Combining the fantastic experience of flying over Kenya’s wilderness with incredible value and luxury, this 8-day safari lets you see Kenya’s amazing wildlife in fabulous comfort with a luxury safari price that is truly ‘within reach.’ Staying at some of Kenya’s premier luxury tented camps and guided by a professional safari guide, you’ll spend your nights in sublime surroundings and your days in exciting pursuit & observation of Kenya’s tremendous wildlife

SUMMARY

• High Season @ USD 4,970 per person
• Peak Season @ USD 6,400 per person

What’s included on the price of this 10 day package Treasures of Kenya Expedition

NAIROBI

• All airport transfers
• Meet & Greet service for briefing and debriefing

ELSA’S KOPJE (MERU)

• Full board accommodation
• Park fees
• Airstrip transfers
• Game drives at Meru National Park
• Soft drinks, beer, non-premium wine
• Guided walks
• Bush picnics
• Laundry

SARUNI SAMBURU & SARUNI MARA

• Road Transfer from Meru – Samburu
• Full board accommodation
• Exclusive use of vehicle
• Airstrip transfers
• Soft drinks, beer, house wine & non luxury spirits
• Laundry
• Shared Day & Night Game-drives
• Guided bush walks
• Bush Meals
• One complimentary massage per cottage
• Conservancy fees
• Sundowner & picnic excursions

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

• Nairobi – Meru
• Samburu – Mara
• Mara – Nairobi

What’s is not included on the price of this 10 day package Treasures of Kenya Expedition

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Premium drinks
• Tipping
• Excess baggage charges levied by airlines
• Personal and baggage insurance
• Cost for anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusions section
   

Highlights

• Meru National Park is the home of Joy and George Adamson and Elsa the lioness where the setting for Joy Adamson’s book “Born Free”, the story of the Adamson’s life and research amongst lion and cheetah. “Elsa” the lioness was the most well-known and her grave is marked here.
• Excellent game viewing in the park which included big herds of Elephants among other animals.
• Rhino sanctuary with more than 20 black and 40 white rhinos, many of whom were reintroduced here from Lake Nakuru National Park.
• Have an excellent views of snow-capped Mount Kenya and the park’s has a beautiful landscape.
• For bird lovers, More than 427 different species have been recorded.
• Samburu National Reserve situated alongside the Ewaso Nyiro River, there is plenty to attract wildlife from the surrounding savannah plains.
• The river bustles with activity from its huge population of Nile crocodile.
• “Samburu Special Five” the reserve is rich in specialist unique wildlife species such as the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and the beisa oryx (also referred to as Samburu Special Five).
• The reserve is also home to elephants and large predators such as the lion, leopard and cheetah.
• Kamunyak the miracle lioness that adopted the baby oryx was as a resident in the reserve.
• Its home to the Samburu People (Close relatives to Maasai) who are herders of camel, cattle- and goat.
• Samburu National Reserve boasts over 350 different species of birds.
• The reserve’s topography is mainly open savannah (grassland) with clusters of acacia trees, forest, thorn trees and grassland vegetation.
• The second home to the famous conservationists George Adamson and Joy Adamson raised Elsa the Lioness made famous in the best-selling book and award winning movie “Born free”.
• Several recreational activities at Mount Kenya Safari Club which includes; horseback back rides, playing golf at the equator, croquet, a bowling green, table tennis, swimming,  visit to the animal orphanage,  nature walks with the Resident Naturalist
• From the Tusks restaurant you will have the great view of the majestic mountain.
• Masai Mara is best place for viewing the big five; Lion, Elephants, Rhino, and Leopard & Buffalo.
• The reserve is graced by a wide variety of unique and exquisite wildlife and over 400 different birds’ species.
• While at the Mara, you have the opportunity to visit a Maasai cultural village and learn more about their indigenous lifestyle.
• Best place to experience the hot air balloon adventure followed by bush champagne Breakfast.
• The famous annual Wildebeests crossing Mara River takes place their

EXCLUSIONS

• All items of personal nature and not mention in itinerary e.g. shopping, body treatments, alcoholic drinks etc.
• Any optional of the activities are not included.
• All statutory increases beyond our control
• Tips to the Hotel staff and Driver Guide.
• Hot air balloon
• International flights
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa fee.

