Welcome to Nairobi, Kenya’s Bustling Capital
Once you arrive at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you’ll be warmly received by HTT Operations Manager who will give you a short brief of your safari. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to Villa Rosa Kempinski Hotel located in the heart of Nairobi’s commercial, retail and entertainment suburb about 20 kilometers from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Depending on when you arrive, you may have time to explore the city and its attractions. Overnight Stay: Villa Rosa Kempinski
2Panoramic Views of Mount Kilimanjaroat Amboseli 0500hrs:Enjoy an early morning breakfast at Villa Rosa Kempinski to get you started on your safari experience to themajestic Amboseli National Park. 0530hrs: Check out.Afterwards, you’ll be transferred to our domestic airport, Wilson Airport, for your flight to the Amboseli National Park. 0730hrs:Depart from Wilson Airport to Amboseli. The flight takes about 40 mins. (15 Kgs baggage allowance per person allowed).
The short flight to Amboseli is mesmerizing. We’ll fly over the Athi plains, catching a glimpse of the sweeping vistas of the spell binding scenic hills and as we approach, be welcomed by the snowy peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. 0805hrs:Arrive at Amboseli Airstrip where you’ll be met by the camp’s representative and be transferred towards your lodge. Enjoy enroute shared game drive as you head over to your lodge at Tortilis. 0930hrs: You’ll arrive at Tortilis Camp for check in and to freshen up. 1200hrs: Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at the camp.
Spend your afternoon at your own leisure. 1600hrs:Venture out on an exciting evening game drive on a shared basis. You’ll enjoy a mesmerizing game drive and explore the flora and fauna of the park. Evening is an ideal time to go on game drives as there is less heat and the wildlife are slowly coming out of their hideoutsonto the open plains. 1830hrs: Return to the Camp for dinner and overnight stay.
3Explore the Wonders of Amboseli National Park Option 1: 0700hrs:Be wokenup by the sounds of chirping birds. You can opt for an early morning coffee/tea. 0730hrs:You’ll depart for a full day shared game drive with a delicious picnic lunch to enjoy in the middle of the bush. Activities for this day will include game drives, bush picnics, guided bush walks and sundowners. 1830hrs: Return to the camp for dinner and overnight stay. Option 2: 0700hrs: Be woken up by the sounds of chirping birds. You can opt for an early morning coffee/tea. 0730hrs: Depart for a morning game drive in open vehicles where you’ll be able to see a wide variety of wildlife. Early morning game drives are recommended as you’ll easily witness predators seeking out their prey and animals lounging in the warmth of the morning. 0930hrs: Return to the lodge for a sumptuousbreakfast and then spend the rest of the morning relaxing and admiring the picturesque Mount Kilimanjaro.You can also opt for the various activities offered by the camp.Safari is also a holiday and a rest – a break from every day’s frenetic lifestyle. Enjoy the scintillating massages after a long day’s game drive.
You’ll enjoy your lunch and afterwards spend the afternoon at your ownleisure.
Have a dip in the pool and enjoy the cool waters in the heat of the day! Within the lush green gardens, the pool is shaded by palms and acacia Tortilis and a haven for tropical birds. 1600hrs: Evening game drive followed by an exciting sundowner; stop and watch the spectacular African sunset with a drink in hand. Truly epic!!! 1830hrs: Return to the camp for dinner and overnight stay.
4Maasai Mara Game Reserve, 8th Wonder of the World 0630hrs: Wake up to an early buffet breakfastat Tortilis Camp and then check out. 0700hrs: You’ll be driven to the Amboseli Airstrip where you’ll board your flight to Wilson Airport, Nairobi (You will depart for Wilson Airport at appx. 0815hrs time). 0850hrs: Arrive at Wilson Airport, Nairobi and board a connecting flight to Maasai Mara (You will have approximately 45 mins to freshen up i.e. visiting the wash rooms). 1030hrs: Depart Wilson Airport, Nairobi for Maasai Mara Game Reserve. The flight takes approximately 45 minutes. (baggage allowance is 15 kgs per person). 1110hrs: Arrive at Maasai Mara Airstrip where you’ll be warmly received by the lodge’s representative and transferred to Sanctuary Olonana Safari Lodge. You’ll enjoy an enroute game drive. 1230hrs:Arrive at Sanctuary OlonanaSafari Lodge in time for check in. After you have settled, you can then proceed to have a sumptuous lunch.
Spend the afternoon at your own leisure. You can relax in your comfortable room. 1600hrs:Enjoy an evening game drive on shared basis to the expansive Mara plains. 1830hrs: Return to Sanctuary Olonana lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
5Enjoy Captivating 2 Days in the Maasai Mara 0630hrs:Wake up for a refreshing hot cup of coffee or tea. Then depart for a morning game drive to explore the Mara plains and its intriguing wildlife. Alternatively:-
You can opt for a Hot Air Balloon Safari instead of a morning game drive.
This is truly a fun and exciting way to see Africa’s landscapes and wildlife.
The trip is magical: spend about one hour floating over the Mara plains. You float in the sky, drift with the whim of the wind, overlooking the plains, just in time to experience a breathtaking sunrise and catch a bird’s eye view of the reserve.Please Note:
BALLOON SAFARI IS BOOKED AT EXTRA COST.
The cost includes Balloon Safari + Out of Africa Bush Breakfast. A certificate will be presentedbythe pilot after the ride. For a seamless experience, we recommend that you book your Balloon Safari with HTT. 0830hrs: Return to the lodge for a full buffet breakfast and spend the morning at your own leisure. 1230hrs: Enjoy a scintillating buffet lunch at the lodge.
Afternoon spent at leisure.You can relax by the swimming pool or you can visit a traditional Maasai Village where you’ll get insight into the vibrant and traditional way of life of the Maasai. 1600hrs: Depart for an evening game drive. 1830hrs: Return to the Lodge for dinner and then overnight at Sanctuary Olonana Safari Lodge.
6Enjoy Captivating 2 Days in the Maasai Mara
7from Maasai Mara to Nairobi and Onward 0730hrs: Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the lodge and then check out. 1000hrs: You’ll be driven to the Mara airstrip byOlonana lodge representative for your connecting flight to Nairobi. 1100hrs: Flight departure: Say goodbye to the sights and sounds of the Mara Plainsbelow as you hold on to the memories of the last few days and mentally plan for your return.(15kgs baggage allowance per person allowed). 1300hrs: Flight arrival: You’ll bemet at our domestic airport (Wilson Airport, Nairobi) by our representative, who will drop you off at the Nairobi airport for your flight back home. Please Note: 3 hours prior check-in is required.
