15 Day / 14 Night East Africa Tented Safari & Zanzibar
HIGHLIGHTS:
Nairobi – Masai Mara National Park – Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater – Tarangire National Park – Zanzibar
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN NAIROBI
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the 5-star hotel Boma Hotel. Dinner (not included) can be taken at the hotel or at any of the cities many restaurants.
DAY 2: NAIROBI TO MASAI MARA (Distance 270km / 5 hours)
Leaving the lodge after breakfast, continue up the floor of Rift to arrive in the famous Masai Mara National Reserve, and at the Entim Mara Camp in time for a late lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy your first game-drive in the Mara. World renowned for the breathtaking spectacle of ‘the greatest wildlife shows on earth’, the awe inspiring annual migration of the wildebeest, the Mara is Kenya’s most visited protected area.
Technically an extension of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park, the Mara constitutes only 4% of the entire Serengeti ecosystem but its rolling grasslands, meandering rivers and towering escarpments offer one of the world’s most rewarding and evocative wildlife arenas. Returning to the camp, enjoy some relaxation on your private veranda, sundowners and dinner in the central restaurant.
About the Mara
When it comes to game-viewing, there is nowhere in Africa richer in wildlife or more eventful in encounters than the Mara. A pristine wilderness of haunting beauty, it promises its visitors a profusion of wildlife, prolific bird life and the unprecedented opportunity of catching up with all the members of the ‘Big Five’ in one morning.
DAY 3: ON SAFARI IN THE MARA
Spend all day on safari in the reserve with morning and afternoon game drives and breakfast, lunch and dinner at the camp. When it comes to game-viewing, there is nowhere in Africa richer in wildlife or more eventful in encounters than the Mara. A pristine wilderness of haunting beauty, it promises its visitors a profusion of wildlife, prolific bird life and the unprecedented opportunity of catching up with all the members of the ‘Big Five’ in one morning. All meals and overnight at Entim Mara Camp
DAY 4: ON SAFARI IN THE MARA
You have yet another exciting day in Masai Mara enjoying morning and afternoon game drives, all meals and overnight at Entim Mara Camp
DAY 5: THE MARA TO SERENGETI (Distance/drive time: 250km / 5 hours)
After breakfast transfer to the local airstrip in Masai Mara for a scheduled Airkenya Flight to Serengeti Seronera Airstrip via Migori and Tarime Airstrips near the border of Kenya and Tanzania respectively. The flight which departs Masai Mara approximately 0910hours is half an hour to Migori Airstrip where upon arrival you are put on a road transfer across the border for immigrations and custom procedures, then on to Tarime Airstrip to connect to Tanzanian domestic flight departing 1030hours to arrive approximately 1105hours in Serengeti National Park and to Angata Serengeti camp,
which is ideally located for safari game drives as well as optional activities such as balloon safaris, guided walks etc. Lunch and afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at the camp
About the Serengeti
Covering 14,763 sq km of endlessly rolling savannah plains, the Serengeti is Tanzania’s first-established, largest and most famous park wherein tens of thousands of hoofed animals roam in a constant and unremitting search for the fresh grasslands upon which their survival depends.
DAY 6: ON SAFARI IN THE SERENGETI
With a full day on safari (morning and afternoon game drives included) your options are wide. The Serengeti, whose Maasai name ‘Siringet’ translates as ‘the endless plains’, offers unparalleled ornithological opportunities and an unrivalled natural arena wherein the glory and harmony of nature can be appreciated as nowhere else on earth. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at Angata Serengeti Camp.
DAY 7: ON SAFARI IN THE SERENGETI
You have yet another exciting day in The Serengeti enjoying morning and afternoon game drives Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at Angata Serengeti Camp.
