Where I come from, We have a saying that “vehicles do not take you for dowry negotiations”. After all who wants a friend who will let you down during that very special occasion. In any case life is not simple. As you know and I know, a car is not 100 % dependable as it can breakdown even on the most important occasion. However breakdowns can be minimized or avoided all together if you make the right choice from the very beginning.

You are arriving in Nairobi. What are your car hire rental options? Can you go on a self drive safari? Is it difficult to drive in the city? What do you require to hire a car? These and many other questions will be answered here.

Nairobi offers a wide range of car hire and rental options. In terms of services, you can easily get self drive cars, chauffeur driven option options on unlimited mileage. In terms of vehicles, fleets will iinclude Suvs, Salon cars, 4wd, mini buses, and luxury limos. luxury limos are particularly popular with wedding couples. There are several outlets where you can get these.

On arrival in Nairobi, you can hire a car at the airport. An option is to contact your travel agent so that a car will be waiting for you.

Those going on a safari are better off with an inclusive car rental option with insurance, driver’s allowance, fuel and park entry fees. That way the guests will sit down an enjoy themselves without a bother. However if you are conversant with the country you can go on a self drive safari. However it is always good to have company.

Insurance- most of the cars will come with the compulsory third party insurance. However some companies will feature comprehensive covers. Ask your operator insurance he is offering.

Driving:
In kenya, the rule of the road is keep left. At the round about, people coming from the right have freedom of way. Nairobi can be a nightmare even for the most experienced driver but if you keep your cool, you will arrive at your destination in piece and peace. Simply said, just give way when need be. The public transport (matatu) driver can be very courteous and rude at the same time. He will intimidate you to give way but when things are not in his favour, he is the first to give in. A little downpour is likely to make Nairobi a Jam city. My best advice at such times is just to relax in your office and wait for the madness to ebb.

Car to hire:
The car to hire will depend on the destination and purpose. Is it for leisure, family, business, haulage or do you simply want to replace your broken down? If you are travelling upcountry a RAV4 will handle most of the roads. However if you are thinking of Northern Kenya, beyond archers post, and Rumuruti, get a juggernaut (Landcruiser not prado(suv) type but a real one). Make sure you also get some new tyres. However if you are attending business meeting, you can get an impressive salon. If you are taking your pet out on a sunny day or in the beach, you can get a convertible. For haulage, there are small and big tracks including clearing and forwarding companies.

Car leasing:
If you are staying for a short while or your company does not need to be bothered with routine maintenance and disposal just go for leasing. However be careful the agreement you enter into. Some companies may actually sell to you a car through back door in the name of leasing.

Chauffeur driven:

For those who are not familiar with the destination, cannot speak the destination language or simply want to sit down and enjoy their holiday. Some suppliers have dirvers or chauffeurs who can speak foreign languages like French, Italian, Russian.

Nyagah is a tour consultant with R&N Xplorer Africa Safaris.
Doris House, 1st Floor, Tom Mboya Street, Meru, Kenya
Tel +254 723 684 974
Email: rnxploresafaris@gmail.com
Website: http://www.gorillasafaris.netfirms.com

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Day1: Arrival

You will be met by our representative and guide who will transfer you to overnight hotel.

Safari Park hotel or equivalent.

Day 2: Nairobi-Samburu

Depart for Samburu National Park, driving through plantations of fields of Timau, crossing the thorny landscape of Samburu country a distance of 320kms and approximately 5 hours drive. Pay attention to the presence of unique species such as Grevy’s Zebra, the long-necked Gerenuk, among the wildlife that shares this semi-arid habitat. Dinner and overnight Samburu Serena lodge.

Day 3: Samburu

Spend the day exploring the reserve and its varied species of game. Overnight at Serena Lodge.

