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The Masai Mara,Laikipia,The Kenyan Coast
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Your journey to the heartland of the children's (and yours) favourite film, begins with your flight to the Kenyan capital, Nairobi. The whole gang might want to make the most of the eight-and-a-half hour flight by gushing over the hotly anticipated live-action film and making sure the tablet is fully charged and stocked with the original films to brush up on your knowledge. Once you've had enough Hakuna Matata (possible?) the little ones will have their personalised Sharky and George packs to keep them entertained, when they have finished the discussions about the old and new films.
When you arrive, you will be met and transferred to one of our hand-picked family friendly hotels. Kenya is only two-hours ahead of the UK, so the gang doesn't have to worry too much about adjusting to local time.
If you can awaken the brood early enough, enjoy a final breakfast with the giraffes before waving goodbye as your driver takes you to check in for your onward flight to Laikipia. Once you have landed, you will be met and transferred to another wonderful family-friendly lodge for your first safari experience. The area is home to a few exceptional lodges and camps, with a different scenery to that of the Masai Mara as it's located on rocky ridges, overlooking Laikipia's plateau and the majestic Mount Kenya, Africa second-largest mountain.
During a short game drive, you might want to stop off and 'take your place' on the real-life Pride Rock for an evening watching the sunset, feeling just like Simba and Mufasa might. It's the perfect way to settle in and get a flavour of the area before supper and bed.
This morning, your safari adventure continues as you fly south to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, the real-life Pride Lands, to meet the stars of the film.
As you travel to your camp - located in the Mara North Conservancy - keep a close eye out for animals along the way. This is a great chance on your Simba and Friends safari for more real-life encounters with a member of Simba's pride, and maybe even see Zazu along the way.
Our experts work with (and know very well) a selection of camps and lodges in the area, so we can find the perfect family-friendly fit for your gang. Charming accommodation, expert guides and amazing animal spotting can all be expected on this luxury safari.
Ensure a whole lot of excitement (not to mention the creation of a healthy appetite, never fear - snacks are provided) on your first pre-dinner game drive. Stop off for traditional sundowner cocktails (yummy mocktails for the kiddos) before a candlelit dinner to discuss the day's adventures.
This morning it's time to bid farewell to your new friends in the Mara and return to the airstrip for a flight first to Nairobi and then on to the coast. You will be met and taken by private transfer to a beachfront hotel or villa (we have a range of different options to choose from).
After the heat of the savannah enjoy the cooling sea breeze and reflect on your face-to-face encounters with the cast of such an iconic film.
Your flight arrives back into the UK in the early morning.
Each of our trips is entirely tailor-made with originality, quality and cultural immersion in mind. Our team of destination specialists will craft itineraries based on your tastes, using their first-hand knowledge and the help of our in-country team of Concierges and guides. All trips are accompanied by a wide range of additional services, including a 24-hour helpline, the Original Travel app, fast-track airport services and much more.
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