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Kenya Safaris and Cultural Tours

Introduction
What is a Safari?
It's an expedition involving wildlife observation and tracking, travels as a life experience, a journey of discovery or a pilgrimage. Safari in Kiswahili, the language of East Africa, simply means a journey. Today, safari is synonymous in English with a wildlife viewing adventure in Africa

Kenya is among the best places in the world where you can still experience the joy of viewing vast herds of wildlife in their natural setting. The best way to see the wonders of Africa is by going on a safari - a byword for romance and adventure. Kenya is a jewel of vast wildlife, pristine beaches, souring mountain peaks and diverse culture. It offers perfect destinations for dream adventure, relaxation, culture, sport and wild discovery safari. So, if you have a dream of a tropical beach holiday or wildlife safari expedition, this is a Kenya offers perfect destinations for dream adventure, relaxation, culture, sport, beach holiday and wildlife discovery safari. Indeed, Kenya has always been the ultimate destination for adventure. And what is more? Kenya is home to the rare and greatest spectacle on earth - the Great Migration which involves 2.5 million wildebeests on move in summer, on the rolling plains of famous Massai Mara National Game Reserve. The American media named the migration, the 7th Wonder of the World. The magic spirit of the safari expedition is to find yourself relaxing by campfire, watching the sunset turn the sky to gold as distant roar of a lion brings the days to a perfect end! You can also choose to combine different safaris, or even with our volunteer experience. This is a wonderful cultural tour opportunity open to everyone.

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Terms and Conditions
1. Rates
The rates are based on tariffs and other costs prevailing at a given time and are subject to change.
2. Transportation
Mini-buses, land-rovers, coaches or trucks will be provided according to the route, and the number of participants, and the services of professional driver/guide.
3. Accomodation
The standard accommodation is a twin room/tent being shared by two people. Others are lodges and hotels.
4. Alteration of Tours
The safari route may be altered due to unavoidable circumstances.
5. Liability
The traveler should be conscious to avoid any activity or move that may result to injury, delay, loss or damage during the tour. All expeditions involve an element of personal risk and can be of a hazardous nature.
6. Climbing Equipments
Gear for mountain climbing is not included in the tour cost but can be hired at Nanyuki, Naro Moru or Chogoria stations near Mt. Kenya.
7. Caution
All participants are advised to take an insurance policy to cover personal accident and medical expenses.

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Who can Participate?
Anyone and everyone can participate, alone, couples, groups or family including children. And you can easily combine various destinations and packages during the entire safari period.

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Where To Stay
Kenya has both the Wild lodges, Guest houses, Tented camps, Beach resorts, Hostels, Small hotels, Backpacker’s lodges and Village homestays for good accommodation.

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Cost
The cost for Camping safari is US$ 100 per day per person. The Beach Holiday safari depends on hotels, hostels, lodgings or homestays choice, the season and places of visit. Inquire for more details.
Costs Include
- transport by safari vehicles;
- all game parks or national parks entry fees;
- all campsite fees;
- all camping equipment;
- use of our two person tents;
- stools;
- foam mattresses;
- three meals per day whilst on safari, prepared by our cook;
-  Driver guide services;
Costs Excludes
Extras at the lodges – drinks, telephone, laundry or any other personal expenses. A group is always given a discount.

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What you need to bring
• Personal spending money;
• Sleeping bag (but you can hire locally at US$ 20).
• Torch
• Insect repellent jelly
• One set of warm clothes and enough clothes for the hot days;
• Films for the duration of the safari
• Sun – tan cream for beach safari

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Safari Destinations

1. Maasai Mara National Reserve
2. Amboseli National Park
3. Nakuru National Park
4. Samburu, Shaba Game Reserve And Bufallo Springs
5. Longonot National Park
6. Sweetwaters Game Reserve
7. Maasai Mara/Nakuru/Samburu/ Amboseli/Tsavo West/Tsavo East
8. Mt. Kenya Ice-Climbing
9. Aberdare National Park
10. Beach Holidays

1. Maasai Mara National Reserve
This is one of the best reserves to see the wildlife in East Africa and probably in Africa. It covers approximately 1510 sq. kms.. All the "Big Five" (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo) are present here. The famous mass migration of nearly 2.5 millions of wildebeest and zebras from Serengeti to Maasai Mara from July to September is the main highlight and one of the biggest shows in the world.

3 Days Maasai Mara Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara 09:30hrs: Depart from our Nairobi office for a journey south along the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Lunch at Narok and then climb the western wall entering Hemingways country, "Serengeti Plains". Arrive late afternoon in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Check in at the camp or lodge. Early evening game drive returning to the camp/lodge for dinner and overnight. Day 2: Maasai Mara A full day spent game viewing across the rich, tree studded grassland and rolling hills. The famous Mara is renowned for its great herd of plain's game, black maned lion, leopard and cheetah. It also has numerous elephants and virtually every type of wildlife to be found in Kenya. All meals and overnight at the camp-site/lodge. Day 3: Maasai Mara to Nairobi After breakfast, proceed for a game drive then depart for Nairobi with lunch en-route, arriving in the late afternoon.

