Price per person : $9,629
Nairobi – Laikipia – Masai Mara – Malindi Beach – Manda Island
14 Days / 13 Nights
Group Size: 2 adults
Reference: 13 nights, 14 days – 1 x Nairobi, 2 x Laikipia, 3 x Masai Mara, 3 x Malindi, 4 x Lamu
Date of Issue: 23 April 2025
Introduction
Valid in the low season: April to June
Accommodation | Destination | Basis | Duration |
Nairobi | FB+ | 1 Night | |
Laikipia | FB+ | 2 Nights | |
Masai Mara | FB+ | 3 Nights | |
Billionaire Resort and Retreat | Malindi Beach | B&B | 3 Nights |
The Majlis Resort | Manda Island | HB | 4 Nights |
Key
B&B: Bed and Breakfast
FB: Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
FB+: Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Price
Price per person : $9,629
Included
- Airport transfers : NBO – Hemingways Nairobi
- Road transfer to Sanctuary at Ol Lentille
- Scheduled flights from Nanyuki airstrip to Kichwa Airstrip, Kichwa Airstrip to Malindi Airport, Malindi Airport to Manda Airport, Manda airport to NBO
- 1 night bed and breakfast at Hemingways Nairobi
- 2 nights full board accommodation at Sanctuary at Ol Lentille
- 3 nights full board accommodation at Bateleur Camp
- 3 nights bed and breakfast accommodation at Billionaire’s Retreat
- 4 nights on half board at The Majlis
- Hot Air Baloon Safari
- Various safari activities
- AMREF Flying Doctors
Excluded
Travel Insuarance
Covid Tests where necessary
Tips and gratuities (we recommend a tip of $ 10 per staff per day)
Any extras not mentioned above
Day 1: Hemingways Nairobi, Nairobi
Nairobi
Situated along the Nairobi River in beautiful Kenya, the capital of Nairobi is East Africa’s most cosmopolitan city. It serves as an excellent starting point for African safari trips around Kenya. Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest city and is a vibrant and exciting place to be. There are some fascinating attractions: its cafe culture, unbridled nightlife, the National Museum, the Karen Blixen Museum and most notably, just 20 minutes from the city centre, wild lions and buffalo roam in the world’s only urban game reserve. Make sure you pay a visit to the elephant orphanage operated by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust for a once in a lifetime experience.
Day Itinerary
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), you will be picked up by a representative from the company who will safely transfer you to The Hemingways Hotel in Nairobi where you will spend the night on bed and breakfast basis.
Overnight: Hemingways Nairobi
Hemingways Nairobi, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the world, is an elegant boutique hotel situated in Nairobi’s Karen residential area with magnificent views of the nearby Ngong hills. Sensitively designed for the discerning business and leisure traveller, Hemingways Nairobi offers the full facilities expected in a modern day luxury boutique hotel. The hotel offers forty-five luxury suites which include the Hemingways suite, The Blixen suite, 19 Executive rooms and 24 deluxe rooms. The Hemingways Nairobi Brasserie serves classic dishes and the very best of local and international cuisine and is open everyday for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Included
Pick up at NBO
Transfer to Hemingways Nairobi
Accommodation on bed and breakfast
Excluded
Any other meals
Any extras not included above
Tips and gratuities
Day 2: Ol Lentille, Laikipia
Laikipia
Sandwiched between Mount Kenya and the northern deserts, Laikipia is where Kenya’s wild and semi-arid northern frontier country begins. The region is made up of privately owned and community ranches centred around the Laikipia National Reserve. Known as one of Kenya’s best safari areas, and renowned for its protection of rare animals, the high plains of Laikipia feature vast open stretches of African savanna scattered with abundant game including Grevy’s zebras, lions, leopards, black rhinos, wild dogs, buffalos, giraffes, lesser kudu, gerenuk, Beisa oryx, Jackson’s hartebeest, Somali ostrich, and thousands of elephants. Take a boat trip along the beautiful Ewaso Nyiro River, enjoy a guided walk, bird discovery tour, horse ride, and more. Laikipia is often seen as a strong competitor with Masai Mara Park. The breathtaking Great Lakes of Kenya are nearby.
