12 Day Deluxe Kenya & Tanzania 2017 Itinerary

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Small Group Tour
1 Nairobi, 2 Mount Kenya, 3 Masai Mara National Reserve, 2 Serengeti National Park, 2 Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, known for rescuing orphaned baby elephants for rehabilitation and reintegration into the wild At the Karen Blixen Museum, see the farmhouse where the author of Out of Africa once lived Game drive in the unspoiled Ol Pejeta Conservancy, renowned as a refuge for black rhinos Participate in an Equator Crossing Ceremony with jumping Maasai dancers Visit Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a refuge for orphaned and abused chimps Exploration of the astonishing Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa's greatest wildlife reserves Experience Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s “Seven Wonders” Game viewing in the Ngorongoro Crater, home to the highest density of big game in Africa

What's this trip about?

    1 Nairobi, 2 Mount Kenya, 3 Masai Mara National Reserve, 2 Serengeti National Park, 2 Ngorongoro Conservation Area

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
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End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Kenya

Attractions

  • Arusha
  • Nairobi
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Serengeti National Park

Activities

  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Nairobi, Kilimanjaro-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights*: Mount Kenya-Masai Mara, Masai Mara-Migori, Tarime-Serengeti 10 nights accommodations in well-located Luxury Hotels and Tented Camps
    • 1 night Villa Rosa Kempinski, Nairobi 2 nights Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, Mount Kenya 3 nights Fairmont Mara Safari Club, Masai Mara National Reserve 2 nights Four Seasons Safari Lodge, Serengeti National Park 2 nights Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Conservation Area All transfers Maximum 24 passengers per tour 29 meals: 10 breakfasts, 10 lunches with soft drinks, 9 dinners with wine Welcome and Farewell receptions Comprehensive sightseeing with all entrance fees per itinerary Tour manager throughout plus driver-guides for all sightseeing and game drives All transfers and sightseeing per itinerary in modern 4x4 vehicles
    • Hotel porterage, tips for restaurant staff and driver-guides National Park Fees *Light aircraft (11 – 26 seat planes) are used for intra-flights.

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All of your needs are met on this luxury tour of Kenya & Tanzania. Enjoying the company of no more than twenty-four passengers per group, tour participants travel in comfort and style. Travelers are accompanied by a professional tour manager who will introduce you to pristine Kenya & Tanzania as you explore the grasslands of the Masai Mara, traverse the plains of the world-famous Serengeti and experience the unique environment of the Ngorongoro Crater. At the end of each day you’ll retire to hotels chosen for their comfort as well as location. Welcome to Kenya & Tanzania with Signature Collection.

DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for Kenya
Depart on your flight to Nairobi, Kenya

DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Nairobi
Jambo! Welcome to Kenya! Arrive in Nairobi, the country’s modern and cosmopolitan capital city; transfer to your hotel. Time to rest and relax Overnight: Villa Rosa Kempinski, Nairobi

DAY 3, Tuesday – Elephant Orphanage, Karen Blixen Museum, Mount Kenya
The day begins at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, dedicated to rescuing and raising orphan elephants for eventual reintegration into the wild. Born from one family’s passion for Kenya and its wilderness, this is the most successful orphan elephant rescue and rehabili...
DAY 4, Wednesday - Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Endangered White Rhinos
Awake this morning to breathless views of Mount Kenya. An extraordinary day follows in the unspoiled wilderness of the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a pioneer of conservation projects and the largest black rhino sanctuary in east Africa. On the game drive, view the rich diversi...
DAY 5, Thursday - Masai Mara National Reserve
From the local airstrip, a light aircraft transports us to the Masai Mara National Reserve, a region bestowed with over 500 square miles of savannas, woodlands, and rivers. Arrive at the superb Fairmont Mara Safari Club, a luxury tented camp surrounded on three sides by ...
DAY 6, Friday - Masai Mara National Reserve
Dreamlike Masai Mara, with its open grasslands and spectacular vistas, was the setting for the popular film Out of Africa. We have two unforgettable game drives today in this astonishing land where Maasai communities coexist with wildlife. Return to the lodge with time b...
DAY 7, Saturday - Masai Mara National Reserve, Aitong Hills, Bush Dinner
A full day on safari with morning and afternoon game drives in this rich wildlife viewing area, home to the largest population of lions in Kenya. Between drives, return to the tented camp for a relaxing lunch and time to cool off from the day, or just nap under the shade...
DAY 8, Sunday - Tanzania, Serengeti National Park
We transfer to the airstrip for our flight to the Tanzanian border; after border crossing formalities, a flight to the heart of Serengeti National Park, recently proclaimed one of the world’s “Seven Wonders.” Famous for its annual wildebeest migration, the Serengeti offe...
DAY 9, Monday - Hot Air Balloon Ride, Serengeti National Park
An early morning hot air balloon ride begins the day. Arise before dawn to embark on a colorful hot air balloon that drifts peacefully over the Serengeti plains as the sun rises. View the diverse wildlife from this incredible bird’s-eye view. A delightful champagne break...
DAY 10, Tuesday - Olduvai Gorge Museum, Ngorongoro Crater, Maasai Cultural Experience
Today we drive through Serengeti National Park to the striking Ngorongoro area, stopping en route at the remarkable Olduvai Gorge Museum to view the displays of fossils that provide significant evidence of our ancestors almost four million years ago. The extraordinary Ng...
DAY 11, Wednesday - Ngorongoro Crater, a “Garden of Eden”
The Ngorongoro Crater is a unique biosphere that has remained virtually unchanged since its formation. Today, descend into this primeval paradise of woodland, lake, river, swamp and plains that shelters more than 20,000 animals. Many of these are the large grazing animal...
DAY 12, Thursday - Depart Tanzania
This morning, drive to Arusha. Enjoy lunch together at the Arusha Coffee Lodge. This afternoon, take an excursion to the Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre, known for its outstanding art gallery and local handicrafts, or simply relax and enjoy the amenities at the lodge before transferring to the Kilimanjaro airport for your departure flight Day Room: Arusha Coffee Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Last Updated: 9/9/2017

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Additional Information: Passengers should select international flights from Kilimanjaro that depart no earlier than 4:30 pm on Day 12.

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