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| Duration | 7 days | 10 days |
| Price From | $ 4,079 | Check price |
| Price Per Day | $ 583 | Check price |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | All breakfasts, six lunches and six dinners included. At Kicheche, the food is superb and with plenty of choice. Breakfasts will be taken out in the bush and so will lunch on full-day drives in the Mara. Kicheche has an excellent reputation for its cuisine. In the Mara, hot drinks are brought to the tents each morning Freshly baked biscuits and a breakfast of fruit, cakes, bacon, sausage, egg, juice and coffee/tea is taken out on the plains On return, there is a large but healthy brunch (if not doing a full-day drive) Tea and cakes are taken mid-afternoon before the game drive A three-course dinner is taken (weather permitting) by candlelight under the African sky Vegetarians are well catered for but please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests | N/A |
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Africa conjures images of acacia-dotted plains, migrating wildebeest, and predators relentlessly pursuing zebra. Being in the right place at the right time, with the best light to capture these scenes, is the essence of this photographic safari. Join a small group led by award-winning photographer and passionate conservationist Paul Goldstein, who will work tirelessly to get you the best photographic opportunities. This safari exudes style – premium tented camps within a private conservancy provide a comfortable base in an exclusive location, internal flights get you into the wilderness quickly, and vehicles are designed with photographers in mind to ensure you will always be set up for the perfect shot. Be prepared for early starts, long days and plenty of advice and enthusiasm. The exclusive Kicheche Camps are in prime spots within the conservancies, where it is not uncommon to observe wildlife from the veranda. Wilderness fans and photographers alike will fall in love with Africa after a week at Kicheche.Embark on a photographic safari in exclusive, private conservancies in Kenya with tuition from Paul Goldstein |
Get to experience the the fascinating wildlife of Kenya; from the game drives in Samburu to the shores of Lake Elementaita. |
Day 1 Start Nairobi; morning flight to Masai Mara
Welcome to Kenya. We have an early morning flight from Wilson Airport directly to the heart of the Mara conservancies. We advise booking accommodation in Nairobi the night before the tour starts to allow for an easy meet at Wilson Airport this morning. The 45-minute flight to the Mara provides great scenery to start our Kenyan adventure. At the airstrip, we’ll be picked up by custom-built 4WD vehicles for the short transfer to Kicheche Camp. The Kicheche crew will be waiting to welcome you and help you settle into camp. After lunch, we’ll take our first afternoon game drive in the exclusive Mara conservancies to discover some of the prolific wildlife that inhabits this area. Your first game drive will end with sundowners looking across the plains. Premium accommodation: Kicheche Tented Camp
Day 2 - 6 Sharpen your photography skills on the vast plains of the Masai Mara
Our days at Kicheche usually start early, with camp staff bringing tea, coffee, hot water and biscuits to the tent around 5am. One of the huge benefits of staying within the conservancies is that game drives start right from camp and we can be in position on the plains by first light. For photographers, this means the all-important golden hour is always maximised. Depending on the movement of the game and tips from the bush telegraph, drives can be a moveable feast. Some days we may find ourselves on a full-day safari (approximately 13 hours) while other days might be broken into morning and afternoon drives. Paul and his team will try to make good calls when it comes to sightings and will always aim to be in the best position for viewing. They will be trying their hardest to ensure that photographic opportunities are frequent, but they will not be dashing around ticking off species like mainstream safari companies. Early starts are the order of the day, and we normally find shade for lunch in a beautiful spot and to relax. Unless, that is, we come across a migration crossing or hunting cheetah. These drives are not endurance tests but a full day out on the plains can be quite tiring. They also involve patience, as a hungry cheetah will often wait many hours before making their move. Mealtimes are a delight under the stars or in the mess tent if there is bad weather. It is the game and scenery that make this area so incredible. Camp can often have a lion pride nearby, and their call accompanied by a hyena cackle is an occasional night-time companion. The property is very relaxing for those hours in the middle of the day between game drives and the haute cuisine and hot showers are a big bonus. These luxurious trappings sometimes belie the fact that the camp is right in the heart of the most prolific savannah on Earth. Premium accommodation: Kicheche Tented Camp
Day 7 Morning game drive; afternoon flight to Nairobi; depart Nairobi
This morning, we enjoy a final game drive in the wilderness followed by brunch back at camp, before packing up and taking a late afternoon flight back to Nairobi where the trip ends. Please speak to your sales representative regarding the timings of internal flights. They can book additional post-tour accommodation in Nairobi if required.
