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 From the vast ecosystem of Amboseli National Park to the 90,000-acre Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the wide grasslands of the Masai Mara and the majestic wildlife that roams within them, there is no place like Kenya for a classic safari. And, in the company of your all LGBT+ family, a Kenya luxury safari becomes the experience of a lifetime. With Brand g, a top Kenya safari package means days abuzz with bush walks, evening drives aboard comfortable 4×4 vehicles and nights spent under a blanket of stars.
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Traverse the Amboseli National Park, which spans the border with Tanzania in search of dozens of species, including big cats. Years ago, this place formed the backdrop to the stories of famous novelists, Ernest Hemingway and Robert Ruark. For centuries, it has been the home of the celebrated Maasai, a proud nomadic people, famed for their courage and traditions. Lion, leopard, wild dog and Grevy’s zebra roam free in the 90,000-acre Ol Pejeta Conservancy wildlife conservancy, at the food of Mt Kenya, which is known for its rhino and chimpanzee conservation efforts. The Maasai Mara plays host to the most spectacular array of wildlife. 1,500 square kilometers (580 square miles) of broad biscuit-colored savannah sprawls as home to huge numbers of birds (almost 600 species) and animals and is adjacent to the enormous expanse of the Serenegeti; the two make up the most diverse ecosystem on the continent.
Day 1 - Thursday, February 20, 2025
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, Kenya. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. The transfer time is approximately 40 minutes.
Nairobi is the largest city between Cairo and Johannesburg. Though just south of the equator, it enjoys a spring-like climate. It is a modern city, yet its main avenues blaze with color from tropical bushes and vines. Cuisine of all types is available from Chinese to French and Italian. Several restaurants also offer local favorites. Shopping in Nairobi varies from African clothing and craft shops to bazaar stalls and open-air markets where souvenir hunters find bargains ranging from woodcarvings to Persian carpets. There are excellent museums, offering insights into the fauna, culture and history of Kenya.
This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at hotel.
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi, 5* (Deluxe Courtyard Queen Room)
Day 2 - Friday, February 21, 2025
Breakfast is included at the hotel. After, depart for a full day excursion including the Giraffe Centre a non-profit environmental conservation center that offers a unique experience of feeding and interacting with the Rothschild giraffe, the endangered species native to East Africa. We will also visit the Karen Blixen Museum the former African home of Danish author KarenBlixen, famous for her 1937 book Out of Africa.
Following lunch at a restaurant, we’ll enjoy an exclusive and very special experience, Forest Folk Stories, a wonderful cultural experience in the Oloolua forest with tales of warriors and maidens that have been handed down for centuries.
After, we return to the hotel, where dinner is on your own and the evening is at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi, 5* (Deluxe Courtyard Queen Room)
Day 3 - Saturday, February 22, 2025
After breakfast, we leave the city behind and take a six-hour drive to Tawi Lodge in Amboseli National Park. The park lies 145 miles south-east of Nairobi at the foot of snow-capped Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. Years ago, this place formed the backdrop to the stories of famous novelists, Ernest Hemingway and Robert Ruark. For centuries, it has been the home of the celebrated Maasai, a proud nomadic people, famed for their courage and traditions. More than any other community in Kenya, they have learned to live in harmony with their environment and its resident wildlife.
Upon arrival, we check in and enjoy lunch. This afternoon embark on your first game drive with an experienced driver/tracker. The park, almost 154 square miles, lies within an ecosystem ten times that size which spans the border with Tanzania and is host to dozens of species including big cats.
Drink in a sundowner with the game before returning to the lodge for a delicious dinner and comfortable sleep.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tawi Lodge, Amboseli National Park, 5* (Cottage Double)
Day 4 - Sunday, February 23, 2025
Today we enjoy a full day at the national park with opportunities for morning and afternoon game drives and other activities, which are offered by the lodge at no extra cost such as camel rides, and bush walks.
You may also choose to spend time enjoying the camp and your beautiful accommodations. The lodge is perfectly positioned to enjoy generous views of iconic Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest, at 19,341 ft and the world’s highest, freestanding mountain. Every deck is arranged to observe the mountain’s ever changing face. The Enormous, elegant rooms, thatched with local mkuti, are set with fireplaces and furnished with four poster beds swathed in snow-white mosquito nets and water holes in front of the lodge bring in myriad thirsty game, elephant, impala, kudu and graceful long-necked gerenuk. The trees around the camp are rowdy with bird-life, more than 400 bird species thrive in this wild place.
