Itinerary

1. 17 Day Jewel of Africa Safari Kenya, Uganda & Tanzania

   Day 1:  Arrival in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport – Nairobi:

   A warm welcome at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at 22:00hrs, after completing immigration formalities, you will then proceed to Arrivals, where you will be met by a hotel representative to transfer to your hotel near the airport for overnight relaxation.

   Overnight at Agryle Grand Hotel on a bed and Breakfast Basis.                                                                                                 Agryle Grand Hotel

   Room Category: Superior Double Room

   Day 2:  Nairobi- Lake Naivasha National Park: Boat Safari & Hell’s Gate:

   At 07:00hrs, after breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha (approx. 2hrs). Naivasha is a near-circular freshwater lake bordered by light forests and overlooked by the dramatic, ragged edges of Mount Longonot. Though not officially protected, the lake hosts abundant wildlife—giraffe, hippo, and waterbuck are often seen along the shore. It is also one of Kenya’s most rewarding birding sites, where enthusiasts can record over 100 species before breakfast. Iconic birds include the African fish eagle, great white pelican, and the colourful Fischer’s and yellow-collared lovebirds. Enjoy a scenic boat trip to Crescent Island, the submerged rim of an ancient volcanic crater, home to giraffe, buffalo, and diverse birdlife. In the afternoon, proceed to Hell’s Gate National Park for an adventurous exploration of its towering cliffs, geothermal features, and dramatic landscapes, ideal for walking or gentle cycling among wildlife.  

   Overnight Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge on Full Board Basis.                                                                                                       Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge

   Room Category: Superior Double Room

   Day 3: Lake Naivasha - Lake Nakuru National Park:

   After an early Breakfast at 08:00hrs Meet and Greet with your private Safari guide/ driver and embark in our 4WD Land Cruisers to head out (approx. 4hrs) on your journey to the ultimate destination to see the exclusive white & black rhino at Lake Nakuru National Park. Along the way, you will explore the beautiful nature of the Great Rift Valley, formed more than two million years ago. Upon arrival at Lake Nakuru National Park, you will check in and enjoy a hot lunch at the lodge. After lunch, you will embark on an exciting game drive through the evening. You will see the spectacular concentration of majestic pink flamingos, which is just one of the many wildlife features in the park. You will return to the lodge later in the evening for relaxation and dinner.

   Dinner and Overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge on Full Board Basis                                                                           Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

   Room Category: Standard Double Room

   Day 4:  Maasai Mara National Reserve “Jewel of Kenya”

   After an early breakfast at 07:00hrs from Lake Nakuru, proceed to the Masai Mara National Reserve (approx. 5hrs). The Masai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya, which offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is almost unbelievable that over 95 species of mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, and over 400 bird species are recorded on the reserve. A visitor may hardly miss seeing lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, leopards, many kinds of antelopes, and elephants. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. Arrive for hot lunch at the Camp and enjoy afternoon game drives.

   Dinner and overnight at Mara Maisha Camp on Full Board Basis.                                                                                        Mara Maisha Camp

   Room Category: Deluxe Double Tent

   Day 5: Maasai Mara National Reserve – Full Guided Game Drives

   Experience a full day of adventure in the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s crown jewel of wildlife and natural beauty. Begin with a morning game drive as the sun rises over vast savannahs, golden grasslands, and acacia-studded landscapes. Spot the Big Five—lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos—alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, and cheetahs in their natural habitat. Bird enthusiasts will delight in over 400 recorded species, from colorful lilac-breasted rollers to majestic eagles. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, rolling hills, and meandering rivers that define this iconic ecosystem. Pause for a picnic lunch amid the wilderness before an afternoon game drive, where the changing light transforms the Mara into a photographer’s paradise. Return to camp at sunset, carrying memories of one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife experiences.

   Dinner and overnight at Mara Maisha Camp on Full Board Basis.                                                                                       Mara Maisha Camp

   Room Category: Deluxe Double Tent

   Day 6:  Masai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi City:

   Early this morning, enjoy a final game drive in the Masai Mara, a prime time to witness the wilderness come alive. The cool dawn hours offer exceptional chances to spot big cats on the move, grazing herds of elephants and buffalo, towering giraffes, zebras, and a wide variety of birdlife as the golden light spreads across the savannah. After the game drive, return to the lodge for a relaxed breakfast before checking out and departing for Nairobi. The approximate 4-hour drive offers beautiful views of Kenya’s diverse landscapes—from the rolling Mara plains and scattered acacia trees to the dramatic escarpments of the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, enjoy glimpses of rural villages, patchwork farmlands, and sweeping panoramas as you ascend toward Nairobi.

