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.
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Day 1: Off to Kenya
Board your international flight to Nairobi, getting ready for a magical adventure
Day 2: Arrive Nairobi
Basecamp vehicle and guides
On arrival you will be collected by private car to Nairobi’s domestic airport, Wilson Airport, in time for a light aircraft flight departing mid-morning for the Masai Mara. On arrival at Masai Mara you will be met by your safari guide and 4x4 safari vehicle and transferred to Basecamp Masai Mara to stay for the next four nights including all meals, drinks (soft drinks and alcoholic drinks), and all game viewing activities.
Days 3-5: Safari and hot air ballooning
Ballooning over the Mara
Three full days to enjoy your safari holiday in the Masai Mara. Year-round, the wildlife viewing in the Masai Mara is some of the best in the world. And the wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara, which takes place between July and November, only serves to increase the spectacle. Activities will include 4x4 game drives, as well as guided walks, picnic lunches, and of course, your hot air balloon ride. We would also recommend visiting one of the local villages with one of the guides to learn about local culture.
Day 6: Off to Mauritius
Mauritius
This morning take the Air Kenya morning flight departing from the Masai Mara back to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. On arrival between you will be met and transferred to the international airport (approximately 45 mins) arriving in time to check in for the Kenya Airways flight for Mauritius.
The flight takes 4 hours, and you will arrive in Mauritius in the early evening. Here you will be met and transferred by private car to Le Telfair Hotel where you will stay for seven nights
Days 7-12: Blissful escape on Mauritius
Coconut on the beach, Mauritius
At Le Telfair in Mauritius, immerse yourself in a week of luxury and adventure. Start your mornings with a rejuvenating spa session or a round of golf amidst breathtaking views. Explore the vibrant marine life with snorkeling and boat excursions to nearby islets. Indulge in exquisite dining at the resort's diverse restaurants, savouring local and international cuisines. Take a day trip to Chamarel, discovering the Seven Colored Earths and cascading waterfalls. Experience the rich culture with local dance performances and craft workshops. Conclude your days by unwinding on the pristine beaches, and enjoying the sunset. Le Telfair offers an unforgettable blend of relaxation and exploration for your escape.
Day 13: Last minute relaxation
Sunset over an infinity pool, Mauritius
After full day at leisure, in the early evening, you will be collected and transferred back to the airport, in time to check in for your overnight flight to your home country.
Day 14: Home time
Arrive home in your country, where your Far & Wild arrangements will end.
Duration: 13 nights
Location: Masai Mara Safari, Kenya
Price: £4049pp
From £4,049pp based on two people sharing for 13 nights, excluding international flights.
This trip includes:
- 4 nights at Basecamp Masai Mara with all meals and safari activities included.
- 7 nights at Heritage Le Telfair in a deluxe suite, half board.
- 1 hot air balloon flight
- Return Nairobi to Masai Mara domestic flights
- All transfers mentioned as included.
This trip excludes:
- International flights to and from your home country. International flights between Kenya and Mauritius.
- Anything else e.g. additional excursions if not listed as included.
- Any activities, meals, or drinks not specified as included.
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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.
February
February is the most active period during the cyclone season in Mauritius, so we would avoid travelling at this time
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.
April
If you're wanting to travel in April expect hot weather with temperatures rising to 30 degrees with increasing humidity levels.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Ruth
Africa, Indian Ocean, and Caribbean Specialist