Sundowners are the perfect end to another day of safari before returning to the lodge for another delicious dinner. Perhaps take in a night game drive before turning in.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tawi Lodge, Amboseli National Park, 5* (Cottage Double)
Day 5 - Monday, February 24, 2025
Following another delicious breakfast we bid farewell to the wonderful staff at Tawi Lodge and head for the Amboseli airstrip for our flight to Nairobi Wilson Airport, where we connect with a flight to the Kamok airstrip in Nanyuki. Upon arrival, we are met by our local representatives, who will drive us to the Tambarare lodge, where expect to arrive in time for lunch.
Tucked in a grove of fever trees looking out across the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, at the foot of Mt Kenya, is Sanctuary Tambarare Lodge. Easily identifiable by its signature peaks of Batian and Nelion, Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in the country with an elevation of 5,189 meters Deified and known as Kirinyaga by the local Kikuyu tribe, the mountain is home to their god, Ngai, and in his honor, their homes are built with the doors facing the peaks. This extinct volcano erupted some 2.5 million years ago, leaving behind a jagged granite core.
Not only will you find the Big Five roaming here, but Ol Pejeta is also the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa, as well as home to the two remaining northern white rhinos on earth.
Enjoy a late afternoon game drive before a delicious dinner and a restful nights sleep in your new luxurious tent accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sanctuary Tambarare Lodge, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, 5* (Luxury Double Tent)
Day 6 - Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Today enjoy game drives in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy as well as other captivating activities including a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. The Ol Pejeta Conservancy, nestled in the picturesque foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdares, a sprawling 364sq km wildlife haven that boasts an impressive game-to-area ratio, topping the charts of Kenyan parks and reserves. What really sets the Conservancy apart is its dedication to the conservation of endangered species.
You will also have the opportunity to partake in several optional activities offered by the conservancy such as Dog Tracking, Lion Tracking, Meet the Northern White Rhinos, Night Game Drive, and Guided Bush/Bird Walks. These optional activities are offered for an additional fee, which aids the conservation efforts. You will find a list of the activities and pricing in the Optional Tours section of this webpage and may book them in advance.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sanctuary Tambarare Lodge, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, 5* (Luxury Double Tent)
Day 7 - Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Today, breakfast will be served early before returning to the Kamok airstrip for our flight to the Kichwa Tembo airstrip in the Masai Mara. Upon arrival, we’ll be greeted by our local representatives, who will escort us to our next lodge, where we will arrive in time for lunch. Sanctuary Olonana is a luxury lodge on a private stretch of the Mara River at the foot of the impressive Siria Escarpment in the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
The word ‘mara’ comes from the local dialect, Maa, as spoken by the Maasai and means ‘spotted’; certainly the vast grasslands here are dotted by the shadows of small clouds which scud across a huge sky above. The Maasai Mara plays host to the most spectacular array of wildlife. 580 square miles of broad biscuit-colored savannah sprawls as home to huge numbers of birds (almost 600 species) and animals and is adjacent to the enormous expanse of the Serenegeti; the two make up the most diverse ecosystem on the continent.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive, delicious dinner and another restful night leading up to another exciting day tomorrow.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sanctuary Olonana Lodge, Masai Mara, 5* (Suite Double)
Day 8 - Thursday, February 27, 2025
If you choose, rise early today to participate in the magnificent spectacle of a hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara (available at an additional cost in the optional tours section). Once aloft, the balloon floats gently over the plains, giving a bird’s eye view of the game below as the sun creeps slowly over the horizon. After approximately one hour the balloon lands and nearby breakfast is already being prepared.
