DAY 1: EKA HOTEL, NAIROBI
Nairobi
Situated in along the Nairobi River in beautiful Kenya, the capital of Nairobi is East Africa’s most cosmopolitan city. It serves as an excellent starting point for African safari trips around Kenya. Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest city and is a vibrant and exciting place, and although it has developed a reputation which keeps tourist visits brief, there are some fascinating attractions: its cafe culture, unbridled nightlife, the National Museum, the Karen Blixen Museum,Giraffe Centre and most notably just 20 minutes from the city centre wild lions and buffalo roam in the world’s only urban game reserve. Make sure you pay a visit to the Elephant orphanage operated by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Day Itinerary
On arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta Airport, you will be met by a AMA Safaris representative. You will be transferred to your city hotel arriving in time for check in. Overnight at Eka Hotel Superior Room (BB)
Overnight: Eka Hotel
Welcome to Eka, a contemporary style hotel that provides all the comfort, convenience and efficiency to the discerning traveler. Ideally located along Mombasa road in Nairobi the capital city of Kenya, Eka Hotel has five meeting rooms designed to suit every occasion, complimented with stylish accommodation offering the best choice venue for your Business and Leisure stay.
The hotel is situated with convenient access to all the city’s tourist attractions such as; Nairobi National Park, Karen Blixen Museum, National Museum, Bomas of Kenya and The Giraffe Center among others.
In addition, there is easy access to all key Government offices, corporate firms, diplomatic missions and industries. It also has easy reach to the city’s main attractions, eateries and entertainment venues.
The hotel has 167 rooms offering superior rooms, executive suites and special needs rooms. Each Eka Hotel room is air-conditioned and equipped with
Basis
Bed and Breakfast
DAY 2: OL TUKAI LODGE, AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Amboseli National Park
Located in the southern reaches of Kenya, the Amboseli National Park is renowned for its excellent variety of wildlife such as Masaai giraffe, elephant, lion and cheetah and not surprisingly it is one of Kenya’s most popular parks. The landscape of Amboseli is dominated by the majestic snow cap of Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as open plains, acacia woodland, swamps and the massif of Ol Doinyo Orok. The birding is excellent, especially closer to the lakes and swamps. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to large herds of elephants among other wildlife species. Other attractions of the park include opportunities to meet the Maasai people and soak up spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world.
Day Itinerary
Today after breakfast, drive to Amboseli National park to arrive in time for Lunch at the Lodge, afternoon game drive view in the park until sun set, Overnight at Ol tukai Lodge Std (FB).
Overnight: Ol Tukai Lodge
Ol Tukai Lodge is one of the best spots in the world to watch elephants with the backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. Writers have described Ol Tukai and the surrounding Amboseli National Park as ‘a home for the gods’. A place of rugged beauty, abundant water, lush green grass and forest, set like an oasis in the surrounding savannah shrubland. To crown it all, this is where you get one of the world’s most awe-inspiring sights – dawn breaks and the sunsets over the 19,000-foot snow-capped dome of Africa’s highest mountain!
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 3: OL TUKAI LODGE, AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Day Itinerary
Full day in Amboseli National park with scheduled morning and late afternoon game drives in the park. Overnight at Ol tukai Lodge Std (FB)
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 4: TARANGIRE SOPA LODGE, TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Tarangire National Park
Tarangire National Park, situated within Tanzania’s spectacular Manyara Region, is an awe-inspiring national park comprising of granite ridges, river valleys, mixed vegetative landscapes, and free-roaming wildlife. During the annual dry season the Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife. Large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest and eland gather and not surprisingly the predators follow. With lion being among the most commonly spotted animal, it is a rare day that a visitor does not spot this majestic animal prowling or grazing. Tarangire is also the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope such as oryx and gerenuk are seen regularly. This expansive area is also known for its spectacular baobab trees, its breathtaking views of the Masaai Steppe and the wondrous mountains to the south.
Day Itinerary
After breakfast at the lodge followed by check out. Drive to Namanga common border post . Clear customs and immigration then change vehicles and continue to Arusha town for Lunch at a local restaurant. Later continue to Tarangire National Park, on arrival proceed for an evening game drive in park enroute to the lodge. Arrive at your lodge late in the evening for check in at Tarangire Sopa Lodge Std (FB)
Overnight: Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Tarangire National Park is one of Tanzania’s best-kept secrets. Close to the town of Arusha and hosting Tanzania’s highest concentration of elephant population in Africa, perhaps than anywhere else in the world. It has a horizon dominated by the magnificent baobab trees, Legend says that baobab tree once angered God and it was thrown to earth and planted upside down. The trees are known to live for hundreds of year, some say thousands of years.
