Ultimate Kenya
CAD $8,050
9 days / 8 nights
This 9-day safari, which can depart on any day of the week, offers the ultimate insight into a privileged aspect of Kenya that is never experienced by the typical safari packages. Starting from the historic luxury of Kenya’s most famous hotel, it offers three days in an exclusive bush camp located at the heart of a private conservancy on the borders of the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Thereafter, there are four days in a Robinson Crusoe-styled camp located amongst the sand dunes of the Tana River Delta, overlooking the Indian Ocean south of Lamu.
Itinerary
Arrive Nairobi
Upon arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and driven to the historic Fairmont Norfolk Hotel.
Accommodation: Fairmont Norfolk Hotel
Meal: B
Into the Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, you will be driven the short journey to Wilson Airport to connect to your 10am flight to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Arriving 45 minutes later, you will be met by your guide and driven to Serian Bush Camp in time to relax before lunch. After lunch enjoy your first game drive in this world renowned reserve before returning to camp for dinner.
Accommodation: Serian Bush Camp
Activities: Early-morning, morning, and afternoon game drive
Meal: B, L, D
On safari in the Masai Mara National Reserve
With three days on safari in the Masai Mara, the opportunities for game viewing are unprecedented.
A pristine wilderness of haunting beauty, the Mara promises a profusion of wildlife, prolific bird life and the unprecedented opportunity of catching up with all the members of the ‘Big Five’ in one morning.
Accommodation: Serian Bush Camp
Activities: Early-morning, morning, and afternoon game drive
Meal: B, L, D
Into the Tana Delta
Enjoy the morning in the Mara, leaving after lunch to connect to your 2pm flight to Malindi where you will be met (at 4pm) by our representative and driven two hours to the departure point of the boat, which will take you on a stunning 20-minute boat trip to the Delta Dunes Lodge. Arrive at the ‘wild place by the sea’ in time for dinner.
Accommodation: Delta Dunes Lodge
Meal: B, L, D
Into the Tana Delta
Three days of idyllic Robinson Crusoe living in one of just six luxurious cottages amongst the rolling sand dunes of the Tana River Delta. The 708 km Tana River flows through Garissa and Garsen before branching into a huge delta as it enters the Indian Ocean, south of Lamu. Along the last 65 km of its course it flows across a broad floodplain, which is now The Lower Delta Conservation Trust and lies under the stewardship of the Orma and Pokomo. The Orma are of Ethiopian descent and are herdsmen, while the Pokomo are farmers and fishermen and the ancestral guardians of the Ozi Forest, a sanctuary for elephants, buffaloes and many other rare species.
Accommodation: Delta Dunes Lodge
Meal: B, L, D
Depart to Nairobi
Enjoy a leisurely morning and, after lunch, retrace your boat and road journey to Malindi to connect to your flight to Nairobi and your onward connection.
Meal: L
Dates & Prices
| Departure Date | Price per person | Child (sharing)# |
|---|---|---|
| January - December 2020 | From CAD $8,545 | From CAD $5,520 |
*Price per person based on double occupancy. Due to the dynamic nature of availability and pricing, please click here to contact us directly for departure schedule and full pricing
#Children’s rates are offered on the basis of the child being under 12 years of age and sharing with an adult.
Featured Inclusions
8-night accommodations as per itinerary
Meals as per itinerary
Transportation service as per itinerary in a shared chauffeur driven safari vehicle
English speaking driver-guide
All Government taxes and levies
24 hours standby contact number
Accommodations
Fairmont Norfolk Hotel
One of the great historic hotels of the world, and a feature on Nairobi’s landscape since it opened on Christmas Day 1904, the Fairmont Norfolk Hotel has entertained such historic figures as Winston Churchill, Theodore Roosevelt and Karen Blixen. Recently exquisitely refurbished, this atmospheric and beautifully appointed hotel stands in the centre of town where it offers an unusually wide selection of 167 rooms, ranging from opulent suites to cosy cottage-style rooms set around a central garden courtyard. Dining options include the famous Lord Delamere Terrace, The Tatu Restaurant fine-dining experience and the poolside restaurant. Other facilities include a health centre (heated swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym and aerobics studio, steam and sauna), a hair-dressing salon and gift shop.
Serian Bush Camp
Serian (meaning ‘serene’ in Maasai) is the charismatic retreat of Alex Walker, filmmaker and safari guide. An exclusive bush camp, it is located at the heart of the Koiyaki/Lemek private community conservancy, which adjoins the Masai Mara National Reserve. There are just eight marquee tents overlooking the river, each with private verandah and ensuite bathroom. The central mess area stands on a raised deck and centers on a roaring log fire. The camp also offers a safari library, outdoor lounge and campfire area and a boutique. Game walks and drives are tailored to suit the clients’ wishes but typically take place early morning and late afternoon. Evening sundowner drives can also be arranged, as can night game drives, a unique activity not permitted in the actual reserve.
Delta Dunes Lodge
Standing high above the dunes, this Robinson Crusoe-styled lodge looks out over a twenty mile stretch of wide, empty beach. Similarly stunning views stretch inland over the estuary, which is a sanctuary for hippo, crocodile and a wide range of other wildlife. The swimming pool, spectacularly positioned above the dunes offers a cool retreat from the sun, while the double storey central lodge offers a restaurant, bar, lounge, boutique and open-air pergola with panoramic views. There are just six dune cottages all with a lounge and bedroom, raised on wooden platforms. Completely open, each cottage has wonderful views, enormous double beds and ensuite bathrooms. Activities include boat trips on the estuary, sundowner cruises, game and bird walks with local trackers, channel fishing for rock cod and red snapper, plus sand-yachting, windsurfing and canoeing.
