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Hosted Safaris

Masai Mara Hosted Safaris

Hosted Safaris- Imani and cub resting in the shade in the Masai Mara

Masai Mara Hosted Safaris (8 nights)

2023

4th – 13th November – 6 places

* PHOTOGRAPHERS OR WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS WELCOME ON HOSTED SAFARIS*

These hosted safaris are based at the Zebra Plains Mara Camp in permanent tented accommodation, where we have negotiated a discounted rate. Your contract will be direct with Zebra Plains, but we will handle all of the administration on your behalf. During the safari we will be on hand to offer help, advice and to host you during your stay.

Guests will have access to a dedicated safari vehicle and guide, suitable for the use of wildlife enthusiasts or photographers. Photographers will have a whole row of seats to themselves allowing shots from either side of the vehicle. For 2023, vehicle occupancy will be on the basis of 2 people in 1 car, but groups of 3 or 4 people wishing to share a vehicle can be accommodated. If a second vehicle is required, there will be an extra charge. Guests paying the single supplement rate will have private use of a game vehicle and guide.

You will have the option of all day game drives (12 hours) or the more usual morning drive / siesta / afternoon drive format, on a daily basis. Walking safaris in the Zebra Plains concession are also available.

Prices quoted are for on-road game viewing only

If guests require an off-road game viewing permit, this can be arranged at a cost of $350 (December 2022) per vehicle for the duration of the trip. This cost is subject to change at short notice, but can be confirmed at time of booking.

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    2023 HOSTED SAFARIS

    All prices in US Dollars

    Cost per person using one vehicle

    Singles  $4525

    2 Guests – 1 Room  $3225

    2 Guests – 2 Rooms  $3620

    3 Guests – 1 Room  $2825

    3 Guests – 3 Rooms  $3345

    4 Guests – 2 Rooms  $2843

    All transfers between Nairobi airports and hotels
    1 night at a Nairobi city hotel on a bed and breakfast basis
    Return flights between Nairobi Wilson airport & Ol Kiombo airstrip
    8 nights full board accommodation in luxury tented room at Zebra Plains Mara Camp
    All soft drinks and bottled mineral water
    In-house wines, local beers and spirits
    Unlimited number of game drives per day
    Services of knowledgeable and experienced safari guide
    Private use of 4×4 game vehicle custom made for safaris and photography
    Park fees for 8 nights
    Airstrip transfers
    Laundry service – weather permitting
    Amref Medical Evacuation

    International flights
    Visas

    Off-road game viewing permit

    Personal medical insurance
    Premium drinks
    Sundowners
    Dinner at a Nairobi city hotel or restaurant (if required)
    Items of a personal nature

    Tips and gratuities

    Payable Locally

    Balloon rides at $450 per person
    Cultural visits at $20 per person

    terms & conditions

    The camp reserves the right to alter rates in occurrence of government tax changes, late payments and cancellations with communications to the customer or travel agents.
    Any changes regarded by the customer should be received not less than 15 days to the expected arrival date. The provisional bookings are only valid for 14 days.
    The above rates are inclusive of government taxes.

    2023 Bookings
    Payment of a non-refundable 30% deposit confirms the reservation with the balance to be paid 30 days prior to the date of arrival.

    Zebra Plains Mara Camp will send flight tickets, confirmation vouchers and AMREF medical evacuation cards 3 – 4 days after payment of the final balance.
    Rosemary & Ian Locock Photography will take bookings and make all arrangements for your hosted safaris with Zebra Plains Mara Camp, but guests will need to make payments direct to the camp as directed at time of booking. Please use the BOOK NOW form above to make a booking.

    Hosted Safaris Itinerary

    DAY 1 – On arrival at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be met by a Zebra Plains representative who will transfer you to a city hotel for an overnight stay on bed & breakfast terms.

    DAY 2 – Following breakfast in your hotel, a Zebra Plains representative will meet you in Reception and transfer you to Nairobi Wilson airport for your flight to Ol Kiombo airstrip in the Maasai Mara.

