Sarova Safari

Code: NBHTY
8 DAYS
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The Great Wildebeest Migration of East Africa is an amazing natural cycle and Masai Mara

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Nairobi
DEPARTURE TIME Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight.
INCLUDED
  • Meet and greet services.
  • All transport and game drives on safari sector will be in a safari minibus with pop-up
  • roof (maximum 7 passengers) with a Bi-lingual English speaking driver-guide on shared basis.
  • Guaranteed window seat.
  • Meals and accommodation as specified.
  • All park fees and government taxes.
  • ½ litre bottle mineral water per person per day on game drives.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Airport transfers.
  • Visas and international flights.
  • Airport taxes (clients pay direct).
  • Driver-guide gratuities.
  • Drinks, dining rooms tips, porterage.
  • Personal travel, baggage and medical insurance.
  • Telephone bill, laundry and any items of a personal nature.
  • Balloon Safari.
  • Passenger Information.
  • Passengers should bring only soft sided bags**.
  • The tour is modular and combines with other tours so there may be need for clients to change vehicles on occasion.
ITINERARY

Days of Operation – Daily
Duration – 8 Days
Vehicle – Safari Minibus (Scheduled)
Pick up Point
Sankara Hotel 0730h
Drop off Point JKIA l 1200h
Safari Briefing: Day 01 at 0700hrs approx.
Departs on Day 01: 0730hrs approx.
Returns on Day 08: 1200hrs approx. (flights to be booked)

 

Luggage

Due to limited luggage space in vehicles, suitcases are unsuitable for scheduled road safaris. We recommend luggage packed in inexpensive barrel/sausage bags or soft sided bags not exceeding 15kgs and 65×46 cm.
Excess luggage can be handed over to the representative at time of briefing. It will be handed over to you on your return from safari. Additional costs may apply to pick up drop off luggage at specific points.

Additional remarks:-

– We may have to reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non- availability
– Prices for domestic flights, airport taxes or park fees may be changed without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will be passed to you

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Day 1: Nairobi

Met on arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi by Holiday Migration Safaris Rep and transferred to the Sarova Panafric Hotel. Idyllically located 5 minutes’ drive from the CBD and 18 km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Sarova Panafric offers 162 rooms in a range of Superior, Executive, Club, Studio and Themed Suites – all recently refurbished and decorated in a contemporary vibrant African style. Rated amongst the best hotels in Nairobi, Sarova Panafric offers a wide range of banqueting and conferencing facilities The remainder of the day is at leisure or chooses from a selection of optional excursions (book and pay locally. Overnight at the Sarova Panafric Hotel on bed and breakfast basis.

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Day 2: Shaba

After breakfast drive north through rich farming areas and across the Equator to the semi-arid and rugged landscape of Shaba National Reserve .Sarova Shaba Game Lodge is located in a natural oasis in the heart of the Shaba Game Reserve just east of Samburu, or one can say, in the “Born Free Country” that Joy and George Adamson called home for many years. The lodge is 314 km from Nairobi, a 45 minute flight from Nairobi to Shaba or Samburu airstrip or a picturesque 5 hour drive through the curving roads around Mt. Kenya crossing the equator at Nanyuki. It is set along the bank of the Ewaso Nyiro River laid out around the natural springs that flow into the river. The Lodge has a virtual mini forest of indigenous trees, a fish pond and a large free form swimming pool. After lunch proceed on a late afternoon game-drive. Dinner and overnight at the Sarova Shaba Lodge.

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Day 3: Shaba

Early morning and late afternoon game-drives enable you to see wildlife unique to this arid yet beautiful part of Kenya. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight at the Sarova Shaba Lodge.

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Day 4: Nakuru

After an early breakfast drive into the Great Rift Valley to the Lake Nakuru National Park arriving in time for lunch. Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is nestled along the Lion Hill overlooking the spectacular flamingo pink rimmed Lake Nakuru. Its location affords panoramic views of the lake and the picturesque Lake Nakuru National Park. A short two-hour drive from Nairobi, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is a favorite with residents and visitors to Kenya. Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge is cleverly laid out in such a way that most rooms and sitting areas afford stunning views of the lake and the park. The Lodge incorporates natural landscaping with tall acacia trees, winding walkways and greens dotted with bird feeds. Enjoy an afternoon game-drive in the park host to flamingoes and the endangered rhinos among other big game species along the lakes shore. Dinner and overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge.

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Day 5: Masai Mara

After an early breakfast drive to the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve arriving in time for lunch at the Sarova Mara Camp .The rolling plains around the camp are teeming with wildebeest, gazelles and zebras during the migration months, and the camp is situated right in the center of their migration path. A wildlife safari puts you right in the middle of all this action. Get a first-hand account of this epic phenomenon and live to tell the tale. A safari also helps you acquaint yourself with the landscapes of this beautiful African setting. By virtue of its location and layout, the camp offers an unparalleled plethora of activities and experiences from luxury tented living to bird-watching, mini golf, sport fishing and a unique insight into the Maasai culture at the adjoining Maasai village. Enjoy a late afternoon game-drive in one of the world’s finest game reserves. Dinner and overnight at the Sarova Mara Camp.

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Day 6: Masai Mara

An early morning balloon safari over the Mara followed by a bubbly bush breakfast (optional extra) or takes an early morning game-drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. Rest of the morning at leisure at the lodge. After lunch proceed on a late afternoon game-drive. Dinner and overnight at the Sarova Mara Camp.

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Day 7: Masai Mara

An early morning balloon safari over the Mara followed by a bubbly bush breakfast (optional extra) or takes an early morning game-drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. Rest of the morning at leisure at the lodge. After lunch proceed on a late afternoon game-drive. Dinner and overnight at the Sarova Mara Camp.

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Day 8: Depart

After breakfast return to Nairobi and proceed with your chosen extension or return home.

Additional remarks:-

– We may have to reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability
– Prices for domestic flights, airport taxes or park fees may be changed without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will be passed to you.

END OF SERVICE