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Samburu & Maasai Mara
USD 11050
JAN-DEC
10 NIGHTS
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We are able to vary the price of this trip considerably, simply by swapping out the lodges that it contains. This is likely to have a very significant effect on the level of polish of the trip, but in all cases it will remain cool and authentic. Make your selection here and the lodges will automatically change in the itinerary below.
USD 23700 per person
This trip includes only the very best lodges in each location, suitable if you are looking for the ultimate polished and elegant experience.
Trip Summary
Start location : Nairobi International
Nairobi
01 : Giraffe Manor
Samburu
02 : Sasaab
03 : Sasaab
04 : Sasaab
Mara Confluence
05 : Sala’s Camp
06 : Sala’s Camp
07 : Sala’s Camp
Mara Triangle
08 : Angama Mara
09 : Angama Mara
10 : Angama Mara
End location : Nairobi International
Nairobi
The capital of Kenya, Nairobi is a major city and the primary transport hub for East Africa. It's a typically hectic place, but with some pleasant quiet suburbs, a good range of hotels and some interesting activities, notably the famous giraffe and baby elephant sanctuaries.
Day 1
Arrival : Nairobi International Airport
lodge
Giraffe Manor
Giraffe Manor is located in the Langata area to the southwest of Nairobi.
The house is centred on an original 1930's manor house.
Guest accommodation is in twelve rooms of various descriptions.
Activities include visits to the world famous David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and modest vehicle safari inside the national park.
A real highlight is a visit to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Some modest vehicle safari is possible inside Nairobi National Park.
Samburu
Set 230 km north of Nairobi, Samburu National Reserve is an arid and particularly atmospheric safari area, with a full range of wildlife, notably including Grevy’s zebras, reticulated giraffes and gerenuks. Guest accommodation is in a wide range of lodges, the best of which are mostly located in the peaceful private conservancies around the periphery.
Day 2 , 3 , 4
Fly : Nairobi Wilson to Samburu Sasaab
lodge
Sasaab
Sasaab Camp is located in the Samburu area.
The lodge is centred on elegant public areas, leading out to a beautiful swimming pool.
Guest accommodation is in seven sumptuous Luxury Rooms with private spa baths and one large Family Suite.
Activities include vehicle safari, walking safari, camel safari and village visits.
The primary activity is vehicle safari, both in the conservancy and into the main reserve.
There are also options for modest camel safari along the river ...
... and bush dinners in the company of your Samburu hosts.
Mara Confluence
Set 200 km west of Nairobi, Mara Confluence is the sector of the Maasai Mara which is best known for migration river crossings Jul-Oct and has a very wide range of lodge options. But some serious traffic issues.
Day 5 , 6 , 7
Fly : Samburu Sasaab to Mara Keekorok
lodge
Sala's Camp
Sala's Camp is located in the Mara Confluence area.
The camp is centred on an elegant tented mess.
Accommodation is in five Luxury Tents located along the river ...
... plus one larger Forest Family Tent with two bedrooms ...
... and one Honeymoon Tent.
Activities are centred on daytime vehicle safari, bush picnics and balloon safari.
The primary activity is vehicle safari during daylight hours.
Balloon safari is an excellent but pricey extra.
Mara Triangle
Set 200 km west of Nairobi, Mara Triangle is the sector of the Maasai Mara which is best known for migration river crossings Jul-Oct, with guest accommodation in a good range of properties and offering a decent range of safari and cultural activities. But with significant traffic issues.
Day 8 , 9 , 10
lodge
Angama Mara
Angama Mara is located in the Mara Triangle area.
The lodge is divided into two halves, each centred on a central building.
Guest accommodation is in 15 Tented Suites in each camp, with private butler service.
Activities include vehicle safari, bush picnics, balloon safari, walking safari and cultural visits.
The primary activity is vehicle safari in the Mara Triangle during daylight hours.
Balloon safari is a fantastic but expensive paid extra.
Day 11
Departure : Nairobi International
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