    There you will be met by your guide from the camp and your hosted safaris begin. You will have time for a short game drive on your transfer to the camp in time for lunch. After lunch you can settle in to your room before taking high tea, prior to an afternoon game drive.

    Should you prefer, you can remain in the camp and take sundowners prior to your evening dinner. During dinner, your guide will agree a plan with you for the following day.

    DAYS 3 – 9 – You will receive an early morning wake up call at the time agreed with your guide, allowing time for tea or coffee in the dining room before departing on your game drive.

    You are free to choose on a daily basis whether you wish to game drive for the whole day, or shorter drives with breaks spent in the camp. A picnic breakfast will be taken while out on the game drive, which you can choose to take at a time that suits you. If you choose to stay out all day, you will also have a picnic lunch served in the bush.

    Guests opting for the separate game drives will return to the camp for lunch, before taking another game drive at a time agreed with your guide.
    Arriving back at the camp from your game drives there will be time to take a welcome drink around the fire with other guests.

    Ample time to discuss your sightings from the day and to make plans for your game driving the following day, before taking a well earned evening dinner.

    DAY 10 – You will receive an early morning wake up call as on previous days and take a game drive including bush breakfast, before returning to the camp in time for lunch.

    You will have plenty of time to freshen up and prepare for your transfer to Ol Kiombo for your flight to Nairobi Wilson airport. Arriving at Nairobi Wilson, you will be met by a Zebra Plains representative who will transfer you to a Nairobi city hotel or restaurant for dinner as required (at your own expense).

    After dinner, your Zebra Plains representative will collect you and transfer you to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your late evening flight to London Heathrow.

    testimonials

    “

    A Great Holiday

    I was referred to Ian and Rosemary by my father. He lived in Dorset until a few years ago and had the pleasure of meeting them at various photographer venues around Dorset and beyond. When I expressed an interest in a safari, he didn't hesitate to recommend them. He knew them as great photographers that were very passionate, pleasant and professional people. He made me aware that they arranged safaris and other trips too. I found that to be very much how they are. The trip to Masai Mara in November 2022 was very well planned in every detail. I thoroughly enjoyed each aspect of the journey from the hotel used in Nairobi, the light aircraft flights, the safari base and of course, the game drives themselves. The photo opportunities just kept presenting themselves. Safaris are not cheap but I do think I got good value for my money. Other companies can be more expensive but may not use the same standard of hotel or base camps and light aircraft transfers. In addition to those things, the vehicles used can hold up to 6 people whereas Ian and Rosemary arrange for you to have just one or two photographers per vehicle, giving you much more freedom to get the shots you want. I'm no stranger to photography but new to wildlife. I wanted to push myself with my 100-400 lens that I'd barely used. In the presence of much more experienced photographers I didn't feel uncomfortable and actually found, with a few tips and hints, it inspired me. I would say that it is such a pleasant and relaxed environment, that even much less experienced photographers will gain a lot from their company, as well as enjoy a great holiday.

    David - Liverpool, UK
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    Fabulous

    I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and meeting you both. Fabulous accommodation and service. Great organisation too!

    Steve - Cheshire, UK
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    Fantastic

    My recent rescheduled trip due Covid restrictions trip to Amboseli and Masai Mara turned out to be fantastic! Perfectly organized I had some great encounters, including the mating of lions, resulting in beautiful images. The superb accommodation and the friendly service made this trip to be something unforgettable. A company and trip I would recommend to anyone who would like to do a safari.

    Robert - The Netherlands November 2022
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    Excellent Game Viewing

    Booking through you made for ease and a sense of surety and safety. Game viewing was excellent and our guide got us very well placed and timed for every occasion. We certainly want to go back soon. - Maasai Mara, November 2019

    Judy & Helen - Newfoundland
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    unforgettable

    “an unforgettable holiday - every day full of incredible and varied sightings, an absolutely amazing experience. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back again and again.” - Kenya November 2019

    Alaine & Mark - Dorset UK