$6,822 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi - Lake Naivasha
Nairobi - Lake Naivasha
You'll be picked up from your hotel or the airport and immediately whisked away to Lake Naivasha National Park. The short, two to three hour drive passes by some beautiful scenery, and before you know it you'll be lakeside and ready for your game drive.
Situated at an elevation of 1,884m, Lake Naivasha is the highest lake within the Great Rift Valley and is home to many species of birds and animals - about 400 bird species and over 1500 hippos!
Today you will have a walking safari on Crescent Island Game Sanctuary. Tours of the sanctuary last between 1.5-3 hours, and highlights include walking amongst the resident giraffes and zebras.
You will also have a boat safari to get up close to the hippos and birds in the lake. If you look to the shores, you may see zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes.
A typical both safari on Lake Naivasha takes around an hour, and the lake’s sheer size means that you will not be distracted by the rumble of other boat engines.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Naivasha - Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Naivasha - Masai Mara National Reserve
It wouldn't be a safari in Kenya without a visit to the legendary Masai Mara.
You'll depart from Lake Naivasha after breakfast and drive south to the Masai Mara, the home to the Eighth Wonder of the World - the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Whatever time of the year you're in the park, you'll get the chance to see lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, and more. In certain months, during the Wildebeest Migration, the park is flooded with more than 1.7 million wildebeest and 500,000 zebras.
You'll enjoy lunch at your lodge before heading out into the park for an afternoon game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
Wake before the dawn for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness a Masai Mara sunrise. After a quick cup of coffee, you'll head out into the park to watch as the sun sets fire to the savannah and the big cats take advantage of the morning cool to search for a meal.
Alternatively, you can take to the skies with a hot air balloon safari that will see you soar above all of the action before setting down on the plains for a champagne breakfast among the wildlife. Ask your safari expert about adding a hot air balloon adventure to your safari.
You'll then return to your lodge for a late breakfast before packing a picnic lunch and heading back out into the park for a day-long exploration of the Masai Mara. You may also opt to relax at your lodge in the morning, enjoy lunch on site, and then head out again in the afternoon once the weather has cooled off a bit.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Masai Mara - Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
Masai Mara - Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
There's no pulling punches here: this is a long day's driving.
Departing after an early breakfast with a packed lunch, you'll enjoy a game drive en route to the Isebania border crossing that separates Tanzania and Kenya. Once your immigration formalities are complete and you've met with your new Tanzanian driver, you'll continue to the Serengeti.
Arriving late in the day, you'll check into your hotel and relax ahead of tomorrow's explorations. It is possible to cut on some travel time by opting for a flight here. The exact price will depend on your travel dates and availability.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Baobab Mara Luxury Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)
You'll spend your day driving through this distinct and beautiful region of the park in search of the Wildebeest Migration and the Big Five.
As you stay a full day in the Northern part of Serengeti, the chance to see the river crossing of the wildebeests becomes bigger. Almost every day some of the wildebeests are crossing the river looking for new nutrients. There are different crossing points and there might be multiple crossings in one day. Of course you will also need some luck - it is possible that the wildebeest will not cross during your stay. Your guide will be connected with a radio to hear from (or inform) other guides about the location of the crossing- so you will have the best possible chance of catching a crossing.
In the afternoon, you have the option to extend your game drive until sunset or participate in one of the optional activities available at your lodge. These often include nature walks or a sundowner at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Baobab Mara Luxury Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Northern Serengeti - Central Serengeti
Northern Serengeti - Central Serengeti
Following breakfast, you will embark on your journey through the Togoro plains and the Mbuzi Mawe kopjes, crossing the Banagi River en route to the Seronera region in Central Serengeti. During this drive, you'll have the chance to observe a wide range of wildlife, from the elusive dik-diks to majestic elephants, and everything in between.
Seronera is renowned as 'big cat country,' with its kopjes and acacia trees serving as ideal spots to encounter a pride of lions at rest, agile cheetahs on the prowl, and leopards keeping watch from their elevated perches. The region's hippo pools and expansive landscapes also offer abundant opportunities for wildlife sightings.
You will enjoy dinner and spend the night in the heart of the Serengeti National Park, with accommodations tailored to your preferred standard and type.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Tamu Tamu Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Following breakfast, you'll begin your journey back toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Our route takes you through the Serengeti via an alternate path, providing ample opportunities to spot the wildlife that may have eluded you on the previous day. As far as the eye can see, you'll witness vast herds of animals, including wildebeests and zebras migrating together, elegant giraffes, agile antelopes and gazelles, the mighty African elephant, and the most revered members of the animal kingdom: the predators.
During this drive, you may have the privilege of spotting sleek cheetahs, elusive leopards, scavenging hyenas, and, last but not least, the majestic lion.
Your dinner and overnight accommodations will be arranged either on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater or in the nearby town of Karatu, depending on your chosen standard and type of accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
After enjoying breakfast, your journey continues as you depart for Ngorongoro Crater, often regarded as the Eighth Wonder of the World. When you catch your first glimpse of this immense and lush caldera from a panoramic viewpoint, you'll quickly grasp why it holds such a prestigious reputation.
The Ngorongoro Crater is home to an impressive array of wildlife, boasting over 120 species of mammals. This destination ranks among the most coveted safari locations globally. It offers an opportunity to witness the black rhinoceros as it peacefully grazes on the plains, along with the chance to observe hippopotamuses luxuriating in the cool waters.
From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you'll have the privilege of observing and capturing photographs of some of Africa's most iconic animals.
After the thrills and excitement of the day, you will have a picnic lunch by the park's famous hippo pool. You'll then return to your hotel in Arusha or to Arusha airport in the evening.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
