This breathtaking 11-day flying safari is the ideal honeymoon trip of a lifetime. It combines the dry and savagely beautiful bush country of Meru National Park, Samburu’s Kalama Conservancy with the open rolling grasslands of the Masai Mara plains.
This Safari will fulfill your most luxurious and romantic desires at the same time creating memories to last for a lifetime.
The hand-picked and luxurious accommodation included in this itinerary is full of character. Your stay at Elsa’s Kopje is a real treat. Hidden away amongst the rocky crags, the camp is built very near to the site of George Adamson’s original campsite. There is a sense of space and style which encourages pure relaxation. The ultimate ‘pool with a view’ looks out across the plains, perfect for chilling out after a game drive or guided walk in the bush.
Next stop is Samburu. Tucked away on a 200,000-acre of unspoiled wilderness, Saruni Samburu Camp is the perfect place to enjoy an intimate African safari experience. Here you’ll spend the next three nights.
Saruni Samburu is located in Kalama Conservancy, next to the Samburu Game Reserve. Its six luxury eco-chic villas are open-facing with breathtaking views over the conservancy and mount kenya that can be appreciated right from your bed! The two infinity pools boasting panoramic views are a welcome place to cool off after a long game drive.
Day and Night Game drives with expert guides, bush walks, cultural visits and sundowners are all part of the activities at this very special Camp.
Your safari ends in the Masai Mara with a stay at the unique Cottars 1920’s. Situated in an exclusive and extensive concession, this area is private. The camp recalls an era of romance and adventure. Book early to secure one of only a handful of tents, each made of authentic white canvas and luxuriously furnished. A stay here is truly a unique experience.
The price is per person and is based on a minimum of two or four people travelling and sharing in double room(s). This offer is not available during low season – April to June.
Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi, Kenya
Welcome to Africa! Upon arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by your driver and driven to the Villa Rosa Kempinski, a hotel with a host of special touches just for you and your loved one. White Gloves Service is implemented to offer guests a high quality and sophisticated service standard that emphasizes focus on guest personal care, outstanding level of service and guest comfort and safety even during and after the current crisis of COVID – 19.
The rest of the evening is free for you to enjoy at your leisure, rest up, and prepare for your exciting Maasai Mara safari!
Meal plan here is Bed and Breakfast
The baggage allowance for your flight to the Mara is strictly 15kgs in soft bags inclusive of hand luggage and cameras. We recommend storing your excess luggage at the hotel and we will organize to have it delivered at the airport on your last day from the Mara.
Day 2: Meru National Park
After early breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled morning flight to Meru which takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour. On arrival at the Airstrip you will be met by a resident guide from Elsa Kopje Camp. Enjoy a short drive to the camp.
After lunch, there is time to unwind and relax before heading out for a late afternoon game drive in an open safari vehicle.
Dinner and overnight at Elewana Elsa Kopje Camp
Day 3 and 4: Meru National Park
Depending on your preference, there are a couple of options in regards to how your days will be structured. At an extra cost, you can book and pay for a Hot air balloon safari or a walking safari which offers you the opportunity to focus on the smaller details and ecosystems of the bush while at the same time achieving the thrill of stalking larger game on foot.
Despite sharing a vehicle on game package, the camp will do everything to make sure that your ideal structure is met.
All meals and overnight at Elewana Elsa Kopje Camp
Day 5: Samburu’s Kalama Conservancy
After an early breakfast you will be transferred to the local airstrip to catch your flight to Samburu (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes or longer if routing via Wilson Airport). On arrival you will be met and transferred with game drive enroute to the camp where you’ll settle in and have lunch then proceed for a late afternoon game drive.
Dinner and overnight at Saruni Samburu Camp
Day 6 and 7: Samburu Kalama’s Conservancy
Early morning and late afternoon game drives enable you to see wildlife unique to this arid, yet beautiful part of Kenya. A 30 minute complimentary massage is included during your stay. Despite sharing a vehicle on game package, the camp will do everything to make sure that your ideal structure is met.
All meals and overnight at Saruni Samburu Camp
Day 8: Maasai Mara’s Olderkesi Conservancy
This morning you will catch yet another flight to the Maasai Mara. On arrival at the local airstrip, you will be warmly met by a driver guide from Cottars Camp and driven to the camp. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch followed by an afternoon game drive in search of the Big 5. Return to the camp just in time to freshen up for dinner.
Overnight at Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp
Day 9 and 10: Maasai Mara’s Olderkesi Conservancy
Spend the next 2 days game viewing. Activities are planned and organized by the camp.
Optional activities include a hot air balloon ride which gives you the chance to enjoy the magnificent Mara from an aerial view. The ride is followed by champagne breakfast then you drive back to the camp.
All meals and overnight at Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp
Day 11: Nairobi – Wilson Airport
Enjoy an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the camp. Depart camp and make your way to the Airstrip. Here you will bid your guide farewell as you board your scheduled flight to Wilson Airport.
On arrival at Wilson Airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight back home.
