$3,580 to $4,444 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Scenic Drive to Masai Mara with Rift Valley Views, Wildlife Welcome & stay at Lodge
Scenic Drive to Masai Mara with Rift Valley Views, Wildlife Welcome & stay at Lodge
We will pick you up from your designated departure hotel and bring you to our office for a short briefing before starting your scenic journey to the Masai Mara. The first stop will be at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the escarpments and a brief photo opportunity. We aim to arrive at Jambo Mara in time for lunch. However, in case of traffic or road incidents, lunch may be taken en route in Narok town. Upon arrival at the lodge, you’ll check in, unwind in your room, and later enjoy dinner. Jambo Mara Safari Lodge is located inside the greater Masai Mara ecosystem, and its position relative to the National Reserve may vary slightly depending on the route your guide uses. In the evening, you may be treated to Maasai cultural dances or a bonfire, subject to availability. The lodge is ideal for honeymooners, families with kids, and solo travelers seeking a peaceful stay.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Masai Mara Full-Day Safari Game Drive, Wildlife & Maasai Village Visit
Masai Mara Full-Day Safari Game Drive, Wildlife & Maasai Village Visit
You'll start your day with an early buffet breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive beginning at 7:00 AM and extending into the late afternoon, 4/5 pm. You’ll leave the lodge with a packed lunch for an uninterrupted safari experience. The Masai Mara is world-renowned for its rich wildlife diversity and well-connected game viewing tracks, offering excellent opportunities for photography and up-close sightings. You'll enjoy breathtaking moments with lions—known locally as the “man-eaters of the Mara.” Bird lovers will delight in spotting over 450 bird species. You'll pause for a scenic picnic lunch at the hippo pool, where you can dine while observing hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat. Later, there’s an optional visit to a traditional Maasai village for just $20 per person. Your evening concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at Jambo Mara Safari Lodge. Fun fact: The Masai Mara is home to the Great Migration—one of the Seven New Wonders of the World.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Big Five Safari Quest & Optional Hot Air Balloon Adventure in Masai Mara
Big Five Safari Quest & Optional Hot Air Balloon Adventure in Masai Mara
After breakfast, you’ll head out for another exciting full-day game drive in the Masai Mara. With two full days in the reserve, your chances of spotting all members of the Big Five are high—though sightings are never guaranteed, and the elusive leopard remains the hardest to spot during daylight. You’ll leave with a packed lunch, and the lodges are well-prepared to cater to guests with special dietary needs. Today also offers the once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience a hot air balloon safari (optional), a bucket-list activity for many safari lovers. You'll soar above the savannah as the sun rises and witness the wildlife from a bird’s-eye view—an unforgettable perspective that truly captures the magic of the Mara. After a fulfilling day of exploration and adventure, you'll return for dinner and an overnight stay at Jambo Mara Safari Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Scenic Drive to Naivasha, Boat Ride, and Walking Safari on Crescent Island
Scenic Drive to Naivasha, Boat Ride, and Walking Safari on Crescent Island
After breakfast, you’ll depart the Masai Mara and journey toward Lake Naivasha via the scenic Nakuru Highway. Along the way, you'll enjoy stunning views of Mount Longonot rising proudly above the Rift Valley floor. Upon arrival, you’ll check in just in time for lunch before heading out for optional activities designed to add a little thrill to your day. A boat ride on Lake Naivasha offers a peaceful yet exciting escape—keep an eye out for cheeky hippos surfacing for air. For a truly unique experience, visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari. Here, you’ll stroll among zebras, gazelles, and giraffes—so close they might just photobomb your selfies! It’s an immersive way to connect with nature and unwind after your safari days. Your evening will end with dinner and an overnight stay at Sarova Woodlands Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Rhino sightings then depart to Amboseli
Rhino sightings then depart to Amboseli
You'll start your day with a buffet breakfast before heading out for a 3–4-hour game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park. Though smaller in size, this park offers an incredibly rich experience and is the only one where you’re guaranteed to see both white and black rhinos coexisting in their natural habitat. After the drive, you'll enjoy an en-route lunch, then after a thrilling day outdoors, you’ll head to Blooming Suites for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Elephant Encounters & Mt KilimanjaroViews on your Amboseli Game Drive
Elephant Encounters & Mt KilimanjaroViews on your Amboseli Game Drive
