Tuesday, December 2nd
We begin our Africa journey with an overnight flight from New York City to London. During our evening flight, dinner will be served on-board the plane. D
Wednesday, December 3rd
This morning before we arrive, a breakfast snack will be served on-board the plane. We will arrive in London, change planes and continue our journey to the continent of AFRICA. We will fly to NAIROBI in Kenya, to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and met by our tour guide and coach driver. We will collect our luggage and transfer to Nairobi Safari Club Hotel, where we will be assisted with check-in formalities. Tonight we will all enjoy a delicious “welcome dinner” at our hotel, hosted by Jim West and Kaye England. B, D
Thursday, December 4th
This morning, following breakfast, we will depart from the hotel and drive to the famous Mount Kenya region, on our way to the popular Mt. Kenya Safari Club Hotel. The Mt. Kenya Safari Club is situated along the Equator line in a glory of luxurious cottages and elegant buildings set amid manicured lawns and decorative ponds. It is built in the heart of big game sanctuary and is renowned for it’s setting the magnificent views across the beautifully manicured lawn. It was found in 1959 by the late film star William Holden, and the club has over the years attracted many well-known members.
We will check-into the hotel and settle in before enjoying lunch at the hotel. Following lunch, we will board our motor coach and visit the Nanyuki Spinners and Weavers complex, to see the spinners at work. The Nanyuki Spinners & Weavers is a women's self help project registered under the ministry of Culture and Social Services started under the umbrella of the Presbyterian Church of East Africa on July 4th, 1977. Basically it was started with the main aim of training poor, widowed and single women living in the surrounding villages of Nanyuki in the craft of Spinning, Knitting and Weaving with the main objective of making them self reliant. Nanyuki was targeted because it is one of the major wool producing areas in Kenya with its weather being favorable for sheep rearing and raising. It was agreed from the beginning that half of the proceeds acquired would go directly to the women under the project and the other half would be retained at the center.
We will return back to our hotel later in the day, where we will enjoy a relaxing dinner together. Following dinner, Kaye will introduce us to “her” Africa by explaining some of the African fabric and designs she used in her book. Please note: Smart casual dress is required for dinner. B, L, D
Friday, December 5th
This morning, following breakfast, we will check out of our hotel and drive north to Samburu National Reserve. Our drive will take us through countryside villages, until we arrive at the Samburu Sopa Lodge. We will check into our hotel and enjoy a relaxing lunch together. Following lunch, the first of our game viewing drives begins. It’s time to see the animals!
Samburu, Buffalo Springs and Shaba National Reserves are three of the best animal game reserves in the entire region. Lying 225 miles from Nairobi, they are adjacent to each other, in effect forming an incredibly large area that makes up a total of 633 square miles.
During our game drive it is possible we may see wildlife species rarely found anywhere in the entire continent of Africa, including Grevys’ Zebra, the long-necked Gerenuk and the Reticulated Giraffe. As the area is so arid, the game is concentrated around the Ewaso Nyiro River which runs through the park, making game viewing particularly good. We will return back to our hotel later in the morning and enjoy lunch and dinner back at our hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. B, L, D
Saturday, December 6th
Today, following breakfast, we will have an opportunity for a morning game drive. Be sure you have your camera ready to capture the colors, textures and design of the plains. All the ingredients to create a unique quilt! Following lunch, Kaye will provide a hands-on quilt project for us to work on. Later, we’ll venture out again in our safari vehicles and enjoy a late afternoon game drive. We’ll all enjoy a delicious dinner and recap our exciting day. B, L, D
Sunday, December 7th
This morning, following a restful sleep and hearty breakfast, we will pack our bags and drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park arriving in time for lunch at our next stop, the Lake Nakuru Lodge. Following lunch, we will climb aboard our safari vehicles for an incredible game viewing drive in the park.
Lake Nakuru is famous for its extreme numbers of flamingos, so abundant in some months that they seem to form a pink band along the lake shores. The park also offers a wide variety of other wildlife including giraffe, buffalo, waterbuck, lion, rhino and many other species. Be sure you don’t forget your cameras and video recorders! We will return back to our hotel for dinner and relaxing. B, L, D
Monday, December 8th
This morning, right after breakfast, we’re on the road again, as we cross the floor of the Great Rift Valley to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. We will arrive at our next hotel, the Mara Sopa Lodge, where we will stay for the next couple nights. Once we check in and get settled, there will be time for lunch. This afternoon we will all participate in a game viewing drive in this natural paradise before retuning to the lodge for dinner.
Masai Mara Game Reserve is widely considered to be Africa's greatest reserve where the Masai community co-exists in harmony with the wildlife. This unique co-existence of man and wildlife makes this Masai land one of the worlds most unique wilderness regions. The Mara is home to a breathtaking array of life. The vast grassland plains are scattered with herds of Zebra, Giraffe, Gazelle, and Topi. The Acacia forests abound with Bird life and Monkeys. Elephants and Buffalo wallow in the wide Musiara Swamp. The Mara and Talek rivers brim with Hippos and Crocodiles. It’s animal overload, and we’ll see it all! B, L, D
Tuesday, December 9th
This morning we will offer a very special Hot Air Balloon Safari over the plains of the Masai Mara. This is an “optional” tour, and although you will have to spend a little extra money, it could very likely rank as one of the greatest experiences of your life. This excursion offers unparalleled panoramic views of the awe-inspiring landscape. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience not to be missed! In the afternoon, there will be time for relaxing before we all participate in our final game viewing drive. B, L, D
Wednesday, December 10th
This morning, following breakfast, we will say goodbye to the Masai Mara, and drive back to Nairobi. Our lunch will be at the famous Carnivore Restaurant, renowned for its variety of delicious exotic meats, as well as other dishes. The afternoon is free to enjoy at your leisure. Tonight, we will stay at the Nairobi Safari Club Hotel, where we will enjoy a relaxing evening. B, L, D
Thursday, December 11th
Today is our final day in Africa. Our morning will begin with a Panoramic City tour of NAIROBI. This tour covers the modern city center, the colorful city market, Parliament buildings, the Railway Museum and the National Museum; displaying flora and fauna of Kenya, early man, artifacts from pre-historic sites, tribal regalia, and a visit to the adjacent snake park, for those who are interested.
Following this tour, we will visit the renowned. Karen Blixen Museum, where there is an opportunity for you to first, enjoy a delicious lunch at the Karen Blixen coffee shop. After lunch, you will be taken on a tour of the Giraffe Center where we will be able to feed semi-habituated, Daisy the famous Rothschild’s giraffe from a raised wooden platform. We will also visit the Karen Blixen Museum, home of famous novelist Karen von Blixen. The house contains many of her original pieces along with some pieces donated by the makers of the film “Out of Africa.”
Later on the day you will drive back to the Nairobi Safari Club Hotel, where day rooms have been reserved for us until our flight home from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. B
Call SEW MANY PLACES today!
(877) 887-1188
Itinerary and pricing are subject to change. Some restrictions apply. Space is limited to 40 participants and on a first-come first-served basis. Terms and Conditions apply once the first deposit is received.
|
