DAY 1: TAMARIND TREE HOTEL CARNIVORE NAIROBI, NAIROBI
Nairobi
Situated in along the Nairobi River in beautiful Kenya, the capital of Nairobi is East Africa’s most cosmopolitan city. It serves as an excellent starting point for African safari trips around Kenya. Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest city and is a vibrant and exciting place, and although it has developed a reputation which keeps tourist visits brief, there are some fascinating attractions: its cafe culture, unbridled nightlife, the National Museum, the Karen Blixen Museum and most notably just 20 minutes from the city centre wild lions and buffalo roam in the world’s only urban game reserve. Make sure you pay a visit to the elephant orphanage operated by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Day Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International airport, you will clear with customs and immigration procedures. You will then be met by our AMA Safaris Representative outside the arrivals hall for transfer to your hotel. You will be assisted with check in formalities. Overnight at the Tamarind Tree Hotel – B&B
Overnight: Tamarind Tree Hotel Carnivore Nairobi
Tamarind Tree Hotel Carnivore Nairobi is ideally located just 5km to the southwest of Nairobi within the spacious Carnivore grounds and it’s iconic Carnivore Restaurant. The hotel offers easy access to all parts of the city, it’s national park, as well as to the country’s many diverse attractions via the neighbouring Wilson Airport and Southern Bypass. The nearby Langata and Karen suburbs are among the liveliest and most popular in Nairobi with world-class shopping malls and excellent restaurants. Tamarind Tree Hotel is perfect for both the business and leisure traveler. The hotel’s world-class amenities will ensure your meetings are effortless and successful, whilst their outstanding leisure facilities and genuine service ensure that all guests experience the very best of Tamarind hospitality.
Basis
Bed & Breakfast
DAY 2: THE CLIFF, LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Lake Nakuru National Park
Located in the Great Rift Valley surrounded by yellow acacia woodlands and bushy scrublands, the Lake Nakuru National Park was created to protect the Lake and its large flocks of Lesser Flamingo, which are drawn to the algae that flourish in the saline waters of this soda lake. The national park is inhabited by over 50 mammal species including hippo, black and white rhino, Rothschild giraffe, buffalo and eland. Known as a bird watcher’s paradise, the park is home to over 450 bird species. Visitors can look forward to hiking through the scenic landscape, picnicking next to this magnificent lake, and spotting an array of wildlife on a game drive. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the beautiful Makalia Waterfall.
Day Itinerary
After breakfast drive to Lake Nakuru National park, arriving at lake Nakuru lodge in time of lunch, The park is home to a Rhino sanctuary, one of the largest populations of rhinos in Kenya, plus Rothschild giraffes, leopards and lions and famous for it’s large population of flamingos, After lunch, enjoy game drives at the park until sunset, dinner and overnight at The Cliff – LDBB
Overnight: The Cliff
It’s 0630hrs and the sun is rising in Africa. As its golden light spreads across the lake, far below your cliff top hideaway, the water ripples and transforms, like a desert rose, into a shimmer of pink, as a flamboyance of flamingos begins a new day. Each tent is built on solid foundations at the edge of the cliff, and faces the lake, allowing guests’ 180 degree views of the panoramic paradise, yet maintaining privacy. Not wanting to waste the view, the tent is spacious and the freestanding bath looks outwards. While the exterior environment at The Cliff is pure Africa, the room interiors combine organic chic with international design to create the understated style of a modern boutique hotel.
Basis
Full Board: Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 3: ENASHIPAI RESORT & SPA, LAKE NAIVASHA
Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha is the highest of the Great Rift Valley Lakes and despite having no outlet, it is one of only two Rift Valley freshwater lakes. This beautiful lake is fringed by papyrus and acacia trees, a unique geologic landscape and supports a vast array of over 450 bird species. It serves as the main drinking hole for wildlife in the area such as zebra, eland, hippo, waterbuck, buffalo and much more. Visitors can look forward to excellent game viewing, intriguing night safaris, and boat excursions around the lake as well as to Crescent Island for spectacular bird watching opportunities. Other popular activities include: guided nature walks, horse riding, village visits and tours to neighbouring national parks.
