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Kenya Fishing Safaris
(Trouting Fishing in Kenya Safaris- 13 nights/14 days
Fishing Safaris)
Overview
- Number of days: 13 nights/14 days Fishing Safari
- Regions: Mt. Kenya, Masai Mara, Lake Victoria and Watamu
at the Kenya Coast
- Activities: Fishing, Game Walks, Game Drives, Bird
Watching
- Accommodation: Macushla House, Rutundu Log Cabins,
Governor's Camp, Mfangano Island Camp, Hemingway's Resort
- Departure date note: Due to the weather, this trip is
available only from October to April. October to March
is the best time to experience this trip.
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Introduction
Hooked on fishing? Take this unique opportunity to combine
an exiting safari with incredible fishing, in some of the
most stunning and exotic locations on earth! On this trip
you’ll be fishing on three well-known Kenyan hotspots:
highland lakes, Lake Victoria and the Indian Ocean. Don’t
forget to spot the game and bush walk in between! Starting
high up on the slopes of Mt. Kenya, experience fantastic
trout fishing. An exhilarating start to your fishing safari,
enjoy the comfort of cozy log cabins and spectacular day-long
hiking and fishing trips. From Mt. Kenya to the hot dusty
plains of the Masai Mara, a trip to Kenya would not be complete
without a few days on safari. With two nights at the luxurious
Governor’s Camp, enjoy fabulous game viewing for the
“Big Five” animals and a ‘safari back
in time’. After two days on safari, fly by private
charter to Mfangano Island, famous for its excellent year-round
Nile Perch fishing. With its private fleet of specialized
fishing boats, equipment and experienced crew, this island
retreat is an angler’s dream. The final angler fantasy
has to be the deep blue sea. Your last stop is Hemingway’s
Resort on the Indian Ocean, internationally renowned for
billfish and other record breaking game fish.
Day 1 On arrival at the Nairobi international airport, you
will be met by our representative and transferred to Macushla
House. Located in the suburb of Langata, Macushla House
gives a quiet, peaceful stopover in this busy city area.
With six spacious bedrooms, two lounges, a private study,
bar, pool and dining room, Macushla caters for both the
business and the holiday travelers. A delicious range of
fresh, home cooked meals, served throughout the day, provide
fine dining at your convenience. Located close to the Giraffe
Manor, Karen Blixen Museum, Nairobi National Park and the
Animal Orphanage, Macushla is the perfect place to start
your safari adventure. Overnight at Macushla House.
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Days 2 After breakfast you will be transferred
at 08:15 to the domestic airport, to catch the 09:15 Air
Kenya flight to Nanyuki. Here you will be met by your own
private charter flight to the Rutundu Cabins. Rutundu is
situated on the northern slopes of Mt. Kenya at 10,200 feet,
just above the forest line. These log cabins overlook Lake
Rutundu in total privacy, surrounded by alpine vegetation.
Lake Rutundu and Lake Alice, both a scenic
hike from the cabins, are stocked with rainbow trout, averaging
2-3 pounds, with the larger fish weighing 6 pounds. Not
many people can say they’ve caught a trout within
5 km of the equator! There are three casting platforms and
a boat/punt, as well as plenty of keen and experienced hands
to help you.
Rutundu’s two cozy log cabins, each
with open fires and two en-suite bedrooms, are ideal for
small groups. The wonderful staff will take care of your
every need. Full board and overnight at the Cabins.
Day 3 Today, enjoy hiking and fishing on
Lake Alice. There is a beautiful walk around Lake Alice,
through Giant Groundsel and heather forests. In contrast
to this moorland terrain, the Cedar and Podo forest, a half
hour drive below Rutundu, provides lovely walks and picnic
sites. Nearby, the Kizita River Gorge offers a crystal clear
river, with small brown trout. Full board and overnight
at the Cabins.
Day 4 It’ll be an early start this
morning as you board your charter flight to back to Nanyuki,
where you will catch the 10:00 flight to the Masai Mara.
It would be criminal to travel to Kenya and not visit one
of its best-known safari parks! The Mara is so rich in game
and bird life that even this short visit will provide you
with some spectacular wildlife memories to add to your fishing
adventure.
