Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with an early pick-up in Nairobi followed by a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, offering breathtaking views of escarpments and traditional rural settlements. You will arrive at the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. After some relaxation, you will proceed on your first game drive across the reserve’s vast savannah plains. The Masai Mara is home to an incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species. Your guide will help you spot predators and explain animal behaviors, birdlife, and ecosystem dynamics. You will also enjoy stunning views of rolling grasslands dotted with acacia trees. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp inside or near the reserve.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Mara Simba Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Exploring Masai Mara National Reserve
Exploring Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart with picnic lunch boxes for a full-day exploration of the Masai Mara. You will travel across different sections of the reserve, including riverine areas and open plains where wildlife congregates. You may visit the Mara River, famous for its crocodiles and hippos, and known as a key crossing point during the Great Migration season. Throughout the day, you will observe elephants moving in family herds, lions resting in shaded areas, and cheetahs scanning the horizon for prey. Your guide will position the vehicle for optimal wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. Lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic picnic site surrounded by nature. Later, continue exploring new areas of the reserve, ensuring a rich and immersive safari experience before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Mara Simba Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, check out and drive toward Lake Nakuru National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley. The journey offers scenic views of escarpments, farms, and local towns. Upon arrival and after lunch, proceed for a game drive within the park, which is renowned for its rhino conservation program. You will have excellent chances of seeing both black and white rhinos, as well as Rothschild’s giraffes, buffalos, and waterbucks. The lake itself often attracts flamingos and other bird species, creating colorful and lively scenery. The park’s acacia woodlands and open grasslands support a variety of wildlife, and your guide will interpret the ecosystem and wildlife interactions. Return to your lodge or camp later for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Nakuru – Amboseli National Park
Lake Nakuru – Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, check out and travel south toward Amboseli National Park, passing through scenic countryside and local communities. Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. You will arrive in time for lunch and relaxation at your accommodation. Later, proceed for a game drive across the park’s open plains, swamps, and seasonal lakes. Elephants can often be seen moving gracefully across the landscape, while other wildlife such as zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and predators roam freely. The snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro provides a magnificent backdrop, especially when visible. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Safari Camp
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, enjoy an extensive game drive exploring different habitats within Amboseli. The park’s wetlands attract numerous animals, offering excellent opportunities to observe elephants bathing, hippos resting in water, and birds feeding along the shores. You will also encounter plains game such as gazelles, impalas, and wildebeests. Your guide will share insights into animal behavior, conservation efforts, and the ecological importance of the park. Lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic location, allowing you to relax while immersed in nature. Continue exploring more areas of the park, capturing memorable wildlife sightings and enjoying the beautiful landscape before returning to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Kibo Safari Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Amboseli – Tarangire National Park
Amboseli – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Tanzania via the Namanga border, where you will complete immigration formalities and meet your Tanzanian guide. Continue to Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Tarangire is known for its massive baobab trees and large elephant population. Later, proceed for a game drive along the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife throughout the year. You may see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species. The unique landscape and peaceful atmosphere make Tarangire a special safari destination. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Baobab Tented Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Tarangire – Central Serengeti National Park
Tarangire – Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, check out and drive toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, passing through beautiful landscapes and traditional villages. You will arrive in the central Serengeti area, known for its abundant wildlife. After lunch, enjoy a game drive across the endless plains, where you may encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and large herds of grazers. The Serengeti’s vast ecosystem supports incredible biodiversity, and your guide will help you locate animals and explain their movements and behaviors. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Weavers Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Central Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart with picnic lunch boxes for a full-day safari across the Serengeti plains. The central Serengeti is rich in wildlife year-round due to its permanent water sources and diverse habitats. You will explore rocky outcrops known as kopjes, which serve as resting spots for lions and vantage points for predators. Throughout the day, you will observe a variety of animals and bird species in their natural environment. Lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic picnic site within the park. Continue exploring different areas, maximizing wildlife sightings and enjoying the beauty of the Serengeti before returning to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Tukaone Weavers Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, check out and proceed toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying wildlife viewing along the way. Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. The crater is a unique ecosystem with a high concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffalo, zebras, and rhinos. The crater floor features grasslands, forests, and a soda lake that attracts flamingos and other birds. Lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic picnic site within the crater. Later, ascend and proceed to your lodge located on or near the crater rim for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Karatu Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Ngorongoro – Arusha Airport
Ngorongoro – Arusha Airport
After breakfast, check out and drive to Arusha Airport. The journey passes through scenic highlands, local villages, and coffee plantations, offering a glimpse into daily life in northern Tanzania. Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be dropped off for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenya and Tanzania safari adventure filled with exceptional wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and lifelong memories.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha Airport (Arusha, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
