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Dear Reader;
Welcome to this issue of the Menengai Holidays Travel
Bulletin
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Publisher: Menengai Holidays Ltd
Editor: Daniel Njaga
Feedback:
bulletin@menengaiholidays.com
Website: http://www.menengaiholidays.com
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The Menengai Holidays Travel Bulletin is a newsletter on
topical travel highlights, events and titbits to keep our
clients and potential clients updated on travel, environmental
and social landscape in Kenya and the rest of East Africa.
In this edition, we focus on Kenya’s Coast: from the romantic
beaches and marine parks to marine turtles, Coast has something
for everyone. Ever heard of a Hippo’s Love affair with a
Tortoise?
We wish you an enlightened and fulfilling travel always.
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Did you know?
Research shows that people who interact more with nature
(landscape, forests, animals, birds, water etc) are more
content, happier and healthier.
Seek time to travel out of the normal routine, its good for
your health - even if a little bad for your pockets!
Travel with us; we shall enrich your experience |
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In this edition:
(i)
Kenya’s parks beat them all;
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Focus on Kenyan Coast;
(iii)
News and Announcements
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(i)
Kenyan parks beat them all!
It is now official though we have always known: Kenya’s game
parks are among the top 10 destinations in the world for 2006,
according to a leading British Travel Firm.
According to the poll, by Frommers, Kenya’s parks has been named
among the ten most popular places where people should most want
to go this year.
It added that politics have settled down “… making Kenya a more
attractive proposition for those seeking an adventurous
vacation. In addition, the game parks have been described as a
“perfect place” to see wildlife in their natural habitat and to
experience the diversity of the wildlife species.”
There you are; we have always told you we have among the best to
offer when it comes to wildlife and National parks. And, to
Kenyans and residents, remember the migration this year in
Maasai Mara. We are making bookings for Kenyatta Day long
weekend 19 – 22 October.
Contact us (info@menengaiholidays.com)
for more details on how we can arrange a visit to the many
of our national parks; a Kenyan safari a trip you will treasure
for a lifetime.
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(ii)
More to the Kenyan Coast... beyond the beach!
Love the great outdoors and the thrill of visiting Africa? Visit
the Haller Park and the forest trails, a few minutes off the
hotels along North Coast. A day’s visit will provide an
opportunity to experience nature alongside exciting activities
including guided nature walks in the cool forest, up close
feeding of giraffes, watching hippos being fed at a very close
distance, playful monkeys frolicking in the trees, close
encounters with snakes, crocodiles and various animals.
Ever heard or read about the improbable bond between a hippo and
a tortoise? Owen, the baby hippo was rescued along the Kenyan
resort town of Malindi on 26th December 2004 in the
aftermath of the Indian Ocean Tsunami. He was taken to Haller
Park and immediately struck a bizarre chord with Mzee, one of
the park’s resident giant aldabran Tortoises.
This extraordinary relationship has earned the pair celebrity
status in Kenya and abroad. Owen and Mzee have appeared on
television all over the world and their touching story has been
featured (at last count) on more than 80,000websites!
This strange relationship continues draw many Kenyan travellers
to Mombasa and perhaps you should book to see the pair before
they are separated.
Let us arrange a great coast travel for you this year
info@menengaiholidays.com
What else can you see in Coast? Hell’s Kitchen in Malindi,
Marine Parks, Gedi Ruins and Fort Jesus National Monuments,
Butterfly Farm in Arabuko Sokoke Forest, Shimba Hills National
Park, Colobus Conservation Trust, Kisite Marine National Park
etc.
Sea turtles
Natural history lovers with special conservation needs in the
Kenya coast can take interest in marine turtle conservation
spearheaded by the Watamu Turtle Watch. From the group you will
get to know why the sea turtles are threatened with extinction,
what is being done about them; and what you can do to contribute
to their conservation?
Useful institutions for more information include East African
Wildlife Society;
http://www.eawildlife.org and Kenya Wildlife Service;
http://www.kws.org
Cultural visit
For the culturally inclined, we conduct enlightening visits to
Ngomongo cultural village a reclaimed wasteland with an amazing
example of a Kenyan tourism venture investing in the
environmental regeneration of a forgotten wasteland. Ten
kilometres North of Mombasa Island, a picturesque nature trail
provides a vivid representation of the traditional ways of life
of ten colourful and diverse Kenyan rural communities.
