Kenya's must-sees
Kenya

Adventure

Nature

Tailor-made

A country renowned for its wildlife and rift landscapes, which combine to form a single term: safari (meaning 'journey' in Swahili). National parks and reserves abound with wild animals, and are an invitation to discover nature and the Big Five.

Prices are variable and should be requested from the agency

Length of stay

9 days / 8 nights

Minimum number of participants

Privatised trip from 1 person
Customisable programme

Highlights

Hot air balloon flight over the Masai reserve
French-speaking driver guide
Top-of-the-range accommodation

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Day 1

France, Nairobi

Arrival in Nairobi

Arrival in Nairobi

Meet at Marseille airport and check in your luggage.
Take-off from France to arrive at Nairobi airport.
French-speaking welcome and assistance at the airport, then transfer to the hotel.
Check-in, dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 2

Nairobi, Amboseli Park

Discover Amboseli Park

Discover Amboseli Park

Breakfast at the hotel followed by a short briefing from your driver guide, then off to Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. This magnificent park is dominated by the colossal mass of one of the world's most majestic volcanoes: Mount Kilimanjaro (5892m). Famous for its herds of elephants, the park boasts a rich and diverse wildlife. The park is distinguished by its varied landscape, with vast stretches of sand, swamps and Tortilla acacia woodlands.
Settle in and have lunch at the lodge.
In the afternoon, you will embark on a photo safari in this park located in Masai territory, with the sumptuous Mount Kilimanjaro, the roof of Africa, as your backdrop. The splendid landscapes combine dense wildlife and acacia forests.
Return to the lodge at sunset.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 3

Amboseli Park

Mornings in Amboseli Park

Mornings in Amboseli Park

Tea or coffee served at dawn.
Depart for an early morning photo safari on the tracks, in search of the animals that will be quenching their thirst at the waterholes before the day's heat. The early morning is also the ideal time to get a glimpse of Kilimanjaro, completely clear of clouds.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Morning at leisure, followed by lunch at the lodge.
In the afternoon, another safari in Amboseli Park in search of animals until sunset.
Return to the lodge.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 4

Amboseli Park, Lake Naivasha

Discover Lake Navaisha

Discover Lake Navaisha

After breakfast, departure for Lake Naivasha, first descending into the Rift Valley, with its impressive scenery.
Settle in and have lunch at the lodge.
Afternoon departure for a walking safari accompanied by a local guide to Crescent Island, a small private reserve in the middle of Lake Naivasha, where you will have the chance to walk among giraffes, wildebeest, antelopes and zebras.
Back to the lodge
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 5

Lake Navaisha, Nakuru Park

Nakuru National Park

Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, you'll set off on a day's photo safari in Nakuru National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This salt lake, home to thousands of pink flamingos, is a must-see. You'll also discover a host of animal species, including leopards, antelopes, pelicans, Rothschild's giraffes, hippos and white and black rhinos strutting around the lake. Forests of euphorbia and yellow acacia add to this majestic spectacle.
Picnic lunch in the heart of the park.
Continuation of the photo safari in search of animals.
Return to Naivasha in the afternoon.
This is followed by a short boat trip on the lake to see the hippos and many species of birds.
Return to the lodge.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 6

Lake Navaisha, Masai Mara Reserve

Meeting the Maasai

Meeting the Maasai

After breakfast, drive via Narok to the famous Masai Mara reserve. A natural extension of the neighbouring Serengeti Park in Tanzania, this reserve of around 1,500 km², at an average altitude of 1,650 m, has a landscape of plains, acacias and isolated trees and a rich and varied fauna. The Serengeti Park and the Masai-Mara Reserve are home to the extraordinary annual wildebeest migration.
Check-in and lunch at Mara Sarova Camp.
Mara Sarova Camp is located in the south-eastern part of the Masai Mara reserve, an ideal spot for wildebeest and zebra spotting, as it lies on the path of the great migration and close to Sekenani gate, the nearest gateway to Nairobi.
Then late afternoon departure on a photo safari along the tracks of the Masai Mara reserve, home to over 80 species of animal from the African continent. Emotion guaranteed!
Back to camp.
Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 7

