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Ultimate Kenya and Tanzania 2019
Trip Highlights
Nairobi | Samburu Game Reserve | Maasai Mara | Serengeti
Experience
Amazing “big five” sightings in open-vehicle safaris
Evening sundowners as the sun sets over the African skies
Intimate walking safaris
In migration season, witness “the greatest show on earth”
Discover
Endless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife regions
The Samburu "special five" - unique game species
Relax
In a stunning spa as you gaze out over African savannahs.
In an elegant and luxurious safari tent
Learn
About the pastoral Maasai culture
About conservation in Africa’s great reserves
Day 1 - Nairobi
Jambo and Welcome to Nairobi! Relax overnight at the stunning Hemingways Nairobi. The 5-star Hemingways Nairobi is a boutique hotel that elevates the standard of luxury service for travelers. This plantation-style property is airy and spacious. Hemingways Nairobi is only a 40-minute drive away from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Accommodation: Hemingways Nairobi – Standard Room
Day 2 - Samburu
After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport in time for your scheduled flight to Samburu. Upon arrival at the local airstrip, you will be met by your local driver guide and with a short game drive enroute, transfer to your camp to arrive in time for lunch at the luxurious Sasaab Camp. The 5-star Sasaab Lodge is situated on a rocky ridge above the banks of the mighty Ewaso Nyiro River in north-central Kenya.
There are nine luxury rooms accommodating up to 18 guests in total at the lodge. Each room is designed to offer majestic views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the jagged peak of Mount Kenya. Its position on the river naturally facilitates watching the herds of elephant that come to bathe. The airy rooms with four poster beds, enormous, open-air bathrooms and private plunge pools, make for a completely invigorating experience.
Spend the afternoon discovering the unique wildlife of the reserve, which is famous for its elephants and lions. Return to the camp in time to relax before dinner.
Accommodation: Sasaab – Luxury Room (B, L, D)
Day 3 - Samburu
Sasaab is close to the Buffalo Springs National Reserves with an astounding number of animals from huge majestic elephant to lion, leopard and cheetah and the ‘Samburu Special Five’: the Beisa Oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope and Somali ostrich. Explore the area on a game drive.
Enjoy guided walks, bird watching, and stargazing or for the more adventurous take a game drive or spend a night or two in the further reaches of the conservation, sleeping under the stars – additional costs may apply.
While at Sasaab, you can visit the hospitable Samburu people, who are delighted to show you their traditions and way of life.
Accommodation: Sasaab – Luxury Room (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Maasai Mara
After breakfast this morning you will fly to the Maasai Mara and stay in one of two stunning luxury camps: Mahali Mazuri or Angama Mara.
Mahali Mazuri camp is located just north of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Gorgeous tented suites on raised platforms include a spacious bedroom, en-suite bathroom, sitting area and a large deck with views over the landscape - perfect for spotting the game that will almost certainly wander into view!
Angama Mara Accommodation
Angama Mara’s elegant and classical tented suites have floor-to-ceiling glass front. Each tent has the same breathtaking view and the sunrise provides you with early morning theatre as the hot air balloons float gently by. Highly polished parquet floors, distinctive splashes of Maasai red, vanity with double basins, separate toilet, ample charging points, tablet with guest information and Wi-Fi. There is a butler’s lobby allowing for the discreet delivery of early morning tea and coffee.
Later venture out on an evening game drive that will surely provide amazing close encounters with The Mara’s fantastic wildlife.
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Standard Tent OR Angama Mara - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Maasai Mara
In migration season witness the Great Migration as the camp is located right in the path of the annual migration. There is an abundance of resident game all year round which will provide excellent wildlife sightings on morning and evening game drives. A number of lion pride territories meet in the Motorogi Conservancy which can make for some interesting encounters.
