Classic Masai Mara Safari Offer

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

Visiting 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 mini

van or safari 4 x 4 landcruiser 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!

ITINERARY IN BRIEF:

YOUR ITINERARY :

DAY 1 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Jambo! This morning you will be met by Classic Journeys Africa Customer Care Representative at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport who will brief you on your program ahead and introduce the Driver Guide who will be with you throughout the safari.
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 Mara Leisure 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 Mara Leisure Camp
Full board

DAY 2 – MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Your day will be spent on whole day game drives in the vast Masai Mara National Game Reserve with picnic lunch being served in the wild. The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance 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 Mara Leisure Camp
Full board

DAY 3 : DEPARTURE
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!

Safari inclusions   

• Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
• Transportation in a chauffeur driven safari minivan with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography. Supplement for using a 4 x 4 land cruisers is quoted separately.
• Services of a English or French or Spanish speaking driver-guides, unlimited game viewing drives and parks entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
• All Government taxes and levies.
• Complimentary 1.5 litres mineral water per person per day in the safari vehicle.
• All meet and greet services.
• All arrival and departure transfers.
• 24 hours stand-by contact number.
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
• Guaranteed window seat in each vehicle per passenger.
• 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 doctors 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.

Safari exclusions

• All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, fax/email bills 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 $ 5.00 – $ 10.00 per person per day for driver-guides).
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Any local or international flight and departure taxes.
• Laundry services.
• Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary.
• Visa fees

TYPICAL DAY ON SAFARI
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.