Package Cost: CAMPING US$ 300 / person; Extra day: US$ 100 / person; Groups of 4 persons or more: US$ 200; Save US$ 10; LODGE US$ 540 / person; Extra day: US$ 180 / person; Groups of 4 persons or more: US$ 520; Save US$ 20; MOBILE LUXURY CAMPING US$ 300 / person; Extra day: US$ 100 / person; Groups of 4 persons or more: US$ 290; Save US$ 10;

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2. Amboseli National Park
This is famous for its big herd of elephants with the largest tusks in Kenya behind the park is the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. This is a photographer's paradise.

3 Days Amboseli
Day 1: Nairobi/Amboseli
09:30hrs: Leave Nairobi and drive South through Maasai country via Namanga on the Kenya - Tanzania border and on to Amboseli (picnic lunch served en-route). On arrival, settle in the camp/lodge and time permitting proceed for a short game drive which provides a chance to see rhino, lion, giraffe, elephant and many other animals with Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak providing a beautiful back drop. Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge.
Day 2: Amboseli
06:30hrs: Proceed for an early morning pre-breakfast game drive. Return to the camp/lodge for breakfast. After breakfast proceed for a further game drive or to a camp/lodge for swimming or shower. Lunch at camp/lodge.
15:30hrs: Proceed for a late afternoon game drive returning to camp/lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Amboseli/Nairobi
After breakfast leave camp/lodge for the last game drive, then depart Amboseli National Park for Nairobi. Lunch is served en-route. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon.
Package Cost:
CAMPING
US$ 300 / person;
Extra day: US$ 70 / person;
Groups of 4 persons or more: US$ 200; Save US$ 10;
LODGE
US$ 540 / person;
Extra day: US$ 180 / person;
Groups of 4 persons or more: US$ 520; Save US$ 20;
MOBILE LUXURY CAMPING
US$ 300 / person;
Extra day: US$ 100 / person;
Groups of 4 persons or more: US$ 290; Save US$ 10;

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3. Nakuru National Park
This small but unique National Park is the home of the flamingos and other birds. It is known as "Ornithological Paradise". It is home of the black and white rhino. The rare Rothschild giraffe is found in this park.

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CAMPING

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5. Longonot National Park
Hill climbers and view seekers should not miss the opportunity of climbing to the rim of Longonot (2886 m) in the Rift Valley, a fairly young, dormant volcano that retains the typical shape of these mountains, although it's far from being a perfect conical shape.
Depart Nairobi early in the morning. Stop at the Rift Valley View point to see the wonders that makes it be called "The Great Rift Valley." View the Loita Plains and then proceed to Mt. Longonot for a walk and then continue to Lake Naivasha which is a fresh water lake and the lowest lake in the Rift Valley. You will have lunch at a convenient point or time. (Time permiting, one can have a boat trip to the Cresent Islands which is not included in the price thus, this is an optional arrangement).
Package Cost:
Minimum 4 pax
US$ 55 / person;

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6. Sweetwaters Game Reserve
This reserve encompasses a 9000 hectare area and is owned by the Lonrho Group. The reserve contains all of the "Big Five" (black rhino is bred here). As well it is a Chimp Sanctuary.
0800: Drive North past pineapple, coffee and banana plantations to one of the biggest open air markets in East Africa _ Karatina. Have a brief stop-over then proceed to Sweet Waters Game Reserve and chimpanzee sanctuary in time for lunch. After lunch, go game viewing and visit the one square-kilometre sanctuary that is the home to 26 orphaned chimps varying in age from 02-15 years. Most of these chimps came from the Jane Goodall Institute in Burundi where many were placed after being rescued from a miserable existence. Return to Nairobi in the late evening.
Package Cost:
US$ 190 / person;
Others Details:
Minimum 2 pax.

