Wild Cruise Africa

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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

Arrival in Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be met by our representative and transferred to PrideInn Plaza Hotel, located at Signature Mall along Mombasa Road in Athi River. The hotel offers a comfortable and convenient stay close to the airport, with modern rooms, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, a gym, 24-hour room service, secure parking, a restaurant and Sky View Bar. Guests can enjoy a relaxing evening before beginning their safari journey. Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, is a major gateway to East Africa and offers a blend of modern city life, rich culture, business, and easy access to renowned wildlife attractions.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
PrideInn Plaza Nairobi Airport
  • Mid-range hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Maasai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast at PrideInn Plaza, depart Nairobi for the world renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy a scenic drive through Kenya’s countryside, passing rural landscapes and local communities before arriving in the Mara. Check in at PrideInn Mara Camp and Cottages, where you will relax and enjoy the natural surroundings of this iconic safari destination. The Maasai Mara is famous for its abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs and large herds of wildebeest and zebras. The reserve is also renowned for the Great Migration and its spectacular open savannah landscapes, making it one of East Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and 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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Mara Kimana Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Game drive Maasai Mara

Game drive Maasai Mara

Enjoy a full day guided game drive through the spectacular Maasai Mara National Reserve, departing early with a professional safari guide in a 4×4 vehicle. Explore the vast savannah plains in search of Africa’s iconic wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the wilderness while surrounded by the beautiful Mara landscape. The full-day experience provides ample time to explore different areas of the reserve and observe wildlife in its natural habitat. Later, return to Mara Kimana Luxury Camp, located near Sekenani Gate on the banks of the Sekenani River. The camp offers comfortable ensuite tents, hot showers, private patios, fresh cuisine and a peaceful natural setting, providing an ideal retreat after an exciting day of safari.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Mara Kimana Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast in Masai Mara, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, travelling through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive in the park, famous for its stunning lake scenery, diverse birdlife and abundant wildlife, including rhinos, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other plains game.

Continue with an afternoon game drive, exploring different areas of the park and enjoying opportunities to observe wildlife in their natural habitat. As the day comes to an end, proceed to Lake Nakuru Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay within the peaceful surroundings of Lake Nakuru National Park. Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru Scenic Drive & Wildlife Experience.

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
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli National Park

After breakfast at Lake Nakuru Lodge, depart for Amboseli National Park, enjoying a scenic drive through the Kenyan countryside towards the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. The journey offers beautiful views of the Great Rift Valley, local villages and changing landscapes as you travel south.

Upon arrival in Amboseli, proceed to Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli for check-in and relaxation. Take the afternoon to rest and enjoy the lodge’s peaceful surroundings, with the opportunity to admire the spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the wildlife-rich plains of Amboseli. Dinner and overnight at Ol Tukai Lodge.

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
Show more
HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
LeopardRare to None
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ol Tukai Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Amboseli National Park to Arusha

Amboseli National Park to Arusha

After breakfast at Ol Tukai Lodge, set out for a full-day game drive in Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, open savannah plains and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, weather permitting.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, exploring the park’s diverse landscapes while looking for elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos and numerous bird species. After lunch, continue with the afternoon game drive before departing Amboseli and crossing into Tanzania.

Proceed to Arusha and check in at Pazuri Inn for dinner, relaxation and overnight stay after a rewarding day of wildlife and travel.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Pazuri Inn
  • Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast at Pazuri Inn, depart in the morning for Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations. The park is famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, seasonal wetlands and diverse wildlife, including lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes and numerous bird species.

Upon arrival, meet your professional safari guide and begin a guided game drive through the park. Spend the rest of the day exploring Tarangire’s beautiful landscapes and searching for wildlife around the river and water sources, where animals often gather.

Later, exit the park and proceed to Njia panda Lodge for check-in, relaxation, dinner and overnight stay. The lodge provides a comfortable and peaceful base to rest after an exciting day of safari.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Njia Panda Tented Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

After breakfast at Njiapanda Lodge, depart in the morning towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy the scenic drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before entering the Serengeti, famous for its endless savannah plains, abundant wildlife and the spectacular Great Migration.

Upon entering the park, meet your professional safari guide and begin a game drive, exploring the rich wildlife habitats throughout the day. Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests and numerous bird species. The Serengeti is particularly renowned for its exceptional predator sightings and vast herds of migrating wildebeests and zebras.

After the game drive, proceed to Friends Serengeti Camp for check-in, dinner, relaxation and overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti 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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Friends - Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 9

Central Serengeti National park

Central Serengeti National park

After breakfast at Friends Serengeti Camp, set out for a full-day guided game drive through Central Serengeti. This remarkable area is known for its endless golden plains, abundant resident wildlife and excellent opportunities for spotting the Big Five, especially lions, leopards and cheetahs. The Serengeti is also famous for the Great Migration, when millions of wildebeests and zebras move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with a picnic lunch in the park while continuing to explore the diverse landscapes and wildlife. Later, return to Friends Serengeti Camp, a comfortable safari camp offering a peaceful atmosphere and an authentic wilderness experience. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Friends - Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 10

Central Serengeti National park to Ngorongoro Crater

Central Serengeti National park to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast at Friends Serengeti Camp, enjoy a morning game drive in Central Serengeti, exploring the vast plains and searching for lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeests. After lunch, depart Serengeti and continue towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying the scenic landscapes along the way.

Upon arrival, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an afternoon game drive. The crater is renowned for its dramatic scenery, high concentration of wildlife and excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, hippos and other species. Later, ascend from the crater and proceed to Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp, offering a comfortable and peaceful stay in the highlands. Enjoy dinner, relaxation and overnight at the camp.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 11

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. Often described as one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife areas, the crater offers breathtaking scenery and a remarkable concentration of wildlife. Explore the crater floor in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos and, with luck, the endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated area while surrounded by the dramatic crater landscape. Continue the game drive in the afternoon before ascending from the crater and proceeding to Eileen’s Tree Inn in Karatu.

Eileen’s Tree Inn provides a comfortable and peaceful retreat after a full day of safari, with a relaxing atmosphere and convenient access to the Ngorongoro and northern Tanzania safari circuit. Enjoy dinner, relaxation and overnight at the lodge.

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
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Eileen's Trees Inn
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 12

Karatu to Lake Eyasi

Karatu to Lake Eyasi

After breakfast in Karatu, depart in the morning for Lake Eyasi, a remote and fascinating destination known for its unique landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Enjoy a full day exploring the area and experiencing the traditional way of life of the Hadzabe and Datoga communities, with opportunities to learn about their customs, daily activities and local traditions.

Take time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Lake Eyasi and its beautiful scenery, far from the busy safari routes. After the cultural experience, begin the journey back towards Arusha.

Upon arrival, check in at Pazuri Inn for dinner, relaxation and overnight stay, providing a comfortable rest after a full day of exploration.

Main Destination:
Lake Eyasi (Tanzania)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Pazuri Inn
  • Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 13

Kilimanjaro International Airport

Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast at Pazuri Inn, enjoy some free time to relax and prepare for your departure. Depending on your scheduled flight time, you will be transferred from the hotel to Kilimanjaro International Airport.

The transfer will be arranged at the appropriate time to ensure a comfortable and timely journey to the airport, allowing sufficient time for check-in and other departure formalities. As you travel from Arusha towards the airport, enjoy the final views of Tanzania’s beautiful landscapes.

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, your safari adventure comes to an end. We wish you a safe journey and hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable African experience.

Main Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport (Tanzania)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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