Escorted Tours 2023 - 2025

the multitude of animals residing along its tree-lined shores. An afternoon at leisure allows you to relax and soak in the beauty of your natural surroundings. Day 6: Lake Naivasha B/L/D This morning, journey to the private island sanctuary of Crescent Island Game Conservancy, located in the middle of Lake Naivasha. With its flat topography, a dense concentration of wildlife and unique island location, the reserve is often referred to as Naivasha’s best-kept secret. Travel into the heart of the island as you search for animals and over 200 species of bird life. Return to the lake’s shores and continue onward to Elsamere Lodge Conservation Centre. Refresh yourself with one of the best high teas in Kenya then visit the adjoining Joy Adamson Museum, dedicated to conservation heroes Joy and George Adamson. Browse through the museum exhibits which depict the Adamsons’ conservation efforts and their experience raising the orphaned lion cub which later inspired the book and movie ‘Born Free’. Later this afternoon, return to the main lake area for some time at leisure when it is possible to see hippos, buffalo, giraffes and colobus monkeys along the shore. Day 7: Lake Naivasha to Maasai Mara Game Reserve B/L/D After breakfast, depart on a 5.5 hour drive through the savannah as you make your way to Maasai Mara Game Reserve. One of Africa’s most famed wildlife reserves, Maasai Mara is home to a fantastic year- round concentration of wildlife and the annual Great Migration. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch before an afternoon game drive carries you into the depths of the reserve. Go in search of the Big Five and over 450 species of birds and wildlife; the rolling grasslands allow for easy viewing, and the reserve offers some of the highest odds for spotting big cats. Day 8: Maasai Mara Game Reserve B/L/D Witness the Kenyan landscape bathed in an early morning glow as you set out on a sunrise game drive. Sunrise is one of the most picturesque and rewarding times to spot wildlife, who congregate around waterholes in large herds. Enjoy breakfast al fresco in the bush, before enjoying a visit to a traditional Maasai Village and to immerse yourself in the song, dance, colourful robes and everyday activities of the local villagers. After lunch, enjoy the last game drive of your trip. Day 9: Maasai Mara Game Reserve to Nairobi B/L/D Depart this morning and travel back to Nairobi. Along the way, stop at the Giraffe Centre established in 1979 to preserve the Rothschild Giraffe. Travel onward to Nairobi for a farewell dinner. Day 10: Nairobi to the UK This morning, transfer to the airport for your return flight or continue on your chosen extension Maasai Mara Game Reserve Thomson Falls What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to Kenya with Kenya Airways. See page 136-37 for regional flights ✔ Where you’ll stay Nairobi, 4 H Eka Hotel Aberdare National Park, 4 H The Ark Lake Nakuru, 4 H Lion Hill Lodge Lake Naivasha, 4 H Sawela Lodge Maasai Mara Game Reserve, 3 H Mara Leisure Camp ✔ 23 meals ✔ 12 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide Tour pace: Intermediate Mombasa The holiday was amazing. People were friendly. The tour guide was knowledgeable and very helpful. One of the best guided tour trip.” R. Perry Extend your tour Zanzibar beach stay, 4 nights, Half Board, 5 H from £889 Mombasa beach stay, 3 nights, All-Inclusive, 4 H from £549 Amboseli National Park Safari, 3 nights from £1,149 Departures & from prices Sep 2023 £3,499 Nov 2024 £2,999 Oct 2023 £3,199 Jan 2025 £3,749 Nov 2023 £2,699 Feb 2025 £3,749 Feb 2024 £3,549 Mar 2025 £3,299 Mar 2024 £3,099 Apr 2025 £3,099 Apr 2024 £2,899 May 2025 £2,999 May 2024 £2,799 Jun 2025 £3,199 Jun 2024 £2,999 Jul 2025 £3,899 Jul 2024 £3,599 Aug 2025 £4,099 Aug 2024 £3,899 Sep 2025 £3,699 Sep 2024 £3,499 Oct 2025 £3,499 Oct 2024 £3,299 Nov 2025 £3,199 • Lead-in price based on 13 Nov 23 • A single supplement starts from just £319 • Tipping paid locally $45-$90 pp per tour Africa 115 Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details