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Luxury Kenya (With Air)

Everyday Price From

$4,999

10 days

Prices are per person in US Dollars, for land only, based on double occupancy and include fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees and September 11th Security Fee. Prices are subject to change.

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Overview

Small Group Safari - this luxury safari typically has 6-8 travelers; so you can enjoy an intimate, personal travel experience in Africa.

Explore breathtaking Kenya on this luxury safari through Lake Nakuru, Lake Elmenteita and the Maasai Mara.

Costco Member Benefit - Flight from the Maasai Mara to Nairobi

ACCOMMODATIONS include 2 overnight flights & 7 nights in country.

HOW TO BOOK: Choose one of the fixed departure dates listed below, then call our experts to add airfare and personalize your safari with upgrades, extensions, or optional activities.

🦁 Call our Africa specialists directly at 1-888-292-4885 🦁

Locations Visited

Nairobi, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Elmenteita, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara

Countries Visited

Kenya

Travel Style

African Safari, Adventure

Accommodations

9 nights included

Luxury Kenya (With Air)

Luxury Kenya

Itinerary

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Day 1

Depart USA

From the moment you board your Kenya Airways flight you will feel the warm African hospitality that the continent is known for. Sit back, relax, and get ready for a memorable safari vacation.

On arrival at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to the 5-star Nairobi Serena Hotel.

  • Accommodation

    Nairobi Serena Hotel - Standard Room


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    Dinner

After breakfast depart in a 4x4wd safari Land Cruiser that is custom-designed with a pop-up roof for maximum game viewing.

Take a scenic drive to Sweetwaters Serena Camp located in a private conservancy with a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any of Kenya's national parks. Arrive in time for lunch.

During your afternoon game drive, visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a haven established by the Jane Goodall Institute to provide refuge to orphaned chimps and black rhinos.

Return to the camp for dinner.

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    Sweetwater Serena Camp - Morani Tent


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    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by 165 critically endangered eastern black rhinos that roam the conservancy and the importance of their survival. 

After breakfast drive towards Lake Elmenteita with a brief stop at the Thompson's Falls for a breathtaking view of the great scenery, arriving in time for lunch at the 5-star Lake Elmenteita Serena Lodge.

This afternoon, you will proceed to the cliff overlooking the lake for sundowner drinks with magnificent views.

  • Accommodation

    Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp – Deluxe Tent


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, one of the best game viewing parks with various animal species including prides of lion, Cape buffalo, waterbucks, warthogs, Rothschild giraffes, black and white Rhino, Burchell’s zebra, impalas, and the elusive leopard.

Return to camp for lunch. This afternoon there will be an interactive cooking class where you will be taught how to make local African dishes.

  • Accommodation

    Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp – Deluxe Tent


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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Interactive Cooking Class

Embark on a culinary journey where you will immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Kenya and experience a hands-on exploration of the traditional Kenyan cuisine.  

Enjoy a game drive en route to Mara Serena Safari Lodge. Arrive in time for lunch at the camp and some relaxation time.

  • Accommodation

    Mara Serena Safari Lodge - Lodge Room


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

A full day in the Maasai Mara after an early breakfast at the lodge followed by a full day game drive with a picnic box lunch.

Return to the camp for dinner.

  • Accommodation

    Mara Serena Safari Lodge - Lodge Room


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    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

A superb Hippo pool breakfast has been arranged for you on the banks of the world-famous Mara River.

After your leisurely breakfast your Maasai warrior guides you back along the riverbank to your vehicle. Enjoy another game drive as you drive back to the lodge.

At around 4pm, depart on an afternoon game viewing drive. Return to the lodge in the evening.

  • Accommodation

    Mara Serena Safari Lodge - Lodge Room


  • Meals

    Breakfast

    Lunch

    Dinner

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Hippo Pool Breakfast

As the first rays of sunlight paint the landscape in golden hues, witness uninterrupted views of the Hippo Pool and its inhabitants. Savor the serenity of the African bush awakening to the new day.  

After breakfast, transfer to the local airstrip in the Mara for your morning scheduled flight to Nairobi. This is a member benefit for our Costco clients.

Please Note: Luggage restrictions on the Kenya light aircraft transfer flights is 15kg/33lbs in soft bags – including hand luggage.

Transfer to the Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel, where you have the use of a dayroom. Later you will be transferred to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your scheduled flight to the USA

Depart Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Kenya Airways for New York (JFK).