Day Itinerary
Early in the morning after breakfast, you will begin your journey to Laikipia which is approximately a 5 hour drive. The driver shall make sure that this drive will be as smooth and enjoyable as possible. You will arrive at Sanctuary at Ol Lentille just in time for lunch. You are booked in for three nights on full board basis.
Here at Ol Lentille,you will get to bond especially with the wide selection of activities that they have to offer or you could just choose to not engage in as many activities and just enjoy each other’s company and the magnificent view Laikipia has to offer.
Overnight: Ol-Lentille
Ol Lentille, named after Laikipia’s highest peak, is a lodge that is proud to be different. Located in a remote and beautiful part of Laikipia, guests enjoy the dramatic landscape and pristine wilderness of a 40,000-acre private conservancy which is home to many wildlife species. Game drives, walks (gentle or vigorous), camel safaris and even quad biking are some of the many activities at Ol Lentille.
Ol Lentille is professionally managed but community owned. Here you stop being a tourist and become a guest of the community. Guests are offered deep and authentic access to Maasai and Samburu culture, and to the key events of their life: a chat with elders in a village, a wedding, a warrior initiation, “singing wells’.
We have four very special villas, recently renovated with luxurious and contemporary interiors, each coming with its own house staff, guide and safari vehicle. With only 8 rooms in total, we can accommodate 16 guests (a few more with extra beds). All activities and meals are private.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Included
- Breakfast at Hemingways Nairobi
Luxury interior designed private villas with panoramic views
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Private dining from start to finish
Lunch on day of arrival
Private dining in your villa
House wines, local beers, spirits and soft drinks
Private day and night game drives
Walking safaris
Camel trekking
Mountain and quad biking
Conservation initiatives first hand
Authentic community experiences
Maasai and Samburu culture
Unlimited spa treatments
Sundowners and bush meals in stunning locations
Privacy and exclusivity
Croquet, boules, and archery
Wifi access available in the reception and The Library
- VAT
- Transfers to and from our private airstrip fifteen minutes drive away
Laundry (2 nights or more)
Excluded
Any extras not included above
Tips and gratuities
Day 4-7: andBeyond Bateleur Camp, Masai Mara
Masai Mara
The Masai Mara together with Tanzania’s Serengeti form Africa’s most famous wildlife park, the Masai Mara National Reserve. The image of acacia trees dotting endless grass plains epitomises Africa for many, then add a Maasai warrior and some cattle to the picture and the conversation need go no further. The undeniable highlight of the Masai Mara National Reserve is undoubtedly the annual wildebeest migration traversing the vast plains of the Serengeti and the Masai Mara. It is known as the largest mass movement of land mammals on the planet – with more than a million animals following the rains. Large prides of lions, herds of elephants, as well as giraffes, gazelles and eland can also be spotted in the reserve. Aside from horse riding safaris and traditional vehicle safaris, hot-air ballooning over the Mara plains has become almost essential.
Day Itinerary
In the early morning carrying packed breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to Nanyuki Airstrip where you will board your flight to Kichwa Tembo Airstrip (ETD 0915 ETA 1100). ON arrival, the team from andBeyond Bateleur Camp will be waiting to receive you and after a welcome drink at the airstrip, you will hop on to the vehicle and drive to the camp. At andBeyond Bateleur Camp, you are booked for 3 nights on a package basis.
There are a couple of activities that will be available to you from enchanting game drives, strikingly beautiful sundowners to peaceful guided walks.
One of the exciting activities that we consider a MUST do while in the Mara is a hot air baloon safari. On day 4 at the Mara, this activity is booked for you. You will be picked up at 4:45 am after a cup of tea and coffee and drive the meeting point. Here you will be able to see the sun as it rises, the wildlife in its natural habitat and the magnificence of the plains in the Mara.
Overnight: andBeyond Bateleur Camp View iBrochure
Situated below the location of where Out of Africa’s famous final scene was filmed, this romantic and private camp reflects the ambience of Kenyan safaris of the 20’s and 30’s. andBeyond Bateleur Camp, the epitome of tented luxury, is comprised of just two intimate camps of nine Luxury Tents each, set among a forest of the Masai Mara. The Luxury Tents have a classic elegance with polished wooden floors and beautiful ensuite bathrooms, each with its own deck overlooking the vast game-filled plains of the Masai Mara, and a personal butler will ensure every need is catered for.
