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Magical Masai Mara and Mauritius

Duration
13 nights
Price
£4,049 pp.
Location
Masai Mara Safari, Kenya
Masai Mara Sunrise

Ultimate safari experience with ultimate beaches

Enjoy four nights of safari and seven of beach relaxation on this idyllic itinerary

Embark on an enchanting 11-day journey, starting with a private car transfer to Nairobi's Wilson Airport. From there, take a mid-morning light aircraft flight to the Masai Mara, where you'll be welcomed by a safari guide and a 4x4 safari vehicle. Enjoy a four-night stay at Basecamp Masai Mara, complete with all meals, drinks, and thrilling game viewing activities, including 4x4 game drives, guided walks, and a captivating hot air balloon ride. Immerse yourself in the vibrant wildlife of the Masai Mara, with special attention to the renowned wildebeest migration if visiting between July and November.

Return to Nairobi for a short layover before catching a Kenya Airways flight to Mauritius, where you'll be met and transferred to the luxurious Le Telfair Hotel for a seven-night escape. Days at Le Telfair are filled with rejuvenating spa sessions, picturesque rounds of golf, and aquatic adventures like snorkeling and boat excursions to nearby islets. Explore Chamarel's Seven Colored Earths and cascading waterfalls, savor diverse cuisines at the resort's restaurants, and engage in local culture with dance performances and craft workshops. Unwind on pristine beaches, relishing breathtaking sunsets. Your blissful escape concludes with an evening transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.


Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Off to Kenya

Day 2 Arrive Nairobi

Days 3-5 Safari and hot air ballooning

Day 6 Off to Mauritius

Days 7-12 Blissful escape on Mauritius

Day 13 Last minute relaxation

Day 14 Home time

When to go to Mauritius

Find out the best time to visit Mauritius with our month by month guide.

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January

January is prone to cyclones and rain, so if you're looking for a beach holiday this is not a reliable time to travel.

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February

February is the most active period during the cyclone season in Mauritius, so we would avoid travelling at this time

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March

In March the weather is hot and humid, with sporadic rainfall as the end of the cyclone season comes to a close. It is a popular time for travellers as the temperatures aren't too high.

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April

If you're wanting to travel in April expect hot weather with temperatures rising to 30 degrees with increasing humidity levels.

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May

May is one of the best and most popular month to travel to Mauritius, with temperatures hovering over the 25 degrees mark, with easing humidity making for a comfortable climate.

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June

During June the temperatures cool to 24 degrees due to the trade winds on the east and south coast of Mauritius, offering warm and sunny days.

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July

The temperatures cool again in July, as the trade winds pick up making some of the more open beaches less sheltered and breezy. It is a popular time to travel due to the summer holidays starting in the Northern Hemisphere.

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August

Much like July, August experiences increased winds with warm days perfect for watersports and the islands more sheltered beaches. During the evenings temperatures become cooler and you may appreciate a few more layers.

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September

In September the trade winds die down and temperatures rise once again, making it the perfect time for snorkelling as diving as the water clarity increases thanks to the calm weather conditions.

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October

October is the islands driest month with temperatures exceeding 25 degrees. If you love nature Mauritius is overflowing with exotic flowers and wildlife as everything comes into bloom, making it the best time for mountain hikes and trips to the country's national parks.

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November

In November temperatures start to rise again, as does the humidity as the country progresses into its cyclone season. The weather can be unpredictable with small rain showers, meaning it is still a good time to travel to Mauritius.

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December

As the festive season looms, December is one of the busiest months for visitors in Mauritius. As humidity builds up, heavy rain showers occur helping lowering the humidity and clearing the heavy skies.

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