Message from the Director

“As You Like It” was a name I chose with careful deliberation. The Shakespearean play title emulates all that I intended in the beginning, and it continues to be proven with each and every safari. It is class, it is attention to detail, it is putting your money back into the quality of your safari.  Our clients have their, “Midsummer Night’s dream,” and can remain relaxed and confident that the vehicle is properly maintained, serviced, insured, and all relevant licences have been complied with.
The diligence of George in the office at the preparation stage, and Kamara on Safari, both hand-picked and trained by me to the highest standards, makes (with me), a small but strong kingdom which you will enter. One that “King John,” “Richard III,” even “King Lear,” would indeed be proud.  With the team, the subjects, which comprise “As You Like It,” there will be “Much Ado about Nothing,” and “No Comedy of Errors.”  As with “Romeo and Juliet,” a guitar player may sing by the camp fire, as the more restless can engage in a game of “Othello.”  Surely, you cannot resist “The Winters Tale,” by the camp fire, and the surprise of the “Twelfth Night?”

VISA Fees Discount

The 50% discount on Visa fees is expected to remain in place until Dec 2010, so take advantage of this and come on Safari in 2010.

Confirmed Ready-to-go Safaris for 2010.
Jump on board now.  There are THREE SAFARIS below with space available. These will be greatest opportunities to come and be on safari in safe hands, with the very best!  Don’t miss the third safari of Catch the Wind Tours, with Ihla Crowley which includes 10 Days in Kenya and five other Countries. Ihla Crowley runs immensely popular trips, and trust me, she beats out every single incey, wincey, tiny little detail in her preparation, and before offering the itinerary to the public. When we team up, it is unbeatable. Enquire for the price of Kenya only, if you cannot do the whole safari (which would be even better). 

These are all booked, confirmed and ready to go. If interested in Travelling, or Photography or Beach experience, here are the best opportunities.

1. Safari to Kenya and Zanzibar with renowned photographer and tour leader Jeff Sink! Dates: July 28 - August 10, 2010. Click here for the itinerary.

2. Take an Unforgettable Journey with Catch The Wind Tours. 3 Weeks - 5 Countries: South Africa, Zimbabwe (incl Victoria Falls), Zambia, Botswana, and 10 days on Safari in Kenya. Dates: August 3 - 24, 2010. Click here for the itinerary.

3. Finally, you will love our April Kenya Photographic Wildlife safari! This 12-day safari will give you an unforgettable experience exploring Kenya's magnificent wildlife. You will see vast herds of Elephants and other fabulous beasts: Lions, Buffalo, Cheetahs, Giraffes, Wildebeests, Baboons, Gazelles, and Hippos to name just a few. In Amboseli National Park alone there are over 400 species of birds! Dates: April 1 - April 12, 2010. Click here for the itinerary.

Atmospheric conditions and Plains

We received some good rain through December and the new-year and the first couple of weeks of January, a total of about 64mm. The remainder of the month has been hot and dry but the country is looking green and beautiful.  We are still getting showers!
The Mara River increased dramatically rising to half way up its banks, making life difficult for the crocodiles and hippos. For at least a week the crocodiles spent their days on the top banks or in the forest whilst the hippos looked for eddies or the slowest running water.
The Ewaso Nyiro River in Samburu is now flowing despite the drought that was terrible with wildlife and livestock dying in large numbers. In October we received some rain and again in December and part of January. Samburu is green once again and the area is beginning to recover slowly.

The grassland has been the perfect grazing height for most of the plains game, growing a little longer towards the end of the month. Once the grass becomes too long, most grazers will move nearer to the river line where the hippos keep it nicely mown. This is for two reasons, it is preferred by the selective grazers and they are able to spot predators moving over the short grass.

A picture is worth a thousand words!

Mt Kenya Climbing.
Mt Kenya Climbs are increasing with popularity as our outstanding Mt Kenya Guide becomes better known by our clients. Symon Mutua is referred to in client comments. The toughest job for George and Symon was in preparing the Climb for the Fitness Centre of Karen Country Club in October.  They did a sterling job and ended up with a party of 17, plus porters and cooks, amounting to a party of 44!  So, you see, nothing is impossible.  They were all delighted with their Certificates of Achievement.

We can organize climbs at any time, for any number of people. Just contact us! We had a wonderful climb in March, and have another one scheduled in August.

August Climb - Thu 26th to Sun 29th Aug 2010; Naro-Moru-in Chogoria-out Route.

And one last snippet of news, which makes us a special team. George and Kamara are into Agility Training with the dogs!

Vivien

Vivien Prince
Proprietor/Director, vivprince@asyoulikeitsafaris.com

George Mutuku
Office Administrator, george@asyoulikeitsafaris.com

As You Like It (Safaris) Ltd.
Tel: +254-20- 891435.
Cell: +254-714-886-736
Member of Kenya Association of Tour Operators.
Member of Kenya Tourism Federation

AS YOU LIKE IT (SAFARIS) LTD P.O. BOX 40501, NAIROBI 00100, KENYA
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