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Escape for Masai Safari
Amboseli | | Nairobi
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Masai Mara Safari takes you on an escapade through the most enchanting routes of wilderness. On this six days long voyage you will encompass the world-renowned reserve of Masai Mara where you can feast your eyes upon the sights of open rolling grasslands and at spotting an amazing amount of wildlife hiding behind these grassy landscapes. The tour is made a luxurious affair with stay in lavish properties and exclusive personalized services thrown at guests' feet. Gorgeous rainforests and lush foliage and virgin grasslands filled with grand populations of wilds will excite you beyond imagination. Take part in game safaris and all kinds of outdoors fun to enjoy the ultimate joy of escaping to the wilderness.
Day-By-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Kenya
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Depart for Amboseli National Park and on arrival go for an afternoon game drive. Overnight stay at Amboseli Serena or Amboseli Sentrim Camp or similar.
Day 2: Amboseli
Enjoy early morning and afternoon guided game drives inside Amboseli National Park.
Day 3: Amboseli- Lake Elmentaita
Depart from Amboseli to reach Lake Elmentaita. Overnight stay at the Sunbird Lodge or similar.
Day 4: Lake Elmentaita- Masai Mara
Depart for the Masai Mara. Enjoy an afternoon safari in the forest and then return to Mara Sarova Game Camp or similar for overnight stay.
Day 5: Masai Mara
A full day to enjoy the Masai Mara. An early rise for a pre-breakfast game drive followed by one after breakfast and one in the afternoon.
Day 6: Masai Mara- Nairobi
Drive back to Nairobi followed by transfer to the airport for your onward flight home
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Tour Highlights:
• Explore some of the most wild and densely forested regions of Kenya
• Enjoy game viewing at Amboseli National Park, Great Rift Valley and Masai Mara National Reserve
• At Amboseli Trust for Elephants get in-depth knowledge about the conservation of African Elephants
• Optional Visit to Masaai Mara Village for a cultural experience
• Enjoy enchanting beauty of the region and indulge in cultural practices of natives.
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| | | Day 1: Arrive at Kenya |  | Upon your arrival at the airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet our representative awaiting just outside the arrival hall, past the customs area & currency shops. Thereafter you will be directed towards Amboseli National Park in the Rift Valley Province of Kenya. Here, you will be driven to Amboseli Serena Lodge or Amboseli Sentrim Camp or similar in Amboseli for overnight stay.
Tucked in the foothills of snow-clad Mt. Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park is a repertoire of furious wilds, but is mainly a habitat of wild elephants and is one of the best places to have glimpses of these huge beings. Apart from being the best place to spot giant elephants the park is also renowned for being the ideal place to enjoy spectacular glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro which is the highest free standing Mountain in the World. Today after settling in your rooms go for a quick afternoon game drive where you can spot animals such as Lion, Buffalo, Cheetah, Giraffe, Beasts, Baboon, Gazelle and more. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
| | | | Day 2: Amboseli | | Enjoy a pre-breakfast game drive in Amboseli National Park and one in the afternoon. The park is a densely forested region studded with populations of elephants and furious predators such as Rhino, Lion, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, Thomsons Gazelle, Grants Gazelle and others. Amboseli is awash with some excellent birdlife too and wandering around the park looking at some beautiful birds you will soon land up at Amboseli Trust for Elephants. Here spend some time to have an in-depth experience of how they work to conserve the African Elephant. In between these game drives enjoy time at the resort's beautiful pool or simply sit back and relax. Evening return to the resort for overnight stay.
| | | | Day 3: Amboseli- Lake Elmentaita | | | The morning bring a drive from Amboseli though Nairobi followed by departure for the Great Rift Valley arriving at the beautiful Lake Elmentaita. An oasis for beauteous flamingoes this slightly Alkaline lake looks surreal to the eyes. Spend some time around the lake either swimming inside its azure waters or simply enjoying a laid-back walk around the lake shore. For overnight stay you will be directed to Sunbird Lodge or similar. | | | | Day 4: Lake Elmentaita- Masai Mara | | The fabled Masaai Mara National Reserve is the next journey on your tour. The enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest migrations and its home for the big five Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. On arrival in the park check-in Mara Sarova Game Camp or similar for your night stay and immediately proceed on another wilderness escapade into the national reserve along with expert naturalists and guides.
| | | | Day 6: Masai Mara- Nairobi | | This morning after breakfast you will depart for Nairobi after which you will be transferred to the Airport for your flight back home.