Tarangire sopa Lodge has 75 large and airy rooms, accommodating 150 guests. Built to blend with the vastness of its surroundings, the Lodge nestles amongst the rocky outcrops in the north-east of the park. As the Lodge is one of only a handful in this park, visitors are often rewarded with an exclusive feel to their safari. Each of the suites has its own private lounge with mini-bar, en-suite bathroom, large bedroom with 2 queen size beds and a balcony. The Lodge has telephone facilities, satellite TV, a conference room and a uniquely-designed swimming pool with a central island.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 5: EMBALAKAI CAMP, SERONERA, CENTRAL SERENGETI
Seronera
The Seronera region, in the central Serengeti, is set directly on the Great Migration route, and offers excellent viewing of this incredible annual phenomenon, when countless wildebeest flood across the plains. While migratory game populations fluctuate seasonally, Seronera is still a wildlife hotspot at other times of the year, sheltering the Big Five, among many other species. A number of small campsites provide accommodation and visitors can enjoy hot air balloon trips and walking safaris as well as guided game drives.
Day Itinerary
Breakfast at the lodge followed by check out
Depart with picnic lunch boxes and drive over to the world famous Serengeti National park. On arrival in Serengeti enjoy a leisurely game drive en route to your lodge, overnight at Embalakai Tented Camp, Std (FB)
Overnight: Embalakai Camp
Embalakai is intimately set in the heart of the Serengeti, allowing guests to take a break from the crazy busy, fast-paced world out there. The greatest Luxury comes from being able to truly connect with nature, the heart of our very existence. Embalakai Camp offers the opportunity to hit the pause button on the regular daily grind giving guests the priceless gift of time, taking a moment to relax on the deck or by the campfire under the Serengeti dark velvet night sky, looking up at the millions of stars overhead in the pure unfiltered wilderness. There is no greater feeling than ‘letting go’ and embracing the beauty of present moment life, living on natures clock where time is determined by the sunrise and sunset, allowing the day’s events in between to unfold in their own magical and furtive ways.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 6: EMBALAKAI CAMP, SERONERA, CENTRAL SERENGETI
Day Itinerary
After breakfast at the lodge. Full day in Serengeti with scheduled morning and late afternoon game drives in the park.
Overnight at Embalakai Tented Camp, Std (FB)
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 7: EMBALAKAI CAMP, SERONERA, CENTRAL SERENGETI
Day Itinerary
Breakfast at the lodge. Full day in Serengeti with scheduled morning and late afternoon game drives in the park.
Overnight at Embalakai Tented Camp, Std (FB)
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 8: NDUTU SAFARI LODGE, NDUTU
Ndutu
Set in the Arusha Region, Ndutu is situated in the northern part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area within the magnificent South Serengeti ecosystem. The surrounding landscapes are covered in sweeping grasslands which provide the perfect habitat for the migratory route for hundreds of thousands of herbivores i.e wildebeest, antelope and zebra. Visitors can look forward to exploring the forest around Lake Ndutu, spotting an array of wildlife, and visiting the fascinating archaeological site at the Olduvai Gorge. Don’t miss the opportunity to jump on a game drive to view the spectacular herds of the annual Great Migration, enjoy a scenic hot air balloon ride over the plains and take a guided tour with the local Maasai to learn about culture and traditions. Other commonly spotted species include: leopard, lion, cheetah, caracal, serval, African wildcat, and a variety of prolific birdlife.
Day Itinerary
Breakfast at the lodge followed by check out and drive over southward of the world famous Serengeti National park. Leisurely game drive en route to your lodge, overnight at Ndutu Safari Lodge Std (FB)
Overnight: Ndutu Safari Lodge
A traditional Safari lodge in an outstanding wildlife location.
Ndutu Safari Lodge comprises thirty four simple and comfortable stone and thatch en-suite cottages extending from a relaxed central bar and dining area, a meeting place for friends over the past 50 years. Each cottage has a private veranda looking out onto the ever-changing waters of Lake Ndutu. Steeped in history and famous for our homely warmth and generous hospitality, we have built a reputation as consistently being the choice of expert guides, professional wildlife photographers, filmmakers and biologists alike. The reason?
It’s simply the best place in the Serengeti ecosystem to watch and enjoy predators and prey, herds and hunters and is one of the finest locations to witness the extraordinary speed and spectacle of cheetah hunting their prey.
We pride ourselves on doing the simple things well. Wonderfully comfy beds, hot showers, delicious home cooked meals, friendly service and not forgetting our tempting homemade cookie jar! Join us after a full day of wildlife viewing around our famous Ndutu campfire under the stars where you can relax, sharing stories with friends, as the moon rises above the towering acacia trees.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 9: NGORONGORO OLDEANI MOUNTAIN LODGE, KARATU
Karatu
Travellers heading for the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater will inevitably pass through the town of Karatu in the green hills of Tanzania’s northern highlands. Presided over by the towering Ol Deani Volcano, this small, colourful town serves as a popular overnight stop for visitors exploring the area’s many game parks. The town offers a variety of activities including browsing the bustling marketplace, sampling beer at a local brewery, visiting a traditional Iraqw homestead, or taking a guided walk through the Ngorongoro Forest in search of waterfalls and elephants caves. Whether you are looking for cultural tours, hiking and biking opportunities, a chance to enjoy an authentic rural Tanzania experience, or simply a break between safari game drives, this underrated town has plenty to offer.