INCLUSIONS

• An unmatched private customized safari services.
• Accommodation  and meals as per the itinerary; full board while on safari, Bed and breakfast for city hotels (B.L.D)
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure irrespective of the airline and time of arrival and/or departure.
• Transportation, transfers, sightseeing and game viewing as detailed in the safari itinerary package.
• World finest local, professional English speaking driver guides.
• Authentic private and personal Tour leader in addition to the driver guide as per the package.
• Game drives in a 4×4 Land Cruiser, custom built to provide ample leg room.
• Guaranteed window seats, maximum of six guests per vehicle when sharing safari vehicle.
• Complimentary and unlimited bottled water and soft drinks in the safari vehicles.
• Three internal schedule flights for maximizing comfort & time.
• Complimentary tour to a cultural Samburu or Masai Village.
• Tips and gratuities for Hotel staff and driver guide.
• Internet access where applicable.
• Binoculars and field guide books provided in the safari vehicle.
• Bean bags for use in the vehicle for stabilizing photography.
• Park & Conservation fees as per the package.
• Service charges, hotel taxes and government taxes as per NOW.
• Safari hat or cap that is provided to you at the start of the safari.
• 24/7 DK Grand Safaris on call support from Concierge.
• Farewell meals organized by Concierge team in a Nairobi restaurant.
• Membership to Flying Doctors Society services.
• Guaranteed departure; Minimum of two guests.

INTERNAL SCHEDULE FLIGHTS INCLUDED

• Wilson Airport (Nairobi) to Meru National Park
• Nanyuki (Mount Kenya Safari Club) to Masai Mara Game Reserve
• Masai Mara Game Reserve to Wilson Airport (Nairobi)

• Lavish Getaway
• 8 day flying safari
• Meru
• (Elewana Elsa’s Kopje)
• Masai Mara
• (Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp)
• From US$ 6,203 per person

Details

• Discover Meru National Park; recognised as having East Africa’s largest diversity of animal species
• With their original safari heirlooms from the 1920’s, Cottars 1920’s Safari Camp is owned and run by the Cottar family
• Interact with authentic, traditional and colourful tribal communities
• The original luxury safari experience in elegant lodges & camps
• Conservation & Community Opportunities – Meru Rhino Sanctuary, Land & Life Foundation & Maasai cultural visits.

Prices

• MID SEASON   |    05 Jan – 02 Apr, 01 – 30 Jun, 01 Nov – 19 Dec
• Per person sharing $6,203
• Single room* $7,610
• Child 12-17yrs sharing/own room** $4,673

HIGH SEASON   |   01 Jul – 31 Oct 20 – 31 Dec

• Per person sharing $8,519
• Single room* $10,524
• Child 12-17yrs sharing/own room** $6,150

GREEN SEASON   |   03 Apr – 31 May

• Per person sharing $4,848
• Single room* $5,856
• Child 12-17yrs sharing/own room** $3,642

Notes

• Internal flights – Baggage restriction of 15kgs on all flights preferably in small bags
• Internal flights – Single travellers may be charged an excess if there are no other passengers booked on their flight
• *Single travellers – Single supplement waived for first single per booking
• **Child rates – A child 12-17 yrs in his or her own room will be charged a single room rate. Children 3-11yrs rate available on request
• Kenya Wildlife Service charges a supplement of US$20 per night game drive and per game walk per person while staying at Elsa’s Kopje.

Included

• Full board accommodation
• Soft drinks, beer, house wines & selected spirits
• Park and conservancy fees
• One day in the Masai Mara Reserve
• Safari activities including game drives
• Scheduled flights & domestic flight departure tax
• Airport & airstrip transfers
• AMREF Flying Doctors Membership
• Laundry & all statutory taxes.

Excluded

• Champagne, luxury spirits & select wines
• Additional activities not mentioned in inclusions
• All statutory increases beyond our control
• International flights & visa fees
• Gratuities

• 10 day driving safari with specialist guide
• Laikipia
• (Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp)
• Masai Mara
• (Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp)
• From US$ 1,504 per person

Prices

MID SEASON   |  05 Jan – 31, Mar 01 – 30, Jun 01 – 19 Dec

• Per person sharing $5,593
• Single room* $1,504
• Child 3-11yrs sharing with 1 or 2 adults $1,782
• Child 12-17yrs sharing/own room** $4,184

HIGH SEASON   |   01 Jul – 31, Oct 20 – 31 Dec

• Per person sharing $6,390
• Single room supplement $1,904
• Child 3-11yrs sharing with 1 or 2 adults $1,782
• Child 12-17yrs sharing/own room** $4,787

GREEN SEASON   |    03 Apr – 31 May

• Per person sharing N/A
• Single room supplement N/A
• Child 3-11yrs sharing with 1 or 2 adults N/A
• Child 12-17yrs sharing/own room** N/A

Notes

• This safari operates with a minimum of 2 pax and maximum of 10 pax per departure. Maximum 5 pax per vehicle
• This is a fixed itinerary with set departure date
• A specialist safari guide will be accompanying the group Cheli & Peacock have a variety of specialist guides with varying areas of expertise
• This itinerary does not operate in April & May
• Internal flights – Baggage restriction of 15kgs on all flights preferably in small bags
• A private departure is recommended for families with small children
• **Child rates – A child 12-17yrs in his or her own room will be charged a single room rate

Summary
Samburu National Reserve, Meru National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve.

