The Northern Frontier Safari

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A flexible flying safari focussing on Kenya's Mara and the Northern Frontier District

Where

• The safari starts and ends in Nairobi

• Combines Meru, the Laikipia and Masai Mara

• then ends off with a beach break at Lamu

Highlights

• The sparsely populated wilderness of Meru National Park and the opportunity to see northern species of game such as reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra. Also the excellent birding in Meru.

• The vast array of adventure activities available in the Northern Frontier District.

• The real contrast between game and terrain in Meru and Laikipia and the Masai Mara.

Elsa's Kopje, Meru National Park

• Elsa’s Kopje is named after Elsa the lioness, made famous by George and Joy Adamson’s biographical film “Born Free”. It is currently the only fully operational lodge in Meru National Park.

• The camp blends into the rocky crags of the “kopje” (small hill), built very near to the site of George Adamson’s original campsite.

• The cottages are the ultimate rooms-with-a-view, uniquely designed and crafted, incorporating the natural features of the rocky hillside.

• Elsa’s Private House is a spacious, stylish, exclusive hideaway set slightly apart from the main lodge with two bedrooms and its own private swimming pool.

• A visit to the Meru rhino sanctuary is a highlight of a visit here, home to over 40 white and 20 black rhino.
   

Sabuk Lodge, Laikipia

• Sabuk sits on the edge of the Ewaso Nyiro river.

• Ask us about a night or two fly-camping.

• Sabuk is an adventure playground. Activities include horse riding, camel riding, river rafting and fishing.

Elephant Pepper Camp, Masai Mara

• Elephant Pepper Camp is seasonal and is dismantled for three months of the year. The spacious canvas tents, with an en suite dressing room, eco-friendly flush loos and safari showers, are comfortably furnished.

• Extended game drives which continue into the evening make game viewing a complete experience.

• Elephant Pepper Camp brings people back to nature, no traffic, no permanent structures obstructing your view, just the sights and sounds of the African bush.
   

Afro Chic, south coast Mombasa

• Afro Chic is located south of Mombasa, a small boutique property on the white sands of Diani Beach.

• An exclusive hideaway surrounded by miles of white sand, offers relaxation, water sports and luxurious pampering

Best time of the year

• This safari is best planned during August and September - book in advance!
• Kenya’s climate and altitude make it a great year round destination. Over most of the country there are two rainy seasons: the ‘Short’ rains which occur from late October through November and the ‘Long’ rains which occur from late March to early June.
• If you visit during a rainy period you’ll find that the rain usually falls in the late afternoon preceded by bright, sunny and fresh days.
  • July and August are the coolest months and are often overcast especially in the morning.
  • December to mid March is the warmest time of the year.
• The migration is in the Masai Mara between July and October but space can be at a premium.
• The Mara camps are closed throughout the months of April and May. Afrochic is open year round.  [See additional information on the coastal seasons]

Best Access

This safari starts and finishes in Nairobi. International flights arrive into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and all regional departures leave from Wilson.

Tips and notes

• Prices are based on minimum of 2 guests sharing and include full board accommodation, park and concession fees, soft drinks, beer, house wine, laundry, activities and Flying Doctors medical evacuation.
• Prices exclude gratuities, items of a personal nature, insurance.
• Speak to us about seasonal discounts - late October to March each year
• If your focus is on catching the migration then see our map of the Serengeti with additional notes on how to plan a migration safari and be sure to get your timing and locations right.

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Last updated 01 December, 2011