Ameliya's Itineraries
SAND, SEA, AND SAFARI | 7N/8D
SAND, SEA & SAFARI
Experience the thrill of the Masai Mara, where wildlife and Maasai culture create an unforgettable adventure. Enjoy year-round game viewing, hot-air balloon safaris, bush dining experiences, walking safaris and incredible sundowners.
Then spend your time unwinding at a beach. Dive into Zanzibar’s crystal-blue waters, where coral reefs, sea turtles, and playful dolphins await. Immerse yourself in the island’s rich cultural blend of African, Arabic, and European influences, with the rhythmic beats of Taarab music and the history of the spice trade.
Your ultimate safari and island escape await!
AMELIYA SIGNATURE SAFARI EXPERIENCE:
- 7 Nights and 8 Days
- All meals, accommodations and internal flights included.
- Game Drives, Bush Walks, Snorkeling, Kayaking
- Blend the African savanna with white sand beaches, tropical waters, and lazy days on the shores of the Indian Ocean
- A perfect Romantic Itinerary for a Honeymoon Safari in Africa or to celebrate those special moments with your loved ones.
Rates
| TIMING | MID SEASON | HIGH SEASON | FESTIVE SEASON |
| RATES PER COUPLE | $15,570 | $18,525 | $18,220 |
MID-SEASON – 01 MARCH TO 30TH APRIL, 01ST JUNE TO 30TH JUNE, 01ST SEP TO 21ST DEC
HIGH SEASON – 4TH JAN TO 29TH FEB, 1ST JUL TO 31ST AUG
FESTIVE SEASON – 22ND DEC TO 03RD JAN 2024
Please Note-
- TCS will be applicable for all Indian citizens going abroad, as per Government of India regulations.
- Starting October 1, 2024, the government of Zanzibar will require all visitors to purchase mandatory travel insurance through their official website. You will need to purchase this policy in addition to your personal travel insurance policy. The cost of the insurance will be $44 USD per person for adults, and 50% for children from 3-17 years, and free for children 0-2.
Booking Notes
- All costs are in USD. We accept all currencies, and ongoing exchange rates apply.
- All costs are subject to change and we reserve the right to review published rates in the event of fluctuations or policy changes at partner lodges/reserves.
- All Indian Citizens are required to pay a TCS for traveling abroad as per government of India regulations.
- Standard check in time at most African camps is 12:00 PM and checkout time is 10:00 AM. Meal services begin at lunch on check-in, and end at breakfast at check-out.
- We strive to deliver the best tailor made safari experience and are happy to customize your trip as per your needs.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation, all meals, tea/coffee, evening snacks
- Scheduled charter flights to Mara & back to Nairobi.
- Domestic beer & wine and select liquor, safari sundowners, bush breakfasts, and WIFI.
- Activities as indicated on the itinerary
- Domestic Wine, Beer & Liquor in National Parks.
- Laundry services
Exclusions
- Goods & Services Taxes as applicable
- Tips, international flights & transfers, additional activities, visa fees, travel & medical insurance, exclusive vehicle.
- All other expenses not mentioned in the “inclusions” above will have to be borne as additional expenses by the participants
- National Park & conservancy fees.
- flight to Zanzibar and transfers, and anything not mentioned under inclusions.
Day - Wise Itinerary
Day 01:
Fly from Nairobi Domestic Airport to Masai Mara on a Scheduled Charter Flight (45 minutes). Upon landing in Masai Mara you will be met with your guide and transferred to your Luxury Safari camp where you will spend the next 4 days. (All inclusive of meals, safaris, drinks and laundry)
DAY 2/3/4:
Your mornings will begin with a wake up call before sunrise – classic for any safari experience. Once you are fresh and ready, you will be met by your guide for a briefing over a hot cup of coffee, and a light breakfast, before you head out. The crisp and cool air of the early morning will flow through you as you drive into the bush, the sun coming up from the horizon, casting a godly glow on the savannah and the everything around you coming to life – Africa in all its glory.
During the safaris, you will learn how to identify and track different species of animals, learn their behavior and best ways to observe/photograph them, conservation practices , and communities that live in the area and much more.
After the morning safari, you have some time to unwind, enjoy the bush library, get a massage or just take in the sights and smells of Africa from your deck.
In the evening you will head out for another game drive, and have an iconic African sundowner. The drive back after the sunset will be a perfect night safari experience looking out for nocturnal creatures. Back at camp, a hot fire awaits along with drinks and a three course meal.
Note:
This is just how a typical day looks like in Africa. However, it can be modified to suit your personal needs and taste. Other activities such as walking safari, balloon safari, village visit, etc. are specific to the camps chosen and can be arranged at prior notice.
DAY 05:
Check-out from camp after breakfast and drive to the airstrip for a flight back to Nairobi. Transfer from Domestic airport to the International Airport in Nairobi for a flight (1.5hr) to one of the most iconic locations in the world – the island of Zanzibar. Drive to Elewana Kilindi Resort (1.5 hr) and check in by lunch time.
