Laba Africa Expeditions

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$4,564 to $5,910 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

To Hells Gate National Park

To Hells Gate National Park

You will be picked up early in the morning and drive to Hell's Gate National Park, one of the few parks in Kenya where you can enjoy a cycling safari. Ride through scenic landscapes of cliffs, open plains, and volcanic formations while spotting wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, buffalo, and various antelope species.

After the cycling experience, you’ll continue to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch and relaxation by the lakeshore. Optional activities such as a boat ride to see hippos and birdlife can also be arranged.

Main Destination:
Hell’S Gate National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to February (Little rain)
High Season The park is rarely busy
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
LeopardVery Rare
CheetahVery Rare
HyenaRare
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LionNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, you will set out for a full-day game drive, with a packed lunch provided. The reserve is famous for its black-maned lions and abundant wildlife, and it is one of the few places where you can spot the Big Five in a single morning. Many cheetahs are remarkably accustomed to vehicles, often seeking shade under them or even climbing onto the roof for a better view of potential prey. Birdwatchers will be delighted, as nearly 500 species have been recorded here, including 16 types of eagles, numerous hawks and falcons, six vultures, eight storks, four bustards (including the kori bustard, the heaviest flying bird in the world), and nine species of sunbirds.

Note: Lodging can be upgraded for comfort or downgraded for savings.

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:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3-4

Safaris in Masai Mara National Reserve

Safaris in Masai Mara National Reserve

Days 3 and 4 are reserved for experiencing the wonders of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. After breakfast, you’ll head out on full-day game drives, with a packed lunch to keep you energized. The reserve is home to a wealth of wildlife, including the iconic black-maned lions, and offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five in a single outing. Cheetahs here are surprisingly relaxed around vehicles, often resting in the shade or even climbing onto roofs to scan for prey. Birdwatchers will be delighted by nearly 500 species, including eagles, hawks, falcons, vultures, storks, bustards like the massive kori bustard, and colorful sunbirds.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

To Serengeti National Park ( Tanzania )

To Serengeti National Park ( Tanzania )

On this day, you will travel from the Maasai Mara National Reserve to the Serengeti National Park via the Isebania border. Most of the day will be spent on the road, but you’ll enjoy game drives along the way—exploring wildlife in the Maasai Mara in the morning and the Serengeti in the afternoon. Later, continue the game drive as you make your way to the tented camp for the evening.

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
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GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Suenos de Africa Luxury Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6-7

Game Drives in Serengeti National Park

Game Drives in Serengeti National Park

The famous Serengeti National Park is known for the Great Migration and its stunning wildlife. Game drives take you through the crater highlands and across the “endless plains.” The 6,900 sq mile (18,000 sq km) park is home to over 2 million animals, including wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, smaller mammals, and nearly 500 bird species.

On day two, enjoy full-day game drives with optional visits to Olduvai Gorge or a Hot Air balloon safari at an extra cost. Lodging can be upgraded for Ultra Luxury, extra comfort or chosen at a budget-friendly level.

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

Day 8

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Start the day with an early morning game drive before breakfast, when animals are most active, and enjoy a breathtaking sunrise over the plains. After the drive, return to camp for brunch, then transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater. With walls rising 2,000 ft and a floor spanning 102 sq miles, the crater is a natural haven hosting nearly every East African species, including the rare black rhino. Its diverse landscape includes rivers, swamps, flamingo-filled lakes, forests, and open plains. Large bull elephants here grow massive tusks thanks to the mineral-rich volcanic soil and grasses.

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
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ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

Early in the morning, descend to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing in one of the world’s most remarkable landscapes. Stop for a picnic lunch near the hippo-filled lake, then continue spotting animals in the afternoon before driving up the crater’s steep rim and transferring to Lake Manyara National Park for your overnight stay. From June to September, a visit to Tarangire National Park is recommended instead.

Optional stop at Oldonyo Sambu Maasai Village is possible en route.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Karatu Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Lake Manyara National Park

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, drive across the Great Rift Valley to Lake Manyara National Park for a full-day game drive. This scenic park features lush acacia, fig, and mahogany forests, home to baboons, blue monkeys, and a rich variety of birds. Large herds of buffalo, giraffes, elephants, and impalas roam the park, while hippos gather in the lake. Climbing lions and flamingos along the shore make for unforgettable sightings. Game drives along the lakeshore provide stunning views of wildlife with the lake and plains as a backdrop.

After the game drive, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
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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