8 days bare bush experience
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8 Days Bare Bush Experience

Nairobi, Laikipia, Maasai Mara, Diani

8 Days Bare Bush Experience

Rediscover the spirit of adventure as you explore the magnificent Laikipia Plateau on foot, following in the footsteps of explorers of old and camping beneath open skies. Learn the finer details of the bush and experience the traditional lore of your local Samburu guide. Follow the tracks of kudu or zebra and listen to the ancient songs of the Samburu as they water their livestock. Swim in the cool waters of Africa’s rivers and spend warm nights beneath unbelievably starry skies. Climb to the top of rocky outcrops to admire vast views of endless open spaces and feel your sense reawaken as your nostrils fill with the scent of Africa’s dust. Gain a feel for the land and the wildlife of Kenya before ending your adventure among the spectacular wildlife of the famous Masai Mara

Detailed Itinerary

Day: 1 | Arrival, transfer Hemingways Nairobi

On your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be warmly met by our representative who will transfer you into the vibrant Nairobi. Spend the night at the luxurious Hemingways Nairobi where you and your family will get be treated to the services of a discreet, highly trained butler whose role is to ensure a hassle-free stay.

The beautiful Hemingways Nairobi is situated a mere 40 minutes from Nairobi’s international airport, where it is spread across flourishing grounds in the exclusive suburb of Karen. This elegant boutique hotel is enchanting in its decor and flooded with natural light. Its well-appointed, ensuite rooms each have a private balcony overlooking the iconic silhouette of the Ngong Hills.

Tuck into delicious European-inspired fare at the Brasserie and enjoy refreshing beverages at the convivial bar. Guests seeking to unwind can make use of the first-class spa facilities or simply enjoy the sense of blissful seclusion, luxury on the edge of wilderness.

Days: 2-4 | Transfer Wilson, Fly Laikipia

You will transfer to the Wilson Airport for your schedule flight to Laikipia Plateau. On arrival you will be met and assisted to check in at the luxurious Loisaba Tented Camp - Loisaba Tented Camp is a luxury camp offering abundant wildlife and sweeping views. Perched on the edge of an escarpment, Loisaba Tented Camp is designed to take advantage of unhindered views across the Laikipia Plateau’s breath-taking landscape, all the way to the peaks of Mount Kenya. The theme of the camp is one of African elegance and style, enhanced by an expansive panorama, which can be enjoyed from the large open dining area, the relaxing sitting area and bar, the tranquil wooden deck, and one of Africa’s most picturesque infinity pools.

These two days will be completely private and tailored around the photos that you want to take. Laikipia is a private conservancy, so you can drive off the trails. There will be nobody else in the vehicle, which means that you can spend as much time at specific scenes and capture wildlife from a complete variety of angles. Naturally, the game drives will maximize the best light at the beginning and end of the day. This is also when animals are most active. This is a fabulous destination for capturing photos of rhinos. Back and white rhinos live here in large numbers, and hopefully, you will be able to capture a shot of the two side by side. Big cat sightings are common with lions, leopards, and cheetahs being regularly spotted. Overall, these two days can revolve around any animals that you wish to photograph.

Days: 5-7 | Fly Maasai Mara Game Reserve

After breakfast, you will be driven to the local airstrip for your scheduled flight to Masai Mara. On arrival, you will be met by our representative from &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp and transferred to the lodge.

Explore the wilderness on foot and get a different perspective on every aspect of the African river, from its smallest insects and plants to the immense river creatures named after the trail.

Set off from your lodge in the company of experienced Maasai naturalists, who can predict the behavior of any wildlife you meet, interpret every birdcall, and introduce you to the natural uses of various plants. The trail dissects a variety of landscapes, from plains to riverine forests, open grasslands, and scrubby bush. The hike takes from one to three hours.
Game drives in the Masai Mara are unforgettable due to the abundance of wildlife and the spectacular landscapes. With gently rolling hills and vast open plains, this is the quintessential African safari experience.

Travelers can expect to encounter many animals year-round, including big herds of elephants, buffalo, and other plains game. They are also likely to see predator interaction.

Day: 8 | Fly Wilson, Departure

5am coffee, early morning game drive. Breakfast. You will thereafter be transferred to the airstrip for your maiden flight to Wilson airport Nairobi. Marking the end of another memorable tour. Lunch will be on own arrangements, therafter transfer to JKIA for your onward flight.

Tour Inclusions and Exclusions

A number of trips may have deviations from the standard handling and as thus we shall always advise on all our custom safaris if any special handling requirements may be required in place and what those special handling requirements entail. Otherwise most itineraries will include the following and also take not what may not be included in your standard safari package.

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Includes

  • Meet & Greet Services
  • Enough water in your safari itinerary
  • Emergency Evacuation services
  • All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner as per itinerary
  • Accommodation as specified in itinerary
  • National Parks and conservation entry fees
  • All specified transfers
  • Road and/or scheduled transport/transfer options
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Excludes

  • Champagne, luxury spirits and select wines
  • Optional activities, spa treatments and all other extras to be settled direct
  • Visa fees
  • Tips and any Gratuities
  • International Flights


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