$2,989 to $3,855 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Depart early in the morning for the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of the few places on earth where wildlife still thrives in relatively undisturbed numbers, reminiscent of Africa’s past. As the northern extension of the vast Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara is renowned for the spectacular seasonal migration of thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and their accompanying predators. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a campsite or lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Spend a full day in the Maasai Mara with a game drive after breakfast and a packed lunch provided. The reserve is renowned for its black-maned lions and abundant resident wildlife, and is one of the few places where it is possible to spot the Big Five within a single morning drive. Some cheetahs are so accustomed to vehicles that they rest in their shade during the heat of the day, while others may even climb onto the roof for a better view of potential prey. Bird enthusiasts will also be impressed, with nearly 500 recorded species including 16 types of eagles, numerous hawks and falcons, six species of vultures, eight species of storks, four species of bustards—including the Kori bustard, the world’s heaviest flying bird—and nine species of sunbirds. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a campsite or lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Maasai Mara to Serengeti
Maasai Mara to Serengeti
Begin the day with an early morning game drive in the Maasai Mara as you exit the national reserve. After completing border formalities, continue the journey into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. Although it is a long travel day, the game viewing while entering and exiting the parks can be unexpectedly rewarding and memorable. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a campsite or lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Enkirari Wilderness Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day in the Serengeti with a flexible schedule and unlimited mileage. As you crest the hills, the vast plains stretch endlessly before you—true to its name, Serengeti, meaning “endless plains” in Kiswahili. This 6,900 sq. mile (18,000 sq. km) park is home to more than two million large animals, including over a million wildebeest, hundreds of thousands of plains zebras, and Thomson’s gazelles. Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas are drawn to the area by this abundance of migrating prey. The park also supports a wide variety of smaller wildlife, including rock hyrax, bat-eared foxes, mongooses, honey badgers, jackals, monkeys, baboons, and African hares, along with nearly 500 bird species. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive en route to the campsite. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a public campsite or private tented camp/lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Enkirari Wilderness Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro
Start the day very early with a morning game drive in the Serengeti before breakfast, when wildlife is most active and you can enjoy a spectacular sunrise over the African savannah—one of the most unforgettable experiences in Africa. After the game drive, return to camp for brunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Ngorongoro, often called the Eighth Natural Wonder of the World. The crater features walls up to 2,000 feet high and a floor covering about 102 square miles, forming a natural enclosure often compared to Noah’s Ark, with almost every species of wildlife native to East Africa, including the rare black rhino. It is known for having one of the highest concentrations of wildlife on the planet, and its large bull elephants are famous for their impressive tusks, enriched by the mineral-rich volcanic soil and vegetation.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Pakulala Safari Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Begin the day very early with a descent into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for an unforgettable morning of wildlife viewing in one of the most spectacular places on Earth. After the game drive, enjoy a picnic lunch near the scenic hippo pool. In the afternoon, continue with a short game drive before ascending the crater and exiting the Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Arusha. Arrival in Arusha is expected around 5:00 pm, though timing remains flexible in case of a flight or other arrangements.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
