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Return of the Safari Pioneers 2020

November 21–December 5, 2020

A Pioneering Safari to East Africa

An exclusive two-week safari from New York City direct to Kenya’s best safari camps.

November 21–December 5, 2020

30

GUESTS

15

DAYS

1

COUNTRIES

A Pioneering Safari to East Africa

Join a small group of safari enthusiasts on a singular adventure and be among the first to return to the vast and remote landscapes of Kenya – all the while knowing that your participation plays a critical role in supporting wildlife conservation and local communities.

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London, England

“Vivienne’s Africa” is all about each sunrise bringing adventure. Vivienne has lived in Africa all her life and as an avid traveler has traversed 30 countries on the African continent and visited 65 countries worldwide. Over 20 years, Vivienne has led more than 100 Bushtracks trips and is at home managing aviation charters and complex expedition logistics. As an artist, photographer and cyclist, she shares her passion for adventure and hopes to inspire all who travel with her to embrace Africa.

Mboko Camp

1 Night

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London, England

“Vivienne’s Africa” is all about each sunrise bringing adventure. Vivienne has lived in Africa all her life and as an avid traveler has traversed 30 countries on the African continent and visited 65 countries worldwide. Over 20 years, Vivienne has led more than 100 Bushtracks trips and is at home managing aviation charters and complex expedition logistics. As an artist, photographer and cyclist, she shares her passion for adventure and hopes to inspire all who travel with her to embrace Africa.

Mboko Camp

1 Night

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London, England

“Vivienne’s Africa” is all about each sunrise bringing adventure. Vivienne has lived in Africa all her life and as an avid traveler has traversed 30 countries on the African continent and visited 65 countries worldwide. Over 20 years, Vivienne has led more than 100 Bushtracks trips and is at home managing aviation charters and complex expedition logistics. As an artist, photographer and cyclist, she shares her passion for adventure and hopes to inspire all who travel with her to embrace Africa.

Mboko Camp

1 Night

In Our Travelers' Words

The Peacock Family

The Peacock Family

Multi-Generational Safari

"Our youngest, Emily is almost 7. And mom and dad are in their late 70's. And the rest of us fall somewhere in between - and I can tell you we ALL just had the best time! It's tricky to have a plan that appeals to everyone. The thought of our daily adventure was so exciting, that no one minded the early morning wake-ups - not even the teenagers! They were often the first ones on the jeep - as they couldn't wait to start the drive each day."

The Ousterhout Family

The Ousterhout Family

Family Safari

"My father-in-law had always wanted to go to Africa, and invited us all to go with him to celebrate his 80th birthday. We went with no expectations, and the trip was beyond anything we could have imagined. In each camp we were exhilarated to be so unbelievably close to animals. Our guides really turned the safari into an educational experience for the girls with in-depth discussions on not just the wildlife, but also history, culture, and the relationship between tourism and the environment. It was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime trip – but we hope to return."

Tamar Sherer & Chris Cooper

Tamar Sherer & Chris Cooper

Active Safari

"This was our fourth trip to Africa, and by far the best. We keep going back because we love the whole experience: the people, the wildlife, their behavior, the environment, the accommodations, the music, everything. We chose Bushtracks for this custom adventure with two goals: to see the migration and to see the gorillas. Experiencing the migration was like witnessing a miracle in process. Could it get any better? Yes - the gorilla treks were the most exhausting thing we've ever done, but worth every exhilarating ache. Amazing!"

At the end of the day our travelers are most qualified to describe the African safari experience, and they certainly say it best.

Return of the Safari Pioneers 2020 Itinerary

New York to Nairobi, Kenya

Gather at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport for check in and meet your fellow travelers. Upon boarding our privately reserved business class cabin of the Boeing 787, unwind in comfort for the nonstop flight to Nairobi. Our master chef will serve a first-class dinner on board, observing social distancing and strict hygiene and service protocols.

Upon our mid-morning arrival in Nairobi we are whisked to a private first-class lounge for immigration and customs formalities before boarding our chartered Cessna Caravan Executive aircraft for short bush flights to camp.

While on safari you’ll be part of one of three groups with 10 guests each. Every guest will visit each of the four camps for three nights, driving from Mara Plains to Mara Nyika and flying the short hop to ol Donyo Lodge and Arijiju Retreat on private charters. At your accommodations you’ll be assigned your own butler and housekeeper dedicated solely to your room.

Overnight Flight

Chyulu Hills, Kenya

Wedged between Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks, Chyulu Hills is a volcanic landscape of grass-covered cones and craters stretching out towards Mt. Kilimanjaro. So picturesque are these green hills, that they made an appearance in ‘Out of Africa’. The area is an important wildlife corridor and home to the Maasai, who graze their cattle on group ranches alongside the National Park. Stunning ol Donyo Lodge, part of National Geographic’s selection of Unique Lodges of the World, offers 275,000 acres of private wilderness to explore. In a pioneering partnership of collaborative conservation with the local Maasai community, the lodge directly supports wildlife including lion and cheetah populations and iconic bull elephants. Enjoy game drives, walks, and horseback riding, and relish superlative dining and hand-picked wines in this Relais & Chateaux property.

ol Donyo Lodge

3 Nights