Classic Luxury Under Canvas Nakuru & Masai Mara Safari

CLASSIC LUXURY UNDER CANVAS NAKURU & MASAI MARA SAFARI

Classic Nakuru & Masai Mara features unlimited safaris in Kenya’s most attractive game park & game reserve and the arena to one of greatest spectacle on earth, the wildebeest migration.

Visiting Nakuru National Park one of the greatest ornithological sites in the world and a great rhino sanctuary in Kenya , to Masai Mara one of the most popular tourism destinations in Africa located in the rich open grasslands of the Great Rift Valley. This is the best destination to visit especially during the winter when you cannot wear your purchased wholesale Havaianas. The Masai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife viewing areas as you are guaranteed to enjoy game any time of the year. The annual wildebeest’s migration alone involves over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November.
There have been some 95 species of mammals, amphibians and reptiles and over 400 birds species recorded on the reserve. Nowhere in Africa is wildlife more abundant, and it is for this reason a visitor hardly misses to see the big five (buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, and rhino) regardless the time of your visit.

Transport is based on our custom-made safari minivans tested and proven to handle the rough terrain of an African safari while ensuring your maximum comfort as you watch the drama unfold in the African Savannah!

SUPPLEMENT FOR USING A 4 X 4 LANDCRUISER INSTEAD OF A MINIVAN IN KENYA USD $ 440 PER VEHICLE

Inclusions

• Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
• Transportation in a private chauffeur driven custom made safari minivan throughout the safari. Supplement for using a 4 x 4 land cruiser is quoted separately.
• Services of an English-speaking Speaking driver-guide, game viewing drives and parks entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
• Complimentary mineral water per person per day in the safari vehicle.
• Exclusive use of vehicle.
• Wireless internet at camps main areas and limited signal in the safari land cruiser.
• All meet and greet services.
• All arrival and departure transfers.
• 24 hours stand-by contact number.
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
• Unlimited game viewing drives
• All park entrance fees.
• Two-way long-range high frequency radio communication in each vehicle.
• On safari accessories in each vehicle: – First-aid kit, wildlife books, a pair of binoculars, cool box and fire extinguisher.
• Flying doctor’s coverage which covers you within East Africa for a period of 14 days. In the eventuality of a medical emergency, you will be airlifted to Nairobi where you will be taken to a good hospital. Hospital bills are born by the patient.

Exclusions

• All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, laundry etc.
• Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff and driver- guide(s).  Budget approx. $ 2.00 – $ 4.00 per person per day for lodge and hotel staff, $ 1.00 per bag for porters and $ 10.00 – $ 15.00 per person per day for driver-guides). Note that gratuities should be given as a reward of exceptional service and is at your discretion.
• Domestic flights which can be quoted on request.
• Excess baggage charges levied by Kenya Airways.
• Meals and beverages, other than specified.
• Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary.
• Visa fees – you can apply a visa to Kenya online easily through the following government website. www.ecitizen.go.ke
• Cost for anything not specifically mentioned in the above listing.

*Please note that the itinerary sequence is correct at the time of writing and is subject to change

Jambo! This morning you will be met by Classic Journeys Africa Customer Care Representative at your Nairobi hotel or airport who will brief you on your program ahead and introduce the Driver Guide who will be with you throughout the safari.
Continue with your journey this morning as you drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. The park boasts a huge variety of animals, including leopard which is often found snoozing on the branches of the magnificent yellow-barked acacias, lion,

buffalo, hippo, waterbuck, warthog, baboon, the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe only found in this park in Kenya, white rhino and the rare black rhino which is protected and guarded here. Arrive in time for lunch followed by afternoon unlimited game viewing drive in the park.

Accommodation: Flamingo Hill Camp            
Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast depart for the Masai Mara National Game Reserve, stopping briefly at the Great Rift Valley View Point for some photos then proceed with the drive to arrive in time for check in and lunch at the Loyk Mara Camp. You will then spend the afternoon at leisure before going for an evening game drive till dusk when you return to your camp.

Overnight Loyk Mara Camp
Full board

Your day will be spent on whole day game drive in the vast Masai Mara National Game Reserve with picnic lunch being served in the wild or hot lunch at your camp. The Mara offers wildlife in such variety andabundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture.
A Masai village and get learn the Masai culture at an extra cost. Following on their heels are the predators of the savannah- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures. Take the opportunity to fly over the Mara in a Hot air Balloon at an extra cost. The balloon package includes a champagne breakfast in the wild! If you can spare the money, viewing abundant game afloat a balloon is an unforgettable experience.

Overnight Loyk Mara Camp
Full board

After breakfast bid farewell to the Masai Mara as you set on your journey back to Nairobi. Drive back down the Great Rift Valley to Nairobi, passing the dormant volcano, Mount Longonot, and lakes Elementaita and Naivasha on the way. Keep an eye out for herds of giraffe and gazelle and head up the escarpment. You will arrive in Kenya’s bustling capital city Nairobi in the late afternoon.
Lunch is your own arrangements and spend time doing last minute shopping or city excursions at an extra cost.
Drop off airport bid farewell to your driver guide until the next time.

Arrive home with memories of a Trip of a Lifetime!

Our professional guides are there to assist you every step of the way.  Even though there is a general outline of your safari, your guide will talk with you regarding each day’s plans.  He will tell you about the country you are visiting, its history, traditions, the area you are visiting, what you see; he will take you to the loveliest places, look after any formalities or negotiations with the local people, and take care of your safety and comfort. They all are proficient in bush craft, and can also tell you about the local traditions, wildlife, identify the birds, and help you learn more about the world around you. All our guides speak English as well as their local language and some speak French and Spanish as well. Days will vary depending on your specific schedule, road conditions, and what you would like to do. A typical day may unfold like this:

You will get up before dawn when hot coffee and tea are served.  The air is cold as the sun rises and shimmers on the open plains.  This is the best time to see the wildlife.  Your camera is ready to go and you have layered your clothing to keep you warm.  Head into the bush and search for lions, elephant, giraffe and plains game.   Each turn will offer something unique – a lioness and her cubs, a herd of elephant moving to a waterhole, a cheetah stalking a gazelle.  Your morning game drive lasts about two hours, depending on what you see.  Return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast.  After breakfast there is time to relax from being up at sunrise or now is the time to participate in any additional activities that the lodge may offer – such as walks, village visits, or bike rides.

Lunch is usually served in camp/lodge, unless you are out for a full day’s game drive, when they will have a picnic lunch.  You will head out again in the afternoon; searching for the special species that may have eluded you.  As the sun sets, return to camp for a hot shower. Then indulge in a delicious dinner and after dinner drinks in the lounge. There may also be a chance to sit around the campfire exchanging tales of the bush. Everyone retires early with great anticipation of the next day’s adventure!

When you are out on safari your schedule is flexible at most locations; however, some locations have set times for game drives or walks.  You can always talk with the hosts of the camps/lodge to adjust schedules and they will try to accommodate you.  The restriction will be to stay within park rules and travel times required to get you to your destination.  Your guides will always give their recommendations but are there to listen to your needs.