A S I L I A S A F AR I S KENYA TANZANIA RWANDA UGANDA

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1 A S I L I A S A F AR I S KENYA TANZANIA RWANDA UGANDA F o r a m e m o r a b l e e x p e r i e n c e!

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3 Dear Travel Partner, Africa is one of the most beautifully diverse continents in the world, and it s a place I never tire of exploring. With its captivating wildlife, rich cultures and truly tropical beaches.i am forever discovering something new. I am delighted to welcome you to our company brochure which encompasses many of Africa s best bits. From gor illa trekking in Rwanda, horseback safaris in Kenya, to embracing the beach culture on the tropical island of Zanzibar Asilia safaris believes in the kind of experiences that will inspire travelers and bring positive change in the world. Our carefully curated collection of bespoke holidays encourage visitors to slow down, see more, and get to know the destinations that they visit. There is something incredibly inspiring about being out in the world, wandering, exploring, and embracing new experiences Happy Travelling! Rose Topisian Managing Director

4 Welcome to East Africa East Africa is home to sweeping savannahs, luxurious lodges, pristine beaches, vibrant cities, welcoming people and some of the most captivating wildlife on the planet. Africa has a vast amount to offer even the most discerning of travelers, but above all it has the unique ability to offer anyone the holiday of a lifetime welcome to East Africa. A F CTIVE If you r e looking for a n active and adventurous holiday, East Africa will not disappoint. It lends itself to creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are unique to Africa. Game drives are incredible in their own right, but there are an abundance of active ways to watch the wildlife horseback riding, cycling, ballooning and walking safaris are a great way to watch the game too. For example, along the garden route it s possible to go diving with dolphins, play on worldclass golf courses, enjoy scenic coastal walks and embrace the surf culture. AMILIES Create a family holiday that everyone will remember forever. There are many safari lodges that are perfect for families, with no age restrictions, exclusive vehicles for sole use of the family, and fun, educational activities for the children to get involved in. Malaria-free game parks in South Africa offer a hassle-free safari experience, whilst meeting the captivating Masai people in Kenya can be a truly unique experience. For families looking for a nearby safari experience with bags of entertainment available on their doorstep, complete with water parks and a beach, Sun City in K e n y a s s o u t h c o a s t could be a perfect option. R ELAXED Africa is renowned for its laid-back and friendly hospitality, and it s this, combined with some of the most tranquil settings imaginable that creates a truly relaxing holiday. Whether it s enjoying sundowners with views of the Samburu; chilling on a pristine beach on tropical Zanzibar; or indulging in a luxurious spa treatment,rest assured you will be completely relaxed. For the chance to combine a relaxing retreat and to witness some captivating wildlife, Saadani in Tanzania could be the perfect choice. It s where you ll find great lodges along the coast with viewing exciting game opportunities.

5 I NDIVIDUAL Safari adventures with out-of-this-world wildlife encounters; barefoot luxury in Mnemba island lodge, ballooning over the Serengeti; wine tasting in South Africa there is plenty to do in Africa.With the help of the experienced team, who have explored East and Southern Africa, you can completely tailor-make your trip to suit your needs. So, whether you re looking for an authentic and rustic safari experience or a luxurious lodge with some relaxation, or something in between, we can customise your holiday to fit your individual needs. C A OUPLES There is no doubting that Africa can be a romantic place, sitting on a private deck in the heart of the Masai Mara with your loved one can be pretty special, but it s the extras that makes Africa a unique and special destination for couples. Some lodges offer romantic star beds, where couples can spend the night under the African skies, watching the stars and listening to the wildlife. Private plunge pools are also perfect for couples, and some lodges arrange candlelit baths on private decks. Wineland tours in South Africa are popular with couples and there s nothing like relaxing on a perfect beach in the Seychelles. UTHENTIC Africa can be the perfect holiday destination for anyone. Whether you re looking for a holiday that the whole family will enjoy, you want to surprise your partner with a romantic getaway, or just want a bit of adventure Africa will deliver. It s perfect for beach lovers looking to completely relax on a pristine white sand beach or culture vultures wanting to explore Africa s unique and colourful heritage. Food lovers will enjoy sampling all that South Africa has to offer, from its world-class restaurants to its exquisite wines. Africa is the heart of individuality and innovation; you will certainly return home relaxed and enthused.

6 Kenya is home to a variety of breathtaking landscapes, from snow-capped mountains to flat desert plains, and immense sweeping savannahs to lush rainforests inhabited by an abundance of captivating wildlife.

