Big Game & Lakes In bustling Nairobi you meet the animals supported through local conservation projects for giraffe and elephants. Your safari begins at the Naro Moru River where Mt Kenya towers in the distance. The nearby Sweetwaters Game Reserve offers excellent game viewing. Onwards to the Rift Valley lakes - Nakuru to see flamingos and rhino; Naivasha to view hippo from a cruise boat optional. Masai Mara Game Reserve You’ll descend into the Great Rift Valley and the rolling grasslands of the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve. Sightings of the ‘Big Nine’ elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, cheetah, giraffe, zebra and hippo are more or less guaranteed here, as are herds of wildebeest which roam across the plains. You will also meet some of the semi-nomadic Masai tribesman to learn about their fascinating culture - including a lesson in how to throw a Masai hunting spear - stand well back please! Single Parent Departures The thought of an overseas holiday can be daunting if you’re a single parent – yet we know that The Family Adventures provide the perfect solution! Responsible Travel The Adventure Company employ a local Group Leader and travel in a small group which benefits local people by providing valuable employment and distributing evenly the money we spend, while not overburdening them with visitors. If you would like to foster an elephant please look at www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org for details. You may be able to visit your orphan personally. | 
