Mount Kenya/Ngare Ndare Forest Tour
Tour Summary: Mount Kenya/Ngare Ndare Forest
This tour is designed primarily to visit, relax and take up the scenery of the many amazing beaches and restaurants on Mombasa’s north and south coast. The tour will traverse the south coast beaches on a separate day than the north coast beaches. See itinerary below for details. This package comes with the option to add activities as described below under “Optional Activities.”
Mombasa is a coastal city in Kenya along the Indian Ocean. Well known as the white and blue city. It has one of the best beaches in Africa if not the world. The onus here is on utter relaxation and tranquillity with the best beaches in Mombasa, Kenya.
Mombasa’s beaches draw thousands of visitors each year The suburb of Nyali is home to the world-famous Tamarind Restaurant and Dhow, as well as the cement silos of English Point, show grounds of the Agricultural Society of Kenya and Mamba Village, and the historic Nyali Golf Club offers squash, tennis and an 18-hole golf course that are accessible to you when you stay at one of the north coast hotels or resorts.
Bury your toes in the soft white sand while watching soothing waves lap the Mombasa shoreline. The aquamarine water of the Indian Ocean stretches as far as the eye can see, meeting the baby blue sky on the horizon. A lovely cocktail refreshes your spirit like the breeze in the swaying palm trees. The seasides of Mombasa melt away your every concern and rejuvenate your body, soul and mind.
You will transported to and from the beaches by boat. Although we recommend 2 to 3 hours at each stop, you will be the final decision maker as to how long to stay and when to depart for the next beach.
Tour Overview:
- Ages 1 – 90, max of 12 per group.
- Tour Duration: 4 days/3 nights. Custom trip add-ons are available if you decide to extend your trip!
- Start & End Point: Your trip will start in Nairobi and end in Nairobi.
- Logistical Transfers to/from start and end point.
- You will be transferred in scheduled charter flights. You will take a 60 minute local flight from Nairobi to the Mombasa. From there you have a 30 minute drive to your hotel!
- Live guide: English, German, Swahili.
- You will be staying at the amazing Serena Beach Resort & Spa!
Departure & Return: Pick up and drop off will be at the beautiful Serena Beach Resort & Spa.
What’s Included:
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office.
- Arranged greetings and transport from the airport to your accommodation – your expert will confirm your meet and greet locations with you.
- Local flights between stops in your itinerary (unless otherwise indicated); One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers.
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary.
- A private driver for tours and transfers.
- Pickup included – A Minibus/taxi air conditioned vehicle will pick you up form your hotel.
- Fresh juice, bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Non-Alcoholic Beverages.
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
What’s Not Included:
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
- Travel insurance;
- Tips for services and experiences;
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare;
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service;
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless noted);
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary;
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees; and,
- Visa, Passport fees and immunization costs.
Additional Information:
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- Trip Suitability: Couple, Family Friendly, Honeymooners, Solo, Infants
- Start Date Flexibility: You can start this tour on any day you prefer
- Customization Options: You can tailor-make this tour to add activities or packages, extra nights stays, make logistical changes, accommodation swaps etc.
Optional Activities:
- Hot Air Ballon Safari
- 1 Day Safari
- Nairobi National Park
- Coffee/Tea Farm
- Catch and Cook
- Fishing
- Giraffe Manor
- Dolphin Spotting/Snorkeling
- Camel Ride
- City Site Seeing
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour
- Mangrove Speedboat Tour
- Catamaran Trip to Lavezzi Islands
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Water Park
- Go-Karts
4 days/3 nights - $1,700 per adult person*
*Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Rooms subject to availability. Per person rate applies to ages 18 and above.
Ages 12 – 17 are charged 1/2 of the per person rate.
Ages 4 – 11 are charged 1/3 of the per person rate.
Free for children 3 and younger.
At Explore Kenya, we want our customers to enjoy the freedom and have the option of being in control of their vacation experience. As most of our Custom tours are two to three days longs, we feel that this will allow our customers greater flexibility in putting together a memorable vacation experience!
Accordingly, all of our “Custom” packages are designed to be used as both standalone or as add on experiences. Depending on your budget and time, you have the option to book just one “Custom” package or several Custom packages to create a longer and more memorable experience!
Itinerary
Upon your arrival to Nairobi an English-speaking Explore-Kenya representative will greet you at customs and immigration. The representative will be holding a clearly marked page board with your name on it as you exit the arrivals hall. This representative will walk you through your welcome package documents and itinerary, and they will answer any questions you may have.
The representative will also facilitate the visa process for you. After completing the visa process, you will continue to the baggage claim hall and passenger pick up. Here you will be met by your driver for a private transfer to the smaller Wilson airport where you will take a 60 minute flight to Mombasa. Upon arrival in Mombasa, you will have the option to visit local shops and restaurants, relax at your hotel or – depending on the time – start your tour!
Arrival – Settle at hotel; meal; 15 minute welcome/meet and greet, remarks and review itinerary; visit local shops/restaurants (optional), relax at your hotel or – depending on the time – start your tour!
Day 1: Let the adventure begin!
Meet your experienced guide who will provide an overview of the day’s adventure and ensure you’re prepared for the trek ahead.
6:00 AM: Departure from Hotel/Residence/Airport at 6am and then drive for 2 and half hours to arrive Nanyuki town at 8.30am. Here you will have a stop over at the equator crossing. This is an imaginary line that divides the earth into 2 hemispheres. north and south. There is a big sign where you will be able to take a photo saying you are now crossing the equator.
