Through the Rift Valley, Sentrim Lodges - Private Tour
Through the Rift Valley, Sentrim Lodges - Private Tour
5 Days
Visiting: Kenya
Tour operator:
Tour code:
62056
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
Min age:7
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
An African safari touches something deep within all of us, for it is an experience that will never be forgotten. This four-day private adventure takes you through the Great Rift Valley and the vast game-rich plains of the Maasai Mara, covering one national reserve and one national park. The Rift Valley lakes are famous for their abundance of flamingos and other waterfowl, while Maasai Mara is home to the country’s greatest concentration of wildlife. The driver-guides are all skilled experts and will certainly make this safari feel special while the accommodation has been specifically chosen to enhance your experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Nairobi
After landing at Nairobi International Airport, meet your tour representative, who will guide you to your transfer to the Panari Hotel or similar. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure, perhaps taking advantage of the comfortable facilities available at the hotel. Or, if you want to become acquainted with your new surroundings, visit Nairobi’s city centre, located only a few kilometres away.
Overnight in Nairobi.
Day 2 : Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve (280Kms – 5Hrs)
After breakfast, Safari briefing and leaving Nairobi, travel towards Kenya's fertile highlands and head down the rift escarpment on the road built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. On the way spot the charming chapel built at the foot of the escarpment. Pass the impressive Longonot earth satellite station as you head across the valley to Narok; continue your travels across acres of wheat and barley, before reaching the Masai Mara in time for lunch. Following lunch, set off on your first game drive, returning to the camp as the sun sets. Sentrim Mara is located in Maasai Mara Game Reserve, 3 km after Sekenani gate. All 31 tents are spread out in serene surroundings amongst the acacia trees that surround the camp. Each tent has a modern en-suite bathroom, hot and cold showers, a writing desk and an elevated private balcony for spectacular views of the sunsets and the hills, which have abundant wildlife. In the evening, dinner will be served at the lodge.
Overnight in Maasai Mara.
Day 3 : Maasai Mara National Reserve (5-6 Hrs On Game Drives)
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing on a morning game drive. The Maasai Mara National Reserve is home to millions of wild animals, including the fabled Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and black rhinos). There are also antelopes, gazelles, wildebeest, and many other wonderful creatures. Return to the lodge for lunch and perhaps a siesta before setting off on an afternoon game drive and a visit to a traditional Maasai village, where you’ll learn about this fascinating people’s customs. Return to the lodge as the sun sets. In the evening, dinner will be served at the lodge.
Overnight in Maasai Mara.
Day 4 : Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru – Lake Elementaita (210Kms – 4Hrs)
Leaving Maasai Mara after breakfast, travel across the ‘breadbasket’ of Kenya, where acres of wheat and barley litter the landscape as you head north to Narok, the capital of this part of Maasailand. Now travel across the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley, keeping an eye out for herds of giraffe and gazelle as you head up the Maai Mahiu before arriving at your lodge at Lake Elementaita at around midday. Following lunch, depart for a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, returning to your lodge at sundown. The national park, known for its birdlife, offers the chance to see a great many flamingoes. It is also home to black and white rhinos, as well as to the endangered Rothschild Giraffe. Sentrim Elementaita Lodge is located on the shores of Lake Elementaita, often filled with flamingoes and pelicans. If you are a bird lover and in search of African safari lodges, then the country lodge is the perfect place for you to experience one of the world’s largest ornithological spectacles. In the evening, dinner will be served at the lodge.
Overnight in Lake Elementaita.
Day 5 : Lake Elementaita – Departure Nairobi (140Kms – 3Hrs)
Following an early breakfast, continue to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride on the shimmering waters of this beautiful lake where you will also have the chance to contemplate the many examples of wildlife that are in and around it. Then, leaving the Rift Valley behind, proceed to Nairobi, where after lunch you’ll be dropped off at the city centre hotel or Jomo Kenyatta airport to take a flight to your onward destinations.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-speaking local driver-guide throughout the tour (the assigned local driver-guide may change during the itinerary)
- French, German or Spanish driver-guide subject to availability (airport transfers will be operated with English-speaking drivers)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 4 night’s accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Nairobi:
Standard Hotel Category = Panari Hotel or similar 3*
Day 2-3 Maasai Mara:
Standard Hotel Category = Sentrim Mara Camp or similar 3*
Day 4 Lake Elementaita:
Standard Hotel Category = Sentrim Elementaita Lodge or similar 3*
MEALS:
- 4 Breakfasts
- 3 Lunches
- 3 Dinners
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival and departure private airport transfer in an air-conditioning vehicle from/to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- 4x4 vehicle with a pop-up roof and guaranteed window seat during game drives and all transportation throughout the tour (maximum 7 persons per vehicle) on a private basis
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: 1 game drive at Maasai Mara National Reserve (Day 2); 2 game drives at game drive at Maasai Mara National Reserve (Day 3); 1 game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park (Day 4); Lake Naivasha boat ride (Day 5)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet
- Government taxes
- 1 bottle of mineral water (500ml) per person per day on game drives
What's Not Included
- Visas
- International flights
- Domestic flights
- International flights
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Requirements
Passengers should bring only soft-sided bags on safari. Passengers arriving to Kenya may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate. Travellers’ cheques are generally not accepted in east Africa. US banknotes cannot be older than 2004 and must have the latest security markings (large portrait of the president). Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
- Day 1, Check-in time is 02:00 pm. Clients arriving in the middle of the night must book a pre-night as they will not be permitted to wait in the hotel lobby
- Day 5, the drop-off is at Nairobi City Centre or JKI Airport at 01:00 pm approx. (flights to be booked 04:00 pm onwards)
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- Park fees may change without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will have to be covered by the client
- Due to limited luggage space in vehicles, suitcases are unsuitable for scheduled road safaris. We recommend luggage packed in inexpensive barrel/sausage bags or soft-sided bags not exceeding 15kg and 65x46 cm. Excess luggage can be handed over to the representative at the time of briefing. It will be handed over to you on your return from the safari. Additional costs may apply to pick up drop off luggage at specific points
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Nairobi:
- Standard Hotel Category =Hilton Garden Inn Hotel or similar 3*
Day 2-3 Maasai Mara:
- Standard Hotel Category = Sentrim Mara Camp or similar 3*
Day 4 Lake Elementaita:
- Standard Hotel Category = Sentrim Elementaita Lodge or similar 3*
Check out our Q&As
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Cancellation Policy
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At 24 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.