Day Itinerary
After breakfast you will be picked for the day’s drive taking you to the floor of the Great Rift Valley, arriving in time for lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge, later in the afternoon enjoy 1 hour boat ride, Dinner and overnight at Enashipai Resort & Spa – LDBB
Overnight: Enashipai Resort & Spa
Enashipai is a Masaai word meaning “a place of happiness”. Located within the splendour of the Great Rift Valley by the shores of Lake Naivasha, Enashipai is an award winning resort providing both leisure and conference facilities. The resort offers 135 lavish rooms adorned with afro-chic décor, state of the art Entumo Conference Centre with a capacity for 500 people, the Siyara Spa, a privately registered Maa Museum and a night club. Other conveniences include a fully equipped gym, business centre, in and outdoor playgrounds, an outdoor swimming pool and a gift shop.
The resort is located only an hour away from Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, and is strategically located close to key attractions such as Mt. Longonot, Hell’s Gate and the Lake Nakuru National Park. Excursions to the Maasai Mara and other destinations can be arranged.
Basis
Full Board: Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 4: ENTIM CAMP, MASAI MARA
Masai Mara
The Masai Mara together with Tanzania’s Serengeti form Africa’s most famous wildlife park, the Masai Mara National Reserve. The image of acacia trees dotting endless grass plains epitomises Africa for many, then add a Maasai warrior and some cattle to the picture and the conversation need go no further. The undeniable highlight of the Masai Mara National Reserve is undoubtedly the annual wildebeest migration traversing the vast plains of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara. It is known as the largest mass movement of land mammals on the planet – with more than a million animals following the rains. Large prides of lions, elephants, giraffes, gazelles and eland can also be spotted in the reserve. Aside from horse riding safaris and traditional vehicle safaris, hot-air ballooning over the Mara plains has become almost essential.
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve offering wonderful scenery and plenty of game. It is perhaps the only region left in Kenya where the visitor may see animals in the same super-abundance as existed a century ago. Lunch at your camp. Afternoon game drives en route to your lodge. Dinner and overnight at Entim Camp – LDBB
Overnight: Entim Camp, Mara
Entim was designed with a purpose in mind; to be in the best possible location to view the wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara National reserve. For a few months of the year the migration is on our doorstep on the Mara River.
While many other visitors to the Mara will be staying in camps in the surrounding areas and conservancies, at Entim you don’t have to drive for hours to get to the wildlife action because you are right there in the middle of it. Nor do you have to be hurried out of the Reserve before gates close at 1800hrs: at Entim you can continue to witness the wild’s most important and dramatic events, which often take place at dusk and dawn. There’s actually no obligation to go out on game drives because you can sit in camp and watch the animals passing by right in front of you.
Entim meaning “forest” in Maasai is discreetly tucked on the edge of the riverine woodlands. From the shaded seclusion of this attractively-designed camp, guests can relax in luxury and admire unforgettable views over the Mara River and across expansive plains, with the distant backdrops of undulating escarpments and volcanically-sculpted hills. From the veranda of each tent it is even possible to witness the breathtaking sight of thousands of Wildebeest crossing the river during their annual migration through this vast wilderness area. We have kept the camp eco-friendly and small, with only ten, tastefully but differently furnished, well-equipped tents. Our decor aims to enhance the surrounding environment.
Entim Tents:
All 10 guest tents overlook the Mara River and are well-placed, en-suite with flush-toilets and hot showers. There is a cosy lounge area with a small library, separate bar and dining area, which is open-fronted allowing guests the unmatched experience of eating meals while watching the animals move to and from the river to drink and forage for their food. The camp has been designed to give guests the feel that it is part of the landscape. The experience at Entim is not your average hotel or lodge experience: it’s about being right in the hub of one of the most famous wildlife reserves in the world and part of a quintessential Kenya Safari Experience.
