Wednesday 14 July 2010

LOITA HILLS TOUR

LOITA HILLS TOUR
Three Days – Two Nights
6th – 8th Aug, 2010
Welcome to a Grandeur and breath taking tour!!
Day One: We meet at 5:00pm at the Green Corner (opposite Kencom) and warm up to the wonderful tour ahead. We will depart at 5:15pm. On the way, we will have a stopover (by the road) at the Pre-Historic site known as Olorgesaille which is famous for the remains of Homo Habilis – the man with Ability.
We will pass by the well known Lake Magadi (the Salt Lake) and make a stopover. The Lake is home to Thousands of stunning Flamingoes.
At around 9:15 pm, the famous Ewaso Nyiro River will welcome us with the cool evergreen surroundings. With our skilful driver, we will arrive at Entasopia - the footsteps of Nguruman escarpment at around 9:15pm and in time for the beautiful Moonlight. Dinner and overnight at the Cool Waters Camp. We will provide Tents and Sleeping Bags and we will camp besides the tranquil Ewaso Nyiro River perfect for fishing during the day.


Day Two: Breakfast at 8 am. This will be followed by 30minutes team dynamics session to bring harmony in the team. After the Team Dynamics, we will start our Nature Trail/ Hike up the famous Loita Hills which forms a Cardinal Part of the Maasai Mara Ecosystem. The escarpment has an abundance of different bird species and wild animals.
The Turracco, Superb Starling, Common Bulbul, African Pied Wagtail, Colobus Monkeys, Impalas, amongst others are in plenty. Nguruman Escarpment and the Loita Hills are in the Nemengineyo Forest; meaning the forest of the lost Girl. History has it that, a young Maasai Girl went up the Forest to collect firewood never to come back!!

The hike is refreshing and is purposed to bring us intimately closer to nature. We will explore the Loita Hills all the way up to the beautiful waterfalls. It’s so picturesque and guys will get a splendid opportunity to take memorable photos. The waterfalls are a spectacular sight to behold!
On one particular visit, a tourist on seeing the Loita Falls reiterated Dr. Livingstone’s remarks when he first saw the Victoria Falls in Zambia; “Scenes so Lovely, must have been gazed upon by Angels on their Flight”. Loita Hills is untamed wilderness and the wildlife flourishes in its splendor. At 4pm we will begin our descent as we take more scenic photos.
In the Evening, we will have a Goat Barbeque Party (Nyama Choma) over a Mesmerizing Bonfire as Guys heartily enjoy themselves. The young Maasai Warriors in Entasopia will provide entertainment with a rich display of their cultural heritage. Dinner and overnight at the Cool Waters Camp.

Day Three: Breakfast will be as from 8 – 9 am. This will be followed by 30minutes of team bonding games that will leave you excited. After this, we shall proceed to the Shompole conservancy for a game drive where we will have a chance to watch the wild animals like; Lions, Leopard, Hyenas, Buffalos, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Baboons, Zebras, Thomson’s Gazelle, Grants Gazelle, Elephants, Ostrich, Dik diks, Porcupine and various birds’ species including the Turaco, Sparrow, Bush Petronia, Superb Starling amongst others.

After the game drive, we will take an early lunch at 12pm. At 1pm we will depart in line with more adventures ahead. Enroute we will visit the hot springs at Lake Magadi, where we will have enough time for a natural Jacuzzi of hot water with healing properties.
This is a cool site and guys can relax their body and soul. It is mythical that the warm waters have a healing effect and acts as a body lotion.
After this, we proceed on and pass by Lake Magadi which has a high profusion of Flamingoes. We will have a stopover at Flamingo Hotel in Magadi town for 15minutes to refresh ourselves, then at 5pm we depart for Nairobi with Excellent Memories to Cherish for a Lifetime.

Things to Carry:
Walking or Sports Shoes, Light Clothing and Swimming Costumes
Camera / Binoculars
Drinking Water
Personal Effects, Drinks and Pocket Money

CHARGES:
Ksh. 3,850 per person.


Contact Persons LEONARD NDUNGU 0724 327 639
ndunguleonard@gmail.com
CO-ORDINATOR LOITA SAFARI TREKKS
“Discover the Elegance of Kenyan Spectacular Wildlife with Quality Fun”

Wednesday 7 July 2010

wild beast migration

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About Masai Mara

Named for the Maasai people (the traditional inhabitants of the area) and the Mara River which divides it, Masai Mara is famous for its exceptional population of game and the annual migration of the wildebeest every July and August, a migration so immense it is called the Great Migration.

Though not the largest game park in Kenya,Masai Mara is the most famous.

Masai Mara is most famous for its lions. All other members of the "Big Five" are to be found in the Masai Mara.Wildebeest are the dominant inhabitant of the Masai Mara, and their numbers are estimated in the millions. Around July of each year these animals migrate in north from the Serengeti plains in search of fresh pasture, and return to the south around October.

The Great Migration is one of the most impressive natural events worldwide, involving about 1,300,000 Wildebeest, 360,000 Thomson's Gazelle, and 191,000 Zebra. These numerous migrants are followed along their annual route by predators, most notably lions and hyena.

Every July (or sometimes August), the wildebeest travel over 600 miles (960km) from Tanzania's Serengeti plains, northwards to the Masai Mara and the Mara River is the final obstacle. In October or November, once they have feasted and the grass has all but gone, they turn around and go back the other way

Masai Mara Migration Safari 6 Days

Minimum 2 People.

