This 10 Days Scenic Delights will take you to Chyulu Hills, Maasai Mara & Diani Beach – 3 of th ebest destinations to encounter best of wildlife and scenic beauty. Experience the wildlife extravaganza of the Maasai Mara, the scenic beauty and elephants of Chyulu Hills and relax on the sandy white beaches of the south coast. Stay in elegant lodges and hotels and delight in exceptional service.
The highlight in this trip is the chyulu hills – Tucked away between Tsavo West National Park and Amboseli National Park, Chyulu Hills National Park boasts striking and diverse landscapes. Chyulu is a rugged wilderness still showing signs of its volcanic origins – and boasting some of the best views of Kilimanjaro. The reserve is a rugged jumble of ancient volcanic cones and craters, as well as the longest lava tube in the world.
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and assisted to transfer to Emakoko. The Emakoko is a boutique lodge uniquely positioned on the edge of the Nairobi National Park. It is located a short 45 minute drive from either of Nairobi’s airports. The drive through the park itself, with its beautiful scenery and abundance of plains game is a superb way to start any East African safari. What better way to start a holiday by supporting the conservation of this unique area and in particular, by supporting the endangered Black Rhino which are prolific in this park. The Nairobi National Park, despite its proximity to the capital city of Kenya, boasts a spectacular assortment of birds and wildlife, with over 400 species of bird recorded in one day. With an excellent possibility of spotting four of the Big Five, many Nairobi residents find the lodge a perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of city life. By staying at The Emakoko you are directly contributing to the protection and conservation of Nairobi National Park and its wildlife.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Wilson airport for your schedule flight to Chyulu Hills. On landing you will be met and assisted to transfer and check in at Ol Donyo Lodge. Chyulu is home to a wonderful selection of game, including buffalo, antelope, elephant, leopard, wildebeest and zebra. The bird watchers’ paradise of Lake Jipe lies in the south-west corner of the reserve. From a distance, the Chyulu Hills look green and inviting, their jagged ridges rising from dusty plains. Up close, these mountains are a dark world of black volcanic soil, black rocks, ash cones and barren lava flows. The upper slopes are home to 37 species of orchids. Deep beneath the hills is a catacomb of mostly unexplored caves.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to your local airstrip for your schedule flight to Mara North Conservancy. You will be received and transferred to Kicheche Mara Camp. Kicheche Mara Camp is a classic tented camp hidden in a beautiful valley in a prime wildlife area of the Mara North Conservancy. The luxury tents are laid out alongside a seasonal stream from where you can observe the resident birdlife and plains game beyond. The location is ideal as game viewing frequently starts in the camp itself and there is prime wildlife habitat on all sides providing an ideal base for your safari in the Masai Mara. The Mara North Conservancy is a collective of lodge owners who work in partnership with over 800 local Maasai landowners to promote conservation and sustainable tourism in the region. As a private reserve, you will experience near exclusivity as you traverse the plains and rivers – a pleasant contrast to the Mara. Rising early, you may wish to set out today with a picnic breakfast to enjoy in a hide or beside the river. A safari here will give you plenty of opportunities to watch the resident lion prides closely. Alternatively, you may wish to set out on foot with a local Maasai Warrior, for greater intimacy and familiarity with your surroundings. These warriors will be able to show you and your family the techniques that have enabled them to survive in this challenging landscape for centuries.
After breakfast, you will bid farewell to the bush and head out on your schedule flight to Diani beach. Upon landing you will be transferred to Nomad Beach Resort - Nomad Beach Resort epitomises laidback comfort in an atmosphere imbued with discretion, warmth and exclusivity. Situated on the glistening white shores of the award-winning Diani Beach, Nomad Beach Resort provides an idyllic beach getaway. Situated on one of the best beaches in Africa is The Sands at Nomad. This boutique resort is an ideal escape on Kenya's breathtaking Diani Beach - relax at the resort's luxury spa and indulge in their first-class dining one day, explore the untouched reefs whilst scuba diving the next. Whether you’re dreaming of a low-key day on the beach, camel riding and building sandcastles, sun-kissed days on a private sunbed, a dolphin safari or a deep-sea fishing excursion, Nomad can help you have the holiday of a lifetime.
On the final day of your Premier Safari there will be time for a leisurely breakfast before your flight to Nairobi, Wilson Airport for your onward travel arrangements.
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