SUGGESTED ITINERARY OVERVIEW
ACCOMMODATION DESTINATION NIGHTS BASIS ROOM TYPE
Ol Donyo Lodge Chyulu Hills National Park, Kenya 3 FB Deluxe Pool Suite
North Island North Island, Seychelles 4 FB Presidential Villa
So you have always wanted to…Awaken Your Senses
KENYA
NAIROBIDays 1-4
Days 4-8
ol Donyo Lodge, Chyulu Hills National Park
SEYCHELLES
North Island, Seychelles
A TRANSFORMATIVE WELLNESS EXPERIENCE
Wellness is more than a spa and gym experience!
It’s a transformative experience of which every essence of your
being benefits, from the breath-taking beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro
to the untouched Island paradise of North Island.
In this day and age, we do not allow ourselves the time to reflect
and relax. This experience will reconnect you to the still, calm,
blissful state you so deserve. Explore, awaken and connect to our
nature-based map to wellness. If you are looking to transform and
enhance your wellness, relax and rejuvenate whilst experiencing
authentic cultural adventures, this incredible suggested itinerary will
meet and transform your wellness expectations.
The beauty of nature, delicious fresh meals, body pampering,
exercise and pure relaxation will prepare you for anything in the
future that comes your way.
DAYS 1 - 4ol Donyo Lodge, Chyulu Hills National Park
3 nights at ol Donyo Lodge in a deluxe pool suite on a full board basis.
Transfer from your early arrival international flight, or hotel, to connect with a morning light aircraft flight from Nairobi Wilson or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to the Chyulu Hills (40-minute flight). 20-minute transfer from airstrip to lodge.
Ol Donyo Lodge is a Relais & Châteaux and National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World member property with seven suites located on the slopes of the Chyulu Hills overlooking Mount Kilimanjaro. 3 nights hardly does justice to the plethora of activities on offer in this Maasai land. Choose between day and night game drives, walking, village visits, exploring lava tunnels, horse riding, mountain-biking, sleeping under the stars on your roof-top bed, watch big tusker elephants drink from the waterholes below the lodge, or just relaxing in your pool suite.
Set on the Mbirikani Group Ranch – 275,000 acres of immaculate, private wild Africa bordering the foothills of the Chyulu Hills National Park– ol Donyo Lodge blends contemporary design with the rich culture and history of the people of this area, the indomitable Maasai. This is an area rich in wildlife, where some of Africa’s last giant elephant bulls roam freely, where the haunting calls of leopards interrupt the night and where lion are being pulled back from the brink of annihilation.
The lodge itself was rebuilt in 2008 and sits in thick woodland on a gently sloping hillside with views out over the plains to a distant Kilimanjaro. Designed to merge your outdoor and indoor living, a series of unique suites and villas (no two are the same) appears to emerge from the arid landscape on either side of a palatial lounge and dining area each suite. All of the rooms have their own plunge pool and enjoy roof terraces where intimate “star beds” can be set up, allowing guests the thrill of sleeping in style
under a canopy of endless stars while connecting with their sense of place and self.
WELLNESS EXPERIENCES DURING YOUR STAY • A unique wellness-hide offering authentic treatments using purely African elements
and vegan products.
• Farm to Table fresh, wholesome food and juices.
• Outdoor activities such as early morning and late afternoon game drives, guided bush walks, visit the ancient lava tubes, yoga, hiking, cycling, horse riding and walks in the Kenyan bush.
• Experience the silence and calm when enjoying the star beds under the night sky.
• Reading and relaxing around the pool.
SPA TREATMENTS DURING YOUR STAY• Couples Great Plains Renewal | 70 minutes
This treatment consists of dry body brushing, exfoliation, alginate peel-off body mask and massage utilising local African ingredients. Assists with muscle relief, deep relaxation, and a general feeling of well-being.
• Couples African Aromatherapy Massage | 60 minutes This experience draws on the ancient healing powers of essential oils, stimulation of the lymphatic system and the healing power of touch.
DAYS 4 - 8 North Island, Seychelles
4 nights at North Island in a Presidential Villa on full board basis.
Fly direct from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi to Victoria, Mahe
Island, Seychelles International Airport. North Island is a convenient 15-20 minute
helicopter flight from Mahé, offering a scenic arrival.
Set foot on your own private island in the Seychelles. Infinite, exclusive space where
the embrace of lush tropical palms and giant granite peaks dwarf your presence
with their drama. With just 11 villas, your footprints will be the only evidence on the
Island’s vast, untouched beaches.
North Island epitomises the freedom that complete privacy allows, extraordinary
experiences, perfectly personally appropriate, and service that is generously big-
hearted. The Island’s abundance naturally extends to the luxury of choice that a
peerless all-inclusive offering provides. Experience a true barefoot-luxury escape.
North Island is so much more than a luxury holiday destination – it’s a way of life.
A perfect fusion of energy and relaxation, of indulgence and wellness, of luxury and
giving back.
North Island is an experience in contrasts – rough and smooth, old and new, wet
and dry, casual and refined. The island literally changes colour from day to night as
the palette changes from cool hues of sage, blue and turquoise to warmer shades
of orange, red and coral. This daily journey through the colour spectrum inspires
many of our décor and lighting details.
It’s an experience that cannot easily be distilled into a few words – it’s your own
bespoke holiday experience, all about you and your perfect Island moments.
