5 Nights Intrepids Flying Safari
The Intrepid Safari provides the ultimate ecological, cultural and family
experience in Kenya. All of the hotels and lodges featured are extremely childfriendly
with excellent facilities. The children will be constantly entertained by
trained naturalists throughout the safari. No other trip provides such an array
of day-to-day activities to satisfy every member of a mixed group, be you an
inquisitive youngster, an energetic parent or a grandparent wanting a little
more relaxation.
Day 01 NAIROBI
Upon arrival into Nairobi you will be met and transferred to Norfolk Hotel or
similar for a day of relaxation. (on a bed and breakfast basis)
Day 02 SAMBURU INTREPIDS
0700 hrs after breakfast you will be transferred to Wilson Airport for your
scheduled flight to Samburu in Kenya’s rugged Northern Frontier District. On
arrival transfer to your luxury accommodations. Samburu Intrepids is
renowned as a pioneer of luxury
camping in one of the world’s last
truly great wilderness areas. Situated
on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River
in the arid heart of Samburu National
Reserve, Samburu Intrepids looks out
over riverbanks where herds of
elephant, buffalo and zebra come
daily to drink — together with the
rarer ‘northern species’ of reticulated
giraffe, Beisa oryx and long-necked gerenuk antelope. Samburu Intrepids will
show you this dramatic wilderness from a world of fascinating perspectives:
through stirring early morning game drives, walking safaris with skilled
Samburu guides to sedate camel rides. Samburu Game Reserve is unique. The
vegetation comprises predominantly acacia woodland interspersed with bush,
grass and scrubland, which is broken here and there by small rugged hills
whilst the meandering loops of the river are bordered by a narrow gallery of
riverine woodland in which acacia and doum palm flourish. This is a dry
country ecosystem and is, therefore, prone to large variations in the animal
populations as they move in search of water and pasture.
Day 03 SAMBURU INTREPIDS
Three full days spent exploring Samburu. The only permanent source of water
is The Uaso Nyiro River which provides excellent game viewing opportunities
including elephant, buffalo, lion and leopard and of course the plains’ game.
After lunch at the camp, and perhaps a swim in the pool, it’s time for a further
game drive. Samburu National Reserve lies
on the fringes of the vast and arid desert
once known as the Northern Frontier
District, whose heat-scorched scrublands
extend all the way to the jade-green waters
of Lake Turkana and beyond. Physically
dramatic, the 104 sq kilometre landscape of
the Reserve features rocky battlements,
craggy scarps, dry river beds and fallen
boulders rising out of the thorn scrub
against a backdrop of the far-distant hills
and the great red table mountain known as Lololokwi.
Day 04 MARA INTREPIDS
After breakfast you will be transferred to
airstrip for your flight to Mara Intrepids.
The Mara's tree flecked grasslands are
frequented by huge herds of plains game,
black mane lion, leopard, cheetah, large
numbers of elephant, and a wide variety of
other birds and animals. There are several
areas of dense hippo and crocodile
populations in the bends of the traversing
Mara River. Return to your camp in time
for "sundowners" and dinner.
Day 05 MARA INTREPIDS
Two full days to appreciate the richness of the Park’s wildlife, and track game
over the endless savannah. Huge herds of plains game, lion, leopard, cheetah,
large numbers of elephant, and a wide
variety of other birds and animals frequent
the Mara’s tree flecked grasslands. There
are several areas of dense hippo and
crocodile populations in the bends of the
traversing Mara River; some Mara crocs are
longer than 15 feet. Set in the heart of
Africa’s Great Plains, the Masai Mara
boasts 1,672 sq. kilometres of unspoilt
wilderness. It offers the best game and bird-viewing not only in Kenya, but
anywhere in Africa. The views across the rolling golden grasslands studded with
acacia trees, rivers and forests are dazzling, the sense of space overwhelming.
Throughout the year the Masai Mara is a place of natural drama, a
kaleidoscope of colour and life. The famed "Big Five" - elephant, rhino, lion,
leopard and buffalo - roam the reserve, together with hundreds of other species,
from the fastest animal on earth, the
cheetah to crocodiles and magnificent
birds of prey.
Day 06
0630 hrs early morning game viewing
Return to the camp for breakfast
1030 am Transfer to Olkiombo airstrip
for your flight to Wilson.
Lunch will on your own to sample same
of our excellent local restaurants. Then
proceed to Jomo Kenyatta airport for your homeward bound flight.
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Notes, terms and conditions
The package includes:
- Nairobi airport transfers.
- Bed and breakfast accommodation in Nairobi.
- 2 nights full board accommodation at Samburu Intrepids
- 2 nights full board accommodation at Mara Intrepids
- Naturalists are readily available to look after the children
- Air travel is used extensively to reduce time spent on bumpy and dusty
roads including flights: Nairobi/Samburu/Maasai Mara/Wilson.
- Game drives are in a 4x4 vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide
- All meals, (except in Nairobi) and bush meals on safari
- A few of the children’s activities include: interaction with Maasai from
children to village elders, making campfires, throwing spears, basic
Kiswahili lessons, tracking and spoor-casting, traditional dancing and
much more.
- All accommodation has a pool
Not included
All International Flights + Taxes,Visas,Travel & Personal accident insurance,
gratuities and all expenses of personal natures such as Porterage, beverages,
laundry, telephone calls etc. NB: Flying doctor services are optional.
Optional Services
Balloon safari in Maasai Mara,cultural visit to a Samburu Village or Maasai
village.
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