2016 - APT Africa

56 9 Day Kenya Discovery Mt Kenya | Samburu National Reserve | Masai Mara Meet another member of the Big Five KENYA Nairobi Mt Kenya Samburu National Reserve Masai Mara 3 2 2 1 Coach Flights (included) No. of nights stay SMALL GROUP SAFARI YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 9 Services of an APT Tour Director and local guides throughout your trip 9 All tipping, airport transfers, game park fees, sightseeing and porterage 9 Light plane flights in Kenya FINEST DINING – 23 MEALS 9 Enjoy 8 Breakfasts (B), 7 Lunches (L) and 8 Dinners (D) Day 1. Arrive Nairobi. On arrival in Nairobi, be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a Welcome Reception, including a private performance by the famous Kenyan Boys Choir. Stay: Nairobi, Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel. D Day 2. Nairobi, Mt Kenya. Leave Nairobi bound for Mt Kenya, Africa's second highest mountain. Arrive to a gracious welcome at Mt Kenya Safari Club, originally the retreat of movie star and club founder, William Holden. Two Night Stay: Mt Kenya, Fairmont Mt Kenya Safari Club. BLD Day 3. Mt Kenya. Today's adventure takes you to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a non-profit wildlife haven that supports Africa's endangered species. On game drives, you'll visit the chimpanzee sanctuary and enjoy close encounters with the resident rhinos. Lunch will be set for you in within the conservancy. BLD Day 4. Mt Kenya, Samburu National Reserve. Named after the nomadic Samburu people, Samburu National Reserve is a true hidden gem. A relatively isolated park, its untouched landscapes are alive with unique species such as Grevy's zebra, the reticulated giraffe and the beisa oryx. Travel by 4WD through grassland and acacia forests to your camp, where stylish tents are set amid riparian forest on the Ewaso Nyiro River. The area is frequented by hippos, whose antics you can watch from your private verandah. Two Night Stay: Samburu National Reserve, Larsens Tented Camp. BLD Day 5. Samburu National Reserve. Plunge into the wilds of Samburu National Reserve on a morning game drive. With luck you will spot leopards and cheetahs, as well as unusual bird species including lilac-breasted rollers and wattled starlings. You will also have the chance to experience the culture of the local people with a visit to a Samburu village. The Samburu people still wear colourful dress and move from place to place with their livestock. Learning about such traditions makes for an enlightening discovery today. BLD Day 6. Samburu National Reserve, Masai Mara. Fly to the Masai Mara, one of Africa's great game reserves which is also home to the Maasai people who have lived here for centuries. Shortly after arriving, head off-road through the savannah on your first game drive. This is one of the best places in Africa to spot big game so be sure to keep watch. Three Night Stay: Masai Mara, Karen Blixen Camp. BLD Day 7. Masai Mara, Freedom of Choice. Enjoy a morning game drive, then set out on a nature walk or learn about Maasai beading. After lunch at camp, spend some time at a Maasai village. Wonder awaits on an evening game drive as the animals become more active. Raise a glass and celebrate your experience with sundowner drinks before returning to camp. BLD Day 8. Masai Mara. Spend today exploring at leisure or relaxing at your camp. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable bush dinner under the African night sky. BLD Day 9. Masai Mara, Depart Nairobi. Board an included flight back to Nairobi, where you will proceed to your onward flight. B Freedom of Choice TM Inclusions Signature Invitations www.aptouring.com.au 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) 9 DAYS KENYA (AFK9) 2016 Twin Share Solo Trav. June 30. $9,495 $11,595 Aug. 4, 18. $9,495 $11,595 Sept. 1, 29. $9,495 $11,595 Oct. 6. $9,495 $11,595 PLEASE NOTE: Prices include all flights and airport taxes within Africa. Taxes subject to change. Flying Doctor Service in Kenya is included. ASK ABOUT OUR SUPERDEALS

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