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The British dreamt of a Cape to Cairo, pan-African railway: It never happened for them. The Kenyans dreamt of Cape to Nairo(bi): It happened in 2017! This package showcases the new Kenya Airways route linking Cape Town, Victoria Falls and Nairobi. Start in Cape Town for 3 nights at the elegant Ellerman House. Fly directly to Victoria Falls and spend 2 nig...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore thunderous falls and adrenaline activities in and around the Falls
    • Explore Nairobi National Park
    • Enjoy the sounds of local musician
    • Enjoy a leading South African art collection

What's this trip about?

    The British dreamt of a Cape to Cairo, pan-African railway: It never happened for them. The Kenyans dreamt of Cape to Nairo(bi): It happened in 2017! This package showcases the new Kenya Airways route linking Cape Town, Victoria Falls and Nairobi. Start in Cape Town for 3 nights at the elegant Ellerman House. Fly directly to Victoria Falls and spend 2 nights at the new Mpala Jena Camp, Zambezi National Park. Victoria Falls offers many activities including a guided visit to the thunderous Falls and adrenaline activities in and around the Falls. Your journey will take you onto Kenya, where you will spend 1 night at The Emakoko, bordering the wildlife rich Nairobi National Park, which is one of the best places to see black and white rhino, followed by 3 nights at ol Donyo Lodge in the Chyulu Hills, overlooking Kilimanjaro and 3 nights at Mara Plains Camp in the Maasai Mara, with a chance to horse ride with Ride Kenya Mara.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCape Town
End CityMaasai Mara

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Kenya
  • Zimbabwe
  • South Africa

Attractions

  • Cairo
  • Maasai Mara
  • Masai Mara National Park
  • Mt. Kilimanjaro
  • Nairobi
  • Victoria Falls

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird watching
  • Culture
  • Game drive
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Mountain Biking
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • Ellerman House Inclusive of breakfast, airport transfers to and from Cape Town International Airport, minibar, laundry, cocktails and canapes, Wi Fi and wine tastings. Mpala Jena Camp Fully inclusive of accommodation, wildlife viewing activities, meals, daily laundry, return Victoria Falls International Airport transfers which may be a combination of road and boat transfers or purely road transfers, one return road transfer to Victoria Falls town, one entrance ticket to see the Victoria Falls per guest’s stay on a self-guided basis, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding premium brand spirits and champagne), mandatory nightly conservation levy and park fees. The Emakoko Fully inclusive of accommodation, National Park Fee, scheduled wildlife activities, meals, laundry, soft drinks, beer, house wine, non-luxury spirits (excluding champagne) and airport transfers (JKIA and / or Wilson Airport. Ol Donyo Lodge And Mara Plains Camp Fully inclusive of accommodation, National Park fees, scheduled wildlife activities (including horseback riding at ol Donyo Lodge), meals, laundry and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding premium brands and champagne). Scheduled air transfers are included. Great Plains Conservation reserves the right to review published rates in the event of currency exchange rate fluctuations or increases in costs or taxes, which are beyond our control.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1– 4: Ellerman House, Cape Town

Ellerman House Private Chauffeur will meet you at Cape Town International Airport. An easy transfer to the Hotel will allow you time to absorb the beauty of the City that is sheltered by the majestic Table Mountain. Once checked in you can enjoy a light lunch on the T...

Day 4– 6: Mpala Jena Camp, Victoria Falls

Transfer from Ellerman House to Cape Town International Airport for flight to Victoria Falls. Mpala Jena staff to collect you at Victoria Fall Airport and transfer you to Mpala Jena Camp.

2 nights at Mpala Jena Camp in a double luxury tent, with plunge pool, on...

Day 6– 7: The Emakoko, Nairobi National Park

Transfer from Mpala Jena Camp to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight to Nairobi Jomo Kennyata International Airport. You will be met by the The Emakoko Team and transferred to the camp through Nairobi National Park to Camp.

1 night at The Emakoko in a double...

Day 7– 10: Ol Donyo Lodge, Chyulu Hills National Park

Transfer from The Emakoko, to connect with a morning light aircraft flight from Nairobi Wilson to the Chyulu Hills (40-minute flight). 20-minute transfer from airstrip to lodge.

3 nights at ol Donyo Lodge in a pool suite on a fully inclusive basis with twice da...

Days 10- 13: Mara Plains Camp, Olare Motorogi Conservancy, Maasai Mara

The Maasai Mara is one of Africa’s most famous wildlife parks. The image of acacia trees on endless wildlife filled grass plains epitomises Africa for many, add Maasai warriors and the conversation need go no further.

3 nights at Mara Plains Camp in a luxury te...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $10,200
Price per day$785
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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the staff and food and rustic luxury were wonderful

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Accommodation

,Ellerman House Inclusive of breakfast, airport transfers to and from Cape Town International Airport, minibar, laundry, cocktails and canapes, Wi Fi and wine tastings. Mpala Jena Camp Fully inclusive of accommodation, wildlife viewing activities, meals, daily laundry, return Victoria Falls International Airport transfers which may be a combination of road and boat transfers or purely road transfers, one return road transfer to Victoria Falls town, one entrance ticket to see the Victoria Falls per guest’s stay on a self-guided basis, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding premium brand spirits and champagne), mandatory nightly conservation levy and park fees. The Emakoko Fully inclusive of accommodation, National Park Fee, scheduled wildlife activities, meals, laundry, soft drinks, beer, house wine, non-luxury spirits (excluding champagne) and airport transfers (JKIA and / or Wilson Airport. Ol Donyo Lodge And Mara Plains Camp Fully inclusive of accommodation, National Park fees, scheduled wildlife activities (including horseback riding at ol Donyo Lodge), meals, laundry and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding premium brands and champagne). Scheduled air transfers are included. Great Plains Conservation reserves the right to review published rates in the event of currency exchange rate fluctuations or increases in costs or taxes, which are beyond our control.
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Optional Activities

Extending Your Stay with Us

Great Plains Conservation has a variety of authentic camps and mobile experiences in Botswana, Kenya and Zimbabwe. We would be happy to facilitate and plan any extended stay you might require in Southern and East Africa.

BOTSWANA

Zarafa Camp / Duba Plains Camp / Duba Explorers Camp / Selinda Camp / Selinda Explorers Camp

KENYA

ol Donyo Lodge / Mara Plains Camp / Mara Expedition Camp

ZIMBABWE

Mpala Jena Camp / Sapi Explorers Camp / Sapi Springs Camp

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