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8. Mt. Kenya Ice-Climbing
Africa's second-highest mountain at 5199 m, its gleaming and eroded snow covered peaks can be seen for miles until late-morning clouds obscure the view. Its lower slopes are intensively cultivated by the Kikuyu and the closely related Embu and Meru people as well as the descendants of white settlers.
Package Intro:
Naro Moru Route
Day 1: Nairobi to Naro Moru
Leave Nairobi for Naro Moru town for lunch. After lunch, drive to the Youth Hostel for the rest of the day and night acclimatizing.
Day 2: Naro Moru to Met Station
After breakfast, leave the Youth Hostel and drive to the main gate. Taking a picnic lunch, start ascending the mountain through the rain forest for ten kilometres to the Met station for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Met Station to Mackinders Hut
After breakfast, continue ascending to Mackinders camp for dinner and overnight, lunch en-route.
Day 4: Mackinders Hut to Met Station
Wake up very early in the morning around 2:30am and attempt Point Lenana via Austrian Hut. After Point Lenana (17,058ft), descend down to Met Station for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Met Station to Nairobi
After breakfast, descend the last bit of the Mountain from Met Station via Naro Moru Main gate for a short drive to Naro Moru town for lunch and to catch transport to Nairobi where the tour ends.
Package Cost:
US$ 325 / person;
Extra day on mountain: US$ 65 / person;
Groups of 4 people and more, US$ 295 / person; save US$ 30

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9. Aberdare National Park
This is part of the Aberdares range. The area is good for landscape lovers, forest lodges which include the famous Treetops where Queen Elisabeth II of Great Britain ascended to the throne in 1952. The rare and elusive bopngo is found here. Common animals to see: elephant, buffalo, giant hog, spotted hyena and leopard. There is also a plentiful bird life.
Tree Hotel Package Intro:
There three "tree hotels" in the vicinity of Nyeri about 160kms leaving for Nairobi. Treetops and the Ark are in the forest of the Aberdare mountains and Mountain Lodge is on the slopes of Mt. Kenya.
Day 1: Nairobi to Tree Hotel
The drive passes the small industrial town of the Thika surrounded by extensive pineapple plantations. After crossing the Thika river, the source of much Kenya's hydro power, the landscape changes and becomes more lush as you climb into the rich farmlands of the Kikuyu people. Lunch is taken at the Outspan Hotel in Nyeri for those visiting Treetops and at the Aberdare Country Club, for those visiting the Ark. In the afternoon, proceed to your tree hotel where the night is spent and where the procession of forest animals visit the flood lit water holes and salt licks. Elephant, Rhino, Giant forest hog and many other species are commonly seen.
Day 2: Tree Hotel to Nairobi
In the morning, descend to your base hotel for breakfast before returning to Nairobi arriving in time for lunch.
Package Cost:
US$ 250 / person;
Others Details:
Minimum 2 pax.

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10. Beach Holidays
Your Dream Beach Holiday at Kenya’s Coast
 If  You dream of a tropical beach holiday, think Mombasa and the Kenya Coast.  The Kenya Coast awaits you with warm sandy beaches, beautiful hotels, sparkling swimming pools, attentive staff and a broad range of local activities by day and night. Snorkeling, Diving, Big Game Fishing, Dhow cruises during day-time as well as romantic sailing dinners with live music. Swim with Dolphins or cruise to a private island paradise. In the evenings there are many excellent private restaurants and discos as well as hotel resident bands and dining rooms for good food and entertainment. Kenya coast has some of the world's finest beaches. With mile upon mile of uncrowded talcum-white sands, most of them protected by the long coral reefs - safe for swimming and excellent for water sports - the Kenya Coast is an ideal year-round beach destination.
Mombassa And its Beaches
The City of Mombasa provides an interesting experience with the old Portuguese Fort Jesus, Old Town, Markets and Shops. An extensive variety of excursions are available to sample the local culture and the famous Kenyan wildlife. You may choose to eat out at a number of restaurants, traveling after dark by taxi. Our representatives may have a number of practical suggestions - feel free to ask. We offer you by far the largest selection of hotels right on the beach and at affordable prices. For ease of reference we have divided the beaches into three main areas. The hotels are situated either on the North or South Coast of Mombassa or at Watamu, further North of Mombassa.  The North Coast is closer to the town center and is popular with tourists and offers a greater variety of activities, restaurants and nightlife. The hotels are about one hour from the airport. The South Coast hotels are further away from Mombasa with the route taking you over Kilindini harbour by the Likoni ferry. Diani beach, with over six miles of uninterrupted talcum-white sands, lapped by the clear turquoise Indian Ocean, forms the heart of the South Coast. Diani's wide white beaches coupled with its peaceful tranquility form an ideal location for honeymooners.  Watamu, situated south of Malindi town, hosts a delightful Marine Park covering 19 miles of coastline. Breathtaking coral gardens teem with brightly coloured tropical fish and the tranquil Mida Creek borders an ancient Mangrove forest. Watamu is a haven for snorkeling enthusiasts and avid or novice scuba divers as it harbours one of the world's most spectacular marine parks. Motorised watersports are not available. Watamu is about two hours by road from Mombasa Airport.
Package: local transport, Beach-Front Resorts/hotels, entry to areas of interest, transfer etc.
Request for details, based on your destination.

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