Cheetah Safari - Ashnil

 

This 7-night safari includes accommodation in the Masai Mara at the magnificent new Ashnil Mara Camp. It offers wonderful hospitality together with great game viewing experiences and good food.

Samburu is home to some of the most unique wildlife in Kenya and a host of birds. Deep in this animal wilderness lie the 24 deluxe tents of Ashnil Samburu Camp, 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. The lovely swimming pool is a welcome place to cool off after, perhaps, a guided walk. To relax, there is a massage tent and refreshing sundowners are offered at night.

Next stop is Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru where thousands of pink flamingoes tint the horizon. Around the lake a game reserve has been created where the endangered black rhino is protected and may be seen along with antelope, giraffes, lions and hyenas.

Finally, the magnificent Masai Mara, famed for its vast numbers of plains game and the spectacular big cats. Here you stay in the newest addition to the Masai Mara, the luxury Ashnil Mara Camp.

Please note this safari is valid until 31 October 2010 departure.

For departures after this please click here.

1 night Nairobi (Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi)
2 nights Samburu (Ashnil Samburu Camp)
1 night Aberdares (Treetops)
1 night Lake Naivasha (Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge)
2 nights Masai Mara (Ashnil Mara Camp)

DAY 1 FRIDAY OR SUNDAY - HEATHROW-NAIROBI
Fly from Heathrow overnight to Nairobi.

DAY 2 SATURDAY OR MONDAY - NAIROBI
On arrival transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure or choose from a selection of optional excursions (book and pay locally). Overnight: Southern Sun Mayfair Nairobi.

DAY 3 SUNDAY OR TUESDAY - SAMBURU
Drive north across the equator to the Samburu National Reserve (360 km) and check in to your lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp. (b,l,d)

DAY 4 MONDAY OR WEDNESDAY - SAMBURU
Morning and late afternoon game drives in this open savannah which is traversed by the Ewaso Nyiro River. The river is populated by hippos and crocodiles, whilst the park is home to a host of animals including several species which are rarely seen in numbers elsewhere including Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffes and long-necked gerenuks. Overnight: Ashnil Samburu Camp. (b,l,d)

DAY 5 TUESDAY OR THURSDAY - ABERDARES
Drive south into the Aberdare National Park (220 km) and take lunch at the Outspan Hotel. Transfer to Treetops (please limit your luggage to an overnight bag - the remainder can be stored at Outspan. Bathroom facilities are shared). Overnight: Treetops. (b,l,d)

DAY 6 WEDNESDAY OR FRIDAY - LAKE NAIVASHA
An early morning transfer to Outspan Hotel for breakfast and to collect your luggage. Descend into the Great Rift Valley and continue on to Lake Lake Nakuru for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive. Later continue to Lake Naivasha. Overnight: Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge. (b,l,d)

DAY 7 THURSDAY OR SATURDAY - MASAI MARA
Drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve (320 km). An afternoon game drive. Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp. (b,l,d)

DAY 8 FRIDAY OR SUNDAY - MASAI MARA
Enjoy an early morning balloon flight over the Mara, followed by a 'bubbly' bush breakfast (optional extra), or an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. Relax by the pool overlooking the endless panorama stretched out before you. Afternoon game drive. Overnight: Ashnil Mara Camp. (b,l,d)

DAY 9 SATURDAY OR MONDAY - EXTENSION OR HEATHROW
After breakfast, return to Nairobi (300 km), proceed with your chosen beach extension or return to Heathrow. (b)

Option to fly from the Mara to Nairobi on day 9 or from the Mara to Mombasa (includes lunch in the Mara) - prices on request.

Treetops and Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge are 4 Sun lodges.

Light aircraft baggage allowance - 15 kg.

Children aged 7 and below are not permitted on this safari.