Arrival in Nairobi and Safari Journey Through Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
Day 1: Arrival in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport - Nairobi
A warm welcome awaits you at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at 22:00 hrs. After completing immigration formalities, you will proceed to Arrivals, where you will be met by a hotel representative and transferred to your hotel near the airport for overnight relaxation.
Overnight at Agryle Grand Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
Room Category: Superior Double Room
Day 2: Nairobi - Lake Naivasha National Park: Boat Safari & Hell's Gate
At 07:00 hrs, after breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha (approx. 2 hours). 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 at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge on a full board basis.
Room Category: Superior Double Room
Day 3: Lake Naivasha - Lake Nakuru National Park
After an early breakfast at 08:00 hrs, meet and greet your private safari guide/driver and embark in a 4WD Land Cruiser for your journey to Lake Nakuru National Park (approx. 4 hours), one of the best places to see the exclusive white and black rhino. 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, check in and enjoy a hot lunch at the lodge. After lunch, embark on an exciting evening game drive. You will see the spectacular concentration of majestic pink flamingos, just one of the many wildlife highlights of the park. Later in the evening, return to the lodge for relaxation and dinner.
Dinner and overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge on a full board basis.
Room Category: Standard Double Room
Day 4: Maasai Mara National Reserve - "Jewel of Kenya"
After an early breakfast at 07:00 hrs, depart Lake Nakuru and proceed to the Maasai Mara National Reserve (approx. 5 hours). The Maasai Mara is regarded as the jewel of Kenya, offering wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is almost unbelievable. Over 95 species of mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, and more than 400 bird species have been recorded in the reserve. Visitors 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 in time for a hot lunch at the camp and enjoy afternoon game drives.
Dinner and overnight at Mara Maisha Camp on a full board basis.
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 Maasai 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 colourful 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 a full board basis.
Room Category: Deluxe Double Tent
Day 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi City
Early this morning, enjoy a final game drive in the Maasai 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 at Agryle Grand Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
Room Category: Superior Double Room
Day 7: Nairobi City - Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, check out and drive from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park at 07:00 hrs (approx. 4 hours), arriving in time for a hot lunch. Here, you will enjoy 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 so fascinating.
Beautifully situated at the foot of towering Kilimanjaro is the home of the brightly painted Maasai community. The animals come to drink at the water holes, consisting of small lakes or muddy ponds filled by the melting snows of Kilimanjaro. Return to the lodge for evening relaxation.
Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge on a full board basis (inside the park).
Room Category: Standard Double Room
Day 8: Amboseli National Park - "Home of Huge Elephants" and Best Mt. Kilimanjaro Snow Cap View
Amboseli is renowned for its huge elephant herds. Africa's highest mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro, sits on the upper slopes of Amboseli National Park, with its snow-white peak lying across the border in Tanzania. Seeing Kilimanjaro hovering above the clouds in the early hours of the morning is quite an experience. Apart from elephants, Amboseli is home to buffalo, black rhinos, zebras, wildebeest, and other plains animals.
Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast to explore the park before it gets hot, with another chance to admire the famous Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Serena Lodge on a full board basis (inside the park).
Room Category: Standard Double Room
Day 9: Amboseli - Jomo Kenyatta International Airport - 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 a 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 at Boma Entebbe on a half board basis.
Room Category: Standard Double Room
Day 10: Entebbe International Airport - Kisoro Airfield - Bwindi Forest
After an early breakfast, you will be met by a 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 at Gorilla Leisure Lodge on a full board basis.
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 behaviours, 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 at Gorilla Leisure Lodge on a full board basis.
Room Category: Cottage Double Room
Day 12: Bwindi Forest - Entebbe - Kilimanjaro International Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Kisoro Airfield for your Aerolink flight at 08:15 am to Entebbe, arriving at 11:25 am. A day room is provided at Karibu Guest House, Entebbe. Later, connect to your regional Kenya Airways flight at 20:40 hrs via Nairobi, arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport at 00:55 hrs in the early morning of 29 Jan 2025. Upon arrival, meet and greet your transfer to the overnight accommodation.
Overnight at Arusha Villa on a full board basis.
Room Category: Double Garden View Room
Day 13: Arusha - Tarangire National Park - "Another Home of Huge Elephants"
After an early breakfast, meet and greet 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 Maasai people. Tarangire offers unparalleled game viewing, and during the dry season, elephants abound. Families of these pachyderms play around the ancient trunks of baobab trees and strip acacia bark from thorn trees for their afternoon meal.
After the game drive, return 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 stealthy big cats beginning their nightly hunts. You will 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 a full board basis.
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 more than a million years ago because of furious volcanic forces. Once there, you will follow adventurous trails down into the self-contained ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater and have an opportunity to spot its rich flora and fauna.
In this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will have a chance to search for endangered black rhinos while also 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 because of its beauty. Remember, this is one of the few places in the world where the majestic Big Five of Tanzania can be spotted in a single day. Proceed to your camp on the rim of Ngorongoro for overnight relaxation.
Dinner and overnight at Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp on a full board basis.
Room Category: 1 Standard Double Tent
Day 15: Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Serengeti National Park Central
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the 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 Serengeti.
Dinner and overnight at Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp on a full board basis.
Room Category: 1 Luxury Double Tent
Day 16: Serengeti National Park Full Day Guided Game Drives in the "Big Cats Headquarters"
After breakfast, proceed for a game drive. Serengeti has been voted Africa's best. Over the next 1.5 days, you 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 you may come up close and personal with in this award-winning park. In the evening, return to the lodge for relaxation.
Dinner and overnight at Signature Serengeti Luxury Tented Camp on a full board basis.
Room Category: Luxury Double Tent
Day 17: Serengeti National Park - Arusha - Kilimanjaro International Airport
After an early breakfast, embark on your final game drive, savouring 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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