Royal Footprints
Prince William and Kate Middleton
Kenya holds a special place in Prince William’s heart and is, of course, the place He proposed to Kate Middleton. Kenya is renowned for its exquisite ever changing landscape, abundance of wildlife and the Masai tribes. In 1896 Kenya became the responsibility of the British government, as the East Africa Protectorate and, with this, came white farmers who settled in Kenya's temperate highlands. By 1904 indentured Indian labour from the British Empire was brought in to build the railways bringing a sizable Indian population. By the 1920s the name had changed from the East Africa Protectorate to Kenya Colony. After much unrest, in December 1963, Kenya achieved its independence bringing in new settlers. Safari became synonymous with hunters and explorers, romanticising the adventure and thrills of wild Africa. Today, due to the knowledge and respect we have gained from the past, animals and their natural habitat are greatly valued and protected.
Setting
Your experience will begin with 3 nights at Lewa Safari Camp in the same part of Kenya where Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton. Your accommodation will be in keeping with the environment and you can relax and enjoy game drives, massages and the swimming pool in the day and a cosy log fires-in the lounge and dining room in the evenings. You will travel to Elephant Pepper Camp where you will spend 3 nights within the protected Mara North Conservancy wilderness enjoying game drives. On your return from each game drive, you will spend your evenings around campfires listening to the amazing sounds of Africa before retiring to your tent. Your third experience will be 3 nights at Kinondo Kwetu on Kenya\'s Indian Ocean coastline where you have time to absorb your unique African experience and take time to relax. For the more active they provide a range of activities to keep you busy before bed.
Benefits
Not only will you feel like you have walked in the footsteps of Prince William and Kate Middleton but you will also have given something back. The Lewa Safari Camp is part of the Lewa Wilderness Trust. 80 % of staff at Elephant Pepper are from the Masai community and Elephant Pepper Camp was instrumental in setting up the Mara North Conservancy which supports the harmonious relationship the Masai have with the land they occupy. Kinondo Kwetu, as with the other two properties, believe in responsible travel, giving something back to the community and preserving the natural environment.
Eateries
At all three destinations you will find meal times consist of fresh, healthy, local produce full of natural flavours that ignite your taste buds. Communal dining is encouraged but they are happy to provide private dining on request.
Feel Good Factor
You will feel the benefits as soon as you arrive at this simple paradise. All the tension of the modern world melts away within these natural surroundings-and all your senses will be touched. This is the true wonder of what the world offers in all its glory. Not only will this extraordinary adventure make a difference to your life and wellbeing but you will make a difference to thousands of local people and the wildlife.
Who's it for?
This exclusive Royal Footprint Kenya itinerary has been put together for everyone who wants to travel in style yet has a sense of adventure. Leaving no stone unturned, you will feel like part of an unspoilt, natural world which most only love from afar. This is perfect for couples, friends and families, old or young.
Insider Tips
Travel light - only 15kg is permitted on your domestic flights. Pack long trousers, something warm for the chilly nights, walking shoes, a pair of binoculars, a good camera and lots of good insect repellent as you will be in the African bush. Leave your hair dryer at home as 2 of the properties do not have enough power to accommodate a hairdryer and the other will supply one for your stay.
Celebrity Fans
Prince William and Kate Middleton and wildlife fans.
Programme Information
Included in the Nature + Environment programme:
One with Nature
- Flights from the UK
- Scheduled charter flights
- All airstrip transfers
- All domestic flight departure taxes
- 3 nights full board at Lewa Safari Camp including soft drinks, beer + house wine
- 1 x free massage at Lewa Safari Camp Exclusive to Electric Bloom clients
- 3 nights full board at Elephant Pepper Camp including soft drinks, beer + house wine
- 3 nights full board at Kinondo Kwetu including soft drinks, beer + house wine
- Conservation / Park fees
- Game drives in 4 x 4 vehicles
- Membership to Flying Doctors Society
- Laundry at Lewa Safari Camp, Elephant Pepper and Kinondo Kwetu
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