Ultimate Kenya
and Tanzania
A luxury safari offering the "Best of the Best" in Kenya and Tanzania. Prepare to have your expectations exceeded!
Trip Details
Nairobi | Samburu Game Reserve | Maasai Mara | Serengeti
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
Experience
- Amazing wildlife sightings in open-vehicle safaris
- Enjoy evening sundowners as you watch a magical sunset
- 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 six" - unique game species of the north
Relax
- In a stunning spa as you gaze out over African savannahs.
- In an elegant and luxurious safari tent
Learn
- About conservation in Africa’s great reserves
PCR Testing – we can’t take the test for you, but we’ve got the where and how covered!
Most countries and airlines require proof of a negative Covid PCR test. As your safari experts, we know their requirements and will take care of scheduling tests during your travels in Kenya and Tanzania, so that it’s conveniently planned into your itinerary and taking into consideration that results take between 24-72 hours. Tests cost between $100 and $330 per person, per test including transport to the testing facility. Your Africa Specialist will give you more information as it relates to your itinerary.
Day 1 - Nairobi
On arrival at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be met by a Lion World Travel Representative and transferred to the 5 star Hemingways Nairobi Hotel.
The expansive rooms have an attentive butler to tend to every detail in your room. The view of The Green Hills of Africa, as described in Hemingway's novel are all around.
Accommodation: Hemingways Nairobi – Standard Room
Day 2 - Nairobi/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 the 5 star Sasaab Lodge, situated on a rocky ridge above the banks of the mighty Ewaso Nyiro River.
Each room offers views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the jagged peak of Mount Kenya. The airy rooms have open-air bathrooms and private plunge pools.
Spend the afternoon discovering the unique wildlife of the reserve, which is famous for its elephants and lions.
Accommodation: Sasaab Lodge – 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 Six’: the Beisa Oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope, Guenther's dik-dik and Somali ostrich.
Enjoy guided walks, bird-watching and stargazing.
While at Sasaab, you can visit hospitable Samburu people who are delighted to show you their traditions and way of life.
Accommodation: Sasaab Lodge – Luxury Room (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Samburu/Maasai Mara
After breakfast this morning you will fly to the Maasai Mara and stay in one of two stunning luxury camps: Mahali Mzuri or Angama Mara.
Mahali Mzuri 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’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.
Please Note: Luggage restrictions on the Kenya Tanzania light aircraft transfer flights is 15kg/33lbs in soft bags – including hand luggage.
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Standard Tent OR Angama Mara - 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 drives. In migration season witness the Great Migration as the camp is located right in the path of the annual migration.
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Standard Tent OR Angama Mara - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Maasai Mara
For the adventurous, soar over the area in a hot air balloon (additional cost).
Accommodation: Mahali Mzuri - Standard Tent OR Angama Mara - Tented Suite (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Maasai Mara/Serengeti
Take a light aircraft flight from the Maasai Mara to Nairobi to connect to Kilimanjaro and on to the 5 star Serengeti Bushtops.
Gaze out over the stunning scenery of the Serengeti from your tented room. Each faces the sunset and is open on two sides, giving you extraordinary panoramic views of nature's living masterpiece.
The combination of safari adventure, first class facilities and wild luxury is what you should expect at Serengeti Bushtops.
Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops Camp – Luxury Tent (B, L, D)
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.
This area is vast and 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 (B, L, D)
Day 9 - Serengeti/Kilimanjaro/Depart
Bid farewell to an amazing experience as you fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your homebound 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.
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 Serengeti in a hot air balloon.
Contact one of our Lion World Travel Africa specialist will advise you on additional costs for these extra activities.
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.
Contact us for 2023 rates.
| Jan 10 - Apr 13 | Jun | Jul-Sep | Oct | Nov 1-15 | Dec 1-15 | |
| Selling Price | $13200 | $15600 | $19300 | $15600 | $13200 | $13200 |
| Jan 10 - Apr 13 | Jun 1-15 | Jun 16 - Oct | Nov 1-15 | Dec 1-15 | |
| Selling Price | $12200 | $14600 | $16900 | $12200 | $12200 |
Inclusions:
- 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.
- All meet and greet services.
- All arrival and departure transfers.
- Internal flights: Wilson to Samburu, Samburu to Masai Mara, Masai Mara to Wilson, Wilson to Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro to Kogatende and Kogatende to Kilimanjaro.
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, Trip Interruption and Medical Insurance are required for the entire duration of your travels – 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 sufficient insurance coverage.
Baggage
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Travel Testimonial
"To say that the trip was a once in a lifetime, would be an understatement. The tour companies and lodges that were provided, were at least five star. All amenities and personnel were outstanding. Every detail was taken care of for us. All we had to do is show up and enjoy the nature show."
