TRIP OVERVIEW
Day 1: Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Embarking from Nairobi following a hearty breakfast, your journey will lead you southward across the captivating Masai lands of the Athi Plains. The culmination of this route will bring you to Amboseli National Park, where you’ll arrive in time to indulge in either a park-side picnic lunch or a hot and satisfying meal at your chosen lodge.
With your energy replenished, an afternoon game drive awaits. Amidst this adventure, you’ll bear witness to a panorama of natural marvels – herds of wildebeest and zebras, majestic lions, elusive hyenas, an array of antelopes, and among Kenya’s most magnificent sights, large congregations of elephants. All of this unfolds against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro.
As daylight fades, your day’s exploration will draw to a close, leading you to your lodge where a delectable dinner awaits, providing a fitting conclusion to your enthralling day.
Day 2: Amboseli National Park - Arusha
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our friendly guide will meet you and transport you to Tarangire National Park. Once settled into your mid-range lodge, you’ll embark on an afternoon game drive to explore the park’s beauty. Tarangire is known for its majestic baobab trees and high density of elephants, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. End your day with a captivating sunset dinner overlooking the Tanzanian plains.
Day 3: Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park
After indulging in a satisfying breakfast in Arusha, your day’s adventure will commence with a journey towards Lake Manyara National Park. The drive, spanning approximately two hours, will take you through the charming market town of Mto Wa Mbu. Along this route, you’ll find an agricultural and fresh produce market that serves as a vibrant tapestry of local cultures and a haven for souvenir enthusiasts.
A brief halt at the village market will precede your entry into Lake Manyara National Park. This sanctuary stands as a veritable haven for photographers, presenting an abundance of game viewing opportunities that rank among the world’s finest. Anticipate encounters with a multitude of Africa’s most renowned animals, including a remarkable highlight – the tree-climbing lions. These regal predators recline on acacia trees, seemingly inviting their portraits to be captured.
For bird aficionados, Lake Manyara proves to be an unadulterated delight, showcasing a diverse assortment of avian species. Even those new to bird-watching can anticipate astonishment at the sight of sprawling flocks of flamingos, soaring birds of prey, and the vividly colored lilac-breasted roller.
As the day’s adventures draw to a close, you’ll retreat to your chosen lodging for a sumptuous dinner and a restful night’s sleep, ensuring you are well-prepared for the days of exploration that lie ahead.
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park - Serengeti National Park
Following a delectable lunch at the picnic area within Serengeti National Park, the moment arrives to delve into the heart of this extraordinary landscape. Prepare to be entranced by Africa’s quintessential savannah panorama and astounded by the vast multitude of creatures that wander freely across these expansive grasslands.
As the sun sets, you’ll retreat to your lodging, nestled within the very core of Serengeti National Park. The specifics of your accommodation and standard will be tailored according to your preferences from our diverse range of options. Here, you’ll revel in a satisfying dinner before retiring for the night, enveloped in the natural wonders of the Serengeti.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park
Awaken at daybreak to seize a rare chance – embark on a sunrise game drive through the Serengeti, an experience of a lifetime. As the sun ascends, igniting the savannah in its glow, you’ll trail the movements of lions, leopards, and cheetahs as they embark on their early morning quest for sustenance.
Following a leisurely breakfast, a captivating day beckons. Armed with a picnic lunch, you’ll journey into the park, delving into a full day of exploration within the world’s most renowned safari destination. Traverse through expansive herds of wildebeest and zebra, glimpse towering elephants and giraffes, and stand in awe as prides of lions bask on the iconic kopjes of the Serengeti.
This remarkable day concludes with an overnight stay within the park’s confines, granting you the privilege of dwelling within the heart of this extraordinary wilderness.
Day 6: Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro
Following breakfast, we promptly set out on the journey back toward the captivating Ngorongoro Crater National Park.
Our route retraces our steps through the Serengeti, this time embracing an alternative path that teems with opportunities to spot the elusive inhabitants that might have eluded you on the second day. Stretching as far as your eyes can reach, you’ll be met with the spectacular sight of numerous animals in herds: wildebeests and zebras migrating side by side, stately and graceful giraffes, bounding antelopes and gazelles, the commanding African elephant, and the highly esteemed assembly of predators.
During this leg of the journey, you’ll have the privilege of spotting slender cheetahs and elusive leopards, scavenging hyenas, and, as a crowning touch, the ultimate sovereign of the wilderness – the lion.
The day concludes with dinner and your overnight stay, either perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater or nestled within the neighboring town of Karatu. The particulars of your stay, including standard and accommodation type, align with your individual preferences as selected from our range of options.
Day 7: Ngorongoro - Arusha
Following breakfast, your expedition commences as you set forth for the Ngorongoro Crater, a geological marvel esteemed by some as the Eighth Wonder of the World. As your eyes take in the sprawling, verdant caldera from the panoramic vantage point, the rationale behind its illustrious reputation becomes undeniably apparent.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area, abode to a staggering array of over 120 mammal species – including the legendary Big Five, stands as one of the globe’s most coveted safari destinations. This sanctuary offers a distinct opportunity to observe the endangered black rhinoceros, indulging in solitary meals on the grassy plains, alongside expansive gatherings of hippopotami finding solace in the cooling waters.
Within the confines of your open-top vehicle, you’ll be granted the privilege to observe and capture the essence of some of Africa’s most iconic visages. The crater provides habitat to an array of predators, encompassing lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas. Furthermore, the region supports substantial populations of wildebeests, zebras, antelopes, cape buffalo, and more. Evidently, it stands as one of Africa’s foremost safari destinations.
Post the day’s exhilaration, a picnic lunch by the park’s renowned hippo pool awaits. Subsequently, you’ll journey back to Arusha, with the evening sun casting its warm glow, bringing this day of thrills and adventure to a close.
Day 8: Arusha - Nairobi
After breakfast, your driver will drive you to the Namanga border where you’ll switch cars for the journey back to Nairobi.
Tour Includes & Excludes
Tour Includes
- Extended 4 x 4 safari jeep with pop-up roof for game viewing
- Professional English, France, German Speaker safari guide
- Entrance fees
- All meals while on safari and drinking water during the safari
- Government taxes
Tour Excludes
- Visa
- Personal Expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities to your safari guide and cook
- Flight fare
- Beverage
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