Samburu Game reserve
We travelled with eight in our party with ages ranging from 9 to 71, and every one of us enjoyed every minute and were made to feel special. My granddaughter Evie who had her ninth birthday was treated to a very special celebration dance and singsong with all the kitchen and serving staff taking part whilst we were there. Something she will never forget. Mark who was 40 and myself, 70, also celebrating our special birthdays enjoyed birthday cakes and celebration on the following night of our trip, something which the Kenyans do very nicely.
The wildlife we saw was exceptional, from lioness' and cubs, wild dogs making a kill, giraffes in large numbers and what must have been at least 100 elephants with as many as 10 to 15 baby elephants all coming down to the river on a very hot day.
The highlight was seeing a female leopard at very close quarters when we had all but given up on sighting one on the trip. Our driver Sebastian was exceptional in the way he looked after us and managed to locate so many animals, too many to mention, and his knowledge of the wildlife which was second to none.
All our meals were amazing, beautifully cooked and presented. My daughter commented that the children, Robbie (12), Lizzie (10), and Evie (9) had never eaten so much so enthusiastically. Our compliments to the Head Chef who even found time to show us his kitchen garden where they grew their fresh veg, and Dennis our waiter who was absolutely charming, especially with the children.
On the final game drive, when Jen and family had left to go back to Dubai, Mark and I were told that something had been arranged for us at the end of the last game drive. It was a Sundowner, yet another amazing experience. We watched the sun go down from a high point behind the camp and were treated to drinks and snacks. They even had a portaloo and hot running water!
I hope I have managed to convey what an unforgettable holiday experience we had, all thanks to your personal attention to detail and recommendations. We have all said we must go again in the not too distant future. Our stay at Samburu was outstanding in every way, faultless. The transfers to and from Nairobi were perfect to every single member of staff we came into contact with.
All in all excellent service in making our holiday a trip in a lifetime. Thanks so much for all your help and patience in organising a very special holiday. We have some truly magical memories to keep forever!
Thank you, will always use you again in future!
Margaret, Mark, David, Jen and family