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SWITZERLAND GROUP
MARCH 2011
KENYA
PROPOSAL INTRODUCTION
Excursions + Kenya Safari Program
PROPOSAL DETAILS
Proposal prepared for: Leisure Lodge
Resort.
Quotation prepared by: Ruth Chege
Date of proposal: 14th May 2011
Validity of offer: March ‘2011.
Number of people: 50 -60pax
Duration: To be advised.EXCURSIONS FROM MOMBASA, Leisure Lodge Resort.
1. Full Day City Tour, Lunch at Tamarind & Haller Park (1
Day)
This tour takes you all the interesting places of the Mombasa. You will be driven towards
Moi International Airport to the Akamba Handicraft Centre where one can find a variety of
products direct from the craftsmen. Drive back to the island and proceed to the Hindu
temple and have a briefing on their belief as you walk around. Proceed to the huge and
famous Tusks over Moi Avenue erected in 1952 in honour of Queen Elizabeth II’s first visit
to Kenya.
Other places to visit include a drive on Mama Ngina Drive and seeing the giant baobab
forest that live for about 1000 years, Fort Jesus; the historic fortress built by the
Portuguese to ward off attacks from the Arabs and a short walk through the Old Town.
This takes you through a maze of twisting alleyways, ornately carved doors and
overhanging balconies. This ancient and impressive maze of architectural wonder will
bring you to the Old Dhow Harbour, which is still occasionally used by Dhows from Arabia
and India.
A visit to the Market is recommended for spices and other produce.
Head for Tamarind Restaurant for Lunch.
The Tamarind is well known for its excellent cuisine and particularly its seafood
specialties. With its stunning setting it is often referred to as the finest seafood restaurant
in Africa.
1500hrs depart Tamarind and drive to Haller Park past crocodile farm along the way.
Enjoy the fascinating and world famous Haller Park. From a wasteland to paradise, the
story of Haller Park is the miracle of turning a barren, lunar-type landscape into an
ecologically sustainable wonder. Over the past three decades, quarries that were
previously excavated by Bamburi Cement for cement production; have now been
transformed into a variety of recreational facilities including forests / nature trails and
game sanctuaries, and crocodile and fish farms. Here a land once lifeless, now thrives
with abundant wildlife and is home to, amongst other animals, hippo antelope, birds,
reptiles, snakes, giant tortoises, crocodiles and giraffe.
As dusk approaches, board you van and drive back to your hotel.
US$75.00 PER PERSON- Using 18 Seater Coaches
2. ½ Day Mombasa City Tour
This tour takes you all the interesting places of the Mombasa. You will be driven towards
Moi International Airport to the Akamba Handicraft Centre where one can find a variety of
products direct from the craftsmen. Drive back to the island and proceed to the Hindu
temple and have a briefing on their belief as you walk around. Proceed to the huge and
famous Tusks over Moi Avenue erected in 1952 in honour of Queen Elizabeth II’s first visit
to Kenya.
Other places to visit include a drive on Mama Ngina Drive and seeing the giant baobab
forest that live for about 1000 years, Fort Jesus; the historic fortress built by the
Portuguese to ward off attacks from the Arabs and a short walk through the Old Town.
This takes you through a maze of twisting alleyways, ornately carved doors and
overhanging balconies. This ancient and impressive maze of architectural wonder will
2bring you to the Old Dhow Harbour, which is still occasionally used by Dhows from Arabia
and India.
A visit to the Market is recommended for spices and other produce.
US$30.00 PER PERSON – Using 18 Seater Coaches
3. 01 Day Shimba Hills Tour
Shimba Hills National Reserve is known for its forested landscape, sharp slopes and steep
valleys. It is not ideal for animal safaris because the African wildlife is difficult to spot in
the dense vegetation. The animals hide in the shade of the forest in order to keep cool
until the early evening. However, you may see the rare sable antelope and many birds on
your visit. Best views are from the eastern side of the park, near Giriama Point, as the
animals move towards the rivers to drink.
One of the main attractions to the Shimba Hills is the impressive Sheldrick Falls, which
cascade 25m (82 feet) over the escarpment. There is a scenic 2km (1 mile) footpath that
takes up to an hour to walk each way. Take a hat, sunscreen and water to drink and keep
a sharp lookout for elephants. A ranger will accompany hikers without charge from 10-
3pm daily. Sheldrick Falls is an idyllic spot for a cool swim and a picnic.
The park has the last breeding herd of beautiful sable antelope in Kenya. They are among
Kenya's largest antelope, with black coats and long, scimitar-shaped horns, which they
were hunted for. They may be seen grazing early or late in the day around Buffalo Ridge.
There are more than 600 elephants in the park and a fenced elephant corridor links the
park with the elephant sanctuary at Mwaluganje Forest. In addition to elephants, there
are also buffalo, waterbucks, hyenas, warthogs, leopards, baboons and monkeys. Maasai
giraffes and ostriches have also been reintroduced to the park.