Delicious meals are served in the main guest area or in a memorable setting beneath the stars, followed by fireside port and cigars. Bush breakfasts and romantic sundowners on the edge of the Rift Valley offer an unforgettable African experience.
Appreciate a more exclusive piece of the Mara where you can explore in a vehicle, by foot, by day or by night. In the company of a safari guide, observe sights and sounds of the bush, while using your complimentary SWAROVSKI OPTIK binoculars for the duration of your stay.
Basis
Included
- Packed breakfast from Sanctuary at Ol Lentille
- Transfer to Nanyuki Airstrip
- Scheduled flight from Nanyuki Airstrip to Kichwa Tembo Airstrip
- Return airstrip transfers
- Full board accommodation
- Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirit and beers, teas and coffees
- Laundry
- Game drives
- Sundowners
- Guided bush walks
- Bush meals
- Hot Air Balloon Safari
Excluded
Any extras not included above
Tips and gratuities
Day 7-10: Billionaire Resort and Retreat, Malindi Beach
Malindi Beach
Situated along Kenya’s picturesque coastline, Malindi is comprised of a strip of idyllic tropical beaches. These vast stretches of white, sandy, palm-dotted beaches attract people from all over the world. It provides an excellent stopover for travellers on their way to the magnificent islands of the Lamu Archipelago. However, Malindi itself is definitely worth a visit, boasting clear blue skies meeting azure waters fringed by white-sand beaches; it is the perfect destination for those looking for a blend of adventure and relaxation. There are a range of places to stay ranging from large resorts to quiet relaxing hideaways. Popular activities include: deep-sea fishing, snorkelling, water skiing, swimming, as well as local village visits. Don’t miss the nearby Malindi Marine Park offering spectacular coral reefs full of tropical fish.
Day Itinerary
After a delightful lunch, you will be transferred to Kichwa Tembo Airstrip where you will board your flight to Malindi Airport (ETD 1400 ETA 1625). On arrival, you will be picked up by the famous Landrovers from Billionaire’s Retreat where you will be saying for the next three nights on bed and breakfast basis in the master suite.
Here, you will be taken care of like the King and Queen you are. Impeccable service, friendly and ever helpful staff and mouthwatering food specifically made considering any requests you may have, is what you will get here. You can reset and rewind and not have to lift a finger, of course maybe only to swim in the stupendous swimming pool.
You are booked into the retreat that is home to one of the most beautiful spas in the Coastal region and maybe even in East Africa but while here you can take their shuttle to the Resort are that has a beautiful white sandy beach and a beach bar that you could grab some cockails from.
On one of the days, you could hold into a taxi and go to Watamu that is a 30 minute drive and go to Lichthaus for some amazing sundowners.
Overnight: Billionaire Resort and Retreat
Set in the Marine Park and Reserve in Malindi, Billionaire Resort and Retreat is an exclusive resort on the coast of Kenya. The resort is a luxury apartment complex which translates the quest for privacy and rest into a pure deluxe experience. The apartments showcase elegant interiors and are equipped with modern amenities and magical views over the ocean and the park. When it comes to dining, guests can savour delicious international cuisine at the hotel’s remarkable Billionaire Grill Bar & Restaurant. Leisure facilities include a spa, fitness centres, a beach area and a swimming pool.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities & All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Basis
Bed and Breakfast
Included
- Breakfast and lunch at Bateleur Camp
- Transfer to Kichwa Airstrip
- Scheduled flight from Kichwa Airstrip to Malindi Airport
- Transfer to Billionaire’s retreat
- Three nights accommodation on bed and breakfast
Excluded
Any extras not included above
Tips and gratuities
Day 10-14: The Majlis Resort, Manda Island
Manda Island
Set on Kenya’s beautiful Lamu Archipelago, Manda Island is known for its pristine beaches and amazing atmosphere. Dotted with palm-thatch cottages which offer visitors a barefoot luxury experience, and lapped by calm crystal waters, the shores are simply paradisiacal. The surrounding area is renowned for its excellent marlin fishing, fascinating historic towns, and the ancient-baobab encircled Manda Settlement. Visitors can sample an array of fresh seafood, enjoy a variety of watersports, and take a traditional dhow cruise. Other popular activities include kitesurfing, fishing, windsurfing, game drives, historical tours, and scenic flights.
