Lake Naivasha –Maasai Mara Game Reserve
(4
Days/3 Nights) Kenya safari
Hippos
in Lake Naivasha in Kenya
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 Fish
Eagle with a catch in Lake Naivasha, Kenya
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Lion
Cub in Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya
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Itinerary
Summary
Day
1:
Nairobi – Lake Naivsaha (In the Great Rift Valley)
Day 2: Lake Naivasha – Maasai
Mara Game Reserve
Day 3: Explore Maasai Mara Game Reserve
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Nairobi
Cost
for 2009: Per Person
Land Arrangements (per person)
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April
- May |
Rest
Of the Year |
Double
Occupancy |
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Single
Supplement |
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Child
rate 2-11 years is 75% of the adult rate
Lake Naivasha –Maasai Mara Game Reserve (4
Days/3 Nights) Kenya safari
Today
we depart by road to papyrus-fringed Lake Naivasha,
a cool and peaceful escape from Nairobi’s big-city
bustle. Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake and is
part of the Great Rift Valley. The name derives from
the local Maasai name Nai'posha,
meaning "rough water" because
of the sudden storms which can arise. The lake is
home to a variety of wildlife; over 400 different
species of bird have been reported. This freshwater
lake is a birding paradise. There is a sizeable population
of hippos in the lake. Along the lake’s fabled
waters, we are bound to see some of the area’s
more intriguing species—Hippos, Giraffes, Buffalo
and even the arboreal Colobus monkey. Floriculture
forms the main industry around the lake.
Our
next destination is the Maasai Mara is Kenya's finest
and most outstanding wildlife sanctuary where gentle
rolling grassland ensures animals are never out of
sight. The climate is gentle, rarely too hot and well
spread rainfall year round. The sensation of the great
wildebeest migration between July and October is unparalleled.
The wildlife is far from being confined within the
Reserve boundaries and an even larger area extends
beyond the game Reserve. Centuries of close association
with the wildlife has resulted in an almost symbiotic
relationship where wildlife and Maasai people live
in peace with one another.
The first sight of
this Park is breathtaking. There is nowhere else on
earth to compare with this wildlife marvel. The combination
of a gentle climate, scenic splendor and untold numbers
of wildlife makes the Maasai Mara National Reserve
Kenya's most popular inland destination.
Detailed
Itinerary
Day
1
Nairobi —Lake Naivasha
After
breakfast at our hotel we depart by road for Lake
Naivasha. Our accommodations are located right by
Lake Naivasha, a fresh water lake. We visit Elsamere
— the former home of the late
Joy Adamson who, together with her husband George,
became world famous for their pioneering conservation
work and relationship with the Lioness Elsa, as told
in her best-selling book and subsequent film: Born
Free. After lunch we take a boat ride to Crescent
Island. Many different types of animals are found
in the Island as we take a walk with the expert resident
naturalist. Giraffes, waterbucks, wildebeest, Gazelles,
Impala, Dik diks can be seen during the walk.
We
retire back at our cozy accommodations either at Lake
Naivasha Sopa Lodge or Simba Lodge or Loldia House
Meal Plan{Lunch & Dinner}
Day
2
Lake Naivasha — Maasai Mara Game Reserve
This morning
we drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to
the Maasai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve
is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously
known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s
migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant,
Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at our Lodge and
relax before departing for the afternoon game run.
The Mara Game Reserve – one of the greatest
wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied,
and easy to see. Residents among the Park's are: Maasai
Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousand of plain game
including Impala, Zebra, Topi, both Thomson's and
grants Gazelles.
Overnight at Sarova Tented Camp or Siana Tented Camp
or Mara Simba Lodge or Mara Serena Lodge
Meal
Plan{Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day
3
Discover Maasai Mara
The search for great predators and
perhaps even cubs continues today during extensive
game runs. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing
animals plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding
amidst acacia boughs. During our stay we also have
an optional opportunity to visit a village of the
Maasai people to witness the singing and dancing that
are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals.
A glimpse into their homes and social structure is
a poignant experience.
Overnight at Sarova
Tented Camp or Siana Tented Camp or Mara Simba Lodge
or Mara Serena Lodge
Meal Plan{Breakfast,
Lunch & Dinner}
Day
4
Maasai
Mara Game Reserve – Nairobi
Early
morning tea/coffee or Hot chocolate then depart for
a morning ‘Spice’ game drive. Here we
find the Old Africa of the movies, with rolling grasslands
dotted by acacia trees and sweeping plains teeming
with wildlife. No matter how much you have thought
about Africa, this is more than you expected—and
the ideal backdrop for a hot air balloon expedition.
After a full English breakfast back at the camp/lodge
depart for Nairobi by road arriving early afternoon.
Meal
Plan{Breakfast}
Included
Safari Features
* Multi-lingual Professional
Safari Guide/Driver. Professional Safari Escort is
available upon request)
* Round trip transport
from Nairobi to Lake Naivasha and Maasai Mara Game
Reserve
* Finest accommodations in Lake Naivasha and Maasai
Mara Game Reserve
* Guaranteed departures
for two or more passengers booking this safari
* Membership in Flying
Doctors Society – Emergency air rescue
* Safari vehicles carry cold drinks and mineral water
* Guaranteed window seating with open top
* All applicable Game Park entrance fees
* All meals included while on safari
* Pre–tour itinerary document
* 2 extensive Game
drives
Excluded
Safari Features
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Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess
baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry,
emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including
luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during
meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary
* Optional Hot Air Ballooning (cost per person is
425 US Dollars), Nature walks etc
* Gratuity for Porterage / waiters at hotels, camps
and airports
*
Christmas, New Year and Easter Supplement
* Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner
* Gratuity for your professional driver guide
* Cost of obtaining passport and visas
* Accommodations in Nairobi
* A visit to a Maasai Village
* International Airfare
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