KENYA UNDER CANVAS-ILMORANI

DAY ONE.
Drive through the savanna open grassland to Tsavo West National Park. Together with neighbouring Tsavo East, this Park is Kenya's largest National Park- and one of the largest in Africa. Its entire ecosystem constitutes 10 million acres of pure untouched wilderness. encompassing open savannah, ranges and hills, riverine and montane forests, and freshwater springs. Tsavo West is dominated by the jet-black lava flow known locally as Sheitani (devil). There will be pit stops and refreshments. Your destination is Finch Hatton Camp. It is a privately owned and managed one man's dream to create the ideal, offers guests a unique opportunity to relive the golden era of the safari in absolute elegance, 5 star comfort, the finest cuisine surrounded by the spectacle of the great African wilderness. You will be in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive in the park. Finch Hatton Camp. LD

DAY TWO.
After break fast your leave for Tsavo is known for its herds of "Red Elephants", their skins stained by the local ochre dust and mud. The Park is home to over 5,000 elephant- the largest population in East Africa.
Other commonly seen species include Giraffe, Zebra, Eland, Buffalo, Impala, Hartebeest, Bushbuck, Wildebeest and many more.After an easy hour's drive from the camp are the famous Mzima Springs, where a gushing supply of fresh, crystal clear water has created an oasis for wildlife. It is home to several pods of hippo, crocs and shoals of barbell and catfish.
A specially constructed underwater observatory provides visitors with a unique view into the underwater world of Mzima. Our morning and afternoon game drives and nature walks are not only your best chance to spot game, but to also witness stunning the African dawn and sunset.
Tsavo in general and Finch Hatton's in particular are ideal for birdwatchers where over 200 species have been recorded. Finch Hatton-BLD 

DAY THREE. AMBOSELI N.PARK
After break fast you depart for Amboseli through bushland and Maasai country side. Upon arrival you will  driven through this fantastic "Elephant Park" to your Tented Camp. The Camp is located under the shade of the Acacaia Tortillas Trees and sits in the shadow of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. Kilimanjaro belonged in the 18th century to British Colonial Rule but by 1889 the mountain was in German Colonial rule. The widely spread story that Queen Victoria giving Kilimanjaro to Kaiser Wilhelm Spitze for a birthday present - is colorfully untrue! After lunch you may choose to take a short siesta, start on your diary or settle into a good book. After a scrumptious tea set out on a game drive stopping to take countless photographs of the huge and magnificent elephants that engulf you in their shadows. The sheer enormity of these gentle giants is most apparent when they are standing right next to you jeep and your realize just how huge they really are! Late afternoon your guide will stop under the shade of a rather large acacia tree, spread out a tartan blanket and proceed to pull all sorts of delicious looking hors d'oeuvres from a basket, he will also whip out a cork screw and pour glasses of chilled South African Chardonnay, or pop off the top of a bottle of Tusker. This is a very important part of the day in Africa and even though each of yours days will be so incredibly different from the next you will find yourself in a wonderful spot at around the same time every day - just enjoying Africa as you watch the African sunset . The first of many unforgettable experiences. Tortilis Camp-LD

DAY FOUR- AMBOSELI
Amboseli meaning a "place of water" in Masai, is sometimes very dry and dusty in appearance, but it has an endless water supply filtered through thousands of feet of volcanic rock from Kilimanjaro's snow melt. The main attractions here of course are the vast herds of elephants within the park. The bull elephants here have some of the largest tusks in Kenya. Two especially interesting antelopes may be found in this area as well, the Long-necked Gerenuk - often called the Giraffe-necked Antelope and the Fringe-eared Oryx. Bird life is abundant especially in the vicinity of the lakes and swamps where a great variety of water birds may be seen. We enjoy using the private ranches and conservation areas surrounding the national parks - for the obvious reason of less traffic but also because these areas offer a wealth of game viewing and walking safaris because our partners work very closely with the local people to develop Eco-tourism, which benefits the indigenous communities and protect this fragile Ecosystem.

DAY FIVE-MAASAI MARA
You will depart from a nearby airstrip and board the scheduled flight to Nairobi where you will connect onto Maasai Mara Reserves. The Masai Mara holds the greatest and most diverse concentration of wildlife remaining in Africa today. This place is guaranteed to take your breath away. As you land on a dirt airstrip you will fly low over herds of wildebeest and zebra and marvel at the sheer numbers of wildlife that litter the grassy plains. The Masai Mara is Africa's most prolific wildlife destination
Ilmoran will be your home. The camp for those who want that extra bit of luxury. It has been kept Governors’ Ilmoran Camp as small as possible, with added touches that make this the top of the range safari. Ilmoran recreates the atmosphere of the original hunting camps. Hidden under ancient trees, deep in the forest, are just 10 tents. For lunch a buffet that’ll satisfy the hungriest appetites. Deep in the bush, our cordon-bleu dinners by candlelight are a truly unforgettable experience. Nowhere else can you get so far from civilization, yet stay in such style. After lunch game drive till sun set. Ilmoran-LD

DAY SIX-MAASAI MARA
Spend the  day exploring the vast savannahs of the Masai Mara and viewing wildlife. You have the option of doing the HOT AIR BALLOON SAFARI.

Here is the ultimate way to view game. Take off a few kilometers from the camp just as the sun rises. Then for approximately one hour you will drift quietly above the plains gazing at spectacular views of endless kopjes and with luck, see some great game. The overhead perspective gives a whole new experience to game-watching and many find this is the climax of their safari. On landing in the middle of nowhere, a 'Champagne-style' breakfast will be waiting, before you are driven slowly back to camp. Truly unforgettable. Your guide will explain the animal behavior – and because of his expertise and experience, will take you to the best locations for the season to maximize your safari experience. Unlimited game drives

DAY SEVEN- NAIROBI
Enjoy your last game drive before leaving Maasai Mara and returning to Nairobi. A day room is reserved for you at the Norfolk Hotel until 6:00PM. Enjoy a farewell dinner prior to your transfer to the airport for your international flight out this evening. BD.

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