KLC11B Hidden Africa and Hemmingways |
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14 days from £3,995. Stay at a country house at lake Naivasha, Governors Camp in the Mara and a hidden paradise on the shores of Lake Victoria. You finish with a beach stay at Hemmingways. |
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On this holiday combine some of the finest and most characterful properties in Kenya. You will visit the beautiful fresh water Lake Naivasha in the Rift Valley, staying in a colonial estate house on its shores. You visit the world-famous Masai Mara, staying in the camp once used for big game hunting by the British Governor. You finish at Mfangano Island Camp - a hidden paradise on Lake Victoria offering fishing, relaxation and great birdlife. It finishes with a flight to the coast and the world-famous Hemmingways Resport.
This is an ideal holiday for those wishing to see Kenya from different perspectives, without missing the excitement of safari. The longer transfers are done by small plane, cutting down on the travelling time.
This is a private tour (minimum 2). It can depart on any day you wish (subject to availability).
Please let us know your preferred dates and we will forward a full tailored itinerary with confirmed quotation to you by e-mail and/or post.
Depart the UK.
Day 2
Arrive in Nairobi. On arrival you will be met by our representative and commence your safari with a pleasant drive north to to Lake Naivasha. This is probably Kenya’s most beautiful fresh water lake. Your will arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. Your lodge, Loldia House. is built on the edge of Lake Naivasha, in beautiful grounds with green shaded lawns and bright flower beds. In the afternoon, explore the farm's 8,000 acres by foot and wonder amongst herds of wild antelope and zebra. Alternatively, go for a boat ride on the lake, where you can see hippos and hundreds of species of birds.
Day 3
After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Lake Nakuru is one of many beautiful Rift Valley Lakes, and home to thousands of flamingos and other bird and animal life. It is an excellent place for spotting Rhino, one of the countries rarest animals. You will view game in the morning. Thereafter return to your lodge by Lake Naivasha for a late lunch.
Day 4
After breakfast you will be driven across the floor of the Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara. You will spend two nights in this natural paradise among zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, buffalo, elephant, antelope and gazelle. You will encounter prides of lion resting in the shade of acacia trees or lying low in the tall grass, in wait for their next prey. There is a good chance of spotting cheetah and if you are lucky, the shy leopard. Have lunch, dinner and stay overnight at Governors’ Camp.
Day 5
Spend a full day in the Masai Mara. The camp lies on the banks of Mara River with a great view of the Mara reserve, letting you observe wildlife as you relax in camp. Morning and evening game-drives.
Day 6
After breakfast fly from Masai Mara to Mfangano Island Camp. The flight takes approx. 45 min. Upon arrival you will be met at the airstrip and transferred by boat to the camp. The transfer takes approx. 20 min. Lapped by the waters of Lake Victoria, Mfangano Island Camp is an oasis of tranquillity. It is set in beautiful gardens in a secluded bay, where fish eagles nest and cormorants sun themselves on the giant boulders. Check in at the camp and enjoy a delicious lunch of freshly caught fish, served on the lake side deck. In the afternoon you have several activities to choose from, including fishing for Nile Perch, swimming in the lake or pool, visits to the local villages & school, otter-watching by boat, walks along the lake shore or bird watching.
Day 7
Spend the whole day at Mfangano. During the day, compare your fishing skills to those of the peerless fish eagles or choose from one of the many activities available. At the end of the day, watch the burning African sun sink from the sky, eat dinner under the stars and be gently lulled to sleep by the waves lapping on the shore.
Day 8
After breakfast, leave the island and return to Nairobi for your connecting flight to Mombasa. On arrival here, you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to Hemmingways.
Other properties are also available. Please contact us for details.
Day 9
At leisure.
Day 10
At leisure.
Day 11
At leisure.
Day 12
At leisure.
Day 13
You will be met by our representative and transferred to the airport in time for your onward flight to London.
Day 14
Arrive UK.
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This holiday is available throughout the year. The price per person varies between £3,995 (April - May) and £4,775 (15th June - 18th July). This is based on the best priced flights and the accommodation listed. Should these not be available, the price will increase. For an exact quotation and itinerary for the dates you require, please Click here. |
- International and domestic flights
- Transfers and accommodation as listed
- Full board while on safari (3 meals per day)
- Half-board while at the beach.
- Safari drives with guide.
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KLC11B Hidden Africa and Hemmingways
14 days from £3,995.
Stay at a country house at lake Naivasha, Governors Camp in the Mara and a hidden paradise on the shores of Lake Victoria. You finish with a beach stay at Hemmingways.