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8 Days Heritage Classic Safari

Overview

Enjoy an 8-Day Heritage Classic Safari journey, blending Kenya’s rugged beauty with refined comfort. Arrive in Nairobi and spend a night at the historic Norfolk Hotel to acclimatize. Then head to Aberdare’s lush highlands, staying at The Ark, viewing wildlife from dramatic lodge balconies. Continue north to Samburu National Reserve for two nights of game drives in semi-arid landscapes with species unique to that region. Next, relax at the luxurious Mount Kenya Safari Club before flying by light aircraft to the iconic Masai Mara. Here you’ll spend two full days immersed in abundant wildlife, an optional balloon safari, and sunset game drives. After breakfast on day eight, fly back to Nairobi, enriched by classic Kenyan wilderness and heritage. 

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Attractions

Highlights

Greet the Kenyan wilderness from The Ark in Aberdare: wildlife viewing from balconies, scenic mountain air, and lush forest landscapes.

Explore Samburu’s wild north: early morning & afternoon drives spotting rare northern species amid rugged semi-arid terrain.

Relax at Mount Kenya Safari Club with superb hospitality, leisure time, mountain vistas, and luxurious amenities between safari legs.

Two unforgettable nights in the Masai Mara: balloon flight option, full game drives, big cat sightings, sweeping plains, and wildlife spectacle.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Fairmont Norfolk Hotel – Nairobi
8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Attractions

Met on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transferred to Norfolk Hotel or similar in Nairobi for overnight. You will be met by our Representative and briefed on the safari and the general conditions during your stay in Kenya. Overnight at the Norfolk Hotel or similar on Bed and Breakfast basis.

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Attractions

Depart after breakfast for the mountainous Aberdare National Park arriving in time for lunch at the Aberdare Country Club (180 kms). You will be check-in at the Aberdare Country Club for overnight at the Ark or similar. After lunch transferred by lodge vehicle with an overnight bag to the Ark or similar. Game viewing is from the lodge balcony. Dinner and overnight at the Ark. (Main safari luggage will be stored at the Aberdare Country Club to be collected on departure).

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Attractions

Early morning transfer by lodge vehicle to Aberdare Country Club where you will have breakfast. After breakfast and collecting your stored luggage depart for the semi-arid and rugged landscape of Samburu National Reserve driving North (220kms). Arrive in time for lunch at the Samburu Intrepids Camp or Similar. After lunch proceed on an afternoon game drive returning to the Camp by late evening. Dinner and overnight at the Samburu Intrepids Camp.

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Wildlife

An early morning game drive is followed by breakfast. Rest of the morning at leisure at the Camp enjoying the lodge facilities. Lunch at the Camp is followed by a game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Samburu Intrepids Camp or Similar

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Attractions

Depart after breakfast driving to the slopes of Mount Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch (170kms) at the Mount Kenya Safari Club. Rest of the afternoon at leisure to enjoy the facilities at the Club. Dinner and overnight at the Mount Kenya Safari Club

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Wildlife

After breakfast transferred to Nanyuki airstrip for a scheduled flight by light aircraft to the world famous Masai Mara Game Reserve (approx 1½ hrs). Met on arrival at the Mara airstrip by lodge vehicle and driver guide and transferred to the Mara Safari Club. After lunch at the Mara Safari Club proceed for an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Mara Safari Club. (Baggage Allowance maximum of 15 kgs per person preferable in soft bags)

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Wildlife

An early morning game drive is followed by breakfast. (Optional Balloon Safari with bubbly bush breakfast-extra charge) Rest of the morning at leisure at the lodge enjoying the lodge facilities. Lunch at the Club is followed by a game drive. Dinner and overnight at the Mara Safari Club.

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Airport

After breakfast transferred to the Mara airstrip for flight by light aircraft to Nairobi. Met on arrival at the Wilson Airport, Nairobi and transferred for your chosen option or for flight return home.

8 Days Heritage Classic Safari Wildlife

Arrival and departure airport transfers.

1 Night accommodation at The Norfolk Hotel.

2 Nights accommodation at Samburu Intrepids Camp.

3 Nights accommodation at Mara Intrepids Camp.

All game drives as per itinerary.

All park entrance fees.

Services of a qualified English Speaking Driver Guide.

Game Drives using 1 x 7 Seater 4 x 4 vehicles.

All International Flights + Taxes.

Visas

Travel & Personal accident insurance.

Tips & personal expenses such as telephone calls etc.

Excursions not detailed in above program.

Customize this itinerary to match your travel style and preferences

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