Golden East Africa Safari
13 days—Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Sernegeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
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$13000 USD
pp
Safari summary
The 13-day East Africa safari will take us through some of the most iconic wildlife destinations in the region. We will start in Nairobi and then visit Amboseli, Ol Pejeta, Maasai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Each location offers unique experiences, from the vast savannahs of Amboseli to the stunning wildlife in Maasai Mara and the breathtaking landscapes of Ngorongoro Crater. This safari promises an unforgettable adventure through the heart of East Africa's diverse and spectacular wildlife.
About this tour
Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Hot air balloons
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Internal flights
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Private vehicle and driver
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrival in Nairobi
As you disembark your flight from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you are met by our jovial driver guide, who will whisk you to your hotel in the heart of the capital city of Kenya, The Fairmont Norfolk Hotel. The hotel boasts of elegant rooms that will be the start of your journey through East Africa.
Fairmont The Norfolk
Full Day Excursions in Nairobi
Exploring Nairobi takes us to the Elephant Orphanage, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where we spend an hour learning about the orphaned elephants while they have a mud bath and are fed. Next on the agenda, we visit the Karen Blixen Museum which is a favorite for its historical impact and finally the National Museum for a cultural and historical experience. Our last stop is at the Giraffe Centre, where we get kisses from the residents. Later, we will head back to our hotel for a relaxing evening.
Fairmont The Norfolk
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli
After a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel, we drive to the Wilson Airport, to catch our flight to Amboseli National Park. The park is home to some of the oldest Tusker elephants strolling through the savannah majestically. Kibo Safari Camp will be our place of rest for the next two nights. Enjoy the ultimate Safari experience sleeping under canvas and waking up to breathtaking views of Mt Kilimanjaro – the comfortable sofa on the large verandah deck allows day-time chilling and relaxation.
Kibo Safari Camp
Amboseli National Park -Game Drives
Amboseli
Starting the safari in the morning hours is the best time as the big cats are on a mission to get the best breakfast. The predators are hunting during the early morning hours when the prey is most active.Mid morning hours are lazy hours for most of the wildlife as it the hottest time of the day. This is the best time to admire Mount Kilimanjaro and capture the memorable photographs. Enjoy more wildlife like the hippos, zebras, hyenas, impalas before going back to the camp for a delicious dinner.
Kibo Safari Camp
Laikipia
Laikipia Plateau
You will have breakfast at your camp and then be transferred to Amboseli Airstrip for your flight to Kamok Airstrip, Nanyuki. We will spend two nights in the Mutara Conservancy that borders the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Our accommodation will be at Mutara Camp which enjoys scenic views of raw, uninterrupted wilderness. Huge Herds of elephants and more iconic wildlife can be seen from your luxury tent balcony. Get ready for a memorable time.
Mutara Camp
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Laikipia Plateau
After breakfast, we will embark on game viewing experience in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the only other park in Kenya where you can see the big five. Expert guides will show you the right spots for game viewing, and take you through the Rhino Sanctuary, where all efforts are now geared towards the saving the species. You will traverse the golden savannas seeing exciting wildlife sightings.
Mutara Camp
Masai Mara Game Reserve
Masai Mara
Enjoy breakfast and then be transferred to the local airstrip for your flight to Maasai Mara. Maasai Mara Game Reserve is globally known for the wildlife experiences. Game viewing is superb through out the year because of high concentration of wildlife. From the African big five to the smaller wildlife, like gazelles, antelopes, warthogs, Maasai Mara is packed with exhilarating wildlife interactions.
Governor's Camp
Masai Mara Game Reserve
Masai Mara
Soar above the plains and take in the breathtaking views of Maasai Mara from above. (The hot air balloon safari is at an extra cost and is better to pre-book with your tour consultant while planning your safari). A full day in Maasai Mara Game Reserve promises to showcase the beauty of Maasai Mara. Enjoy the landscapes, the abundance of wildlife, capture amazing photographs of wildlife findings from the buffaloes fighting for their territory to the giraffes grazing lazily on the golden savannas.
Governor's Camp
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
The Serengeti National Park is one of the most famous national parks in the world, known for its annual wildebeest migration. It's a breathtaking spectacle to witness, but that is not all the park has to offer. The Serengeti is home to a diverse range of wildlife, from lionesses hunting gazelles to zebras following wildebeests. Your game drives through the park will surely be thrilling and unforgettable.
Ewanjan Tented Camp
Full Day Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
Your camp, Ewanjan Tented Camp, is located in the heart of the Serengeti and offers stunning views of the park. The lodge is situated next to a waterhole where you can observe buffaloes and elephants drinking water in the morning from the comfort of your balcony. Ewanjan Tented Camp, is a sanctuary in the wilderness where you can reenergize and restore while on your East African safari. It's the perfect place to relax after an exhilarating day of game drives and exploring the park.
Ewanjan Tented Camp
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
After having breakfast, we set off from Serengeti and proceed towards Ngorongoro Crater, with our flight landing at Lake Manyara Airstrip. We will then drive to our lodge, where we will relax before embarking on a full day crater tour the next day.
Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge
Full Day Crater Tour
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater is a wildlife sanctuary that boasts a wide range of fauna and flora. Whether it's bird watching or watching the giant elephants, lions, warthogs, buffaloes, or even rhinos, you can be assured of an incredible safari experience. The terrain is unique and it's hard to believe that such a place exists on earth. Once you arrive at the lookout point, you'll be treated to a breathtaking view of the entire Ngorongoro Crater. It's a sight that will be etched in your memory forever.
Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge
Depart
On Day 13, you'll get to savor the last moments of your unforgettable East Africa safari across Kenya and Tanzania. You will then be transferred to the airstrip for your flight back to Arusha and then onward to Nairobi, where you'll head back home with cherished memories of your amazing adventure.
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