Day 4: Samburu – Mt Kenya (215kms 2 ½ hours drive)

Leave after breakfast and drive to the Mt Kenya region. You will check in at Serena Mountain lodge which offers matchless game viewing, you will also be able to see Kenya’s highest mountain. Overnight at Serena Mountain Lodge.

Day 5: Mt Kenya- Lake Nakuru (300kms approximately 4hours drive)

Early morning game drive and breakfast will follow. Soon after leave for the Great Rift Valley where Lake Nakuru is located. Visit the world famous sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park. Lunch and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar.

Days 6: Lake Nakuru- Masai Mara

Distance: 370kms approximately 5 hours drive on a rough road)

Depart after breakfast and drive across the Great Rift Valley to reach Kenya’s most famous Game Reserve, Masai Mara, in time for lunch. Spend the days exploring the rolling hills and plains for a chance to spot black-manned lion, elephant, leopard, cheetah, and buffalo along with varied species of hoofed animals. Dinner and overnight.

Day 7: Masai Mara

Full days exploring the magnificent Masai Mara National reserve. Optionally, leave the lodge with picnic meals and spend more time out with wildlife. Dinner and overnight lodge.

Day 8: Masai mara- Mombasa (via Nairobi)

Distance to Nairobi: 300kms and approximately 5 hours drive on a relatively rough road.

Early morning game drive followed by breakfast then leave for Nairobi arriving in the afternoon.You will then be transferred to the airport for your Mombasa flight.

Upon arrival you will check in at Serena Beach Hotel or similar for dinner and overnight.

Day 9- 11: Beach

A stay at the Kenyan coast is the perfect way to relax and kick back, luxuriate in the sun, scuba diving, deep sea fishing or snorkeling boat trips. Overnights at Serena Beach hotel or similar.

Day 12: Departure

You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Nairobi where you will connect with your outbound flight.

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Day 1 Arrive – Nairobi

You will be received at the airport and transferred to your hotel for overnight stay in preparation for the start of the Safari. Evening Safari briefing. Overnight.

Day 2 –Nairobi – Maasai Mara

The safari begins in Nairobi after breakfast by taking a scenic drive down into the Rift Valley, to Masai Mara, the finest game reserve in the world. Arrive before lunch. The evening game drive allows spotting of the unrivalled wildlife in the park.

Day 3- Maasai Mara

Full day at Mara, with morning and afternoon game drive. Rest of the day at leisure – relax by the pool. Overnight at the lodge.

Day 4 – Maasai Mara Nakuru

Depart after breakfast for Lake Nakuru park, a bird and Rhino sanctuary. This scenic lake is famous for its millions of pink flamingoes, along with other wildlife. Evening gamedrive. Overnight at the lodge.

Day 5 – Nakuru – Mt. Kenya

After breakfast, depart for Mountain Lodge. Arrive at the lodge by lunchtime. This is a tree lodge in the heart of the mountain forest. The saltlick here attracts animals such as elephant and buffalo among many others. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Mountain Lodge.

Day 6 – Mt. Kenya – Samburu

The safari moves on to Samburu Game Reserve, the semi arid region of the nomadic Samburu people. Game drive after lunch allows viewing of the rare local species of Zebra and Giraffe.

Day 7 – Samburu

Full day at Samburu with morning and afternoon game drives. Rest of day at leisure.

Day 8 –Samburu – Nairobi – Mombasa

Depart for Nairobi. Arrive in time for lunch. On arrival, catch a short flight to Mombasa. Welcome to the beach! Transfer to the exclusive Whitesands Beach Hotel on the north coast. Beautiful white beaches and numerous activities on offer,including watersports. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9 –Mombasa

Full day at Whitesands Beach Hotel. Enjoy the excellent cuisine at this club, which is designed in Swahili style.

Day 10 – Mombasa

Full day at Whitesands Beach Hotel. Enjoy the excellent cuisine at this club, which is designed in Swahili style.

Day 11 – Mombasa – Nairobi

Catch your 45 minute flight back to Nairobi.

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