East Africa Safari & Coast
Kenya
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through East Africa, starting in Nairobi, Kenya. Explore some of the continent's most renowned destinations, such as the Masai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Experience multiple game drives to spot the Big Five and other majestic animals. Marvel at the vastness of Africa's biggest lake and immerse yourself in the culture of the Maasai and Hadzabe tribes. Learn about their ancient customs and modern ways of life from their wise elders.
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From 17/01/2025 to 06/01/2027
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What's included
Meet Maasai warriors and experience Kenya's tribal life at an afternoon village visit in Loita Hills and with a Hadzabe community in Tanzania to see how their ancient culture exists today.
Venture into the incredible Masai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game drive in 4WDs.
Explore the Serengeti National Park in depth, with two early morning and two late afternoon game drives through this spectacular wildlife arena.
Take a mind-blowing safari across the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater with local guides in an open-roof 4WD for a chance to see the endangered black rhinoceros.
Snorkel with tropical fish on a dhow cruise in the transparent waters of northern Zanzibar.
Breakfasts Included: 8.
Lunches Included: 8.
Dinners Included: 7.
Hotel (5 nights),Lodge (1 night),Permanent Tented Basic Lodge (2 nights),Permanent Tented Camp (2 nights),Beach Cottage (2 nights).
4WD Open Safari Vehicle,Private Vehicle,Plane.
Age: min 15.
Group Size: 1 - 16.
Loita Hills - Maasai Village Visit.
Masai Mara National Reserve - Full Day 4WD Safari.
Serengeti National Park - 4WD Safari.
Serengeti National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari.
Serengeti National Park - Morning 4WD Safari.
Ngorongoro Crater - 4x4 Game Drive.
Lake Eyasi - Hadzabe Bushmen Visit.
Lake Eyasi - Soda Lake.
Zanzibar - Snorkelling.
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Itinerary
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1 - Nairobi Karibu! Welcome to Kenya. Your adventure begins in Nairobi - Kenya's capital - with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you'll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, maybe head out and explore the National Museum of Kenya, the Karen Blixen Museum or the highly recommended Bomas of Kenya, where traditional homesteads of several Kenyan tribes are displayed in an outdoor village. When you've met your new travel buds, why not join the group for an optional group dinner and get to know each other better.
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2 - Masai Mara National Reserve Transfer from Nairobi to the famous Masai Mara - one of the best game reserves in Africa. On the way, you'll stop in Loita Hills - a remote region home to the traditional Maasai people. This is one of the key places where the Maasai people still practice their traditional way of life, with little influence from the Western world. Visit the Tepesua Village, known for championing Maasai women's health and education. Maasai Warriors will welcome you here by way of traditional song and dance. Meet your hosts and attend a talk full of insights into this remarkable and ancient culture. Take a walk to the community village, which was founded for widows who can never remarry and lost their cows due to drought. The village offers support, safety and economic growth through the Tepesua Widows Income Project. Here, the women make handicrafts and sew handbags using sustainable materials as well as washable sanitary pads and backpacks to sell to visitors and locals. Learn about village life and be shown around a traditional Maasai home and its cattle enclosures. Continue to the outskirts of the Masai Mara, where your permanent tented camp can be found.
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3 - Masai Mara National Reserve This morning, you have the option to take part in a hot air balloon ride and bush breakfast, giving you a rare chance to see the open plains at sunrise, teeming with wildlife. After, explore the Masai Mara in 4WD safari vehicles with game drives in the morning and the afternoon today to give you the best chance to spot the Big Five. This is the quintessential African experience, and with sparse open plains and some of the world's most impressive animals, you won't soon forget this one. Keep your eyes peeled for wildebeest, lions, leopards, antelope and giraffes along the way.
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4 - Lake Victoria Get ready for a long travel day as you journey toward the Kenya-Tanzania border and make your way to the magnificent Lake Victoria. This vast lake is the main source of the Nile, the longest river in the world, and spans the shores of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. On arrival, unwind with a lakeside dinner while you ponder the magnitude of the world's largest tropical lake.
