$9,185 to $13,288 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park - Where Flamingos Paint the Horizon
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park - Where Flamingos Paint the Horizon
Begin your African adventure with an early morning departure from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned worldwide for its spectacular flamingo displays. This alkaline lake, considered one of the Natural Wonders of the World, transforms into a mesmerizing pink canvas when thousands of flamingos gather along its shores. Beyond its famous flamingos, Lake Nakuru flamingo safari serves as a critical rhino sanctuary, protecting over 100 black and white rhinos. Arrive for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive spotting rhinos, lions, leopards, and countless bird species in this ecological paradise.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
-
The Cliff
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara - Gateway to Endless Plains
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara - Gateway to Endless Plains
Journey to Kenya's crown jewel, the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve. As the northern extension of Tanzania's Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts the breathtaking annual wildebeest migration and maintains one of Africa's highest concentrations of big cats. After lunch at your luxury camp, embark on your first Mara game drive, where the rolling grasslands offer exceptional visibility and photographic opportunities. Keep your camera ready for pride of black-maned lions, cheetahs hunting on open plains, and elephants traversing the savanna against the backdrop of spectacular African sunsets.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Mara Exploration - Big Five Territory
Masai Mara Exploration - Big Five Territory
Devote an entire day to exploring the magnificent Masai Mara. Set out at dawn with packed lunches for an extended game drive through diverse habitats where wildlife thrives in remarkable density. The Mara offers one of Africa's few remaining opportunities to spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) in a single day. Marvel at extraordinarily tame cheetahs that may seek shade beneath your vehicle, witness massive elephant herds, and spot some of the reserve's 500+ bird species. Optional hot air balloon safaris can be arranged for a breathtaking aerial perspective of this iconic landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Cross-Border Safari - Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park
Cross-Border Safari - Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park
Experience an extraordinary cross-border safari day as you transition from Kenya's Masai Mara to Tanzania's legendary Serengeti National Park. Begin with a final Kenyan game drive while exiting the Mara, followed by border formalities and an exciting afternoon drive into the Serengeti ecosystem. Though a longer travel day, the journey itself delivers remarkable wildlife sightings across changing landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
-
Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Serengeti National Park - Witness the Great Migration
Serengeti National Park - Witness the Great Migration
Spend two full days immersed in the Serengeti's endless plains, home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth. This vast 18,000 sq. km wilderness supports over 2 million large mammals, including the massive herds of the Great Migration. Game drives will be tailored to seasonal wildlife movements, focusing on predator activity around migrating herds or resident game.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Game drives will be tailored to seasonal wildlife movements, focusing on predator activity around migrating herds or resident game. Experience sunrise game drives when predators are most active and witness golden sunsets over the acacia-dotted savanna for the quintessential African safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Eighth Wonder of the World
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Eighth Wonder of the World
Rise before dawn for a magical sunrise safari, capturing the Serengeti bathed in golden light when wildlife is most active. After a final morning exploring this iconic park, journey to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, creating a natural enclosure for approximately 30,000 animals. From your lodge perched on the crater rim, marvel at panoramic views of this geological wonder. The mineral-rich volcanic soil nurtures exceptional vegetation, supporting elephants with remarkably large tusks and an extraordinary concentration of predators.
Optional visit to Olduvai Gorge, "Cradle of Humankind," where the Leakeys discovered early human fossils.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- The Highlands
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration to Lake Manyara - From Crater Floor to Tree-Climbing Lions
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration to Lake Manyara - From Crater Floor to Tree-Climbing Lions
Descend 2,000 feet to the crater floor at dawn for an unforgettable safari experience in this natural wildlife sanctuary. The Ngorongoro Crater boasts the highest concentration of wildlife per square kilometer in Africa. Spot critically endangered black rhinos, massive tusker elephants, and lions against the dramatic crater walls.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Amboseli National Park - In the Shadow of Kilimanjaro
Amboseli National Park - In the Shadow of Kilimanjaro
Begin with a morning exploration of Lake Manyara's lush forests and alkaline lake shores, home to baboons, blue monkeys, and over 400 bird species. After lunch, embark on a scenic cross-border journey to Kenya's Amboseli National Park, renowned for its breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro—Africa's highest peak. This diverse ecosystem features wetlands fed by Kilimanjaro's melting snow, creating a wildlife paradise despite the surrounding arid landscape. Arrive in time to witness the mountain's snow-capped peak illuminated by the setting sun—one of Africa's most photographed vistas.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Amboseli National Park - Elephant Paradise with Kilimanjaro Backdrop
Amboseli National Park - Elephant Paradise with Kilimanjaro Backdrop
Rise early to capture Mount Kilimanjaro's majestic peak before clouds gather. Spend the day in Amboseli, globally recognized as the best place to observe free-ranging elephants up close. Expert guides will track the park's famous elephant herds—some of the largest tuskers remaining in Africa—as they feed against the backdrop of Africa's highest mountain. Beyond elephants, Amboseli supports impressive populations of buffalo, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and predators. The park's combination of swamps, springs, and seasonal lakes creates diverse habitats supporting varied wildlife viewing throughout the day.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Amboseli to Nairobi - Cultural Immersion and Departure
Amboseli to Nairobi - Cultural Immersion and Departure
Conclude your epic safari with a final dawn game drive in Amboseli, seeking last glimpses of elephants beneath Kilimanjaro. Optional visit to an authentic Maasai village offers cultural immersion through traditional dances, rituals, and insights into their pastoral lifestyle. This personal connection with East Africa's iconic tribe provides context to the lands you've explored throughout your journey. After lunch, return to Nairobi (approximately 4-5 hours), arriving by early evening for hotel drop-off or airport transfers, concluding your unforgettable East African safari adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
