Rioba Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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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

Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya

Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi. After check-in, take time to relax and unwind from your journey, with the rest of the day at leisure. You may choose to enjoy the hotel facilities or simply rest as you prepare for the exciting adventure ahead. In the evening, a short safari briefing can be arranged to go through your itinerary and ensure everything is set for your unforgettable East African safari experience.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Accommodation:
The Heron By Sarovar Portico India Nairobi Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, depart from Nairobi and enjoy a scenic drive through the Kenyan countryside toward Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. The journey offers glimpses of local villages, open plains, and pastoral Maasai communities along the way.

Upon arrival in time for lunch, relax briefly before heading out for an exciting afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds, often seen roaming freely against the stunning backdrop of Africa’s highest peak. You may also encounter lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of birdlife as you explore the park’s diverse habitats, including swamps and open savannah. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February
High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)
Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HippoCommon
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HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Accommodation:
Praro Amboseli Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering ALOCA Conservancy (Amboseli NP, Kenya) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Amboseli National Park to Arusha via Namanga Border

Amboseli National Park to Arusha via Namanga Border

After breakfast, depart from Amboseli National Park with an en-route game drive as you exit the park. This final drive offers another chance to spot elephants, zebras, giraffes, and possibly predators, often set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Continue toward the Namanga border, enjoying wildlife viewing along the way. Upon arrival, complete immigration and customs formalities before crossing into Tanzania, where you will meet your Tanzanian guide and vehicle. Proceed to Arusha, the gateway to the northern safari circuit.

Arrive in the afternoon and transfer to your lodge for some rest and relaxation. Evening at leisure, with dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Njiro Legacy Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s hidden gems, renowned for its majestic baobab trees and large concentrations of elephants. Upon arrival, begin an exciting full-day game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, from open savannah to acacia woodlands. The Tarangire River, the park’s main water source, attracts a wide variety of wildlife, especially during the dry season, including lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous bird species.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while surrounded by nature, then continue exploring different areas of the park in search of predators and large herds of animals. In the late afternoon, head to your lodge for dinner and overnight, reflecting on a rewarding day of wildlife viewing.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Serengeti, driving through the breathtaking landscapes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of highlands, Maasai villages, and vast open plains as you descend into the heart of wildlife country.

Arrive in the Serengeti in time for an exciting afternoon game drive across the endless savannah, famous for its incredible concentration of wildlife. Keep your camera ready as you search for iconic predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as large herds of zebras, wildebeest, and antelopes. This is also the stage for the Great Migration (seasonal), one of nature’s most spectacular events.

As the sun sets over the golden plains, head to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
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:
Tukaone Hembe Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Karatu

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Karatu

Enjoy an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, a perfect time to witness predators on the move and the plains coming to life. After breakfast, begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, enjoying a scenic en-route game drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with chances to spot wildlife along the way.

Take in the breathtaking views of the highlands, dotted with Maasai villages and rolling landscapes, before continuing to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Farm of Dreams Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge in Karatu (Town, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro International Airport

Ngorongoro Crater – Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife areas. The crater offers excellent chances to see the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, as well as lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and flamingos around the lake.

In the afternoon, ascend from the crater and begin your scenic drive back toward Arusha. Later in the evening, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable East African safari experience.

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:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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