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Become an East Africa Explorer as you search for the Big Five with private game drives through Kenya and Tanzania and enjoy luxury accommodation in East Africa’s premier safari lodges!
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Easy Tours are accessible for all travelers. There will be limited periods of standing or walking during sightseeing excursions as pre-booked transportation will take passengers between destinations.
Head on the ultimate wildlife adventure with exhilarating game drives through Africa’s most legendary national parks on this 14-day safari tour of Kenya and Tanzania! You will stay in some of the most comfortable and extravagant safari lodges in East Africa. Your journey will begin in Nairobi, the wildlife capital of the world and the capital city of Kenya. You will set out to explore the Masai Mara National Reserve, known for its incredible game-viewing opportunities and traditional Masai villages, as the next part of your Kenya trip. Drive through the Rift Valley to visit Lake Nakuru, where you can see cape buffalo, black and white rhinos, and endangered Rothschild Giraffes roaming around in their natural habitats. Continue your journey and explore the enchanting Amboseli National Park and be captivated by the breathtaking sight of more than a thousand elephants. Venture across the border into Tanzania, immersing yourself in the picturesque plains and exotic plantations of Tarangire National Park. Unearth the treasures of Lake Manyara National Park, where you'll encounter a plethora of remarkable bird species and elegant pink flamingos. Embark on a mesmerizing safari in Serengeti National Park, a magical sanctuary teeming with diverse wildlife, renowned for the presence of the revered Big Five. Journey into the Ngorongoro Crater, a magnificent, unspoiled volcanic caldera that shelters a variety of fascinating wildlife species. Conclude your East African safari tour in Arusha, bidding farewell to this extraordinary adventure!
Prices for this tour are per person, based on a twin / double room sharing basis.
Single supplement is available, starting at USD 999 per person.
Please note that children under 8 years old are not permitted in this tour
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Half Day Out of Africa Excursion - Day 2  Follow in the footsteps of Karen Blixen as you travel towards the Ngong Hills. You will feel swept immediately onto the film set of Out of Africa the moment you arrive. The old colonial farmhouse is simple, housing a few items that Karen Blixen chose and once enjoyed herself. There are also the colorful gardens to explore, where several old coffee machines have laid untouched for decades. From here you will visit the Giraffe Centre, where the highly endangered Rothschild giraffe lives in peace. With an elevated viewing of the feeding platform, this tour is a wonderful option for children. Tour Departs: 08:30 – 09:00 or 14:00 – 14:30 Tour Ends: 12:30 or 18:00 Meeting Point: From your Nairobi hotel or city centre |
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Today you will make your own way to the gateway international airport to check-in for your overnight flight to Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. Enjoy inflight meals and services onboard.
Overnight Onboard Flight
Welcome to Nairobi! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore this fascinating city. Nairobi is not only deemed the wildlife capital of the world, but it is one of the fastest-growing metropolises in all of Africa. You can see lions, zebras, and giraffes in the city as it is filled with national parks and wildlife reserves that are waiting to be explored. Or, in the case of an early morning arrival, you may join any of our optional tours. You will spend the night in the 5-star Nairobi Serena Hotel, regularly voted the “Best Hotel in Nairobi” by international travel magazines and airlines. You can go swimming in the outdoor pool or play a round of golf at the club.
Overnight in Nairobi
Optional: Half Day Out of Africa Excursion : USD 125, min 2 paxFollow in the footsteps of Karen Blixen as you travel towards the Ngong Hills. You will feel swept immediately onto the film set of Out of Africa the moment you arrive. The old colonial farmhouse is simple, housing a few items that Karen Blixen chose and once enjoyed herself. There are also the colorful gardens to explore, where several old coffee machines have laid untouched for decades. From here you will visit the Giraffe Centre, where the highly endangered Rothschild giraffe lives in peace. With an elevated viewing of the feeding platform, this tour is a wonderful option for children.
Tour Departs: 08:30 – 09:00 or 14:00 – 14:30
Tour Ends: 12:30 or 18:00
Meeting Point: From your Nairobi hotel or city centre
After a delicious breakfast, you will depart Nairobi and make your way towards the Masai Mara. This is one of the best places in the world to see The Great Migration take place, as millions of animals make their way from Tanzania to Kenya every year in search of food and water as the seasons start to change. Spend the day driving down the long road, passing by acres of wheat and barley to this legendary national reserve which is teeming with wildlife. You will arrive just in time for lunch — after which you will set off for your first official game drive. See how a whole host of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles cross the Mara River as you fend off crocodiles in the process. This will be a phenomenal experience you must not miss — especially during the peak season! After your game drive, you will return to your lodge as the sun sets over the sky. Spend the next couple of nights in the Mara Serena Safari Lodge, situated in the heart of the Mara Triangle. Take in the incredible views of the savannah from your safari lodge which sits high on a bush-cloaked hill as you sip on some fresh fruit juice, refreshing cocktails, fine wines, strong spirits, or tasty liqueurs.
