Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to Hyatt Regency - Westlands
Dinner (not included) can be taken at the hotel or at any of the cities many restaurants.
Overnight at Ole Sereni Hotel-S Hyatt Regency - Westlands Hotel - king/twin room- (Bed and Breakfast included)
Day 2: Full Day Nairobi with sightseeing
After breakfast at the hotel, set off for a sightseeing tour of Nairobi’s safari highlights including: The Giraffe Centre, Sheldrick Orphanage (11.00-12.00, the orphanage has very limited slots hence purely subject to availability at the time of booking), plus safari drives in The Nairobi National Park.
At the end of the excursions, we settle for a hearty lunch at Tamarind Brasserie (or alternatively packed box lunch in Nairobi National Park)
Transfer back to Hyatt Regency, in the late afternoon to freshen up before dinner at Fogo Gaucho Restaurant
Overnight at Hyatt Regency-Westlands Hotel -king/twin room (Lunch, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast included)
Day 3: Nairobi to Masai Mara
Leaving Nairobi after breakfast, continue up the floor of Rift to arrive in the famous Masai Mara National Reserve, and at the Mara Engai in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a safari game-drive in the Mara. World renowned for the breath-taking spectacle of ‘the greatest wildlife shows on earth’, the awe-inspiring annual migration of the wildebeest, the Mara is Kenya’s most visited protected area. Technically an extension of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park, the Mara constitutes only 4% of the entire Serengeti ecosystem but its rolling grasslands, meandering rivers and towering escarpments offer one of the world’s most rewarding and evocative wildlife arenas. Returning to the camp, enjoy some relaxation on your private veranda, sundowners and dinner in the central restaurant.
All meals and overnight at Mara Engai (tented suite)-LDBB
About the Mara
When it comes to game-viewing, there is nowhere in Africa richer in wildlife or more eventful in encounters than the Mara. A pristine wilderness of haunting beauty, it promises its visitors a profusion of wildlife, prolific bird life and the unprecedented opportunity of catching up with all the members of the ‘Big Five’ in one morning.
Distance/drive time: 270m / 5hours
Day 4: On safari in the Mara
Spend all day on safari in the reserve with morning and afternoon game drives and breakfast, lunch and dinner at the camp. When it comes to game-viewing, there is nowhere in Africa richer in wildlife or more eventful in encounters than the Mara. A pristine wilderness of haunting beauty, it promises its visitors a profusion of wildlife, prolific bird life and the unprecedented opportunity of catching up with all the members of the ‘Big Five’ in one morning.
All meals and overnight at Mara Engai (Tented Suite) - LDBB.
Day 5: On safari in the Mara
You have yet another exciting day in Masai Mara enjoying morning and afternoon game drives, with meals and overnight at Mara Engai (Tented Suite) - LDBB.
Day 6: The Mara to Serengeti
After breakfast transfer to local Airstrip in Masai Mara for a scheduled Airkenya & Regional Flights to Serengeti Seronera Airstrip (via Migori and Tarime Airstrips) in Kenya and Tanzania respectively (flight times: Mara-Migori 08:15am-10:10am & Tarime-Seronera 10:45am-12.10pm)
Upon arrival at Migori Airstrip you are put on a road transfer across the border for immigrations and custom procedures, then on to Tarime Airstrip to connect to Tanzanian domestic flight departing 10.45am hours to arrive approximately 12.30pm in Serengeti National
Upon arrival at Seronera Airstrip you are met by our safari guide and transferred by road to Acacia Bliss Serengeti Camp, which is ideally located in central Serengeti for safari game drives as well as optional activities such as balloon safaris.
About the Serengeti: Covering 14,763sq km of endlessly rolling savannah plains, the Serengeti is Tanzania’s first-established, largest and most famous park wherein tens of thousands of hoofed animals roam in a constant and unremitting search for the fresh grasslands upon which their survival depends. Lunch and afternoon game drive.
