left in Nairobi(local charge).
Tour based on a min of 2 adults and 2 children (min age 2).