11-Day Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve, Amboseli National Park, Mombasa and Primitive Masai Tribe Tour

Tour Code: GOL-NRB-002
Duration: 11 Day(s) / 10 Night(s)
Tour Guide: Chinese, English
Quality: Budget
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11-Day Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve, Amboseli National Park, Mombasa and Primitive Masai Tribe Tour
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Overview

Experience: UNESCO, Family

Extra (Excluded): Wifi, Meal etc...

Tour Guide:Chinese, English


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Highlights :

A once in a lifetime adventure, ride alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeests and other wild animals in the Masai Mara grasslands in our modified 4-wheel drives, walking with elephants under the Kilimanjaro Snow Mountain, listen to the melody of hundreds of birds in the morning, enjoying the wonderful Milky Way starry sky at night with the roar of lions, an unparalleled experience, a trip that no one should miss out.
All-inclusive safari tour designed with the comfort of luxury five-star resort.
Professional tour driver that guides you throughout your journey, from start to finish.

Itinerary

With warm smiles our guides will pick you from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport upon your arrival. Thereafter you will be transferred to your hotel in Nairobi - check in, as you adjust to the time difference, have dinner, rest and recharge for your exciting adventure ahead. Kenya is also known as the natural kingdom of wild animals, and it also doubles as one of the birthplaces of human beings. It has been documented that human skull fossils of about 2.5 million years ago have been unearthed in the territory. 

*It is recommended to book flights that Arrive in after 10:00 in the Morning


Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-Chinese food , Dinner-Chinese food

Hotel: CROWNE PLAZA or similar.


Attractions

After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and proceed to Lake Naivasha. Lake Naivasha - enveloped by grassy banks and acacia woodlands, Kenya’s most beautiful freshwater lake sits atop the Rift Valley at an astonishing 1,884 meters above sea level. The lake produces perch and African crucian carp, habitat to hippos and various waterfowl. You can take a speedboat cruise usually about 90 minutes during which you to get real close (as close as 5 meters) to these avian wonders — pigeons, flamingoes, crows, and even fish eagles and you get to witness dozens of hippos wallowing in water and the different species of birds on Crescent Island. This island was one of the settings for the 1985 movie “Out Of Africa” starring Meryl Streep. 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel buffet, Lunch-Hotel buffet, Dinner-Hotel buffet

Hotel: NAIVASHA SOPA or similar.


Start the day early with breakfast then head to Masai Mara, you will arrive just in time for lunch. After checking In and a short rest, get ready to be amazed as you take a trip through the world's most famous wildlife sanctuary, the Masai Mara National Park. This animal paradise spreads over about 1,672 square kilometers of open plains, woodlands and riparian forests and was established in 1961. Masai  Mara National Park is home to the world's largest wild mammal species, with about 95 species of mammals and 450 species of birds. 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel Buffet, Lunch-Hotel Buffet, Dinner-Hotel Buffet

Hotel: KEEKOROK or Mara simba lodge or similar.


Drive through the Masai Mara Prairie and go to the Mara River area to track and observe various wild animals in the [Masai Mara National Park] (Full Day).  The Mara River in Africa flows through Kenya and Tanzania in Africa, with a total length of 395 kilometers and a drainage area of ​​13,504 square kilometers, of which 60% are located in Kenya and 40% in Tanzania.  The river originates in the rainy mountains of Kenya and the Great Migration constituting more than 1.5 million wildebeest trek in an enormous loop every year, with crossing the Mara River, migrating back and forth between Kenya's Masai Mara National Park and Tanzania's Serengeti National Park and this is recognized as one of the "Seven Wonders of the Natural World." The surging rapids and the sniping of the giant Nile crocodiles are the most difficult and spectacular scenes, which is why the crossing of the Mara River is often referred to as the crossing of the kingdom of heaven. 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel Buffet, Lunch-Outdoor dining (or convenient), Dinner-Hotel Buffet

Hotel: KEEKOROK or Mara simba lodge or similar.


You will wrap up your Masai Mara adventure with a visit to the last primitive Masai tribal village - arguably the most iconic tribal group in all of Africa. While here you watch and can take part in song and dance performances, then later return to Nairobi for urban activities. Side note: It should be noted that once at the Masai village, you may be expected to buy some curio or souvenir from the villagers, though this is not mandatory having paid an entry fee. Nonetheless, be prepared for determined efforts from some of the Masai villagers to try and sell you inexpensive handmade craft items. For some this can be an unpleasant part of the excursion though in totality we feel this is a minor negative that has become a part of the experience and the positive part of the visit outweighs the negative. 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel Buffet, Lunch-chinese food, Dinner-BBQ buffet

Hotel: CROWNE PLAZA or similar.


