Part III: Chillin' on the Beach!

The next safari was a beach safari. For this one we flew from JKIA on fly540 (a new airline in Kenya, and a wonderful inexpensive way to travel). This flight was on an ATR 42, and was very enjoyable. The flight to Mombasa was only about an hour, so there was no time for a meal, but there were drinks and cookies, served by a pleasant cabin crew. The real treat on this flight was the view of the snow capped Mt. Kilimanjaro, which is the highest mountain in all of Africa. What an awesome sight!!!

After landing at Moi International Airport in Mombasa, we were met by our driver who was from a local tour operator. We were then driven through the city of Mombasa to see and take pictures by the Tusks that welcome travelers and visitors to the city. We then took the Likoni Ferry to the south coast where our beach hotel was located. The drive was about 45 minutes, and was very interesting to see the palm trees, mango trees, cashew nut trees, etc. as well as other small towns, and local business establishments. If you happen to forget anything, like we did, there are supermarkets close to the hotels where you can purchase any necessities.

At the hotel, we were greeted in the open air reception area by a very friendly and helpful staff, and again given a glass of fresh pineapple/orange juice. We checked in, and our bags were carried to our rooms, where we were in awe of the ocean view. We were amazed to realize that we were looking at the Indian Ocean, half a world away from work, and bills, and headaches.

These resorts are also all inclusive, which means all food, and drinks (alcoholic, and non-alcoholic) are included from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm.

We spent our days lounging on the beach, and playing and swimming in the ocean and pool. The hotel provided entertainment in the evening, which included local dancers, and singers.

Some of the local artists were also singing songs we all know from La Bamba, to Beatles songs, to Frank Sinatra songs. We were all very entertained. In addition to breakfast, lunch and dinner, there was also tea at 10:00 am and 4:00 pm also included in the package.

After four days and three nights of relaxation, we flew on fly540 back to Nairobi on another enjoyable flight with another spectacular view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Coming next: Wright Safaris Summer 2007 : Culture and all its splendor!

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