Day Itinerary
Early breakfast at the lodge. Today you depart with picnic lunch boxes and drive over to the Ngorongoro Crater, on arrival descend over 600 meters to the floor of the crater for a full day crater tour. Explore the forest areas that are inhabited by monkey and elephant, the lake area, where you may see the flamingos and the open savannah where the lions hunt for food.Lunch will be picnic style in the crater floor. Later in the evening transfer back to Karatu for your overnight at Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge Std (FB).
Overnight: Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain Lodge
O’ldeani Ngorongoro Mountain Lodge is a colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views of Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated, featuring spectacular views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara.
The property is set on 40 acres of lush green gardens and local vegetation, with over 130 species of birds. The lodge is accessed over a pond and one’s first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fireplace, infinity pool and out to Mount O’ldeani, which is part of the caldera of the Ngorongoro crater, only 12 km away.
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 10: LAKE MANYARA SERENA SAFARI LODGE, LAKE MANYARA NAT’ PARK
Lake Manyara National Park
Situated in Tanzania’s central-northern region with the Lake Manyara on its east and the Manyara Escarpment to its west, the Lake Manyara National Park offers breathtaking views and a large variety of habitats supporting an array of wildlife. This small park is home to surprising biodiversity and features a magnificent landscape of acacia woodlands, water forests, baobab strewn cliffs, algae-streaked hot springs, swamps and the lake itself. The park supports 400 species of bird, and the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world.
Other species include giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, warthog, the Cape clawless otter, and Egyptian mongoose. Don’t miss the opportunity to see thousands of flamingos on the lake, the renowned tree-climbing lions, and large families of elephants strolling through the forest.
Day Itinerary
Breakfast and check out. Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, one of the Rift Valley’s numerous alkaline lakes, which apart from its abundant bird life, is known for its tree-climbing lions. Arrive for lunch at your lodge. Afternoon game drive until sunset Overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge Std (FB)
Overnight: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Standing high on the bluff of a dramatic ochre and terracotta streaked cliff above the flamingo-frosted expanse of Lake Manyara’s gleaming alkaline waters, the Lodge commands panoramic views across the volcano-studded floor of the Great Rift Valley. Designed to reflect the brilliance of Lake Manyara’s unique birdlife, the Lodge draws on an inspirational architectural motif that melds swooping avian curves with the gentle concentric patterns of traditional Maasai ‘Bomas’ (encampments) whilst the vibrantly coloured frescoes lining the walls are designed to depict the colourful intricacy of bird migratory patterns. The ambiance of the Lodge is a fusion of lakeside tranquillity, towering volcanic splendour and adventure-packed sporting activity.
As to wildlife, the park offers abundant sightings of; monkey, jackal, mongoose, hyena, hyrax, zebra, hippo, warthog, buffalo, Masai giraffe, duiker, waterbuck and impala. Significant numbers of elephant are also resident in the Park whilst sightings of black rhino and leopard are not uncommon. Manyara is also especially noted for its wealth of bird life, being visited by many thousands of sugar-pink Lesser Flamingos, significant numbers of Greater Flamingos and a host of other woodland, plains and water birds
Basis
Full Board – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 11: KARAFUU HOTEL BEACH RESORT, PONGWE ,ZANZIBAR
Pongwe
Set on the Tanzanian island of Unguja, which forms part of Zanzibar, Pongwe is a little village resting the beautiful eastern coast of the island at the northern tip of Michamvi Peninsula. The village is surrounded by incredible natural beauty featuring white-sand beaches lapped by crystal-clear turquoise waters. Visitors can soak up breathtakingly beautiful sunsets, enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at the unique Rock Restaurant which is perched on a tiny coral outcrop about 30 metres off Pongwe beach and enjoy magnificent views across Chwaka Bay.
Day Itinerary
Breakfast and check out. Drive back to Arusha. Upon arrival met and transferred to cultural Heritage for lunch. After lunch transfer to the Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight to Zanzibar, upon arrival you will be met and transferred to Karafuu Beach Resort Garden Maasai Room (HB).
Overnight: Karafuu Hotel Beach Resort.
Karafuu Hotel is equally suitable for individuals as well as groups. Karafuu takes great pride in providing the absolute best service to our clients. Our service, food and high quality rooms set in beautiful surroundings will make your stay unforgettable.
Basis
Half Board – Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
DAY 12: KARAFUU HOTEL BEACH RESORT, PONGWE, ZANZIBAR
Day Itinerary
Full day spent at Karafuu Beach Resort (Additional activities available and payable direct on ground)
Basis
Half Board – Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Day 13 & 14: KARAFUU HOTEL BEACH RESORT, PONGWE, ZANZIBAR
Day Itinerary
Full day spent at Karafuu Beach Resort (Additional activities available and payable direct on ground)
Basis
Half Board – Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
DAY 15: END OF ITINERARY
Day Itinerary
Breakfast use of room until 1000hrs and check out. Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your scheduled flight back home.
Basis: Breakfast.
