DAY 01: NAIROBI
Your safari adventure begins with a warm welcome from the customer service representatives on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. You will be driven to the luxurious Hotel Nairobi Safari Club where you can relax in your air conditioning. Nairobi Safari Club, formerly a private club for members only is the ideal place. All rooms are suites, six of which are presidential suites. Here you can enjoy the clubs sauna, gym, pool, bars and other services. Spend the afternoon at your leisure. Overnight at Nairobi Safari Club.
DAY 02: NAIROBI – TSAVO
After breakfast, your driver / guide will drive through the Great North Road, the legendary land of the “man-eaters – Tsavo National Park. The park of 21,000 square kilometers is one of the largest worldwide. Thanks to its enormous size, this animal and plant heaven was divided into two parts: Tsavo East and Tsavo West, for easy administration and management. This desert is home to over 1,000 species of plants, 400 species of birds and over 60 species of large mammals such as lions, huge herds of buffalo, the solitary and ill-tempered Rhino and at least 7000 elephants. The park is the site of history’s most famous African adventure “man-eaters of Tsavo”, in which two lions where responsible for eating over 500 workers in building the Uganda railway line also known as ” Lunatic “is the opposition in the British Parliament in 1898. The story became famous in the 1996 film “The Ghost and the Darkness.”
Enjoy your lunch KILANGUNI SERENA LODGE. Strategically located in the park, the hotel offers incredible views of majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Chyulu hills. Just 100 meters from the main building is a waterhole where animals come to drink. Each of the 53 rooms have shower, toilet and a terrace (patio) overlooking the waterhole and Africa’s highest mountain, snow-covered meters. Kilimanjaro. With its own airstrip nearby, Kilanguni Lodge is the place to be. Dinner and overnight at Serena Lodge KILANGUNI (DAC).
Day 03: TSAVO – Amboseli
After breakfast, we proceed to Amboseli National Park through the lava plateau state. Beautifully situated on the slopes of Africa’s highest mountain. Kilimanjaro (5895m), the park is famous for its huge herds of elephants and various types of other Savannah wildlife such as Giraffes, Bushbuck, the Kudu, Warthog, Zebra and more than 425 species of birds recorded here. The snow of Kilimanjaro rising above white clouds dominates every aspect of Amboseli and forms the backdrop for an impressive display of wildlife attracted to this location by swamps and springs fed by underground rivers of melted snow Kilimanjaro. With an airstrip in Empusel Gate, the park is also home to the Masai, the tall, brave and proud nomads who live in close harmony with the environment and the wildlife that surrounds them. Amboseli is the place around which such famous writers like Sir Ernest Hemingway and Robert Ruark tailored their stories of big game in Africa’s forests
Enjoy a safari route as they arrive in time for lunch at the OL-Tuka Lodge, situated in the heart of the famous Amboseli National Park. The lodge is camouflaged in a forest of trees of yellow fever barked acacias, palms and well designed cottage style rooms, which extend on both sides of the main house. All rooms offer stunning views of the magnificent. Kilimanjaro and the surrounding wetlands. Ol-Tuka present blends perfectly into the African savannah, and bring out their natural instinct. Take a dip in the Acacia tree shaded swimming pool, or for those of you reading enthusiasts, you can read all day in well-stocked library with a relaxing view of mt. Kilimanjaro. After the game drive in the afternoon you can spend some time in the outdoor bar, which is open until the last guest retires, so if you are the “night owl type” this is the perfect opportunity to stay all night Dinner and overnight at OL-Tuka Lodge (DAC).
Day 04: AMBOSELI
A unit of play in the morning is the perfect time to photograph the humble and magnificent mountain. The highest peak of Kilimanjaro in Africa. We returned to the lodge for breakfast and some R & R “rest and” relax, sunbathe, swim or for those of you reading enthusiasts, you can read all day in well-stocked library with a relaxing view of Mt. Kilimanjaro, before heading to an afternoon safari. All meals and overnight at OL-Tuka Lodge (DAC).
