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Arrival
Day 1
Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha
You will be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi and depart for the scenic shores of Lake Naivasha, located along the dramatic Great Rift Valley.
Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake renowned for its rich birdlife and diverse wildlife. The surrounding area is home to giraffes, buffaloes, and playful velvet and black-and-white colobus monkeys, making it a rewarding destination for nature lovers.
Your experience includes a guided boat safari on the lake, offering close views of hippos and a variety of water birds. You will also visit Crescent Island Sanctuary, where you and your family can enjoy a guided walk among freely roaming zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and other wildlife in a safe and scenic setting.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Naivasha to Maasai Mara
Lake Naivasha to Maasai Mara
Rise before dawn for a truly unforgettable experience in the Masai Mara National Reserve. After a light refreshment, set out on an early morning game drive to witness the savannah come alive at sunrise, as big cats take advantage of the cooler hours to hunt and move across the plains.
Alternatively, you may choose an optional hot air balloon safari, offering a spectacular aerial view of the Mara at first light, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Your safari specialist can assist with arranging this memorable add-on experience.
Return to your lodge for a late breakfast before heading back into the reserve with a packed picnic lunch for a full day of wildlife exploration in the Masai Mara.
In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Basecamp Masai Mara
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3-4
Maasai Mara Game Reserves
Maasai Mara Game Reserves
Rise before dawn for a truly unforgettable experience in the Masai Mara National Reserve. After a light refreshment, set out on an early morning game drive to witness the savannah come alive at sunrise, as big cats take advantage of the cooler hours to hunt and move across the plains.
Alternatively, you may choose an optional hot air balloon safari, offering a spectacular aerial view of the Mara at first light, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Your safari specialist can assist with arranging this memorable add-on experience.
Return to your lodge for a late breakfast before heading back into the reserve with a packed picnic lunch for a full day of wildlife exploration in the Masai Mara.
In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Basecamp Masai Mara
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Maasai Mara to Serengeti
Maasai Mara to Serengeti
After breakfast, transfer to the Mara Airstrip for your scheduled flight into Serengeti National Park.
On arrival, you will be welcomed by your new safari guide and set out on an afternoon game drive through this world-famous wilderness. The Serengeti is renowned for its vast populations of wildebeest, zebras, and antelope, and offers outstanding opportunities to spot predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. You may also encounter elephants, hippos, and giraffes roaming the open plains.
This first game drive provides an excellent introduction to one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Gnu Mara River Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6-7
Serengeti National Park Great Migration Safari
Serengeti National Park Great Migration Safari
Waking up in Serengeti National Park is a truly special experience, as the sounds, scents, and sights of the African wilderness surround you in one of the world’s most iconic wildlife destinations. After breakfast, set out on a morning game drive, enjoying the park’s sweeping landscapes, ever-changing light, and abundant wildlife, all interpreted by your expert guide.
Lunch will be enjoyed either as a picnic in the bush or as a hot meal at camp, after which you will continue with afternoon game drives across the plains. As the sun sets over the Serengeti, return to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Transfer from Maasai Mara to Serengeti is via Isebania border crossing.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Gnu Mara River Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater, often described as the Eighth Wonder of the World. From the panoramic viewpoint along the rim, enjoy your first breathtaking sight of this vast, fertile caldera and quickly understand why it is regarded as one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural landmarks.
Located within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the crater supports more than 120 mammal species, including the legendary Big Five. It is one of the best places to encounter the endangered black rhinoceros and to observe large pods of hippos resting in the crater’s wetlands.
Exploring the crater floor in an open-top vehicle offers exceptional opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. The area hosts a dense population of predators such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, alongside abundant herbivores including wildebeest, zebras, various antelope species, and Cape buffalo.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Karatu Tented Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park
The day begins early in Tarangire National Park, where you may witness impressive herds of elephants gathering around waterholes, along with impalas, zebras, and, with some luck, elusive leopards in their natural habitat. A midday picnic allows you to relax while enjoying the park’s dramatic scenery.
Tarangire’s rich birdlife adds another highlight to the experience, from colorful lilac-breasted rollers to towering ostriches. Afternoon game drives often reveal additional wildlife activity as the day cools.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Baobab Tented Camp
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10-11
Tarangire to Amboseli
Tarangire to Amboseli
After breakfast, depart from Tarangire and begin your journey back toward Kenya. The drive is scenic, and upon crossing the border, you will complete immigration formalities and meet your new guide before continuing to the park.
Amboseli National Park is often referred to as the “Royal Court of Kilimanjaro,” a name earned by its dramatic views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the savannah. An afternoon game drive introduces you to the park’s rich wildlife, including herds of wildebeest and zebras, lions, hyenas, a variety of antelope species, and some of Kenya’s largest elephant populations.
The iconic sight of elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife moving across the plains with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop creates one of Africa’s most memorable safari scenes.
You will spend two nights exploring Amboseli National Park, allowing ample time to enjoy its landscapes and wildlife.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Nairobi
Nairobi
Rise early this morning for your best chance to witness Mount Kilimanjaro at dawn. Often elusive behind clouds, Africa’s highest peak is most likely to reveal itself in the soft early-morning light, offering a truly memorable sight.
From several viewpoints within Amboseli National Park, the iconic silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro forms a dramatic backdrop to your wildlife encounters. As you enjoy game drives across the park, you may spot elephants, giraffes, and other plains wildlife moving gracefully across the savannah with the towering mountain rising in the distance—one of East Africa’s most celebrated safari scenes.
Later in the day, depart Amboseli and travel to Nairobi, where you will be transferred to the airport or to your hotel, marking the conclusion of your safari journey.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
