The Elephant Trails

Your tour includes:

Arrival and departure transfer from and to Nairobi
7 nights accommodation:
- Nairobi – 1 night
- Amboseli – 2 nights
- Taita Hills– 1 nights
- Diani Beach (Mombasa) – 3 night
Meals
- Breakfast daily
- 3 lunches
- 3 dinners
Two afternoon game drives in Amboseli National Park
Early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park
Afternoon game drive in Taita Hills Game Reserve
Indian Ocean relaxation at Southern Palms Resort
English speaking assistance and guidance (optional Spanish)
Certified drivers/guides
Transportation in custom-built mini buses
24-hour HF and VHF radio connectivity while in safari

Price does not include:

International or domestic airfares
Any taxes relates to airfares or airports
Park fees of $165 to be paid before departure
Meals not mentioned under inclusions
Tips to guides or drivers
Expenses of a personal nature
Any item not mentioned as “Included”

Hotels in your Tour:

Nairobi	Savora Panafric	Tripadvisor: 4
Ideally located 11miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, amidst beautifully landscaped gardens in a quiet suburb of Nairobi, the Sarova Panafric was once the watering hole for freedom fighters, spies and foreign correspondents. It offers 162 rooms, all recently refurbished and decorated in a contemporary vibrant African style. The Flame Tree restaurant is named after the Flame Tree that holds pride of place in the gardens and offers leisurely meals.
Nairobi	Savora Stanley Hotel	Tripadvisor: 4
Sarova Stanley's heritage character is preserved whilst offering modern hotel services and amenities to create Nairobi's most special city hotel experience. The hotel is also a member of the Preferred Hotel Group under the category, Summit Hotels & Resorts. If you crave to enjoy the luxurious amenities provided by the 5 star hotels in Kenya or taste world-class cuisines, then selecting this hotel lets you achieve it.
Amboseli National Park	Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge	Tripadvisor: 4.5
Set against the magnificent backdrop of Africa's highest mountain, the glittering Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge enjoys a uniquely privileged position at the heart of this world famous national park. Secluded within a grove of acacia trees, it is built around a crystal stream fed by the melt-waters of Mount Kilimanjaro. There is a central swimming pool and sundeck and attractions include game drives, guided nature walks and Maasai cultural displays.
Taita Hills Game Reserve	Sarova Taita Hills Game Lodge	Tripadvisor: 4.5
Styled to resemble a German fort, the 62-room Sarova Taita Hills Game Lodge lies in the heart of the Taita Hills Wildlife Reserve, and is set in extensive grounds with a swimming pool, sundeck, game-viewing waterhole (with photo hide), guided nature trails, educational talks and authentic Taita cultural entertainment nightly.
Mombasa (Diani Beach)	Southern Palms Beach Resort	Tripadvisor: 4
Standing in prime position on stunning Diani Beach, which has been voted one of the most beautiful in the world, this 4-star beach resort is surrounded by 10 acres of tropical gardens and coconut palms. There are 300 rooms, 2 free-form swimming pools, tennis, squash, free water sports, gym and mini-golf, a turtle protection program and live entertainment nightly.

This 7-day safari contrasts the haunting beauty of world-famous Amboseli National Park, where vast herds of elephants wade amid brilliant green swamps, and a rich array of wildlife are showcased against the Hollywood backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, with the exclusive game-rich realm of the Taita Hills Game Reserve. Thereafter, relax into three nights of sun, silver sand and Indian Ocean paradise at the sumptuous 4-star Southern Palms Beach Resort, which stands on Kenya’s renowned Diani Beach.

Day 1 – Thu: Nairobi

Upon arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and driven to your hotel in Nairobi. The rest of the day is free to rest and relax.

Day 2 - Fri: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park

After breakfast at the hotel you will be met by our representative and driven to the Amboseli National Park in time for lunch at the Amboseli Serena, which is uniquely situated at the center of the park. In the afternoon enjoy your first game drive on the elephant trail. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. [B/L/D]

Day 3 – Sat: Amboseli National Park (On the elephant trail)

Early morning game drive through Kenya’s most famous park, which is towered over by the magnificent bulk of 5,896m high Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. Comparatively compact it is dotted with emerald green swamps in which great herds of elephants can be seen half submerged amongst the papyrus grasses. You will return for breakfast and the rest of the morning will be at leisure to relax around the pool. After lunch visit Observation Hill on your afternoon game drive, which offers stunning photographic opportunities, and arrive back at the lodge in time for dinner. [B/L/D]

Day 4 – Sun: Amboseli National Park, Taita Hills Game Reserve

After an early breakfast drive into the neighboring Taita Hills Game Reserve, an unusually verdant private sanctuary which serves as an elephant migratory corridor linking Amboseli, Tsavo East and West national parks. Renowned for the intimacy of its elephant viewing and its magnificent prides of lions, the reserve offers 50 mammal and 300 bird species. It also promises uniquely privileged waterhole game viewing immediately adjacent to the Sarova Taita Hills Game Lodge, which is built to resemble a fort and boasts a fascinating First World War and Hollywood film history. Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive. Return for dinner and overnight at the lodge. [B/L/D]

Day 5 – Mon: Taita Hills, Diani Beach (Indian Ocean)

After an early breakfast drive down to Kenya’s glorious Indian Ocean coastline arriving at around midday. Relax into four days at the 4-star Southern Palms Beach Resort, which stands on the silver sweep of one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, Diani Beach. [B]

Days 6/7 – Tue/Wed: Diani Beach Paradise

Spend your time enjoying this superb resort, which features a unique blend of traditional Swahili and Arabic architecture and is set in 10 acres of tropical gardens looking out over silver sands and blue lagoons to the coral gardens of the Kenyan barrier reef. Enjoy the two magnificent free-form swimming pools, a superb range of watersports, an interactive health center, and a dazzling array of dining and entertainment options. Breakfast and dinner at the resort. [B]

Day 8 – Thu: Diani Beach, Nairobi, USA

After breakfast drive (or take our offered flight option) back to Nairobi. [B]

[B] = Breakfast | [B/L/D] = Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Tour Prices:

Season	Double	Single	Triple
The Sarova Panafric Hotel - Option 1
Apr03-Apr30	$1,759	$2,165	$1,019
May01-Jun15	$1,635	$1,785	$945
Jun16-Jun30	$1,635	$1,799	$945
Jul01-Aug31	$2,039	$2,775	$1,149
Sep01-Oct31	$1,989	$2,235	$1,125
Nov01-Dec15	$1,849	$2,015	$1,065
Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel - Option 2
Apr03-Apr30	$1,659	$1,969	$1,075
May01-Jun30	$1,525	$1,595	$1,005
Jul01-Aug31	$1,925	$2,569	$1,205
Sep01-Oct31	$1,875	$2,495	$1,179
Nov01-Dec15	$1,749	$2,269	$1,115

Option:

Flight Mombasa/Nairobi – $200.00 per person subject to change without prior notice.

This cost may be lower if calculated in conjunction with the international airfare.

Consult your Travel Agent or Holidays with Downtown for advice.

Tour Code: KY04NBO18LA

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Purpose:	Safari, Wildlife, Ecology, Adventure, Resort Relaxation
No. of days:	8 days - 7 nights
First & Last Cities:	Nairobi, Mombasa
Other cities:	Amboseli National Park, Taita Hills Game Reserve, Diani Beach (Indian Ocean)
Starting cost:	$1,525