Kenya Safari & Mauritius

Combine 3 nights on safari in Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve with 7 nights in a boutique hotel in Mauritius.

The large numbers of predators, the huge abundance of wildlife and the dramatic rolling plains make Kenya's Masai Mara one of the most popular and spectacular safari areas in the whole of Africa.

When the Wildebeest Migration rolls in (late July – early November) the game viewing becomes even better.

From the Masai Mara, fly on to the Indian Ocean and relax in a boutique hotel in Mauritius.

Mauritius has beautiful beaches, plenty to see and some excellent boutique and luxury resorts.

This itinerary is perfect for first time safari visitors, couples and honeymooners and is a great way to combine a Kenya safari with a relaxing Indian Ocean beach holiday.

As with all of our Safari & Beach holidays, this one can be adjusted to suit your interests and budget, so just let us know your preferences.

Day 1: UK to Nairobi

Overnight flight from UK to Nairobi.

Day 2: Masai Mara, Kenya

On arrival into Nairobi, you will be met and transferred to the domestic Wilson Airport for your flight to the Maasai Mara.

Your guide will meet you on arrival and drive you to your preferred camp in the Maasai Mara area.  

After lunch, enjoy game viewing activities.

Overnight Masai Mara. All meals and game activities included.

Days 3 - 4: Masai Mara, Kenya

After a light breakfast before sunrise, head out on a morning safari, returning around 9.30 for a full breakfast.

The rest of the mornings are free to relax before a safari activity in the afternoons. Return to the camp just after sunset.

Overnight Masai Mara. All meals and game activities included.

What Camps & Lodges do you use in Kenya?

We're careful with our choice of safari camps and lodges in Kenya but luckily there is plenty of quality choice.

Your Kenya safari accommodation options include boutique, luxury safari camps, eco-camps, permanent tented camps and mobile or adventure camps.

Safari Lodges in Kenya are generally something akin to a mid-range hotel room, with similar facilities. Many have swimming pools.

Kenya's boutique lodges and camps can be very stylish and smart in terms of design and decor, often with very spacious rooms. Some feature private plunge pools.

Safari Camps in Kenya normally consists of heavy canvas luxury tents with fixed roofs and en-suite facilities with shower and flush toilets.

Eco-camps and smaller tented camps also have insect-proof tents, with beds, bedding, en-suite bathrooms and safari showers.

The atmosphere is usually very convivial with communal dining and camp fires in the evening. The focus is on the wildlife viewing.

Camps often have 'safari showers' which are private cubicles in the tents. Water is heated by the staff who will then let you know your shower is ready and fill your bucket. You control the flow of water.

Adventure camps are much more basic, with smaller, mobile dome-tents with mattresses on the floor. There is no en-suite. It's akin to summer camping in the UK. You'll need your own sleeping bags and towels. There is some degree of 'roughing it' with the camping but otherwise the safari facilities are the same - so it's a great way to save if you're happy campers!

This particular itinerary is based on staying in luxury safari accommodation.

What about taking bags on Safari Flights?

Luggage should be kept to a minimum, especially if you will be travelling via light aircraft.

In East Africa the limit is typically 15 kg per person. This should be in soft bags as opposed to hard suit cases in order to fit in the baggage compartment on small aircraft.

On road safaris the weight and size allowance is not as important but you should still try to bring as little as possible.

What Clothing is Suitable on Safari?

For game viewing it's best to wear grey, brown, khaki or green coloured clothing so the wildlife is not alerted to your presence.

Camouflage clothing is not permitted in some countries so bear that in mind.

A complimentary laundry service is offered at many camps and lodges so bear that in mind when deciding what to take with you.

We have a more detailed 'packing suggestions' in our Travel Essentials section.

How long have you been organising holidays to Mauritius & Kenya?

We've been organising tailor made holidays to Mauritius & Kenya since 2009.

We use a very reliable local partner in Mauritius for our tours and transfers and to assist our clients in Mauritius. They are a family owned company who are one of the most established and respected local travel companies.

We keep up to date with developments in Mauritius & Kenya with regular visits and through our local contacts.

Which Airlines do you use?

We work with all the major airlines flying to Kenya & Mauritius.

For this particular Kenya and Mauritius combination, Kenya Airways and British Airways are the usual options.

Emirates, Qatar Airways, KLM and Air France are other airline options we will often also consider.

If you have a preferred airline, just let us know - everything is flexible!

Which Hotels and Safari Lodges do you use?

We're careful with our choice of accommodation in Mauritius & Kenya, but we're guided by our customers also. If you have some preferred hotels or lodges, just let us know.

We specialise in boutique & luxury hotels and so we will often suggest some of our favourite smaller luxury hotels in Mauritius where we think these will be suitable.

There are some fantastic safari lodges in the Masai Mara and we will suggest those we think best suit your budget and aspirations.