2008
Out Of Africa
A new safari offering a week of classic adventure combined with the most luxurious tented accommodation. This safari is ideal for those looking to experience the very best Kenya has to offer in game viewing through the world famous Masai Mara, which is home to the 'Big Five'.
Our opinion
Enjoy Out of Africa as a first time experience of game viewing or a classic holiday for those captivated by the thrill of safari.
Escorted
English speaking driver/guide
Itinerary
- Nairobi: 1 night
- Masai Mara: 5 nights
Day 1 London/Nairobi
Depart from Heathrow, flying British Airways daylight flight to Nairobi. On arrival transfer to the Nairobi Serena, a first class hotel in the centre of bustling Nairobi. Enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants (payable locally) and overnight in a Standard room.
Day 2 Nairobi/Masai Mara
After breakfast transfer to the airport for a light aircraft Safari Link flight to the famous Masai Mara, where an abundance of wildlife, excellent guides and breathtaking accommodation await. After flying over the vast plains of Kenya, arrive at the Siana Conservancy at the south eastern corner of the Mara. Mara Bushtops, the exclusive luxury camp will be your home in the Mara, where you can enjoy absolute comfort in your spacious tent, with sunken outdoor bath, wooden game viewing deck and 24-hour tent service. The camp of just 12 tents enjoys an infinity pool and the freedom to offer night game drives as well as walking safaris. The restaurant, which features an impressive wine cellar, and lounge overlook the watering hole which also features a natural salt lick, attracting an abundance of game. Enjoy game drives today and for the following four days, where you will get the opportunity to seek the ‘Big Five’, follow prides of lion, marvel at the size of elephant and listen for the call of many different birds. Enjoy two game drives a day with our excellent driver guides with you to guide you through the wildlife and migration patterns of the animals in the Mara. An added feature of game drives here is the presence of Masai spotters who sit on a special chair mounted on the bonnet. Their tracking and spotting skills can make all the difference!
Day 7 Masai Mara/Nairobo/London
After an early morning game drive, breakfast, mid morning game drive and bush lunch, fly back to Nairobi with Safari Link to connect with your British Airways overnight flight to Heathrow, arriving the next morning.
Mombasa Extension
Out of Africa: 6 nights
Mombasa Extention: 6
Day 7 to Day 15 Nairobo/Mombasa
Morning and lunch as per main itinerary, then take an afternoon Mombasa Air flight direct to Mombasa and transfer to the first class Serena Beach hotel. Spend eight nights in a seaview room lazing by the white sandy beach and enjoying the fresh seafood on offer.
Day 15 Mombasa/Nairobi/London
After one last day in the sun take the evening Kenya Airways flight to Nairobi and connect with your British Airways flight home, arriving the next day.
Samburu Option
Nairobi: 1 night
Samburu: 2 nights
Masai mara: 5
Day 1 London/Nairobi
Depart from Heathrow, flying British Airways daylight flight to Nairobi. On arrival transfer to the Nairobi Serena, a first class hotel in the centre of bustling Nairobi. Enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants (payable locally) and overnight in a Standard room.
Day 2 to Day 4 Samburu
Instead of flying to the Mara, fly by Safari Link light aircraft north to Samburu, where the Uaso Nyiro River snakes through the park. On the banks of this river lies the stylish Larsens Camp, a deluxe class tented camp and a superb stage for an endless pageant of elephant and other wildlife trumpeting in the shallows. Enjoy two days of game drives through the National Reserve, which is a favourite for leopard spotting.
Day 4 to Day 8 Masai Mara
After further game drives this morning, fly Safari Link to the Mara and Mara Bushtops, for five days as per main itinerary.
Day 8 Masai Mara/London
After an early morning game drive, breakfast, mid morning game drive and bush lunch, fly back to Nairobi with Safari Link to connect with your British Airways overnight flight to Heathrow, arriving the next morning.
