Mara Migration Special 6 Days/5 Nights

Tour Summary/ Features:

A special, highly discounted safari that allows you to view the Great annual migration in Kenya. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture crossing into Kenya.

Minimum Rate Per Adult: US$ 1505

Departing From: Nairobi

Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights

Departure Time: 1300

Departures:

Minimum Persons Required: 2

Period: August 2007

Itinerary:

18th August 2007 Nairobi - Amboseli
1200 Hrs. Lunch will be offered at Flame Tree restaurant. After lunch tour briefing and depart for Amboseli National park. Drive via Namanga at the Kenya- Tanzania border to Amboseli National Park. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge

19th August 2007 Nairobi - Amboseli
0630 Hrs - Early morning game drive in the Amboseli National Park.
0830 Hrs. Return to your lodge for late breakfast. Later spend the rest of the morning at leisure. Enjoy Amboseli Swimming pool or do an optional Nature walk at a small fee.
1300 Hrs. Lunch at Amboseli Serena Lodge.
1600 Hrs. Afternoon game drive till dusk.

Amboseli sits on the lower slopes of mighty Mount Kilimanjaro - Africa’s highest - whose peak lies across the border in Tanzania. It is quite an experience to see Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in an early morning. The animal pictures arising against the dramatic backdrop of the mountain will thrill the photography enthusiast. Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant
herds. You will also see buffalo, black rhino, zebra, wildebeest and other plain animals.

Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge

20th August 2007Amboseli - Lake Nakuru
0800 Hrs. Check out and drive to Lake Nakuru National park. Enroute you will have lunch at Thorn Tree Restaurant in centrum Nairobi. After lunch drive down the great Riftvalley to Lake Nakuru. 1630 Hrs proceed for an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.

Lake Nakuru's claim to fame is anchored on its flamingo's and the over 400 species of birds found here. The lake itself is a soda lake on the floor of the rift valley. The sight of the at times millions of flamingos is quite spectacular. From a distance the lake appears ringed in pink. The Lake has also earned a reputation as an important haven for endangered species - particularly the Rothschild Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, waterbuck, buffalo and baboons are all residents here. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge.

21st August 2007 Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara.
0800 Hrs- Drive to via the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Maasai Mara in time for lunch at Mara Sopa lodge.
1530 Hrs- go for an afternoon game drive till dusk.

The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog,
jackal, hyena and vultures.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge

22nd August 2007 Maasai Mara.
0745 Hrs. After breakfast, check out with packed lunch for the great migration expereince. Spend the all day at the river side watching the migration. Returning to your lodge is late in the evening.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge.

Note :
On 22nd August, An morning space for Balloon safari is available. 0600 Hrs. Take the opportunity to fly over the Mara in a Hot air Balloon provided at extra cost of US$ 380 Per Person. The balloon package includes a champagne breakfast in the wild! after the ride. If you can spare the money, viewing abundant game afloat a balloon is an unforgettable experience

23rd August 2007 Depart for Nairobi
0730 Hrs- Check out and drive to Nairobi enroute, visit the Maasai village for around 1 hour. You will have chance to Interact with the Maasai, learn more about Maasai and take photos. On this days farewell, Lunch will be provided at the carnivore restaurant before transfer to your hotel or Airport for your onw ward travel.

Note: We also offer hotel, car rental and flights bookings which we can organise for you with your tour enquiry.
Remarks

Safari Cost Includes:
Pick up from Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Drive to Flame Tree for lunch.
Use of safari vehicle with Pop up roof for game viewing
Guaranteed window seats for every participants.
Park entry fee for Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Maasai Mara.
All meals as per the Itinerary. Full board meal plan. (3 Meals a day)
Complimentary bottle of drinking mineral water. (Each person a bottle per day)
Service of an expereinced English - Speaking driver guide
Game drives as per the Itinerary
Driver allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver
Complimentary visit to Maasai village in Maasai Mara.
Government taxes
Farewell dinner at Carnivore restaurant.
Complimentary Pre Tour Information pack
Pair of Safari boot and safari hat will be offered to each participant - Gift
Last day transfer to Airport or your hotel in Nairobi.

Excludes:
Hot air Balloon flight in Maasai Mara – US$ 380 per person extra (Price is subject to confimation at the time of booking.)
Extras at the lodges –tips, drinks, telephone, laundry or any other personal expenses