7 KENYA GAME PARKS Lake Nakuru National Park An impressive freshwater lake located in Africa s Great Rift Valley. Sanctuary to one of the largest populations of rhinos in Kenya. Wildlife highlight: A birdwatcher s heaven, with as many as 450 species to be found in the area. Samburu National Park One of the less crowded national parks with a dramatic and rugged landscape, home to the colourful Samburu people. Wildlife highlight: Home to rare species including the Grevy s zebra, gerenuk and reticulated giraffe. Samburu Shaba Laikipia Lewa Masai Mara One of the most popular destinations in Kenya, the Masai Mara boasts fantastic game viewing and is home to large numbers of big cats. Wildlife highlight: The annual wildebeest migration and the jaw-dropping river crossings. Nakuru Masai Mara Mt Kenya Meru Aberdares Nairobi Tsavo East Lamu Abardare National P a rk. a habitat for elephants, Black rhinos, leopards, Spotted hyenas, olive baboons Black and white colobus monkeys Amboseli Tsavo West Malindi Mombasa Amboseli National P a rk Dominated by the impressive Mount Kilimanjaro and famous for its large variety of wildlife. Wildlife highlights: An abundance of big game with elephants, lions, and cheetahs being the main attraction. Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks Combined, these two parks cover an area the size of Wales, and they offer no shortage of game viewing. Wildlife highlights: Large herds of buffalo and elephants.

8 Masai Mara The Masai Mara is named after the Masai people that inhabit the region and the Mara River that snakes through the reserve, and is one of the most popular safari destinations in Kenya. It s located adjacent to the Serengeti National Park, which together form an ecosystem that is home to an abundance of wildlife. Highlights The annual great migration Scenic balloon trips across the plains Close-up sightings of big cats Meet the colourful Masai tribes Ol Seki Hemingways A choice of three luxury camps located in the heart of the best game viewing areas and close to the wildebeest migration. Il Moran Camp:This intimate 10 tent camp is perfect for those seeking top of the range safari accommodation. Main Governors Camp In a magical setting, nestled along the banks of the Mara River, this camp has 37 luxury tents. Little Governors Camp. This 17 tent camp surrounds a watering hole and offers an exquisite, romantic setting. Prices from 259 per person per night including breakfast, lunch, dinner and game drives. Ngerende Island Lodge This oasis of beautifully designed safari tents is nestled amongst cordia and acacia trees, located in a gorgeous wilderness area teeming with game. It overlooks the Isupukiai River north of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, and enjoys panoramic views of the plains. The 6 luxurious Nina Tents have a double and a single bed, a changing room and en suite showers plus a large viewing deck. Prices from 451 per person per night including breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and game drives. Ngerende has been stylishly designed to provide the ideal safari experience where comfort, luxury and outstanding personal service combine naturally with the beautiful wilderness of the Masai Mara. There are just 7 suites all with stunning views of the Mara River. The dining room, verandah and infinity pool overlook the Mara River and the nearby hippo pod. The spa offers therapeutic treatments. Prices from 497 per person per night including breakfast, lunch, dinner, soft drinks, house wine, local spirits, beer and game drives.

9 Exploreans Mara Rianta Kicheche Bush Camp The perfect base for your safari adventure is the stunning Exploreans Mara Rianta luxury tented camp, which is nestled in the heart of the Mara North Conservancy. Soothe your body and mind with one of the many relaxing and rejuvenating treatments on offer at the Mvua African Rain Spa. Savour delicious alfresco lunches and evening barbecues around the pool and enjoy Masai dancing and talks on the Masai culture. The 20 luxury tents overlook the Mara River, which is teeming with hippos. Prices from 240 per person per night including breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and game drives. Mara Intrepids This bush camp is a classic, luxury camp set in a conservancy area bordering the Masai Mara Reserve. It is intimate and completely unfenced, so game wander freely past, plus it offers stunning views of the surrounding open plains. There is a dining tent but most meals are eaten outside. There is also a lounge area in which to relax. Activities include game drives and guided bush walks. The 6 tents, which look out over grassy plains, each have an en suite bucket shower, a private seating area and a large bedroom. Prices from 378 per person per night including breakfast, lunch, dinner, picnics, drinks (excluding premium spirits), bush walks and unlimited game drives. Sand River Masai Mara Sitting above a sweeping bend in the Talek River, at the convergence of the Masai Mara's four game viewing areas, the camp enjoys one of the most spectacular locations in the world's best-known wilderness. The camp is a short drive from the Mara River, where more than a million wildebeest and zebra make their perilous migration crossing every July and August. Leisure facilities include a freeform swimming pool, kids' club, star gazing with a resident expert, cultural tours of neighbouring Masai villages, fishing trips to Lake Victoria. There are 30 elegant tents and 2 family units with en suite bathrooms spread over a large riverside site. Prices from 174 per person per night including breakfast, lunch, dinner and game drives. Located on the banks of the river from which it has taken its name, Sand River Masai Mara, part of the Elewana collection, is located within the Masai Mara National Reserve, close to the Tanzanian border, on a secluded and picturesque site. It comprises 16 tents including 1 family tent. The Camp is divided into two separate but adjoining campsites, each possessing its own designated dining and public areas, thereby creating an increased sense of exclusivity and privacy. Facilities include a swimming pool and wi-fi in public areas. Prices from 448 per person per night including breakfast, lunch, dinner and game drives.

