Out of Africa Safari
Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Kenya Adorned Safari
Overview
Our African Memoire Safari is absolutely fantastic to enjoy the beautiful wildlife parks, its highlands, its majestic Rift Valley and the savannah grasslands of Masai Mara. This Fantastic Safari will enlighten and broaden your horizons of the beauty of Kenya. On this safari you will see Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Hyena, Leopard, Cheetah, Zebra, Giraffe, Wildebeest, Mongoose and a huge variety of Birds.
Itinerary
Day 1
WELCOME TO KENYA
Welcome to Kenya on board your international flight today arriving latest by 1 pm into Nairobi and thereafter our driver guide will meet you at the airport and after a short briefing we drive to North of Nairobi to the beautiful Sweetwaters Tented Lodge which is located right on the Equator at the Ol Pejeta Ranch. Should you arrive after lunch, a packed lunch will be given to you on board your safari vehicle.
- Accommodation - Sweetwaters Serena Camp
- Facilities - Swimming pool, extensive gardens and Luxury Accommodation
- Driving time - + 3 Hrs from Nairobi
- Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Nature Walks, Night Game Drives, Camel Riding
Day 2
THE OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY
A relaxed rise today as we will enjoy a lovely breakfast followed by a full morning of game driving in this beautiful region. We will also visit the Rhino Sanctuary where we will find Baraka the Blind Rhino and many other plains game. We will also visit the only Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Kenya here during our game drive today. Return to the camp for lunch followed by a short siesta and thereafter an evening game drive to see more wildlife. Enjoy. Dinner and overnight at Sweetwaters Serena Camp
OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY
From a Working Cattle Ranch in colonial Kenya to a trailblazer of conservation innovation, the Story of Ol Pejeta is enchanting and inspirational. Today Ol Pejeta is the largest black Rhino sanctuary in East Africa and home to three of the world's last remaining Northern White Rhino. It is the only place in Kenya to see the Chimpanzee in a sanctuary established to rehabilitate animals rescued from the Black market. It has some of the highest predator densities in Kenya and yet manages a successful livestock programme. Ol Pejeta supports its neighbouring farms with wildlife conservation and education programmes, healthcare and infrastructure for the next generation of our young wildlife guardians.
Day 3
OL PEJETA TO THE GREAT RIFT VALLEY
After a hearty breakfast you will depart for Lake Elmenteita, one of the soda ash lakes in the Great Rift Valley, which is the perfect home for tens of thousands of flamingos. Arrive in time for lunch at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp. After a sumptuous lunch, have the afternoon at complete relaxation as you enjoy swimming or a walk around the lake shore followed by dinner and overnight at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp.
- Accommodation - Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
- Facilities - Luxury tents enjoying magnificent views of the Lake
- Driving time - + 4 Hrs from Ol Pejeta
- Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Balloon safaris nearby, Nature Walks and Hikes, Night Game Drive
Day 4
THE GREAT RIFT VALLEY TO MASAI MARA
After a hearty breakfast, you will depart for the fabled Masai Mara National Reserve. The enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest migrations and its home for the big five Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Arrive in time for lunch at the beautiful Mara Serena Safari Lodge. After a sumptuous lunch, you will depart for an afternoon game drive to see the game of savannah. Dinner and overnight at Mara Serena Safari Lodge.
- Accommodation - Mara Serena Safari Lodge
- Facilities - All rooms have views of the famous Mara River and Mara Plains
- Driving Time - + 5 Hrs from The Great Rift Valley
- Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Balloon Safaris nearby, Nature Walks, Hikes
Day 5 & 6
MASAI MARA
A relaxed rise followed by a hearty breakfast and thereafter a full day game drive with picnic lunch to see the varied game of the Masai Mara. This region is Kenya's most popular game sanctuary where you will have the best opportunity of spotting the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant). Optional visit to a local Maasai village. Dinner and Overnight at Mara Serena Safari Lodge.
OPTIONAL TOUR : We most highly recommend the Hot Air Balloon Safari in the Masai Mara.
Day 7
MASAI MARA TO NAIROBI
Early morning game drive followed by a hearty breakfast.Therefater you will depart for Nairobi. On arrival into Nairobi you will be transferred to the lovely Nairobi Serena Hotel which is located in the heart of the City right opposite Uhuru Park and Central Park. The Hotel boasts of the best French Restaurant in East and Central Africa. The Cafe Maghreb serves fine international cuisine and a choice of good quality Indian Cuisine for all meals. Overnight at Nairobi Serena Hotel.
- Accommodation - Nairobi Serena Hotel
- Facilities - Luxurious rooms with views either over the central park
- Driving Time - + 5 Hrs from Masai Mara
- Meals - Breakfast
- Optional Activities - Casino, Night Clubs, Museums etc
Day 8
HOMEBOUND
After a hearty breakfast, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.
SPECIAL NOTES
- Kindly fill in Traveller QR Code 24 Hour prior to departure for Kenya
- Kindly carry your Vaccination Certificate, Kindly note if you are not fully Vaccinated with two Dozes you will need to present a Covid Certificate in and out Kenya
- Please upload your Vaccination Certificate into Global Haven
- Yellow Fever and Polio Certificate
- Kenya Evisa
YOUR SAFARI EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
- Arrival meet and assist and all airport transfers
- Accommodation on FB Basis throughout your safari
- Transportation in a 4X4 Safari Landcruiser with pop up roof ideal for game viewing with a window seat for every person
- Services of an English speaking Safari Driver guide
- All the Activities as listed in the itinerary
- All Park Entrance Fees
- All Conservation Fees
- Complimentary bottled water and snack hamper in all our vehicles
- Comprehensive tour documents and Wildlife Checklist.
YOUR SAFARI EXPERIENCE EXCLUDES
- Any items of a personal nature such as drinks, tips, mineral water, laundry, telephones, extra meals etc.
- Personal Travel or Trip cancellation insurance
- International Airfare
- Visa Fees
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS
- One Bush Breakfast included
- Night Game Drive included at Sweetwaters
- Leisure day in NAirobi and late check out until 5 pm
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Payment Policy
Our Payment policy is as follows For International and Domestic Air tickets a 100 % prepayment must be received at the time of confirmation of the booking. These are subject to penalties of various kinds and therefore please confer with us to ascertain what is applicable. Payments are required as follows unless otherwise agreed 50 % deposit upon confirmation of the Safari if booked more than 90 days in advance. Balance payable 60 days prior to arrival. In case the Safari is booked within 59 days, full prepayment is required at the time of booking. All Bank Charges are to be borne by the clients or agents.
Cancellation Policy
The following Cancellation policy is application
- Over 90 days - Nil Penalty
- 89- 60 days - 20 % Penalty
- 59- 45 days - 33 % Penalty
- 44- 30 days - 50 % Penalty
- 29- 15 days - 75 % Penalty
- Less than 14 days - No refund at all
How will I Make the Booking?
To make the booking, fill up the Enquiry form, email us on outbound@mercurytravels.in or call on Toll Free 1800 266 2345.