KES 51: 8 DAYS GOLF AND WILDLIFE SAFARI.

Day 1 Nairobi Arrival

Upon arrival in Nairobi and clearing customs and immigration, you will be met by a “Spice’ Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel. You will have a detailed safari briefing over a welcome drink. Check into your room, and relax before setting out for dinner. Dinner will be taken from the main restaurant at the prestigious WINDSOR GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
Located barely on the outskirts of the city centre, about 14 kms away, is the Windsor Golf and Country Club. It’s most famous for its 18 hole golf course set in international standards. One of the most lavish hotels in Kenya beckons the city visitor to its country locale and Victorian decor by offering standards of excellence and quality of service to go with it. The Windsor offers a range of services, from accommodation, fine dining, conference and banqueting facilities to sports and recreational activities. The Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club sets an entirely new standard for resort hotels in Kenya, is unbeatable for a golfing holiday, makes an ideal base for a Kenyan safari and is a top class venue for conferences, seminars or conventions. Meal Plan {D}.

Day 2 Windsor Golf and Country Club.

Breakfast at the Windsor Golf and Country club and then you will enjoy your first round of golf in this 6751 yards par 72-18 holes.
Lush coffee plantations, flower farms and a lush forest surround this golf course. Abundant wildlife and birdlife continue to thrive in an environment characterized by a well-balanced ecosystem, where man, flora and fauna, co-exit idyllically. The course's five-tee system adequately caters for all cadres of golfers, from the beginner to the professional. At an altitude approximating 6000 feet above sea level, climatic conditions are near perfect, with the added bonus of the ball traveling further in trajectory, arising from lower air densities.
The eighteen hole championship golf course threads its way through coffee farms and indigenous forest. It boasts lush, springy fairways, fast, true greens and a sprinkling of attractive water hazards. At an altitude of more than a mile above sea level the ball does fly further and you may need to adjust of your club selection.

You will have a lunch at the club and then the rest of the afternoon is at leisure to either enjoy another round of golf or make use of the other amenities offered by the club. These include tennis, two squash courts, steam, sauna, heated pool, in-house videos and bird walks to name but a few. The beauty salon also offers beauty treatments. After freshening up, you will depart from the hotel at about 1700 hours and drive through lush countryside and to the elegant and prestigious Lord Errol Restaurant. Upon arrival, you will be met by the host for sundowner before settling down to enjoy a delicious dinner. The food presentation is outstanding and every one of the guests feels pampered and spoilt. Return to the hotel for overnight at the WINDSOR GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB. Meal Plan {B, L, D}

Day 3 Karen Golf and Country Club and dinner at the Safari Park Hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel and then depart for another golf-filled day at the Karen Golf and Country Club. You will drive past the Nairobi National Park and proceed to the Karen area. Considered one of the prettiest courses in Kenya because of its profusion of flowering trees and bushes, Karen Golf and Country Club should never be missed out. It is certainly one of the top 18-hole championship courses in the city (Yardage 6893 Par 72-18 holes.)You will most definitely enjoy your golfing here, and will remain with fond recollections. You will have lunch at the Karen Golf and Country Club, and then visit the museum of Karen Blixen, the author of Out Of Africa before returning to the Windsor Golf and Country Club.
After refreshing, you will be transferred for dinner at the Safari Park Hotel at the Nyama Choma Restaurant with entertainment from the nubile Safari Cats dancers and acrobats. You will enjoy succulent barbecued meats and a variety of fresh vegetables and crispy salads.
Return for overnight at the WINDSOR GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB. Meal plan {B, L, D}

Day 4 Muthaiga Golf and Country Club.

Breakfast at the club and then depart for a round of golf at the Muthaiga Golf Club. This club lies at the edge of Karura forest. The yardage is 7122 (6512 M) Par 71-18. A variety of trees and flowering bushes come into play on almost every hole. It is home of the Kenya Open Golf Championship - part of the European.
PGA. Past winners include Ballesteroes and Woosnam. Beware of the
bunkers in the front of the fastest greens in East Africa. The course is very well
maintained and a pleasure to play. You will have lunch at the club and then return to the Windsor Golf and Country Club. Rest of the afternoon at leisure to enjoy the many amenities offered by the hotel. In the evening, you will be transferred to the TAMAMBO RESTAURANT for a sumptuous dinner. Return to the hotel for overnight at the WINDSOR GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB. Meal Plan {B, L, D}

Day 5 Nairobi- Limuru-Rift Valley Lodge.

Breakfast at the club and then drive to Limuru past farm country and into Limuru Golf and Country Club. The yardage is 6519 (5961 M) par 71-18 hole. Limuru is 7000 ft (2330 M) above sea level and is a tea area. Its very appealing lush green course is well maintained and manicured. You might find yourself changing your club selection because your shots are getting longer. Lunch at the club and thereafter drive to the Great Rift Valley passing through the picturesque escarpment, with a short stop to take pictures of the scenic valley. Arrival at the golf resort for tea. Rest of the afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at GREAT RIFT VALLEY LODGE. Meal Plan {B, L, D}.

Day 6 Lake Nakuru National Park

Breakfast at the lodge, then depart and drive to the world famous L. Nakuru National park – 60kms. The L. Nakuru national park is renowned for its great numbers of the lesser and greater pink flamingos, amongst other 450 bird species that have been identified here. The lake gives a pink hue when viewed from afar due to the hundreds of flamingos that feed on the green/blue algae. This national park is also a rhino sanctuary and both the white and the black rhinos are to be found here and guaranteed to be seen. You will have a game drive in the park and along the lakeshores. All the Big Five, except the elephant are to be found here. You will have lunch at the lodge and then proceed for another afternoon game drive with a visit to the baboon cliff. Return to the rift valley lodge arriving there in the early evening. Dinner and overnight at the GREAT RIFT VALLEY LODGE. Meal Plan {B, L, D}

Day 7 Day at Rift Valley Lodge.

Breakfast at this serene lodge and then enjoy a round of golf at the Green Park. The yardage is 6580 (6017 M) par 71-18 holes. Although still taking root, the course looks set to earn major international kudos for its spectacular setting and challenging character. The first player to break the 71 par here, the Irish professional David Jones, described it as the best young course he has ever played on. This Thomas Fjaasd designed course is a pleasure to play for the golfing tourist. Stunning views and lush greens will make your round of golf a special one. Lunch at the lodge. The rest of the afternoon will be at leisure to enjoy the many optional activities offered by the lodge (at an extra cost), example, the Eburru forest, boat trip on L. Naivasha, or visit to the crescent island. Dinner and overnight at GREAT RIFT VALLEY LODGE. Meal Plan {B, L, D}.

Day 8 Depart for Nairobi

Breakfast and the rest of the morning at leisure for optional excursions or a round of golf. Lunch at the lodge. You will depart at 1400 hours and drive back to Nairobi and stop for an early dinner at the Havelli Restaurant. This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and this last meal in Nairobi will be truly memorable. You will be dropped off at the airport for your International flight back home. Meal {Plan B, L, D}