Trip Details
Nairobi | Samburu Game Reserve | Maasai Mara | Serengeti
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
Experience
- In migration season, witness “the greatest show on earth”.
- Striking scenery and wildlife in pristine and unspoiled wilderness areas.
- Amazing close encounters with the Mara’s fantastic wildlife.
Discover
- Endless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife regions.
- The Samburu "special six" - unique game species of the north.
Enjoy
- Soar over the Maasai Mara on an extraordinary hot air balloon safari.
- Intimate walking safaris.
Relax
- In an elegant and luxurious safari tent.
Day 1 - Nairobi
On arrival you will be met by a Lion World Travel Representative and transferred to the 5-star Hemingways Nairobi.
Accommodation: Hemingways Nairobi – Standard Room
Day 2 - Nairobi/Samburu
Transfer to Wilson Airport and connect with your scheduled flight to Samburu. On arrival you will be met by your local driver-guide and take a short game drive enroute to the luxurious Sasaab. The airy rooms with four poster beds, open-air bathrooms, and private plunge pools, make for a completely invigorating experience.
Spend the afternoon on a game drive. Return to the camp in time to relax before dinner.
Accommodation: Sasaab Lodge – Suite (B, L, D)
Day 3 - Samburu
On your game drive you will see an astounding number of animals from elephant to lion, leopard and cheetah and the ‘Samburu Special Six’: the Beisa Oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope, Guenther’s dik-dik and Somali ostrich.
Accommodation: Sasaab Lodge – Suite (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Samburu/Maasai Mara
Fly to the Maasai Mara and stay at the luxurious Angama Mara Camp. All the tented suites have a floor-to-ceiling glass front and offers breathtaking views,
Please Note: Luggage restrictions on the Kenya light aircraft transfer flights is 15kg/33lbs in soft bags – including hand luggage.
Later venture out on an evening game drive for amazing close encounters with the Mara’s fantastic wildlife.
Accommodation: Angama Mara Camp – Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Maasai Mara
There is an abundance of resident game all year round which will provide excellent wildlife sightings on morning and evening game drive. In the migration season witness the Great Migration as the camp is located right in the path of the annual migration.
Accommodation: Angama Mara Camp – Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Maasai Mara
Depart on a hot Air Balloon safari and bush breakfast today (weather dependent).
Accommodation: Angama Mara Camp – Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Maasai Mara/Serengeti
Take a light aircraft flight from Masai Mara to Kogatende, Serengeti Bushtops is an oasis of 5-star luxury within one of the world’s most magical settings.
Please Note: Luggage restrictions on the Kenya light aircraft transfer flights is 15kg/33lbs in soft bags – including hand luggage.
Return from safari and watch the sun set from the comfort of your patio before dinner.
Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops Camp – Luxury Tent (B, L, D)
Day 8 - Serengeti
Enjoy a full day game drive, with a picnic lunch.
Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops Camp – Luxury Tent (B, L, D)
Day 9 - Serengeti/Kilimanjaro/Depart
Fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport where you will connect with your ongoing flight. (B)
Return home with memories of a lifetime!
Add-Ons
Gorilla Trekking
We suggest you enhance this once in a lifetime trip with a moving and poignant visit with endangered Mountain Gorillas. A 4-night extension to Rwanda to participate in gorilla trekking is highly recommended. See our Gorillas of Rwanda itinerary for more details.
Azure Zanzibar
Zanzibar is the perfect post-safari beach destination, with its white sandy beaches, azure waters and alluring culture. Check out our Azure Zanzibar itinerary or speak to one of our Africa Specialists for more information.
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations. Based on a minimum of 2 passengers to operate. Single supplement pricing available on request.
Oct 1 - Oct 31 | Nov 1 - Dec 19 | Dec 20 - Dec 31 | |
Selling Price | $22200 | $15200 | $22200 |
Jan 10 - Apr 18 | Jun 1 - Oct 31 | Nov 1 - Dec 19 | Dec 20 - Dec 31 | |
Selling Price | $16400 | $23800 | $16400 | $23800 |
Inclusions:
- Internal flights as indicated above: Wilson to Samburu, Samburu to Maasai Mara, Maasai Mara to Wilson (Nairobi), Wilson to Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro to Kogatende and Kogatende to Kilimanjaro
- All meet and greet services.
- All arrival and departure transfers
- Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
- Meals as stipulated in the itinerary.
- Selected, non-premium beverages (alcohol and non-alcohol, selection varies by lodge)
- Services of an English speaking driver-guide, game viewing drives.
- Game viewing drives
- Lion World Travel Representative Meet & Greet upon arrival.
- Hot Air Balloon Safari at Angama Mara (weather dependent)
Exclusions:
- International flights and flight taxes
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry and telephone calls etc
- All other services not mentioned
- Gratuities/Tips for game rangers, tour guides, and drivers
- Costs of obtaining Passports or Visas
- Trip Cancellation, Interruption and Medical Insurance – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this
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"To say that this trip is a once in a lifetime experience, would be an understatement. This itinerary offers elegant accommodations, breathtaking scenery, and excellent wildlife sightings in unspoiled wilderness areas. The most incredible experience is soaring over the Maasai Mara on an extraordinary hot air balloon safari. All you have to do is show up and enjoy the show."
- Leeann Phayre-Mallo, VP Operations, Lion World Travel