Honeymoon Thoughts - African Safari / Aman India / ??
#31
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: IAD/DCA
Posts: 31,871
although desroches has gone residential villa style >
€1140+ 25 x 1BR
€3200+ 5 x 3BR, 24 x 4BR, 1 x 5BR
8 1BR beach retreats pair with 4 3BR dibwa retreats, no kids when booked separately
africa >
dont think there is an azura report yet
there is a bunch of mnemba discussion here
Last edited by Kagehitokiri; May 17, 2014 at 10:13 pm
#32
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Southern California
Programs: SPG, Amex Platinum
Posts: 223
The choice between Seychelles and Mnemba really depends on what you're looking to experience. Mnemba probably offers superior private snorkeling and diving, solitude and service as well as opportunity to experience Zanzibar's great culture and history (by spending some time in Stone Town). Eventhough I have not been there, Seychelles is famous for its beauty but not so much for snorkeling and diving. Andbeyond is offering a 6 for 4 special at this time which is a really good deal for some fantastic camps. You can do 2 nights at NCL, and then three nights each at Klein's and Grumeti and then spend the rest of your time in Zanzibar (Mnemba for four nights and a night in Stone town). This would give you four free nights total and you'll love the experience. Staying at both Klein's and Grumeti increases your chances for seeing the migration as it is highly unpredictable.
In regards to Kenya, Masai Mara should be very safe as it is pretty far away from region of conflicts. However, I would avoid Lamu or some of the other northen camps/national parks at this time.
In regards to Kenya, Masai Mara should be very safe as it is pretty far away from region of conflicts. However, I would avoid Lamu or some of the other northen camps/national parks at this time.
#34
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Southern California
Programs: SPG, Amex Platinum
Posts: 223
Food is can be customized as per your preference and is served just as it would in most safari camps. There were some who never came to restaurants for meals as they wanted their privacy and were served in their room or beach. The island itself is very beautiful with great sand and ocean is spectacular. Compared to the Seychelles, it will not have the same beautiful landscape, but you could compare it to flat Maldivian islands. It is pretty small, so 3 to 4 days would be maximum. Service is outstanding and almost Aman standards.