Overnight in the Masai Mara National Reserve Area
Following an early morning breakfast, head out for an exhilarating game drive. Spend the first part of your day searching for some of Africa’s greatest predators, where lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalos, elephants, wildebeests, impalas, and many more fascinating creatures can be found roaming around the lands. After this incredible experience, you will return to your camp in the mid-morning. Top the morning off by fueling up with a delicious “Bush Breakfast” by the Mara River Hippo Pools. Say “Jambo” (hello) to the chefs and Masai warriors as they welcome you to a wonderful breakfast buffet of cold cuts, fruits, cereals, and hot dishes with eggs made to your specifications. The hippos will keep you company and only say “Kwaheri” (goodbye) after you have had enough. After a delicious lunch (and perhaps a siesta), set out for another game drive and visit the Masai Village, where you will get the opportunity to learn about the local tribes and the traditional ways of life. Return to your beautiful lodge later on as the sun sets.
Overnight in the Masai Mara National Reserve Area
Leaving the Masai Mara after breakfast, you will travel across the ‘breadbasket’ of Kenya, where acres of wheat and barley are scattered across the land as you make your way up north to Narok — the district headquarters of this part of Maasailand. Drive across the vast plains of the floor of the Rift Valley, keeping an eye out for herds of giraffes and gazelles as you head up the Mai-Mahiu. You will arrive at your destination around midday. Once you are in the park, view the game en route to the lodge. Following lunch, you will set out for an exhilarating game drive, before you return to your lodge as the sun sets. The National Park, known for its abundance of birdlife, offers a wonderful possibility to see flocks of flamingos as thousands or millions of them reside in the area. The Park is also home to Black and White Rhinos as well as the endangered Rothschild Giraffe. You will spend the night in the extravagant Elementaita Serena Camp, situated on the shores of the sapphire-blue lake, where you will find a fascinating mix of modern luxury and aristocratic elegance.
Overnight in the Lake Elementaita Serena Camp
After enjoying a hearty breakfast, bid farewell to the breathtaking Rift Valley scenery as you head towards Nairobi for an early lunch (or a delightful picnic, depending on road conditions). Then, journey southward towards Amboseli, where you'll reach your lodge by late afternoon.
As an added bonus, during your stay at Lake Elementaita Serena Camp, don't miss the opportunity to explore the rich avian diversity of the Soysambu conservancy. You can partake in a guided bird walk led by a knowledgeable resident naturalist, providing you with the chance to spot some of the 450 bird species that call this region home.
Overnight in the Amboseli National Park Area
Today you will set out for a full-day game drive through Amboseli National Park, with a stop for a picnic lunch. This National Park has so much to offer visitors, between the breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro and the picturesque plains and wetlands. The rich variety of wildlife you might come across includes giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and hundreds of species of birds. This is also the best place on the planet to get up close to free-ranging elephants! The western section is dominated by the vast Lake Amboseli, which is dry outside of the rainy season. (As an additional benefit, partake in the Amboseli Tree Planting initiative, contributing to the preservation of Africa's natural beauty and the future of our planet.) You will return to the lodge in the late afternoon, where you may rest and relax in your room or spend some time by the pool before dinner.
Overnight in the Amboseli National Park Area
After enjoying an early breakfast, savor your final glimpses of the awe-inspiring Mount Kilimanjaro before leaving Amboseli. Your journey takes you by road to the Namanga border, where you bid farewell to your Kenyan driver/guide and perhaps some of your fellow travelers who will be returning to Nairobi. You will be greeted by your Tanzanian transfer driver and embark on a road trip to Arusha, where a lunch (excluding drinks) will be served. In Arusha, you will meet any other travelers who are joining the trip, and from there, you'll proceed to Tarangire National Park. As you pass through the park gate, your wildlife viewing adventure begins, and you'll make your way to the lodge, arriving in time for dinner and your overnight stay.
Overnight in the Tarangire National Park Area
Today begin your day with a morning safari adventure, followed by a delicious lunch at the lodge. Afterward, embark on your journey to Lake Manyara National Park, where you will reach your lodge nestled high above the Rift Valley escarpment. Here, you will enjoy a delightful dinner and spend the night.
Overnight in the Lake Manyara Area
After a delicious breakfast, you will head on a game drive through Lake Manyara National Park that will take you back to the lodge for lunch. Leaving Lake Manyara behind, your journey will continue northwest through the stunning hilly countryside of the highlands which is filled with wheat and coffee plantations. From there lies the vast plains of the Serengeti, where you start seeing local wildlife as you approach the entrance gate. Complete the formalities and enter the park with game viewing en route to the lodge, where you will arrive in time for dinner. Spend the next couple of nights in the Serengeti Serena Lodge, which is lavishly decorated with Makonde carvings to showcase the area’s traditional art, heritage, and culture. Take in the breathtaking views overlooking the Serengeti from the comfort and convenience of your safari lodge.
