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Wildlife Odyssey: African Safari in Kenya

Masai Mara Game Reserve ● Amboseli National Park ● Mount Kilimanjaro ● Lake Naivasha ● Crescent Island Game Sanctuary ● Nairobi
  19 - 25 July, 2024
  7 days/ 6 Nights
  Rs. 2,36,000

Highlights

"Besides a real sense of comradery in a deep jungle camp and the chance to explore breathtaking wildlife across East Africa's premier national parks and savannahs, you will never forget watching 'Great Migration' of 1.5 million wildebeest accompanied by 200,000 zebras, face-to-face"

The Wildebeest Migration, is one of the 'Seven New Wonders of the World' and also known as The World Cup of Wildlife. The yearly cycle begins when a half million calves are born between January and March in southern part of Kenya. Once the rains end in May the land dries fast, then the grazing animals head north for their dry season refuge in the Masai Mara. Heralded as one of the Earth’s most remarkable natural spectacles, this perpetual procession of 1.5 million wildebeest, zebras and antelopes, escorted by prowling assortment of big cats - Lion and Chhittah, is nearly impossible to describe. It is incredible, it is magical, and it is a must!

Catch the spectacular show of great migration in Kenya where dramatic scenes are combined with serene panoramas and unbeatable safari moments with 50+ Voyagers Travel and Adventure Club, on a African Safari tour exclusively designed for 50+ aged and Senior Citizens.

  • Witness the infamous river crossings of hundreds of thousands of wildebeest, gazelle, eland, zebra - lions, cheetahs, crocodile waiting for prey.
  • Watch spectacular array of animals Giraffe, Zebra, Elephant,Buffalo, Wildebeest, Rhino during morning and afternoon game drives in world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.
  • Watch herds of giant African Tuskers standing in front of Kilimanjaro.
  • Spot black and white rhinos with flamingo in the savannahs of Lake Naivasha.
  • Discover the unique culture and custom of one of the famous african tribes - Masai tribes as you embark on a walking trail to their village
  • Stay in comfortable and authentic camps deep inside jungle and bond with your cotravellers.

Detail Itinerary

  • Welcome to Nairobi

    Board early morning flight from Mumbai and arrive in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport of Nairobi by the noon time there. The capital of Kenya, is a sprawling metropolis where the skyline hovers over the city like giraffes along the savannah, while actual giraffes parade through the waves of grass just outside the city limits. Enjoy your lunch and then proceed to hotel. Spend your time at leisure.

    In the evening, proceed to enjoy sumptuous dinner in a restaurant and then slip into the land of dreams to energize yourself for an adventurous days ahead.


  • Crowned by Towering Kilimanjaro

    Wake up in the City of Nairobi, gateway to explore the famous wild life of Africa. Post breakfast, drive through spectacular scenery of Kenya to Amboseli National Park, synonymous with majestic herds of wild elephants and glorious views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest and world's highest free-standing mountain.

    The magical land - Amboseli national park lies in the North West direction of Mount Kilimanjaro, on the border of Kenya and Tanzania and covers an area of 392 square kilometres which is dominated by acacia woodland, rocky thorny bush, swamps marshland and a Pleistocene lake. By noon hour arrive at the jungle lodge and enjoy your lunch admiring Mt. Kilimanjaro.

    Post lunch, proceed to an afternoon game drive safari in Amboseli which is inhabited by Large herds of elephants, buffaloes, lions, and cheetahs along with impalas, zebras, giraffes and the more reclusive leopards. Return back to the lodge, relax and settle into the rhythm of this extraordinary landscape.


  • Home of the African Elephant

    On this day rise up early and head out for an early morning game drive, which is always very rewarding as you get to encounter a variety of birds and wildlife most especially predators like lions, leopards who are most active during the morning hour. You may encounter elephants walking beneath the towering dome of Mt. Kilimanjaro. After a surreal safari experience drive back to the jungle lodge for some rest, enjoy resort facilities and lunch.

    Proceed to an afternoon game drive to continue with your introduction to the African wildlife. The forested slopes and open moorland of the Kilimanjaro Mountains provides a habitat for elephants, black rhinos, leopards, spotted hyenas, olive baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, buffalos, warthogs and bushbucks. Spend an amazing afternoon watching a cast of buffalo, rhino, gazelle and elephant that wanders by.

