Essence of Africa Retreat

Nairobi, Kenya

Duration

Starting From

Tour Type : Adventure, Wildlife, Family, Religious, Heritage, Weekend, Leisure, Activites Tour

Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, serves as the gateway to Amboseli National Park, a premier safari destination 260 km southeast (4-hour drive or 30-minute flight to Amboseli Airstrip). Nairobi, at 1,795 meters elevation, blends urban energy with natural attractions, offering cultural hubs like the Nairobi National Museum and wildlife experiences at Nairobi National Park, just 7 km from the city center. With a 4/5 Tripadvisor rating, Nairobi is praised for its cosmopolitan vibe, dining, and proximity to safari sites, though traffic and safety concerns are noted.
Amboseli National Park, spanning 392 km², is renowned for its breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and vast elephant herds. Located near the Tanzania border, it hosts over 400 bird species, lions, cheetahs, and zebras across swamps, savannahs, and acacia woodlands. Activities include game drives, birdwatching, and Maasai cultural visits. With a 4.5/5 Tripadvisor rating (2,500+ reviews), visitors laud its wildlife and scenery, though some mention crowded viewing spots. The park’s eco-friendly camps, like Kibo Safari Camp (4-star), offer luxurious stays. Amboseli’s accessibility from Nairobi makes it ideal for a memorable safari escape, combining urban and wilderness experiences.

Hotels

Transfer

Sightseeing

Meals

4 Sightseeing

All Meals

Airport Transfers

Intercity Transfers

Guided Tours

Camping

Jungle Safari

All Transfers

Day 1 - Arrival - Nairobi

Welcome officially to Kenya!
You will be met upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by our representative once you finalize with immigration.
Thereafter, you will be transferred to your city Hotel for check in.
Kenya’s capital city has risen in a single century from a brackish uninhabited swampland to a thriving modern capital.
Modern Nairobi is still the safari capital of the Africa, but the modern world has quickly caught up with the city. A frontier town no more, Nairobi is one of Africa’s largest, and most interesting cities.
Nairobi is a city that never seems to sleep. The entire town has a boundless energy, and is thriving place where all of human life can be found. This is a place of great contrasts where race, tribe and origin all become facets of a unique Nairobi character. The city has not lost its sense of the past, with an excellent museum and the historical home of Karen Blixen, author of Out of Africa open to visitors. This is not a modern capital separated from the great wilderness that surrounds it. Just outside the city is Nairobi National Park, 113 sq. kms of plains, cliffs and forest. The park is home to large herds of zebra, Wildebeest, Buffalo, Giraffe and more. Rhino, Cheetah, and a large number of Lions are all found here, living wild within 20 minutes of the centre of town.
Rest of the day is spent at leisure with overnight at the town hotel in Nairobi.
Dinner will be payable direct.

Day 2 - Nairobi – Amboseli National Park

Day 3 - Amboseli National Park

Day 4 - Amboseli National Park - Nairobi

Day 5 - Nairobi

Arrival/departure transfers as detailed in the itinerary in KENYA
Bed and breakfast accommodation at Ibis Styles Hotel
Full board accommodation at Kibo Safari Camp
Services of English speaking driver guide/s
Unlimited supply of drinking water in our safari vehicle only
game viewing drives
Park entrance fees
Complimentary Maasai village visit for cultural experience
Use of safari equipped safari minivan for safari on exclusive use and our transfer vehicle for transfers in Nairobi. Upgrade to a safari landcruiser is possible but at an additional supplement.

Air ticket, Airport taxes, Baggage / Meal Allowance (if not mentioned in the inclusions) Damage / loss of baggage.
Entrance Tickets (if not mentioned in the inclusions)
Visa (if not mentioned in the inclusions)
Overseas Travel Insurance (if not mentioned in the inclusions)
Meals other than those (specified in the inclusions)
Any Compensation due to weather or natural calamity.
Compensation for unable to visit a sightseeing due to (weather conditions, or delay on the guest)
Tips, Laundry, Porterage, and any expense of a personal nature.
Optional Charges / Excursions.
Any items or services (not specified in the Itinerary / program)
GST of 5% payable to Govt of India.
TCS of 5% OR 20% payable to Income Tax authorities

Booking Terms

Terms & Conditions

Cancellation Policy

Cancelllation & Refund Policy
1st Payment	Booking Amount	20% of Land Package
2nd Payment	Ticketing (Flight/ Train)	100% payment as applicable
3rd Payment	Land Package	Rest 30% for further bookings
Full & Final Payment	Balance Payment	Remaining amount to be paid no later than 30 days from the date of travel
Notes: If travel date is within 30 days, then 100% payment has to be made in one-go. If Full & Final Payment is not received before 30 days from date of departure, the booking will be cancelled and the refund will be initiated as per the Cancellation & Refund Policy. Booking will be confirmed after 24-hours of receipt of amount. Any changes relating to variables will be intimated to the customer within these 24-hours. Confirmation Voucher will be dispersed from our end within 3-days of receipt of Full & Final payment along with day-wise itinerary and other details relating to the trip. Only receipt of payment will be provided at 50% payment. No other (s) will be dispersed from our end before 100% payment of the due amount is made.