There are many birds, including 111 different recorded species. There are even more birds
to be seen during the spring migration. Bird shooting is only permitted outside the reserve
1 Day Visit to Shimba Hill National Reserve.
0700 hrs Early morning pick up from Leisure Lodge Hotel and proceed to Shimba
Hills. Enjoy a Mid morning game viewing drive.
1230 hrs Lunch at Shimba Hill Treetops Lodge.
1400 hrs Afternoon game drive.
1630 hrs Depart and drive back to Leisure Lodge
US$90.00 PER PERSON Using Safari Minibuses (06pax per bus)
4. 01 Day Tsavo East National Park.
Tsavo East National Park covers an area of about 12,000 square km, 40% of Kenya's parks'
total area. This vast park lies in low semi arid country at the eastern edge of the inland
plateau, north of the main Mombasa-Nairobi road and railway. Much of the park is level,
open country with scattered rocky ridges and outcrops. Due to its size, the park is one of
the world's wildlife and biodiversity strongholds.
The Yatta plateau, a long, flat topped lava ridge, runs along the western boundary of the
park. Beneath it flows the Athi river which joins the Tsavo river, just above the Lugard
falls, to become the Galana river, a permanent river that cuts right across the park. The
3seasonal Tiva and Voi rivers are important features of the Northern and Southern sectors
respectively.
There are scattered seasonal pools, swamps and dams, but relatively few sources of
permanent water. One of the great spectacles of the park is the Mudanda rock between
Voi and Manyani. This 1 1/2 km long outcrop is a water catchment area which supplies a
natural dam at its base. In the dry season, hundreds of elephants come to drink and bathe
here.
1 Day Visit to Tsavo East National Park.
0700 hrs Early morning pick up and drive to Bachuma Gate for Tsavo East National
Park. Enjoy a Mid morning game viewing drive.
1230 hrs Lunch at Voi Safari Lodge.
1400 hrs Afternoon game drive.
1630 hrs Depart from Bachuma Gate and drive back to Mombasa.
1830 hrs Drop off at respective hotels.
US$180.00 PER PERSON Using Safari Minibuses (06pax per bus)
5. 01 Night / 02 Days Road Safari to Tsavo West
Day 1: Mombasa/Tsavo West
An early morning departure takes you through Mombasa and then towards Voi, capital of
the region to Tsavo West. Depart and with en-route game viewing, drive to Tsavo West
National park arriving in time for Lunch will be served at the lodge. Thereafter, visit
Mzima Springs– an underwater observatory point which provides an insight into the
behavior of hippo and crocodile. Return to Lodge before sunset for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Lodge LDB
Day 2: Tsavo West/Mombasa
Early morning game drive. Breakfast. After breakfast depart with a morning game drive
for lunch at Voi Wildlife Lodge. After lunch drive to Mombasa. Drop off at your beach
hotel.
End of our services
Price includes:
• Arrival and departure transfers with assistance
• Accommodation and meals as indicated
• Park entrance fees
• Minibus with English speaking driver/guide
• Game drives as indicated
Not included:
• International flights
• Visas
• Airport taxes
• Personal expenses like drinks, tips, laundry etc.
• Personal insurance and baggage insurance
US$300.00 PER PERSON Using Safari Minibuses (06pax per bus)
46. 02 Nights / 03 Road Safari to Tsavo East & West
Day 1: Mombasa/Tsavo East
An early morning departure takes you through Mombasa and then towards Voi, capital of
the region to Tsavo East. Lying at the base of Voi Mountain, a massive fortress of rock
named after the town, it provides a gateway into the park. This together with neighboring
Tsavo West forms the largest of Kenya's parks. Enter Tsavo East through Bachuma gate and
spotting game as you go, you'll reach Ndololo Camp in time for lunch.
After an afternoon game drive, proceed to the Voi Wildlife Lodge for overnight.
Overnight: Voi Wildlife Lodge LDB
Day 2: Tsavo East/Tsavo West
Breakfast at the Lodge. Depart and with en-route game viewing, drive to Tsavo West
National park. Lunch will be served at the Severin Safari camp. Thereafter, visit Mzima
Springs– an underwater observatory point which provides an insight into the behavior of
hippo and crocodile. Arrive late afternoon at Kilaguni Serena Lodge for dinner and
overnight.
Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Lodge LDB
Day 3: Tsavo West/Mombasa
Early morning bush walk. Breakfast. After breakfast depart with a morning game drive for
lunch at Voi Wildlife Lodge. After lunch drive to Mombasa. Drop off at your beach hotel.
End of our Services:
Price includes:
• Arrival and departure transfers with assistance
• Accommodation and meals as indicated
• Park entrance fees
• Minibus with English speaking driver/guide
• Game drives as indicated
Not included:
• International flights
• Visas
• Airport taxes
• Personal expenses like drinks, tips, laundry etc.
