Out of Africa Safari
Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
The Tree Where Man Was Born
Day 1
WELCOME TO KENYA
A warm welcome awaits you upon arrival at The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by our Moyo Guide. Thereafter you will depart for The Ark Lodge. A Haven in the Hills. The Ark Lodge is nestled on a slope of Mweiga Hill in the Aberdare Highlands, part of the Great Rift Valley. This captivating site was the homestead of an English couple that decided to settle in Kenya. On arrival, enjoy a Sumptuous lunch and thereafter, depart for an afternoon game drive to see the forests. Dinner and overnight stay at The Ark Lodge.
- Accommodation - The Ark Lodge
- Facilities - Cabins in the Noah's Ark style
- Driving Time - + 4 Hrs from Samburu
- Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Balloon Safaris nearby, Nature Walks, Hikes
Day 2
ABERDARES TO SAMBURU
After a hearty breakfast you will depart for Samburu National Park where you will arrive at the Elephant Bedroom Camp just before lunch. After a lovely lunch you will then proceed for an afternoon game drive where we will see animals such as the reticulated giraffe, the pinstripe Gravy Zebra, Gerenuk, the Blue Necked Somali Ostrich, Elephants, Leopards and The Black Maned Lions. Dinner and overnight at Elephant Bedroom Camp.
- Accommodation - Elephant Bedroom camp
- Facilities - Luxurious tents with a fantastic view of the Ewaso Nyiro River
- Driving Time - + 3 Hrs from Aberdares
- Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Nature Walks Visit to Samburu Tribe Village
Day 3
SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Pre-breakfast game drive followed by a hearty breakfast thereafter morning at leisure to enjoy the facilities offered by the lodge. After a Sumptuous lunch, you will depart for an afternoon game drive.The reserve is rich in wildlife with fame for abundance in rare northern specialist species such as the Grevy Zebra, Somali Ostrich,Reticulated Giraffe. Dinner and Overnight at Elephant Bedroom Camp.
Day 4
SAMBURU TO OL PEJETA
After a hearty breakfast you will depart North of Nairobi to the beautiful Sweetwaters Tented Lodge which is located right on the Equator at the Ol Pejeta Ranch arriving in time for Lunch. After lunch, depart for an afternoon game drive. Dinner and Overnight at Sweetwaters Serena Camp
- Accommodation - Sweetwaters Serena Camp
- Facilities - Swimming pool, extensive gardens and Luxury Accommodation
- Driving time - + 3 Hrs from Samburu
- Meals Breakfast - Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Nature Walks, Night Game Drives, Camel Riding
Day 5
OL PEJETA TO THE GREAT RIFT VALLEY
After a hearty breakfast, you will depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. On arrival at Nakuru, enjoy a sumptuous lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge. After a sumptuous lunch, you will depart for a game drive and visit the beautiful Park to see Lion, Rhino, the elusive Leopard, Zebra, Giraffe and of course lots of pink lesser flamingo. Lake Nakuru is famous for its huge flamingo populations due to the alkaline state of the lake. Dinner and Overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
- Accommodation - Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
- Facilities - Spacious Rooms with a Private Balcony
- Driving Time - + 4 Hrs from Aberdares
- Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Balloon Safaris nearby, Nature Walks, Hikes
Day 6
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 your chosen Camp. After a sumptuous lunch, you will depart for an afternoon game drive to see the game of savannah. Dinner and overnight at your chosen Lodge or Camp
- Accommodation Tipilikwani Mara Camp
- Facilities Luxury camp on the banks of the Talek River
- Driving Time + 5 Hrs from Rift Valley
- Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities Cultural Visits, Game Drives etc
- Accommodation - Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- Facilities - Rooms with splendid views across the valley, Swimming Pool, Gift shop
- Driving Time - + 5 Hrs from Rift Valley
- Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Optional Activities - Nature Walks, Balloon Safari and Visit to the Masai Village
Day 7 & 8
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 your chosen camp
Day 9
HOMEBOUND
After a hearty breakfast you will depart for Nairobi. On arrival, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.
- 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
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 and BB in Nairobi
- Transportation in a Safari vehicle 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
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 +91 99999 38088.