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ADAMSON‘S
FOOTSTEPS
Kenya Luxury Fly-in Safari
Adamson’s Footsteps is a fantastic 10 day safari staying at some of the
original sites of legendary ‘Father of Lions’ George Adamson and his wife
Joy (Born free). This Safari explores some of the most fascinating wildlife
areas in Kenya, flying over the vast wildlife plains and being hosted
in ultimate luxury.
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS
Untamed Wilderness of Meru National Park
Stay at the site of George Adamson’s Original Campsite in Meru National
Park
Stay at Joy’s Camp, situated at Joy Adamson’s original campsite in Shaba
National Reserve, the place where she released her famous leopard “Penny”.
Explore the indescribable Masai Mara
Luxury Accommodation
Fly from Camp to Camp
The Meru National Park's claim to international
popularity stems from the book - and movie - "Born Free". Authored
by Joy Adamson, it tells about their lion and cheetah research. The famous
"Elsa" lioness is the most famous of the lions in the park,
and her grave is marked.
Duration:
10 Days
Starts:Nairobi: Kenya
Ends:Nairobi: Kenya
Rate:2008 Rates from USD $4,985 per person sharing
Safari program
ADAMSON‘S FOOTSTEPS SAFARI FACT SHEET
The Adamson’s Footsteps 10 day flying safari based on either
Cottar’s
1920’s, Saruni, Richard’s Camp or Elephant Pepper Camp whilst in the Masai
Mara.
DAY
1 HOUSE OF WAINE, Nairobi
On arrival into Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will
be met and transferred to the House of Waine, set in Karen on the outskirts
of Nairobi. Relax by the swimming pool or just rest and soak up the sunshine.
In the afternoon you will enjoy a half day tour to the Nairobi Museum,
where some of Joy Adamson’s original art work is on display.
DAY
2 JOY‘S CAMP, Shaba National Reserve
You will be collected at 08h00 and transferred to  Wilson
Airport to catch the 09h15 Air Kenya scheduled flight to Nanyuki. Once
in Nanyuki you will connect immediately with your private charter to Joy’s
Camp. On arrival you will be met by a driver-guide and taken to the lodge.
Joy’s Camp is the original Joy Adamson Camp, and the camp has 10 private
tents each with its own deck area, ideal for game viewing and relaxing.
After lunch and a siesta you will enjoy an extended afternoon game drive.
DAY
3 & 4 JOY‘S CAMP
Choose from an early morning guided walk in the bush or an extended game
drive ending with a picnic breakfast. After a mornings game viewing, return
to the camp for a delicious lunch. Following a peaceful afternoon admiring
the watering hole. Take a late afternoon game drive finishing with sundowners
before heading back to camp.
DAY
5 ELSA‘S KOPJE, Meru National Park
After breakfast you will be driven to the airstrip for your private charter
flight to Meru National Park, arriving at Elsa’s Kopje, where George and
Joy Adamson brought up Elsa the Lioness and her 3 cubs. Set within the
formation of the Kopje, the lodge and its nine cottages are invisible
as you approach your destination. After an Italian style lunch, choose
to either relax in your cottage on the verandah or by the swimming pool.
DAY
6 ELSA‘S KOPJE
The untamed wilderness of Meru National Park is renowned for its Elephant
herds, rare Northern endemic species with fantastic flora and changing
terrain. We can also search for big cats and the elusive Rhino’s.
DAY
7, 8 & 9 MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE
Cottar’s 1920’s or Saruni or Richard’s Camp or Elephant Pepper Camp
After
an early breakfast transfer to the airstrip for your private charter at
08h30 to Nanyuki connecting with the scheduled flight at 10h00 to the
Masai Mara. The Masai Mara offers a true wildlife experience, one than
is hard to duplicate anywhere else in the world. Each lodge is part of
a particular conservation project or concession area. Game drives, bush
breakfasts, sundowners and bush walks makes this an unforgettable safari
experience.
The
Mara is famous for its prolific big game, predatory cats and vast antelope
herds.
DAY
10 DEPARTURE
Following one last game drive in the Masai Mara, you will be transferred
to the airstrip to catch the 11h00 scheduled flight back to Nairobi. A
driver will transfer you to your Nairobi hotel or to the International
Airport for your journey home.
End
of Safari
Tour
Cost Includes:-
Bed & Breakfast at House of Waine
Full board at all properties ( excluding HOW )
Soft drinks, beer & house wine at all properties ( except HOW )
Game drives in 4×4 vehicles
Guided bush walks
Scheduled flights as per itinerary
Park entrance fees
Airstrip transfers
Nairobi transfers
Laundry at all properties ( except HOW )
Membership to Flying Doctors Society
Tour
Cost Excludes:-
Champagne & Luxury spirits
Drinks or Laundry at House of Waine
Any activities not included in the itinerary
International flights and visa fees
Gratuities to camp staff
All statutory increases beyond our control
Subject
to availability
Baggage restriction of 15kgs per person is applicable on all small aircrafts,
preferably in soft bags.
Not: Kenya Wildlife service charge a supplement of US$ 15.00 per night
game drive and per game walk per person whilst staying at Elsa’s Kopje.
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