Day 05: AMBOSELI – KENYA
After breakfast we head to Nairobi “The city under the sun” for an early lunch. The title further north we go through coffee plantations to housing. The house that comes alive at night with the sounds of animals, is one of the exotic “Tree Hotels” situated in the heart of the mountain. Kenya’s forest reserves. All rooms en suite has a balcony from which you can look beyond the trees to watch the endless parade of wild life. You can see these animals from the safety of your room or a specially built viewing bunker connected to the housing by a gallery, which offers a view from near the animals when visiting water holes and saltlick. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Lodge (DAC).
Day 06: m.. KENYA – Samburu
After breakfast, we headed north to Sarova Shaba Lodge. Located on the banks of the river that gives life Uaso Nyiro in Shaba Game Reserve (filming location of the hit CBS series Survivor III). Shaba Lodge has 85 luxury rooms with thatched roofs with private bathrooms, all waterfront. Each room is decorated with local stone and wood cuts, a presidential suite with a bedroom, living room and private Jacuzzi is also available, and 4 junior suites. The lodge includes wonderfully existing natural springs as one of their special characteristics. The 1989 film “Born Free”, a true story of George and Joy Adamson was murdered in the game reserve and some scenes were filmed at the hostel. An open-air restaurant overlooking the river, swimming pool, curio shop, a bar, and its position in a ‘refuge is the ideal base to explore the Shaba Reserve, as well as its sister reserve – Buffalo Springs to the west.
Lunch will be served at the hostel, where spring water flows through the building to form beautiful water cascades and sparkle in Uaso Nyiro river. Also check out the crocodiles in the river below from the safety of the observation deck located in the hostel grounds. Besides being the only place to find gerenuk Kenya, the reserve is known for its unique collection of other species such as the Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, Oryx beige, Grevy Zebra, Cheetah, and Lions. After enjoying an afternoon game (wildlife) viewing in the reserve filled with scenic beauty, we returned for dinner and overnight at Sarova Shaba Lodge (BLD).
Day 07: Samburu
Before dawn we go in search of the African wildcat. From the game drive you back to the lodge for breakfast and some R & R “rest and” unwind, or maybe read a book / novel, sunbathe and enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool with a unique design before going back into game unit in the afternoon. All meals and accommodation, Sarova Shaba Lodge (BLD).
Day 08: Samburu – Sweetwaters
After breakfast, go to the Sweetwaters Tented Camp refined located in the heart of Ol Pejeta Ranch and Rhino sanctuary. Built within a private ranch, the countryside is a paradise Rhino “, which also supports a wide variety of other animals such as elephants, giraffes, etc, is only here that you can have a game drive at night for a fee. 25 of 30 luxury tents overlook the waterhole and some are built on stilts to provide a better view. Each luxury tent has a private bathroom, a patio (terrace) and is under a thatched roof. A visit to the shrine of chimpanzees should not forget and remember to bring your bathing suit, because the camp has a swimming pool, table tennis, board games and satellite TV. Lunch will be served at the camp. Dinner and overnight at luxurious Sweetwaters Tented Camp ( DAC).
Day 09: SWEETWATWERS – Lake Bogoria / Lake Baringo
After breakfast, we proceed to the jewel of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Bogoria. Described as “the most beautiful view in Africa” by Bishop Hannington, the lake is known for its hot springs and geysers, which are scattered along its southern coast. The hot sulfur springs from the land is known therapeutic values. These natural spas and steam are the version of Mother Nature, a bathroom and sauna. After a relaxing walk around the lake, lunch will be served at Lake Bogoria Hotel.
After lunch we headed over to Lake Baringo, one of the leading ornithology lakes in East Africa, more than 470 species of birds call this area home. We found in Lake Baringo Country Club a compact and beautiful hotel on the shores of Lake Baringo. A relaxing boat trip on the lake will be the feature of the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Lake Baringo Country Club (DAC).