   Overnight Agryle Grand Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.                                                                                                     Agryle Grand Hotel

   Room Category: Superior Double Room

   Day 7:  Nairobi City – Amboseli National Park:

   After breakfast, you will check out and drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park at 07:00hrs (approx. 4hrs) to arrive for a hot lunch. Here you will see a spectacular view of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Take part in an exciting game drive on your way to the lodge. The combination of scenery, people, and animals is what makes this park fascinating! Beautifully situated at the foot of the towering Kilimanjaro is the home of the brightly painted Maasai community. All these animals come to drink at the water holes, consisting of small lakes or muddy ponds filled by the melting snows of Kilimanjaro. Back to the lodge for evening relaxation.

   Dinner and Overnight Amboseli Serena Lodge on Full Board Basis (inside park)                                                           Amboseli Serena Lodge

   Room Category: Standard Double Room

   Day 8: Amboseli National Park – “Home of Huge Elephants” Best Mt. Kilimanjaro Snow Cape View Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds. Africa's highest Mountain - Mt Kilimanjaro sits on the upper slopes of Amboseli National Park. Mt. Kilimanjaro's snow-white peak lies across the border in Tanzania. Seeing Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in the early hours of the morning is quite an experience. Apart from the Elephants, Amboseli is home to buffalo, black rhinos, zebras, wildebeest, and other plains animals. Early morning game drive before breakfast, explore the park before it gets hot, and another chance to have a view of the famous Mt. Kilimanjaro.

   Dinner and Overnight Amboseli Serena Lodge on Full Board Basis (inside park)                                                          Amboseli Serena Lodge

   Room Category:  Standard Double Room

   Day 9: Amboseli – Jomo Kenyatta International – Entebbe International Airport

   After an early, relaxed breakfast, enjoy short game drives as you exit Amboseli, with chances to spot elephants, zebras, giraffes, and sweeping views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The changing landscapes—from open plains to Maasai homesteads—offer beautiful scenery along the way. You will then transfer from Amboseli to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (approx. 4 hours) for your Kenya Airways evening flight at 18:00 hrs. to Entebbe International Airport, arriving at 19:50 hrs. Upon arrival, you will be met and warmly welcomed by our local representative, who will assist you with your luggage and escort you to your vehicle. You will then be transferred to your nearby hotel for a relaxing evening and a restful overnight, preparing for the adventures ahead.

   Dinner and Overnight Boma Entebbe on Half Board Basis.                                                                                                  Boma Entebbe

   Room Category: Standard Double Room

   Day 10: Entebbe International Airport – Kisoro Airfield - Bwindi Forest

   After an early breakfast, you will be met by our representative for your transfer to Entebbe International Airport. Board your Aerolink flight at 07:00 am for a scenic journey to Kisoro Airfield, arriving at approximately 08:15 am. As you fly over southwestern Uganda, enjoy breathtaking aerial views of rolling highlands, crater lakes, lush forests, and the dramatic Virunga Volcanoes. On arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred by road to Gorilla Leisure Camp. The drive offers beautiful landscapes, rural villages, and chances to spot forest birds and monkeys along the way. Settle in at the camp for an afternoon of relaxation as you take in the serene atmosphere of Bwindi’s mist-covered rainforest.

   Dinner and Overnight Gorilla Leisure Lodge on Full Board Basis.                                                                                                 Gorilla Leisure Lodge

   Room Category: Cottage Double Room

   Day 11: Bwindi Forest Gorilla Trekking

   Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at the lodge, overlooking the lush and mystical impenetrable forest, a haven for diverse flora and fauna. You will then transfer to the park offices, enjoying a packed picnic lunch en route. At the park headquarters, experienced guides provide a thorough briefing on gorilla trekking etiquette, preparing you for the journey ahead. The trek takes you through scenic trails, where the forest comes alive with the calls of exotic birds, the rustling of monkeys, and the delicate beauty of orchids and ferns. After an invigorating climb into gorilla habitat, you will encounter a majestic mountain gorilla family at close range—approximately 20 feet—allowing a one-hour observation of their gentle interactions, playful behaviors, and natural routines. After this unforgettable experience, guides escort you back to Gorilla Leisure Camp for a refreshing shower. Spend the evening at leisure, taking in the serene sounds of the forest.

   Dinner and Overnight Gorilla Leisure Lodge on Full Board Basis. 

