This 9 Day Kenya Safari is a short duration fly-in safari focusing on three of the top Kenya safari parks – Samburu National Reserve, Masai Mara and Amboseli National Park. Retire at night to elegant tented camps which provide exquisite personalized service, first rate game viewing and refined cuisine during your Kenya luxury safari. Travel by air and see scenic landscapes as you save precious time between safari locations and enjoy some added special experiences.
Flying Safari Includes
- Meet and greet services with assistance at the airport or hotel
- Arrival & Departure airport transfers
- Round trip Airfare Nairobi/Samburu/Masai Mara/Amboseli/ Nairobi
- Shared transportation as per itinerary
- Accommodation per itinerary or similar
- Meals as per itinerary
- Services of an English speaking driver/guide
- National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary
- Excursions & activities as per itinerary
- All meet and greet services
Flying Safari Excludes
- Visas, international flights and Airport taxes (clients pay direct)
- Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature
- International flights and arrival and departure taxes
- Meals not listed on the itinerary
- Travel and personal accident insurance
- Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary
Additional remarks
- We may have to re-route the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability.
- Domestic flights luggage limit is 15kg inclusive of hand luggage
- 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.
Passenger Information
- Passengers should bring only soft sided bags on safaris.
Special Note
- We may have to reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability.
- Prices may be changed without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will be passed to you for park fees and government taxes.
Passenger Information
- Passengers should bring soft sided bags on safaris as our vehicles have limited luggage space.
- All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them for any internal flights.
- Baggage on internal flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.
- Passengers arriving in KENYA will be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
Day 1: Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be met by African Adventure Specialists’ staff and transferred to your hotel for check in and remainder of the day at leisure.
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Destination |
Nairobi |
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Activities |
Airport transfer |
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Meals |
Breakfast |
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Accommodation options |
Tamaraind Tree Hotel |
Day 2: Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
In the morning you will be driven to Wilson Airport to board a regional flight to Samburu, one of the most arid Kenya safari parks. On arrival at the airstrip you will be met by a representative from the camp and transferred to your Kenya safari accommodation, before setting out on an afternoon game drive.This arid region is home to a surprising diversity of wildlife that is sustained by the Ewaso Ng’iro River. Look out for desert animals such as Besia Oryx and the Gerenuk. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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Destination |
Samburu |
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Activities |
Flight to Samburu, Afternoon Game drive |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch, Dinner |
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Accommodation options |
Samburu Intrepids Camp |
Day 3: Samburu National Reserve
Enjoy breakfast in the bush before exploring Samburu on both morning and afternoon game drives, returning to the lodge for lunch during the day. The river is home to some of the largest Crocodiles in Africa, and the reserve is a good place to look out for Cheetah during your luxury Kenya safari. The park has natural springs which are fed by underground aquifers which carry the water all the way from the melting glaciers on Mount Kenya. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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Destination |
Samburu |
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Activities |
Morning & Afternoon Game drives |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch, Dinner |
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Accommodation options |
Samburu Intrepids Camp |
Day 4: Samburu National Reserve – Masai Mara Game Reserve
After a leisurely morning, you will be transferred to the nearby airstrip to board a flight to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival you will be met by a representative from the camp and driven to your Kenya safari accommodation for the next few nights before experiencing a night game drive in the Mara concession area. The Mara is one of the iconic wildlife regions of the African continent and has abundant plains game and one of the largest Lion populations on Earth. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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Destination |
Masai Mara |
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Activities |
Flight to Masai Mara, Afternoon Game drive |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch, Dinner |
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Accommodation options |
Ashnil Mara Camp |
Day 5: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Today spend the whole day in the Masai Mara National Reserve, the most iconic of the Kenya safari parks. Head out on morning and afternoon game drives – returning to the camp for lunch. Explore the wide sweeping savannahs which at certain times of the year teem with over 2 million Wildebeest, thousands of Zebra and Gazelles, all closely followed by the predators. You can see all the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Rhino and Elephant) in the Reserve. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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Destination |
Masai Mara |
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Activities |
Morning & Afternoon Game drives |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch, Dinner |
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Accommodation options |
Ashnil Mara Camp |
Day 6: Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve
Today you can choose to do an optional activity, either an early morning Hot Air Balloon safari (a spectacular way to view the sweeping plains) or a walking safari, during which a knowledgeable ranger will decode the secrets of the bush for you. Alternately, just relax and head out on a game drive before spending some time relaxing at the camp. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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Destination |
Masai Mara |
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Activities |
Morning &Afternoon Game drive (Optional Balloon ride + Visit to Masai Village) |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch, Dinner |
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Accommodation options |
Ashnil Mara Camp |
Day 7: Masai Mara Game Reserve – Amboseli National Park
In the morning you will be transferred to the nearby airstrip and fly to one of the most scenic Kenya safari parks – Amboseli via Wilson Airport in Nairobi.
On arrival you will be met by a representative from the lodge or camp and driven to the Kenya safari accommodation where you will spend the next couple of nights. In the afternoon you will be taken on a guided nature walk in the Amboseli concession area. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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Destination |
Amboseli National Park |
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Activities |
Flight to Amboseli Afternoon Game drive |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch, Dinner |
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Accommodation options |
Amboseli Serena Lodge |
Day 8: Amboseli National Park
You will spend the day in Amboseli. Head out on morning and afternoon game drives in search of the wildlife. Amboseli is one of the best places in Africa to view large herds of elephants up close. The park is home to many Buffalo and you will have good Hippo sightings in the swamps. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
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Destination |
Amboseli National Park |
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Activities |
Morning & Afternoon Game drives |
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Meals |
Breakfast, lunch, Dinner |
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Accommodation options |
Amboseli Serena Lodge |
Day 9: Amboseli National Park – Nairobi
After a morning game drive in Amboseli and a delicious breakfast, you will be driven to the nearby airstrip and flown back to the capital Nairobi, where you have the choice of being transferred to your hotel or to the airport for your onwards travel arrangements. (Breakfast Included) As we leave Africa we know that the old adage is true: you may leave Africa, but Africa will never leave you.
TERMS OF PAYMENTS
- After issuance of invoice, 40% deposit to be received after 14 days so as we can secure the booking.
- 60% of the balance to be received 30 days before first day of service.
- All prices are quoted in U.S. dollars and must be paid in U.S. dollars cash, or wire transfer.
- Where credit cards (visa, mastercard) are used, we impose a 3.9% charge as bank suffices charges.
- For wire transfer we do not impose any charges but bank charges must be sufficed by you.
- All the payments should be FREE FROM BANK CHARGES.
TERMS OF CANCELLATION
Reservations that are cancelled, reduced in length of stay or reduced in numbers are subject to Cancellation fee. Any cancellation of a reservation must be in writing, and shall only be effective upon its receipt and acknowledgment.
The following cancellation fee will be subject to cancelled bookings:
- 14 days or Less prior to arrival date: 100%
- More than 14 days but less than 30 days: 50%
- More than 30 Days but less than 45 days: 20%
- More than 45 days: 0%
No refund will be given to the following:
- Itinerary Amended After Departure.
- There will be no refunds from African Adventure Specialists Ltd for any unused portions of the tour.
- Lost Travel Time or Substitution of Facilities.
- No tour refund is available should you fail to join a tour or join it after departure or leave it prior to its completion.
We strongly recommend that you secure trip and cancellation insurance.
