Amboseli Photo Adventure with Süha Derbent

Amboseli Photo Adventure with
Süha Derbent
Nairobi (2) / Amboseli (3)
ON THIS TRIP...
You will experience the adventure of a wildlife safari in Kenya, widely accepted
as one of the most extraordinary activities in the world.
In Amboseli, the location that is well-known for being the best place to
observe elephants, you will be able to see elephant families of 100-150
individuals, playing with their young.
The Best view of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, can be seen
from Amboseli National Park and you will also get the opportunity to take
shots of Mount Kilimanjaro.
The animals that you could see are elephants, the African lion, cheetahs,
buffalo, coyotes, giraffes, zebras, wild boars, wild boars, many antelopes,
among them impalas and wildebeest, as well as various birds, especially
eagles and condors. In short, you will see all of the species living in the
region.
Your accommodations, although being in the midst of the wild, will be in
comfortable, first-class lodges, where all meals will be included. During your
stay, you will experience the local life and capture the opportunity to live
through unforgettable moments as you listen to the sounds of the animals
through the night.
On this trip, you will live the incomparable experience of the safari, at the
same time benefiting from the information that Süha Derbent will provide
about animal behavior based on his own training and experience.
During the safaris, Süha Derbent will share with you his knowledge and
experience, gleaned from more than 20 years spent as a consultant in travel,
health, photography and animal behavior.
With Süha Derbent, you will capture moments in which you will see the
perfection and power of nature, be a witness to its extraordinary balance, feel
the privilege of being close to very special living beings, building up memories
in Kenya that you will never forget.
A delectable feast will be awaiting you in Nairobi at the world-famous
Carnivore Restaurant.
Trip Details
Name of Tour: Amboseli
Photo Adventure with Süha
Derbent
Tour Duration: 5 Nights 6
Days
Activity Level: Moderate
Visa: $50 on arrival
Day 1
Istanbul – Nairobi
Day 2
Nairobi – Norfolk Hotel
Nairobi - Amboseli
Tortilis Luxury Tented Camp
Day 3
Amboseli
Tortilis Luxury Tented Camp
Day 4
Amboseli
Tortilis Luxury Tented Camp
Day 5
Amboseli - Nairobi
Carnivore Restaurant – Norfolk
Hotel
Day 6
Nairobi -Istanbul
Day 1: Istanbul / Nairobi
After check-in and passport procedures at the International Terminal at
Istanbul Atatürk Airport, travelling on Turkish Airlines, Flight 607 to Nairobi,
departure 7:50 PM. The flight will take about 6.5 hours. Arrival at Nairobi at
02:25 AM local time. Your private vehicle will be waiting for you at the airport
to take you to Norfolk Hotel in Nairobi.
Nairobi – Norfolk Hotel
Day 2: Nairobi / Amboseli
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Nairobi Airport for your Amboseli
flight which will take 40 minutes. After arriving at Amboseli Air Strip, the
private vehicle will take you to your camp. After check-in, having lunch and
taking a short rest, you will go to your first safari through Amboseli National
Park, known particularly for its elephants. After game drive, having dinner at
your camp.
Tortilis Luxury Tented Camp
Day 3: Amboseli
Amboseli is the name of the
soda lake that has dried up at
the base of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Its central portions are
swamps. This is why it is a
region where elephants,
buffalos and zebras can be
seen in abundance. Your safari
will take place early in the
morning so you can watch
nature awakening and the
animals. You will get the
opportunity on these safaris to take unique photographs of wildlife that you
may never have the chance to take again, all with the advice provided by Süha
Derbent in the light of his personal training and experience. Return to the
camp following the safari and a pleasant breakfast. After lunch, resting then
afternoon game drive. Back to camp at the end of the safari.
Day 4: Amboseli
You will be in the safari before daybreak and you will be able to see elephant families
of 100-150 individuals, playing with their cubs. Afterwards, return to camp and
breakfast. After lunch, you will continue on your game drive. At the end of the game
drive, a pleasant meal at your camp.
Day 5: Amboseli / Nairobi
After breakfast, a 40-minute flight to Nairobi and transfer to the Norfolk Hotel, where
you will be at leisure until your airport transfer for your homebound flight. You will
have free time until dinner at Carnivore Restaurant. After a memorable evening of
delectable dining and chatting at Carnivore Restaurant, you will be transferred to the
hotel to rest until plane departure time.
Day 6: Nairobi / Istanbul
Transfer at night to the Nairobi Airport. After check-in, passport and customs
procedures, boarding Turkish Airlines Flight TK 608 at 4:45 AM for Istanbul;
arrival at Istanbul Atatürk Airport at 10:20 AM local time.
Inclusions
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Istanbul – Nairobi – Istanbul airfare and airport taxes
Airport – Nairobi Hotel – Airport transfers
Schedule flights Nairobi – Amboseli – Nairobi
At Norfolk Hotel on bed & breakfast on the day of arrival in Nairobi
http://www.fairmont.com/norfolkhotel
3 nights at Tortilis Camp Amboseli on full board
http://www.tortilis.com
Last night accommodation in Nairobi at Norfolk Hotel until transfer to
the airport
Dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant
Transportation and all transfers will be provided in a safari vehicle with
radio communication and an open roof for observation convenience
All safaris throughout the tour will be conducted on a private safari
vehicle
Driver/guide knowledgeable about wildlife, experienced in trail-tracking,
fluent in English
Fuel and vehicle national park fees
Nightly fees required of passengers who spend the night in the national
parks
1-liter bottle of water per person per day
Foreign travel exit fees - TL 15
Travel/health insurance
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Personal expenses at the hotels
Beverages
Insurance for cancellations / losses/ damage / stolen goods, etc.
Extra baggage fees on flights
Gratuities of drivers / guides/ hotel staff and similar expenses
Kenya visa - $50 – on arrival