   Gorilla Leisure Lodge

   Room Category: Cottage Double Room

   Day 12: Bwindi Forest – Entebbe – Kilimanjaro International Airport

   Breakfast and eventually transfer to Kisoro Airfield for Aerolink flight at 0815am to Entebbe, arrival at 1125am. Day room at Karibu Guest House, Entebbe. Later connect to your regional Kenya Airways at 2040hrs via Nairobi arrival to Kilimanjaro International Airport at 0055hrs (early Morning of 29 Jan 2025). Upon arrival, meet and greet the transfer to your overnight accommodation

   Overnight at Arusha Villa on Full Board Basis. Arusha Villa

   Room Category: Double Garden View Room

              

   Day 13:  Arusha – Tarangire National Park – “Another Home of Huge Elephants” Optional Night Safari

   After an early Breakfast Meet and greet with your private Safari Driver guide and embark on your Tanzanian Safari to Tarangire National Park, which is very famous for its huge elephant population. Here you will have the unique experience of seeing nature combined with the original lifestyle of the Masaai people. Tarangire offers unparalleled game viewing, and during the dry season, elephants abound. Families of the pachyderms play around the ancient trunks of baobab trees and strip acacia bark from the thorn trees for their afternoon meal. After the game drive back to the lodge at Manyara. Later in the evening, guests may opt for an exciting Night Game Drive, offering a rare opportunity to experience the park after sunset. As darkness falls, the wilderness transforms—nocturnal animals emerge, and the atmosphere becomes cooler, quieter, and full of anticipation. With the help of powerful spotlights and your expert guide, you may encounter species often unseen during the day, such as civets, genets, porcupines, hyenas, and the stealthy big cats beginning their nightly hunts. You’ll also enjoy listening to the unique nighttime sounds of the bush and observing the glittering African sky above. This optional experience provides a whole new perspective on the park’s wildlife and natural beauty.

   Dinner and Overnight at Manyara Best View Lodge on Full Board Basis.                                                                                    

   Manyara Best View Lodge

   Room Category: Silver Double Room

   Day 14:  Manyara - Ngorongoro Crater “Seventh Wonder of the World”

   After breakfast, proceed for a descent into a Mountain believed to have sunk into a 600-meter-deep caldera/crater more than a million years ago because of furious volcanic forces. Reaching there, you will follow the adventurous trails down into the self-contained ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater and have an opportunity to spot flora and fauna. In this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will have a chance to search for endangered black rhinos as you continue seeking other animals, such as lions, old bull elephants, spotted hyenas, jackals, and over 500 species of birds. Relish an enjoyable picnic lunch out in the middle of nowhere and continue searching for more wildlife in this destination often called Eden’s Garden due to its beauty. Remember, this is one of the few places in the world where the Majestic Big5 of Tanzania can be spotted in a single day. Proceed to your camp on the rim of the Ngorongoro for Overnight relaxation. Dinner and Overnight Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp on Full Board Basis.

   Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

   Room Category: 1 Standard Double Tent

   Day 15: Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Serengeti National Park - Central

   Experience the breathtaking beauty of Ngorongoro Conservation Area as you journey toward the iconic Central Serengeti, passing through rolling highlands, volcanic landscapes, and sweeping savannahs alive with wildlife. In the Serengeti, enjoy immersive morning and afternoon game drives across the vast plains, where golden grasslands stretch endlessly under wide African skies. Encounter abundant wildlife, including prides of lions, elegant cheetahs, massive elephants, giraffes, buffalo herds, and an array of antelopes. The region is also rich in birdlife, with soaring eagles and vibrant species dotting the acacia woodlands. Central Serengeti’s year-round water sources attract animals throughout the day, making every drive a chance to witness dramatic predator–prey interactions, graceful movements of grazing herds, and unforgettable sunsets glowing over the savannah. This is the heart of Tanzania’s wildlife spectacle. Proceed for evening relaxation to your Camp in central

   Dinner and Overnight Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp on Full Board Basis.

   Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp

   Room Category: 1 Luxury Double Tent

   Day 16:  Serengeti National Park Full Day Guided Game Drives in the “BIG CATS Headquarters”

   Breakfast, then proceed for a game drive. Serengeti voted as Africa’s best! Over the next 1.5 days, we will enjoy a full-day exploration of Serengeti National Park Central, believed to have the highest density of wildlife in Africa. The awe-inspiring central Serengeti, famously known as the Big Cats headquarters, is an outstanding wildlife zone! Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in the African wilderness as you scan the surroundings for game viewing opportunities. Big cats, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, antelopes, hippos, and crocodiles, just to name a few, are among the wildlife to come up-close and personal with in this award- winning park, evening back to the lodge for relaxation.

   Dinner and Overnight Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp on Full Board Basis.

   Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp

   Room Category: Luxury Double Tent

   Day 17: Serengeti National Park – Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport:

   After an early breakfast, embark on your final game drive, savoring the sights and sounds of Africa’s iconic wildlife one last time. Take in the breathtaking landscapes and the remarkable diversity of animals that make this safari circuit so unforgettable. This farewell to nature offers a perfect moment for reflection and photography before you depart. Flight at 11:00 am to Arusha, where you will be met and assisted for your onward transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport. Board your flight home with memories of thrilling adventures, majestic scenery, and close encounters with Africa’s extraordinary wildlife. This marks the conclusion of an exceptional safari experience, leaving you with lasting impressions of the continent’s beauty, culture, and wilderness, a journey you will cherish forever.

                                                                                                                                                                       

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