Explore the finest locations and experiences in Kenya Tanzania Luxury Safari Adventure, including the Mara Naboisho Conservancy for exceptional game viewing and walking safaris. Continue to the Serengeti, renowned for the annual wildebeest migration and the abundance of predators. Conclude your journey at the Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage site. For those seeking additional time and relaxation, an optional extension to Zanzibar is available.
Itinerary
An Asilia chauffeur will be awaiting your arrival as you emerge from the arrivals terminal at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Enjoy a scenic transfer through the city, skirting the outskirts of Nairobi National Park, en route to the serene Karen neighbourhood and the Hemingways Nairobi Hotel. This luxurious boutique hotel offers a welcoming haven for you to unwind and rejuvenate after a lengthy flight. If your schedule permits, indulge in the spa's revitalising treatments to soothe weary muscles, or take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. The Brasserie at the hotel offers a diverse range of international dishes, ensuring a delightful dining experience for even the most discerning palates.
Accommodation:Hemingways Nairobi.
Following breakfast, an Asilia driver will take you to Wilson Airport for your flight to Ol Seki Airstrip. Upon arrival, a guide from Naboisho Camp will welcome you to the Mara Naboisho Conservancy. After a quick briefing, embark on a game drive towards camp. After a brief camp introduction, enjoy lunch and some time to acclimatize.
In the late afternoon, gather in the lounge for tea, then head out for a game drive across the plains of Naboisho. Experience diverse wildlife, from lion prides to cheetah families. As the sun sets, enjoy a drink and snacks. Return to camp for a hot shower, fireside conversation, and a delicious dinner. As you lie in bed on your first night in the African bush, let the sounds of the night lull you to sleep.
Accommodation:Naboisho Camp.
Safari mornings typically begin early to catch the wildlife in action at first light. Walking safaris are most enjoyable in the cool morning hours, customisable in duration for the group's needs. A visit to a nearby Maasai community offers a unique cultural experience, replacing a game drive. Morning game drives include a packed breakfast, while afternoon drives often feature a sundowner. For a unique twist, venture on a night game drive to spot nocturnal creatures in the darkness. Conclude the day with tales around the campfire, sharing the day's safari adventures with fellow travellers.
Accommodation:Naboisho Camp.
Safari mornings typically begin early to catch the wildlife in action at first light. Walking safaris are most enjoyable in the cool morning hours, customisable in duration for the group's needs. A visit to a nearby Maasai community offers a unique cultural experience, replacing a game drive. Morning game drives include a packed breakfast, while afternoon drives often feature a sundowner. For a unique twist, venture on a night game drive to spot nocturnal creatures in the darkness. Conclude the day with tales around the campfire, sharing the day's safari adventures with fellow travellers.
Accommodation:Naboisho Camp.
After a sumptuous breakfast, prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you fly into Tanzania and over the vast and stunning Serengeti National Park, home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth. You will be transferred to your next stop, Olakira Camp. In the afternoon you will head out for an amazing game drive, equipped with a sundowner kit. See the sun set over the plains and marvel at the great migration.
Accommodation:Olakira Camp.
At Olakira, game drives are the main activity, occurring twice daily in the morning and afternoon. These drives include a picnic breakfast or a sundowner kit. Alternatively, there's an option for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the mid-afternoon. The Serengeti offers prolific game viewing, with the Great Migration adding excitement, featuring sensational river crossings in the northern Serengeti and frenetic predator activity in the southern plains as they target newborn wildebeest and zebra.
Accommodation:Olakira Camp.
At Olakira, game drives are the main activity, occurring twice daily in the morning and afternoon. These drives include a picnic breakfast or a sundowner kit. Alternatively, there's an option for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the mid-afternoon. The Serengeti offers prolific game viewing, with the Great Migration adding excitement, featuring sensational river crossings in the northern Serengeti and frenetic predator activity in the southern plains as they target newborn wildebeest and zebra.
Accommodation:Olakira Camp.
Make the most of your travel day with a leisurely start, allowing time for breakfast in camp before heading to the airstrip for your flight to Seronera. Upon arrival, a guide from Dunia Camp will greet you, providing a brief introduction to the area. Take a relaxed game drive towards camp, leaving the bustling Seronera region behind and heading west to the Moru Kopjes and Dunia Camp's serene sanctuary.
After a tree-shaded lunch, take the opportunity to settle into camp, enjoying views from your private veranda or the elevated lounge. As the afternoon cools, gather for coffee or a refreshing drink before an afternoon game drive across the Serengeti plains. Find a scenic spot to enjoy a cold drink as the sun sets. Upon returning to camp, freshen up before fireside drinks and a delightful dinner.
Accommodation:Dunia Camp.
At Dunia, game drives take center stage, occurring twice daily in the morning and afternoon. These drives come with a choice of a picnic breakfast or a sundowner kit. Alternatively, embark on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the mid-afternoon. Serengeti's wildlife is abundant, and Dunia Camp's central location ensures access to the Great Migration herds throughout the year. A full-day drive with a picnic lunch covers the southern plains, parts of the western corridor, and central regions, offering a diverse game viewing experience. For an extra adventure, consider a hot air balloon safari, providing a unique perspective on wildlife at an additional cost.
Accommodation:Dunia Camp.
At Dunia, game drives take center stage, occurring twice daily in the morning and afternoon. These drives come with a choice of a picnic breakfast or a sundowner kit. Alternatively, embark on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the mid-afternoon. Serengeti's wildlife is abundant, and Dunia Camp's central location ensures access to the Great Migration herds throughout the year. A full-day drive with a picnic lunch covers the southern plains, parts of the western corridor, and central regions, offering a diverse game viewing experience. For an extra adventure, consider a hot air balloon safari, providing a unique perspective on wildlife at an additional cost.
Accommodation:Dunia Camp.
Following breakfast in camp, proceed to Seronera Airstrip for your flight to Lake Manyara. Upon arrival, a guide from The Highlands will be waiting for you for a 3-hour transfer into the heights of Ngorongoro. Enjoy the picturesque drive, passing through the lively town of Karatu and entering the gates of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The steep ascent winds through lush tropical jungle until you reach the crater rim road, offering a breathtaking viewpoint over the crater. Pause here to stretch your legs, take in the view, and savour the picnic lunch brought from Dunia Camp.
Continuing in an anti-clockwise direction around the crater rim, you'll eventually move away from the rim and into the green rolling highlands of Ngorongoro. Pass by goat herders and waving school children as you circumnavigate the base of Ol Moti Crater, arriving at The Highlands. After the drive, unwind in camp, acclimatising to the altitude before indulging in dinner.
Accommodation:The Highlands.
The day begins early as you aim to be among the first vehicles on the Ngorongoro Crater floor. Departing from camp in the cold darkness, bundled up in warm jackets and Maasai blankets, the chill is soon forgotten as you descend the inner walls of the unbroken caldera. On the crater floor, indulge in coffee and breakfast snacks during the unique game drive experience. A picnic lunch awaits by the hippo pool, where grunting rafts of hippos provide company. By mid-afternoon, commence the return journey up the caldera walls, reaching the rim and heading back to camp. Freshen up and enjoy a drink in the bar before dinner.
Accommodation:The Highlands.
Following breakfast in camp, leave The Highlands and retrace your route around the crater rim and down the outer slopes of Ngorongoro, returning to Lake Manyara Airstrip. This concludes your itinerary, and you will fly to Kilimanjaro Airport to retrieve your bags and continue with your onward travels.
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