Kenya Safari

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Kenya Map

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Climate
General Information
Average Temperature in KENYA
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Max*C 30 31 29 26 25 24 24 25 26 26 26 28

Min*C 18 19 19 19 18 17 16 16 17 18 17 17

Full Name : “Republic of Kenya”

Currency : Kenyan Shilling ( KSH) 1 USD = 72. KES 1 INR = 1061846 KES
Time Difference : 1 hour 30 minutes behind India time
Capital : Nairobi
Airport : Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Language : Swahili is the local language. However English is widely spoken by
locals.
Electricity : 220 by 240 walts
Water : Bottled water is recommended
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 General Brief
• East Africa is the ultimate destination for wildlife lovers.
• Home to famous “Big five" (Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Leopard and Buffalo)
• The national parks, game reserves and private sanctuaries in this part of
the world are a marvel to behold.
• You will find an incredible array of ecosystems, each home to its own
unique range of species: open savannah, deep forest, freshwater lakes,
alpine meadows, coral reef, caves, beaches, river deltas and more……
come and experience a land like no other. Beauty and variety."
• Yellow Fever Vaccination is required before you enter the country.
• Malaria exists throughout the year in Kenya.
• Indian Nationals get obtained Kenya visa on arrival at a fee of USD 50/-

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 Let’s Go Safari
• You must recommend the following to be
•carried by your clients.
• Binoculars, Sun glasses, Safari Hat,
Casual Wear (Jeans, T-shirt), Cad
Shoes, Mosquito repellent, sun block
cream, First Aid medicine, Torche,
Camera, Video Cameras, Extra
battery, Camera Rolls, Liquor as its
expensive to buy in lodges.

• Its Illegal to hunt in Kenya.

• Safari drives are rough roads which runs

averagely for 4 to 5 hrs daily.

• Safaris are done in non- air

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conditioned vehicles.
 Let’s Go Safari
• Before the start of the Safari, driver/guide gives entire brief of Safari,
DO’s and DONT’s during the safari etc.
• Driver / Guides has indebt knowledge on roads, best view point to
see the game, they are connected with Radio phones with their offices
and other drivers on road, in case of any unforeseen events.
• You can recommend Air Kenya charter flights to various Game Parks.
There are air strips in Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu which can be
used to avoid travel through rough roads.

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 Let’s Go Safari
• Generally for an Indian client its recommended to go for a 6 night
Kenya Safari, which has adventure, variety and comfortable for a
family. NBO + MASAI + NAKURU + ARK + MT KENYA
• If the trip is combined with South Africa a short 4-night safari is
recommended to give a good safari experience. Example : NBO +
NAKURU + MARA.
• For a seasoned traveller AMBOSELI & SAMBURU can be
recommended as these 2 parks are quite far to travel and are
expensive.
• The right time to travel on safari is Jul-Aug, where one can see the
Migration.
• Apr-May-Jun are the low months of travel as it rains in Kenya, safari
is still recommended and appreciated.
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 Shopping
• Kenya has excellent shopping facilities for almost everything you need
particularly souveniors.
• You'll find a wide range of local products that make ideal souvenirs or
gifts to capture memories of your Kenya safari.
• What to buy : Traditional artefacts, jewellery, beautiful carvings, the
world's best coffee, precious stones, furniture, cloth, excellent local music,
wonderful modern art and so much more to be found.

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 Meals
• On your Safari all the meals are included. i.e. Breakfast, lunch and
dinner. Its FULL BOARD, except Nairobi which is on bed and
breakfast basis.
• It’s a buffet meal served at all the lodges.
• Kenya having a host of Indian population can offer variety of Indian
cuisine. Though its cooked by a Kenyean chef. You get fair choice of
vegetarian and non-vegetarian Indian food.
• Your safaris and drives are completed in such a manner that you do
not miss your meals.

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 Nairobi
• Nairobi is the capital of Kenya.
• A commercial city all Safari starts and end in Nairobi.
• Generally 1 night is preferred to stay before the start or after the safari.
• Malaria exists throughout the year in Kenya but Nairobi is safer.
• There are plenty of Indian restaurants available in Kenya.
•Non-vegies can experience different types of game meat at CARNIVORE
RESTAURANT.
• Nairobi is famous for crimes. Some Safety tips for clients.
• Its important never to walk alone anywhere in night in Nairobi.
•Recommend not to wear any jewelery, keep a firm grip on your bag if
you have to carry one.
• Do not take any strangers invitation and enter a building.
• Always keep your belongings in lock and key, use safe deposit
facilities at the hotel.

