East African Explorer
 
A comprehensive 13-day safari in East Africa.

The safari departs Nairobi for the Masai Mara National Reserve.

After a stay at Lake Nukuru National Park, it heads south to Amboseli National Park and on into Tanzania. Here it visits Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater.

From Amboseli, the views of Mount Kilimanjaro's snowy peaks are unforgettable. This interesting safari explores the ultimate big-game areas of the Masaai heartlands in Kenya and Tanzania.

 
Duration :   13 days
Starts :  Nairobi 
Ends :  Nairobi 
Day of Departure :  Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays
Transport :  Safari Minibus 
Standard :  Midrange 
Rates from :  USD  3605 p.p.
 
 
 
Detailed Itinerary
 
Day 1: Set Off on Safari
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, board your scheduled road transfer to the Safari Park Hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend as you please.
Meals : BB
Accommodation : Safari Park Hotel

Day 2: Explore the Masai Mara
Tuck into a delicious breakfast and depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival, set off on a game drive in search of the park's magnificent wildlife.
Meals : FB
Accommodation : Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend another day in this renowned wildlife park and enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, returning to the Mara Sopa Lodge for lunch.

Depending on the time of year, you may have the good fortune to catch the wildebeest and zebra making their incredible annual migration.


Meals : FB
Accommodation : Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 4: See Thousands of Flamingo at Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, head for Lake Nakuru National Park - ready for some more game viewing. Keep an eye out for large herds of giraffe and antelope.

Sit down to lunch at the Lake Nakuru Lodge and marvel at the thousands of flamingo lining the lake's shores.


Meals : FB
Accommodation : Lake Nakuru Lodge

Day 5: Game Viewing in the Shadow of Kilimanjaro
After breakfast, set off for Amboseli National Park - stopping for lunch in Nairobi en route.

Amboseli is a compact reserve sheltered by mighty mount Kilimanjaro. Spend the rest of the day exploring the park. Of particular interest is the rich game found in an around the Amboseli forest and swamps.


Meals : FB
Accommodation : Amboseli Sopa Lodge

Day 6: Amboseli National Park
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, before continuing your exploration of the Amboseli National Park.
Meals : FB
Accommodation : Amboseli Sopa Lodge

Day 7: Travel to Lake Manyara
Sit down to an early breakfast before crossing the border into Tanzania.

From here it is a comfortable drive to Arusha, where you will stop for lunch before carrying on across the Masai Steppe to the Great Rift Valley and Lake Manyara National Park.


Meals : FB
Accommodation : Manyara Serena Lodge

Day 8: Lose Yourself in the Serengeti
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, and depart for the Serengeti National Park after lunch.

Embark on an afternoon safari in vast plains of the Serengeti. The services of an experienced guide greatly increases your chances of viewing big game here.


Meals : FB
Accommodation : Serengeti Sopa Lodge

Day 9: Serengeti National Park
Spend the morning on a game drive. Return to the lodge for lunch and a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, before continuing your exploration of the Serengeti.
Meals : FB
Accommodation : Serengeti Sopa Lodge

Day 10: A View of the Past at Olduvai Gorge
Set off for the Ngorongoro Crater, making a stop at Olduvai Gorge en route.

Sit down to a picnic lunch and admire the rich archaeological history showcased here, before arriving at the crater and checking in for the night.


Meals : FB
Accommodation : Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Day 11: Enter the Ngorongoro Crater
After this morning's breakfast, you can enjoy a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the world's largest wildlife zoo.

There is a permanent source of water in the crater which attracts a wide range of animals, making for some great game viewing. Follow up a picnic lunch with a fascinating afternoon visit to a Maasai village.


Meals : FB
Accommodation : Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Day 12: Discover Tarangire National Park
Depart for the Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for lunch and a siesta. The afternoon is spent on safari, before returning to the lodge for dinner.
Meals : FB
Accommodation : Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Day 13: Enjoy Dinner at the Carnivore
Leave Tarangire after breakfast and head for Arusha. Stop for lunch here, before continuing to Nairobi.

Dinner (own expense) at the famous Carnivore restaurant is followed by a transfer to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward travels.


Meals : BB
 


Rates & Terms
 
RATES PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS
 
Validity Period Per Person Sharing Single Room Supplement
12/27/2008 - 2/23/2009 USD  4436 U$ 791
2/24/2009 - 3/30/2009 USD  4164 U$ 694
3/31/2009 - 5/20/2009 USD  3605 U$ 60
5/21/2009 - 10/30/2009 USD  4457 U$ 791
10/31/2009 - 12/13/2009 USD  4184 U$ 694
12/14/2009 - 12/15/2009 USD  4457 U$ 791
 
Package Includes:

  • 1 night at Safari Park Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis
  • 2 nights at Mara Sopa Lodge on a full board basis
  • 1 night at Lake Nakuru Lodge on a full board basis
  • 2 nights at Amboseli Sopa Lodge on a full board basis
  • 1 night at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge on a full board basis
  • 2 nights at Serengeti Sopa Lodge on a full board basis
  • 2 nights at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge on a full board basis
  • 1 night at Tarangire Sopa Lodge on a half board basis
  • All transport and game drives in Kenya
  • All transport and game drives in Tanzania
  • The services of an English speaking driver-guide
  • 500 ml bottle of mineral water per person per day on game drives - excluding air safaris


Package Excludes:

  • International flights
  • Departure taxes
  • Visas
  • Driver/guide or local escort gratuities
  • Telephone bill, laundry & any items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance
  • Dinner at the Carnivore restaurant on Day 13


Notes:

  • Cancellation policy as per agent’s agreement or as per our printed Price Guide if no fixed contract is in place. Please request any further information on this if required.
  • We may have to re-route the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability.
  • Prices for domestic flights, airport taxes park fees or concession fees may be changed without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will be passed to you.