of the African bush why not travel to the coast and enjoy some relaxation at the Alfajiri Villas. Dining is a rare experience and one to remember. Fresh seafood is brought daily to order from the beach and includes some of the best shellfish, yellowfin tuna, dorado and snapper. Our menus have a Mediterranean influence, salads and fresh vegetables come daily from local farms where fruits are hand-picked from trees and bushes. alfajirivillas.com
WHERE TO STAY Mahali Mzuri Mahali Mzuri (meaning ‘beautiful place’ in Swahili) is a luxury 12 tent safari camp located close to the renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve to the West of Nairobi created by Sir Richard Branson. The camp itself sits within some 13,500 hectares of the Olare Motorogi Conservancy and offers an ideal base from which to observe the outstanding natural beauty of the area. The
tents are well appointed with a private deck and ensuite bathroom and can accommodate a total of 24 guests at a time guaranteeing an exclusive safari camp experience in the African bush. mahalimzuri.virgin.com WHERE TO EAT Alfajiri Villas Providing a contrast with searching for the royalty
HOW TO GET THERE… Kenya Airways Kenya Airways brings safari experiences closer for New Yorkers well versed with the Urban safari that is the Big Apple. Recently Kenya Airways inaugurated a direct flight from New York’s John F. Kennedy airport direct to Kenya’s Capital, Nairobi. At slightly under 7,400 miles and several time zones from New York the direct trip brings you into the capital of one of Africa’s leading nations within less than 15 hours. Scenic Air Safaris will then transport you in ultimate style aboard their Luxury Cessna Grand Caravan, flying low over the landscape past lakes of flamingos and wildlife quietly ambling through the plains below. kenya-airways.com scenicairsafaris.com
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