Day Itinerary
In the afternoon, you will be transferred back to Malindi Airport to board your flight to Manda Airstrip (ETD 1540 1605). In Lamu, means of transportation is by boat as it is an island and therefore on arrival your captain will be waiting to transfer you to The Majlis where you will spend the next four nights on half board basis.
Lamu offers you a chance to slow down and unwind. People here are friendly and warm and always willing to help, its one big community down there.
Some activities that you must do while in Lamu include: A sunset dhow cruise, a Lamu town tour, boat rides to Takwa Ruins and eating local food.
Overnight: The Majlis Resort
The Majlis Hotel is a privately-owned 25 room boutique hotel with superb seafront views over the Ras Kitau bay and Shela village. Guests enjoy an idyllic setting where they can relax and make the most of the Lamu Archipelago’s unaffected charm and extensive recreational activities. Designed and built to reflect Lamu’s heritage tradition, a subtle fusion of African, Indian, Asian, Arab and Portuguese influences, the hotel combines 25 superbly appointed luxury suites built with Western comforts and local tradition. State-of-the-art facilities include two bars, a gourmet restaurant, two swimming pools and an activity center which graciously co-ordinates a wide variety experiences. The Majlis is the only hotel in the Lamu archipelago offering air-conditioned rooms.
Basis
Half Board – Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Included
- Breakfast at Billionaire’s Retreat
- Transfer to Malindi Airport
- Scheduled flight from Malindi Airport to Manda Airport
- Transfer to The Majlis Resort
- Four nights accommodation on half board basis
Excluded
Any extras not included above
Tips and gratuities
Day 14: End of Itinerary
Day Itinerary
In the mid morning, you will transferred back to Manda Airport to board your flight back to Nairobi (ETD 1225 ETA 1505). You will then proceed to check in for your outbound flight.
Kwaheri, Safiri Salama!
Basis
Bed and Breakfast
Included
- Breakfast at The Majlis
- Transfer to Manda Airport
- Scheduled flight from Manda Airport to NBO
Excluded
Any extras not included above
Tips and gratuities
Transport
Flight Information
Date | Flight | Airline | Departure Airport | Time | Arrival Airport | Time | Class | Ref |
Scheduled | Nanyuki Airport [NYK] | Kichwa Tembo Airstrip | ||||||
Scheduled | Kichwa Tembo Airstrip | Malindi Airport [MYD] | ||||||
Scheduled | Malindi Airport [MYD] | Manda Airfield [LAU] | ||||||
Scheduled | Manda Airfield [LAU] | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport [NBO] |
Transfers
Date | Company | Pick Up | Drop Off | Time | Vehicle |
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport [NBO] | Hemingways Nairobi | Transfer | |||
Hemingways Nairobi | Ol Lentille | Transfer | |||
Ol Lentille | Nanyuki Airport [NYK] | Transfer | |||
Kichwa Tembo Airstrip | andBeyond Bateleur Camp | Transfer | |||
andBeyond Bateleur Camp | Kichwa Tembo Airstrip | Transfer | |||
Malindi Airport [MYD] | Billionaire Resort and Retreat | Transfer | |||
Billionaire Resort and Retreat | Malindi Airport [MYD] | Transfer | |||
Manda Airfield [LAU] | The Majlis Resort | Transfer | |||
The Majlis Resort | Manda Airfield [LAU] | Transfer |
Resting in the magnificent Great Rift Valley and presided over by the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, Kenya is characterised by hauntingly beautiful natural landscapes of forested hills, patchwork farms, wooded savanna and vast forests brimming with an extraordinary abundance of wildlife. The nation’s diverse range of traditional African cultures is influenced by over 70 unique ethnic groups from the Maasai, Samburu, Kikuyu, and Turkana tribes to the Arabs and Indians that settled on the coast. Add to this: an exquisite tropical coastline fringed with breathtaking golden sand beaches; gorgeous coral gardens providing excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities; and a slew of lively beach resorts, and it is easy to see why so many visitors flock here from around the world to experience a truly unique African adventure in one of the world’s most pristine safari destinations.