What is included?
-    Park fees
-    Transfers and game drives in hatch roof safari minibus
-    Full board accommodation in selected camp
-    Evacuation insurance
-    Professionally trained English speaking tour guide
-    A litre of drinking water per person per day

What is NOT included?
-    Any optional activities such as village visit, balloon safaris, night game viewing, guided nature walks, e.t.c
-    Alcoholic / non alcoholic beverages, laundry, visa, email, e.t.c
-    Local or international flights
-    Tips
-    Any other item not mentioned in the above program

Additional notes:
-    Costs reduce with increasing number of participants
-    Additional nights can be organized in various parks
-    Extra nights in Nairobi can be organized at discounted rates
-    Safari is flexible and can be extended to the beach
-    Local flights can be incorporated on request
-    Can be upgraded to high end luxury camps on request

This eight day package offers you the highlights of the country – it is an ideal opportunity to rediscover the grand and exotic wilds of Kenya and connect once more to the cradle of mankind.

This exclusive flying safari showcases some of Kenya’s most famous and most diverse wilderness areas, while travelling ‘on the wing’ allows you to optimize every minute of your Kenya stay. Commencing in Amboseli, the Wings Safari offers guaranteed sightings of large herds of elephants against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. 

Flying northwards to the unique and less populated Meru Park, and thereafter, you fly south-west to the Tanzanian border where the Masai Mara and the Serengeti share the same massive eco-system, which is most famous for the annual migration of the wildebeest. Travelling on light aircraft with personalized meet and greet services throughout, this safari is light on travel-time and long on safari experiences. It also features some of Kenya’s most charmingly luxurious tented camps.

Includes:

All domestic flights in SkySafari's executive aircraft, meals as specified in the itinerary, one litre of mineral water per day, Shared daytime game drives in specially adapted 4x4 game drive vehicles, Safari activities such as: bush breakfast, walking safari, scenic sundowners, massage, nature walk, authentic Masai village visit, farewell dinner, Drinks include: mineral water, soft drinks, juices, tea/coffee, beer, house wines, selected spirits park fees, English- speaking driver guide

Excludes:

• Spa treatments, sundowner cocktails and other activities not included in the package price

Accommodation:

• Luxury tented camps
• Activities
• Game drive, nature walk, sundowners

Regions:

• Nairobi
• Amboseli National Park
• Meru National Park
• Masai Mara National Reserve

This 14-day adventure encompasses the wildlife highlights of Kenya and Tanzania in an epic journey of excitement and discovery, taking in the national parks of Meru, Samburu and the Masai Mara before you fly south to experience the wonders of the Serengeti, Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater.

Begin at the delightfully quirky Giraffe Manor in Nairobi, where your 4-legged hosts are the star of the show. Continue to Elsa’s Kopje in Meru National Park, where big game adventures await you where Elsa the lioness of ‘Born Free’ fame found her freedom. You then fly to the iconic Samburu Reserve for two nights at Samburu Intrepids before visiting the fabled lands of the Masai Mara, where Mara Intrepids boasts front-row seats to the Great Migration.

Next, travel to Tanzania and in the sweeping plains of the Serengeti you enjoy incredible wildlife encounters and hot air balloon safaris at Singita Serengeti Lodge. Flying east, your last stop is The Manor at Ngorongoro, where Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater’s big game and birding spectacles will leave you spellbound.

Dates & Pricing 

Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently. Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice, Single supplements may apply

Included

• 13 nights accommodation on full board basis
• Game drives
• Hot air balloon safari
• Scheduled flights as specified in the itinerary
• Transfers as specified in the itinerary
• Kenya park and reserve fees
• Tanzania park entrance fees
• Tanzania government taxes and levies
• Tanzania medical evacuation cover

Not Included

• International flights
• Airport taxes
• All meals and drinks not specified
• Tips and gratuities
• Items of a personal nature

SUMMARY