$7,150 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival And Transfer To Nakuru National Park
Arrival And Transfer To Nakuru National Park
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, our professional safari guide will greet you warmly and escort you through the beautiful central highlands after an en-route breakfast to Lake Nakuru National Park. The scenic drive of approximately 160 kilometres takes 3 hours, descending into the Great Rift Valley and passing through small towns and lush escarpments. You will arrive at Lake Nakuru in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive. Known as a birder's paradise, Lake Nakuru is famous for its populations of flamingos that line the lake's edge in hues of pink, along with over 450 bird species including pelicans, fish eagles, and herons. The park also provides sanctuary to black and white rhinos, the rare Rothschild's giraffe, lions, leopards, and waterbucks roaming the acacia woodlands and bushy grasslands.
Return to the lodge for dinner and a restful night with views of the serene lake and distant escarpments.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer To Maasai Mara National Reserve
Transfer To Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, begin your journey to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, covering approximately 250 kilometers in 5 to 6 hours. The drive takes you through the Great Rift Valley and into the vast plains where Maasai communities herd their cattle beside freely roaming wildlife. Arrive in time for lunch at your safari lodge or camp, set amidst rolling savannah or along a riverbank. In the afternoon, embark on your first Mara game drive. The Maasai Mara is one of Africa’s richest ecosystems, renowned for its extraordinary density of wildlife including the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinoceroses. The Mara’s sweeping golden plains are also home to cheetahs, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and an abundance of antelopes and birds. Return to camp for dinner and overnight beneath the starlit African skies.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Muthu Keekorok Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game Drive At Masaai Mara
Game Drive At Masaai Mara
After an early breakfast, depart with picnic lunch for a full-day game drive exploring the extensive Mara ecosystem. The day is dedicated to wildlife viewing and traversing different habitats including riverine forests, open plains, and acacia-dotted landscapes. Visit the Mara River, particularly rewarding during the migration season (July to October), when millions of wildebeests and zebras cross the crocodile-infested waters. Throughout the day, expect frequent sightings of lion prides, hunting cheetahs, herds of elephants, and towers of giraffes. The diversity of birdlife includes crowned cranes, vultures, hornbills, and secretary birds. In the late afternoon, return to camp for a warm dinner and fireside storytelling.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Muthu Keekorok Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Cultural Experience And Sunset Game Drive
Cultural Experience And Sunset Game Drive
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before visiting a nearby Maasai village for a cultural immersion. Learn about the traditions, dress, music, and lifestyle of the Maasai people, known for their resilience and close relationship with nature. Return to the camp for lunch and a short rest before heading out on a late afternoon game drive. The golden hours of sunset provide spectacular light for photography and increased animal activity. After the drive, return to camp for dinner and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Muthu Keekorok Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer To Serengeti National Park Through Isebania Border
Transfer To Serengeti National Park Through Isebania Border
After breakfast, depart from the Maasai Mara heading toward the Isebania border crossing into Tanzania with enroute lunch. The journey spans around 320 kilometers and may take 7 to 8 hours including immigration procedures. Your Tanzanian guide will receive you at the border and continue the safari into the world-famous Serengeti National Park. As you drive through the western or northern corridor of the park, enjoy game viewing en route to your lodge. The Serengeti's landscape is a mosaic of open plains, river valleys, and rocky outcrops called kopjes. It's home to vast migratory herds and iconic predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas. Settle into your camp for dinner and overnight in the heart of the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Game Drive At Serengeti National Park
Game Drive At Serengeti National Park
Today, you will explore the central Serengeti, known for year round wildlife abundance. After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. The plains are alive with grazers such as wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, and topes, which in turn support predators like cheetahs and lions. Visit the Seronera Valley, a fertile area crisscrossed by rivers and known for frequent leopard sightings. Marvel at the pristine landscapes and possibly witness thrilling predator-prey interactions. Return to camp in the evening for a delicious dinner and campfire relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Tortilis Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Leisure At Serengeti National Park
Leisure At Serengeti National Park
Begin the day with breakfast or opt for an early morning hot air balloon safari for a breathtaking aerial view of the Serengeti, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush (optional activity). Spend the day exploring more remote corners of the park or relaxing at the lodge. The landscape is dotted with umbrella thorn acacias and sausage trees, and you may encounter elephant herds or observe vultures circling over recent kills. After lunch and some leisure time, enjoy a short sunset game drive before returning for dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Tortilis Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer To Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Transfer To Ngorongoro Crater Rim
After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area via Naabi Hill Gate. The drive is approximately 150 kilometers and takes 4 to 5 hours. You will arrive at your lodge perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater in time for lunch. After a short rest, descend into the crater for an afternoon game drive. This caldera, formed from a collapsed volcano, supports a dense population of wildlife including endangered black rhinos, hippos, lions, and giant tusked elephants. The crater’s lake attracts flamingos, while the grasslands host zebras and buffalos. Ascend back to the lodge before dusk for dinner and a cozy night
above this natural marvel.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer To Amboseli National Park
Transfer To Amboseli National Park
Enjoy breakfast with a view of the crater before beginning a long and scenic drive to Amboseli National Park, crossing into Kenya via the Namanga border with en-route packed lunch. The journey covers about 400 kilometres and takes 8 to 9 hours, including border formalities. Upon arrival in Amboseli, check in to your lodge with views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is known for its iconic scenes of elephants against the backdrop of Africa’s tallest peak. The park also harbours cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, and prolific birdlife including pelicans and herons. Dinner and overnight stay under the watchful gaze of Kilimanjaro.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Ol Tukai Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Game Drive At Amboseli National Park
Game Drive At Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, spend a full day discovering the beauty of Amboseli. The park's swamps and seasonal lake attract
large elephant herds, often seen up close with calves in tow. The observation hill offers a panoramic view of the park
and its wetlands. Picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the wild or hot lunch at the lodge, followed by afternoon exploration
where you may spot hyenas, jackals, and a variety of antelope species. Return to camp for a farewell dinner, recounting the unforgettable journey through East Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Ol Tukai Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Departure
Departure
After a relaxed breakfast and optional early morning game drive, depart Amboseli and head back to Nairobi. The drive covers about 230 kilometers and takes approximately 4 to 5 hours. You will arrive in the capital in time for your afternoon or evening departures back home, with drop-off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Your incredible East African safari concludes, leaving you with memories of untamed wilderness, majestic animals, and warm cultural encounters.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