Have breakfast before you head  to the terrific Amboseli National Park, located in the border area between Kenya and Tanzania, on the border of Kenya. Set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro - with the highest peak in Africa at an altitude of 5,895 meters above sea level, the vast open space of the park allows for stunning views in all directions as well as iconic photo shoots of the animals that roam freely. At this spot, you can find a place to sit, camp and drink coffee as you admire the wonderful world of the wild. 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel Buffet, Lunch-Hotel Buffet, Dinner-Hotel Buffet

Hotel: Kibo safari or Kilima safari or similar.


After breakfast, open Amboseli National Park safari. Amboseli National Park is one of the African resorts. The top of Kilimanjaro near the equator is covered with snow all year round, and the plains below the mountain are beautiful.  Amboseli means "dry lake". Amboseli National Park is one of the best viewing spots for the Kilimanjaro Snow Mountain, with towering snow-capped peaks and flocks of elephants. The landscape here is regarded as a symbol of Africa - sensationally unforgettable experience! 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel Buffet, Lunch-Outdoor dining , Dinner-Hotel Buffet

Hotel: Kibo safari or Kilima safari or similar.


Depart early in the morning with packed breakfast, go to the Amboseli National Park Station of the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway built with Chinese aid, take the first high-speed sightseeing train (first-class seat) in Kenya's history, and pass through the world's largest wildlife national park - Tsavo Country Park, heading to the Indian Ocean coastline - Mombasa, along the way, you can also see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, bison, zebras, antelopes and other wild animals, this special experience and the experience of surprise discoveries along the way can also be called  The only one in the world, it's like traveling through time and space.  Upon arrival check in at the hotel. 

 
B: Hotel buffet breakfast (convenient) L: Self-care on the train D: Hotel buffet

Hotel: Leopard Beach Resort & Spa or similar.


Attractions

Free activities all day, dinner is specially arranged to go to the world's top ten wonder restaurants, the favorite of the world's richest people: the Millennium Cave Restaurant, enjoy a super romantic candlelight seafood dinner under the stars. 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel buffet, Lunch-Hotel buffet, Dinner-Candle light seafood dinner

Hotel: Leopard Beach Resort & Spa or similar.

Free time all day. 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel buffet, Lunch-Hotel buffet, Dinner-Hotel buffet

Hotel: Leopard Beach Resort & Spa or similar.


Attractions

Free at the hotel in the morning, go to the railway station at noon, take the first high-speed sightseeing train (first class seat) in the history of Kenya, pass through the world's largest wildlife national park - Tsavo National Park and return to Nairobi, upon arrival, transfer to Nairobi Airport, take a plane  Return to the warm home (recommended to book flights that take off after 22:00 in the evening) 

 
Meals: Breakfast-Hotel buffet, Lunch-Convenient, Dinner-N/A


  The order of itinerary may change without any notice depending on weather situations or for some other unforeseen circumstances.

  The order of activities held during the tour is planned by the tour guide. So, it may be different from what is mentioned on the tour page. On fewer occasions, Tour Guide has to skip an attraction or few during the tour depending on weather, traffic, group interest or some other reason.

  Some attractions are seasonal. So, when they are closed they will be replaced with some other attraction.

  You can skip some optional activities during the tour and plan something on your own. Make sure that you coordinate with Tour guide and stay with the group with next activity. Please note you cannot stay on the bus if you skip some optional activity.

  Probable hotel names are mentioned in the itinerary. It can be similar or a different hotel of the similar rating. Exact Hotel details can only be provided one day before the departure.

  Maximum 4 people of any age can stay in 1 Room in the hotel.

  These tours are conducted in a group. A group can have people of several cultures. We expect each person to coordinate with Tour guide to make sure things are on track.

  Though attractions are optional but you have to at least take 2 attractions.

Pricing


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What's Included

 5 star local Hotels or Campsite
 
  Meals as listed
 
  professional English driver guide
 
  Four-wheel drive off-road 9-seater
 
 One complimentary bottle of mineral water per day

  Passengers will be picked up and dropped off at their chosen locations. (Please take notice of locations and times of pick up)

  All tours are carried out in air conditioned bus. We may also use a minivan depending on the number of people booking the tour.

  A professional tour escort will be with you throughout the tour.

  Tour package price includes all the taxes.

  Free Airport pick up is available on this tour. The Tour Package price will not include Mandatory Tour Guide tips for Airport Pickup.


What's Excluded

 Itinerary and meals outside listed.
 
 Travel insurance & additional expenses caused by force majeure.
 
 Other personal expenses.
 
 Guide and driver tips: USD120/pp.

 Fares for air travel and transport from home to and from the location chosen for pick-up.

