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    Special Rate - Media SafariApril - June

    Fairmont Hotels

    www.bigfiveafrica.com

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    Welcome to Kenya!

    Day 01 2015 (FAIRMONT NORFOLK HOTEL - NAIROBI)

    Upon arrival in Nairobi, proceed through Immigration and Customs. After exiting the

    Customs & immigrations Hall, Please look out for a Big Five Tours & Safaris driver/guide

    holding a Big Five Tours Banner with your name on it. Our Guide will assist you with your

    luggage and youll be transferred to Fairmont NorfolkHotelNairobi.A calm oasis in the

    heart of the city, Since opening its doors in 1904, Fairmont The Norfolk has remained a

    celebrated Kenyan landmarkthe surrounding modern city of Nairobi essentially growing up

    around it. Offering 170 charming, well-appointed guest rooms and suites, as well as a heated

    outdoor pool and private tropical gardens, the hotel provides tranquil and sophisticated

    respite from the bustling downtown district. If business is on the agenda, our beautiful

    facilitiesincluding the Lord Delamere Terrace, the citys most famous meeting placecan

    accommodate up to 90 delegates. Whether guests are seeking the ultimate location for their

    special event or a luxurious starting point for their safari, Fairmont Norfolk will turn every

    moment into a treasured memory. Dinner & overnight at your hotel

    BED & BREAKFAST FAIRMONT NORFOLK HOTEL

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    Day 02 2015 (FAIRMONT MOUNT KENYA SAFARI CLUB)

    After breakfast you will proceed to the fringes of Africas second highest peak, Mount Kenya.Set on the Equator with magnificent views of Mt. Kenya, this luxurious club is theinternationally famed country retreat of the late actor, William Holden. After lunch at thisfamous Club, you will spend the afternoon at leisure doing optional activities. Spreading morethan 100 acres of manicured lawns are magnificent gardens, ornamental ponds, and free-roaming peacocks and other exotic birds, do a little or do a lot here. Optional activitiesinclude horse riding, tennis, golf, putting green, croquet, heated swimming pool, trout fishing,as well as an art gallery, health & beauty parlor, boutique, club shops and the William Holden

    Animal Orphanage. Dinner and overnight at Fairmont Mt. Kenya Safari Club

    FULL BOARD . FAIRMONT MT. KENYA SAFARI CLUB

    Distance: Nairobi Mt Kenya Safari Club. Approx 240 km Approx 03.30 Hrs

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    Day 03 2015 (FAIRMONT MOUNT KENYA SAFARI CLUBDAYTRIP OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY)

    After breakfast you will drive to Ol Pajeta Conservancy for game drive. Ol Pejeta is a non-profit wildlife conservancy in Kenya supporting endangered species, tourism and communityoutreach it is situated within an area considered to be semi-arid. Traditionally areas of thissort, being unsuitable for rain-fed agriculture were used for cattle ranching. Sweetwaters land,the Ol Pejeta Conservancy and its sumptuous ranch were once the private domain of famedmulti-millionaire, Adnan Kashoggi., you will visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a charminghaven established by the Jane Goodall Institute to provide sanctuary to orphaned chimps, andthe specially protected and fenced refuge of black rhino with its stunning forty specimens! Infact Sweetwaters boasts excellent game viewing with the highest ratio of game to area of anypark or reserve in Kenya. Return to Mt. Kenya Safari Club for lunch, dinner and overnight.

    FULL BOARDFAIRMONT MOUNT KENYA SAFARI CLUB

    Distance: Fairmont Mt Kenya Safari Club Ol Pejeta Approx 40Km Approx 01 00 Hr

    Distance: Ol Pejeta Fairmont Mt Kenya Safari Club Approx 40Km Approx 01 00 Hr

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    Day 04 2015 (LAKE ELMENTEITA CAMPL. ELEMENTAITA)

    After breakfast you will depart and descend into the Great Rift Valley to Lake Elementaita

    Serena Camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive in Soysambu Conservancy, a non-profit

    organization, endeavors to preserve Africa's Great Rift Valley ecosystem for the benefit offuture generations. Core goals include preserving wildlife and vegetation alongside wildlife

    tourism for reinvestment in conservation and community development. Todays Soysambu is

    a 48,000 acre Wildlife Conservancy, also a RAMSAR site - a wetland of international

    importance. The alkaline lakes rocky islands are the only East African nesting site for great

    white pelicans, while its algae and plankton provides food for vast flocks of flamingos and a

    multitude of other waterfowl, many of them rare. The Conservancy protects over 450 bird

    species and 15,000 wild animals. Rothschild giraffes have found a safe haven for breeding

    here, while a diverse variety of terrain shelters many species - from herds of giant elands totiny dik-diks and cliff-dwelling klipspringers. Night game-drives offer a unique opportunity to

    spot nocturnal creatures including the curious-looking aardvark and elusive leopard. Walking

    is also allowed, with chances to experience the miracles of the bush close-up. Atmospheric

    bush dinners beneath the stars and spectacular sundowners over this geologically fascinating

    part of the Great Rift Valley are a few more of the camps exciting activities. Dinner and

    overnight at your Camp.