• Personal insurance and baggage insurance
US$485.00 PER PERSON Using Safari Minibuses (06pax per bus)
57. 02 Nights / 03 Days Flying Safari to Maasai Mara
Day 01: Mombasa / Maasai Mara
Hello & Welcome.
Transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Maasai Mara.
Arrive at the local airstrip in the Mara and transfer to your lodge for lunch.
Buffet lunch at the lodge. Later this afternoon embark on your first game drive in the
Maasai Mara.
Returning to your lodge in time to freshen up for dinner.
Overnight: Keekorok Lodge LDB
Day 02 : Maasai Mara
Wake up call. Tea, coffee and cookies will be served in the camp. Set out for an early
morning game drive in the reserve. This is usually the most popular game viewing time.
During the early hours temperatures are low, thus providing a favorable atmosphere both
for the game and the Viewer. Lion, Cheetah and Leopard roam the vast grasslands in
search for their next meal, it may be an unsuspecting impala or even a small one like the
warthog…whatever the players, the spectacle of nature unfolding is always awe inspiring!
Back at the lodge, enjoy your sumptuous buffet breakfast. Mid morning game drive. Buffet
lunch in the lodge then its time at leisure to relax by the swimming pool. Afternoon game
drive. Return to the lodge before dark. Dinner in the lodge Overnight: Keekorok Lodge
LDB
Day 03: Maasai Mara/Mombasa
Wake up call. Tea, coffee and cookies will be served in the lodge. Set out for an early
morning game drive in the reserve. Back at the lodge, enjoy your sumptuous buffet
breakfast. Mid morning game drive.
Buffet lunch in the lodge then it’s time to transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to
Mombasa.
END OF OUR SERVICE
Price includes:
• Arrival and departure transfers with assistance
• Accommodation and meals as indicated
• Park entrance fees
• Game drives as indicated in the Lodge vehicles.
• Return Scheduled flight from Mombasa including taxes
Not included:
• International flights
• Visas
• Airport taxes
• Personal expenses like drinks, tips, laundry etc.
• Personal insurance and baggage insurance
US$1,105.00 PER PERSON (06pax per bus)
6NB: Please note for more than 15pax we might have take a charter plane as the
aircrafts from Mombasa do not have enough capacity to accommodate many pax on
scheduled flight.
7TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation and No-Show policy :
Reservations that are cancelled, reduced in length of stay or reduced in numbers
(hereinafter collectively called a CANCELLATION) are subject to Cancellation and No
Show fees if cancelled within 60 days of the arrival date:
• 60 days to 46 days prior to arrival: 20%
• 45 days to 32 days prior to arrival: 35%
• 31 days to 15 days prior to arrival: 50%
• 14 days prior to arrival of after the arrival: 100%
All cancellations must be given in writing. The above excludes any Non refundable
deposits.
2. Payment Policy
Minimum requirements
• 20% of the total cost Non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking.
• A further 50% of the total cost 60 days prior to tour commencement.
• A further 30% of total cost 30 days prior to tour commencement.
The company shall not be liable for any loss either in part or in full for booked services
due to failure to adhere to above terms.
3. Services Schedule
Rooming list and final group itinerary is required 30 days prior to arrival. The rooming list
should at the very list include Full Names (as they appear on the passport), Passport No.,
validity, date and city of issue, Date of birth and any special dietary/other requirements.
4. Site Inspection Trips
We will offer one (1) inspection trip free of charge for services booked for the group,
except all flights (if any). This will apply for 01 pax for a group between 30- 40 pax and 02
pax for any group above 40 pax. A group split into smaller units will be considered one
group. The trip will be accompanied by a member of the Kuoni Destination Management
team.
The total cost of the inspection must be paid in full before the commencement of the trip
and the same will be refunded after the main group’s operation. For a group less than 30
pax, we will endeavor to get special rates and pass the same. There will be no refunds for
any inspection trips undertaken during peak periods (July – Oct) and festive seasons
(Christmas and Easter periods).
5. Free of charge policy
For every 15 full paying clients one bona fide tour leader will be given free
accommodation based on the meal plan of the group, up to a maximum of 4 pax sharing in
2 double rooms. One of these rooms may be utilized by a Kuoni Destination Management
representative accompanying the group for ease of logistics. Not applicable for
conferences in city hotels.
6. Single Rooms
Accommodation in singles rooms will be charged up to a maximum of 4 rooms at the single
room rate. Additional rooms will be charged as Sole Use of a Double (SUD).
7. Domestic Flights
There is a luggage limitation of 15kg per person on all local private charters and schedule
flights. Small planes are used and in cases of big groups, final plane configuration can
only be known closer to time. Soft/duffle bags are recommended.
88. Caution
All costs offered are subject to change due to unforeseeable changes in fuel and other
levies and other levies.
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