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 Hotel Inter-continental Nairobi
• The popular Inter-continental is an ideal
business cum leisure hotel offering high
international standards of service and
accommodation that are the hallmark of
all Inter-continental hotels worldwide.
• Overlooking the city, the Nairobi Uhuru
Gardens and the Kenyan Parliament, it
is only 10 minutes walk minutes from
the city centre and 20 minutes from
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
• The hotel offers tastefully decorated
rooms, excellent restaurants,
conference and meeting rooms, shops,
swimming pool, casino and a host of
other facilities.
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 Masai Mara Game Reserve
• South Western Kenya is the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, widely
considered to be Africa’s greatest wildlife reserve. The Mara comprises 200
sq miles of open plains, woodlands and riverine forest.

• The world’s greatest natural spectacle, the Great Wildebeest Migration

from Serengeti, begins from July to October, the promise of rain and
fresh life giving grass in the north brings more than 1.3 million Wildebeest
together into a single massive herd.

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 Masai Mara Game Reserve
• At the Mara River they mass together on
the banks before finally plunging forward
through the raging waters, creating a
frenzy as they fight against swift currents
and waiting crocodiles.
• Getting their : A 3 hour drive from
Nairobi. You can fly to Mara, which is
serviced by 2 airstrips.

• Activities : Game viewing, Ballon rides,

bird watching

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 Mara Sopa Lodge
• Luxuriously bedrooms, swimming pool, a
boutique and gift shop.
• The lodge has 77 rooms, 12 suites and 1
Presidential suite.
• Every room and suite has a private, elevated
verandah with splendid views across the
valley.
• The lodge has direct-dial telephone facilities
as well as satellite television.
• In addition to all these modern facilities there
is a well-stocked shop selling curios, clothing,
jewellery, general accessories and personal
requisites and toiletries.
• The lodge has spacious conference facilties
for up to 120 guests and is an excellent venue
for special occassions.
• The Sopa has all the facilities that a modern
traveller could wish for and more - a stunning
location in one of the greatest wildlife havens 14
in the world.
 Lake Nakuru National Park
• Nakuru provides the visitor to view Thousands of flamingo, joined into
a massive flock, fringe the shores of this soda lake.
• Nakuru has more than just flamingos. This is a major National Park and
an important sanctuary for Rhino. Both Black and White Rhino are found
here.
• There are huge herds of waterbuck, zebra, buffalo, the endangered
Rothschild Giraffe and more.
• This is one of your best chances of seeing Leopard in Kenya, and there
are several large prides of Lion.
• Getting their : Nakuru is a 2 hour drive from Nairobi. There is an
airstrip in Nakuru which charter flights can use.

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 Lake Nakuru Lodge
• Both black and white rhino are being
given a new lease of life in this 188 sq
km, fully-fenced park and they are
carefully protected. The present rhino
population is 53 and continuing to
multiply.
• he Rothschilds giraffe is another rarity
and the park has its fair share of buffalo,
leopard, wild dog, zebra, eland,
waterbuck and lion.
• Lake Nakuru Lodge is in the south-east
ecological niche of the park, with
commanding views of the lake and both
the lesser and greater flamingos for
which it is justly famous.
• There is a good programme of activities
and evening entertainment. The Mama
Nikki Bar, the shimmering blue pool and
the cocktail bar are particularly inviting
after a day's game viewing! 16
 Aberdare National Park
• The Aberdare National Park is part of the
Aberdare Mountain Range, a fascinating
region of Kenya.

• There is a variety of accommodation.

Treetops and the Ark, a lodge built in the
shape of Noah’s Ark.

• Night game viewing is provided by the

lodges in the Salient area of the Park with
excellent sightings of elephant, buffalo, lion
and rhino, drawn to the waterholes and
saltlicks each evening.

• Activities : Night game viewing, trout

fishing in ice - cold rivers, camping, hiking,
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 The Ark Lodge
• Set in the heart of the Aberdare National
Park, this unique game lodge overlooks a
floodlit waterhole and salt lick which
attracts a host of wildlife.
• Resembling, and named after, Noah's Ark,
the Ark comprises three decks from which
numerous balconies and lounges provide
superb vantage points for game viewing.
• A ground level bunker provides excellent
photographic opportunities and takes you
closer than you would believe possible to
the animals.
• Comfortable en suite cabins are fitted with
buzzers to announce the arrival of one of
the Big Five; at the water hole.
• Before embarking on the half-hour drive to
The Ark, lunch is served at the charming 18

nearby hotel.
 Treetops
• Treetops is the original tree lodge,
legendary for its historical royal
connection, for the animals it attracts and
for the sheer joy of exploring a tree
house.
• The lodge rises dramatically out of the
ground on stilts and overlooks a water
hole and salt lick. It has four decks and a
rooftop viewing platform. Solely dedicated
to game viewing, the accommodation is
compact and cosy.
• At 6450 feet above sea level it is chilly at
night at all times of the year and during
the Kenyan winter, from June to
September, you will need sweaters and
hats for comfort and warmth.
• The fifty twin bedded rooms are small
and neat and cosy, like cabins on board 19
ship.
 Mt. Kenya National Park
• AT 5,199m high, Mt. Kenya is East Africa’s second highest mountain.