Or, if ballooning is not for you, enjoy another spectacular day of game drives or one of the many other activities offered by our lodge hosts.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sanctuary Olonana Lodge, Masai Mara, 5* (Suite Double)
Day 9 - Friday, February 28, 2025
Take some time today to enjoy the lodge today where the sprawling lower lounge area offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Or, get in another game drive or two where you can spot anything from elephants to giraffe, antelope, lions, wildebeest, eagles, cheetah, and oh so much more…
Olonana takes a lot seriously – your comfort, conservation of the environment and support of the local Maasai community; the camp supports dozens of local efforts: Enkereri School, a women’s bead project, an organic garden, and indigenous tree planting. Apart for going on game drives and relaxing by the pool or in the spa, you are invited to visit any of these initiatives: plant a tree and leave a positive mark on a piece of Africa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sanctuary Olonana Lodge, Masai Mara, 5* (Suite Double)
Day 10 - Saturday, March 1, 2025
Following breakfast, bid farewell to your camp staff as you leave the Mara and transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Nairobi. Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, we are met and transferred Tamarind Brasserie for Lunch then to the Crowne Plaza Nairobi for an overnight before continuing on to the optional Rwanda Gorilla Trekking experience or homeward bound.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport Hotel, Nairobi, 5* (Superior Double)
Day 11 - Sunday, March 2, 2025
Today we depart from Nairobi on an included commercial flight bound for Rwanda’s capital city, Kigali. Upon arrival our local representatives will meet us and transfer us to the Kigali Serena Hotel, where we’ll enjoy dinner and a restful night.
The elegant Kigali Serena Hotel is situated in the center of the city. The enormous pool and wealth of indigenous trees outside the hotel create a tranquil and welcoming sight for you, before you step into the lavishly decorated interior charmingly personalized with Rwandan art. Beyond the comfort of the accommodation, Kigali Serena offers a myriad of additional features to help its you relax. Maisha Spa, an outdoor pool with Jacuzzi, a fitness center, and two dining options, including Milima Restaurant; one of Kigali’s most popular places to eat.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Kigali Serena Hotel, Kigali, 5*
Day 12 - Monday, March 3, 2025
Following an included breakfast at the hotel, we depart the hotel for a city tour of Kigali featuring the Genocide Memorial Museum. Kigali has been at the center of the country’s dedication to move past their tragic history, and make the country stronger and better than ever. The city has been hailed as one of the cleanest, safest and prettiest capital cities in Africa. This is unsurprising considering the substantial strides Rwanda has taken to ameliorate the country, from its ban of plastic bags to the implementation of Umuganda which sees a monthly coalition of all citizens to clean up their neighborhoods. Kigali’s extensive development has also seen the growth of cultural and contemporary activities; shopping at trendy artisan hub Kigali Cultural Village, exploring the explosion of colors at Kimironko Market, enjoying the city’s burgeoning dining and café scene, or honoring the country’s painful past by visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial.
Following lunch at a local restaurant we drive 2 hours to the Northern Province of Rwanda in Musanze District, the gateway to the Volcanoes National Park, where we’ll check in to The Bishop’s House. The Bishop’s House offers the ultimate in luxury and comfort, with spacious guest rooms and world-class amenities that are sure to exceed your expectations. From plush bedding to stunning views, they’ve thought of everything to make your stay an unforgettable experience. Here we’ll enjoy dinner and a comfortable night’s sleep before our big adventure in the morning.
Its location in the rich quiet suburbs of Musanze places makes the house the ideal location for those wanting to explore the Volcanoes National Park. Your two-night stay will be in Junior Suite accommodations featuring a king-size bed, exquisite decor, and a luxurious bathroom. Step outside and immerse yourself in nature with a private courtyard. And the room comes fully equipped with a well stocked mini-bar, kettle for hot beverages, flat-screen TV, safe and included Wi-Fi.
The Bishop’s House restaurant serves a full hot breakfast, five-course menu table d’hote lunch and six-course dinner.. All meals include the availability of unlimited soft drinks, local beers, and house wines with the exclusion of premium drinks.
The lodge also has a swimming pool, gym, and same-day laundry.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: The Bishop’s House Lodge, Musanze, 4*
Day 13 - Tuesday, March 4, 2025
After an early breakfast, our driver guide will transfer us about 25 minutes to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for our gorilla tracking adventure. We will be given a full briefing by your trackers – be informed about the gorilla family we are tracking, what to expect during the track, how to behave when with the family, and how long we will be with them, as well as meeting the other travelers who are tracking with us. There will be a total of eight guests per gorilla family. Once the briefing is complete we will meet porters who will help carry our backpacks and help with your footing during the hike. Then our driver guide will take us to the start of the trail head to begin our amazing adventure.
Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda is often described as “life-changing” and with good reason. 1,000 gorillas left in the world, to see these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is a truly unique and memorable experience. Gorillas make their homes in and amongst the bamboo-covered slopes of the Virunga Mountains in the Volcanoes National Park. Our expert trackers will take us to visit a habituated family of mountain gorillas where we can stay with them for an awe-inspiring hour, often crouching just a few feet away, while the gorillas go about their daily lives. Hikes in the mountains can last anywhere from 30 minutes to four hours, depending on the family allocated to our group and their location. The journey back can take just as long, but you are often carried along by the euphoria you feel after sighting these majestic creatures.
At the end of this lifechanging experience we are driven back to the lodge in time for lunch. Spend the afternoon and evening relaxing at the beautiful Bishop’s House, reveling in the morning’s experience. A sumptuous dinner is included tonight at the property.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: The Bishop’s House Lodge, Musanze, 4*
Day 14 - Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Today enjoy breakfast and lunch before we begin the 2 hour drive back to Kigali. Upon arrival we’ll go back to the Kigali Serena Hotel, where you’ll have day room use prior to departing on your international flight, homeward bound. If necessitated by your flight, a full overnight stay can be arranged at an additional cost.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Hotel: Kigali Serena Hotel, Kigali, 5* (Day Room)
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• Full day excursion in Nairobi at the Giraffe Centre & the Karen Blixen Museum
• Two days safari exploration of Amboseli National Park
• Two days safari exploration of Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Three days safari exploration of the Masai Mara
• Optional hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara
• Camel rides, bush walks. night game drives, bush breakfast, and sundowners
• Luxe accommodations throughout
• FROM THE TIME YOU LAND UNTIL YOU LEAVE, NEARLY EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED
• Brand g and local hosts throughout your trip
• Airport arrival and departure transfers
• Welcome reception and dinner on arrival in Nairobi
• Select alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with lunches and dinners outside of safari
• Two nights hotel accommodation at Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel (Deluxe Courtyard Queen) in Nairobi
• Two nights accommodation at Tawi Lodge in Amboseli National Park (Cottage Twin) - featuring house wine, beer, soft drinks & selected spirits with lunches and dinners
• Two nights accommodation at Sanctuary Tambarare in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Luxury Tent) - featuring non- alcoholic & alcoholic beverages (including premium brands), laundry services
• Three nights accommodation at Sanctuary Olonana in the Masai Mara (Suite Double) - featuring non-alcoholic beverages, and alcoholic beverages (Including premium brands and Champagne) and laundry services
• Masai village visit
• 9 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches and 8 Dinners - detailed in itinerary
• All park and conservation entrance fees
• Flying doctors’ service for the duration of the safari (evacuation to a Nairobi hospital)
• Internal scheduled charter flights as indicated in the itinerary with 15kg baggage allowance in soft bags
• One night accommodation at the Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport Hotel (Superior Double Room)
Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel, Nairobi
A beloved landmark dating back to 1904, Fairmont The Norfolk has played a pivotal role in Kenyan history as the town and later the modern city of Nairobi grew up around it. Today, it offers guests a sophisticated retreat blending old-world charm and elegant contemporary design near Nairobi National Museum and The Maasai Market. Our roomsoverlook tranquil tropical gardens, while dining experiences range from lavish breakfasts at the iconic Lord Delamere Terrace to African tapas and cocktails at society favorite, Cin Cin Bar.
The hotel features wireless high speed internet, a full service spa, suana, stem bath and heated pool. It also features a 24 hour fitness center offering state-of-the-art equipment including free weights along with treadmills, lifecycles and nautilus machines.
The Deluxe Courtyard Rooms feature a queen bed, refreshment center, tea and coffee facilities, bedside lamps, 32' TV, hairdryer, digital & cordless phone, iron & ironing board, safe and reading desk and multimedia panels.
The rooms have a 3 or 4 piece bathroom with 115/240v shaving socket, rain shower, flush toilet and wash basin. Bathroom amenities include: shampoo, body lotion, bath and shower gel, bathrobes and 2 bottles of 500ml complimentary water daily.
