Kenyan Parks & Swahili Coast - a Family Holiday in Kenya - 2010/11 Itinerary
11 days - from $2530
• Explore Crescent Island & the majestic scenery of the Rift Valley lakes
• Spot Big Game in the wilds of the great Maasai Mara
• Relax in the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean
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Rift Valley Lakes
Beginning our journey in Nairobi, we head north into the celebrated Rift Valley. Our first stop is Lake Naivasha where we take a trip to Crescent Island Nature Reserve. You may like to explore the spectacular landscapes of Hell's Gate National Park before we take high tea on the lawn at Elsamere, the home of Joy Adamson of Born Free fame. At nearby Lake Nakuru we enjoy superb game-viewing in an area famed for its thousands of flamingos, large numbers of white rhino as well as leopard, buffalo and lion.
The Maasai Mara
Next we head across the Rift Valley floor to the legendary Maasai Mara. Watered by the Mara River and its tributary the Talek, the savannah plains and density of wildlife in the Mara, Kenya's best known reserve, is the classic image of an African safari. It is particularly famous for its 'Big Cats' amongst its abundant game and bird life and we may be lucky enough to witness a hunt. You may even like to make a balloon trip over the plains at dawn for an unforgettable experience.
Exotic Swahili Coast
Returning to Nairobi, we fly east to Mombasa to spend our final few days on the Swahili Coast overlooking the Indian Ocean. Here you can beachcomb, snorkel in the warm waters, take a dhow trip to nearby islands, birdwatch, enjoy excellent local produce and seafood or just relax and enjoy the tropical warmth on the secluded beach. The perfect end to a classic East African adventure.
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Itinerary:
Day 1 Join Nairobi and drive to Lake Naivasha. Day 2 Lake Naivasha We spend two nights exploring the Rift Valley wildlife and lakeside scenery including walking safaris around Crescent Island and among the dramatic gorges of Hell's Gate National Park; we also include high tea on the lawn at Elsamere, the home of Joy Adamson. Day 3 Lake Nakuru Game-viewing at this National Park famed for its thousands of flamingos, large numbers of white rhino as well as leopard, buffalo and lion. Days 4/6 Maasai Mara We spend three nights in this iconic reserve in search of the 'Big Five' with an optional early morning balloon flight over the plains. Days 7/10 Swahili Coast From Nairobi we fly east to the beaches of the Indian Ocean; here there's time to relax, enjoy some watersports and even visit nearby Mombasa old town. Day 11 End Mombasa.
Accommodations: 1nt hotel, 2nts lodge, 4nts camping, 3nts cottages - we use a fixed camp in the Mara with the opportunity to upgrade to bandas; 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 6 dinners included.
Transport: Safari truck/Internal flight.
Comment: Suitable for young children we use a purpose-built off-road safari truck.
Group: Approx. 12 to 16.
Staff: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s).
Trip Reference: FKP2010
