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Kenya may not be the first place you consider for a science trip, however the spectacular landscapes formed over millions of years, human activity dating back to the earliest occupiers and the clear African skies makes this an excellent location to study the scientific processes involved. Geological activity has formed a very varied landscape from wide open Plains to the awesome Rift Valley: Humans have created ingenious ways to see these features as well as creating National Parks and Reserves to view and preserve the most precious African resource - its wildlife. Learn how the fight against poverty and disease is being won and gaze in wonder at a billion stars as you drive through the savannah at night with your expert guide pointing out the constellations of the southern skies.
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9 days/7 nights
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Includes:
- Return flights inclusive of tax
- Destination airport transfer
- 7 nights accommodation
- Breakfast, Lunch and dinner daily
- Full guided Safari Programme as shown in the itinerary
- Park and entrance fees
- comprehensive medical and travel insurance
- FREE staff place ration 1:10
- Itinerary planning service
- Detailed info pack
- VAT
Suggested Activities
Sample Itinerary
Example AccommodationCrescent Island Wildlife Sanctuary
Crescent Island Wildlife Sanctuary, located on Lake Naivasha is in the submerged rim of an immerged volcanic crater forming a bay which is the deepest point of the lake; the Crescent Island is a preserved sanctuary of wildlife where you will wander among tiny herds of mammals. A peaceful experience with Giraffe, Antelope, Gazelle, Eland, Zebra and an abundance of bird species including pelicans, c...
Hell's Gate National Park
Hell’s Gate National Park covers an area of 68.25 square km and is situated in the environs of Lake Naivasha about 90 km from Nairobi. It is characterised by diverse topography and geological scenery. You trek on foot through the park and along it’s spectacular gorges and have the chance to see wildlife up close including eland, buffalo, lion, giraffe, zebra, leopard, impala, Grant’s and Thomson’s...
Crater Lake Game Sanctuary
Surrounding a beautiful volcanic Crater Lake, on the western side of Lake Naivasha and north of the village of Kongoni, is the small Crater Lake Game Sanctuary, with many trails including one for hikers along the steep but diminutive crater rim. Besides the impressive 150 bird species recorded here, giraffes, zebras and other plains wildlife are also regular residents. While walking, remember that...
Masai Mara National Reserve
The Masai Mara NR named for the traditional inhabitants of the area is regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife viewing areas. The annual wildebeest’s migration alone involves over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November. There have been some 95 species of mammals, amphibians and reptiles and over 400 birds species recorded on the reserve. Nowhere in Africa is wildlife more...
Kiambethu Tea farm
Situated 40 minutes outside Nairobi at an altitude of 7200feet (2200m) in a truly magnificent garden with views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Ngong Hills lies Kiambethu, a farmhouse to four generations of the first family to plant and make tea in Kenya. Guests are served a pre-lunch drink and learn the processes of tea making before enjoying a sumptuous lunch. Guests can visit the tea fields and wa...
| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fly UK to Kenya | ||
| Day 2 | Arrive Nairobi. Meet your guide on arrival. Depart Nairobi | Arrive in the Rift Valley. Afternoon walk walk around Crescent Island, Lake Naivasha | Evening at leisure |
| Day 3 | Breakfast then transfer to the Hells Gate National Park. Morning walk is done on typical flat African savanah. | Afternoon walk takes you to Hells Gate Gorge | Evening at leisure |
| Day 4 | Breakfast. Transfer to Crater Lake Game Sanctuary. Today will be spent walking in the Park, from the top of the crater to the floor where you will see magnificent views of the Lake as well as wildlife such as Giraffe, Colobus monkeys and gazelles | Evening at leisure | |
| Day 5 | Breakfast. Today you will transfer to the best known of Kenya's National Reserves, the Masai Mara. | Arrive Masai Mara with time for an afternoon game drive | Evening at leisure |
| Day 6 | Today will be a typical safari day. Starting with a morning game drive and returning to the lodge for breakfast. During the day you will have time to visit a local Masai Village and learn of their culture. An afternoon game drive will be followed by dinner at the lodge | ||
| Day 7 | Game drive and breakfast. Depart Masai Mara. | Travel to Nairobi with a lunch stop at Kathmandu Tea Plantation. Arrive at acommodation for afternoon game activities | Evening at leisure. Take time this evening to do some star gazing under the clear night skies |
| Day 8 | Today will be a typical safari day. Starting with a morning game drive and returning to the lodge for breakfast. During the day you will have time to partake in a game walk An afternoon game drive may be substituted by an evening game drive. | ||
| Day 9 | Breakfast. Transfer to airport | Fly back to the UK | |
Marina Resort
The Marina Resort boasts green lawns shaded by mature acacias and spreading fever trees that stretch down to the lake's shore. This is a very simple lodge, offering rooms and tent pitches.
The lake is home to a wide variety of water and woodland birds and the lodge offers easy access to Hell's Gate National Park and Crescent Island where game viewing walks are recommended.
The lake is home to a wide variety of water and woodland birds and the lodge offers easy access to Hell's Gate National Park and Crescent Island where game viewing walks are recommended.
Riverside Camp
Riverside camp is Masai owned and managed under Kipeen and Everlyne Saiyalel. Kipeen is the ex chief of the purko masai and Everlyne is the daughter of the now deceased paramount chief Lorionka ole Ntutu, together with their children you have a unique opportunity to learn more about Maa hierarchy and culture.
This campsite has good facilities while they also offer simple bandas, which provide shelter for the tentless. There is a bar and meals can be arranged at the camp.
This campsite has good facilities while they also offer simple bandas, which provide shelter for the tentless. There is a bar and meals can be arranged at the camp.
Swara Plains Acacia Camp
Swara Plains Acacia Camp has rustic but comfortable accommodation. There are 13 cozy little bandas each having their own en-suite bathroom. The main mess area is open with views of the garden.
As well as the comfortable accommodation there is good home cooking available at the camp. Evening game drives, cycling and fishing in many of the seasonal dams are some of the activities in the conservancy.
As well as the comfortable accommodation there is good home cooking available at the camp. Evening game drives, cycling and fishing in many of the seasonal dams are some of the activities in the conservancy.