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5 - Serengeti National Park Enjoy a relaxed morning, taking in the magnificent views of Lake Victoria in the morning light. Before hitting the highway, stock up at the local market and grab cash from the ATM, as the next three days will be spent in the wild. Travel to Serengeti National Park, renowned for its incredible wildlife and vast, open landscapes. After passing through the park gate, experience the greatest commute possible as we slowly make our way to our permanent tented campsite via the 'scenic safari route.' Along the way, stop to take photos of the abundant wildlife and stunning views. Tonight, you'll have a true African safari experience - camping in an unfenced site right in the heart of the Serengeti. After dinner, gather around the campfire to share stories then fall asleep to the sounds of the wild.
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6 - Serengeti National Park Wake to another glorious day in the Serengeti National Park. Start the day with an early morning 4WD safari to spot the wildlife when they're at their most active. Then, return to the camp for a relaxed brunch. Spend the hottest part of the day chilling out at camp - don't stress, the animals will do the same! This afternoon, head off again for another drive through the park. Return to the campsite for dinner and another night under the Serengeti's stars.
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7 - Karatu Enjoy a final game drive through the Serengeti National Park this morning as you exit your camp inside the park and make your way to the park gate. From here, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation area, where you'll hop in the park's 4WD jeeps and descend to the crater floor. The jeeps have an open roof, and the animals here are less wary of humans and vehicles, which makes watching them up close easier. Take in the spectacular views from the crater's rim as you make your way to the bottom, where animals roam the lakes, rivers, woodlands and hills. Keep an eye out for wildebeest, lion, zebra, cheetah, buffalo, gazelle, endangered black rhino and the colourfully dressed Maasai people who often water their cattle at the lake here. This afternoon, leave the Ngorongoro Crater and drive to Karatu - a small town on its outskirts and your base for the next two nights.
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8 - Karatu After breakfast this morning, you'll make your way to Lake Eyasi - a huge seasonal soda lake. Lake Eyasi has been home to the Hadzabe people for more than 10,000 years and is one of the few places in Africa where traditional tribal life continues without modern influence. Today's visit to the Hadzabe lands offers incredible insight into this ancient culture and a chance to learn about their way of life. You'll be able to meet community members and join in on daily activities like hunting, gathering and traditional dance. You'll also learn about their unique 'click' language, which is thought to be one of the oldest languages still in use today. Return to your lodge in Karatu later in the day to put your feet up and relax.
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9 - Arusha Today is a free day to relax or choose from the various optional activities available from your base in Karatu. You might like to head to a local coffee plantation or take a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. Maybe opt for a hike through the Ngorongoro Reserve Forest to Elephant Caves accompanied by an expert local guide and armed ranger. This is the perfect way to stretch your legs after a few days of travel. You'll hike through the Ngorongoro rainforest as your local guide explains the ins and outs of the area and points out interesting animal tracks and footprints. Marvel at the wild landscape and spot the varied birdlife as you walk. In the afternoon, you'll head to Arusha, where you spend your last night.
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10 - Stone Town This morning, bid farewell to your crew, transfer to Arusha Airport and take an included flight to Stone Town, Zanzibar. You'll be unescorted for the rest of the trip, however, local representatives will be on hand to look after you. Zanzibar is an archipelagic gem filled with idyllic beaches, vibrant markets and a varied history. This is a place rooted in slavery, where Arabian sultans once lived, and Swahili and Islamic influences blend together to create an island paradise. Why not throw yourself into the midst of Stone Town's maze of narrow streets on a self-guided walk or head to one of the bars on the seafront and soak up the salty air with a cocktail. If you would like to hear more about Stone Town and the island's history, a local representative can organise an afternoon tour.
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11 - Nungwi Venture out of Stone Town this morning and drive to the spice plantations for your optional guided tour, or head directly to the pristine northern beaches. If you choose to explore the spice plantations, you'll learn all about the history of this town's renowned spice trade. Take the opportunity to touch, smell and taste various spices - such as cinnamon, vanilla and ginger - then sample some delicious teas! After lunch, head to the northern beaches, where white sands and sparkling blue seas await for an afternoon of leisure.
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12 - Nungwi Wake up in paradise and perhaps take the opportunity walk along the coast before a beachside breakfast. Today, you'll have an included dhow cruise and snorkelling trip in the transparent waters among the tropical fish. The late afternoon is free to dine on freshly caught seafood or to simply relax in a hammock underneath a coconut tree with a good book.
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13 - Nungwi Your trip comes to an end today. Please advise your booking agent at the time of booking if you need help with transfers to Stone Town Airport or the Ferry terminal. If you'd like to spend more time in this island paradise, post trip accommodation can also be pre-booked at your beach resort or in Stone Town.
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