DAY 8: TO THE NGORONGORO CRATER VIA OLDUVAI GORGE (Distance/drive time: 145 km / 3 hours)
After breakfast, leave the Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area via Olduvai Gorge the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ and site of one of the most important and controversial Palaeolithic finds in recent history. After lunch at the site, continue leisurely to Ngorongoro Crater onto your overnight camp; arrive at the Angata Ngorongoro Camp. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the camp
About the crater
Often referred to as ‘the eighth wonder of the world’ the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s best-known wildlife arenas. A World Heritage Site, it is also one of the largest volcanic craters in the world (almost 20 kilometres wide, 610-760 metres deep and covering a total area of 264 square kilometres). An utterly unique biosphere, the Crater harbours grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a fresh water lake and a glorious variety of birdlife, all enclosed within its towering walls. Due to its high concentration of wildlife, close-range viewing opportunities and striking scenery it is also Tanzania’s most visited destination.
DAY 9: MORNING TOUR OF NGORONGORO CRATER, AFTERNOON ROAD TRANSFER TO MARAMBOI CAMP (Tarangire)(Distance/drive time: 150 km / 2½ hours)
In the morning after breakfast descend for half day game drive in the crater.
Often referred to as ‘the eighth wonder of the world’ the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s best-known wildlife arenas. A World Heritage Site, it is also one of the largest volcanic craters in the world (almost 20 kilometres wide, 610-760 metres deep and covering a total area of 264 square kilometres). An utterly unique biosphere, the Crater harbours grasslands, swamps, forests, saltpans, a fresh water lake and a glorious variety of birdlife, all enclosed within its towering walls. Due to its high concentration of wildlife, close-range viewing opportunities and striking scenery it is also Tanzania’s most visited destination. After Crater Tour drive to Tarangire to arrive in the late afternoon for check in, dinner and overnight at Maramboi Tented Camp
DAY 10: ON SAFARI IN TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Spend a full day on safari in Tarangire National Park with full day game drives.
Breakfast, lunch (picnic style) and dinner at the camp.
DAY 11: ARUSHA TO ZANZIBAR (Distance/drive time (to Arusha): 150 km / 2.5 hours)
After breakfast, drive to Arusha where lunch will be served in a local restaurant. Transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight (cost not included in this package) to
Zanzibar. Upon arrival you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Ocean Paradise Resort,which offers crystal blue waters, a wide selection of dining
experiences (breakfast and dinner are provided in your package), extensive sports, and a wide range of cultural entertainment (some or all of which may be charged additionally).
DAY 12, 13 & 14 ON THE ‘SPICE ISLE’ OF ZANZIBAR
Three days of leisure in Zanzibar, where activities at the hotel include (some are charged) swimming, snorkelling, sea kayaking, diving, water sports, dhow trips and nature trails plus visits to a dhow workshop and the brooding caverns of the Mangapwani Slave Caves where slaves were hidden after the abolishment of slavery
made their shipment illegal. Other places of interest in Stone Town and around are: the Portuguese Fort, the Sultan’s Palace, the old Dhow Port, the Old Slave Market, the House of Wonders, the Old Dispensary, the home of the slaver, Tippu-Tip, the Livingstone House, The Hamamni Bath, The National Museum, The Chukwani Palace,
The Jozani Forest – the last red colobus monkey sanctuary, The Mtoni Palace ruins, The Maruhubi Palace ruins and the Persian Baths of Kidichi. Breakfast and dinner only (lunch not provided) are provided at the resort.
DAY 15: DEPART
After breakfast, depart to Zanzibar airport to connect to your onward flight.
GROUP SIZE: 2–12 clients
ACCOMMODATION: All accommodation is chosen for its unique location and scenic beauty. All offer en-suite facilities and full bedding in Luxury tented camps and beach resort
MEALS: All meals are included as per itinerary
TRANSPORTATION: A 6 seater 4×4 Landcruiser in Kenya & Tanzania
STAFF: One dedicated professional driver / guide. He is selected for his experience of the African bush, thus ensuring your travel experience is enjoyable and successful.
Detailed information on the history of the area, fauna and flora is given to participants during the safari. The safaris are conducted in English.
