Birds' Eye View Of Kenya

 

This six-night safari includes accommodation at a super camp in Samburu, Ashnil Samburu Camp. Experience wonderful hospitality here, together with great game viewing experiences and good food. The second camp is very well known and offers a classic safari adventure for discerning travellers.

First stop is Samburu. This area is home to some of the most unique wildlife in Kenya and an extensive array of birds. Deep in this animal wilderness lie 24 deluxe tents spread out along the shady banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River under a thick stand of doum palms and acacia trees that are a feature of the area. There is a lovely pool which is a welcome place to cool off. By day there are guided walks. To relax there is a massage tent, and sundowners offered at night.

Next stop is the Keekorok Lodge.

Keekorok Lodge was the first lodge built in the Masai Mara and is in a prime position to enjoy the wildebeest migration. A hippo pool in the grounds provides hours of entertainment.

3 nights Samburu (Ashnil Samburu Camp)
3 nights Masai Mara (Keekorok Lodge)

DAY 1 DAILY - HEATHROW-NAIROBI
Fly from Heathrow to Nairobi on overnight flight.

DAY 2 - SAMBURU
On arrival transfer to Wilson airport for your flight by light aircraft to Samburu National Reserve (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes) and transfer to Ashnil Samburu Camp. After lunch at the camp enjoy a late afternoon game drive. Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp. (l,d)

DAY 3 - SAMBURU
Early morning and late afternoon game drives enable you to see wildlife unique to this arid, yet beautiful part of Kenya. Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp. (b,l,d)

DAY 4 - SAMBURU
Early morning and late afternoon game drives. The Samburu region is the best place to find several endemic northern species, including gerenuk, the reticulated giraffe, and grevy's zebra. The forests along the river banks are home to many birds, including local species such as the palm nut vulture and the vinaceous dove. These forests are also home to leopards, often seen at dusk. The sight of one of these beautiful and elusive creatures is always a rare treat. Lions are also frequently seen on the riverbanks, and cheetahs can be found on the open plains. Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp. (b,l,d)

DAY 5 - MASAI MARA
Fly by light aircraft to Masai Mara Game Reserve (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes) and transfer to Keekorok Lodge. Enjoy a late afternoon game drive in the reserve which is the northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem. Overnight: Keekorok Lodge. (b,l,d)

DAY 6 - MASAI MARA
Take an early morning balloon safari over the Mara followed by a 'bubbly' bush breakfast (optional extra) or a game drive followed by breakfast at camp. The rest of the morning is at leisure. After lunch enjoy a late afternoon game drive. Overnight: Keekorok Lodge. (b,l,d)

DAY 7 - MASAI MARA
Early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the camp. The rest of the morning is at leisure. After lunch enjoy a late afternoon game drive. The Masai Mara Game Reserve is widely considered to be Africa's greatest wildlife reserve. The Mara is home to a breathtaking array of life. The vast grassland plains are scattered with herds of zebras, giraffes, gazelles and topis. The acacia forests are full of birds and monkeys. Overnight: Keekorok Lodge. (b,l,d)

DAY 8 - EXTENSION OR HEATHROW
Light aircraft flight back to Nairobi. Proceed with your chosen beach extension or return to Heathrow.

Option to fly from the Mara to Mombasa on day 8 (includes lunch in the Mara) - prices on request.

Light aircraft baggage allowance - 15 kg.