Banking and Currency
Currency:
Local currency: Kenyan Shilling
Symbol: KSh
ISO code: KES
Central bank: Central Bank of Kenya
Subunit: Cent
Banknotes: KSh1000, 500, 200, 100, 50
Coins: KSh40, 20, 10, 5, 1 and 50, 10 cents(lesscommonly used)
Banking:
Card Transactions:
ATMs: Yes
Mastercard: Yes
Visa: Yes
American Express: Sometimes
Diner’s club: Sometimes
Banking Hours:
Weekdays: 09h00 – 15h00
Weekends:Saturdays: 09h00 -12h00. Sundays: Closed. Check the specific hours of the bank branch you plan to visit, as operating hours can vary between branches and regions.
Public Holidays: No
Foreign exchange services: Yes
Travel, Transport and Getting Around
Air:
Main airlines: Kenya Airways, Airkenya Express, Fly540, JamboJet, African Express Airways, Mombasa Air Safari
International Airports: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Moi International Airport, Kisumu International Airport, Eldoret International Airport
Road:
Conditions vary greatly.
Tar roads: Yes
Gravel roads: Yes
Valid International Driver’s License needed: No, unless your national licence is not in English. Third party insurance is needed.
Car hire available: Yes
Taxis: Yes
Uber available: Yes
Bus:
Inter-city bus services: Some, but not generally safe.
Local city bus networks: No
Rail:
Railway system: Yes
Subway System: No
Water:
Ferries: Yes
Water taxis: Yes
Leisure cruises: Yes
Food, Drink and Cuisine Advice
Food and water safety:
Can you drink the tap water: No
Fresh fruit and vegetables: No, unless thoroughly washed and peeled
Ice: No, unless made from bottled or purified water
Meat: Yes, but from reputable establishments
Street food: No, unless from a reputable source and freshly prepared
Local cuisine: Kenyan food is diverse, exhibiting the different tastes and flavours of its different tribes, as well as the spices of early Arab settlers and East Indian railway workers, and the fresh seafood straight from the Swahili coast. Top dishes include Kenyan Stew, made with meat and spices; Mutura, a rich, dark goat sausage; and Mandazi, a kind of donut flavoured with cardamom and sweet coconut milk.
Drinks:
Tusker Beer
Kenyan Coffee
Chai (Kenyan Tea)
Madafu (Fresh Coconut Water)
Maziwa Lala (Fermented Milk)
*In addition to these beverages, there are also a variety of everyday drinks available, such as fruit juices, sodas, and bottled water.
Tipping: 10%
Climate and Weather
Annual rainfall: 680 mm
Average temperature: 25°C – 29°C
Summer: December-March
Average in highs: 26°C
Average in lows: 16°C
Winter: July-October
Average in highs: 21°C
Average in lows: 12°C
* Kenya, due to its equatorial location, does not experience traditional summer and winter seasons. Instead, it has periods that are cooler and drier. The climate is generally characterized by wet and dry seasons.
Best time to visit: Visiting between June and September, during the long dry season, will allow you to experience a milder climate and witness the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra. The short dry season, from January to March, provides excellent opportunities for beach visits and outdoor activities. During the rainy seasons, you’ll find fewer tourists and stunning, lush landscapes. The long rainy season runs from March to May, and the short rainy season runs from October to December.
Clothing and Dress Recommendations
Spring and Summer
Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes
Lightweight warm clothes: Yes
Winter and Autumn
Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets: Yes
Heavyweight clothing and boots: No
General
Umbrella and raincoat: Yes, during the rainy seasons (March to May and October to December)
Warm gloves, hat and scarf: Yes, for early morning and evening game drives, especially in higher altitudes or cooler months (June to August).
Swimming costume (bathing suit): Yes
Hat, sunglasses and sunblock: Yes
Walking shoes: Yes
Casual: Yes
Smart-casual attire: Yes
Internet Availability
Internet cafes: Yes
Accommodation options: Yes
Restaurants: Yes
Cafes: Yes
Shopping malls: Yes
Public parks: No
Libraries: Yes, in cities.
Electricity and Plug Standards
Plug Type: G
Voltage (V): 240
Frequency Hertz (Hz): 50
*A Travel plug adapter and voltage converter might be necessary depending on your appliances.