Visit and see the wonders of nature both in Kenya and Tanzania.
MAASAI MARA
Maasai Mara Reserve is the most popular tourism destination in Kenya. Located in the Great Rift Valley is primarily open grassland. Wildlife is most concentrated on the reserve’s western escarpment. Its regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife Viewing areas. The annual wildebeest’s migration alone involves over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November. Hardly can a visitor miss to spot the big five. The phenomenal wildebeest migration which is a spectacular event only seen in Maasai Mara is the the wonder of the world.
SERENGETI
The term Serengeti means endless plains in Maasai language. In the central plains there are carnivores like leopard, lion, hyena and cheetah. This park is normally the scene of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra that occurs between the Kenyan Mara and the Serengeti. Varied bird species can be seen here including eagles, ducks, geese, egrets, vultures, secretary birds, ibis, stork, herons, kites, pelicans, cranes and guinea fowl. The Serengeti National park is a arguably the best known wildlife sanctuary in the world with over 3 million large mammals. About 35 species of plains animals can be seen there including the “big 5” – Elephant, Rhino, Lion, Leopard and Buffalo. Other common species found here includes hippo, giraffe, eland, impala and other antelope types, baboons, monkey and a profusion of over 500 species of birds. In May or early June, huge herds of wildebeest, gazelle and zebra begin their annual spectacular migration northwards.
MANYARA
Lake Manyara National Park is known for the flamingos that inhabit the lake. During the wet season they inhabit the edges of the lake in flocks of thousands but they are not so present during the dry season.
More than 400 species of birds inhabit the park and many remain throughout the year. Because of this Lake Manyara National Park is a good spot for bird watching. Visitors to the park can expect to see upwards of 100 different species of bird on any day.
Leopards, Maasai lions, cheetahs, elephants, blue monkeys, dik-dik, gazelles, hippopotami, Maasai giraffe, impala, zebras and many more wild animals inhabit this park and many can be seen throughout the year. There is a hippo pond at one end of the park where visitors can get out of their cars and observe from a safe distance. The leopards and lions are both known to lounge in the trees while not hunting for prey.
NGORONGORO CRATOR
The most famous such crater is without question Ngorongoro, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and home to the highest density of big game in Africa, including all the big five and plenty of predators. Ngorongoro is justifiably one of the continent’s most famous safari destinations.
TARANGIRE PARK
Tarangire National Park is the sixth largest national park in Tanzania, it is located in Manyara Region. The name of the park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park. The Tarangire River is the primary source of fresh water for wild animals in the Tarangire Ecosystem during the annual dry season. The Tarangire Ecosystem is defined by the long-distance migration of wildebeest and zebras. During the dry season thousands of animals concentrate in Tarangire National Park from the surrounding wet-season dispersal and calving areas.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN NAIROBI
Pickup from the airport/hotel by our professional English speaking guide/driver and be taken to your hotel in Nairobi for the overnight on bed and breakfast basis.
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Westlands Nairobi Hotel - (Bed and Breakfast)
DAY 2: NAIROBI TO MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
At 8 o'clock you will be picked up from your Nairobi Hotel and commence the drive to Maasai Mara. You will pass via the great rift valley view point where you will have a stop over of 10 -15 minutes to view the rift valley. Lunch will be at the camp in Maasai Mara. In the afternoon after you check in depart for a sunset evening game viewing drive in the Mara Reserve (4.00 to 6.00 p.m).
Masai Mara Reserve is the most popular tourism destination in Kenya. Located in the Great Rift Valley in primarily open grassland. Wildlife is most concentrated on the reserve’s western escarpment. Its regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife Viewing areas.
Dinner and overnight at Rhino camp/ Miti Mimgi camp or similar.
DAY 3: FULL DAY GAME DRIVE IN MAASAI MARA RESERVE
At around 7:00 am after breakfast, you will leave for a full day exploring Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five and the annual wildebeest’s migration alone involves over 1.5 million animals arriving in July and departing in November. Hardly can a visitor miss to spot the big five. The phenomenal wildebeest migration which is a spectacular event only seen in Maasai mara is the seventh wonder of the world. At midday, You will have picnic lunch in the park which is provided by us. You will visit the site of the yearly wildebeest migration and see the resident crocodiles and hippos sited at the banks of Mara river.
Dinner and overnight at Rhino camp/ Miti Mimgi camp or similar.
DAY 4: DEPART MAASAI MARA TO LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK
Early breakfast then depart for your drive to Lake Nakuru with a brief stop at Maasai Village for cultural encounter- Learn about the Masai community and interact with the local Masai people as you en route out of Maasai Mara.
