East African Adventure

Welcome to Nairobi. Kenya’s bustling capital is known for its vibrant culture and striking contrasts. Enjoy a two-night stay at your hotel, ideally located to offer convenient access to the city’s rich array of attractions.

After breakfast, you’ll visit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, where you can meet and learn about rescued elephants. Following that, explore the renowned Giraffe Centre to get up close with these graceful creatures. Cap off your morning with a delightful lunch at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden. 

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This evening, enjoy a rare opportunity to connect with local life over a home-cooked hosted dinner. In the welcoming setting of their private home, share stories, exchange cultures, and gain a personal perspective on daily life in Nairobi. It’s a heartfelt and memorable experience that adds richness and authenticity to your journey.

Depart Nairobi this morning and journey north to Lake Elementaita, pausing en route to admire sweeping views of the Great Rift Valley — a geological wonder and one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes. Settle in for a two-night stay, nestled within the Soysambu Conservancy and offering exceptional views of the lake and surrounding acacia woodlands. 

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Enjoy sunset drinks overlooking Lake Elementaita, where the air cools, the light softens, and wildlife begins its evening chorus. A perfect setting to pause and take in the rhythm of the land. 

This morning, explore Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for being home to over 300 bird species and the endangered white rhino.

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Visit the inspiring Mission in Action school and orphanage, established by a compassionate Australian family, where you’ll meet the children and see firsthand how the centre offers them a safe home, quality education, and vital emotional support.  

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Swahili Lesson: Take an interactive Swahili class led by an experienced teacher. Learn basic greeting words, numbers and food and animal names.

African Cooking Demonstration Class: Join a team of chefs for an African cooking class. Learn about different recipes and traditions of East Africa in this interactive session.

Lakeside guided bird walk: Conducted by the resident naturalist along the lake. It’s a birder’s paradise including flamingos and the endangered Great White Pelican.

Night game drive: Night is the domain of such hunters as leopards and lions, and you may catch a glimpse of elusive nocturnal creatures such as aardvarks, porcupines and white-tailed mongoose.

Arrive at the renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve, famous for its ‘Big Five’: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. This reserve is also home to the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross the plains. Settle in for a luxurious three-night stay at your lodge.

Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight – Experience the breathtaking savannah at dawn from a hot air balloon. This unique experience offers panoramic views of the wildlife and landscape below, providing an unforgettable perspective of the Masai Mara. Marvel at the sight of the ‘Big Five’ and the Great Migration as you float serenely above the plains, capturing memories that will last a lifetime (additional expense, please book on tour).

Enjoy one more day on the lookout for the ‘Big Five’ in the Masai Mara: lions, savannah elephants, Cape buffaloes, leopards, and black rhinos. Marvel at the incredible wildlife and remarkable landscapes that make this reserve so unique.

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Visit a traditional Maasai Manyatta village to experience the enduring spirit of this world-renowned community. Meet the Maasai people, gain insight into their way of life, and be captivated by their lively dances and masterful artistry.