10 Flying Safaris Kenya has an excellent light aircraft network, giving visitors the opportunity to cover great distances in a short period of time, which in turn means that more time can be spent game viewing. This also gives visitors the luxury of choosing game reserves and destinations that are of particular interest to them, regardless of location. Many lodges and camps have their own airstrip or are located near to one, which means that there is no need for those travelling by plane to compromise on accommodation. Flying safaris can be tailored to your specific interests and are very flexible with accommodation and schedules, giving you the freedom to create a flying safari itinerary that suits you. So, if you would like to spend a couple of days in the Samburu National Park followed by a stay in the heart of the Masai Mara, then onwards to the Mombasa coast for a beach break, you can on a flying safari. Another advantage of a flying safari is that it is possible to travel to more remote and lesser known areas such as the Lewa Conservancy, famed for its black rhinos. Please note that the baggage allowance on light aircraft is strictly 15kg per person and flights may make several stops en route. For maximum flexibility, you can hire your own light aircraft or helicopter.

11 Lewa Nairobi Masai Mara Tsavo West Lewa, Tsavo & Mara Safari by air departs daily This itinerary combines scenic flying safaris with fantastic accommodation. There is plenty of time to explore each destination and with travelling time kept to a minimum, you have more time out on safari to enjoy the captivating game viewing opportunities on offer. Highlights include three nights at the comfortable, stylish Lewa Safari Camp, nestled in its own rhino conservancy; plus three nights at the perfectly placed Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, where you can take full advantage of its own waterhole which is visited daily by elephants, buffalos and a wide variety of plains game. Finally, spend three nights in the heart of the Masai Mara at the Mara Explorer Camp, where authentic yet luxurious tented accommodation awaits, complete with wooden floors, sumptuous bathrooms and private decks with views of the Mara. WHY LEWA, TSAVO & MARA? Guided bush walks Bush breakfasts and sundowners The big 5 Rhino conservancy area Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Days 4-5 Fly from Heathrow overnight to Nairobi. Met on arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight: Hemingways Nairobi. Transfer to W ilson airport and fly by light aircraft to Lewa Conservancy (1.5 hours) and transfer to the Lewa Safari Camp. Afternoon game drive. Overnight: Lewa Safari Camp. (b,l,d) Morning and afternoon game drives with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the facilities at the camp. Overnight: Lewa Safari Camp. (b,l,d) Day 6 After breakfast fly to Tsavo West via W ilson airport (approximately 2.5 hours) and transfer to the Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge. Afternoon game drive. Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge. (b,l,d) Days 7-8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Morning and afternoon game drives with time to relax and enjoy the facilities at the camp. Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge. (b,l,d) After breakfast fly to the Masai Mara (1.5 hours) and transfer to your camp. Afternoon game drive. Overnight: Mara Explorer Camp. (b,l,d) Early morning, mid morning and afternoon game drives. Alternatively, in the morning take an early morning balloon flight over the Mara followed by a bubbly bush breakfast (from 275). Overnight: Mara Explorer Camp. (b,l,d) Morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara. Overnight: Mara Explorer Camp. (b,l,d) Fly to Nairobi (1 hour). Proceed with your chosen extension or return to Heathrow. (b) International flights on Kenya Airways from 720. Safari only from Make your time in Kenya extra special by taking a balloon flight over the Mara and enjoy evening sundowners with superb views.

