KENYA BIG 5 & CONSERVATION 8 DAYS: KENYA BIG 5 & CONSERVATION NAIROBI, OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY, MARA NABOISHO CONSERVANCY

KENYA BIG 5 & CONSERVATION 8 DAYS: KENYA BIG 5 & CONSERVATION NAIROBI, OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY, MARA NABOISHO CONSERVANCY

Combining 1 night Ole Sereni Hotel, 3 nights Ol Pejeta and 3 nights Encounter Mara Day 1: Overnight at Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi On arrival at JKIA you will be met by an Asilia representative who will transfer you to Ole Sereni Hotel for your overnight stay. Located close JKIA, Ole Sereni Hotel offers the ideal location from which to start your safari adventure as it is the only city hotel situated within a game park. With the stunning greens and golds of Nairobi National Park s landscape punctuated by giraffe, zebra, antelope and buffalo lounging near their waterhole, the views alone make Ole Sereni one of a kind. Add to that the convenience of their location, between Nairobi s International and regional airports, and their world class restaurants, conferencing facilities and spa; you are able to get a hotel that perfectly complements the experience of East Africa. Whether you are enjoying the area s natural beauty or vibrant business environment, Ole Sereni would be the best way to go. Day 2: Overnight at Ol Pejeta, Ol Pejeta Conservancy After an early breakfast at Ole Sereni Hotel, pack your bags and depart with an Asilia representative for your transfer to Wilson Airport. Once at Wilson Airport catch your connecting flight to Nanyuki Airstrip. On arrival at Nanyuki Airstrip a welcome table will be set up either at the airstrip or a short distance away, with tea and coffee, cold drinks and snacks allowing you to refresh while a representative briefs you on the surrounding area of Nanyuki. You will then be transferred to Ol Pejeta Bush Camp, situated in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Once you reach the entrance of the Ol Pejeta Conservancy a short game drive will take you into camp. Once in camp you will get the opportunity to settle in your new surroundings and relax before heading to the dining area to enjoy a delicious dinner, and maybe a drink or two while sharing stories of old times. There is also an option of going on a night game drive if you wish to do so.

Ol Pejeta Ol Pejeta consists of 6 non-permanent large tents which are all situated along the river at Ol Pejeta Wildlife Conservancy in Nanyuki, Kenya. The accommodation style is that of a traditional and comfortable safari camp adventure. Ol Pejeta is built entirely on an eco-friendly design that is well-suited around the conservation strategies of the conservancy. All local produce and goods are either obtained directly from the Ol Pejeta Conservancy or made in camp. Guests are able to engage in various recreational activities such as day and night game drives, guided bush walks, bush breakfasts, visits to the Northern White Rhinos in the Endangered Species Enclosure, lion tracking and visiting the canine anti-poaching unit. Day 3: Overnight at Ol Pejeta, Ol Pejeta Conservancy After an early breakfast in camp head to the lounge area where your guide will get you for your morning game drive in Ol Pejeta Wildlife Conservancy. Wildlife here includes Kenya s largest population of black rhino, as well as good numbers of white rhino, buffalo, elephant, lion, and plains game such as zebra and eland. Return to camp for lunch and time to relax before going on an afternoon activity. We highly recommend a visit to the Endangered Species Enclosure to meet the last two remaining Northern White rhino and learn about their story from the rangers who protect them. This is a big part of the Ol Pejeta story and a rewarding part of any visit to this conservancy.

Day 4: Overnight at Ol Pejeta, Ol Pejeta Conservancy After an early breakfast in camp, head to the lounge area where you will be met by your expert guide and head out into the bush on foot for a morning guided walk. There is no better way to experience the wilderness of East Africa up close and personal than on foot with the sun rising in the background. The morning walk will last for around 3-4 hours (temperature dependent), learning to spot the signs of the bush and enjoying the thrill of seeing the small and larger mammals away from the comfort of a safari vehicle. Return to camp for lunch and a well-deserved rest. In the late afternoon, enjoy a game drive or a different activity such as lion-tracking, before returning to camp for a delicious home-cooked dinner sharing stories of your safari adventures with other guests. Day 5: Overnight at Encounter Mara, Mara Naboisho Conservancy After breakfast, you will be transferred to Nanyuki Airstrip for your SafariLink flight to Mara Ol Seki Airstrip. On arrival at Mara Ol Seki Airstrip you will be met by an Asilia driver guide and transferred to Encounter Mara, situated in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya. Located in Kenya adjacent to the Masai Mara National Reserve, this private conservancy is a ground breaking project of tourism benefiting conservation and community. With its high concentration of wildlife, and generous personal space and freedom on offer, visitors enjoy exceptional wildlife encounters such as big cats, herds of elephants, giraffe and wildebeest. The Masai Mara Naboisho Conservancy strictly monitors the number of tourists who enter the area, reducing the number of vehicles and human impact on the environment and wildlife. Once in camp, you will have the opportunity to settle into your new surroundings while taking in the beautiful landscape of the Masai Mara Naboisho Conservancy. You then have the option of either going on a night game drive or heading straight to the dining area for a delicious cooked meal, followed by some refreshing drinks at the bar side.

Encounter Mara Built in total harmony with the land, Encounter Mara is an authentic safari camp which blends seamlessly with the bush. Hidden away in the forest, it is not unusual to see a giraffe or zebra strolling through the camp. The camp offers 10 spacious tents with panoramic views of the rolling savannah ahead. These views are best enjoyed from the comfy couch on the veranda. With the main area looking out at a salt lick which regularly attracts everything from big cats to plains game, it s easy to stay in camp for the day relaxing in the lounge with a cold drink in hand, watching the wildlife come to you. Day 6: Overnight at Encounter Mara, Mara Naboisho Conservancy After an early breakfast in camp, you will head to the lounge tent where you will meet your guide driver and depart on a game drive in Mara Naboisho Conservancy. You will then have the opportunity to view all the local inhabitants and wildlife pertinent to the Conservancy such as big cats, elephants, giraffe and wildebeest. You will stop and enjoy a delicious packed lunch from Encounter Mara before heading back to camp. Once back at camp you will have the opportunity to relax and refresh before meeting everyone in the dining area for a three course home cooked meal before heading to the camp fire for a refreshing drink and good company.

Day 7: Overnight at Encounter Mara, Mara Naboisho Conservancy After an early breakfast in camp you will meet up with your expert guide and depart on a morning guided walk in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy. You will get the opportunity to view all wildlife pertinent to the conservancy such as giraffe, wildebeest, elephant and any of the big cats. Once back at camp you will have the opportunity to relax and refresh before meeting everyone in the dining area for your final three course dinner. You can either choose to head back to your tent for a good night s rest before your departure or head to the camp fire area with a drink. Day 8 After breakfast, pack your bags and depart for Mara Ol Seki Airstrip for your SafariLink flight to Wilson Airport. You will then be transferred to JKIA where you will bid farewell to your guide for your onward journey. END OF YOUR SAFARI