• Part of the mountain’s fascination is the variation in flora, including Giant

Groundsel and Lobelia, and fauna as the altitude changes.

• These forest belts are host to many different animals and plants with at
least 11 unique species.

• Game to view includes: Black and White Colobus and Sykes Monkeys,
bushbuck, Rock and rock Hyrax, Greater galago, white tailed, buffalo,
elephant and lower down Olive Baboon, waterbuck, Black Rhino, black
fronted duikers, leopard, giant forest hog, genet cat, bush pig and hyena.

• The high altitude heath at the top (3,000 – 3,5000m) is generally open,
dotted with shrubs: African Sage, protea and helichrysum.

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 Mt. Kenya Safari Club
• Mt.Kenya Safari Club was founded in 1959 by
William Holden, the late film star, highly eccentric
American Ray Ryan and Carl Hirschmann, a Swiss
financier.
• The Club still retains a strong sense of history and,
unlike many hotels, has not swept away the old in
favour of the new.
• The William Holden cottages retain an ambience
recalling the 1950's glamour.
• The huge grounds at the Club are absolutely
fabulous! Immaculately kept, abundant with
beautiful blooming shrubs and trees, dotted with
ponds and lakes, and alive with marabou storks,
little egrets and peacocks, they stretch verdantly
into the distance with the dramatic bulk of Mount
Kenya behind.
• A beautiful pool, has the mountain as its backdrop.
Often wreathed in cloud it appears from time to time
allowing the observer a sense of privilege.
• The main club building is dotted with memorabilia -
huge trophy heads from the days when hunting was
permitted and photographs of famous actors,
actresses, from the past up to the present day, 21
adorn the walls.
 Amboseli
• Amboseli is a land of giants.

• Amboseli is renowned for its elephant

populations and large herds, including
some impressively tusked bulls are
drawn to a series of large, lush
swamplands.

• But the most impressive giant of all is

Mt Kilimanjaro. Africa’s largest
mountain lies just over the border in
Tanzania, but the most impressive
views of its snow-capped peak are to be
found in Amboseli.

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 Amboseli
•This area is home to many Maasai communities, centred around the
Amboseli National Park.

• The park is 400 sq kms, with its southern boundary along the Tanzanian
border.

• Getting their : Amboseli is a 4 hour drive from Nairobi. Amboseli has a

central airstrip. Private Charters also use this strip.
Activities : Game Viewing, hiking, camping, picnic, visit to maasai
homesteads

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 Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
• In the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro,
beside acacia trees and a natural
spring, amidst more big game than
almost anywhere else in Africa,
stands
• Amboseli Serena. Influenced by
Masai Manyatta architecture, the
lodge is in harmony with its
environment.
• Guest rooms are appointed with
genuine Africana.
• Unique guest services and
exceptional amenities enhance the
distinctive ambience.

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 Samburu
•In the North of Kenya, water means life.
The waters of the great Ewaso Nyiro
river draw wildlife in great numbers to its
banks, creating an oasis of green.
• This river flows through three great
northern reserves, Samburu, Buffalo
Springs and Shaba.
• Samburu is visited by large herds of
Elephants, drawn by the promise of
water.
• Lions are also frequently seen on the
riverbanks, and Cheetah can be found
on the open plains.
• Getting their : Driving time from
Nairobi is approximately 6 hours. There
are airstrips in both Samburu with daily
scheduled flights from Nairobi. Private 25

charters can also use these strips.

 Samburu Serena Safari Lodge
• Situated on the banks of the Uaso
Nyiro River, Samburu Serena Lodge
captures the earthy rhythms of
riverfront life.
• The flavour is rustic but sophisticated.
• Supremely comfortable guest rooms
overlook the river, where the crocodiles
feed in full view.
• Delicious meals are taken under shady
palm thatch.
• In the evenings there may be
entertainment or a wildlife lecture from
a local expert.
• Nearby lies rare game - long necked
gerenuk, Grevy's zebra, reticulated
giraffe and Beisa oryx. Leopards are
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 Distance of travel
NBO Apt to NBO City : Approx. 20km
Driving Time: Approx. 30mins
Nairobi to Samburu : Approx. 330 Km
Driving Time: Approx. 5½hrs
Nairobi to Mara :Approx. 305km
Driving Time: Approx. 5½hrs Samburu to Aberdare: Approx. 250Km
Driving Time: Approx. 3½ hrs
Mara to Nakuru : Approx. 300km
Aberdare to Lake Nakuru : Approx. 220Km
Driving Time: Approx. 5hrs Driving Time: Approx. 4hrs

Lake Nakuru to Aberdare : 200 kms

Driving Time: Approx. 4hrs

Mt. Kenya to The Ark- 100km.

Driving Time: Approx. 1½hr
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