Welcomes you to Kenya !

Kenya promises the globe's most magnificent wildlife parks, unsullied beaches, thriving coral reefs, memorable mountain scapes and ancient Swahili cities. It captivates globetrotters with its blend of spectacular safari country, pulsating cities and sugary beach retreats. Synonymous with adventure and excitement, famous wildlife reserves and the thrill of tracking the ‘Big Five’ – with a visit to Kenya, you are assured to explore untamed Africa at its best.

The Swahili word safari (literally, journey) wouldn't mean much to most people if it

wasn't for this East African adventure land.

ITINERARY DAY 1 ARRIVAL NAIROBI – TRANSFER TO HEMMINGWAY HOTEL Arrival into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, after you disembark off the flight you will be met by Safari Trails representatives who will proceed with you to immigrations and thereafter through custom procedures. You will then be transferred to Hemmingways Hotel. On arrival at the hotel, enjoy welcome drinks and refreshments, while you complete check in formalities. Hallmark Hemmingways hospitality, borne out of decades of expertise in welcoming guests to Kenya, makes you the focus of every design. This new hotel, only 40 min drive away from International Airport, completes our definitive collection which encompasses the beach and the bush. Overnight at The Hemmingways Hotel (B) DAY 2 NAIROBI – SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE Breakfast at Leisure. After breakfast proceed to Giraffe Centre and Karen Blixen Museum. The giraffe centre is a wonderful and refreshing experience undertaken during African

Mecca's Out Of Africa excursion starting in Nairobi. The tour gives a completely up close and personal interaction where guests have the opportunity to view giraffes as well as feed them. Karen Blixen Museum was once the centre piece of a farm at the foot of the Ngong Hills owned by Danish Author Karen and her Swedish

Husband, Baron Bror von Blixen Fincke. Located 10km from the city centre, the Museum belongs to a different time period in the history of Kenya. The farm house gained international fame with the release of the movie ‘Out of Africa’ an Oscar winning film based on Karen’s an autobiography by the same title.

In the afternoon, transfer to the famous Carnivore Restaurant for lunch. The Carnivore is the ultimate 'Beast of a Feast' A variety of meat including ostrich, crocodile and camel is roasted over charcoal and carved at your table. Delicious side dishes and an exceptional array of sauces complement this fixed price feast that also includes soup, a selection of desserts and Kenyan coffee. Set in attractive tropical gardens, the service and the décor are outstanding.

After lunch, transfer to Domestic Airport for your charter flight to Samburu National Reserve. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Joy’s Camp. Enjoy enroute game drive. An elegant oasis in the spectacular arid landscapes of Samburu; Joy’s Camp is built on the site of Joy Adamson’s tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The camp overlooks a large natural spring where elephant and lion jostle for watering rights with herds of buffalo and the rare desert species of Beisa Oryx, reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra.

The eastern corner of the Samburu eco-system, Shaba is a secluded idyll; which Joy’s Camp guests can enjoy as a private experience, out of the hustle and bustle of Samburu – an arid landscape dotted with lush springs and Rocky River gorges, home to unique and rare wildlife species. Dinner and Overnight at Joy’s Camp (B, L, D) Day 3 FULL DAY IN SAMBURU GAME RESERVE Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the game reserve. This is elephant and leopard country – rocky hills, huge acacias, and lush springs, the

perfect habitat. Shaba is also home to the rare northern species; gerenuk (giraffe antelope), herds of Beisa oryx, Grevy zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, striped hyena – and a wonderful place to see klipspringer! The camp is famous for its night gamedrives – clients have a full morning gamedrive, relax in camp in the afternoon, before a “theater dinner” at 6.30pm, and out for a long night gamedrive till about 10pm. These arid lands, unlike the cooler

savannahs have lots of activity going on after dark – wild cat, lions, aardwolf, hyena, owls, leopards … All Meals and Overnight at Joy’s Camp (B, L, D)

DAY 4 SAMBURU GAME RESERVES – MOUNT KENYA Breakfast at Leisure. After breakfast check out from the camp and drive to Mount Kenya arriving in time for Lunch at Mount Kenya Safari Club. With magnificent views of majestic Mount Kenya, the Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club Resort's 120 luxuriously appointed hotel rooms, set in over 100 acres of landscaped gardens, offer a unique blend of comfort, relaxation and adventure. It’s no wonder the resort emerged a winner in the 2013 Travellers Choice Awards and that Travel & Leisure Magazine often positions it in the 'World's Top 50' List. Originally the retreat of movie star and Club founder, William Holden, the Club's illustrious former members have included Winston Churchill and Bing Crosby. Dinner and overnight at Mount Kenya Safari Club (B, L, D) Day 5 MOUNT KENYA – SWEETWATERS - MOUNT KENYA Breakfast at Leisure in Tusks Restaurant, after breakfasts proceed to Sweetwaters for a Game Drive and Lunch.

