A superb introduction to the splendours of Kenya, visiting a variety of key national parks and game reserves along a classic safari circuit. Accommodation in memorable locations includes a special overnight stay at Treetops.
Treetops is one of the most famous game viewing lodges in the world. It overlooks a water hole and salt lick high in the Aberdare National Park. The lodge rises straight out of the ground on stilts, and open balconies are the ideal vantage points for viewing and photographing game.
Keekorok Lodge was the first lodge built in the Masai Mara and is in a prime position to enjoy the wildebeest migration.
This itinerary takes in either Lake Nakuru or Lake Naivasha where a variety of birds and numerous bright pink flamingoes often entertain.
Time spent in Samburu and the Mara completes the itinerary on this safari, which represents excellent value for money.
1 night Nairobi (Holiday Inn Nairobi)
2 nights Samburu (Samburu Game Lodge)
1 night Aberdares (Treetops)
1 night Lake Nakuru or Lake Naivasha (Lake Nakuru Lodge or Lake Naivasha Lodge)
2 nights Masai Mara (Keekorok Lodge)
DAY 1 FRIDAY OR SUNDAY - HEATHROW-NAIROBI
Fly from Heathrow overnight to Nairobi.
DAY 2 SATURDAY OR MONDAY - NAIROBI
On arrival transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure or choose from a selection of optional excursions (book and pay locally).
DAY 3 SUNDAY OR TUESDAY - SAMBURU
Drive north across the equator to the Samburu National Reserve (360 km) and check in to your lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive. (b,l,d)
DAY 4 MONDAY OR WEDNESDAY - SAMBURU
Morning and late afternoon game drives in this open savannah which is traversed by the Uaso Nyiro River. The river is populated by hippos and crocodiles, whilst the park is home to a host of animals including several species which are rarely seen in numbers elsewhere including Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffes and long-necked gerenuks. (b,l,d)
DAY 5 TUESDAY OR THURSDAY - ABERDARES
Drive south into the Aberdares (220 km) and take lunch at the Outspan Hotel. Transfer to Treetops (please limit your luggage to an overnight bag - the remainder can be stored at Outspan. Bathroom facilities are shared). (b,l,d)
DAY 6 WEDNESDAY OR FRIDAY - LAKE NAKURU OR NAIVASHA
An early morning transfer to Outspan Hotel for breakfast and to collect your luggage. Descend into the Great Rift Valley and continue on to Lake Nakuru for an afternoon game drive. Overnight at Lake Nakuru or Lake Naivasha. (b,l,d)
DAY 7 THURSDAY OR SATURDAY - MASAI MARA
Drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve (320 km). An afternoon game drive. (b,l,d)
DAY 8 FRIDAY OR SUNDAY - MASAI MARA
Enjoy an early morning balloon flight over the Mara, followed by a 'bubbly' bush breakfast (optional extra), or an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. Relax by the pool overlooking the endless panorama stretched out before you. Afternoon game drive. (b,l,d)
DAY 9 SATURDAY OR MONDAY - EXTENSION OR HEATHROW
After breakfast, return to Nairobi (300 km), proceed with your chosen beach extension (see opposite) or return to Heathrow. (b)
Children aged 7 and below are not permitted on this safari. Please call our Freephone enquiry number, 0808 1089 100 for more details. | 