Overnight in the Serengeti National Park Area
Today, enjoy breakfast followed by exhilarating morning and afternoon game drives through Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which has in recent times been declared a Worldwide Wonder. This fascinating site is undoubtedly one of the most famous wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Serengeti National Park is located approximately 320 kilometers to the northwest of Arusha, sitting in a high plateau between the Ngorongoro highlands and the Kenya-Tanzania border. The park almost stretches to Lake Victoria to the west, covering a total area of 14,763 square kilometers. Appropriately named the “endless plains” by the Maasai people, you will discover the immensity of the Serengeti as you enter the southeastern plains of the park.
Overnight in the Serengeti National Park Area
After breakfast, you will depart Serengeti and travel to Ngorongoro with a picnic lunch stop along the way, where you will get the opportunity to see wildlife roaming through the vast plains of the Serengeti. Discover the lush forest areas which are inhabited by monkeys and elephants, and the lake area, where you may see pink flamingos and open savannahs were lions hunt for food. Later, a picnic lunch will be served in the crater. From there you will continue to your lodge, set high on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater, where you will arrive in time for dinner. You will stay at the Ngorongoro Serena Lodge for the next couple of nights, built from the stones of the nearby river and cloaked in indigenous vines, styled with prehistoric cave paintings and flaming torches.
Overnight in the Ngorongoro Area
After an early breakfast, you will set out to explore the Ngorongoro Crater, which is commonly referred to as the world’s largest natural wildlife arena. Prepare to drive to the crater entry gate and descend with a picnic lunch through the early morning mists and 2,000 feet into the crater. A UNESCO-protected World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve; the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. The craters of the Ngorongoro are preserved entirely for wildlife, while the rest of the Conservation Area is shared by wildlife, people, and livestock. Due to its great size and rich diversity, the floor of the crater is comprised of several distinct areas, ranging from forests, swamps, lakes, and springs to open grasslands and sandy dunes. You will set out for a truly unique wildlife experience. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon.
Overnight in the Ngorongoro Area
If you rise early, you'll have the opportunity to savor the breathtaking sunrise over the eastern edge of the Ngorongoro Crater. After a hearty breakfast, you'll bid farewell to the lodge and commence your return journey to Arusha, where you'll arrive just in time for lunch (please note that beverages are not included). Following lunch, you’ll be transferred to the Kilimanjaro Airport to board your departure flight back home.
Justly famed for its exceptional standards of efficiency, service, and five-star hospitality, the elegantly sophisticated Nairobi Serena Hotel is a member of the ‘Leading Hotels of the World' group and is consistently voted ‘Best Hotel in Nairobi' by airlines and international travel magazines alike. Despite its pivotal central hotel location in Nairobi, Kenya; the Nairobi Serena remains true to its title and offers an oasis of serenity amidst the bustle of one of Africa's most vibrant capital cities.
Located at the very centre of the famous ‘Mara Triangle' of the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, the Mara Serena Safari Lodge is the ultimate safari destination. Set high on a bush-cloaked hill with long views over the savannah and down to the winding coils of the hippo-filled Mara River, it stands centre-stage to one of Africa's most dramatic wildlife arenas, with a ringside seat for the ‘greatest wildlife show on earth, the legendary migration of the wildebeest.
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp is situated in Elmenteita, 41 km from Naivasha. Nakuru is 24 km from the property. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. The accommodation has a seating area. There is a private bathroom with slippers and a hairdryer in each unit. Towels are provided. Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp also includes an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding and cycling.
Set against the magnificent backdrop of Africa's highest mountain, the glittering Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge enjoys a uniquely privileged position at the heart of this world-famous national park. Secluded within a grove of acacia trees, the lodge looks out over the golden savannah plains, with uninterrupted views of the mountain itself. Close by are a series of emerald green swamps, which are fed by the melting snows of Kilimanjaro. Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge is located within Amboseli National Park, which lies approximately 250 kilometres from Nairobi and close to the Tanzanian border.
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Hidden among the kopjes, lies Tarangire Sopa Lodge, surrounded by ancient baobab trees. It is the home of the greatest concentration of elephants in Africa, and other game including the elusive leopard. Over 400 bird species can be spotted here as well. With water constantly available in the area, the greenery is lush providing a wonderful contrast to the burnt ground.
Standing high on the edge of a towering terracotta escarpment with panoramic views over the glittering alkaline waters of Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of tranquillity, wildlife discovery, and ornithological richness. The unprecedented range of high-adventure sports, meanwhile, include mountain biking, canoeing and forest walks, while cultural choices include tours of the neighbouring villages and dance displays by the local Iraqw and sukuma people.
Set high on the saddle of a tree-clad ridge, commanding panoramic views across the Serengeti, this lodge is the ultimate fusion of traditional African architecture and world-class style. Winner of numerous awards from the world travel press, it is perhaps the finest venue the Serengeti has to offer.
Regularly voted one of the best hotels in the world, this unique lodge in Tanzania clings to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and most perfect volcanic crater on Earth. Long and low, the lodge is built from local river stones and camouflaged with indigenous vines. Designed to blend completely into the landscape, it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater 600 metres below.
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All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.
For the rates on these tours, please refer to the Price and Dates section on each tour page.
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