DAY 1: Nairobi - Amboseli
We pick you at the airport or your hotel in the morning hours and after tour briefing depart for Amboseli National park. Drive via Namanga at the Kenya- Tanzania border to Amboseli National Park to arrive in time for lunch at your lodge before proceeding with afternoon gamedrive..

Dinner and overnight at Oltukai lodge or Similar.Full board.

DAY 2: Nairobi - Amboseli
0630 Hrs - Early morning game drive in the Amboseli National Park.
0830 Hrs. Return to your lodge for late breakfast. Later spend the rest of the morning at leisure. Enjoy Swimming at the lodge's pool or do an optional Nature walk at a small fee.
1300 Hrs. Lunch at Oltukai lodge.
1600 Hrs. Afternoon game drive till dusk.

Amboseli sits on the lower slopes of mighty Mount Kilimanjaro - Africa’s highest - whose peak lies across the border in Tanzania. It is quite an experience to see Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in an early morning. The animal pictures arising against the dramatic backdrop of the mountain will thrill the photography enthusiast. Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds.
Other residents of the Amboseli include: buffalo, black rhino, zebra, wildebeest and other plain animals.

Dinner and overnight at Oltukai lodge or similar.Full board.

DAY 3: Amboseli - Lake Nakuru
0700 Hrs. Check out and drive to Lake Nakuru National park. Enroute pick up your packed lunch and proceed to Lake Nakuru Simba lodge for check in. Later check out and drive to Nakuru National park for game drive.

Lake Nakuru's claim to fame is anchored on its flamingo's and the over 400 species of birds found here. The lake itself is a soda lake on the floor of the rift valley. The sight of the at times millions of flamingos is quite spectacular. From a distance the lake appears ringed in pink. The Lake has also earned a reputation as an important haven for endangered species - particularly the Rothschild Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, waterbuck, buffalo and baboons are all residents here. Later, drive to Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge for overnight.

Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Simba Lodge or similar.Full board.

DAY 4: Lake Naivasha - Maasai Mara.
0800 Hrs- Drive to via the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Maasai Mara in time for lunch at Mara Sopa lodge.
1530 Hrs- go for an afternoon game drive till dusk.

The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. Some of the famous ones include: lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephants.
It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sapa lodge or similar.Full board.

DAY 5: Maasai Mara.
0745 Hrs. After breakfast, check out with packed lunch for the great migration expereince. Spend the all day at the river side watching the migration. Returning to your lodge is late in the evening.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa lodge or similar.Full board.

DAY 6: Depart for Nairobi
0730 Hrs- Check out and drive to Nairobi to arrive mid day. On this days farewell, Lunch will be provided at the carnivore restaurant before transfer to your hotel or Airport for your onward travel.

Price:USD 1595 Per person sharing.

The above price is based on a minimum of 2 persons. A price discount is available for numbers above two persons.

Our Pricing Includes:
-Transport & Transfers in a safari van with a pop-up roof
-Park entrance fees
-Driver's allowances
-Accommodation full board.(3 Meals a day)
-Services of an english speaking professional guide/driver
-Guaranteed window seats for every participants.
-Complimentary bottle of drinking mineral water. (Each person a bottle per day)
-Game drives as per the Itinerary
-Government taxes
-Airport transfers

Our Pricing Excludes
-Tips & gratitude’s
-Personal insurance
-Alcoholic drinks
-Accommodation before & after the safari.
-Hot air Balloon flight in Maasai Mara – US$ 420 per person extra
- Extras at the lodges –drinks, telephone, laundry or any other personal expenses




Kenya Camping Safaris

Kenya Lodge Safaris

Kenya Flying Packages

Mount Kenya climbing

Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking

Nairobi-Mombasa Train.

Kenya Masai Mara Migration Safari



Tanzania Luxury Safaris

Monday 5 July 2010

3 days masai mara safari

3 day Masai Mara Safari, Kenya, East Africa
go on an afternoon game drive

Your 3 day Masai Mara safari starts in Nairobi, travels through Kenya, and finishes back in Nairobi.

# Pre-departure meeting: 17:00pm the day before at the departure point
# Departure point: Nairobi, Boulevard Hotel, Harry Thuku Road
# Check-in: 08:45am
# Departs: 09:30am
# Accommodation: Camping
# Group size: Minimum of 2
# Safari vehicle: Varies in relation to group size


What you can expect from this 3 day Masai Mara Safari:

Game drives on this 3 day Masai Mara safari tour will allow you to search for game such as Lion, Cheetah, Elephant, Buffalo and many more. You will also get to see Kenya’s spectacular Great Rift Valley, home to about 30 active and semi-active volcanoes and many hot springs.

Please note that this trip departs Nairobi daily, early morning. Should you wish to spend extra time there, an earlier arrival should be planned and additional accommodation should be booked through Siyabona Africa Travel.

Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara, Kenya

Your Masai Mara safari departs at 09:30am, traveling through the Great Rift Valley and the town of Narok to the Masai Mara Game Reserve in south western Kenya. You arrive at your campsite in the late afternoon. Dinner is included.
Day 2: Masai Mara, Kenya

Your day is spent enjoying extensive game viewing and exploring the beauty and diversity of the reserve. The Masai plains offer an abundance of wildlife, including well known predators, Wildebeest, Zebra and Gazelle in the midyear migration. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.
Day 3: Masai Mara to Nairobi, Kenya

Today you leave the Masai Mara and travels via the northern part of the Masai lands for some excellent game viewing before passing through Narok on your way to Nairobi, where you Masai Mara safari ends. Breakfast is included.