    Join the lodge for dinner at the restaurant overlooking the Kilimanjaro. You can look forward to a fresh and organic meal, sourced locally from the neighboring villages.


  • Pursuit of Wild Life

    Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the park before joining the lodge for a breakfast buffet. Afterwards begin a spectacular journey through the Great Rift Valley towards Lake Naivasha National Park.

    Upon reaching lake Naivasha and post lunch, in the afternoon, you will set off to explore the Lake Naivasha national park, one of large fresh water lakes in Kenya and famous for hippos and birds like flamingos in abundance. Embark on a boat safari to the lake which is a birder’s paradise as it is home to over 400 bird species and 1500 hippos. We shall go to the Crescent Island Game Sanctuary walking tour, where Giraffes, zebras, impalas, and waterbucks can be sighted in the immediate vicinity of Lake Naivasha.

    Return to the Lodge for a fresh and local dinner in the dining area before drifting to sleep as a breeze from the lake blows through your cottage room.


  • The Sensational Masai Mara

    After breakfast, you will begin your journey towards the famed plains of the Masai Mara. It is perhaps the only region left in Kenya where the visitor can see animals in the same super-abundance as they existed a century ago. Passing through the park gates will signal the beginning of your first safari as you begin to move through herds of gazelle, zebra, and giraffe on route.

    Check in to Masai Mara leisure camp and enjoy your lunch. Later in the afternoon, proceed on a safari game drive through endless grass plains that stretch into the horizon, more than two million mammals graze on this land during the great wildebeest migration. We won't be the only one closely inspecting the herds. Trailing their movements is an abundant collection of predators. The big cats may be found in many parks across East Africa, but nowhere can rival the Masai Mara for its sheer concentration of these imperial predators. Return back to the camp and after dinner, gather round the fire with other travellers to swap stories of the day’s adventures before sleepily returning to your cabin.


  • The Shining Golden Plains

    When asked to imagine an African safari, you’ll probably picture the plains of the Masai Mara without even realizing it. Flat-topped acacia trees dot vast, rolling grasslands covered with thousands of grazing animals - giraffe, buffalo and elephants. Lions doze in the shade, while zebras nibble at the tall grass just meters away. Today is the day for one of the great African safari.

    This morning you will rise early in order to catch the bush while it is most active. After coffee, tea and a quick breakfast, you will embark on a full day safari with innumerable wildlife encounters. Today you also have an opportunity to go on a spectacular (Optional) balloon ride across the Masai Mara. The balloon safari adventure begins in the pre-dawn hours. The magnificent view of the park is thrilling. Towards the end of the safari, you rise to a height of 1500 feet for a panoramic view of the twisting Mara River and the savannah below.


  • Fond Farewells to Kenya

    After breakfast, we'll leave the Masai Mara behind and drive to Nairobi, Kenya's colorful capital city. Upon reaching spend some time shopping at local arts and crafts market. By evening proceed to Airport for return flight back to India.

Tour Schedule

19 - 25 July, 2024
7 Days/ 6 Nights

Tour Cost

Rs. 2,36,000

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What is included

What is excluded

  • Roundtrip Flight Tickets from origin city to Nairobi - Kenya. We shall suggest you flight. Do not book flight without confirming with 50+ Voyagers.
  • Tax Collected At Source on Foreign Tours (TCS) as applicable as per guidance from Govt. of India.
  • Additional cost of International Travel Insurance for age above 70 years. Any difference to be payable on actual by traveller.
  • Cost of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
  • If traveler is not an Indian passport holder or travelling from outside India - Visa fee, Travel insurance fee and supplement for sightseeing tickets if needed.
  • Sightseeing and attraction tickets not mentioned in inclusions. Any form of hot-air Balloon ride, Boat rides, Golf, Spa, any adventure activities which are not part of group tour plan.
  • Any upgrade of room category. Additional hours/days/nights of stay required outside the check-in ( 2:00PM ) on tour start date and Check-out (11:00 AM) on tour end date, as per standard followed by hotels.
  • Expense of personal nature like Porterage, tipping, laundry, telephone, beverages, room service charge, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, meals not part of group buffet menu, flight seat booking/web check in fee etc.
  • Any expenses caused due to personal illness, hospitalization or accident which is not covered by Travel Insurance.
  • Any increase in taxes in International flight, visa Fee and Kenya Service Tax which might be effective after 1 May, 2023
  • Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as road blocks, landslide, accidents & any emergency evacuations.
  • Any expenses due to penalty/change/cancellation fee on flight/train tickets due to flight/train disruption/ delay/ cancellation in any sector domestic/ International.