  • Meals

    Breakfast

Arrive in New York on your Kenya Airways flight.

Return home with a lifetime of memories!

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Highlights

  • LUXURY ACCOMODATIONS

  • Enjoy outstanding tented accommodations at Sweetwaters Serena Camp
  • Memorable Experiences

  • Animal sightings on safari such as lion, elephant, and zebra
  • Explore Kenya in a specially designed 4-wheel drive safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for maximum wildlife viewing
  • Visit Lake Nakuru, home to both black and white rhinos
  • See the plains of the famous Maasai Mara, where vast herds of animals roam free
  • Delicious Dining

  • Experience evening cocktails on cliffs overlooking Lake Elmenteita
  • Take an interactive cooking class with the chef of Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
  • Breakfast by a Hippo pool in the Maasai Mara

What's Included

  • Meals: 7 Breakfasts / 6 Lunches / 7 Dinners
  • Costco Member Benefit - Flight from the Maasai Mara to Nairobi
  • Round trip economy International Airfare from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO)
  • Lion World Travel Representative meet and greet upon arrival
  • Accommodation as specified
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Taxes and fuel surcharges
  • All park fees
  • All government taxes
  • Flying doctors' coverage
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Prices are per person in US Dollars, for land only, based on double occupancy and include fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees and September 11th Security Fee. Prices are subject to change.
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Terms & Conditions

Safari Notes:

  • Your Lion World Travel safari includes a “meet and greet” upon arrival. While on safari you will have local experts, rangers, drivers and/or trackers join you on your day tours, game drives and safari activities.
  • *​International Air Included Safaris: Please note that airfares are included on selected safaris only, as noted in the safari "inclusions". Pricing on these safaris includes airfares, fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees, and September 11th Security fee.
  • ​Travel to Africa often requires an overnight flight. For safaris where international airfare is not included, please arrange flights to arrive on Day 1 of itinerary.

Terms & Conditions:

  • All safari prices are per person based on double occupancy.
  • Exclusive Vacation Packages (Small Group Safaris) are based on a minimum of four passengers to operate. 
  • Prices are in U.S. dollars, are true and accurate at time of publishing, are valid for travel as specified, are valid for new bookings only and are available to Costco members residing in the United States.
  • All offers and inclusions are subject to availability and may change or be terminated without notice.
  • A Single Supplement cost applies for solo traveler bookings, contact us for rates.
  • Seasonal surcharges, availability, blackout dates and restrictions may apply.
  • Due to currency fluctuation, as well as government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases beyond the control of Lion World Travel or Costco Travel, the price is subject to change.
  • Any unused portion(s) of inclusions are nontransferable, nonrefundable and not redeemable for cash.
  • Cancellation and change fees may apply.
  • Costco Travel disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or typographical errors.
  • Please note: The supplier for this product, Lion World Travel, is a Canadian-based company. Therefore, individual banks may apply a foreign currency service fee to credit card transactions.
  • Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, and Medical Insurance is required – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this.

Visas

  • United States of America passport holders require visas for Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Visas should be obtained prior to departure either on-line or from the relevant Embassy or High Commission in Washington DC. Visas on arrival will not be issued for Kenya.

Passports

  • For visitors to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Kenya, and Tanzania, passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the intended return date.
  • Passport must contain at least 2 blank visa pages (each) for South Africa and Zimbabwe and 3 blank visa pages (each) for Tanzania, Kenya, and Mozambique.

Vaccinations & Health Precautions

  • Malaria is prevalent in the countries included in this itinerary. It is recommended to consult a doctor or travel clinic prior to travel regarding the appropriate precautions to take.
  • Yellow fever vaccination is recommended prior to arrival in Tanzania and required if arriving within 6 days after leaving or transiting countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Other vaccinations that might be considered before you travel include typhoid, hepatitis A and B, meningitis, and tetanus.
  • For information, visit your family physician or the website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov/travel/.
  • Covid protocols and entry requirements are also in place for visitors to Africa. Requirements vary between countries. Please speak to your Africa Specialist for information specific to your itinerary.

Traveling with children

  • If you are traveling to South Africa with a child/children under the age of 18 you must travel with an unabridged birth certificate, in English, even if both parents are traveling with the child(ren). Airlines will be forced to deny boarding if the required documentation is not produced.

For information on travel to Africa, including potential alerts and warnings, visit the official website for the U.S. Department of State at www.travel.state.gov.

For full details, please refer to our Terms & Conditions or FAQ page.