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Gameparks to Beaches
Trip Highlights
Hells
Gate National Park Lake Naivasha Masai Mara Lamu Island Cooking We take
turns with the cooking. Two meals a day are included while on the truck. We
normally have lunch out at local cafes on the way, lots of fun. Meals out
are not included.
Camping
Those
campsites that are more basic tend to be more scenic; that is especially in
the game parks where basic toilets and cold showers are the norm. After a
night at such camps we do our best to follow with a hot shower bar campsite.
Although in the Masai Mara are two basic nights, but the wild beauty and the
animals in the park more than makes up for this.
Changes
You
should be aware that things change frequently in Africa; camps open and
close, as do the roads. So there is a chance that the itinerary may have to
be changed due to unforeseen circumstances.
Start & before the trip
We
leave the camp at 8am on the first day of the trip. We recommend you arrive
in Nairobi the day before, however if you're there with a few days to spare
there's lots to see and do around the city. Close to the camp is Karen
Blixen's, Langata Giraffe Centre or even Nairobi National Park for a first
glimpse of African wildlife.
Itinerary
Day 1: Monday
From
Nairobi we will transfer straight to Naivasha and the shores of the lake,
where Hippo's often come to graze in the evenings. This is one of the many
Rift Valley lakes, and it is home to an abundance of birds and animals.
Colobus monkeys often come to admire themselves in the mirrors of the truck.
Day 2: Tuesday
This
is a day set for you to explore the locals attractions. This may be anything
from an energetic ride around the Hells Gate National park, where Angelina
Jolie filmed Lara Croft, or a gentle stroll along the shores of Crescent
Island used for the filming of Out Of Africa and home to herds of plains
game such as wildebeest, zebra and giraffe.
Day 3: Wednesday
Another day for exploring and maybe take the chance to hike up Mount
Longonot, an extinct volcano, or take out a boat on the Green Crater Lake.
After all this activity you can take afternoon tea at the home of the late
Joy Adamson called Elsamere, after the famous lioness of Born Free.
Day 4: Thursday
This
morning we drive from Lake Naivasha out across the Rift Valley and into the
Masai Mara Game Reserve. Here we can see the Local Masai people integrated
with the animal population where they graze their herds of cows and live in
the traditional way of life. The Mara is also home to one end of the great
wildebeest and zebra migration, part of which you may be able to see.
Day 5: Friday
A
full day of game driving in this beautiful area of Kenya, and a good
opportunity to spot some of the most special reasons for coming to Africa.
This area is home to the Big Five of the Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo
and the remaining Rhino, now heavily protected. It is also a good place to
see cheetah, sometimes more elusive than the leopard.
Day 6: Saturday
A
short game drive out of the Masai Mara and it's back up to Nairobi and some
welcome comforts. You will have the opportunity to eat at restaurants in the
evening and relax or go out to enjoy the wildlife of a different kind at the
famous Carnivores restaurant. Just as good for vegetarians and a great night
out.
Day 7: Sunday
This
is a day set for you to explore the locals attractions. This may be anything
from an energetic ride around the Hells Gate National park, where Angelina
Jolie filmed Lara Croft, or a gentle stroll along the shores of Crescent
Island used for the filming of Out Of Africa and home to herds of plains
game such as wildebeest, zebra and giraffe.
Day 8 & 9: Monday & Tuesday
Relax, enjoy and don't get burnt! The sun can be fierce, but the mood
mellow. Take in the local atmosphere and try the local cuisine, explore the
island and switch off. There are opportunities to take dhow trips and go
snorkelling too.
Day 10: Wednesday
Time
to cool off a bit and head back up to Nairobi on the last day of the tour
and back to catch up with your flights to go home. If you wish to extend
your stay then please let us know and we can make arrangements for you..
Important:
Before you travel please check your Tour Voucher and Arrival
Information for the latest joining instructions. This will be sent
to you upon receipt of final payment.
All itineraries are subject to change without prior notice.
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