  Airport pickup service charges $12/person.

  Expenditure for personal purposes.

  Fee for all Optional Activities and entrance paid in cash to the tour guide. He will arrange tickets for the whole group. Some attractions might be closed on public holidays. Seasonal attractions will be closed after a certain time and itinerary will be changed based on it. Optional activities price may change or can be different as displayed on the website.

  A minimum tip of $12 per passenger per day for Tour Guide and Driver is not included in the price of the tour package. Pay it in cash to Tour guide and bus driver. This service fees collected from passengers complement the incomes of the driver and the tour guide.

  Travel insurance.

  Though the meals are excluded,but the guides will arrange them for you.

  Room fees of personal nature, such as, laundry fees, telephone, service fees of valets, expenses on alcoholic drinks and what you buy from the mini bar. However, specified fees may be included.

Important Notice: Passengers are discouraged from purchasing admission packages from sources outside and trying to use them for this tour provided at a discounted price. In case they want to do so, they must arrange transport the same day.


  All the prices are listed in USD.

  Any Amount paid in cash to the Tour Guide is not refundable.

  Tour display price is based on double occupancy. It is the price each person will pay if a group of two is traveling.

  Prices may change without any notice.

  Prices include hotel accommodation, transportation and taxes.

  Admission Tickets to different places and meals are NOT included in the tour price.

  Mandatory Tip for tour guide and driver are NOT included.

  Only the tour guide can purchase entrance tickets for you. Pre-purchased tickets are NOT acceptable.

  There must be at least one passenger of 18 years for every booking made with GoldenBusTours. For Children between the age group of 2 to 14 years, a different price will be charged. Please refer to Child price on our pricing calendar. Child Age may vary between different bus operators. Maximum 4 people of any age can stay in 1 Room in the hotel. If the 5th person is infant you will be charged normally then with the second room as an expense.

  Activities are optional though, but each customer has to participate in 2 activities at least. No city pass allowed. Some attractions are mandatory. Each customer has to take part in them and have to pay for them in cash.

Departure Location

Departure Location

  • Customers will be picked up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Return Location

  • Airport drop-off is arranged based on your flight departure time.

Important Notes

  Arrive at departure location 10 to 15 minutes before the mentioned time to make sure you catch the bus on time. If in case you are late, the bus will not wait for you at the location and ultimately you will miss the entire tour (no refund in this case).

  Return time on the website is just an estimation. Expect some variation always. Time may change depending on traffic and weather situations

  There is a possibility that tour operator may use a shuttle to drop you off at the return location. It usually happens in the case of multiple return locations.

  You can leave the tour at any place only after signing a Tour Departure Form for leaving the tour early.

  Please note that price will stay the same even if you leave the tour early.

  If you have booked a pre-tour hotel stay, then you will have to arrange your own transport from hotel to departure location.

  If you have booked extra night hotel after the tour, then you will arrange transport from drop off point to hotel.

  On West Coast tours some bus operators have a lot of departure locations. A slow start is expected on these tours.

Policies

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Same Cancellation policy would apply even if the cancellation or reschedule request comes because of the COVID. We strictly follow the policy after COVID.
 
No matter the reason for the cancellation, we are forced to carry costly charges from our travel and hotel providers in the form of penalties and fees that are incurred when there is a cancellation of confirmed or pending bookings. As such, there are cancellation penalties or fees incurred.

Determination of the time of cancellation will be done when the notice is received and confirmed by our office. You must make any notice of cancellation directly to GoldenBusTours by email or webmail at the Contact Us section.

Cancellation charges 

⇒  16 days or more prior to departure, 10% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.

⇒  9 to 15 days prior to departure, 50% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.

⇒  8 days prior to departure, 100% tour fees will be charged as cancellation.

Any Amount paid in cash to the Tour Guide is not refundable.

There is no refund for unused features. You forfeit the entire payment when you are a no-show on the departure date and unable to join the tour for any reason including COVID.

An add-on fee of 6% for handling fees is charged in addition to the above penalties. No matter what the reason for cancellation is, the processing fee will be deducted on each refund.

In order for there not to be a cancellation, a minimum number of participants are required. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip although every effort is made by us to ensure that normal operations are maintained. We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure with respect to operating requirements or circumstances beyond control. In case a cancellation is made at any given moment in time before departure, our only liability as GoldenBusTours will be to refund you the amount we received for the booking of the tour. We will try our best to re-book the same or similar tour if the future travel plan suits you. We are not responsible for any cancellation penalties that may have been incurred on any other travel arrangements like separate purchase of air tickets, visa cost, taxi fare etc. We are not liable for any other travel arrangements that have been affected as a result of the cancellations. 