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Meet and greet with airport transfer to your hotel in Nairobi.
Depending on what time you arrive, we will schedule some activities for you to engage in during the day.
Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Nairobi to Samburu
After breakfast, you will depart for the journey to Samburu the home to Sarova Shaba Game Lodge. Here, you will pass through various towns in the area and experience the climate change from the Highlands to the Low Lands.
Arrival at the Lodge in time for lunch. Freshen up and enjoy the hotel facilities as you wait to take an evening game drive to enjoy the wildlife and birdlife at Shaba.
Return to the hotel for sundowners, followed by dinner. Overnight stay at the Lodge.
Day 3: Samburu
Full day in Samburu with morning and afternoon game drives. You may see Elephants, Cheetah, Leopard, Eland, Oryx, Impala, Dikdik, Waterbuck and a variety of birds. This lava plain includes a varied landscape of red dirt, thorn scrub, broken volcanic rock, dried riverbeds, steep hills and rocky outcroppings.
Following the river’s curves, a forest of Doum Palms, Acacia and tamarind is a magical contrast of cool green. Other areas of the Reserve include the Ewaso Nyiro River where crocodiles sun bath themselves on the banks. It also provides an oasis for a variety of game.
Birds are abundant, with 365 species recorded, one for every day of the year. In between the game drives, there is an opportunity to visit a Samburu village at an additional cost.
Day 4: Samburu to Ol Pejeta
After breakfast, departure from Samburu as we head to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This is a private conservancy that has been dedicated to the preservation of rhinos among other game. There is also the Chimpanzee Sanctuary in the area.
Arrival in time for lunch. Relaxation afterwards. Depart for an evening game drive at 4pm to enjoy the game as the sun sets over the horizon.
Return back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: Ol Pejeta to The Ark
We will depart after breakfast to head to Aberdare National Park. Arrive at the Lodge in-time for lunch and then check into the hotel.
You will then have an afternoon game drive at the park, where you will get to visit the Chania Falls and also the moorland inside the park. Sightings of game and birdlife.
Later be transferred to the lodge in time for dinner and where you will observe the elephants from the view point of the lodge. Overnight stay at the park.
Day 6: The Ark to Sleeping Warrior
We will then depart for the shores of Lake Elementaita where you will be staying at Sleeping Warrior Lodge, a beautiful small lodge with breathtaking views of the area with the lake at the bottom. Refresh and enjoy lunch at the restaurant.
You have the option of indulging in the lodges’ activities at the area before a sundowner in the evening.
Dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7: Sleeping Warrior
Your chance to experience the stunning variety and beauty of the conservancy’s birdlife, which features 450 species. This walk includes the services of a professional safari guide and provision of accurate bird list naturalist after which you will get to enjoy bush breakfast.
Later on return back to the lodge for a day of relaxation.
Dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 8: Sleeping Warrior to Maasai Mara
After breakfast, we commence with our journey to the Maasai Mara. Masaai Mara is one of the world’s top safari destinations, known for its abundance of big cats – cheetahs, leopards, and lions – as well as the two million wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelles, and zebra that migrate annually across the vast grasslands in search of water. Set off on safari with our driver/guide and keep your eyes and ears peeled for movement and memories. Watch elephants and giraffe grazing, photograph zebras and wildebeest, and with a little luck, you'll even spot animals feasting on a recent kill.
Arrive at the lodge, check in and freshen up before joining the welcome sundowner.
Later, enjoy dinner at the restaurant and an overnight stay.
Day 9: Maasai Mara
On this day, after a hearty breakfast, depart for a game drive to enjoy the variety of game present in the reserve. Enjoy the numerous game and birdlife present.
Return to the camp/ lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy the day at leisure where you can decide to indulge in a spa session (cost not inclusive) or the various activities at the hotel. Visit a Maasai Village and learn about the local culture and customs.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay. (Enjoy either a Balloon Safari or a bush walk on this day - Not Included)
Day 10: Maasai Mara to Nairobi – Departure
On this final day, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight to Nairobi and depending on your departure time, we may indulge you in Karen Blixen Museum Tour, National Museum Tour, Bomas of Kenya Cultural Tour.
Transfer back to the airport for your onward flight back home.
We are delighted to have hosted you.