Dinner and overnight at Acacia Bliss Serengeti Camp or similar-LDBB
Day 7: On safari in the Serengeti
With a full day on safari (morning and afternoon game drives included), your options are wide. The Serengeti, whose Maasai name ‘Siringet’ translates as ‘the endless plains’, offers unparalleled ornithological opportunities and an unrivalled natural arena wherein the glory and harmony of nature can be appreciated as nowhere else on earth.
All meals and overnight at Acacia Bliss Serengeti Camp or similar-LDBB
Day 8: On safari in the Serengeti
You have yet another exciting day in The Serengeti enjoying morning and afternoon game drives with all meals and overnight at Acacia Bliss Serengeti Camp or similar-LDBB
Day 9: To the Ngorongoro Crater via Olduvai Gorge
After a leisurely breakfast, leave the Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area
We visit a traditional Masai homestead to gain insight into their life and customs, before proceeding to the world-famous Olduvai Gorge Paleolithic Museum and reputed ‘Cradle of Mankind’,
Afterwards continue to check into Acacia Ngorongoro Luxury Camp
Lunch at the camp and enjoy the afternoon at leisure, before evening Sundowner Experience
All meals and overnight at Acacia Ngorongoro Luxury Camp or similar -LDBB
Day 10: Morning Tour of Ngorongoro Crater, Afternoon road transfer to Lake Manyara
After an early breakfast at camp (or preferably picnic breakfast) descend into the crater for a day tour/crater tour
Ngorongoro Crater: Often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world’ the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s best-known wildlife arenas. A World Heritage Site, it is also one of the largest volcanic craters in the world (almost 20 kilometres wide, 610-760 metres deep and covering a total area of 264 square kilometres). An utterly unique biosphere, the Crater harbours grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a fresh water lake and a glorious variety of birdlife, all enclosed within its towering walls. Due to its high concentration of wildlife, close-range viewing opportunities and striking scenery it is also Tanzania’s most visited destination
Packed box lunch at the crater floor before driving back to your camp in the afternoon
Dinner and overnight at Acacia Ngorongoro Luxury Camp or similar -L-DBB
Distance/drive time: 150 km / 2½ hours
Day 11: Morning safari in Lake Manyara National Park, Fly to Zanzibar (You can fly from either Manyara or from Arusha)
We'll depart the camp after breakfast for a heartwarming visit to Simba Milima Primary School-our local school project., where you engage with the students, learn about their daily lives, and see how the community is working together to support education.
Continue to check in for your flight from Manyara airstrip to Zanzibar (Quoted Separately), OR alternatively we will transfer you to Arusha Airport for a scheduled flight to Zanzibar (Quoted Separately)
Upon arrival in Zanzibar you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Ocean Paradise Resort, which offers crystal blue waters, a wide selection of dining experiences (breakfast and dinner are provided in your package), extensive sports, and a wide range of cultural entertainment (some or all of which may be charged additionally).
Dinner and overnight at Ocean Paradise Resort or resort of similar standard (superior garden room)-Half Board/DBB
Distance/drive time (to Arusha): 150 km / 2.5 hours
Day 12, 13 & 14- On the ‘spice isle’ of Zanzibar
Three days of leisure in Zanzibar, where activities at the hotel include (some are charged) swimming, snorkelling, sea kayaking, diving, water sports, dhow trips and nature trails plus visits to a dhow workshop and the brooding caverns of the Mangapwani Slave Caves where slaves were hidden after the abolishment of slavery made their shipment illegal. Other places of interest in Stone Town and around are: the Portuguese Fort, the Sultan’s Palace, the old Dhow Port, the Old Slave Market, the House of Wonders, the Old Dispensary, the home of the slaver, Tippu-Tip, the Livingstone House, The Hamamni Bath, The National Museum, The Chukwani Palace, The Jozani Forest – the last red colobus monkey sanctuary, The Mtoni Palace ruins, The Maruhubi Palace ruins and the Persian Baths of Kidichi. Breakfast and dinner only (lunch not provided) are provided at the resort.
Dinner and overnight at Ocean Paradise Resort (superior garden room)-Half Board/DBB
Day 15: Depart
After breakfast, depart to Zanzibar airport to connect to your onward flight. (Cost not included in this package)
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