After breakfast, you’ll set out for a thrilling game drive in Amboseli National Park—Kenya’s second-best park, renowned for its close-range wildlife encounters. The park is famously home to large herds of majestic elephants, often seen against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest snow-capped peak. As you explore, keep an ear out for the distant roars of lions and have your camera ready for the stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. You'll enjoy a scenic picnic lunch in the heart of the park, surrounded by nature’s finest sights and sounds. In the evening, you'll return to Amboseli Sopa Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, unwinding after a magical day in the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Sunrise Game Drive in Amboseli & Transfer to Arusha via Namanga Border
Sunrise Game Drive in Amboseli & Transfer to Arusha via Namanga Border
You’ll begin your day with an early pre-breakfast game drive at 6:30 AM in the swampy plains of Amboseli National Park. This is the perfect time to witness wildlife at its most active, with sightings of hippos wallowing in the wetlands, large elephants with their calves trudging through the mud, and a variety of herbivores grazing in the morning calm. After your drive, you'll return to the lodge for a full breakfast before checking out. You’ll then head to the Namanga border, where our Tanzanian team will be waiting for you with a private saloon car, which will transfer you to Arusha. Upon crossing into Tanzania, you’ll be transferred to the Tulia Boutique & Spa, where you’ll enjoy a nicely made bed & breakfast. Later that evening, we will send over our Tanzania team to brief you.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Elephant Encounters & River Safari in Tarangire National Park
Elephant Encounters & River Safari in Tarangire National Park
After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll head out for a game drive through Tarangire National Park, following the winding Tarangire River that divides the park and serves as a vital water source for its rich wildlife. The park is especially famous for its large elephant population. You’ll likely witness herds gathering at the riverbanks to drink and cool off. As you explore the park’s diverse terrain—scattered baobab trees, open savannah, and acacia woodlands—keep your eyes open for lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species. You'll enjoy a scenic picnic lunch at one of the designated sites within the park. In the late afternoon, you’ll exit the park and proceed to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Farm of Dreams Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Big Five Safari & Wildebeest Migration at Serengeti & Calving Season
Big Five Safari & Wildebeest Migration at Serengeti & Calving Season
You’ll begin your day with an early breakfast at the hotel with en route lunch, and set out for afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park. The day is dedicated to tracking the Great Wildebeest Migration (July to September) and searching for the iconic Big Five (throughout the year): lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and calving Season (February through March) One of the highlights of the day is a game drive to the crocodile-infested Grumeti River, where you may witness dramatic river crossings and spot large crocodiles and hippos lounging in the water. You’ll then head to the lodge with a game drive en route, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
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Shuhudia Adventure Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Wildlife-Rich Safari Across Serengeti Plains to Ngorongoro Conservancy
Wildlife-Rich Safari Across Serengeti Plains to Ngorongoro Conservancy
You’ll start your day with an early breakfast at the lodge before heading out with picnic lunches for a 4-5hour game drive in the vast Serengeti National Park. The park offers one of the richest wildlife habitats in the world, and today you’ll be tracking herds of wildebeest, zebras, and giraffes, as well as predators like lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and wild dogs. With a bit of luck, you may also spot elusive species such as the black rhino, lesser kudu, or black-backed jackals. The Serengeti is also home to a wide variety of antelopes, including impalas, Grant’s gazelles, bushbuck, and kongonis. Keep an eye out for playful olive baboons, vervet monkeys, and curious mongooses along the way. By evening, you’ll exit the park and head to the Ngorongoro Conservancy, where dinner and an overnight stay await you at Ngorongoro Wild Camp.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Wild Camp
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater – Flamingos, Tree-Climbing Lions & Scenic Safari & Farewell Wildlife
Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater – Flamingos, Tree-Climbing Lions & Scenic Safari & Farewell Wildlife
After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll meet our guide for a half day game drive in ngorongoro crater. You’ll arrive at the park and proceed with a game drive, exploring its diverse ecosystems with your packed picnic lunch in hand. Ngorongoro crater is renowned for its flocks of pink flamingos along the lakeshore and its rare tree-climbing lions—one of the park’s most unique highlights. As you drive through the lush groundwater forest and open plains, keep your eyes peeled for elephants, giraffes, baboons, and other wildlife. In the evening, you’ll depart the park and head to town for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Departure
Departure
After breakfast, you will check out and either be transferred to Arusha Airport (extra cost) or catch a shuttle bus back to Nairobi (the shuttle back to Nairobi is complimentary).
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