The North Island team is dedicated to giving you the best possible experience,
whatever that might mean to you. Every detail is carefully thought out and
customized to your perfect holiday vision.
Whether you come here in search of rest or play, recuperation or exhilaration, we
will make it all happen just the way you want, so that you experience North Island
in your own unique way. Explore the experiences below to discover inspiration for
your next luxury holiday.
WELLNESS EXPERIENCES DURING YOUR STAY
• Incredibly fresh, nutritious and tantalising meals include local specialities and
mouth-watering goodness.
• Offering Ayurveda based products with incredible treatments and packages to
indulge and rejuvenate your mind and body.
• Exploratory hikes, yoga, swimming, diving and snorkelling are just a few of the
spectacular activities on offer.
• A truly transformative wellness experience on every level. A journey of the senses
and pure bliss for the mind, body and soul.
• Reading and relaxing at your private pool or on the beach
SPA TREATMENTS DURING YOUR STAY
• Couples Blissful Marma Massage | 90 minutes
Experience effective and immediate relaxation, relieving all stress related tension.
Long, firm, flowing movements and therapeutic techniques at various levels of
pressure are implemented; whilst marma therapy and chakra balance align vital
energy centres. Enriching results-based blends deliver powerful active benefits,
enhancing overall wellbeing. This 90-minute treatment includes a Subtle
Energies signature facial marma massage with potent aromatic actives designed
to balance the emotions, release stress and reduce anxiety.
• Empowering Me, A Women’s Journey | 150 minutes
A complete treatment journey, as you celebrate your inner and outer beauty,
addressing emotional and hormonal balance. Begin with a gentle meditation,
the whole body is then massaged with ancient active oils of empowerment
and renewal, as a fusion of therapeutic techniques increase your vital energy.
This continues into a results’ driven facial that is tailored to bring harmony and
nourishment to your skin, using potent actives such as Mogra, Saffron and Indian
Rose. Be empowered, be rejuvenated, be you.
• A Gentleman’s Day | 150 minutes
For the active man to the constant traveller, this customized treatment journey
balances and restores oneself, maintaining immunity, muscle strength and
healthy skin. Your body will be invigorated and renewed with a zesty body
polish, to then be transported to a place of deep relaxation with a full body detox
massage, also assisting adrenal fatigue. Feel all the tension drift away as your
skin is cleansed and balanced with a gentleman’s essential hydration facial to
complete this wellbeing journey.
2019 RECOMMENDED SELLING RATESRATE PERIOD US$ Per Person Sharing
11 January – 31 March 2019 $ 24 480
1 April – 14 June 2019 $ 24 085
15 June – 31 October 2019 $ 25 630
1 November – 19 December 2019 $ 24 085
20 December – 10 January 2020 $ 25 630 The above pricing is intended to serve as a guide. Pricing may vary based on changes or customizations made to the itinerary. Pricing assumes 2 guests sharing a room.
THE RATES INCLUDE:
ol Donyo Lodge Fully inclusive of accommodation, scheduled activities (including horseback riding), meals, Big Life conservation fees, daily laundry, return Chyulu airstrip road transfers, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (excluding champagne), Nairobi air transfers between Wilson Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and scheduled flights between Wilson Airport and Ol Donyo Lodge, and 2 couples treatments (as per package details).
Exclusions: of additional activities such as: Maasai cultural visits ($20 paid directly to Maasai), day trips to Amboseli National Park, scenic air flights.
North Island The rate includes accommodation, all meals, all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks plus cocktails (with the exception of high end premium wines and champagnes on the reserve list), all scuba diving courses, scuba diving activities and snorkelling in and around the North Island and Silhouette dive sites, sea kayaking, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, bicycle, sunset cruises, guided walks and fully equipped gymnasium, A complimentary welcome treatment at the Spa: 30 minutes per person for guests stay in a Presidential Villa, 2 spa treatments per couple (as mentioned on the package details), daily complimentary group yoga classes every morning, Shore based fishing on North Island and half day fishing trips, A “North Island Buggy” per villa for the duration of a stay, in villa wireless internet connection, Laundry, 15% vat and 6% service fee. Meet & Greet and Return helicopter transfers between Mahé and North Island have also been included.
Excluded from the nightly rates - drinks on the reserve list, full day deep sea fishing trips, telephone calls, all spa treatments, boutique purchases, private yoga sessions.
Air Transfers The rate includes private meet and greet transfers from JKA to Wilson return, scheduled air transfers from Wilson to ol Donyo airstrip return and includes the helicopter transfer to and from North Island. Rate does not include International flights from Kenya to Seychelles.
Great Plains Conservation reserves the right to review published rates in the event of currency exchange rate fluctuations or increases in costs or taxes, which are beyond our control.
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EXTENDING YOUR STAY WITH USGreat Plains Conservation has a variety of authentic camps and mobile
experiences in Botswana, Kenya and Zimbabwe. We would be happy to facilitate
and plan any extended stay you might require in Southern and East Africa.
BOTSWANA
Zarafa Camp | Duba Plains Camp | Duba Explorers Camp | Selinda Camp | Selinda Explorers Camp | Selinda Adventure Trail
KENYA
Ol Donyo Lodge | Mara Expedition Camp | Mara Plains Camp
ZIMBABWE
Mpala Jena Camp | Greater Mana Expedition
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