FSR

Nairobi

• The capital of Nairobi is East Africa's most cosmopolitan city. It serves as an excellent starting point for African safari trips around Kenya. Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest city and is a vibrant and exciting place to be. There are some fascinating attractions: its cafe culture, unbridled nightlife, the National Museum, the Karen Blixen Museum and most notably, just 20 minutes from the city centre, wild lions and buffalo roam in the world’s only urban game reserve.

ETA: 0625 hrs from Mumbai by KQ-203

• Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta Airport
• You shall be met and assisted through customs and immigrations
• Transfer to the hotel, 20 minutes drive approximately

Check-in at Villa Rosa Kempinski, Chiromo Rd, Nairobi, Kenya

• Guests can kickstart the day with a hearty buffet breakfast on-site. Facilities and services include restaurants, bars, and conference/event spaces. The spa features nine treatment rooms, a lounge area, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, a steam room, a swimming pool, and a gym.
• 6 Executive & 2 Deluxe Courtyard Rooms are booked for 1 Night under Reference No. Reference No: 11697887
• Early Check in with Breakfast has been arranged for 4 Executive & 2 Deluxe Courtyard Rooms

Visit Giraffe Centre and Karen Blixen Museum

• We propose to depart at 1400hrs, we would need 1hr at each place (Giraffe centre closes by 1700hrs and Karen Blixen by 1800hrs)

Dinner at Tambourin at 1930hrs

• Savour the best of Middle Eastern food in Nairobi at Tambourin Rooftop Lounge & Restaurant at the Hotel.

Overnight at Villa Rosa Kempinski, Nairobi

Breakfast

• In the Hotel at Cafe Villa Rosa from 0700hrs to 0900hrs

Departure from the Hotel at 0930hrs

• Transfer to Wilson Airport for flight to Maasai Mara Departing at 1100hrs to arrive at 1145hrs
• Mara North Conservancy: Situated in southwest Kenya, the Mara North Conservancy is a beautiful private wilderness area spanning more than 30000 hectares. It is home to a spectacular array of plants, reptiles, birds and mammals; including elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah and large concentrations of wildebeest, zebra, gazelle and other migratory wildlife. Leopard Gorge, in the heart of the conservancy, is famous as the setting of countless BBC Big Cat Diaries and National Geographic documentaries. Neighbouring the well-known Maasai Mara National Reserve, this conservancy is vital for sustaining the famous Serengeti wildebeest migrations as well as the endangered African wild dog and black rhino.

Arrive in Mara and transfer to the lodge: andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, Mara North Conservancy (30 minutes drive)

• andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp is situated in the Kichwa Tembo private concession, which neighbours the Maasai Mara National Reserve. In addition to the excellent year-round concentration of wildlife, Kichwa Tembo lies directly in the path of Africa’s spectacular Great Migration. The camp boasts 26 Superior Tents and 8 Superior View Tents. While all the tents look out onto the open grasslands or the shady forest surrounding the Saparingo River, the Superior View Tents boast exceptionally beautiful, uninterrupted views of the Maasai Mara. The generously sized swimming pool is set among the trees and surrounded by lush lawns and spectacular views. Opening up onto incredible Maasai Mara views, the guest areas feature a double-story bar and lounge area with oversized windows offering spectacular panoramas. The dining area surrounds an interactive kitchen and vegetable garden, making food an integral part of the safari experience.

Check-in at andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, Mara North

• 8 Tents are booked in total
• On 4th and 5th September 2025 - 6 Superior View Tents and 2 Superior Tents
• On 6th and 7th September 2025 - 2 Superior View Tents and 6 Superior Tents.

• Includes: Three Meals Daily, Soft Drinks, House Wines, Local Brand Spirit and Beers, Teas and Coffees, Refreshments on Game Drives, Two Safari Activities per day, Laundry, Emergency medical evacuation cover and Transfers to and from the lodge airstrip. One complimentary pair of Swarovski Optik Companion 8x32 binoculars per room to share during your stay. Guides' Journal with illustrated wildlife and vegetation checklist, and an area map with illustrated Star Birds checklist.
• Breakfast is served from 0630hrs to 1000hrs
• Lunch is served from 1200hrs to 1430hrs
• Dinner is served from 1930hrs to 2130hrs
• Poolside Menu available during lunch & dinner for pizzas, quesadillas, salads, and health bowls.
• Italian Menu such as Lasanga, Pastas & Pizzas will be arranged on order.

Lunch at the Camp at 1300hrs

• Freshly Baked Rosemary and Olive Focaccia with Dip, Enjoy our Fresh Shamba Salad, Chickpea and Burgers with Lettuce - Rocket - Creamy Mushrooms - Onion Chutney - Sliced Tomatoes - Blue Cheese -Feta - Gouda, Gobi Matter & Spicy Potato Wedges
• Dessert: Apple Harvest with Clotted Cream, Tropical Fruit Platters, Cheeseboard and Crackers, Ice Cream of the Day & Tea or Coffee.

