Day 1: Meet our friendly giraffe and pumba families - Giraffe Manor

Upon arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by a member of our team and driven to Giraffe Manor. The drive takes approximately a thirty-minutes, part of which will take you along the boundary of Nairobi’s iconic National Park. Giraffe Manor offers a unique, unforgettable African safari experience. There is no minimum age for safari. Infact guests of all ages usually delight in meeting our resident Rothschild’s giraffe. The giraffe roam the grounds of the wildlife sanctuary that surrounds our boutique hotel. Although they are completely wild, they love the nutritious treats that guests are able to feed them. * This allows you a unique opportunity to interact with Africa’s most elegant and beautiful safari animal. By offering a treat between your lips, you may even be rewarded with a slobbery giraffe kiss. You will also meet a host of ‘pumbas’ or warthogs that dart around the lawns. There is so much to see and do in and around the manor. This is the ideal family holiday, which offers a unique opportunity to share an experience of a lifetime, when traveling with kids to Africa. You can also choose to visit to the nearby Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where you can meet rescued orphaned elephant babies from all over Kenya. Here you can learn about their rescue stories, watch them being fed and put to bed. The following morning provides an early but thrilling start to your African adventure, as you enjoy breakfasting with the giraffe. *The giraffe at Giraffe Manor are wild and therefore we cannot guarantee interaction with them at any given time. However, they are curious creatures and are always eager to investigate what snacks might be on offer!

Day 4 and 5 - Family African Safari – stay at Sasaab Camp

Camp out under the stars, on this great family African safari, where you will track lions and meet Samburu warriors. This is one of the best family tailor made safari holidays, that will be remembered for a lifetime. Depart from Lewa Downs Airstrip at your chosen time and take a Tropic Air privately chartered flight to Sasaab. You will immediately notice the change in terrain upon arrival at Sasaab. Situated in the heart of Kenya’s northern Samburu land, close to Samburu National Reserve and Buffalo Springs. The Moroccan inspired lodge is perched high above the Ewaso Nyrio River. Giving remarkable views from each of the enormous, open-air rooms and private plunge pools. Go on a game drive to hunt for the ‘Samburu Special Five’: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx. Then take an evening camel ride for sundowners on a spectacular rocky outcrop with panoramic views. Quad biking adventures are also an option, perfect for kids of all ages, on an African safari. Imagine your kids faces as you tell them that can kids go on African wildlife safari and experience the thrill of the wild by sleeping out under the stars. This unique Sasaab fly-camping experience, allows you to fall asleep to the sounds of the African bush. Between January and June, you might also be able to spot ‘Leo’ the lion star constellation. Overnight stay at Sasaab Camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 8 - Kwaheri Kenya

Today is the day to say your goodbyes, or ‘kwaheri’ in Swahili and head back to Nairobi. Fly out of Keekorok Airstrip at 11:00 am on a scheduled Safarilink flight to Nairobi Wilson Airport. Here you will be met and transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight home. * Depending on the time your international flight departs Nairobi, you may wish to spend some time relaxing in the tranquil surrounds of The Retreat at Giraffe Manor, where you can enjoy a wonderful range of spa facilities and first class hospitality. Day rooms and day passes are available to book in advance.