You may also take a walking safari to encounter some of the smaller denizens of the bush or learn about animal tracking, a terrific experience which is not possible within the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Standard Tent OR Angama Mara - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Maasai Mara
When not game viewing, enjoy a cultural day trip to learn about the local Maasai tribe and their traditional pastoralist customs. For the adventurous soar over the area in a hot air balloon.
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Standard Tent OR Angama Mara - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Serengeti
Your once in a lifetime experience continues with a light aircraft flight and road transfer into Tanzania, and then another short flight to the Serengeti Game Reserve.
Serengeti Bushtops is an oasis of 5-star luxury within one of the world’s most magical settings. Gaze out over the stunning scenery of the Serengeti, located near the granite-studded hills of Wogakuri Kopjes in the farthest northern reaches of the Serengeti National Park. It is a secluded oasis of old-world luxury that blends in seamlessly with its pristine environment.
Serengeti Bushtops
Under Serengeti Bushtops canvas you will find the finest in luxury and twelve of the largest, most impressive ensuite tented rooms imaginable, looking over the Serengeti.
Each faces the sunset and is open on two sides, giving you an extraordinary panoramic view of nature’s living masterpiece. The light, sounds, smells and breath-taking visas of the Serengeti wilderness spill into open-air living and dining spaces.
Return from safari and watch the sun set from the comfort of your patio. The combination of safari adventure, first class facilities and blissful relaxation has delivered Serengeti Bushtops’ unwavering promise of wild luxury.
Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops Camp – Luxury Tent
Day 8 - Serengeti
Enjoy two game drives or a full day game drive, both on a shared basis, with a picnic lunch or a bush breakfast.
The great migration.
While on safari you are assured of a unique, thrilling safari experience.
You can explore the natural dramas of the Serengeti in 4×4 vehicles during morning, evening or full day game drives. This is a vast area, so you may not get to see all types of game but in general you could see wildebeest, zebra, a wide variety of gazelle, hippos, elephant, buffalo, mongoose and rock hyrax as well as the predators, lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena.
Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops Camp – Luxury Tent
Day 9 - Serengeti/Kilimanjaro/Depart
Bid farewell to an amazing experience as you fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your homebound flight.
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.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Maasai Village
A visit to a local Maasai village is always an interesting cultural experience as you meet this pastoral tribe and learn about their day-to-day lives.
Hot Air Balloon
Enhance your safari with a peaceful and scenic view over the Maasai Mara in a hot air balloon. Speak to your Africa Specialist for more information.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. Your Africa Specialist will be able to direct you to information regarding travel insurance.
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations.
Feb | Mar | Apr 1-22 | Jun 1-13 | Jun 14-30 | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct 1-13 | Oct 14-31 | Nov 1-14 | Dec 1-15 | |
Selling Price | $10799 | $10799 | $10799 | $12499 | $13999 | $13999 | $13999 | $13999 | $13999 | $11799 | $10499 | $10499 |
Single Supplement | $2400 | $2400 | $2400 | $3100 | $3700 | $3700 | $3700 | $3700 | $3400 | $2800 | $2400 | $2400 |
Feb | Mar | Apr 1-22 | Jun 1-13 | Jun 14-30 | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct 1-13 | Oct 14-31 | Nov 1-14 | Dec 1-15 | |
Selling Price | $10799 | $10799 | $10799 | $12499 | $13999 | $13999 | $13999 | $13999 | $13999 | $11799 | $10499 | $10499 |
Single Supplement | $2400 | $2400 | $2400 | $3100 | $3700 | $3700 | $3700 | $3700 | $3400 | $2800 | $2400 | $2400 |
Inclusions:
- Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary.
- Services of an English speaking driver-guide, game viewing drives.
- All meet and greet services.
- All arrival and departure transfers.
- Internal flights as indicated above: Wilson to Samburu, Samburu to Masai Mara, Masai Mara to Migori, Tarime to Sasakwa and Sasakwa to Kilimanjaro.
• Inclusions at Mahali Mzuri Camp:
• Inclusions at Singita Faru Faru:
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/or Medical Insurance