11 Days/10 Nights – Lewa Conservancy, Maasai Mara Safari & Zanzibar or Diani
Start/End: Nairobi
Status: Open all-year round
Lewa – 2 Nights: Lewa Safari Camp
Maasai Mara – 3 Nights: Sand River Camp or Elephant Pepper Camp
Zanzibar or Diani – 5 Nights: Afrochic Diani or Kilindi Zanzibar
Cost depends on month of travel
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Lewa Conservancy is a prime sanctuary on Laikipia’s plateau, with a known record of conserving and development work for the local community. It’s among the best places in Kenya to view the big five. It’s home to the endangered black rhino, white rhino, and Grevy’s zebra.
Visitors enjoy night drives, walking safaris, horse riding, overnight camel treks, Mount Kenya stunning views and visit to a nearby cultural village.
The conservancy offers great wildlife viewing opportunities for cheetah, elephant, lion, and if luck a wild dog pack. There are special species such as beisa oryx, Grevy’s zebra, and reticulated giraffe. Lewa is dominated by whaleback, rolling semi-arid plains dotted with the acacia trees.
Discovering the Iconic Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara National Reserve is a breathtaking land of vistas, endless plains, and abundant wildlife. It’s home to all year game and animals that form up the Great Migration. It’s a naturalist’s and photographer’s paradise with plenty of the big five, enormous crocodiles, large rafts of hippo, dense thickets, and several bird species.
Zanzibar
Zanzibar is a partly self-governing state consisting of an archipelago of islands in the Indian Ocean. It’s known for its famous spice plantations, exotic beaches, diverse culture, and history.
Diani Beach
Diani Beach in Kwale County, Kenya, is a major beach on the Indian Ocean. It has been voted as the leading beach destination in Africa. Diani has been a prominent tourism resort. Digo is the indigenous inhabitants there. Near the show is shallow water revealing underwater sand bars that allow wading providing a clear view of the sandy bottom.
The area has extensive vegetation of palm trees over the coastal area. River Mwachema at Diani Beach flows into the sea. There are black and white colobus monkeys and coral reefs. It’s popular for jet-skiing, snorkeling, kitesurfing, and sky diving.
Details & Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Transfer to Lewa Conservancy (By flight)
You will be picked by our tour guide/drive from Nairobi hotel at 8.30a.m. Lewa flight departs at 1115 hours. Once you land in Lewa, there is a driver on standby who will transfer you to the camp. Check in and later have lunch before an afternoon game drive at 4o’clock.
Overnight: Lewa Safari Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Lewa – Morning & afternoon game drives
Spend this day with morning and afternoon game drives in search of the big five and many other wildlife that inhabits these beautiful savannah plains. Activities you will engage in apart from game drives include bush walks, sun downer and bush picnics. Lewa is an excellent location for all the Big Five and several other wildlife. It is a good location for photographers and wild lovers. All meals are taken at the camp.
Overnight: Lewa Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Lewa – Transfer to Maasai Mara (By Flight)
After breakfast at the camp, you will be transferred to the airstrip for a flight to Mara. The flight leaves at 9.35 am. to arrive at 11a.m. You will arrive at Mara you will be picked by camp’s driver. Have lunch relax before an afternoon game drive at 4 o’clock for 2 hours.
Overnight: Sand River Camp or Elephant Pepper Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 & 5: Maasai Mara – Full day
Spend these 2 days with game drives in search of the big five and many other wildlife that inhabits these beautiful savannah plains. All meals are taken at the camp.
Optional activities: Hot air balloon, a visit to Maasai village, sun downer, bush breakfast & guided nature walks
Overnight: Sand River Camp or Elephant Pepper Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Maasai Mara – Transfer to Nairobi – Zanzibar/Diani (flight)
Have another early morning game drive then return to the camp for breakfast. Thereafter then you will be transferred to the airstrip for a flight to Nairobi departing at 11.15a.m. You will arrive at 12.15 p.m. and connect with afternoon flight to Diani or Zanzibar.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight: Afrochic Diani/Kilindi Zanzibar
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7 – 10: Zanzibar/Diani – Leisure activities
Overnight: Afrochic Diani/Kilindi Zanzibar
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 11: Zanzibar/Diani – Transfer to Nairobi by flight
Notes
- Rates are per person in USD
- Accommodation is subject to availability
- All tents are private with en suite bathrooms
- Wear mask at all times & carry extra sanitizer with you.
Inclusive of
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All government taxes/VAT
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Park entry fees to Lewa & Maasai Mara
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Accommodation and meals as mentioned in the tour description.
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Drinking water throughout the safari
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Transport and Game drives will be shared in the camp’s 4/4 Open-sided Land Cruisers in both Lewa & Mara
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All game drives as mentioned in the tour description
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Services of a professional tour driver/guide
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Flight from Nairobi – Lewa – Nairobi – Mara –Nairobi & Nairobi – Zanzibar/Diani – Nairobi
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All airport transfers in Nairobi, Lewa and Mara
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Bush walks, sun downers and bush picnics
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All airport transfers
Exclusive Of
- International flights from home and back
- Tips & porterage
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Other personal items
- Optional Activities: Balloon ride ($450 per person), Maasai Village visit and any other activity not in the tour description above