10 DAY BUSH AND BEACH

A romantic safari for two flying between a combination of luxurious bush homes and tented camps. The scenery is truly outstanding and the wildlife viewing available second to none. Arriving in Nairobi check into Macushla House, rest of the day is at leisure. The next morning fly south to Amboseli National Park and see the huge elephant herds with the magnificent backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro. The next destination is the beautiful private reserve of Lewa Downs located in the North of the country and offering the opportunity of horseriding, walking and night game drives. Fly into the Rift Valley where Rekero is tucked away in a remote area of theMasai Mara and offers a fantastic experience in viewing the Mara's predators without the crowds. When the bush experience comes to an end fly to the Kenyan coast and the tropical island of Lamu. A speedboat will meet you at the airstrip and take you to Kipungani, an idyllic hideaway resort where you can cast off your shoes and swim, dive or windsurf in the clear blue waters.

Day 1 - Nairobi
Arrive into Nairobi to be met and transferred to Macushla House. The rest of the day is at leisure. Macushla House is a beautifully decorated home with 4 guest rooms and a swimming pool. It's located in Nairobi's Langata suburb so it is quiet and peaceful and a great escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown. It is within walking distance of the Giraffe Centre and close to Karen Blixen museum, several artisan workshops and the Utamaduni Craft Centre.

Day 2 - Amboseli National Park
This morning transfer to Wilson Airport for your 07:30 flight to Amboseli National Park. You will be met at the airstrip and game drive en-route to your accommodation at Tortilis Camp. After lunch there will be an afternoon game drive until dusk. Amboseli National Park supports a wide range of wildlife particularly elephants roaming in large herds. With Mt Kilimanjaro in the background it is the scene of many classic African safari shots. A section of the park is a seasonal lake the remainder being swamplands, fed by melting snow from Kilimanjaro, and savannah woodland. Tortilis Camp, a tented luxury lodge on the edge of the Amboseli National Park consisting of 15 tents. The tents are large and luxurious sheltered by makuti thatched roofs and each with en-suite facilities. The camp has magnificent views of Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru further in the distance. In between game drives you may wish to take a guided game walk outside the park or relax in the swimming pool.

Day 3 - Amboseli National Park
A full day available for game driving in the National Park. You may also visit a nearby. Overnight Tortilis Camp

Days 4 & 5 - Mount Kenya
After breakfast transfer to the airstrip for your 0830 flight to Nairobi. Connect with the 0915 flight north to Lewa Downs. You will be met at Lewa and taken to your accommodation. Lunch then take a game drive on the ranch in the afternoon. Lewa Safari Camp is located on Lewa Downs a 45,000 acre private ranch (encompassing the Ngare Sergoi Rhino Sanctuary) located north of Mt Kenya, the ranch has belonged to the Craig family since 1924. There is abundant wildlife in this beautiful area and guests can take day and night game drives, bush walks, camel treks and horseback treks on the ranch. The Safari Camp is hosted by John and Annelise Clark and consists of 12 spacious, comfortable tents. There are a range of stimulating activities included such as day and night game drives, bush walks and conservation lectures. Overnights at Lewa Safari Camp.

Day 6 - Masai Mara
After breakfast take a mid-morning flight to Nairobi where you will connect with the 1500 departure to the Masai Mara. A Kicheche vehicle will collect you upon arrival in the Mara. Game drive en-route to Kicheche Mara Camp.

Kicheche Mara Camp is a luxury bush camp hidden away in a grove of trees on the Aitong plains of the Masai Mara. There are a maximum of 20 guests, all staying under canvas in this intimate camp situated in prime wildlife habitat The Masai Mara Game Reserve, is probably the most famous in Africa. Rising grassland nearly 2000m above sea level, watered by the Mara river and covering an area of 1500 sq. km. The Mara is well known for the part it plays in the seasonal (June/Sept) migration from the Serengeti of 200,000 Zebra, 300,000 Thomson Gazelle and 1.3 million Wildebeest following the annual rains. The Mara region however provides for wonderful game viewing year round. In all 95 mammal, amphibian and reptile species plus 485 flying species excluding insects inhabit the Mara eco-system.

Day 7 - Masai Mara
A whole day at your disposal to game drive, walk or visit one of the local communities. Overnight Kicheche Mara Camp

Day 8 - Lamu Island
Depart the Mara on the 11:00 flight which connects to the Lamu flight in Nairobi. Arrive in Lamu at 15:00 where you will be met by a boat and transferred to Kipungani Resort. Kipungani Sea Breezes is located in a remote area of Lamu Island, you will be met at the airstrip and taken by speedboat to Kipungani. This small exotic resort is private, secluded and very relaxing. The style is simple yet elegant and very natural, the 15 cottages, each on stilts, are spread out along the beachfront. The food is first class and a dream for seafood lovers. There is windsurfing, snorkelling, sailing and scuba diving available for those more active. There are also optional trips by dhow into the historic and culturally rich Lamu town.

Day 9 - Lamu Island
A free day to do as much or as little as you like at this idyllic hideaway. Overnight Kipungani Sea Breezes.

Day 10 - Homeward Bound
Your flight back to Nairobi departs at 15:45 and arrives in Nairobi 17:15. You will be met in Nairobi and transferred to connect with your international flight.

Price Guide

Bush & Beach
Safari starts and finishes in Nairobi.
Includes: Full board accommodation throughout, all game drives in 4WD vehicles, airstrip transfers, flights as listed and National Park/Reserve entrance fees.

Excludes: International flights, visas, drinks, tips and items of a personal nature.

Price Per Person Sharing
from £2,250.00
(Excluding all flights to, from and within Africa)
Safaris subject to availability and prices can change without prior notice.

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