You will spend the next two nights at Little
Governor’s Tented Camp. Enjoy bush walks and game
drives, as well as the pure luxury of this famous camp.
Overnight and full board at the Camp.
Day 5 Located to the south of Nairobi,
and bordering Tanzania, the Masai Mara forms part of the
huge Serengeti eco-system. The Mara spreads over 1510 square
km of rolling plains, sudden rocky outcrops and green winding
rivers. Not only is the Mara blessed with this stunning
landscape, but also its animal diversity is one of the greatest
in Africa. Surrounded by the grazing lands of the Masai
people, the Mara is a sanctuary for all of the “Big
Five” animals: lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and
leopard. The sweet grasses and abundant water ensure a full
compliment of plains game such as the impala and Thompson's
gazelle. The deep river pools provide homes for hippo and
crocodiles.
Each year, generally in August/September,
the Mara is host to the spectacular Wildebeest Migration,
one of the natural wonders of the world! Literally millions
of these awkwardly shaped ungulates move across the open
plains in an endless stream stretching from horizon to horizon.
The movement of this vast herd is fascinating in itself,
but seldom a day goes by without the added bonus of watching
the predators that follow the herd. Lion, leopard, cheetah
and wild dogs rely on the herd for food. Spotting one of
these magnificent predators is more or less guaranteed at
this time. You may enjoy, if you wish, up to three game
drives today. Or why not stretch your legs and have a good
walk through this wild bush land with your guide? Overnight
and full board at the Camp.
Day 6 This morning you will board a private
charter for a 40-minute flight and then a relaxing 15-minute
boat ride to Mfangano Island on Lake Victoria. Mfangano
Island Camp, a small remote hideaway on Mfangano Island,
is a perfect place to explore fishing on Lake Victoria.
This great lake has romantic associations as the source
of the River Nile, ever since explorers such as Speke and
Burton came to the area at the end of the last century.
Mfangano Island Camp occupies an entire
secluded bay on the western shores of the island, situated
under ancient fig trees right by the lakeshore. The six
rooms all offer complete privacy and en-suite bathrooms
with bath and shower. Decorated in the ethnic style, all
rooms have four poster beds and private verandas, which
gives them a special charm and romance. Each room is open
to the lake and offers uninterrupted views and spectacular
sunsets.
The centre of Mfangano Island Camp is the
cozy sitting room and dining room, both open to the lake
shore. Here you can sit and listen to the waves, feel the
breeze in your hair, read a book or watch the dhows on the
lake. The cormorants dive for fish or spread their wings
to dry in the sun and the fish eagles call from the treetops.
The meals in Mfangano Island Camp are superb. Fresh salads
and the daily catch served with fresh, crusty bread and
chilled wine.
The lush hillside and Camp surrounds are
abundant with indigenous plants and flowers. In the early
morning, fleets of multi colored fishing boats gracefully
sail past the bay, and in the evening spectacular sunsets
are seen as the sun dips below the unbroken lake horizon.
The fishing is excellent, the bird life is unsurpassed and
seeing the families of otters is an added bonus. You can
also enjoy walks through lush vegetation on top of the hills
or along the lake shore. For those interested in culture,
there is the possibility to visit a Luo family and experience
their day-to-day life or the school in the next village.
Overnight and full board at the Camp.
Day 7-8 Lake Victoria is the second largest
fresh water lake in the world; only Lake Superior in North
America is larger. The lake is unusual in many ways. She
does not lie in a deep trough created by the Great Rift
Valley, as do Lakes Tanganyika, Turkana, Malawi or Manyara,
but rather sits in a shallow basin that is rarely more than
230 feet deep. Victoria is also a fresh water lake, unusual
in an area where streams that travel through highly mineralized
lavas feed most lakes, resulting in alkaline and undrinkable
waters.
Lake Victoria was the object of European
exploration in the 19th century, as the source of the Nile
became the object of heated debate and much conjecture.
The famous British explorers, Burton and Speke, set out
in search of the magical ‘source’. Speke claimed
Lake Victoria, but Burton disagreed, and voluble debates
were held in the Geographic Societies of Europe before Speke
was proven correct. The Lake is surrounded by gently rolling,
lush green hills. The area is known for its Nile Perch fishing
and scenic beauty, offering a stunning contrast to the yellow
brown plains and semi-desert savanna that surround it.