Tawi Lodge, Amboseli National Park
Tawi Lodge is set within 6,000 acres of private conservancy adjacent to Kenya’s Amboseli National Park, which is at the core of a vast ecosystem that straddles the border with Tanzania. The lodge is perfectly positioned to enjoy generous views of iconic Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest, at 19,341 ft (5,963m) and the world’s highest, freestanding mountain. Every deck is arranged to observe the mountain’s ever changing face. Water holes in front of the lodge bring in myriad thirsty game, elephant, impala, kudu and graceful long-necked gerenuk. The trees around the camp are rowdy with bird-life, more than 400 bird species thrive in this wild place. Drink in a sundowner with the game and that view, beneath a beautiful old Tortilis tree.
Twelve enormous, elegant rooms, thatched with local mkuti, are set with fireplaces and furnished with four poster beds swathed in snow-white mosquito nets. Each has a large lockable wooden chest for safekeeping of valuables, and spacious hanging cupboards.
Lodge comforts include 24 Hour Power (240v), supplied predominantly by solar power & backed up by generators. Phones, computers & cameras can be charged at any time. CPAP machines can be used at night & hairdryers can be used at certain times of day. Free Wifi is provided in the main lounge area. Hot water in the cottages is solar heated & backed up by briquette burning water heating boosters. Sufficient power to operate a reverse osmosis & filtration system in order to be able to supply clean, safe drinking water for all guests. Solar powered electric fence which surrounds the the lodge compound.
Sanctuary Tambarare Lodge, Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Nestled amongst fever trees in the shadow of Mount Kenya is Sanctuary Tambarare, a quintessential destination for nature enthusiasts seeking a luxurious and eco-friendly safari experience. Opened in June 2022, Sanctuary Tambarare is the most exclusive lodge in the award-winning Ol Pejeta Conservancy set deep in 90,000 acres of pristine African plains.
A tribute to the region’s conservation efforts, Sanctuary Tambarare echoes The Conservancy’s profound respect for nature with thoughtful design that makes a minimal impact on the surrounding flora and fauna, without skimping on wow-factor.
With 10 spacious and airy luxury tents, expect vibrant décor that reflects local culture, with teak floors and Maasai art. Each of the ten spacious tents enjoy fabulous views of the plains through floor-to-ceiling windows and from a private veranda. The tents feature super king beds, a walk-in shower, double basin and sumptuous towels in the ensuite, mini bar complete with wine and beer. Wi-fi is available in the guest rooms only. Colorful, comfy seats in the main area are the perfect place to relax after a day spent exploring the conservancy on a game drive, tracking lions, riding horses, cycling or getting up close to the last two northern white rhinos left in the world. In the evening, gather around the campfire at the boma to share the day’s adventures with your favorite drink at hand.
Sanctuary Olonana Lodge, Masai Mara
Embrace the serenity and magic of Sanctuary Olonana, where luxury and nature unite for an unforgettable African safari experience. The lodge is situated on a private stretch of the Mara River at the foot of the impressive Siria Escarpment in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. Dramatic glass doors open out from the lounge to the terrace. An inviting fire pit is encircled by deckchairs, with each seat promising river views.
14 exceptional suites, flaunt clean lines and organic materials. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors fold open to reveal magnificent Mara River views and the interiors have been finished with elegant nature-inspired furnishings to create an ever-present sense of being connected to the great outdoors. Sumptuous king-sized beds, with overhead fans and a daybed on the deck invite you to relax inside or out, while the sprawling lower lounge area offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. All suites come with ensuite bathrooms, decked out in marble and slate, complete with a generous bathtub, double sinks and a refreshing rain shower, plus attentive details, such as mini bar complete with wine and beer. Wi-fi is available in the guest rooms only.
Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport Hotel, Nairobi
Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport Hotel is located within the airport, less than a 3-minute journey from the terminals. This is exactly where you’ll want to stop before or after a flight; elegantly-styled rooms dressed in warm tones and featuring super-sized beds and flat-screen TVs make it easy for weary travelers to relax. All enjoy floor-to-ceiling window views of either the airport or a wide grassland over which the sun sets.
For those able to expend a little more energy, there is the Euphoria Spa – with gym, steam rooms, saunas and several rejuvenation treatments on offer – and swimming pool. Crowne Plaza’s dining options again provide guests with ease and quality; taking note of the flight schedule of travelers, café Aroma and Kitchen 9 remain open 24-hours, while at Velocity Bar a cold beverage may always be enjoyed.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
February 25, 2025
$75 Per Person
Come and visit Ol Pejeta’s anti-poaching dog unit. Interact with the dog keepers and learn about what it takes to look after our specially trained canine team.
