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Arrival
Day 1
Nairobi to masai mara
Nairobi to masai mara
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you'll be greeted and given a brief orientation. From there, we'll begin our journey to the Masai Mara National Reserve, pausing at a picturesque viewpoint to take in the stunning scenery. After checking in at your lodge and enjoying a delicious lunch, you'll have time to unwind before embarking on your first afternoon game drive.
The Masai Mara is Kenya’s premier wildlife destination, renowned for its incredible bird life and diverse animal species. It's one of the best places to spot black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, flamingos, giraffes, and much more. After an exciting day, enjoy a hearty dinner and relax overnight at your camp or lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve
On this day, you can choose to go on a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara with a picnic lunch or morning and afternoon game drives. Between the game drives, you can have optional visits (payments direct) to the local Maasai villages. The trees in the distance might turn out to be a family of giraffes. Those clumps of bushes might be a pride of lions, and the rock that moves a rhino lumbering out of your way. With diligence and some luck, you may encounter a family of cheetahs or a herd of elephants crossing the path in front of you. Large animals are not the only entertainment—a family of warthogs may amuse you, running as fast as their little legs will carry them until they forget why they are rushing and stop to regroup. Return for dinner and your overnight stay are at your camp.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park
Your day in Amboseli National Park starts with an early morning game drive, where you’ll explore the park’s stunning landscapes, spotting wildlife like elephants, lions, cheetahs, and giraffes, all set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Afterward, return to the lodge for a relaxing lunch.
In the afternoon, you can opt for a visit to a nearby Maasai village to experience their culture, traditions, and dances (entrance fee $20 per person, paid on-site). Later, visit Observation Hill, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the park’s swamps and wildlife below, with Kilimanjaro in the distance.
Conclude your day with a delicious dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
- Main Destination:
- Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Aa Lodge Amboseli
Wildlife in Amboseli NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive en route to the Kenya-Tanzania border, where you'll complete immigration and customs formalities, including visa processing and changing vehicles and guides. After lunch at the border, continue to Tarangire national Park. Arrive with an evening game drive on the way to your lodge, in time for dinner and overnight at Heart and Soul lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Karatu District (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Heart And Soul Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Tarangire Natinal Park
Tarangire Natinal Park
After breakfast, your safari guide will pick you up for a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, just two and a half hours away. Known for its majestic elephant herds and ancient baobab trees, the park is named after the Tarangire River, a vital water source during the dry season. As you explore, you may encounter giraffes, wildebeest, bushbucks, and predators like lions and leopards. Tarangire is also a bird lover's paradise, home to more breeding species than anywhere else. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park, surrounded by breathtaking wildlife and landscapes.
- Main Destination:
- Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Heart And Soul Lodge
Wildlife in Tarangire NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Experience the iconic Serengeti National Park, renowned for the Great Migration and its endless plains. On your game drives, witness over 2 million animals, including wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, along with predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. The park is also home to nearly 500 bird species and smaller wildlife like monkeys and rock hyrax.
On the second day, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives for an immersive wildlife experience. You can also add a visit to Olduvai Gorge or an unforgettable balloon safari.
Accommodations are flexible, with upgrade or budget-friendly options available to suit your preferences.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Wildebeest Camps
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, you will leave Serengeti and proceed to Ngorongoro via Olduvai Gorge, where remains of animals that died more than 2 million years ago are found. The guides will give you on-site information about the gorge before you proceed with your safari. You will explore various areas such as Moro Kopjes' and Gol Kopjes' extensive grassland interspersed with rocky outcrop-like islands. The plains, with the Seronera River that flows through the park, provide habitats for various birds, mammals, and reptiles. As you enter the Ngorongoro area, you will be directed to your camp or lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Serengeti Wildebeest Camps
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ngorongoro Game Reserve
Ngorongoro Game Reserve
Start your day with an early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day of wildlife viewing in this world-renowned sanctuary. After a picnic lunch by the hippo lake, continue exploring the crater’s diverse wildlife before ascending and transferring to Manyara for your overnight stay. Alternatively, you can visit Tarangire instead of Manyara, especially recommended from June to September for optimal wildlife sightings.
There’s also an option to visit the Oldonyo Sambu Maasai Village en route. Accommodation is flexible, with options to upgrade or downgrade based on your budget.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Heart And Soul Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Heart and Soul to Manyara National Park
Heart and Soul to Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and lush acacia forests filled with giant fig and mahogany trees. These woodlands are home to playful troops of baboons and blue monkeys, while the park is also famous for its diverse bird life, including vibrant flamingos along the lake shore.
Keep an eye out for buffalo, giraffes, elephants, and impalas, and don’t miss the opportunity to see the park's famous tree-climbing lions. The game drives offer stunning views of wildlife against the backdrop of the lake, its flamingos, and the expansive plains.
In the afternoon, you’ll transfer to Arusha. For those seeking additional adventure, options for a bicycle ride tour or a night game drive are available to enhance your experience!
- Main Destination:
- Lake Manyara National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Njiro Legacy
Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park
Arusha National Park features Mount Meru, a prominent volcano rising to 4,566 meters (14,980 feet) in northeastern Tanzania. Despite its compact size, the park boasts diverse landscapes across three distinct areas. The Meru Crater in the west funnels the Jekukumia River and is surrounded by lush montane forests, creating a rich habitat for wildlife.
As you ascend, you'll transition through dense forests to alpine meadows, with the peak offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes, including Kilimanjaro on clear days. The park is home to various wildlife, including giraffes, buffalo, elephants, and numerous bird species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
Wildlife in Arusha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