Scenic Overlooks: Stop at strategic viewpoints along the route to admire panoramic vistas of the mountain’s snow-capped peaks and the sweeping plains below.
8:30 AM: From here you will proceed for another 15 minutes where you will start of first game drive that will be at least 3hours and this will take you to see the chimpanzee and more wild animals on the northern side of the vast conservancy. Arrive at Serena sweet waters lodge by 2 pm. Here you will have a look at the animals coming to the watering hole in front of the lodge to drink water while you enjoy taking photos of the resident monkeys at the lodge. Enjoy lunch You will drive to the eastern side of the park where you will be able to visit a blind rhino called Baraka. Have additional game drives enroute to the Hotel Dinner and overnight at Kongoni Camp or engage in any of the activities below:
- Marangu Route Hike: Embark on a trek along the Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” famous for its scenic beauty and relatively gentle terrain.
- Mandara Hut Excursion: Hike to Mandara Hut, the first stopping point on the Marangu Route, surrounded by lush rain forest and offering stunning views of the mountain.
- Cultural Interaction: Engage with local guides and porters, learning about their culture, traditions, and the significance of Kilimanjaro in Tanzanian folklore.
- Nature Walk: Explore the diverse ecosystems, lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and moorlands.
Evening: Return to Kongoni Camp
Day 2: Mt. Kenya
7:00 am: Pick up from your Hotel to Mount Kenya through Sirimon Gate
7:40 am :On completion of park entry formalities at the Sirimon Gate, you begin a 3½ hour (9 km’s) hike through forest, bamboo, rosewood and heather zones to Old Moses camp (also called Judmeier Camp) at 3300 meters. We gain 740 meters on the ascent and begin to truly acclimatize. The forest and bamboo are home to hundreds of buffaloes, elephants, bushbucks and a plethora of bird species
11:30am: We hike a little higher about 1 km from Old Moses camp to 3600 meters to see 2 Mount Kenya peaks – Nelion and Batian next to each other. These peaks are climbed only by professional alpinists.
1:00pm: After taking pictures we descend down from 3600 meters to Old Moses camp at 3300 meters for our picnic lunch.
2:00 pm: After lunch we descend down for 9 km’s (1.5 hours) to Sirimon gate where you get your driver guide and transfer back to Kongoni Camp o around 5:00pm.
6:00 pm : Dinner
7:00 pm: Engage in any of the following activities:
- Marangu Route Hike: Embark on a trek along the Marangu Route, also known as the “Coca-Cola Route,” famous for its scenic beauty and relatively gentle terrain.
- Mandara Hut Excursion: Hike to Mandara Hut, the first stopping point on the Marangu Route, surrounded by lush rain forest and offering stunning views of the mountain.
- Cultural Interaction: Engage with local guides and porters, learning about their culture, traditions, and the significance of Kilimanjaro in Tanzanian folklore.
- Nature Walk: Explore the diverse ecosystems, lush rainforests, alpine meadows, and moorlands.
Day 3: Ngare Ndare Forest
7:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel and drive to Ngare Ndare forest. Ngare Ndare forest is a lush indigenous forest at the northern foothills of Mt. Kenya. Azure pools glisten at the bottom of waterfalls and 200 years old trees stretch into the canopy supporting a rich variety of bird and animal life. The forest is a vital corridor that links the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and Northern Kenya to Mount Kenya forest reserve, and one which elephants have been using for centuries. Visitors will enjoy scenery to through the Kenyan highlands , pass the Equator and to Ngare Ndare Conservancy.
12:00 Pm: Lunch
1:30 PM: On completion of formalities at Ngare Ndare you will begin a 3 hour drive to Nanyuki town . Travel to Nanyuki town is on average 3hrs each way.
7:00 PM: We arrive back to Nairobi, transfer you to your hotel/ residence.
Day 4: Departure…
You will have breakfast and check out of your hotel by 11am. You will have a private transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight back to Nairobi. You will then have a private transfer to Jomo International Airport for your trip home! Until next time…
What’s included
- All accommodation stays, tours and activities;
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner;
- A private driver for tours and transfers;
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule;
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office;
- Local flights between stops in your itinerary (unless noted);
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour;
- Arranged greetings and transport from the airport to your accommodation – your expert will confirm your meet and greet locations with you;
What’s not included
- Your international airfare – please let your expert know if you’d like to receive airfare pricing from our Air Team;
- Travel insurance;
- Visas (unless noted);
- Tips for services and experiences;
- Alcoholic drinks (unless noted);
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare;
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service;
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless noted);
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary;
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees; and,
- Passport fees and immunization costs.
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Hotels Nairobi Kenya
Radisson Blu Nairobi Upperhill
Enjoy upscale comfort near Nairobi National Park at the stylish Radisson Blu Hotel in the Upper Hill area of Nairobi. Each of the hotel’s 271 rooms and suites come complete with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and a minibar, along with lovely city or park views. The nutritious Super Breakfast includes excellent hot and cold drinks, fresh baked goods, cereals, an egg and pancake station and much more. Dine on international classics and Kenyan dishes all day in the Larder restaurant, or savor an African-inspired meal beside the open kitchen at the elegant Chop House.
You can also enjoy food and glass of wine at the Alfresco Pool Bar & Grill, then stop by the sophisticated cigar lounge. Stay in shape on your Nairobi trip at the hotels state-of-the art gym or enjoy a relaxing treatment in the spa. Finally, the scenic swimming pool lets you bask in the warm African sun or cool off with a refreshing dip.