DAY 10: Lake Baringo – Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, bid farewell to Lake Baringo while traveling south of Lake Nakuru bright pink because of the thousands of beautiful pink flamingos lining its shores. Lunch will be served at Lake Nakuru Lodge is located in the south ecological niche of the park. The house with its friendly and knowledgeable staff is an oasis of comfort that provides customer service first class and offers wonderful views of lesser flamingoes dotted with flamingos larger. It combines perfectly with the natural surroundings and animals often patrol peacefully close to the present by adding to its captivating magic. For some R & R (rest and relaxation), the mother and cozy bar registered extensive Nikki, cold upstairs Rhino Paddock Cocktail Bar overlooking the lake and the enticing swimming pool blue can be extremely welcoming.
An afternoon safari around the lake, will be the main feature of the evening, dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge (BLD).
DAY 11: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara
Immediately after breakfast, get on the floor of the Great Rift Valley the longest rift in the crust of the earth, the Masai Mara Game (Wildlife) Reserve the unspoiled Savannah. This is Kenya’s number one park and is always on every tourist “must see list. Full of life with various types of animals and birds, Masai Mara crown the climax of every safari in Kenya. Its hills and meadows acacia savannah have time and again been captured on film with the film “Out of Africa” is the most famous. Masai Mara is home to the Big Five (elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards and rhinos) and more than 450 species birds. Besides the big five, the Masai Mara is famous for the spectacular annual migration of over a million wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, etc from the Serengeti in northern Tanzania crossing the Mara River in Kenya in search of areas fresh food, which takes place in late July or August. During the trip, hundreds of animals are carried by the first moving Mara River and others are killed by the ferocious African Crocodiles. This step gives you the true meaning of phrase “survival of the fittest.”
Lunch will be served at Mara Sopa Lodge excellent new home for the next two nights. “Sopa” means welcome in the Masai language, and true to its name, the hotel and its customer service offering first class accommodation and friendly atmosphere. Situated in the valley Oloolaimutia the lodge blends perfectly with the surrounding hillside. The 77 rooms, 12 suites and 1 presidential suite, all equipped with private bathroom, mini bar and large balconies (patios) from which guests can sunbathe, relax and enjoy the views of the valley and is the resident wildlife and birds . The hostel facilities include direct dial telephone, satellite TV and video. P. S Do not forget your swimsuit for a half day or night swim under the star, the African sky.
After lunch and some rest, or take the sun for a dip in the pool, your driver / guide will take you to an afternoon safari in search of the shy and elusive leopard, the solitary and sullen, Rhino, lions, buffalo, and many others. When the sun begins to put the roadside in the African horizon will be the perfect opportunity to capture the beautiful Mara landscape on film or video camera. Dinner and overnight Mara Sopa Lodge (BLD).
DAY 12: Masai Mara
A journey through the game early morning before sunrise is the perfect start of another unforgettable and memorable days in Africa. In between safaris in the morning and the afternoon you can sunbathe, take a refreshing dip in the pool, read a book or a novel or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the atmosphere in your shelter and natural flora and fauna surroundings. All meals and overnight Mara Sopa Lodge (BLD).
DAY 13: MASAI MARA – NAIROBI – Airport
After breakfast, travel back to Nairobi arriving in time for lunch at a restaurant TOON tree where you can enjoy good Italian food. In the afternoon enjoy a tour of Nairobi City in the Sun “followed by a complimentary dinner provided by our company in the famous Carnivore Restaurant considered” the largest African eating experience “(if you do not like barbecue There is nothing better than this), and home of the Hall “Simba” one of the most popular nightclubs. It will then be transferred to the airport for your international connection for a safe journey home. (BLD)
The author is a consultant on Africa Tours and Safaris Tour Skyview Ltd