9 Days Safari in Kenya and Tanzania

Your adventure begins as you touch down at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). For those arriving early, we recommend a private transfer to the charming city of Nairobi. Settle into your accommodation at the Lodge, ideally situated near Nairobi National Park, providing a perfect introduction to the natural wonders of East Africa. The rest of the day is yours to unwind and prepare for the exciting journey ahead. In the evening, meet your safari driver guide at the Lodge for a brief safari orientation and equipment check. Enjoy a delightful dinner and restful overnight stay at the Lodge with half-board arrangements.

Embark on an early departure from Nairobi, heading towards the renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve. En route, pause at a viewpoint offering breathtaking vistas of the Rift Valley and the distant Suswa and Longonot volcanoes. Continue your journey with a stop at Mai Mahiu, home to natural hot water springs. As you venture deeper into Masai Mara, relish sightings of antelopes, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and more. After indulging in lunch at the lodge, unwind before embarking on a captivating sunset game drive through the picturesque plains. Your evening concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at the Lodge, enjoying full-board arrangements.

Immerse yourself in the wild wonders of Masai Mara with an entire day dedicated to game drives. Encounter diverse wildlife and consider an optional visit to a Masai boma (village) to experience the nomadic culture firsthand. Masai Mara is famed for its big cat population and the astounding Great Wildebeest Migration. Be captivated by this natural spectacle as over a million wildebeests journey from Serengeti National Park in search of nourishment and water. Your day concludes with a full-board dinner and another comfortable overnight stay at the Lodge.

Start your day with an early breakfast before embarking on a scenic drive from Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park via the Isebania Border. En route, pause at Musoma town along the shores of Africa’s largest freshwater lake. Enter Serengeti through Ndabaka Gate, where the savannah welcomes you with herds of elephants and zebras. Upon arrival at your lodge, refresh and rejuvenate, followed by a sumptuous dinner and full-board accommodation.

Rise early for an optional morning game drive followed by breakfast. Explore the vast Serengeti plains teeming with diverse animal and bird species. Serengeti, translating to “endless plains” in the Masai language, lives up to its name as you witness a plethora of wildlife against the backdrop of boundless landscapes. Lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, and many more enchanting creatures grace the Serengeti. Return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay with full-board arrangements.

Following breakfast, journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, indulging in game drives along the way. If the Great Migration is underway, you might catch glimpses of it at Ndutu plains. Ascend to the Crater Rim and settle into your lodge, relishing a delectable dinner and full-board lodging.

Prepare for an early breakfast as you descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as Africa’s Eden. The concentration of wildlife within this caldera is unparalleled, offering close encounters with the iconic Big Five and an array of other animals. Lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and even the elusive black rhinos could grace your day. In the afternoon, proceed to Lake Manyara for a change of scenery. Enjoy dinner and a comfortable overnight stay at the Lodge with full-board arrangements.

Embark on an early journey, crossing the Namanga border on your way to Amboseli National Park. Often dubbed “the Courtyard of Kilimanjaro,” Amboseli presents postcard-perfect photo opportunities with its elephants against the backdrop of majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. The alkaline lake at Amboseli offers a vibrant display of flamingos and aquatic birds. Lions, cheetahs, zebras, and more await your discovery. Relish a satisfying dinner and full-board accommodation at the Lodge.

Seize the morning with a final game drive in Amboseli National Park, followed by a hearty breakfast. Return for an early lunch and then depart for Nairobi. Your incredible East African safari culminates with a drop-off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Cherish the memories and experiences gathered during your journey.