Somak Qatar Africa Brochure

www.somak.co.uk Acacia Tree Safari Group departure every Wednesday – accompanied by a safari driver–guide 1 night Aberdares – 1 night Lake Naivasha – 3 nights Masai Mara Day 1 Fly from UK to Nairobi via Doha on Qatar Airways Day 2 Aberdares Transfer to the Somak Safari Lounge to freshen up and store any additional luggage. Depart for the Aberdares (180 km). Lunch, at the Aberdare Country Club and continue to the Ark. The afternoon is at leisure as you relax on the deck overlooking the waterhole. Overnight: The Ark Day 3 Lake Naivasha Drive to Lake Naivasha (220 km) where over 450 species of birds have been recorded. In the afternoon enjoy a boat ride on the lake. Overnight: Lake Naivasha Country Club Day 4 Masai Mara Drive to the Masai Mara (270 km), home to countless animal species including the 'big 5' and a multitude of plains game. Afternoon game drive. Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp Days 5–6 Masai Mara Enjoy two further full days in the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp Day 7 Depart Return to Nairobi by road (330 km), or fly from the Masai Mara to Nairobi (optional extra). Lunch at the Somak Safari Lounge. Return to the UK This 5-night safari visits a contrasting trio of parks, the Aberdares, Lake Naivasha and finally three nights in the world-famous Masai Mara. Included is a boat ride experience on Lake Naivasha. Highlights ✯ Overnight at a tree lodge in the Aberdare National Park ✯ Enjoy the beautiful serene Lake Naivasha ✯ A boat ride on the lake ✯ Magnificent game rich Masai Mara What’s included ✯ Professional English-speaking driver– guide throughout (other languages available) ✯ Guaranteed window seat in comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser ✯ All flights and transfers ✯ Park entrance fees ✯ Boat ride on Lake Naivasha ✯ 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners ✯ AMREF flying doctor Add to your experience Day 3 Boat ride on Lake Naivasha (included in the package) Days 5/6 Balloon flight over the Masai Mara from £275 per person Masai Village visit from £35 per person From: £1950 Acacia tree in the Masai Mara Where Next? Maybe relax by the beach in Mombasa or Zanzibar after your thrilling safari. Neptune Beach Resort This quaint, 78 room property, is only a 15- minute drive from Mombasa’s Old Town. Located on the silver sands of Bamburi Beach, it offers numerous hidden lounging spots furnished with couches and reading chairs where guests can relax and enjoy their privacy. Due to its large reception and hallways, this property maintains an open-air feel and is a home away from home. Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa This unique and enchanting resort, reflecting the traditional styles and charm of Zanzibar, is situated on the northeast coast of the island. Designed in traditional African roundhouse style, the hotel has 98 rooms and is set in 6.5 hectares of serene and colourful gardens, leading to a white sandy beach and turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. 15