ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Day 1. Welcome to Nairobi and drive to Aberdare National Park
Day 2.Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 3.Maasai Mara
Day 4.Maasai Mara
Day 5.Depart Maasai Mara to Nairobi then fly to Mombasa
Day 6.Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa
Day 7.Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa
Day 8.Homebound

BUSH AND BEACH SPECIAL CLASSICAL SAFARI
Enjoy the very best of Kenya with this exclusive Beach and Bush Package from Tropical adventures. This lovely package includes the very best of the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Aberdare National Park and the very best of beach relaxation at the most luxurious hotel in Mombasa, the Diani Beach Resort and Spa.

FACTS ABOUT ABERDARES NATIONAL PARK
The Aberdares are an isolated volcanic range that forms the eastern wall of the rift valley, running roughly 100km north south between Nairobi and Thompsons Falls. Soils are red and of volcanic origin, but rich in organic matter. There are two main peaks, Ol Donyo Lesatima (3,999m) and Kinangop (3,906m) separated by a long saddle of alpine moorland at over 3,000m. The topography is diverse with deep ravines that cut through the forested eastern and western slopes and there are many clear streams and waterfalls. The Aberdares are an important water catchment area providing water to the Tana and Athi rivers and part of Central Rift and Northern drainage basins.

The National Park lies mainly above the tree line running along the 10,000ft contour with some forest and scrub at lower altitude in the 'salient' area near Nyeri with the boundary running down to the 7000ft contour
The unusual vegetation, rugged terrain, streams and waterfalls combine to create an area of great scenic beauty in the National Park. The park is surrounded by a predominantly indigenous forest,
Day 1.
Met on arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, briefed and drive through the lush Kikuyu farmlands and coffee plantation to the cool Kenyan highlands to arrive at the Aberdare Country Club. The club is the base hotel for the tree hotel-The Ark. Lunch at the club. At 1430hrs, transfer to the Ark which is located in the Aberdare National Park with small overnight bags as most of the luggage is left at the club. The Ark has various decks and balconies for easy viewing and photography of wild game. Dinner and overnight of game viewing at the lodge.
Day 2.
After breakfast, transfer back to the base hotel to retrieve rest of your luggage and drive towards the Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park arriving at Lake Nakuru Lodge / Similar in time for lunch. At 1600hrs, enjoy an afternoon game drive in park that also takes you to the shores of the lake famous for its birdlife especially flamingos that form a pink hue across the lake. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Information about LAKE NAKURU
Lake Nakuru is a very shallow strongly alkaline lake 62 km2 in extent. It is set in a picturesque landscape of surrounding woodland and grassland next to Nakuru town. The landscape includes areas of marsh and grasslands alternating with rocky cliffs and outcrops, stretches of acacia woodland and rocky hillsides covered with a Euphorbia forest on the eastern perimeter.
The lake catchment is bounded by Menengai crater to the north, the Bahati hills to the north east, the lion hill ranges to the east, eburu crater to the south and the mau escarpment to the west. Three major rivers, the Ngoro, makalia and enderit drain into the lake, together with treated water from the town's sewage works and the outflow from several springs along the shore.

Day 3:
Depart Nakuru after breakfast and drive through the floor of the Rift Valley to the world famous game reserve, the Masai Mara arriving at Mara Serena Lodge / Similar in time for lunch. At 1600hrs enjoy an afternoon game drive in the reserve. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 4:
Full day in the reserve with both morning and afternoon game drives at 0630hrs and 1600hrs respectively. The Mara is the northern extension of the Serengeti and its rolling plains are home to hundreds of plains game together with predators that feed on them. All meals and overnight at Mara Serena Lodge / Similar.

Information about MAASAI MARA
The Maasai Mara is Kenya’s most celebrated game park, it offers the possibility of seeing "the big five" and many other species of game. This is where the great wildebeest migration is a spectacle to behold for any would be visitor to Kenya mainly in July and August of each year. We drive straight to our Permanent campsite along the Talek River, which borders the reserve. Accommodation is in large stand-up tents with beds. Showers are available in the camp and meals are served in the dinning mess or in the open.

Day 5:
Depart the Mara after breakfast and proceed to Nairobi arriving early afternoon. Lunch and later drop off at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your 1hr flight to Mombasa. On arrival in Mombasa, you will be transferred to south coast to arrive at the luxurious Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa. Here you are booked on Half board basis. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Information about MOMBASA
The city has a population of around 900,000 inhabitants (1999 census: 665,018) and is located on Mombasa Island, which is separated from the mainland by two creeks; Tudor Creek and Kilindini Harbour.

The island is connected to the mainland to the north by Nyali Bridge, to the south by the Likoni Ferry and to the west by the Makupa Causeway alongside which runs the Uganda Railway. The port serves both Kenya and countries of the interior linking them to the Indian Ocean.

The town is mainly occupied by the Muslim Mijikenda/Swahili people. Over the centuries there have been many immigrants, particularly from the countries of the Middle East and Indian sub-continent who came mainly as traders and skilled craftsmen and even after four or five generations, their descendants continue to contribute highly to the economy of present day Mombasa and Kenya as a whole.

Day 6 and 7
Full days at leisure. Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa is set on the legendary Diani Beach - a magnificent stretch of unbroken white sand along Kenya's South Coast. The resort is the first of its kind in Kenya's resort world and lends uniqueness, sophistication and style to this traditional coastal setting. 30acres of landscaped tropical gardens and 350 meters of beach front for your relaxation. Overnight at Diani Beach Resort & Spa.

Day 8:
Depart after breakfast and transfer to Moi International Airport for your international flight home.
PRICE
USD 3972.00 PER PERSON SHARING
Valid till 15.dec.2009
Minimum 2 pax

Tour Costs include
1.Airport transfers in Mombasa
2.Domestic Flights inclusive of Airport taxes.
3. Accommodation for on Full board basis in the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Aberdare
4.Park Entrance Fees
5.Game Drives as per itinerary in 4 WD Vehicles
6.Extra lunch in Nairobi at the Carnivore Restaurant
7.Arrival meet and assist in Mombasa inclusive of transfers
8.Accommodation for 3 nights on HB basis in Mombasa at the Diani Beach Resort and Spa
9.Services of an English Speaking Guide on Safari

NOTE: The Tour Costs do not include
1. Any items of personal nature such as laundry, drinks, tip etc
2. Personal Travel or Trip Cancellation insurance
3. Any other items not mentioned in the above.
4. Airport taxes at JKIA