Rochar Africa Expeditions

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$3,889 to $4,549 pp (USD)

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi-Lake Nakuru National Park

Nairobi-Lake Nakuru National Park

Your safari adventure begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the escarpment and make brief stops at viewpoints for photography.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch overlooking the shimmering lake. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive through the park, renowned for its large populations of rhinos, both black and white, as well as lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, and numerous antelope species. The alkaline lake is also a paradise for bird lovers, attracting flamingos, pelicans, and over 400 bird species.

As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner while watching the changing colors over the lake.
Dinner and overnight: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Lake Nakuru-Masai Mara National Park

Lake Nakuru-Masai Mara National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through rolling hills, traditional Maasai villages, and open savannahs. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp.

In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the Mara, a region teeming with wildlife. The reserve is home to the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—and is especially famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration (July to October). Even outside migration season, the Mara offers some of the richest game viewing in Africa.

Return to your lodge in the evening to enjoy a warm dinner and unwind around the campfire under a starlit sky.
Dinner and overnight: Mara Sopa Lodge.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Full Day Game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve

Full Day Game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve

Spend the day exploring the vast plains of Masai Mara, where every corner reveals new wildlife encounters. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with a chance to spot predators on the hunt or elephants grazing peacefully.

For an unforgettable experience, you may choose an optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise, offering spectacular aerial views of the reserve, followed by a champagne breakfast in the wild. Later, you can also visit a local Maasai village to learn about their traditional lifestyle, culture, and customs.

After an adventurous day, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Dinner and overnight: Mara Sopa Lodge.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Masai Mara-Serengeti Central National Park

Masai Mara-Serengeti Central National Park

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing toward the Isebania border, where you’ll go through customs and meet your Tanzanian guide. From there, continue into the legendary Serengeti National Park, known for its endless rolling plains and immense concentration of wildlife.

As you drive into Central Serengeti, enjoy your first game drive en route to the lodge, with chances to spot lions lounging on rocks, cheetahs scanning the grasslands, or herds of wildebeest grazing. This region offers excellent year-round game viewing due to its resident wildlife population.

Arrive at your lodge in time for dinner, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
Dinner and overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Enkirari Wilderness Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Full Day game drive at Central Serengeti

Full Day game drive at Central Serengeti

Spend the day exploring the heart of the Serengeti, one of the greatest wildlife regions in the world. Morning and afternoon game drives offer a chance to witness big cats in action, vast herds of wildebeest and zebra, and an extraordinary variety of birds.

The Central Serengeti (Seronera area) is particularly known for its resident predator populations — lions, leopards, and cheetahs can often be seen year-round. Between drives, relax at your lodge and soak in the incredible views of the plains.

As evening falls, enjoy a sundowner followed by dinner under a canopy of stars.

Main Destination:
Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Enkirari Wilderness Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Central Serengeti-Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti-Ngorongoro Crater

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, when predators are most active. Witness the drama of the African bush as the sun rises over the plains.

After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, driving through picturesque landscapes of the highlands. In the afternoon, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most spectacular wildlife destinations in the world. The crater floor is a natural sanctuary for more than 25,000 animals, including lions, elephants, zebras, and the rare black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before driving to your lodge perched on the crater rim, offering stunning panoramic views.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
The Castle at Ngorongoro
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ngorongoro-Zanzibar

Ngorongoro-Zanzibar

After breakfast, drive to Arusha, arriving in time for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your beach resort to begin the relaxing island portion of your trip — a perfect end to your East African adventure.

Relax on the white-sand beaches, swim in turquoise waters, or explore the historic streets of Stone Town.

Your unforgettable safari and beach journey ends here — a blend of adventure, nature, and coastal bliss.

Main Destination:
Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar, Tanzania)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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