Kilidove Tours and Safaris

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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

Lake Nakuru

Lake Nakuru

Enjoy an early morning pick-up followed by a scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Located within the Great Rift Valley, just south of Lake Bogoria and straddling the equator, Lake Nakuru is one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations.

The alkaline lake is internationally renowned for its vast flocks of flamingos, which often gather along the shoreline in breathtaking numbers, creating a striking pink horizon. Beyond birdlife, the park is also an important rhino sanctuary, home to significant populations of both black and white rhinos, along with a wide variety of other wildlife.

You will arrive at the park in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to explore the diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife of this iconic reserve.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Maasai Mara

Maasai Mara

Depart early in the morning and travel to the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of the last remaining ecosystems where wildlife thrives in vast numbers and largely undisturbed natural habitats. As the northern extension of the greater Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara is world-famous for its dramatic seasonal migration, when thousands of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains, closely followed by predators.

You will arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to begin exploring the reserve’s rich wildlife and expansive savannah landscapes.

Note: Accommodation options can be upgraded to higher-end properties or adjusted to more economical alternatives, with corresponding changes to the overall price.

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:
Basecamp Masai Mara
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3-4

Maasai Mara

Maasai Mara

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in the reserve, with a packed lunch provided to maximize your time in the bush. The area is particularly renowned for its impressive black-maned lions, abundant resident wildlife, and the strong possibility of spotting the Big Five within a single morning game drive.

Cheetahs are frequently seen across the open plains, and in some cases, they may rest in the shade of safari vehicles during the heat of the day. The reserve is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, with nearly 500 recorded species. These include numerous birds of prey such as eagles, hawks, and falcons, several species of vultures and storks, bustards including the kori bustard—the heaviest flying bird in the world—and a variety of colorful sunbirds.

Note: Accommodation can be upgraded to higher-end options or adjusted to more economical alternatives, with corresponding price adjustments.

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:
Basecamp Masai Mara
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Maasai Mara to Serengeit

Maasai Mara to Serengeit

On this day, you will transfer from the Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park via the Isebania border. While the journey takes most of the day, it offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities along the way. You will enjoy a morning game drive in the Masai Mara before crossing the border, followed by an afternoon game drive upon entering the Serengeti.

In the late afternoon, continue on a scenic game drive en route to your tented camp.

Note: Accommodation can be upgraded to higher-end options at an additional cost or adjusted to more economical alternatives, with corresponding price reductions.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Gnu Mara River Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6-7

Great Migration safari in Serengeti

Great Migration safari in Serengeti

Morning and afternoon game drive along the Mara river, with early departure. The great migration will be in this area from late July to mid-October, crossing the famous Mara river to Maasai Mara reserve in Kenya and back to Serengeti. You will have a high opportunity to see them crossing while the crocodiles in the river attack them.
The North Serengeti also has many big cats, elephants, giraffes, impalas, and hippos, and it is another good place to see the endangered black rhino. All meals and overnight will be at the camp.

Main Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Gnu Mara River Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Predators Hunting safari

Predators Hunting safari

After an early breakfast, depart for the Central Serengeti, renowned for its high concentration of big cats and predators. Enjoy game drives en route as you traverse the vast plains, with continued wildlife viewing throughout the day and into the evening within the Serengeti.

Note: Accommodation can be upgraded to higher-end options at an additional cost or adjusted to more economical alternatives, with corresponding price reductions.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Mawe Tented Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Ngorongoro Crater - Pink flamingos and Black Rhino

Ngorongoro Crater - Pink flamingos and Black Rhino

After breakfast, depart the lodge and drive to the crater for another exciting day of game viewing. Highlights include the rare spotted black rhino, a wide variety of big game, and the breathtaking scenery of the crater floor. After the game drive, continue to your lodge in time for dinner and an overnight stay.

Note: Accommodation can be upgraded to higher-end options at an additional cost or adjusted to more economical alternatives, with corresponding price reductions.

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

Day 10

Lake Manyara or Tarangire

Lake Manyara or Tarangire

After breakfast, depart and drive across the Great Rift Valley to either Lake Manyara National Park or Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive.

Lake Manyara National Park is renowned for its lush groundwater forest, dominated by giant fig and mahogany trees that provide habitat for baboons and blue monkeys. The park is also famous for its rich birdlife, large herds of buffalo, elephants, giraffes, impalas, a resident hippo pool, tree-climbing lions, and flamingos along the lakeshore. Game drives are conducted along the lake’s edge, offering beautiful scenery with wildlife set against the shimmering water and open plains.

Alternatively, Tarangire National Park offers a contrasting landscape of rolling savannah, riverine woodlands, and iconic baobab trees. The park is known for its large elephant herds, diverse wildlife, and excellent predator sightings, especially along the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife year-round.

In the afternoon, you will transfer to Arusha.

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
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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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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