The Great Migration, 2011
In July/Aug of each year, almost 2 million wildebeest, zebra and gazelles arrive in the Masai Mara from the Serengeti. Join Allan & Tracy Eccles, authors of Pot Plant Owl, on a 4 night itinerary to witness this phenonomen.
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Allan spent 12 years as a pilot/guide escorting high-end clients through Southern Africa's wildlife areas. He had the privilege of working with Clive Walker, Ken Newman & Geoff Lockwood, well-known ornithologists and authors. Tracy is a writer. She wrote the book and also maintained the Web Cam chat room and the blog.
For more information concerning the story and the book 'Pot Plant Owl', click the photo to the left.
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August 2011
(peak river-crossing period)
R 19 990.00 pp sharing
Includes:
Return flights Johannesburg / Nairobi / Johannesburg
Return flights Nairobi / Mara / Nairobi
4 nights up-market accommodation visiting two Lodges in different areas
All meals
Twice daily game drives
All transfers
Excludes:
Airline Taxes (approx R 2 000.00 pp)
Park Fees (approx USD 60.00 pppn)
NB
Exact departure date still to be decided. Expect the first week of August.
Allan & Tracy will join the group subject to a minimum of 10 people traveling
Price is subject to exchange rate fluctuation (quoted at R7.00 = USD1.00)
Day 1
00h40 Depart on Kenya Airways to Nairobi.
09h00.Connect with Air Kenya to the Mara. Transfer to Entim for 2 nights accommodation.
Entim Camp
Entim Camp is an exclusive, unrivalled tented camp accommodating just 10 guests in utmost comfort. Each of the luxury en-suite tents has been individually decorated to provide the ideal blend of colour, texture and ambience. Enjoy the intimate setting of an African night with flickering candles, a glass of wine, and a spectacular view. The dining area provides the romantic background for delightful gourmet food; alternatively dine privately on your own verandah, whilst enjoying the personal service of the local staff, all with in-depth knowledge of the Maasai Mara and its environs. All the elements of romance have been incorporated to provide a unique bush experience. The camp’s purpose is to let nothing stand in your way in re-kindling your bonds with nature, leaving you with an imprint on your heart and a memory of a lifetime. Entim is located just minutes away from one of the favourite 'River-Crossings' points.
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Day 2
Morning and afternoon game drives.
Day 3
Morning game drive through to Governors Camp for lunch. Overnight Governors Main Camp.
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Situated in the west of the Masai Mara, Governors’ Camp has been built along the winding banks of the Mara River, its waters teeming with hippo and crocodile. The entire camp is under canvas, keeping the authentic, traditional safari atmosphere. The 38 spacious tents all boast their own ensuite bathroom with constant hot and cold running water and flushing toilets. Gas and paraffin lamps are used for lighting. The restaurant tent, the open fire place and bar tent are in the centre of the camp. Next to the reception is a small gallery with local paintings and handcrafts as well as a small souvenir shop. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style in the open. Dinner is served in the restaurant tent. For dinner there is usually a menu with various courses. A traditional camp fire is lit at sunset each evening. There are various activities on offer: game viewing in specially designed 4x4 vehicles and, game walks are included in the daily rate while balloon flights over the plains and day excursions to the Lake Victoria can be arranged at an extra cost.
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Day 4
Morning and afternoon game drives. Optional Hot Air Ballooning or visit to a Masai Village.
Day 5
Morning game drive. Flight to Nairobi connecting with Kenya Airways to Johannesburg.
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