How to make booking

  • 1

    You can either click on 'Book Now' button on this page or call us (+91) 8095767595 or email us info@50plusvoyagers.com to request booking.

  • 2

    Send us a clear, scanned copy of your Passport with validity of at least 6 months from the day of return from the tour. You must carry the same with you during tour. Passport copy must be taken from scanning machine and with all 4 corners clearly visible. Also Send us a clear, scanned copy of your Pan card.

  • 3

    Pay Rs. 80,000 as 'tour booking fee' by on-line transfer or cheque or cash to the current bank account of 50+ Voyagers Travel and Adventure Club Pvt. Ltd.

  • 4

    Pay balance amount 60 days before tour departure date.

  • 5

    If you want us to make flight booking, appx amount of same to be paid at time of booking. Remaining to be adjusted with balance payment.


Do You Need A Visa

Yes. Kenya tourist visa for Indian Passport Holder is applied online. e-Visa will be valid for a stay of 90 days. Once e-visa is approved you will carry a printed copy of it along with your original passport to clear immigration at Nairobi airport.

Documents Required for Visa

  • 1

    Passport valid at least six months from the date of return.

  • 2

    Clear, Signed photocopy of the first 2 pages and last 2 pages of your passport.

  • 3

    2 latest ( taken within last 6 months) colored photograph with plain white or off-white background. Size of photo should be 2 x 2 inch length and it should be absolutely clear.

  • 4

    Self attested copy of PAN Card to buy Foreign Exchange for International Travel, as mandated by Liberalized Remittance Scheme of RBI

  • 5

    Completed LRS Application-cum-Declaration Form to buy Foreign Exchange, as mandated by Liberalized Remittance Scheme of RBI. Form will be provided by 50+ Voyagers


Yellow Fever Vaccination

It has been advised by the Bureau of Immigration, Govt of India, to take the Yellow Fever vaccination in the event of traveling to Kenya ( Africa). It is strongly recommended that all travellers be vaccinated for yellow fever if travelling to or from a yellow fever risk country. Yellow fever is preventable. The vaccine is safe and almost 100 percent effective. we shall provide you necessary guidance to get yellow fever vaccination from WHO approved medical clinics in all major cities in India.

What do our members say

  • Venkat Athreya ,Bangalore I visited Wild Life Safari Kenya along with 50+ Voyagers. It was very well arranged with stay in very good hotels. The tour manager was full of life. Made lovely friends from different parts of country and abroad. I recommend and wish to travel again with the group.
  • Raji P, Mumbai Had a wonderful experience from my recent trip to Kenya with 50+ Voyagers. Very well organised. Tour manager is quite cooperative and Masai Mara was my best experience.
  • Roopa Dhawan , London Bhutan - A dream come true! 6 days of sheer exhilarating excitement. And at 60 it made you feel rejuvenated and recharged. You pushed to limits you thought long gone and discovered latent potential and strength of body and mind. To boost us were motivating people like Sangita, Umiesh and Tej. Thanks for a well organized trip. The hotels were in strategic places where we soaked in the fresh mountain air and had panoramic views of God's creation. Lovely food and comfortable rooms. The Land of The Thunder Dragon is etched deep in my heart and will be a story to tell over and over again.
  • Ballakur Rao Delhi The Imperial Vietnam and Cambodia tour I took with 50+ voyages was my first solo travel. Our fantastic travel manager and the wonderful group of travellers soon put me at ease. The itinerary was nicely paced for our age group and I had a great time.Food was very good. Overall, I throughly enjoyed my trip and am already planning my next one. I highly recommend 50+ Voyagers for their professionalism and thoughtfulness.
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