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 10 Days of Exclusive Safari and Beach holiday by Air

10 Days Shaba National Reserve, Elephant Pepper in Mara North Conservancy and Kiwayu Island Lamu

Departure on a daily basis at 08.00am (Please enquire for more nights)

 

Day 1, 2&3: Nairobi - Shaba (3 Nights Full Board)

Kiwayu island0600 hrs - You will be picked from your Hotel by our representative and transferred to the Wilson Airport. Flights to Shaba take off at 0730 hrs and land in Chaffa Airstrip at 08.30hrs. You will be met at the airstrip and transferred to Joy's Camp.  

An elegant oasis in the arid lands of Samburu; Joy’s Camp is built on the site of Joy Adamson’s tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The 10 chic canvas bedrooms have breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. 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. Each sumptuous tent is uniquely decorated with Boran/Somali cloth design, handmade glass and the vibrant fabrics of the local nomadic tribes creating a chic, sophisticated and stylish camp. Each tent has its own private veranda, ideal for game viewing as well as relaxing, reading and soaking up the truly wild environs offered by Shaba. The eastern corner of the Samburu eco-system, Shaba is a secluded idyll; an arid landscape dotted with lush springs and rocky river gorges. Joy’s Camp is the perfect choice for discerning guests interested in a glimpse of Kenyan history, as well as those looking for an authentic wildlife experience combined with the comfort of a luxury-tented camp.

Activities

Daytime Game Drives, Guided Bush Walks, Bush Breakfasts along Ewaso Nyiro River and Gorge, Sundowners, Cultural Visits to a Boran Village, Swimming pool, Massage, Shop / Joy Adamson Museum, Trips to Magado Crater Singing wells.

 

Day 4,5 & 6: Shaba  - Masai Mara. (3 Nights Full Board)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Shaba Airstrip and take a flight to Olderikesi Group Ranch in Masai Mara. On Landing you will be transferred to Cottars 1920's Camp.

The Cottar Safari tradition began in 1919. Nearly 90 years on, The camp continues to provide an unparalleled safari experience to discerning clients in Africa. Extending an era of luxury and quality, returning to the original spirit and essence of ‘safari’, reminiscent of a golden era – an era of romance, professional guiding, adventure and elegance. Situated in the Masai Mara, in an untouched exclusive concession bordering the Serengeti and Loliondo reserves, the area guarantees privacy and an abundance of wildlife. The camp accommodates up to 22 guests in authentic white canvas tents, which are spacious and luxuriously furnished. They incorporate original safari antiques from the '20's, private en suite dressing room and bathrooms, main bedrooms and verandas.

Activities
Day & Night Game Drives, Guided Bush Walks Bush Meals Sundowners Cultural Visits, River Swimming Fishing Swimming Pool Massage.

 

Day 7, 8 & 9 : Masai Mara - Nairobi - Lamu

Depart after breakfast and take a flight from Masai Mara to Wilson airport  Nairobi to connect with your flight to Lamu. You arrive in Kiwayu just in the afternoon. Upon arrival you will be transferred to Kiwayu Resort to start your 4 day beach holiday.

Kiwayu is situated forty kilometres north of Lamu, off Kenya’s remote North Coast. It nestles amongst sand dunes overlooking a sheltered lagoon and the Indian Ocean. Staying in spacious cottages (crafted by hand from local materials), spread out along one kilometre of private sandy shoreline, guests will experience tranquility and ultimate privacy. All one can hear is the sound of the sea, the wind rushing through palm leaves and the melodic twitter of exotic birds. Kiwayu is a natural, simple but luxurious retreat. Miles of deserted beaches with soft white sand and the soothing sound of waves will soon awaken the senses and lead you back to nature’s eternal rhythms. Kiwayu offers a retreat to those who wish to return to a natural lifestyle and who desire contact with the best and most simple sea-faring life that Kenya can offer.

Activities
Laser sailing, Windsurfing Snorkeling, Body Boarding Kayaking, Deep Sea fishing, Reef fishing, Creek fishing in the mangrove channels, Guided dune walks / bird watching, Evening Dhow cruises, Visit to Swahili fishing village of Mkokoni. Mangrove trips in motorized canoe, Private Lunch on Kiwayu Island, Private Lunch on Kongoali beach, Day-trips to Lamu by boat (or by scenic flight, by prior arrangement), Speed-boat day excursion with picnic lunch and snorkelling at Kui or Simambaya.

 

Day 10: Depart Lamu for home

Depart Kiwayu in the afternoon (15:30) for Nairobi via Malindi. Arrive in Nairobi at 07:30hrs where upon you will be transferred to Wilson airport for your homebound flight.

Rates in US$

 

Season Dates

Rate per person sharing

Low season

16 Mar -  29 April

4990

Peak Season

01 Jul - 31 Oct/15 Dec - 31 Dec.

6795

High season

01Jan - 31 Mar / 01 Nov-14 Dec

6250

 

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NB: 2 pax minimum

  • There is supplement for Easter, Christmas and New Year, there for you should ask for separate quote for that period of time.

  • Kiwayu is closed in May and June

 
 

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 safari packages

East Africa Safari Destinations

    Kenya

 

   Masai Mara Reserve

   Amboseli National Park

   Samburu National park

   The Great Rift Valley

   Laikipia Conservancies


Uganda

 

    Murchison Falls

    Queen Elizabeth

    Bwindi

Northern Tanzania

 

   Serengeti National Park

   Ngorongoro Crater

   Lake Manyara

  Tarangire National Park


Beach Holidays

 

    Zanzibar Beach Holidays

    Mombasa Holidays

    Malindi & Watamu

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