3 Nights Masai Mara Magic

Notes:

Child prices on request.

EXTRAS.

Balloon safari per person; –                   USD 425.-

Masai village per person; –                     USD 20.-

Covid test per person; –                         USD 100. – (To be paid directly at the testing centre).

Safari Cost includes; –

• Meet and greet services.
• Accommodation on safari on full board.
• All Airport transfers in Nairobi.
• Park fees.
• Game drives on safari.
• Transport in our customised safari vehicle on private basis.
• Complementary ½ litre bottle of mineral water per person per day in our vehicle.
• Services of an English-speaking driver guide.
• Extra meals as indicated.
• Our assistance.

Cost excludes;-

• Tips and porterages
• Drinks and Laundry
• Extra meals and visits not indicated
• Visa fees
• Personal medical and travel insurance.
• International flights and departure taxes
• 5% GST
• 5% TCS
• Additional remarks:-

We may have to reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of
Non-availability
Prices for domestic flights, airport taxes or park fees may be changed without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will be passed to you.

Passenger Information:-

• Passengers should bring only soft sided bags on safaris
• All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them for internal Flights
• Baggage on internal flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand
  Luggage).
• Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.
• Passengers arriving in Kenya and Tanzania may be asked to present a valid Yellow
• Fever Vaccination Certificate.
• The price quoted and services will be subject change depending on availability at the time of booking.

SAFARI TIPS.

Passports & Visas

A full passport with at least six month validity from the date of departure is generally required for travel.
It is recommended that travelers contact the relevant Consulate/Embassy prior to travel for current visa requirements.

Currency

Credit & debit cards (MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and Visa) are widely accepted in the cities.
ATMs, banks and Bureau de Changes are found throughout major towns.
Cash is king, although it is advised that you limit the amount of money you carry on your person.
Some African countries will accept USD, GBP or EUROs, but South Africa requires Rand (ZAR).

Health & Medical Facilities

*** All of the countries we represent are Ebola free ***

Ensure that you have adequate travel & health insurance cover.
South Africa has excellent medical care and facilities compare favourably with international standards.
Malaria Vaccinations & Yellow Fever Certificates may be required for certain countries.
Please consult your local doctor or travel clinic for advice prior to departure for appropriate medication.

Tipping

Tipping is optional and dependent on the level of service. Although it is customary and considered an insult if you do not.

As a guideline, a minimum of 10% should be added to restaurant bills.
For guides and/or drivers please calculate USD 5 – 9 per person per day (or equivalent).
For rangers and trackers when on safari please calculate USD 5 – 9 per person per day (or equivalent).
Porterage ranges between USD 1 – 2 per person per service (or equivalent).
For helpful petrol attendants, USD 1 (or equivalent) is perfectly acceptable.
When assisted by a car guard, it is a custom to tip USD 1

Tax

Value-added-tax (VAT) of 14% / 16% is charged on most items.

When visiting South Africa & Namibia, be sure to request a tax invoice for larger purchases as foreign visitors may claim back VAT paid on items taken out of the country when the total valued exceeds USD 18.93. It is advisable to keep these purchases in your hand luggage as you will need to present the items at the VAT Refund Administration for inspection and endorsement of the tax invoices when departing the country.
A Tax Invoice must include the following:
– The words “Tax Invoice”
– A Tax Invoice number
– The seller’s VAT Registration number
– Date of Issue of the Tax Invoice
– The seller’s name and address
– The buyer’s name and address
– A full description of the goods purchased
– The cost of the goods in Rands
– The amount of VAT charged or a statement that VAT is included in the total cost

Wildlife Photography

Animals don’t stop for selfies, so be quick on the finger!
Avoid getting too close, some animals are dangerous and in the wild – uncontrollable.
Experiment at home in the garden and with the cat or dog to learn how your camera works and perfect your technique.
For instance which is the anti-motion, or motion button? Does it have a landscape function? What sort of zoom range does it have? How do you set it to manual and change the aperture and shutter speed?
Observe the animals silently and with a minimum of disturbance – loud talking on game drives can frighten the wildlife away.
Early morning and evening game drives offer exceptional lighting opportunities.
don’t be in a hurry to cover the most distance, stay in a well set up position for a while – you’ll be amazed by what may enter your frame.
most importantly, be sure to enjoy the whole view – not just the one from behind your lens. Stop and look around every once in a while!

Safety

Most areas are as safe as any other destination in the world, however, basic common-sense precautions should be used:

Ask the concierge at your hotel which areas are safe to walk around in and when
Travel in groups or pairs and always choose well-lit areas
Order taxis or transport ahead of time
Carry only as much cash as necessary
Don’t leave your property unattended
Be aware of pickpockets and petty criminals
Don’t draw attention to yourself by flaunting valuables around openly or counting your cash at the ATM
Carry a copy of your passport in a separate section of your luggage
What to Bring on Safari

Clothing
Most lodges and safari camps offer laundry as part of their service, so you can afford to pack lightly.

2x khaki/brown cotton trousers
2x pairs khaki/brown shorts
3x long sleeved shirts/blouses
1x fleece/jersey
1x lightweight, waterproof jacket
1x Swimming costume
1x Walking or hiking boots
1x Sandals
4x short-sleeved shirts or T-shirts
5x underwear
5x socks
1x Hat with a brim
1x Gloves (if you really feel the cold)
1x Sarong or kikoi type garment

The Basics

Sunscreen
Toiletries
Insect repellent
Sunglasses
Camera (with extra memory card and batteries)
Binoculars
Lip balm
Hand wipes
Wildlife checklist (or just paper) & a pen

Cancellation Policy.
In the event of written cancellation, the following forfeiture of the programme cost will be assessed based on the number of days prior to programme departure that the cancellation was received:

90-60 days prior 20% of the programme cost
59-30 days prior to 50% of the programme cost
29 days or less 100% of the programme cost

DAY 1: ARRIVAL/NAIROBI/MASAI MARA:

Arrival of your international flight into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Met by our representatives outside customs and immigration Halls. Safari briefing and introduction to your driver guide. Depart for the famous Masai Mara National Reserve via Narok. Arrive, check-in and lunch at Mara Fig Tree Camp. Afternoon game drives. Spend the next 2 nights at the camp on full board.

DAY 2 and 3 : MASAI MARA:

Full day spent in the reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Elephant and Buffalo abound in the riverine forests, while out on the grasslands Impala and Thompson’s gazelle can be seen together with their attendant predators such as lion, Cheetah, Hyena and Jackal. The Mara is, in fact, the northern part of the Serengeti ecosystem and plays host to the vast herds of migratory wildebeest and zebra during the months of July to October. Lesser known species such as topi, hartebeest, waterbuck Eland and many small mammals create a kaleidoscopic picture of wildlife. All meals and overnight stay will be at Mara Fig Tree Camp.

DAY 4: MASAI MARA/NAIROBI/DEPART:

Breakfast at the camp. Depart for Nairobi. Arrive and lunch on own arrangements. Later met and transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight out.