Where to stay
Kenya coast has some of the best beach hotels on the continent!
There are also medium class cottages and self- catering bandas
to cater for a variety of tastes and budgets. Campers are also
catered for especially in Shimba Hills and Mwaluganje.
Other Activities for you while at the coast include
snorkelling and other water sports viewing the beautiful
coloured coral reefs as well as the marine life. These are all
possible in the marine parks ranging from Malindi and Watamu
Marine Parks in North Coast to Kisite Marine in South Coast,
said to be the best underwater park on the Kenyan coast.
Contact us for more details and bookings:
info@menengaiholidays.com
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Eco bits
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Did you know that only 1 out of 1000 turtle hatchlings
survives to maturity and are threatened with extinction?
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Did you know that temperatures determine the sex of turtle
hatchlings i.e. above 30˚c
are females while vice versa are males?
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Turtles come back to lay eggs on their maternal beach
grounds and are ancient marine species traced as old as the
dinosaur era.
Next time you see a turtle, count yourself lucky and
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Kenyan Lady Excels in Marine Biology
Kenyan marine biologist Dr. Nyawira Muthiga emerged as one of
two winners of prestigious 2005 National Geographical
Society/Buffet Award for leadership in conservation. She
oversees marine and coastal research and biodiversity
conservation projects in Kenya, Tanzania, the Seychelles,
Mauritius and Madagascar.
Congrats Nyawira!
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NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Maasai Mara Migration 2006
We are receiving bookings from Kenyans and residents to Maasai
Mara in October 2006. Departure afternoon 19th and
return afternoon 22nd Accommodation will be at Mara
Serena Safari Lodge and, hopefully, migration will be at its
peak and you will have a chance to savour one of the greatest
wildlife spectacles.
Cost Guide: 31,000 K.Sh. single; 27,000 K.Sh. double. This may
vary depending individual needs. Contact us for actual quotation
We are currently receiving bookings. Instalment payments are
encouraged to lessen the cost pressure
info@menengaiholidays.com
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Across Kerio; the greatest Cycling Rally in East Africa
For the first time – on a large scale, cyclists will compete to
surmount one of the most picturesque valleys and landscapes in
Kenya: Kerio Valley.
Menengai Holidays is working with the Ministry of Tourism to
conduct what is likely to be the biggest and the most exciting
cycling event. The rally will start in Eldoret and pass via Iten,
Tambach, Kabarnet, Eldama Ravine, Kabarnet and Nakuru. The
actual venues and dates will be announced soon after
administrative details are worked out and confirmation with
sponsors.
Interested participants, sponsors, sports/news reporters and
general enthusiasts should submit their contacts. Full details
will be mailed as soon as they are complete.
info@menengaiholidays.com
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Youth Holiday Camp
From this year, we shall operate a Holiday Camp for the youth
with the following objectives:
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To provide a unique and socially healthy atmosphere for the
youth during school holidays;
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To bring Kenyan youth together for inspiration and friendship in
an atmosphere devoid of negative influence;
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To develop a sustainable youth camp program as a form of tourism
in Kenya;
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To endear the Kenyan youth to their country through exposure and
recreational education outside the formal learning.
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program involves:
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Hostel accommodation in Lake Nakuru, Aberdare’s, Meru and Tsavo
National Parks and Delta Crescent Camp in Western Kenya;
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Guided tours to select areas to learn and explore the country;
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Motivational lectures by teachers, church leaders, selected
media personalities, lawyers etc.
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Light academic debates, poetry and related entertainments
Contact us for details and bookings.
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headquarters in Nairobi offering general and specialised safari
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To view our different packages, go to:
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Verbatim from our clients:
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and we’ll recommend...”
Cristina Cajal, Gloria Cajal and Maria Luz; Madrid (Spain),
November 2005.
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also wish you a safe and wonderful travel in this beautiful
country and elsewhere. Always choose Kenya as your first
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