This safari features the District of Karen outside Nairobi and the world's top game park, Masai Mara, famous for its plains of predator and prey, and the annual wildebeest migration. This tour allows you to delve into the contrast of Colonia Africa via Blixen’s life on the coffee plantation vs the true Africa that Kenya's wildlife displays without fail - The Real Out of Africa Experience. You will be met at the airport on arrival in Nairobi and be transferred to your hotel in the ancient Karen Blixen home outside Nairobi. The next morning you can stay in town to enjoy sightseeing at the Karen Blixen Museum, Elephant Orphanage, and Giraffe Manor. Continue on to the plains of Masai Mara. The small size of the park funnels animals into a tight space creating great viewing, while off-road driving allows you to venture into plains covered with hundreds or even thousands of animals. This park has the highest concentration of game in all Africa and provides your best game viewing. At night, relax with a great meal and listen to stories by the fire. There is no substitute for a tented safari - and the sense of being connected to the land. Return to Nairobi for some final souvenir shopping and a farewell dinner. Note: The great migration is a natural phenomenon that occurs each year as wildebeest and zebra herds migrate. Following their food source, this migration moves into Masai Mara in Kenya approx Aug-Sept. Speak to your travel advisor for more details.

Nairobiis the least expensive arrival city for flights with a full range of hotels and local attractions. Dubbed the “Safari Capital of the World,” cool, clear and cosmopolitanNairobiis the natural departure point for most safari itineraries. A city of contrasts, it is simultaneously the largest, the youngest, the most modern, the highest (1700m) and the fastest growing city inEast Africa. High-altitudeNairobienjoys a pleasant tropical climate all year round. There are ATMs and banks to stock up on cash, great restaurants, and malls where you can purchase any forgotten items.

You will receive a private airport transfer to/from the airport.

In the event of serious illness, all travellers are covered by Flying Doctors Insurance. This covers the cost of emergency air evacuation service needed to fly back to Nairobi for treatment. This insurance does not cover the cost of medical treatment.

The Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages are situated in the close knit, slightly far out suburb of Karen, about 20 miles from downtown Nairobi. The cottages can fit up to 30 guests in total, with 3 of the cottages offering 2 bedroom suites and a living room space. These are designed in tasteful elegance, so as to preserve an Old Africa feel. The Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages is recognized for its culinary excellence, with many of the locals regularly visiting to indulge in the extensive menus. There is also plenty to do onsite, such as getting involved in the numerous board games and shows that take place on the grounds. There are also tours around the area if one wants to get familiar with the wildlife and parks.

Overnight at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages.

Private guide and driver for the day in Nairobi.

Enjoy a visit to the Giraffe Center where you can hand-feed the giraffes. Then stop at the Karen Blixen house - made famous in the film "Out ofAfrica". If you are interested in the local jewelry you can visit the Kazuri Bead Factory, it's an all-woman craft workshop that is renowned for making fabulous clay beads and jewelry.

Overnight at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages.

Masai Mara is the northernmost portion of the larger Serengeti ecosystem and features the best game viewing in the region. The small size funnels animals into a tight space, and park rules allow for off-road driving which means that guests can venture into plains covered with hundreds or even thousands of animals. Take an optional hot air balloon ride over the plains, with the opportunity for amazing pictures of the animal herds below.

This morning you'll meet up with your guide and head off to the Masai Mara. The drive will be about 5 to 6 hours.

This afternoon's game viewing will be exciting as you are searching for game with your private guide and driver. The leopard is difficult to see as it moves fast and is very shy. If you're lucky there is a good chance to spot them around water holes or up in a tree after a long, hot day.

Kensington Mara West Camp has been revamped and relocated to what is surely one of the best views in East Africa. Perched elegantly on the Ololoolo escarpment, forming the western boundary of the Masai Mara Reserve itself. This is the authentic Out of Africa experience where much of the original film itself was filmed & produced. The camp borders the remote and beautiful western edge of Masai Mara National Reserve. Kensington Mara West provides nature lovers with deluxe accommodations while experiencing the sights and sounds of an unforgettable African safari. Tents offer rustic charm surrounded by grassy fields. Chalets are perched in secluded spots on an escarpment edge overlooking the vast plains of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, giving tremendous views and a sense of private exclusion.

Overnight at Kensington Mara West.

Masai Mara is named after the traditional inhabitants (Maasai) and the Mara River. At some point during your stay in the Mara, you'll drive by the river, which is a great place to spot wildlife. This area is a photographer's delight where with any luck you'll be able to take amazing pictures of the hippos and elephants in the water.

Sign up for optional activities (not included in tour price); guided nature walk, hot air balloon ride, cultural tours and more. You can also arrange to volunteer for the day at Mara West and pay any associated fees directly on-site. Volunteer activities range from individual to community projects.

On today’s afternoon game drive the choice is up to you: search for the Big 5 or expand your horizons to discover something different. Masai Mara not only has a rich mix of animals – it also has an incredible array of bird life with almost 450 different species.

Overnight at Kensington Mara West.

Enjoy a walking safari with your guide down the escarpment to where your vehicle awaits. This is a rare chance to spot game on foot and take in some of the most magnificent views of Masai Mara.

Today you'll set out early on your morning game drive with your private guide and vehicle. The Mara is most famous for its exceptional population of game and the annual migration of zebra, Thomson's gazelle and the wildebeest from the Serengeti every year from July to October.

This afternoon you'll meet up with your guide and head out on your game drive. Mara is one of the few places you could spot the rare rhino. Stay alert as you track these elusive lumbering giants.

Overnight at Kensington Mara West.

Your guide will drive you from Masai Mara to Nairobi, with short stop-overs for refreshments and souvenirs. Be aware that during this commute you will drive across some unfinished patches of road. This drive will take approximately 6 hours.

Includes opportunity to visit local handicraft markets to shop for souvenirs.

Before leaving that night, stop by the Kensington office for free use of Internet, lounge, showers and drinks. If you like, we can make reservations for dinner at a local restaurant as well. Please let us know in advance and if you are vegetarian.

Depart from Nairobi international airport - end of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart.