Kenya Safari & Beach Vacation

Jambo! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met by a Spiced Destinations representative who will assist with the transfer to Jacaranda Hotel for an overnight stay. The Jacaranda Hotel is a landmark of calm and tranquility nestled on four acres of beautifully landscaped lawns surrounded by lush gardens and Jacaranda trees.

After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara. You will enjoy a beautiful lunch at the lodge and then set out for an afternoon game drive catching your first glimpse of Kenya’s spectacular wildlife. Maasai Mara is Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve, much like the setting for the film “Out of Africa”. It is a classic Savannah – grasslands, where animals are plentiful and the vistas spectacular. In this dreamlike land, animals live in freedom, and the Maasai tend their cattle, all sharing the same land with minimal conflict. As the sunsets you will arrive back at the lodge for dinner. Overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D)

Embrace another full day of game drive viewing at the Maasai Mara game reserve which is inhabited by many of Africa's most popular wild animals, including lion, cheetah, elephant, leopard, black rhino and hippo. There are also over 500 resident species of birds in the park including ostrich, larks and sun-birds as well as the lovely Lilac-breasted Roller. The area is famous for rolling grasslands and for the Mara River, which runs through the reserve from north to south. Overnight at the lodge (B, L, D)

Today’s full day of game drive viewing will highlight a different section of the reserve covers a total area of 700 square miles and forms part of the Serengeti ecosystem, hosting the world famous spectacle of the annual migration of up to two million wildebeest, thousands of zebra and an escort of carnivores from the Serengeti plains that follow the rains and succulent new grass. A costly trek as many of the lame, haggard and sick will fall prey to the ravening pack of predators and many more will die in the swirling flood waters of the Mara River as they try to cross it. The Mara also has one of the highest concentrations of cheetah on the continent, as well as many magnificent black-maned lions. Overnight at the lodge (B, L, D)

Breakfast at the lodge before departing to Naivasha a beautiful freshwater lake, fringed by thick papyrus. Lake Naivasha is one of the gems in a necklace of Rift Valley lakes, has a variety of bird life and hippo colonies. Lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge. Spend the afternoon at leisure or take an optional boat ride by the lake.

Lake Naivasha is the second largest freshwater lake in Kenya and one of only two freshwater lakes in the rift valley, the other being L. Baringo. Lake Naivasha is unusual in that it has no known outlet, normally a prerequisite for a freshwater lake! The lake edge supports dense vegetation which, in turn, supports a thriving bird population including the Grey-capped Warbler, Spectacled Weaver, Brimstone Canary and Red-billed Fire finch. All told the area has a bird list of over 350 species. In the afternoon, we will visit hells gate returning later to the lodge for overnight. (B, L, D)

After breakfast, depart to Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of Africa's highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. The snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rises above a saucer of clouds and dominates every aspect of Amboseli. This park covers only 150 square miles, but despite its small size and its fragile ecosystem, it supports a wide range of mammals (well over 50 of the larger species) and birds (over 400 species). Years ago this was the locale around which such famous writers as Ernest Hemingway and Robert Ruark spun their stories of big-game hunting in the wilds of Africa. This too, is part of Maasai land, and it’s not unusual to see the proud Maasai warrior or small children tending their cattle as you traverse their territory. In this land, animal and man have learned to coexist and thrive together, despite the harsh conditions.

Located in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, beside a copse of giant acacia trees and a gently flowing natural spring, stands Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge. With Kilimanjaro 19,340 foot snow-capped summit presiding over the landscape, the setting is unrivaled. All around the lodge roams the wildlife that has made East Africa legendary – lion, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, baboon, gazelle, and wildebeest. The lodge is influenced by native Maasai architecture, and is in perfect harmony with its environment. Beautifully-landscaped gardens, unique guest services and exceptional amenities enhance the distinctive ambiance. The uniquely constructed Ivory Class guest rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, that are individually appointed with authentic Africana murals painted by a renowned local artist and convey a distinctive Maasai Manyatta mood. The rooms are grouped in the manner of a Maasai village, each room enjoys a view of either majestic Mount Kilimanjaro or the expansive Amboseli plains which are home to herds of elephant that feed on the large, feathery acacia trees. Overlooking the saltlick and floodlit waterhole, the open air dining room serves guests sumptuous international menus, buffets and barbecues alongside authentic African dishes. A full service bar and refreshing outdoor pool are some of the other luxuries one is expected to find at this lodge. (B, L, D)

Continue this amazing experience, enjoying the grounds of the lodge and visiting the Amboseli National Park. (B, L, D)

Today marks the end of your bush expedition. Have breakfast at your lodge after which you will check out.

Your driver guide will meet you at the lobby, and after packing all your bags in the customized safari minibus, depart Amboseli with a game drive. You will then rejoin with the Nairobi – Mombasa highway and head for Mombasa. Arrive at the Voyager Beach Resort for check in followed by lunch. Rest of the afternoon at leisure. (B, L, D)

With its 3 restaurants, 3 swimming pools, endless array of exciting family activities, a professional diving school and its own Watersports Center, Voyager Beach Resort really does have something for everyone, and has been rated one of Kuoni's top 20 beach destinations worldwide. (B, L, D)

You have another full day to enjoy the fabulous Voyager Beach Resort the western seaboard of the Indian Ocean, with numerous inclusive activities to choose from to please all ages and interests. In addition, there are several optional day trip excursions to choose from. Please let us know if you are interested in receiving more information regarding the tours and fees that are offered. (B, L, D)

After you have enjoyed your breakfast at the resort, please check out. You are welcome to relax by the resort’s pool side or by the beach until the late afternoon. Later you will be met by your driver guide who will transfer you to Moi International Airport for your flight to Nairobi to connect with your international flight back home. (B)