Ease your way into your Kenyan adventure with a night at Hemingway's in Nairobi before heading to Laikipia where you can ride, fish and swim in the Ewaso Narok River, or go trekking across the beautifully wild landscapes. Then fly on to Offbeat Ndoto in the renowned Masai Mara for some of Kenya's best game viewing, before heading to Manda Island for some exciting watersports and well-deserved beachfront relaxation.
BIG GAME, RIDING & BAREFOOT BEACH
HIGHLIGHTS
- Embark on some of the best riding safaris in Africa at Sosian
- Enjoy a mesmerising dinner under the stars in the Masai Mara
- Unwind at the end of your safari on the pristine beach at Manda Bay
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Arrive
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Day 1 Arrive Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi where you will be met by our Red Savannah representative and chauffeured to Hemingway's. A delightful boutique hotel on the edge of Nairobi National Park, Hemingway's South Asian-inspired restaurant and relaxing spa promise a blissful beginning to your adventures in Kenya.
Overnight: Hemingway’s Nairobi
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Day 2 Nairobi - Laikipia Plateau
Depart Nairobi and fly to the Laikipia Plateau in the foothills of Mt Kenya where you will be transferred to Sosian Lodge. You will spend the next three nights at Sosian, a private ranch with access to 75,000 acres of game viewing.
Overnight: Sosian Lodge
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Day 3 - 4 Laikipia Plateau
Riding in Africa started in Kenya and Sosian has one of the finest stables in the country. With 26 horses and ponies you can ride through the varied terrain, through rivers and along tracks, with close encounters with big game along the way. However, activities are not solely centred on the equine and are tailor-made to your own requirements, for example: game drives, walking and tracking, fishing or fly-camping.
Overnight: Sosian Lodge
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Day 5 Laikipia Plateau - Masai Mara
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to the Masai Mara. On arrival, you will be met at the airstrip and transferred to Offbeat Ndoto. An exclusive camp with just four tents and one suite, Offbeat Ndoto is ideal for intimate safaris in the Mara North Conservancy.
Overnight: Offbeat Ndoto
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Day 6 - 7 Masai Mara
Spend the next couple of days discovering why the Masai Mara is one of the world's most renowned safari destinations. You'll explore the conservancy by 4WD during both daytime and evening game drives, encountering big cats, elephant, giraffe, zebra and plentiful antelope. As well as game drives, leisurely bush walks allow you to take in your surroundings at a slower pace, while bush sundowners and dinners allow you to truly stop and immerse yourself in this breathtaking wilderness. Finally, visits to meet the local Masai will allow you a glimpse into what life is like on the reserve.
Overnight: Offbeat Ndoto
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Day 8 Masai Mara - Kenya Coast
This morning you will be transferred to the Mara North airstrip for your flight to Lamu, via Nairobi. On arrival you will be met and transferred by boat to Manda Bay. Located on the northwestern tip of Manda Island, one of the idyllic islands of the Lamu archipelago, Manda Bay is the perfect description of barefoot luxury. Small and exclusive, Manda Bay is totally private yet only a 20-minute boat ride from the restaurants and ancient culture of Shela and Lamu Town.
Overnight: Manda Bay
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Day 9 - 11 Kenya Coast
Spend the next three days at Manda Bay. The sheltered mangrove creek and the tranquil waters are ideal for kayaking and just outside the creek there is usually enough wind for sailing and windsurfing. There is also a fleet of five motor-boats that can take you out on a variety of activities including fishing, bird watching down the creeks, sightseeing in the ancient Takwa ruins (11th Century), and snorkelling in the coral gardens on the reef.
Overnight: Manda Bay
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Day 12 Kenya Coast - Nairobi
Transfer to Lamu Airport for your return flight to Nairobi to connect with your international flight home.
Overnight: Home
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Depart
GUIDELINE PRICES - Per Person
| Low | $ 10,749 |
| Mid | $ 11,428 |
| High | $ 12,773 |
BOOKING NOTES
- Price is per person, based on two people sharing a room
INCLUSIONS
- All accommodation as detailed in the itinerary.
- Daily breakfast.
- Private transfers throughout.
- All sightseeing, entrance fees and guide services as detailed in the itinerary.
- Internal flights where detailed in the itinerary.
EXTRAS
- International flights.
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary.
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, gratuities (discretionary).
- Entrance fees and excursions not specifically mentioned as included.
- Travel insurance or visa fees.
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