Basis
Full Board: Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 5: ENTIM CAMP, MASAI MARA
Day Itinerary
Option 1: Whole day in Masai Mara with early morning and afternoon game drives. Meals and overnight at Entim Camp, Mara – LDBB
Option 2: {Early morning optional balloon ride with champagne-style breakfast. At an extra cost of US$450.00 Per person}
Early morning Hot Air Balloon ride with champagne style breakfast. Balloon flights typically take off at 0630hrs. Passengers arrive in time to watch the balloon inflation as the pilots torch the coloured fabric to life. The flight is for one hour, each one different path and following the days prevailing winds. A Balloon flight allows passengers to float over the world’s most spectacular game reserve, and offers a magical bird’s eye view of the wildlife the Mara is famous for. On landing, the balloon crew sets up a full champagne breakfast complete with “Bloody Mary’s” on the Mara plains. Each passenger then receives a certificate from their pilot as a special memoir of their flight. There are balloons with a flying capacity of 16 passengers and of 12 passengers
Later drive back to the lodge. After lunch proceed on an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at your lodge
Departure: 0630hrs. (Coffee /tea at 0615hrs.)
Breakfast: 0900hrs.
During the first hours of the morning, the savannah is filled with a special animation. This is when the larger predators hunt for their food, before the temperature becomes too hot for any excessive physical activity. This is the time we have the highest chances of watching a hunt in action (also likely in the early evening). The colours of the landscape are also more accentuated, and help us to take great photographs.
Basis
Full Board: Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 6: ENTIM CAMP, MASAI MARA
Day Itinerary
Whole day in Masai Mara with early morning and afternoon game drives. Meals and overnight at Entim Camp, LDBB
Departure: 0630hrs. (Coffee / tea at 0615hrs.)
Breakfast: 0900hrs.
During the first hours of the morning, the savannah is filled with a special animation. This is when the larger predators hunt for their food, before the temperature becomes too hot for any excessive physical activity. This is the time we have the highest chances of watching a hunt in action (also likely in the early evening). The colours of the landscape are also more accentuated, and help us to take great photographs.
Basis
Full Board: Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAYS 7 – 12: THE MAJLIS RESORT, MANDA ISLAND
Manda Island
Set on Kenya’s beautiful Lamu Archipelago, Manda Island is known for its pristine beaches and island-style atmosphere. It is dotted with palm-thatch cottages which offer visitors a barefoot luxury experience. Calm crystal waters lap the island’s palm-lined white-sand beaches. The surrounding area is renowned for its excellent marlin fishing; historic towns and the ancient baobab encircled Manda Settlement. Visitors can sample an array of seafood, enjoy a variety of watersports, and experience a traditional dhow cruise. Other popular activities include: kitesurfing, fishing, windsurfing, game drives, historical tours, and scenic flights.
Day Itinerary
After breakfast at the camp followed by check out, you will be transferred to Ol kiombo airstrip where you will board a scheduled flight departing at 0845hrs to Wilson airport to arrive at 1015hrs and connect for your flight to Lamu at 1345hrs, to arrive Lamu approximately at 1530hrs.
Upon arrival at Lamu Manda Airport, you will then be met by the hotel representative outside the arrivals hall for a boat transfer to your beach Hotel, where you will spend your next 6 Nights at Majlis Resort
Overnight: The Majlis Resort
The Majlis Hotel is a privately-owned 25 room boutique hotel with superb seafront views over the Ras Kitau bay and Shela village. Guests enjoy an idyllic setting where they can relax and make the most of the Lamu Archipelago’s unaffected charm and extensive recreational activities. Designed and built to reflect Lamu’s heritage tradition, a subtle fusion of African, Indian, Asian, Arab and Portuguese influences, the hotel combines 25 superbly appointed luxury suites built with Western comforts and local tradition. State-of-the-art facilities include two bars, a gourmet restaurant, two swimming pools and an activity centre which graciously co-ordinates a wide variety experiences. The Majlis is the only hotel in the Lamu archipelago offering air-conditioned rooms.
Basis
Full Board:- Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Basis
Full Board:- Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 13: END OF ITINERARY
Day Itinerary
After breakfast and check out you will have a boat transfer to Manda Airstrip/Airfield for 1600hrs flight to Nairobi Wilson Airport. Approximately 1800hrs, upon arrival at Wilson, you will be met by our driver who will transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International airport for your onward flight. End of our services.
Basis
Breakfast