Mfangano has its own private fleet of 22
foot, open decked ‘Vixens’ made from specialized
fiberglass, which are at your disposal while on the island.
Each has an experienced skipper and can take up to 5 people.
This part of the lake is well respected for its year-round
fishing success, but the best times are usually in June
and December. The average Nile perch weighs in at 50 pounds…monsters
have been reported! Directly in front of the main lodge
is a jetty, which takes you out into the clear waters where
you can cast or simply sit lazily waiting for that bite.
All activities and fishing trips from the island are included.
The camp managers will be happy to assist and advise you
on the best places and times to fish. Enjoy your two days
here! Overnight and full board at the Camp.
Day 9 Catch your private charter back to
the Masai Mara, where you will catch the 11:00 flight to
Nairobi and then later fly to Malindi and transfer to Hemingway’s
Resort in Watamu. Hemingway's is world famous for its luxurious
accommodation, delicious cuisine and fantastic fishing.
Just walking into the bar offers you a fishing lesson with
its original photographs and fish trophies decorating every
wall! There are two sizes of fishing boats at Hemingway's:
23 feet for up to two anglers and 33 feet and bigger for
up to four anglers. All the boats are fully equipped with
lifesaving and fire fighting equipment, radio links between
boats and shore, revolving fighting chairs with footrests
and all necessary fishing paraphernalia. The crew are well
versed both with beginning and experienced anglers. You’ll
be in good hands all the way!
The East African coast offers you some
of the best deep-sea fishing in the world, including the
opportunity to catch the Fantasy Slam. Striped, black and
blue Marlin are frequently caught near Watamu, as well as
Sailfish, Dorado, yellow fin tuna, Giant Trenally, Wahoo,
sharks and Kingfish. Overnight drift or troll fishing for
Broadbill is a Hemingway’s specialty; their boats
hold all the world records for Broadbill Swordfish on fly!
Overnight and half board at Hemingway’s.
Day 10 Today you can do as little or as
much as you please. Hemingway’s offers very exciting
activities but also has an air of peace and relaxation.
With two delightful swimming pools, kilometers of white
beach and luxurious rooms with terraces overlooking the
sea, you’ll find just the spot to put your feet up
and relax! Overnight and half board at Hemingway’s.
Day 11 Today you have a full (10 hour)
day out on one of Hemingway’s deep sea fishing boats
with one of their top skippers. Enjoy your day on the Indian
Ocean and hopefully come back with a Marlin, Sailfish or
even a shark! Hemingway’s practice Billfish “Tag
and Release” so don’t be disappointed if you
come back with merely a flag to show for your efforts! Overnight
and half board at Hemingway’s.
Day 12 Another early start this morning
as you enjoy another trip out into the deep. This time it’s
only a half-day out at sea, returning in time for a well-deserved
lunch and a relaxing afternoon at your leisure. Overnight
and half board at Hemingway’s.
Day 13 Today you embark on your final trip
of your fishing safari. It’s your last change to catch
that giant! A full 10-hour day of fishing. Tight lines!
Overnight and half board at Hemingway’s.
Day 14 Spend the morning at your leisure.
Later today, you will catch the flight to Nairobi where
you will be met and transferred to the international airport
for your return flight home.
Includes:
All transfers, all accommodation and meals (full board
at Rutundu Cabins, Little Governors and Mfangano, bed &
breakfast at Macushla House, half board in a superior room
at Hemingway’s), activities as listed above including
all fishing trips, equipment, skippers/guides, National
Park entrance fees, local taxes and all internal flights.
Excludes:
All drinks, lunch and dinner at Macushla House, lunch
at Hemingway’s, telephone calls, personal purchases,
tips, visas and international flights.
NOTE: Due to the weather,
this trip is available only from October to April. October
to March is the best time to experience this trip.
Animals and people both need land. Ecotourism
provides an alternative income for the people, leaving space
for the migratory animals. Hallmark Adventure Travel actively
supports the villages and projects that are protecting East
Africa's environment and culture.
We help to develop community eco-projects,
which promote both wildlife conservation, proper land usage
and conservation of biodiversity. We also educate both our
clients and the rural communities that we partner with through
seminars and interactive participation.
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