Ultimate Kenya and Tanzania 2019

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!