Highlights of Kenya and Tanzania
Trip Overview
Travel Route: Nairobi - Masai Mara - Lake Victoria - Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro - Lake Manyara - West Kilimanjaro - Kilimanjaro
Duration 11 days 10 nights
Ideal For Travellers who want to get to know Kenya & Tanzania and have an interest in wildlife, spectacular landscapes and authentic cultural encounters.
Summary Witness the fascinating annual migration of up to 2 million wildebeest and zebra in the Masai Mara and the Serengeti, visit remote fishing villages on Lake Victoria, marvel at the breathtaking views and incredible wildlife of Ngorongoro Crater, get close to countless flamingos and look out for the tee-climbing lions of Lake Manyara and enjoy the sight of elephants against the majestic backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro in West Kilimanjaro.
Services Included 9 nights with Fullboard accommodation,1 night halfboard accomodation, Exclusive use of your own 4x4 safari vehicle and qualified English speaking driver guide (except in West Kilimanjaro where you may share with other guests), Game drives, Bush walks, Village visits, Boat excursion at Lake Victoria, All national park and conservation fees, All flights and transfers in Kenya & Tanzania, Flying Doctor emergency evacuation cover, 24-hour point of contact in Africa.
Cost per Person:
From US$ 5,350
The price quoted above is an approximate price based on 2 people shairing a double or twin and traveling during high season (July to Oct).
Enjoy a spectacular flight into the Rift Valley and to the game rich Masai Mara (5-6 hours).
The Masai Mara fulfils the dreams of any visitor searching for an amazing safari experience. The iconic African landscapes, endless seas of golden grass dotted with picturesque acacia trees, are home to cheetah, leopard, large prides of lions, elephants, giraffe, hyena, huge Nile crocodiles, frolicking hippos and many other species.
Wildlife viewing in the Mara is fantastic all year round, and, from August to October it is the sight of one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences on earth - the annual migration of close to two million wildebeests and zebras following the seasonal rains in a quest for the best pastures. During these months, you can witness the dramatic crossings of thousands of wildebeest and zebra over the crocodile-infested Mara river
. While you will see most animals on game drives, the conservation areas surrounding the Masai Mara also offer the opportunity for beautiful bush walks and visits to a Maasai village and to colourful local markets.
Accommodation: Mara Siria Camp or Kicheche Bush Camp
Morning drive to the Tanzania border (3-5 hours) and onwards to Lake Victoria (2-3 hours). Spend the afternoon at a quiet lodge on the beach as a break to your journey into Serengeti.
Lake Victoria is the second largest fresh water lake in the world and source of the River Nile. A good opportunity to enjoy a welcome contrast to game viewing. The lake is rich in fish and birdlife, its islands lush and verdant.
The deep blue waters support an abundant ecosystem. Its shores are lined with groves of banana trees and fishing villages where you'll always be greeted with a friendly smile and a wave. The chance to catch the giant Nile perch draws many guests.
Enjoy a boat excursion to a small fishing village on Lake Victoria – a particular exciting experience in the morning when you will be able to visit the bustling market right on the beach.
Accommodation: Speke Bay Lodge
Serengeti
Day 5 - 6
Experience the high concentration of wildlife and the diversity of landscapes in the Serengeti as you make your way through its western corridor along the Grumeti River to the central Serengeti (4-6 hours)
The Serengeti is the jewel in the crown of Tanzania's parks and undoubtedly the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world. With countless predators including lion, cheetah and leopard, more than two million wildebeest, half a million Thomson's gazelle, and a quarter of a million zebra, it has the greatest concentration of wildlife on our planet.
The wildebeest and zebra moreover form the star cast of a unique spectacular - the annual migration. Between late December and March, you will be able to witness the great migration of more than 1 million wildebeest and zebra during the spectacular calving season.
Between May and July you might be lucky to witness the fascinating spectacle of thousands of Wildebeest and Zebras crossing the crocodile infested Grumeti River together with their new born. While from August to October, they move to the remote Northern Serengeti crossing the Mara River with giant crocodiles.
Accommodation: Simiyu Mobile Camp or Serengeti Medium
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Day 7
Enjoy a morning game drive in the Central or Southern Serengeti before driving to the Ngorongoro Crater (3-5 hours)
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the natural wonders of the world; its six mountain peaks are constantly in view and sightings of the big five – lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard – are frequent. The conservation area is also home to Maasai people and their cattle which co-exist with the existing wildlife in a unique ecosystem.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
Day 8
Enjoy a full day game drive in the Crater and take in the spectacular views from the crater rim before driving to the foothills between the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Lake Manyara which offer beautiful lush green landscapes dotted with picturesque coffee and tea plantations.
Nestling at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment, Lake Manyara National Park is stunningly beautiful and contains diverse habitats. As you drive a around the park, enjoy lovely views of the Rift Valley escarpment and of Lake Manyara which attracts more than 400 species of birds, including flamingos and pelicans.
Watch elephants, buffalo, and hippo wallow in one of the mud pools and in the heat of the day, look out for the famous tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara which you can see - if you are lucky - stretched on the branches of trees.
Accommodation: Tloma Lodge or Plantation Lodge
Lake Manyara to West Kilimanjaro
Day 9 - 10
Enjoy a morning game drive at Lake Manyara before driving towards Africa's highest peak, the iconic Mt Kilimanjaro (3-4 hours)
The drive to West Kilimanjaro is exciting as you are treated to views of the foothills of the majestic Kilimanjaro and occasionally that of its peaks should the cloud cover permit it. As you approach the concession area you will drive through fertile farmlands and villages, see workers carrying their hoes on their way home from the farms before the vegetation changes into wide open savannah.
West Kilimanjaro is a concession area to the west of Mt Kilimanjaro visited by far fewer travellers than Amboseli National Park on the other side of the border in Kenya. Like Amboseli, West Kilimanjaro offers breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro and the neighbouring Mt Meru. Animals from Amboseli often wander into West Kilimanjaro and on a game drive you can see some of the largest elephants as well as the gerenuk, kudu, oryx, vervet monkeys. As this is not a national park, you also have the opportunity of getting closer to nature on guided bush walks and of experiencing authentic cultural encounters in remote Masai villages.
Accommodation: Kambi ya Tembo
Enjoy a beautiful morning walk or game drive with views of Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru before driving to the airport or Arusha for your return home or your onward journey (1-2 hours).
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