    FULL BOARD SERENA LAKE ELMENTEITA CAMP

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    Fairmont Mt. Kenya S. Club Serena L. Elementaita Approx. 200 km Approx 03.00 Hrs

    Day 05 2015 (FAIRMONT MARA SAFARI CLUBMAASAI MARA)

    After breakfast you will drive to Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Kenyas most precious wildlifesanctuary. Once described as "Kenya's Jewel never to be lost", is in a class of its own. The bestknown wildlife sanctuary in the World Maasai (Masai) Mara National Reserve has acquired ahigh flier status having been named "the seventh wonder of the world". This is big gamecountry and long famed as one of Africa s greatest concentrations of game. The Masai(Maasai) Mara magic is attributed to its panorama. From the vantage of rounded hills, thelarge expanses grassy plains teaming with herds of animals resemble a canvas painting. Theoverwhelming population and the rich species presentation makes Mara the best destinationfor any serious wildlife observer. You will arrive in time for Lunch at Mara Simba Lodge

    During your afternoon game drive you will get opportunities to see some of the richestassemblages of wildlife in the world. Dinner and overnight will be at your lodge.

    FULL- BOARD.FAIRMONT MARA SAFARI CLUB

    Distance: Fairmont L. Elementaita Maasai MaraAprox 300 Kms Approx 04 30 Hrs

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    Day 06 & 07 2015 (FAIRMONT MARA SAFARI CLUBMAASAI MARA)

    Your schedule for today includes early morning game drives at 6.30am and afternoon game

    drive at 4pm. Traveling across the savannah, youll rendezvous with the Mara residents - herds

    of buffalo, wildebeest, hartebeest, impala, and gazelle. The Maasai Mara is the northern-most

    extremity of the great Serengeti ecosystem. Here, black rhino browse among dense thorn

    bushes and herds of giraffe and elephant roam the woodlands. Large numbers of hippos

    gather to feed and swim in the Mara River. Boasting Kenya's largest predator population, the

    reserve is renowned of lion prides up to 20 Lions. Tonight youll dream of all the wonders of

    Africa. You will later on return to your lodge for Overnight.

    Please note, Balloon safari is available and optional on any of the days you are in the

    Masai Mara and includes a champagne breakfast in the bush.

    FULL- BOARD.FAIRMONT MARA SAFARI CLUB

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    Day 08 2015 (DEPARTURE)

    After breakfast drive to Nairobi ( Optional flight)for lunch. In the afternoon you will touraround the city of Nairobi and later, you will visit Giraffe Centre. African Fund forEndangered Wildlife Kenya limited (AFEW (K) LTD) also known as the Giraffe Centre wasfounded in 1979 by the late Jock Leslie- Melvile, a Kenyan citizen of British descent and his

    wife the late Betty Leslie Melvile an American citizen. Jocks extra ordinary vision of creatingan educational institution in conjunction with rescuing the endangered Rothschild giraffesresulted in the present day Giraffe Centre that has become a World famous NatureEducation. Dinner & transfer to the JKIA airport for your departure flight.

    Distance: Maasai Mara NairobiApprox 340Kms Approx 05 30 Hrs

    $2,150 Per Person

    OptionalFlight NairobiMaraNairobi:$350 Per Person

    Prices only valid with minimum 6 passengers per group. Prices only valid for

    approved travel bloggers and writers upon viewing credentials. Prices are subject to

    change. Valid April through June.

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    2 night Amboseli National Park and/or 2 night Ngorongoro National Park

    Excursion Available at Extra Cost.

    Cost includes:-

    - Airport transfers in Nairobi- Accommodation & meals as above including taxes- Full board = breakfast, lunch & dinner- Park entrance fee- Kenya transfers, transport & game drives in private chauffeur driven

    micro-bus with pop-up roof- Tanzania transfers, transport & game drives in private chauffeur driven 4x 4 Land Cruisers with open roofIf choosing Tanzania extension- Services of experienced English speaking driver guide- 02 ( 500 ml) bottled water per person while in the vehicle.

    - Applicable government taxes( VAT)

    Cost excludes:-

    - Extra activities mentioned above as optional activities- Travel Insurance- Visa fees- Yellow fever mandatory in Tanzania- Drinks & Beverages including bottled water during meals- Tips / gratuities ( budget approximately US$ 5.00 per person per day )

    - Laundry- Entrance fees to Masai Village ( US$ 20 per person ) - optional- Any other item / services of personal nature & not mentioned above