Detailed Itinerary

Explore one of the richest and most diverse wildlife areas in the world. Famed for the annual Great Migration of wildebeest, the Maasai Mara is home to a vast number of resident wildlife. Discover ageless natural cycles as masses of animals move through vast unfenced conservation areas – a hot air balloon safari is included in addition to your game drives. Then relax on pristine, white beaches along the balmy shores of the Indian Ocean. Tee-off on an immaculate golf course or explore Kenya's underwater paradise with a day spent snorkeling. Expect superb accommodation and mouth-watering menus.

 

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Day 1
Nairobi arrival

Welcome to Nairobi, the City in the Sun. Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be welcomed by members of the 'Spice' team, who will drive you to the House of Waine, where you will spend the night. Your stay is on a bed and breakfast basis.

 

Overnight at House of Waine
Meal Plan {Bed & Breakfast}

 

 

Day 2
Nairobi – Fly Maasai Mara Game Reserve

This morning we fly to Maasai Mara, winging our way over the scenic Great Rift Valley and the unspoiled savannah that the Mara shares with the legendary Serengeti. Below us lies the Africa of your dreams! A country of rolling grasslands, dense thickets and groves of acacia woodland, the Mara is home to an incredible variety of wildlife. Deep forest grows along the Mara River and its tributaries, where many hippos and crocodiles bask lazily in the sunlight.

 

Here we find the largest population of lions in Africa, carefully watched by their neighbors, the stunning Coke’s hartebeest, large herds of topi and the stately African buffalo. Black rhino are also to be found. Huge herds of elephant often block the roads. Glorious creatures are everywhere— it is difficult to decide where to look first!

This is also the home of the Maasai people. The Maasai guarding his cattle is an enduring and proud figure across the plains of East Africa. Livestock represents status, wealth and livelihood to these ancient people. Here we will also thoroughly enjoy a visit to a Maasai village, learning about their tribal social systems, customs and the place of the Maasai in today’s Africa. The residents live in their Manyatta, or village, much as they have for centuries and we will have an opportunity to see the interior of these mud-hut homes, spotless and unadorned, contrasted with the Maasai themselves, bedecked with brilliantly colored beads and cloths. The bright smiles and warmth of the tribe once considered among the fiercest warriors on earth will surely win your heart. As will your accommodations tonight at the utterly glorious Bateleur Camp or equally stunning Governor’s Il Moran Camp.

 

Overnight at the Bateleur Camp or Governor’s Il Moran Camp

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner}

 

Day 3 & Day 4
Maasai Mara Game Reserve

Explore the endless plains of the Maasai Mara on two daily game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles. During our stay in the Mara, we get to see the Mara not only from the ground, but from the air, as we take an early morning Hot-Air Balloon Safari. On other safaris this thrilling experience is offered at an additional expense…on The African 'Spice' Golf Safari it is our pleasure to invite you on this amazing journey as our guest. You will drift serenely over the great herds as birds of prey swoop past. Elephants and giraffe cast a curious glance your way. The beauty of the wilderness as seen from the early morning African sky is an unparalleled experience. Upon our descent, a sumptuous champagne breakfast is served on the plains that you just so recently observed from your perch high above.

 

The sheer enormity of the Maasai Mara offers endless opportunities for excitement, including one of the most glorious evening events of the safari—sundowners on the Mara Escarpment, where cocktails await us deep in the bush. Soon the natural world is a dark velvet cape all around us with only the firelight and the stars in the ancient African sky to light the night. As the warmth of the African day gives way to the cool of evening, we experience a rare peace and beauty, and find ourselves as one with the land and her inhabitants.

 

Overnight at the Bateleur Camp or Governor's Il Moran Camp

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner}

 

Day 5
Maasai Mara – Fly Mombasa

Breakfast at the Camp and one last look of the Maasai Mara on a morning game drive. After lunch at the Camp, we head to the airstrip for our flight to Mombasa. On your arrival at Moi International Airport you will be met and chauffeured to Alfajiri Villas. Spend four nights in a luxurious beach villa at Alfajiri Villas. Relax on the golf course or explore the balmy Indian Ocean waters with a snorkel.

 

Alfajiri Villas – One of the finest private retreats on the East African coast, Alfajiri overlooks the Indian Ocean in all its glory, ensuring both privacy and inspirational views. Three butler-attended villas provide a host of accommodation options, from bright and airy Caribbean style bedrooms to a romantic turret suite. Large verandas with comfortable hand-carved sofas dominate the front of the properties, where an infinity pool sits on the cliff edge, merging into the sea and horizon. The Mediterranean influenced cuisine is as impeccable as the service. For those with small children and a desire to relax, two English-speaking ayahs (nannies) are on hand around the clock.

 

Overnight at Alfajiri Villas

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Dinner}

 

Day 6 – Day 8

Mombasa Golfing and Relaxing

Golf at Leisure – An 18–hole championship golf course is ideally located less than two minutes away from Alfajiri Cliff Villa. The par 72 and 6084-meter course has 85 bunkers and a large lake, which guarantees a challenging and exciting game of golf. The golf course also plays host to abundant bird-life and several species of monkey.

Overnight at Alfajiri Villas

Meal Plan {Breakfast, Dinner}

 

Day 9

Mombasa – Depart

Enjoy your last day at leisure until it is time to return to Moi International Airport, where your safari with us will end.

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