Embark on a captivating seven-day expedition through the diverse landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania. You'll immerse yourself in the unique beauty of the Masai Mara, experience the incomparable Serengeti, and culminate your journey in the surreal splendor of Ngorongoro. This tour promises an unforgettable exploration of nature's unparalleled wonders.
Upon arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) you will be met by Signature Safaris’ representative and drive you to your accommodation in Nairobi for overnight stay waiting for your adventures to start on the following day.
Destination: Nairobi City
Accommodation: Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi
Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast
Depart early in the morning for the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of the last places on Earth where wildlife thrives in numbers reminiscent of the historic plains and forests of Africa. As the northern extension of the expansive Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara is famed for the spectacular seasonal migration of thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and their predators. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive.
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Meal plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
After breakfast, we embark on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch provided. The reserve is renowned for its black-maned lions and abundant resident wildlife, and it's one of the few places where you can spot the Big Five during a morning game drive. Many cheetahs in the reserve are so accustomed to vehicles that they often seek shade beneath them and occasionally climb onto the roofs for a better view of potential prey. Bird enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that almost 500 species have been recorded here, including 16 species of eagles, numerous hawks and falcons, 6 species of vultures, 8 species of storks, 4 species of bustards (including the Kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird), and 9 species of sunbirds.
Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Meal plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
We'll begin the day with a dawn game drive in the Masai Mara, immersing ourselves in the rich wildlife of the National Reserve. After an exhilarating safari, we'll journey towards the Isibania border. Upon arrival, we'll complete the necessary border formalities before settling in for the night at Borderpoint Lodge, ensuring a restful end to our adventurous day. This combination of early wildlife encounters and cross-border travel promises an exciting and varied experience, showcasing the natural beauty and cultural transitions of the region.
Destination: Isebania Border
Accommodation: Border Point Lodge
Meal plan: Full Board (B, L & D)
After breakfast, we'll depart for Serengeti National Park. As we make our way to our accommodation, we'll enjoy an en route game drive, immersing ourselves in the park's breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. This drive offers the perfect opportunity to spot iconic animals such as lions, elephants, and giraffes in their natural habitat. The combination of early morning nourishment and an engaging safari promises an exciting and memorable day, culminating in a comfortable stay at our chosen lodge within the Serengeti. This adventure seamlessly blends exploration and relaxation amidst one of Africa's most renowned wildlife sanctuaries.
Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Camps
Meal plan: Full Board (B, L & D)
You'll enjoy a full day of exploration in the Serengeti with a flexible
schedule and unrestricted mileage. As you ascend the hillside, a
breathtaking panorama unfolds, revealing the vast expanse of the Serengeti.
The name Serengeti, derived from Kiswahili, translates to "endless plains."
Covering 6,900 square miles (18,000 square km), this park is home to over 2
million large animals, including more than a million wildebeest, hundreds of
thousands of plains zebras, and Thomson's gazelles. The abundance of prey
attracts large predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, who follow the
migratory patterns across the park. Numerous smaller creatures, such as rock
hyraxes, bat-eared foxes, mongooses, honey badgers, jackals, monkeys,
baboons, and African hares, coexist in this diverse ecosystem. The area also
hosts nearly 500 species of birds.
You'll conclude the day with an afternoon game drive en route to the
campsite, where dinner and an overnight stay await you.
Destination: Serengeti central
Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Camps
Meal plan: Full Board (B, L & D)
Today you will depart early after your delicious breakfast to Ngorongoro
crater with a game drive en-route. The Ngorongoro Crater is a breathtakingly
beautiful setting and the best place in East Africa to see the Big Five. It
is one of the most beautiful natural wildlife safari sites in the world and
an exceptional place to interact with people from the Maasai tribe.On
reaching the crater’s edge, the 20 km diameter caldera opens up before you
in all its stunning glory and you will descend into the crater on an
adventurous trail. This World Heritage Site is seasonally home to over
25,000 animals in including a wide range of birds’ species, hyenas and the
endangered black rhino. Hot Lunch will be served at a picnic spot at the
hippo pool and after that you will continue to explore the crater.
After exploration you will ascend the crater and drive straight to your
accommodation in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Destination: Ngorongoro crater
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meal plan: Full Board (B, L & D)
Early morning after breakfast, you will drive from Karatu to Arusha airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport to catch your flight to the next destination.
Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch
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