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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival at Nairobi City

Arrival at Nairobi City

The adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi, heading toward Lake Nakuru National Park. The park, located in the Great Rift Valley, is famous for its thousands of flamingos that create a pink shimmer along the lake’s shores. It is also one of the best places to spot both black and white rhinos. Upon arrival, visitors embark on a game drive, encountering diverse wildlife, including buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and possibly leopards. In the evening, travelers settle into their lodge or camp, enjoying dinner with views of the tranquil lake.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Ziwa Bush Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Maasai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, the journey continues toward the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive offers stunning views of Kenya’s countryside, passing through tea and coffee plantations before entering the vast plains of the Mara. After checking into the lodge and enjoying lunch, an afternoon game drive awaits. The Maasai Mara is famous for its high concentration of lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as large herds of elephants and buffalo. As the sun sets over the golden plains, visitors return to camp for an evening of relaxation.

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
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Mara River Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 3

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Maasai Mara National Reserve

A full day in Maasai Mara provides endless opportunities to witness its rich wildlife. The early morning drive is the best time to see predators on the hunt, while the vast open plains are dotted with grazing wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes. If visiting between July and October, travelers may witness the Great Migration, where thousands of animals cross the crocodile-infested Mara River.

For a unique experience, visitors can opt for breathtaking aerial views. Later in the afternoon, an optional visit to a Maasai village provides insights into the Maasai people's traditional way of life, including their colorful beadwork, dances, and warrior culture.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Mara River Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 4

Maasai Mara to Serengeti National Park

Maasai Mara to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, the safari continues south toward the Tanzania border at Isebania, where immigration formalities are completed before entering Serengeti National Park. This vast wilderness, whose name means “Endless Plains” in the Maasai language, is home to one of the largest wildlife populations on Earth. An afternoon game drive allows travelers to spot elephants, lions, cheetahs, and large herds of herbivores roaming freely.

By evening, visitors check into their lodge or camp, surrounded by the untamed beauty of the Serengeti.

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:
Serengeti Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Serengeti Nationala Park

Serengeti Nationala Park

A full day is spent exploring Serengeti National Park, one of the most iconic safari destinations in Africa. The landscape varies from vast savannas to acacia woodlands and rocky outcrops (kopjes), where lions and leopards often rest.

During the morning and afternoon game drives, visitors have a chance to see cheetahs sprinting across the plains, elephants marching in herds, and hyenas scavenging. If visiting during migration season, witnessing thousands of wildebeest crossing the Grumeti River is an unforgettable experience.

As the sun sets, travelers return to camp, listening to the distant calls of the wild under the Serengeti’s vast starlit sky.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Serengeti Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, the journey continues toward Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This massive volcanic caldera, formed millions of years ago, is home to one of Africa’s densest wildlife populations.

A descent into the crater reveals a unique ecosystem with an astonishing variety of animals. It is one of the best places to see black rhinos, as well as lions, hippos, zebras, and hyenas. The crater’s permanent water sources attract wildlife year-round, making it one of the few places where the Big Five can be spotted in a single day.

After a thrilling game drive, visitors head to their lodge or camp on the crater rim, where breathtaking views make for a perfect final night in the wild.

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:
Marera Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Karatu to Tarangire National Parkt

Karatu to Tarangire National Parkt

On the final day, the journey heads toward Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Unlike the Serengeti and Maasai Mara, Tarangire has a quieter, less crowded atmosphere, offering a more intimate safari experience.

The park’s lush riverbanks and seasonal swamps attract diverse wildlife, including lions, leopards, giraffes, and over 500 bird species. A morning game drive provides a last chance to soak in the African wilderness before heading to Arusha, where the safari concludes.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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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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