Thereafter commence the drive to Nakuru. You will arrive early at the Hotel where you can take some time to relax at the pool, wifi or a stroll in the compound
Dinner and Overnight at Buraha Zeroni Hotel
DAY 5: LAKE NAKURU TO LAKE NAIVASHA/HELL’S GATE
You will have an early breakfast and depart by 7am to straight to the park. Its a small park with magnificent, rare white rhinos which form part of the Big five animals. There is also a possibility to see the pink flamingos . The game drive lasts 3 hours, after which you depart on a 1-hour drive back to Naivasha to arrive in time for lunch. Lunch will be at Marina restaurant. After lunch, you will go to hell's gate for biking safari and get the rare chance to view wildlife outside of a safari vehicle BUT if you are too tired you will be driven in the park. you will later go for an hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha for bird watching and hippo viewing. You also have the option of going to crescent ISLAND for a walking safari instead of hells gate park.
Dinner and overnight at Astorian grand hotel.
DAY6: NAIVASHA- NAMANGA
Breakfast at the lodge and thereafter proceed to Namanga which is the border town to get ready for the Tanzania part. Depending on the traffic, we might arrive early afternoon at the border, we will then clear with customs and get our visa ready. Check inn to the lodge again to relax, swim, catch up with friends and get latest news on using the Wi-Fi.
Dinner at the Hotel- Namanga river Hotel
DAY 7: NAMANGA/ARUSHA TO MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
Early morning breakfast followed by drive to Arusha and join a group to Manyara national park. Manyara is 2 hours’ drive from Arusha and it’s a small park that you can do game drives for 2 to 3 hours. Game drive after lunch until evening. Lake Manyara National Park is a protected area in Tanzania's Arusha and Manyara Regions, situated between Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley. It is administered by the Tanzania National Parks Authority, and covers an area of 325 km² including about 230 km² lake surface.
Dinner and relax at the Jambo campsite
DAY 8: LAKE MANYARA TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Breakfast then Leave for Serengeti. Arrive and start game drive en-route to the camp. Serengeti National Park, in northern Tanzania, is known for its massive annual migration of wildebeest and zebra. Seeking new pasture, the herds move north from their breeding grounds in the grassy southern plains. Many cross the marshy western corridor’s crocodile-infested Grumeti River. Others veer northeast to the Lobo Hills, home to black eagles. Black rhinos inhabit the granite outcrops of the Moru Kopjes. More game drives afternoon until late evening
Dinner and relax at the Seronera Campsite
DAY 9: SERENGETI TO NGORONGORO
Early morning game drive in Serengeti until 1 pm. Depart after lunch. Game drives en-route to Ngorongoro and arrives at Simba campsite to spend night there.
Dinner and relax at the Simba Campsite
DAY 10: NGORONGORO TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Breakfast, game drive then leave for Ngorongoro for a safari game drive with picnic lunch. Ngorongoro Conservation Area is in northern Tanzania. It’s home to the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and “big 5” game (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino). Huge herds of wildebeests and zebras traverse its plains during their annual migration. Livestock belonging to the semi-nomadic Maasai tribe graze alongside wild animals. Hominin fossils found in the Olduvai Gorge date back millions of years.
Dinner and overnight at Kigongoni campsite
DAY 11: TARANGIRE TO ARUSHA
Breakfast, then leave for Tarangire for half day game drive until 1pm and start the drive to Arusha.
Tarangire National Park is the sixth largest national park in Tanzania, it is located in Manyara Region. The name of the park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park. The Tarangire River is the primary source of fresh water for wild animals in the Tarangire Ecosystem during the annual dry season. The Tarangire Ecosystem is defined by the long-distance migration of wildebeest and zebras. During the dry season thousands of animals concentrate in Tarangire National Park from the surrounding wet-season dispersal and calving areas.
Dinner and overnight stay at Venus Premier Hotel.
DAY 12: ARUSHA TO NAIROBI
Breakfast, then Board a shuttle to arrive in Nairobi at around 3 pm. Drop off to hotel of your choice or airport.
TOUR COST:
2024 LOW SEASON RATES (JANUARY- JUNE)
1 person is USD 2650
2-3 people is USD 2320 per person
4-5 people is USD 2200 per person
6-7 people is USD 2160 per person
2024 HIGH SEASON RATES (JULY- DECEMBER)
1 person is USD 2900
2-3 people is USD 2570 per person
4-5 people is USD 2420 per person
6-7 people is USD 2390 per person
INCLUSIONS:
- Complimentary first night accommodation at Best Western Plus Meridian hotel and free airport pick up
- All accommodation during safari on a full board Basis
- 3 meals per day during Safari tour (not include: breakfast-Day 1 and lunch-Day 12)
- Transport in a customized safari Van in Kenya and a land cruiser jeep in Tanzania with a pop up roof for easy game viewing and photography.
- Private safari for all National parks
- All park entrance fees in all parks in Kenya and Tanzania
- Ngorongoro area conservation fees
- Bottled water in the car.
- Private Shuttle transfer from Arusha to Nairobi
EXCLUSIONS:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Drinks e.g. alcohol
- Visit to a Maasai village in Maasai Mara @ 20 USD per person
- Balloon Safari @ 420 per person (conducted on day 2 early in the morning and continue with the normal activities of the day.