DAY 6/7:
Kilindi’s quiet sanctuary has established a reputation as a top couples hideaway in Zanzibar. Fringed by casuarina trees and set on a magnificent private beach of pure white sand, it offers luxurious accommodations in 15 domed pavilion-style villas, spread across 50 acres of lush tropical gardens. Each stunning villa has a private plunge pool with water features and a waterfall. A bathroom adjoined by an open-fronted walkway offers a revitalizing rainfall shower. Each villa has a vantage point over the breath-taking views of the kaleidoscopic Indian ocean and bay traversed by traditional dhows. This is a couples only all inclusive resort (All 3 meals, drinks, sundowners, and laundry included)
DAY 08:
After breakfast in camp, depart to the International Airport to collect your bags and connect with your onward travel.
Accommodation
Eagle View, MASAI MARA
Eagle View, MASAI MARA
Saruni Eagle View has nine Viewpoint tents built on elevated platforms: six are double tents and three are family tents that have two bedrooms each. Each tent offers raised canvas ceilings for a spacious feeling, soothing earth colouring, and a king-size, double or twin beds comfortably fitted with fresh white linen and indulgent duvets. Each tent has a private bathroom area featuring toilets and two showers, one inside and one open-air “safari shower”. All rooms have a private elevated viewing deck offering exceptional views of Mara Naboisho Conservancy.
Amenities
- Complimentary in-tent Wi-Fi
- Indoor & outdoor shower
- Fan
- Private verandah & living area
- In-room safe
- Exercise mat
- Solar electricity
Kilindi Zanzibar, TANZANIA
Kilindi Zanzibar, TANZANIA
15-domed Pavilion Suites, nestling amongst a 50-acre tropical garden estate, are the perfect intimate retreats for all who stay at Kilindi Zanzibar. The Pavilion Suites have their own private plunge pool, and possess extraordinary ‘rainfall’ shower rooms that truly give the liberating feeling of being at one with nature. The windows are glassless being instead replaced with traditional wooden shutters that allow the sea breeze to permeate throughout the room. The Pavilion Suites complex extends to a separate Shower Room Pavilion annexe that provides a rainfall shower, his and her vanity wash basins, and a toilet and affords views across the gardens to the ocean beyond.
Each domed Pavilion Suite includes:
- Adjoining ‘rainfall’ shower Pavilion
- Private plunge pool
- Day Pavilion, sun terrace with lounge furniture
- In-room electronic safe
- Internal telephone system
- WiFi available in both the main areas and Guest Pavillions
- Room service from guest ambassador
- Laundry service
Locations
Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Masai Mara, the land where iconic wildlife and fascinating cultures team up to provide every traveller with an unforgettable experience. This location offers a front-row seat to one of nature’s greatest spectacles – the Great Migration. Opt for a Hot-Air Balloon Safari and watch the sunrise unfurl across the endless plains, or visit local villages for a fascinating glimpse of traditional Maasai culture. The Mara is also suitable for wildlife viewing all year around even without the migrating herds, due to the high number of other herbivores and carnivores – none of which migrate. In the low seasons you witness the landscape drenched in greenery, newborns of antelope species and a high level of predator activity. Stay at a private conservancy and enjoy superb, crowd-free game viewing, off-roading and night drives which are otherwise not permitted in the park.
Zanzibar Beach
Zanzibar Beach
Escape to Zanzibar Island, where Tanzania’s azure shores offer the perfect retreat after your safari. Relax on white sand beaches, explore vibrant coral reefs, and dive into the island’s rich cultural tapestry, influenced by Arabia, Persia, India, and Europea. Discover the beauty of mangrove forests teeming with monkeys and the tranquility of this enchanting island.
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Payment Terms & Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
Payment Terms
- All tours operate on 100% advance payment.
- 50% need to be paid at the time of booking, 25% is due 120 days prior to the trip start date and 25% 90 days prior.
- The preferred mode of payment is Bank Wire. All card transactions will incur a 3.5% service fee.
- Rates are subject to change and are not applicable for Christmas/New Years. Rates are valid for 2024 only. Rates for 2025 will incur a 10% hike.
- Any changes in government taxes and park/conservancy fees have to be borne by the guests.
- We reserve the right to revise any published costs without prior notice. However, confirmed bookings will be honoured.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- 50% is non-refundable once the payment is done.
- The remaining amount will be refunded if cancellation is done 120 days prior to the tour start dates. Between 90-120 days, 35% is refunded.
- No refund if cancellation is done between 0 – 90 days of the trip start date. Amendment in dates within 90 days from arrival is treated as a cancellation.
- Please note that the date of written communication (e-mail) of intent to cancel will be the date considered for the calculation of the cancellation fees.
- The cancellation amount is calculated as per the total booking amount and not as per the advance deposited.
- No refunds in case of refusal to use a service/activity mentioned in the itinerary.
- All refunds are processed minus bank charges.
