East African Explorer

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure or join an optional excursion if you have arrived early in Nairobi.




Overnight in Nairobi

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a journey towards the lush highlands of Kenya, descending the rift escarpment on a road constructed by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. Along the way, you will encounter a delightful chapel situated at the base of the escarpment. Traverse the valley to Narok, passing by the remarkable Longonot earth satellite station, and continue through vast expanses of wheat and barley until you reach the Masai Mara just in time for lunch. Following your meal, venture out on your initial game drive, returning to the lodge as the sun gracefully sets.




Overnight in Masai Mara area

After enjoying an early breakfast, go on board a morning game drive, and return to the camp by mid-morning. Following lunch, you may choose to take a rest or indulge in a siesta before embarking on another game drive and a visit to the Masai Village. As the sun sets, make your way back to the lodge.




Overnight in Masai Mara area

Today after breakfast and bidding farewell to the Masai Mara, get on on a journey through the fertile heartland of Kenya, where extensive fields of wheat and barley adorn the landscape as you make your way northward to Narok, the administrative center of this Maasai land region. Traverse the expansive plains that grace the floor of the Rift Valley, reaching Lake Nakuru around midday. Upon entering the park, observe wildlife along the way as you proceed to the lodge. Following a satisfying lunch and a relaxing siesta, indulge in an afternoon game drive, returning to the lodge just as the sun begins to set. This renowned national park boasts a remarkable array of bird species, including the opportunity to witness the majestic sight of flamingoes. Moreover, it serves as a sanctuary for the remarkable Black and White rhinos, as well as the endangered Rothschild Giraffe.




Overnight in Lake Nakuru area

After an early breakfast continue to Lake Naivasha for a boat ride. Later, leaving the Rift Valley behind, proceed to Nairobi for an early lunch (or picnic lunch dependent on road conditions). Later head south towards Amboseli arriving at your lodge by late afternoon.




Overnight at Amboseli National Park area

In the morning, immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Amboseli with invigorating morning and afternoon game drives, embracing the untamed wilderness as the sun gracefully descends. Complete your day's journey by returning to the lodge, where tranquility awaits.




Overnight at Amboseli National Park area

After enjoying an early breakfast, take in the final breathtaking views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro before departing Amboseli. Your journey continues by road to the Namanga border, where you bid farewell to your Kenyan driver/guide and, possibly, some of your fellow travelers who will be returning to Nairobi. At the border, you will meet your Tanzanian transfer driver and embark on a road trip to Arusha, where you will have lunch (excluding drinks). In Arusha, you will also have the opportunity to meet other travelers joining the trip. From there, the adventure continues to Tarangire National Park. As soon as you enter the park gate, your exciting game viewing experience begins, leading you to the lodge. You will arrive in time for dinner and spend the night there.




Overnight in Tarangire National Park area

In the morning, start your day with a captivating game drive, followed by a delightful lunch at the lodge. Afterward, embark on a journey to Lake Manyara National Park, where you will reach your lodge situated atop the Rift Valley escarpment. Indulge in a delicious dinner and enjoy an overnight stay in this picturesque setting.




Overnight in Lake Manyara National Area

Start your day with a thrilling morning game drive at Lake Manyara National Park. Afterward, head back to the lodge for a delicious lunch. Embark on an exciting journey to Serengeti National Park, passing through the iconic Naabi Gate, which serves as the entrance to this magnificent park. Enjoy captivating game viewing along the way as you make your way to the lodge, where you'll arrive in time for a delectable dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.




Overnight in Serengeti National Park area

Today, enjoy breakfast followed by exhilarating morning and afternoon game drives through Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which has in recent times been declared a Worldwide Wonder. This fascinating site is undoubtedly one of the most famous wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Serengeti National Park is located approximately 320 kilometers to the northwest of Arusha, sitting in a high plateau between the Ngorongoro highlands and the Kenya-Tanzania border. The park almost stretches to Lake Victoria to the west, covering a total area of 14,763 square kilometers. Appropriately named the “endless plains” by the Maasai people, you will discover the immensity of the Serengeti as you enter the southeastern plains of the park.




Overnight in Serengeti National Park Area

Today, in the morning leave your lodge and enjoy game viewing while heading towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you will be provided with a picnic lunch box. Reach your lodge, situated on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, where you can spend the afternoon at your leisure. Dinner will be served, and you will stay overnight.




Overnight in Ngorongoro Area

After breakfast, you will embark on an early departure, descending to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for a captivating game drive in this extraordinary paradise. Spanning just 102 square miles and home to over 30,000 resident mammals, the chances of encountering all the big five are truly remarkable. A delightful picnic lunch box awaits you at a picturesque spot within the crater's floor. Later in the afternoon, you will ascend back to the crater rim and proceed to your lodge for a delectable dinner and an overnight stay.




Overnight in Ngorongoro Area

After breakfast, you will depart Ngorongoro and continue your journey northeast to Arusha. Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be provided lunch and transferred to the Kilimanjaro Airport to board your international departure flight home.  



*Departure flights should be booked after 11:00 PM.