In bustling Nairobi you meet the animals supported through local conservation projects for giraffe and elephants. Your safari begins at the Naro Moru River where Mt Kenya towers in the distance. The nearby Sweetwaters Game Reserve offers excellent game viewing. Onwards to the Rift Valley lakes - Nakuru to see flamingos and rhino; Naivasha to view hippo from a cruise boat (optional).

Youa'll descend into the Great Rift Valley and the rolling grasslands of the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. Sightings of the a?Big Ninea? (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, cheetah, giraffe, zebra and hippo) are more or less guaranteed here, as are herds of wildebeest which roam across the plains. You will also meet some of the semi-nomadic Masai tribesman to learn about their fascinating culture - including a lesson in how to throw a Masai hunting spear - stand well back please!

Itinerary:

Day 1 Trip starts in Nairobi a elephant orphanage & giraffe centre 2 Drive to Naro Moru riverside lodge near Mt Kenya 3 Game drive Sweetwaters Game Reserve 4 Lake Nakuru a? flamingos 5 Lake Naivasha - optional boat cruise & hippos 6/7 Masai Mara a? game drives & meet Masai 8 Trip ends in Nairobi

Transport, accommodation and meals: Minibus a? all seats have a window Hotel (1nt), lodges (6nts) All accommodation has en suite facilities and great locations, from the mid-size city centre hotel in Nairobi to comfortable lodges with mountain views or lakeside locations. 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 6 dinners
Other costs: International airfare not included. Airport tax abroad not included.
Other info: Minimum age: 5 years This is an easy, non-camping trip where youa'll stay in comfortable lodges, all with swimming pools.
Group size: Maximum 14 people. 3-5 families.
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Climate: Year round.
Trip Reference: FKC