Following on from the tour of the kennels, clients are encouraged to try to evade our sniffer dogs. Run, jump, twist, turn and find somewhere to hide within the environs of Morani and see if our blood hounds can seek you out. Not only is this great fun for you, but you will be helping to offer genuine training for the dogs.
Available at 8:30. We recommend closed shoes, sun-cream and a hat.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
February 25, 2025
$75 Per Person
A unique opportunity to track and learn about the lions of Ol Pejeta and contribute towards their conservation. Guests can participate in helping us to gather vital research information needed to monitor collared lions. In the event that the collared lions are inaccessible, other lion sightings are reported and the same identifying features such as whisker spots, ear tears and nose spotting recorded. It is a great way to learn about lions and all of the information gathered is passed on to the Ol Pejeta Ecological Monitoring Department.
Available between 6:30 – 8:30 and 3:30 – 5:30. Activity lasts for approximately 2 hours.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
February 25, 2025
$75 Per Person
A once in a lifetime opportunity to meet the last northern white rhinos on the planet, and hear their dedicated keepers tell their story.
Available at 8:30-9:30, 11:00-12:00, 3:00-4:00 and 4:30-5:30. Group sizes are restricted to 6 people.
Masai Mara
February 25, 2025
$480 Per Person
As the balloon is inflated against the first rays of sunrise your pilot will go through safety procedures. It’s then time to climb aboard. Once aloft, the balloon floats gently over the plains, giving a bird’s eye view of the game below as the sun creeps slowly over the horizon. Spread beneath you is a panorama of Africa – elephants looking improbably small; giraffe browsing amongst the treetops; antelope grazing; a pair of lionesses stalking a herd of wildebeest; an eagle guarding his eerie; and cheetah glancing up as the shadow of the huge balloon crosses their paths.
After approximately one hour the balloon lands and nearby breakfast is already being prepared. The smells of bacon, sausages and eggs drift on the breeze as you begin breakfast with platefuls of exotic Kenyan fruits and homemade pastries and, of course, glasses of bubbly to toast your flight.
Excursion begins at 5:00am
When should I schedule my flights?
Arrival:
You should schedule your flights to arrive to Nairobi, Kenya (NBO) by February 20, 2025. The first activity that day will be at approximately 5:30pm.
Departure:
Kenya Safari Only: You should schedule your flights to depart from Nairobi, Kenya (NBO) at any time on March 2, 2025. Check out time from the Hotel is 11:00am.
Kenya Safari and Rwanda Gorilla Trekking: You should schedule your flights to depart from Kigali, Rwanda (KGL) at 5:30pm or later on March 5, 2025. Day room use at the Kigali Serena hotel will be available for those with late departing flights on March 5th, or with very early AM flights on the 6th. If required, we can provide supplemental pricing for overnight stays.
What arrival and departure transfers are included?
This package includes an arrival transfer from the Nairobi airport (NBO) to the host hotel. If you are not participating in the Rwanda optional post-trip add-on, departure transfers are not necessary since the final hotel is within the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
If participating in the Rwanda post-trip add-on, departure transfers are provided from the Kigali Serena Hotel to the Kigali Airport (KGL).
Contact our team to ensure arrangements outside of these arrival and departure transfers will be included. Booked guests should provide their arrival and departure details 45 days prior to the trip to ensure transfer availability.
What are the passport or visa requirements?
Kenya: Entry visas are required for citizens of the US and you may apply online. Citizens of all other countries should consult with the nearest Kenya embassy or consulate for entry requirements.
Rwanda Optional Add-on: Entry visas are required for citizens of the US and may be purchased at the port of entry for $50 USD. We recommend you bring cash (like new bills) in case credit card facilities are not working.
What if I have dietary requirements?
We will make every effort to accommodate special dietary requests. Please inform our office at least 45 days prior to departure of these requests.
What are pre-paid gratuities?
Gratuities are customary expressions of appreciation for a job well done. It is our goal to ensure that the service you receive is as wonderful as the sites you visit. Gratuities for the included portions of this program have been pre-paid. At your own discretion you may choose to provide additional tips.
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