12 Ol Pejeta Lake Elmenteita Nairobi Masai Mara Mara Serena Safari Lodge Serena Explorer 5 Safari by road departs on Sundays A 6-night itinerary combining perfectly positioned, beautiful Serena lodges with plenty of opportunity for game viewing. Highlights include a 2-night stay in the sheltered oasis of Sweetwaters in the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy; 2 nights at the bird haven of Lake Elmenteita, and a further 2 nights in the heart of the Masai Mara, at Mara Serena Safari Lodge. The locations of the lodges lend themselves to a range of wildlife encounters. Sweetwaters is host to all of the 'big 5' and the conservancy boasts the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa. All 24 luxury tents at Lake Elmenteita boast views of the wildlifefilled lake and the Mara Serena Safari Lodge offers the chance to see the captivating annual wildebeest migration. WHY SERENA EXPLORER? 4x4 safari vehicles The only chimpanzee sanctuary in Kenya Luxurious accommodation at the Serena lodges Largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa Annual wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara. Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Fly from Heathrow overnight to Nairobi. Transfer to the Somak Safari Lounge to freshen up. Drive to Sweetwaters (220 km). Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena Camp. (l,d) Morning and afternoon game drives with a visit to the chimp and rhino sanctuary. Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena Camp. (b,l,d) Drive to Lake Elmenteita (265 km). Afternoon game drive in Soysambu Conservancy. Overnight: Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp. (b,l,d) Enjoy a lake breakfast. Rest of the day at leisure, or alternatively, join a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park (pre-book from 140). Overnight: Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp. (b,l,d) Drive to the Masai Mara (360 km). Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge. (b,l,d) Morning and afternoon game drives. Alternatively, in the morning take an early morning balloon flight over the Mara followed by a bubbly bush breakfast (from 390). Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge. (b,l,d) After breakfast, return to Nairobi by road (335 km), or fly from the Mara (from 170). Proceed with your chosen extension or return to Heathrow. (b) International flights on Kenya Airways from 720. Safari only from Enhance this already superb itinerary by taking an optional balloon flight over the Mara, indulging in a sumptuous bush breakfast, or enjoying evening sundowners with superb views. You can also book exclusive safari vehicles for the sole use of your group.

13 Mombasa Mombasa boasts nearly 500 kilometres of tranquil white beaches, golden sand dunes, warm aqua water, archaeological treasures and idyllic secluded islands. It is the second largest city in Kenya, located on an island separated from the mainland by the Likoni Channel to the south, the Makupa Causeway to the west and Nyali Bridge and Mtwapa Bridge to the north, beyond which are the popular beach resorts of North and South Mombasa. Malindi and Watamu are a few hours north of Mombasa. Both offer excellent coral reefs with some of the best diving in Kenya. Further north is Lamu Archipelago, a small group of islands, each offering a peaceful retreat with endless beaches and crystal clear waters, and a way of life reminiscent of a bygone era. Mombasa offers the chance to combine a beach retreat with exciting game viewing at nearby Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks, where it s possible to see cheetahs, buffalo, zebras, leopards and lions amongst many other animals. Highlights World-class diving Pristine beaches Game viewing at nearby national parks Hemingways Watamu AfroChic Diani The stunning villa-style AfroChic Diani on the south coast is part of the Elewana Collection. The hotel is one of Africa's best kept secrets, on one of Kenya's best beaches. It offers fine dining options, a swimming pool with massage jets, aromatherapy treatments and much more. There is an 18-hole golf course nearby. There are 10 beautiful, well equipped rooms and suites. Prices from 124 per person per night including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Swahili Beach Resort A member of the 'Small Luxury Hotels of the World' and part of the Hemingways Collection, Hemingways Resort is a luxury property in Watamu Bay. It occupies an unrivalled Kenyan setting on the beachfront in Watamu National Marine Park. The white sands of the bay and its crystal waters form Kenya's finest stretch of beach. There are coral reefs and the ruins of ancient Gedi to be explored, marlin and sailfish to be caught, and of course, Hemingways resort in which to be indulged. There are 152 well equipped rooms and suites. Prices from 63 per person per night including breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner. This distinctive property offers a blend of African, Arabic and Indian architectural influences, all of which have been fused to create this vibrant resort, on the south Mombasa coast. It offers an air of sophistication and elegance rarely seen on the Kenya coast. A range of dining options and bars, a seafront spa and fitness centre, a kids club and the focal point of the resort, an 8-tier swimming pool, all help to make this a fabulous resort. There are 140 delightful rooms and suites, all with a host of amenities. Prices from 50 per person per night including breakfast and dinner