Prices in US Dollar (USD)

Easter supplement       21/03/2008-24/03/2008        
Per person                                                           40.00

Double:price per person sharing a double room. Single:single supplement. Triple:price per person sharing a triple room. Quad.:price per person sharing a quadruple room. Infant:per infant under 2 years, child:per child under 12 years, young:per young under 16 years, sharing:sharing with two paying adults.

      Quotation includes:    
1.   Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
2.   Transportation in a chauffeur driven minivan with pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography.
3.   Services of an English speaking driver-guide, game viewing drives and parks entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
4.   All Government taxes and levies.
6.   All meet and greet services.
7.   All arrival and departure transfers.
8.   24 hours stand-by contact number.
9.   Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
10. 7 pax guaranteed window seat in each vehicle.
11. Two-way long range high frequency radio communication in each vehicle.
12. On safari accessories in each vehicle: - First-aid kit, wildlife books, a pair of binoculars, cool box and fire extinguisher.

Quotation excludes:
1.   All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, fax/email bills etc. Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff and driver- guide(s).  Budget approx. $ 2.00 – $ 4.00 per person per day for lodge and hotel staff, $ 1.00 per bag for porters and $ 5.00 - $ 10.00 per person per day for driver-guides).
2.   Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks,
3.   Any local or international flight and departure taxes.
4.   Laundry services.
5.   Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary.
6.   Visa fees (currently US$ 50.00 per passport holder). Visas are available on arrival at international airports or recognized border entry points.
7.   Flying doctors coverage: Optional @ US$ 20 dollars per person.
§    Covers you within East Africa for a period of 14 days. In the eventuality of a medical emergency, you will be airlifted to Nairobi where you will be taken to a good hospital. Hospital bills are born by the patient.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS ONLY A PROPOSAL AND SPACE CONFIRMATION WILL BE ADVISED ONCE WE RECEIVE YOUR BOOKING CONFIRMATION REQUEST.

                                                        Accommodation Information

The Stanley
The New Stanley Hotel was first opened in 1902 as 'The Stanley'. In the passing years modern Nairobi has sprung up around the New Stanley Hotel which with its ideal location and vibrant atmosphere at the corner of Kenyatta Avenue and Kimathi Street, lies in the center of the commercial business district. 

The New Stanley underwent a complete yet sympathetic refurbishment.  The design concept takes on a Victorian Theme, retaining the high ceilings and old world charm of that era while incorporating every comfort and luxury for the traveler of today. 

With this transformation the New Stanley has reinherited its original name, The Stanley.

Mountain Lodge
At 7,200 feel on the slopes of Mount Kenya, Mountain Lodge is ringed by a dense rain forest which comes alive at dusk with a myriad of sounds of creatures all sizes.  Constantly towering the scene are the majestic rocky peaks of Mount Kenya, providing some dramatic photographic opportunities.  This is the adventure offered at Mountain Lodge, regarded by many as having the most consistent high record of animals "visits" and sightings in the area.

Mountain lodge is a two and half hour drive from Nairobi and has 42 rooms each with private showers, toilets and spacious verandahs.  Game viewing throughout the day and evening includes, elephant, buffalo, rhino and waterbuck.  A specially constructed viewing bunker, connected to the lodge by a short tunnel, offers spectacular closer views of wildlife at the waterhole.

Samburu Lodge
Samburu Lodge was opened in July 13, 1963 and is set in a rugged landscape with a backdrop of jagged mountains and its own indigenous animals unique to the region. The landscape, wildlife and vegetation is very different to the lush rolling grasslands of other parks. Samburu is a place for leopard, lion, elephant and crocodile. It is the place of the semi-nomadic Samburu people. A place of thornbush open plains and vast horizons. It gives you a taste of the romance of the desert. Beautifully situated on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro river everything at Samburu is geared to making the most of the lodges spectacular setting.
In the afternoon take a game drive to see the Beisa oryx, Grevys zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and blue legged ostrich - animals unique to this region.
There is a wide choice of accommodation spread up and down the banks the river in cottages, bandas and single or twin rooms. All rooms are complete with a four poster mosquito net.
In the evenings a number of crocodiles climb up the river bank to the edge of the crocodile bar and feast on food left out for them. On a good night guests may also see the secretive, solitary and nocturnal leopard silently arrive to the fresh meat bait put out on a tree across the river. Samburu dancing takes place in the lodge arena daily from 2.30pm to 3.00pm

        
Sweetwaters Tented Camp
Sweetwaters Tented Camp lies in the heart of privately owned 19,000 acre Sweetwaters Game Reserve, enjoying magnificent views across the game - studded plains to the snowcapped peaks of Mount Kenya. Sweetwaters Tented Camp lies in the heart of a 19,000 acre game reserve, a two and a half hour drive from Nairobi. Alternatively, Nanyuki airstrip is a one hour drive away.

Accommodation is provided in luxuriously appointed tents, set under thatch, with en-suite facilities and private verandah. 25 of the tents overlook the waterhole. Within the quaint, orginal farmhouse is the dining room, bar and reception with its superb accommodation, personal service, first class cuisine and outstanding array of activities. Sweetwaters is in a class of its own.

There is also a new Visitor's Information Centre at Morani's Boma, which is a must for all visiting clients staying both at Sweetwaters Tented Camp and Ol Pejeta Ranch House.
A 200-acre Chimpanzee sanctuary has been set up at Sweetwaters Game Reserve, a 15-minute drive from Sweetwaters Tented Camp. 
A visit to this Sanctuary and the 30-minute boat ride (subject to fine weather) on the river among the chimps is a must...  The aim of the project, initiated by Lonrho East Africa, Kenya Wildlife Services and the Jane Goodall Institute, was to set up a colony where chimps could be introduced, rehabilitated and taught to fend for themselves in an area similar to their natural living conditions. Priority is given to orphaned and abused chimps.

Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Set on a plateau in an elevation above Lake Nakuru. The lodge is beautifully landscaped with natural foliage and a startling variety of flower gardens, and is surrounded by electrical fences.
Flamingo Restaurant on the ground floor has an interior section, a patio overlooking the pool, the lodge grounds and the rift valley and serves a buffet breakfast and lunch. Dinner is table d'hote Capacity of 200 people. Rift Valley Bar Ground floor, overlooking a spectacular view of the lake.

All bedrooms are chalets with private shower and WC, mosquito net, verandas with panoramic views of the flamingo pink-rimmed lake. Voltage is 220 volts and 50 cycles, razor outlets operate on both 220 and 240 volts.

Keekorok Lodge
Keekorok Game Lodge was opened in 1965 and lies at the southern end of Masai Mara Reserve, approximately 280 kms from Nairobi. It is sited in the direct path of the annual migration and was the first lodge to be built in the Mara. At the height of the migration, Keekorok is surrounded by a swarming mass of animals and there is hardly need to go for a game drive. Keekorok's charm lies in the liberal use of local building materials. Sand stone, cedar wood and other indigenous materials are used in all rooms and public areas. A 300m walkway meanders through the riverine forest in front of Keekorok with a small bar at one end overlooking a dam where the resident hippo, if he is not on walk about finds his observers as fascinating as they find him.

There are no fences around the lodge, and it is not uncommon to see elephant and buffalo on the perimeter of the grounds or even strolling in.

There is a wide range of accommodation.  Rooms are simple but tastefully furnished and decorated, many with a breathtaking view of the Mara.

The cuisine is of an excellent quality, with the chefs preparing both European and Kenyan delights.

The lodge also has a swimming pool, conference and wedding facilities.

                                                               Terms & Conditions

Booking & Payment Terms
Your booking request has to be made in writing and a 50% deposit is required. The balance has to be remitted at least 20 days prior to safari commencement.

Cancellation policy:
Reservations that are cancelled, reduced in length of stay or reduced in numbers are subject to Cancellation and No Show fees if cancelled within 30 days of the arrival date:
§       30 days to 10 days prior to arrival: 30%
§       09 days to 02 days prior to arrival: 65%
§       Within 48hrs: 100%
Tour leader:
1 bonafide tour leader after every 15 paying clients up to a maximum of 4 - will get free accommodation in half twin(i.e. sharing room). If staying in single, single room supplement will be charged accordingly. The tour leader is free only on accommodation, but other extras i.e. flights and all optional services are charged accordingly.

Drinks:
These are not included in our costs although we do provide complementary mineral water in vehicles.

Visa:
All nationals will require visas for Kenya. The cost of which is US$ 50 per person per entry. We recommend that where possible your clients attain their visas in advance, although they are available upon arrival in Kenya.

Climate:
The climate is hot and sometimes humid. From December to March, when the north-east monsoon blows, it is hot and humid. In April and May heavy rains occur with June to October being the coolest and driest period. The lesser rains fall in November. Temperatures sway between 25 degrees Celsius and 35 degrees Celsius and annual rainfall is about 20mm.

Baggage allowance:
Baggage is restricted to 15kg per person on the domestic flights within East Africa. Soft-sided luggage or duffels are preferable to hard luggage for storage on safari vehicles and on aircraft used within Africa. Large suitcases of dimensions greater than 24" x 17"x 7" are impossible to store in vehicles and on aircraft and should not be used. ( Baggage and personal effects are at owner's risk throughout the tour and baggage insurance for members is strongly recommended).

Shopping Trips

Driver/Guides will only stop at the shops/curios stall, which are recommended by Across Africa. We provide escort at no extra cost to accompany guests on shopping trips so as to help with recommendedation and save.

LIABILITY

Ajabu Africa acts as agent for hotels, transportation services and facilities provided by other parties, firms or corporations and cannot be held responsible for delays, loss, damage, injury or accident, change of itineraries which may occur through the negligence of any individual or company entrusted with such service.

* The rates quoted are subject to change without prior warning or should there be any increases in Park Fees, Fuel, or Vat, Third Party Services or any other circumstances beyond our control in the countries featured in this quote/booking.

* Ajabu Africa cannot be held responsible should airlines discontinue flights on certain routings or change scheduled timetables resulting in missed connections etc. Should an amendment in a routing or itinerary be necessary we will requote you accordingly.

* Please advise your clients to take precautions against malaria prior to the commencement of their holiday.  We recommend they contact their pharmacist for advice as to which prophylactic is recommended.

Force Majeure

The Company cannot accept any liability or pay any compensation in respect to delays or lack of performance affected by 'force majeure'.
Force Majeure means any event which the Company has no control over and even in circumstances where all due care was taken the event could not have been avoided or foreseen. This includes events such as war, or threat of war, riot, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural disaster, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events outside the Company's control.

Insurance

You are strongly advised to take out adequate insurance against all risks for an adequate sum. The Company does not undertake to provide medical care (except to call in the flying doctors transfer service in Kenya and Tanzania) and the Company does not accept liability for any inadequate care provided.

Children Policy

Children under the age of 12 sharing a room with two adults generally pay 50% - 70% of the rate quoted except on air, rail, safaris, adventure programmes or balloon safaris. Children under 7 are not permitted in any tree hotels and most tented camps. Some wildlife lodges and tented camps accommodate a maximum of 2 persons. Other restrictions may apply from time to time. Children rates are available on request.

Law

The Company's contract will be governed by and constructed in accordance with the law of Kenya. Accordingly each party irrevocably submits to the jurisdiction of the Kenyan courts to settle any dispute or matter arising under this contract.