ABOUT KENYA

The Republic of Kenya is a country in East Africa. It is bordered by Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the northeast, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, and Sudan to the northwest, with the Indian Ocean running along the southeast border. The country is named after Mount Kenya, a very significant landmark and the second among the highest mountain peaks of Africa. Tourism is one of Kenya's major industries. Foreigners often come to see the game parks and wildlife of the African savanna. As preservation of the native wildlife is in the interest of the country, much attention of late has been focused on the preservation of endangered species and their habitats

CLIMATE

Kenya's climate varies across the country, from the tropical humidity of the coast, the dry heat of the savannah or semi-arid areas and the cool air of the highlands Most parts of the country experience two rainy seasons: the 'long rains' falling over a ten week period between April and June, and the 'short rains' over a five week period between November and December. The rain tends to fall mainly at night and is usually a short and heavy tropical downpour. Rain may occasionally fall outside of the normal rainy seasons. In the highland areas, north of Nairobi it may get chilly at night or in the early mornings – especially June, July, August when temperatures are cooler - so it is recommended that visitors pack some items of warm clothing

Average Temperatures

Time Difference: 1½ hours behind IST

SUGGESTED TOUR ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Nairobi
Arrive at Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Proceed through immigration and baggage collection later meet our local representative for your transfer to the hotel. Check in and relax. In the afternoon depart for a city tour of Nairobi and the Giraffe Centre. The Giraffe Center is a wonderful and refreshing experience, the tour gives a completely up close and personal interaction where guests have the opportunity to view giraffes as well as feed them. Return back to the hotel. Dinner tonight will be taken at the local Indian restaurant.. Overnight in Nairobi.

Day 02: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National park
After a delicious breakfast, travel overland to Lake Nakuru National Park (180kms, 3 hours drive approx). The spectacular alkaline Lake is famously known as the feeding ground of both lesser and greater flamingos. This National park, which is fenced all round is a sanctuary for birds, Rothschild giraffes and both black and white-rhinos. Other mammals in abundance include Waterbucks, Buffalos, Gazelles, Lions, Baboons and the elusive Leopards sometimes seen sleeping on the horizontal branches of the “Fever trees”. Lunch will be served at the lodge. After lunch enjoy a late afternoon game drive in this park. Dinner and overnight in Lake Nakuru.

Day 03: Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve
After an early morning breakfast at the lodge, depart overland to the Masai Mara Game Reserve-jewel of Kenya's Game Park (350kms, 5 hours drive approx). The Masai Mara is Kenya's finest and most outstanding wildlife sanctuary where gentle rolling grassland ensures animals are never out of sight. The climate is gentle, rarely too hot and well spread rainfall year round. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. After lunch, explore the Reserve on a late afternoon game drive. No matter how much you have thought about Africa, this is more than you expected—the big five—Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Rhino and Cape buffalo are in abundance. Dinner and overnight in Masai Mara

Day 04: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Enjoy an early morning Balloon flight over the Mara Plains (optional / extra) or an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. Rest of the morning spent at leisure with lunch served at the lodge. In the afternoon visit a local Masai Village (optional / extra) followed by a late afternoon game drive. Game viewing is never dull in the Mara, and patience is often rewarded with unique sightings, such as a pride of lion stalking their prey, a solitary leopard retrieving its kill from the high branches of an acacia tree, or a herd of elephant protecting their young from predators. Return back to the lodge. Dinner and overnight in Masai Mara.

Day 05: Depart Nairobi
After breakfast at the lodge depart and drive back to Nairobi. (305kms, 5 hours drive approx). Upon arrival transfer to the Lounge to freshen up. Light lunch will be served. Shower facilities with clean towels are available at the Lounge. Later you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.