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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 welcome to Kenya

Arrival in Nairobi welcome to Kenya

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be warmly welcomed by our safari consultant. You will then be transferred to Ibis Styles Hotel for check-in and some well-deserved rest.

If you arrive in the early morning, you'll have time to relax before heading out in the late afternoon for an evening game drive in Nairobi National Park – the only national park located within a capital city.

After your thrilling introduction to Kenya’s wildlife, you will return to the hotel for dinner and overnight rest, ready to begin your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Accommodation:
Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands Hotel
  • Mid-range hotelin Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Into the Wild – Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Into the Wild – Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast, leave behind the bustle of Nairobi and journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley toward the legendary Masai Mara – Kenya’s crown jewel of wildlife viewing.

Arrive at your lodge just before lunch, where you’ll be welcomed with warm hospitality and a refreshing drink. After a delicious meal and a brief rest, set out for your first game drive across the sun-drenched savannahs of the Mara.

As the golden light of evening falls, witness the untamed beauty of Africa unfold—elephants on the move, lions lounging in the grass, and maybe even your first glimpse of a big cat on the hunt.

Return to camp as night settles in, where a delightful dinner and stories by the fire await. Drift off to sleep to the distant calls of the wild—your safari has truly begun.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or 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
Show more
BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Safari in the Masai Mara – Your Wildest Yet

Safari in the Masai Mara – Your Wildest Yet

Immerse yourself in the Masai Mara’s breathtaking wilderness with two exciting options:

Option 1: Full-Day Game Drive
Set out early for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Explore the vast savannahs hunting for the Big Five and other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature’s beauty.

Option 2: Sunrise Game Drive & Bush Breakfast
Begin with an early morning game drive to catch wildlife at its most active, followed by a magical bush breakfast in the wild. Return to the lodge to relax, enjoy amenities, and have lunch. Later, head out for an evening game drive as the landscape glows with sunset hues.

Both options offer incredible wildlife encounters and unforgettable views. End your day with dinner under the stars and a restful night at your lodge.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Sentrim Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Masai Mara to Serengeti – Crossing Borders into Tanzania

Masai Mara to Serengeti – Crossing Borders into Tanzania

After an early breakfast, bid farewell to the majestic Masai Mara as you embark on a scenic journey into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

You’ll drive, with views of the endless plains below. After completing border formalities, you’ll enter the Serengeti, where your Tanzanian guide will warmly welcome you and begin your next adventure.

Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, spotting herds of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, and big cats along the way.

Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon, set out for an evening game drive to explore the sweeping Serengeti landscapes as the sun sets over the savannah.

Dinner and overnight at your Serengeti lodge or camp, surrounded by the rhythm of the wild.

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
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Safari Comfort Family)
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Serengeti – Into the Heart of the Wild

Serengeti – Into the Heart of the Wild

Explore the boundless beauty of the Serengeti National Park, home to Africa’s most legendary wildlife and the stage for the Great Migration.
Set out early for a sunrise game drive, when predators are most active and the golden light brings the plains to life. Watch for prides of lions, herds of elephants, graceful giraffes, and elusive leopards weaving through the tall grass.
You may choose to enjoy a bush breakfast in the wilderness or return to the lodge for a leisurely meal. Spend the late morning relaxing at the camp or lodge, taking in the panoramic views and enjoying the serenity of the wild.
In the afternoon, embark on another game drive across the Serengeti plains, where every moment offers a new encounter. Whether it’s a cheetah sprinting across the savannah or wildebeest gathered near a waterhole, the day promises awe-inspiring sights.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner under the stars and a peaceful overnight stay in the heart of Africa’s wildlife paradise.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Safari Comfort Family)
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, capturing any last glimpses of its incredible wildlife before beginning your journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders.

En route, you may stop for a visit at the historic Olduvai Gorge, often referred to as the "Cradle of Mankind," where some of the earliest human fossils were discovered.

As you ascend the green slopes of the Ngorongoro highlands, the air cools and the scenery transforms. Arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim, offering breathtaking views into the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera.

Spend the afternoon at leisure, soaking in the views, enjoying the lodge amenities, or watching wildlife from above as they roam the crater floor.

Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim, with the sounds of nature echoing through the highlands.

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
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

You’ll descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, often called the Eighth Wonder of the World. After an early breakfast, begin your game drive inside the crater, a unique ecosystem enclosed within steep volcanic walls and home to over 25,000 animals.

This wildlife-rich sanctuary offers a chance to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—as well as hyenas, zebras, hippos, and countless bird species. With its dense population and dramatic scenery, the crater provides one of the best safari experiences in Africa.

Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, surrounded by the natural beauty and serenity of the crater floor.

Continue exploring the crater’s forests, grasslands, and soda lake in the afternoon, soaking in the diversity and abundance of wildlife.

Later, ascend back to the crater rim for a final evening at your lodge. Enjoy dinner and reflect on a truly spectacular day in one of nature’s most incredible masterpieces.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Ngorongoro to Amboseli – Into the Shadow of Kilimanjaro

Ngorongoro to Amboseli – Into the Shadow of Kilimanjaro

After an early breakfast, bid farewell to the Ngorongoro highlands and begin your cross-border journey back into Kenya, heading toward the stunning Amboseli National Park—famous for its breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak.

Enjoy scenic landscapes along the way as you travel through the Tanzanian countryside toward the border. After clearing immigration and switching guides, continue to Amboseli with a brief game drive en route to your lodge.

Arrive in time for lunch and a short rest, followed by a sunset game drive in the park. Amboseli’s open plains offer fantastic opportunities to spot large herds of elephants, often seen walking beneath the snow-capped mountain.

Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, with Kilimanjaro looming quietly in the background—a magical ending to a cross-border safari day.

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
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Amboseli – Giants Beneath Kilimanjaro

Amboseli – Giants Beneath Kilimanjaro

Spend a full day exploring the wonders of Amboseli National Park, renowned for its majestic herds of elephants and panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro—a photographer’s dream backdrop.

Start your day with an early morning game drive, when the mountain is often visible in its full glory and wildlife is most active. Watch as elephants roam the plains, sometimes with calves in tow, and keep an eye out for lions, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, and an incredible variety of birdlife around the seasonal wetlands.

Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation, or choose to enjoy a bush breakfast in the wild for a truly immersive experience.

In the afternoon, venture out again for another game drive, capturing the golden hues of sunset over the savannah. The light, the landscape, and the animals combine to create unforgettable safari moments.

Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening, dinner, and one last night surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 10

Amboseli to Nairobi – Farewell to the Wild

Amboseli to Nairobi – Farewell to the Wild

After a leisurely breakfast and final glimpses of Mount Kilimanjaro, you’ll check out and begin your scenic journey back to Nairobi, marking the end of your unforgettable East African safari.

Enjoy the changing landscapes along the way as you reflect on the incredible experiences—thrilling game drives, breathtaking views, and close encounters with Africa’s iconic wildlife.

Upon arrival in Nairobi in the afternoon, you will be dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your departure flight, or at your preferred hotel or location in the city, depending on your onward travel plans.

End of tour – Asante sana and safe travels!
We hope the memories of this journey stay with you forever, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Africa soon.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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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