Masai Mara Game Reserve

Flight over the Masai Mara reserve

Flight over the Masai Mara reserve

Early departure for a hot-air balloon flight over the Masai reserve. Watching animals from the sky is sensational as you fly over the plains of this mythical reserve. You will be taken to the take-off point, where you will meet your highly qualified pilot and watch the gigantic balloon being inflated. The basket is large and divided into compartments. All passengers (between 8 and 12 people) will be advised, guided and helped to settle into the wicker basket, which is equipped with seats and safety belts. At dawn, the balloon will rise majestically in the cool morning air over the great plains and continue its glide through the air along the rivers. The pilot will guide the balloon's direction, sometimes using the wind, sometimes using jets of hot air from the gas burners. The balloon will fly for about an hour. Then the descent and landing in the middle of the savannah. You will be joined by a team on the ground with the equipment transport vehicles. A sumptuous English breakfast will be served on a large table under an acacia tree. To celebrate, the staff will serve guests a glass of champagne, while the pilot prepares the "Masai Mara Balloon" flight certificates. You will then return to your camp to continue the day's safari.
Then continue your morning photo safari until lunchtime.
Back to camp.
Lunch at the camp, then free time.
In the afternoon, back to the bush. The Masai Mara offers you the best opportunity to see the main wild animals, in particular the Big Five: elephants, rhinos, lions, leopards and buffalo that roam the acacia-covered hillsides along the rivers.
Back to camp before sunset.
Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 8

Masai Mara Reserve, Nairobi

Return to Nairobi

Return to Nairobi

Breakfast in camp.
Last photo safari on the tracks of the Masai Mara reserve in search of animals.
Return to camp for lunch. Then departure for Nairobi, taking the tracks and crossing the Rift Valley once again.
Arrive in Nairobi and transfer directly to Nairobi international airport to catch your international flight.

Price per person from €2,795 incl. VAT

- Based on 1 participant

This price includes :

  • Return international flights (including tax) from Paris
  • Accommodation in twin rooms in lodges/hotels and meals as mentioned in the programme
  • Reception and assistance at the airport
  • Transfers mentioned in the programme
  • Transport and photo safaris in a comfortable minibus fully equipped for safaris, with cool box or fridge and sunroof, fully private for 4 people.
  • The services of a professional French-speaking driver-guide
  • Entrance fees to national parks and reserves and government taxes
  • Hot-air balloon flight: €400 per person
  • One bottle of mineral water per person per day in the vehicle during safaris

At your expense :

  • Axelliance multi-risk insurance
  • Kenyan visa fees (for European nationals) to be obtained before arrival directly online at http://evisa.go.ke/evisa.html
  • Usual tips of USD 8 to 10 per day and per person for the driver-guide
  • USD 1-2 tip for porters/waiters and other staff
  • Drinks (unless otherwise stated)
  • Personal expenses

* Price from Paris. Please contact us for any other departure city.

For a group request (from 10 people) or to customize your trip, please contact us.

Comfort

Very comfortable 4* hotels and lodges

Climate and equipment

Equatorial climate. The lowest average temperatures are between 17 and 19°C, the highest between 27 and 29°C. At night temperatures can drop to 12°C. It is therefore advisable to bring warm clothing.
Rainy seasons: March => May, November => December

Health

Since some diseases are transmitted by mosquitoes, it is advisable to apply personal protective measures. Mosquito repellent, long sleeves.
The recommended vaccinations are: Yellow fever, Diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, Hepatitis A, B, Typhoid, Meningitis A, C, Y, W135, Rabies and Measles.
Not recommended to drink tap water
More information on www.diplomatie.gouv

Formalities

PASSPORT & VISAS

French nationals must hold a visa ("tourist" or "business" depending on the purpose of the visit) to enter Kenya. The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry.
Children under 16 years of age accompanying their parents on a tourist visit to Kenya are exempt from visa requirements.
To find out how to obtain a tourist visa, please contact us.
more information on www.diplomatie.gouv

Our opinion

A holiday that bears witness to the ancient nature of this area, where all of Africa's great wildlife frolics. You'll spend a fabulous holiday in search of the Big Five and meeting the Maasai, by 4×4 or hot-air balloon.

The + humans trip

- A hot-air balloon flight over the Masai Mara reserve

- English-speaking driver-guide

- Local partners specialising in Kenya safaris

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