Note: Hotel confirmation is subject to availability, else similar category hotel will be arranged.
| | | | Day 5: Masai Mara | | A relaxed morning and a pre-breakfast game drive will give the perfect head-start to your morning today and soon you will be all geared up to start another chapter of your wilderness escapade. Return to the resort for breakfast and then resume your wild safari. This region is the Kenya's most popular game sanctuary where you will have the best opportunity of spotting the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant) and other wilds such as Jackal, Wildebeeste, Impala, Thompsons Gazelle and more. Evening brings an optional visit to a local Masai village followed by journey backwards for overnight stay.
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| Hotels | Cat | Validty | PPS | SIN | CHD | | Sopa Lodges | 4 Star | 02.01.2011 | 31.03.2011 | 1152 | 1368 | 792 | | 01.04.2011 | 30.06.2011 | 948 | 1188 | 660 | | 01.07.2011 | 31.10.2011 | 1260 | 1572 | 840 | | Simba or Serena Lodges | 5 Star | 02.01.2011 | 31.03.2011 | 1272 | 1584 | 900 | | 01.04.2011 | 30.06.2011 | 1068 | 1344 | 768 | | 01.07.2011 | 31.10.2011 | 1464 | 1890 | 1020 | | SAFARI COSTS INCLUDE Arrival meet and assist, Airport transfers, Safari Transportation in a luxury minibus with pop up roof, Services of an English speaking Safari Driver Guide, Accommodation on FB basis on Safari and BB basis in Nairobi, Park Entrance Fees, Mineral Water in the Vehicle on Safari, All Activities and game drives as mentioned in the itinerary, Comprehensive tour documents SAFARI COSTS EXCLUDE Any items of personal nature such as drinks, tips, mineral water, laundry, telephones, extra meals etc, Personal Travel or Trip Cancellation insurance, Any other items not mentioned in the above, International Airfare or Visa Fees |
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| Hotels | Cat | Validty | PPS | SIN | CHD | | Sopa Lodges | 4 Star | 02.01.2011 | 31.03.2011 | 1152 | 1368 | 792 | | 01.04.2011 | 30.06.2011 | 948 | 1188 | 660 | | 01.07.2011 | 31.10.2011 | 1260 | 1572 | 840 | | Simba or Serena Lodges | 5 Star | 02.01.2011 | 31.03.2011 | 1272 | 1584 | 900 | | 01.04.2011 | 30.06.2011 | 1068 | 1344 | 768 | | 01.07.2011 | 31.10.2011 | 1464 | 1890 | 1020 | | SAFARI COSTS INCLUDE Arrival meet and assist, Airport transfers, Safari Transportation in a luxury minibus with pop up roof, Services of an English speaking Safari Driver Guide, Accommodation on FB basis on Safari and BB basis in Nairobi, Park Entrance Fees, Mineral Water in the Vehicle on Safari, All Activities and game drives as mentioned in the itinerary, Comprehensive tour documents SAFARI COSTS EXCLUDE Any items of personal nature such as drinks, tips, mineral water, laundry, telephones, extra meals etc, Personal Travel or Trip Cancellation insurance, Any other items not mentioned in the above, International Airfare or Visa Fees |
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Note:- Above rates are not valid during long weekends, festive dates. Rates are per person basis.  |
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Visa Details
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| Kenya Visa Required for Indians – Yes Visa on Arrival Policy – YES On arrival Visa Fee – USD 50 per person Passport should be valid for more than six months from the date of return.
Document Requirements
Tourist - Passport valid at least six months
- 2 visa forms
- 2 photographs with white background 35x45mm
- Covering letter for stating purpose of visit
- Hotel confirmation
- Return confirm ticket
- Foreign Exchange or International credit card copy
- Bank statements last three months
Business - Passport valid at least six months
- 2 visa forms
- 2 photographs with white background 35x45mm
- Covering letter for stating purpose of visit form company
- Business Invitation letter from Kenya
- Return confirm ticket
- Foreign Exchange or International credit card copy
- Bank statements last three months
If Visiting relatives
- Letter of invitation form invitee and invitee status details in Kenya
If Employed - Letter from employer stating No Objection
Visa Fee: INR 2600 per person
Processing Time Required Minimum 2 to 3 working days for processing after receipt of complete application.
The Kenya High Commission
34 Paschimi Marg Vasant Vihar
New Delhi - 110057
Tel : 9111-26146538
Fax : 9111-26146550
Email : kenredel@ndf.vsnl.net.in, info@kenyamission-delhi.com
Website : http://kenyahicom-delhi.com
Note: Information provided above is subject to change. While we have made best efforts to ensure accuracy of data, Travelmasti is not liable for any inconvenience caused as a result of incorrect / inaccurate information displayed.
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