Game Drive

• 1600hrs: Enjoy afternoon game drive that extends to night game drive till 1900hrs

Dinner at the Camp at 1930hrs

• Tomato Basil Soup, Brown Bread Squares, Fresh Shamba Salad, Char Grilled Summer Salad, Radish & Celery Salad, Dhal Tadka, Cumin rice, Kenyan idiom i.e. beans – corn - potatoes - pumpkin leaves, Aloo Palak, Tomato – Butternut - Broccoli & Halloumi Bake, Snow peas with Sesame
• Dessert: Date Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce, Cheese board and Crackers, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Brewed Tea or Coffee

Overnight at andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Hot Air Baloon

• 0500hrs: Drive you to the launch site. You will arrive at the launch site by 0600hrs, and can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you watch the balloons being prepared for take-off. You will then meet your pilot, who will give you a safety briefing as well as explain what you can expect during your flight. There are basic toilet facilities available at the launch site.
• You will then be loaded into your balloon basket for take-off just before sunrise, at about 0630hrs. The flight will last approximately one hour, depending on wind conditions, and the balloon will land between 0730hrs and 0745hrs.
• Upon landing, you can observe the complete deflation of the balloon envelope. Our vehicles will then transport you a short distance to breakfast.
• Our breakfast is set up on the picturesque savannah plains of the Mara, typically under the shade of a single acacia tree. You will sit down to a full bush breakfast in the Kenyan style, complete with eggs-to-order, fresh juices, waiters in traditional Swahili attire, and, of course, champagne.
• During breakfast, you can also peruse the photos your pilot has taken during the flight, and decide whether you would like to purchase the photos, or any of the other Hot Air Safaris merchandise on display.
• After breakfast, at about 0900hrs, you will have a game drive back to your camp or lodge. Depending on what you find along the way, the game drive usually takes about one and a half hours. The drivers are all experienced safari guides who have attained their “bronze” level guiding certificate from the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association. The drivers have also undertaken strict in-house training to ensure the safety and enjoyment of your game drive.
• By 1030hrs you should be back at your camp, already reliving the memories of the morning’s flight.

Lunch at the Camp at 1330hrs

• Maua Bread rolls with Guacamole Dip, Hippi Salad, Gazpacho Salad, Baby Marrow and Mint Quiche, Roasted Vegetables, Lentil Salad, Vegetable Biryani, Mint and Pea Falafel, Chickpea and Spinach Curry, Potato Bhajia, Warm Beluga Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives, Roasted Beetroot, Carrots and Feta Pesto
• Dessert: Macadamia Nut Tart, Tropical Fruit Platters, Cheese Board and Crackers

Game Drive

• 1600hrs: Enjoy afternoon game drive

Dinner at the Camp at 1930hrs

• Curried Zucchini and Cauliflower Soup, Garlic bread Squares, Slow Roasted Tomatoes and Balsamic, Basil & Feta, Hassel Back Potatoes, Baby Marrow, Roasted Peppers and Aubergine, Palak Paneer, Brown Rice Pilaf, Homemade Chapattis
• Rich Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Ice Cream, Brewed Tea or Coffee

Overnight at andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Breakfast at 0800hrs

• At the Camp

Game Drive

• 0900hrs: Enjoy Morning game drive for about 2hrs
• Bush Walk (exact timings will be briefed at the lodge)

Lunch at the Camp at 1330hrs

• Twisted Bread, Beetroot Dip, Mexican Street Salad, Black Bean & Corn Salad, Feta Spinach & Tomato Quiche, Lettuce & Rocket Shamba Salad, Crumbled Cauliflower with Creamy Spicy Coconut Sauce, Vegetarian Tacos [shredded red cabbage, guacamole, pickled cucumber, pineapple, tomato salsa], Garden Pea and Potato curry, Steamed Basmati Rice, Vegetable Ratatouille, Green Lentil Curry.
• Dessert: Macadamia Nut Tart, Tropical fruits, Chocolate Ice Cream

Game Drive

• 1600hrs: Enjoy afternoon game drive

Bush Dinner at 1930hrs

• Puree of Ginger and Carrot Soup Served with Fennel Rolls, Waldof Salad, Shaved Fennel Salad, Charred Pineapple - Poppy Seed - Red Radish Salad, Green Shambha Salad, Steamed Basmati Rice, Ratatouille Vegetables, Grilled Vegetables, Chick Pea & Spinach Curry, Lentil Bake.
• Dessert: Rich chocolate torte with custard sauce, Cheeseboard and Crackers.

Overnight at andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Breakfast at 0800hrs

• At the Camp

Game Drive

• 0900hrs: Enjoy Morning game drive for about 2hrs

Lunch at the Camp at 1300hrs

• Focaccia Bread with Hummus Dip, Gazpacho, Greek Salad, Moroccan Couscous Salad, Roasted Butternut & Spinach Curry, Rice Risotto, Penne Arabiata, Mushroom & Sage Lasagne
• Dessert: Tiramisu and Tropical Fruit Salad

Game Drive

• 1600hrs: Enjoy afternoon game drive

Sundowner at 1800hrs

• Sip on an ice cold gin and tonic, a sparkling glass of champagne or your favourite cocktail as the dusk gently deepens around you and the sun sinks slowly over a classical safari landscape. The evening sounds of the African bush will slowly quieten as the plains species seek shelter for the night and the predators begin to prepare for their nocturnal hunts.

Dinner at the Camp at 1930hrs

• Chilli Lime Soup, Mango Naan Bread, Water Melon Pico DE Gallo, Kachumbari Salad, Green Shamba Salad, Palak Paneer, Chana Dal, Eggplant Rotolo, Cumin Rice, Kabul Dhal, Poppadum, Potato Bhajia, Grilled Vegetables
• Dessert: Yoghurt Pancetta, Cheeseboard & Crackers, Strawberry Ice Cream

Overnight at andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Breakfast at 0830hrs

• At the Camp

Departure at 1000hrs

• Transfer to the airstrip for flight to Nairobi departing at 1200hrs to arrive at 1245hrs
• Upon arrival you shall be met by our driver guide
• Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International airport for flight back home at 1645hrs by KQ-202