"Our hotels, services and meals throughout the trip were excellent. We had top-notch drivers, and I wanted to have at least one female guide to share information from a feminine perspective; that was accomplished on this wonderful trip. I would have no hesitation in using Shades of Africa in the future or recommending Shades of Africa to others."
The most famous attractions are on your itinerary:
Break off your own twig toothbrush
Identify animal footprints
Build a fire without using matches
Meet the Maasai and Samburu people
Eat at Nairobi’s Carnivore Restaurant; try exotic game meats roasted over open spits, from pork and ostrich to crocodile and zebra.
DAY 1 & 2
USA/Canada-London-Nairobi
Depart USA/Canada on an overnight flight to London. Arrive early in the morning with time for sightseeing and shopping. In the evening, board an overnight flight to Nairobi.
DAY 3
Nairobi
This morning arrive early in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya, referred to as the “Green City in the Sun.” You are met by your Shades of Africa guide and transferred to the Safari Park Hotel. The rest of the morning is free. Your adventure begins this afternoon, with visits to the Karen Blixen Museum and Giraffe Manor, where children can feed the rare Rothschild’s Giraffe.
Nairobi-Amboseli
After breakfast, drive to Amboseli National Park.
En route, stop over at the Ostrich farm where children can open, prepare and eat an ostrich egg while learning interesting facts about the giant birds. The day’s highlight is a ride on a tame ostrich! Have lunch, and continue on to Amboseli for an evening game drive and beautiful views of Africa’s highest mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro. Your time in Amboseli includes game drives, swimming in a heated outdoor swimming pool, and visiting a Maasai Village. This fascinating Kenyan tribe still retains its ancient culture, and will greet you with singing as you enter their compound. You may dance along and compare your jumping skills with the male warriors (the Morani). See their homes (manyatta) and schools, learn how to start a fire. Ask questions as you experience their traditional way of life. This is an experience in true African hospitality.
Amboseli-Sweetwaters
After breakfast, you will fly to Mt. Kenya. On the way to Sweetwaters Tented Camp, stop on the Equator, where children see special demonstrations and get an Equator Certificate. At Sweetwaters, visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary founded by Jane Goodall. Watch the animals entertain with funny antics as park rangers feed them; take a boat ride on the river to see more chimps playing in the trees. Then visit other rescued animals, such as Morani, the tame black rhino, and Caroline the warthog. Interacting closely with the animals makes this a unique experience, and your visit supports their survival. Enjoy a nature walk with your naturalist/ guide, a special late night game drive to see the most elusive animals, and an optional camel or horseback ride. Visit the ‘hands on’ museum to learn more about the animals in the park.
Sweetwaters-Samburu
Drive north to the Samburu Game Reserve. An evening game drive will acquaint you with this semi-desert ecosystem. Children are welcomed at the Intrepids Hotel Explorer’s Club, which includes educational activities led by a naturalist. Take a guided nature walk; visit a local village and learn about Samburu life and culture.
Samburu-Maasai Mara
After breakfast, fly to Maasai Mara Game Reserve, a major site in the annual wildebeest Migration. Your naturalist/guide will take you on a walk to identify animal footprints and to visit a local village. An exciting game drive is planned for this evening. As in Samburu,
children are once again in the Explorer’s Club, this time led by a Maasai Naturalist. Activities today include learning the uses of plants and trees, identifying animals by their sounds, spotting birds and catching butterflies.
Maasai Mara-Nairobi
Fly to Nairobi. Relax in your day room at the Safari Park Hotel, and enjoy a leisurely swim or other activities. This evening, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on an overnight flight to London.
DAY 13
Arrive early in London where you have some time for shopping and sightseeing before boarding your flight back to the USA/Canada.
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Single Room Supplement= $914 (High season) Single room Suppiment = $330 (Low season)
Price is based on a minimum of 2 persons travelling. If family group has three or more travelling, Land cost is discounted by 5-8% .
Child Rates: Land Portion only. Infant: Under 2 years old- Free Child: Over 2 years and under 12 years old - 50% of adult sharing room with 2 parents. 75% sharing own room. Child: Over 12 years is considered an adult and pay full rates.
Shades of Africa air supplement: NY/Newark-London-Nairobi Roundtrip Economy Class airfare from $1250.
All air quotes are subject to change and carry penalties and surcharges. Flight confirmation is based upon availability.
Add on fares available from other cities. Business Class fares available. High season supplements apply. Taxes not included. Dates shown are guaranteed, but other departures can be arranged for any day of the year.
*Holiday is Easter, Christmas and or New Year
PRICES ABOVE INCLUDE: > Visits of Maasai/Samburu villages and schools. > Boat ride through Chimp Sanctuary. Safari Journal & Jack Hanna’s Safari Adventure. > Admittance to Explorer’s Club for Children. > Karen Blixen and Giraffe Manor. > Ostrich Farm. > Equator demonstrations & Certificates. > Park Rangers & Sweetwaters Museum fees. > Lunch at Carnivore Restaurant. > Guaranteed departures. > Domestic flights /airfare included. > All park entrance fees. > All game drives in clean, comfortable mini-van with pop up top for game viewing –window seats guaranteed. > Professional English speaking guide. > Shades of Africa representative will meet and escort you at all transfers, help you exchange money, escort to all hotels, orientation briefing. > Services by the flying doctors. > Shades of Africa safari kit: safari hat, passport wallet to hold passport / itinerary/ tickets.
Disclaimer: All Pricing and Itineraries are subject to confirmation!
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