Game drives - cum - visit to the rescued chimpanzees’- and black rhino’s sanctuaries. Ol Pajeta conservancy is host to all the members of the ‘Big Five' (elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo and leopard), the conservancy has a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any Kenyan national park and is one of only four private game conservancies to have been founded in Kenya and shelters large numbers of rare and endangered species. Later drive back to Mount Kenya Safari Club. Rest of the evening is spent at leisure.

Dinner and overnight at Mount Kenya Safari Club (B, L, D)

Day 6 MOUNT KENYA – MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE This morning, proceed to the Bush Breakfast site, after breakfast return back to the club to complete check – out formalities. Later proceed to Nanyuki Airstrip for your charter flight to Masai Mara On arrival at Masai Mara, a warm welcome awaits you at the airstrip. Proceed to Elewana Sand River Camp for Welcome drinks and check in procedures. Located on the banks of a river from which it has taken its name, Sand River Masai Mara is located within the Masai Mara National Reserve, close to the Tanzanian border. Situated on a secluded and picturesque site, Sand River Masai Mara replicates the heyday of exclusive permanent tented camps of the late 1920’s.

Sand River Masai Mara is an ideal destination, at any time of the year, for those wishing to enjoy exceptional game-viewing. The National Reserve is best known for its large concentrations of big cats, such as leopard, cheetah and, of course, lion. Even the dramatic arrival of the Annual Migration merely adds to an already abundant resident wildlife that awaits discovery.

Sand River Masai Mara comprises of 16-tented accommodations - including 1 family tent - each divided into two separate but adjoining campsites, with each area possessing its own designated dining and public areas, thereby creating an increased sense of exclusivity and privacy. This afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in ‘’ The World Famous Masai Mara Game Reserve’’ The Masai Mara Game Reserve is often called simply “The Mara” - a Masai word meaning “mottled” - a reference to its patchy landscape.

The Reserve covers 1,510 sq km (580 sq miles) and raises 1,500-2,170 meters above sea level. The terrain of the reserve is primarily grassland and riverine forest with clumps of distinctive acacia trees. The Masai Mara ecosystem holds one of the highest lion densities in the world and this is where over two million wildebeest,

zebra and Thompson gazelle migrate annually. It hosts over 95 species of mammals and 570 recorded species of birds. The wildlife of the Masai Mara is world-renowned, with the so-called “Big Five”- buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion and rhinoceros – evident throughout the year. The “Big Nine” - including cheetah, zebra, giraffe and hippo -

extends this experience. The Masai Mara also plays host to the ‘Annual Migration’ but whatever the time of year the resident wildlife will surely enthrall and entertain all who visit this wondrous Park. Quench your thirst with traditional Sundowner drinks and canapés in the evening. Later enjoy delicious dinner at the camp Dinner and overnight at Elewana Sand River Camp (B, L, D)

Day 7 MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE Start the day with an early morning Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Masai Mara. Balloon trips typically begin with a dawn wake-up call, a cup of tea, and a short drive to the take-

off site. Here guests can watch as the balloon is inflated then, as it rights itself, they are invited to climb into the 8-10 person baskets (which is equipped with safety belts). Piloted by a qualified balloon pilot, the balloon will drift in the direction of the prevailing wind and can rise up and down according to the pilot's

wishes. An ideal way of viewing game, it is an unforgettable experience that usually lasts around 45 minutes to an hour before coming down to a controlled landing. Traditionally a champagne breakfast is then served (usually a full English breakfast) as flying certificates are handed out. Enjoy a game drive back to the lodge in another vehicle. Relax or catch up on sleep after the early wake up call or you may opt for a visit to a local Masai Village accompanied by Masai Naturalist. Enjoy lunch at the camp. Proceed for another exciting game drive, where you can expect to see the famous 'Big 5', if you are lucky, you can witness a kill in action, moment by moment, right in front of your unbelieving eyes! Overnight at Elewana Sand River Camp (B, L, D) DAY 8 MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE This morning, collect packed Lunch boxes from the camp and proceed to Mara River. The Mara river is a great place to view the hippo's , crocodiles and ‘’The Great Wildbeest

Migration’’. The mighty Mara River snakes across the northern tip of the Serengeti National Park on its westward flow into Lake Victoria. The Mara River is most famous for the legendary wildebeest crossing, a dramatic event, which is featured in countless wildlife documentaries. Hippos abound in these dark waters, along with massive Nile crocodiles

looming just below the murky surface. Large herds of buffalo graze on the verdant floodplains and groups of giraffe glide through the shady groves of acacia trees. In the evening, celebrate your final night in the Magical Mara by proceeding for a bush dinner.

DAY 9 MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE – NAIROBI – DEPART Finish your last morning in the Mara with an early morning game drive followed by breakfast on the banks of the Sand River. After breakfast, you will be transferred to Keekorok Airstrip for you charter flight departing to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Complete check in formalities for your departure flight.

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