Note: More than 30 days after the completion of the tour, we cannot grant any refunds. Each Cancellation Request must be received in writing by email.

Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection, COVID or any other serious issue. If you reschedule a tour and later decide to cancel it then cancellation charges will be applicable to the original departure date and not to the rescheduled one.

Reservation, Booking & Redemption

Terms & Conditions

Any travel service purchases indicate your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions set out herein.

You are advised to carefully read through and understand these Terms & Conditions before making your booking.


Tour Confirmation

You will get an email immediately once you place an order. Tour Confirmation usually takes 2, 3 days except for urgent order. Urgent orders can be confirmed in a day or even few hours, but we can’t assure success in these cases. On fewer occasions, some of the others may require a longer period of time for confirmation. You are advised not to book airline tickets unless you have received the confirmation.


E-Ticket (Mandatory to be on bus)

Your e-ticket includes complete operator information such as local telephone numbers at your destination. You are required to print the e-tickets and bring them along with you on the trip. They will be needed as proof of purchase.


Changes in Booking

You may incur a fee for any revisions or alterations made to the reservation when the booking has already been confirmed. Cancellation fees may be applied to things such as name changes or corrections. They may also apply to tour date changes or tour itinerary changes. Please note that no departure changes are permitted 72 hours before departure.


Changes in Tour Itinerary

We are continuously striving to improve tour itineraries and features. In the event of unforeseen circumstances that are beyond the control, we do reserve the right to vary the itineraries and to substitute hotels. Duplicate departures may operate during certain peak periods, sometimes in reverse order. As such, hotels may vary from those included on the itinerary pages.

Reschedule

​If you want to reschedule your tour (change the departure date or choose a different tour) then a reschedule fees may be applied. No reschedule request will be entertained within 15 days before the departure date. 

Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection.

Pricing

1. One room can accommodate maximum 4 people. Even if you are 5 people including 1 month old baby you still need 2 rooms.

2. If you can carry your child up to 2 years of age then you do not need to book seats for him. It may vary from one tour to another.

3. Service providers hold the right to change the itinerary and hotel arrangements without any notice.

4. Child (0-9 years) and Single traveler going on the tour have special rates. These prices vary from one tour to another.

5. Meals and Attractions are not included. You can ask your tour guide to try to arrange the meal for you as per your requirements. For attractions, admission fees pay it to the tour guide on the tour.

6. Prices may change without any notice because of prices fluctuation in the market.

7. All prices mentioned on the website are in US dollars.

8. In Case of Bank Wire Transfer customer have to bear Wire transfer fee.

9. Tour package price is inclusive of taxes.

10. Tour Prices are every individual and in view of room inhabitance.

11. Gift coupons are available in limited quantity on first come first serve basis.

Child Rate:

Child rates are applicable for children between (0-12 years) of age. Parents are advised to bring car seats for the safety of their child.

Buy 2 Get 3rd discounted: Get 3rd Ticket on special discounted rates on the purchase of 2 tickets for same room.

Responsibility

1.We highly recommend you to provide your flight details while booking tour with us or at least send us flight details via email 3 days before your tour departure. In case of non-compliance, you will be asked to join your hotel on the first day of tour at your own expense
 
2. Please check our return timings before booking your return flights at the end of the tour. During high season (National and Summer Holidays) book your flights at least 1 hour later than the suggested time.

3. Before booking any tour make sure to go through every detail like tour itinerary, tour price, cancellation policy,  reschedule and refund policies. Tour Guide will be Chinese and English or it can only be chinese based on the group size.

4. You should either bring a printed copy of your E-Ticket or bring it in your smartphone on the day of tour departure. You should also bring a valid photo ID along with your E-Ticket. In the case of any issues for not carrying E-Ticket or Photo ID GoldenBusTour will not be responsible.

5.Make sure to provide a valid phone number so we can reach you in the case of any emergency.

6. Please read all important notes, inclusion, exclusion section, terms and conditions, policies and below notes.

    6a. Tour Operator holds the right to cancel the tour at any time depending on poor weather condition or some other unforeseen circumstances. However, GoldenBusTour will update its customers about the cancellation and shall not be held accountable for charges other than tour fees.

    6b. Change in tour price will not affect any confirmed booking.

    6c. Tour Operator can change the order of itinerary at any time without any notice.
 
7.You will be responsible for your travel documents during the tour.

8.Reach Departure location about 20 to 30 minutes before departure time. Unfortunately, no one will wait for you in case you get in late. The bus mostly has Bus Operator name and logo on it. Even if you are five minutes late and miss the bus then GoldenBusTours or Tour Operator will not be responsible. There will be no refund in this case. You will be charged 100% tour fee.

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