30/03/2024
11-Day Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari.
Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
When you land at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you'll receive a warm welcome from The Earth Safari representatives. Get ready for a comprehensive briefing about your safari, laying the groundwork for an unforgettable adventure.
Accommodation: Villa Rosa Kempinski
Day 2:Amboseli National Park
Dedicate a full day to exploring the wonders of Amboseli National Park. Beyond the iconic elephants, the park is a haven for diverse wildlife. Traverse the natural ecosystem, capturing the scenic landscapes through photography. The day presents an opportunity for an even deeper connection with the environment, with optional cultural visits to Maasai villages, offering insights into traditional lifestyles at an additional cost.
Accommodation: Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
Day 3: Amboseli National Park to Arusha
Begin the day with a fulfilling breakfast at the lodge before setting out for a morning game drive. Following this adventure, embark on a scenic journey towards the Namanga border, accompanied by picnic lunch boxes. Complete customs and immigration procedures, crossing into Tanzania to meet your local driver. The road to Arusha awaits, promising further exploration and excitement.
Accommodation: Gran Melia Arusha.
Day 4:Arusha to Ngorongoro Crater
Embark on an early morning adventure after breakfast, checking out of the lodge with packed picnic lunch. Descend to the crater floor for a day filled with encounters with the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, and leopard) and numerous plains game. The crater, with its famous picnic spots, invites you to savor lunch surrounded by the unique landscape. As the day unfolds, relish the awe-inspiring views of the crater floor from your strategically perched lodge on the rim.
Start your day with an early morning adventure following a satisfying breakfast. Prepare for the day's journey by checking out of the lodge and packing a picnic lunch. Begin the drive to Ngorongoro, anticipating the wonders that await.
Upon reaching Ngorongoro, descend to the crater floor, where an extraordinary day of wildlife encounters awaits. Keep your eyes peeled for the majestic Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, and leopard—as well as an array of plains game.
The crater, renowned for its picturesque picnic spots, offers a perfect setting to enjoy your packed lunch amidst the captivating landscape. Throughout the day, soak in the breathtaking vistas of the crater floor, appreciating its unparalleled beauty from the vantage point of your lodge perched on the rim.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Melia Lodge.
Day 5:Ngorongoro - Serengeti National Park
With an early start, leave Ngorongoro for the vastness of the Great Serengeti. Home to the Big Five and countless plains game, the Serengeti promises an exhilarating day of game viewing with a packed lunch in tow. As the sun sets, transfer to the lodge for rest, dinner, and overnight. The Serengeti offers sightings of not only the Big Five but also cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras, and an array of birdlife.
Accommodation: Serengeti Melia Lodge.
Day 6: Serengeti National Park
Delve deeper into the wonders of the Great Serengeti with a full day of game drives. The park's vast plains provide a canvas for Africa's Big Five and a myriad of other species. As evening descends, return to the lodge for leisure time and a delectable dinner, recounting the day's wildlife encounters.
Accommodation: Serengeti Melia Lodge.
Day 7:Serengeti - Masai Mara Game Reserve
After a hearty breakfast, check out with a packed picnic lunch for a scenic journey to Masai Mara via the Isibania Border. Engage in game drives en route, soaking in the diverse landscapes. Complete immigration formalities before entering the renowned Maasai Mara Reserve. Arrive at your lodge for check-in, a late lunch, and an afternoon game drive, offering glimpses of the Big Five and the richness of the Mara's plains. Return to the lodge for a delightful dinner and a peaceful night's rest.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day 8:Masai Mara National Park
Spend a full day exploring the extensive and beautiful Mara reserve, with a focus on spotting the Big Five. Enjoy multiple game drives, each revealing a new facet of the park's vibrant ecosystem. The Masai Mara is famous for its large population of lions, cheetahs, and wildebeests during the Great Migration. Optional activities include visits to Maasai villages, walking safaris, or the enchanting experience of a hot air balloon safari.
Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge
Day 9:Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru National Park
After a sumptuous breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru, traveling via Naivasha. Lake Nakuru National Park, an alkaline Rift Valley lake, is renowned as a fantastic bird sanctuary, with its shores often adorned by over one million flamingos. Enjoy lunch and an evening game drive, immersing yourself in the diverse birdlife and other wildlife.
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Day 10:Lake Nakuru - Nairobi
Commence the day with a thrilling game drive in Lake Nakuru, absorbing the final moments of wildlife wonders. After a sumptuous breakfast, bid adieu to the park, leaving behind the memories of diverse birdlife and captivating wildlife. Your journey takes you back to Nairobi, traversing scenic landscapes. Upon reaching the city, you'll be transferred to your hotel for some leisure time.
The evening unfolds at your own pace, allowing for reflection on the incredible experiences of the safari.
Accommodation: Villa Rosa Kempinski
Day 11:Departure
As your safari comes to an end, savor a final breakfast before checking out. Be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your outbound flight to your next destination, cherishing the memories of an unforgettable wildlife adventure
INCLUDED
Park fees(For non-residents)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Drinking water(On all days)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT.
EXCLUDED
International flights(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips.
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Contact.
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