African Safari: Kenya & Tanzania

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15 Days ● 38 Meals: 13 Breakfasts, 13 Lunches, 12 Dinners

HIGHLIGHTS… Nairobi, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust,  Out of Africa Farmhouse, Amboseli National Park,  Shanga Workshop, Karatu, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti,  Lake Eyasi, Choice on Tour, Tarangire National Park, 12  Game Drives 

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Overnight Flight

Days 2, 3 Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi 

Days 4, 5 Kilima Safari Camp, Amboseli Game Reserve

Days 6, 7 Country Lodge, Karatu 

Days 8 – 10 ThornTree Camp, Serengeti National Parks

Days 11, 12 Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge, Lake Eyasi 

Days 13, 14 Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire 

On some dates alternate hotels may be used. 

Day 1:  Overnight Flight  You’re on your way to Africa – where sprawling grasslands  and cultural traditions intersect into a land like no other. In the  shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro, discover a natural wonderland of  curious giraffes, playful elephants, and wandering lions. From  the picturesque savanna in Kenya to the renowned Serengeti in  Tanzania, this is the wild Africa of your dreams.

Day 2:  Nairobi, Kenya - Tour  Begins  Your journey begins in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. Serving  as the gateway to Africa’s sought-out wildlife, Nairobi is the  ideal place to get acclimated to the Kenyan lifestyle. 

Day 3:  Nairobi  Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which rehabilitates  young or injured elephants. See the gentle giants up close as  they are fed and bathed by their caretakers. Head to Karen  Blixen’s Out of Africa farmhouse for lunch before stepping  outside to visit the sanctuary’s inquisitive Rothschild giraffes.  Visit the Kazuri Beads Factory, where mothers are employed  and trained as jewellery artisans. In the evening, toast to the  start of your African adventure at a savoury welcome dinner.  (B, L, D) 

Day 4:  Nairobi - Amboseli  National Park  Make your way to Amboseli National Park, nestled along the  border of Tanzania and looking out on the great Mt.  Kilimanjaro. After lunch, get a glimpse into Kenyan culture  and interact with locals at a Masai village. Settle into your  accommodations for the next two nights – a deluxe tented  camp with the comfort amenities of a proper lodge. (B, L, D)

Day 5:  Amboseli National Park  Embrace your wild side on a full day of game drives in  Amboseli National Park. This is your first chance to seek out  Africa’s elusive “Big 5” – the safari “bucket list” of animals  includes lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and water buffalos.  Enjoy a picnic lunch on the open plains, watching for herds of  wildebeest and grazing zebras. (B, L, D) 

Day 6:  Amboseli National Park -  Arusha, Tanzania - Karatu  Enter Tanzania, a country devoted to harmony among its  people and animals. Today will be an impact moment as you  visit Shanga, a local jewellery workshop that trains and  employs citizens with disabilities. Your day ends in Karatu, a  humble town located on the precipice of untamed nature.  Overnight in a charming lodge where colourful gardens meet  welcoming hospitality. (B, L, D) 

Day 7:  Karatu - Ngorongoro Crater  - Karatu  Make the most of more opportunities to spot the local wildlife  with a full day of game drives in Ngorongoro Crater, a  UNESCO World Heritage Site. Containing one of the densest  mammal populations in the world, this “African Eden” is one  of the best places to seek out the “Big 5.” Allow the sheer  magnitude of the area to wash over you as you enjoy a picnic  lunch in the highlands, taking in the flourishing habitat around  you. (B, L, D) 

Day 8:  Karatu - Serengeti  Your path continues to the renowned Serengeti, a Masai word  meaning “endless plains.” Enjoy lunch and venture out on your  first Serengeti adventure on an afternoon game drive, returning  to camp at dusk. Relax in your exclusive safari abode, your  home for the next three nights. The camp includes all of the  deluxe amenities of a lodge but allows you to remain immersed  in nature. (B, L, D) 

Day 9:  Serengeti  Say good morning to the Serengeti! Take to the grasslands on  an early morning game drive, then return to camp for breakfast  before enjoying a full day of animal-seeking safari adventures  and a picturesque picnic lunch. (B, L, D)

Day 10:  Serengeti  Lions. Gazelles. Cheetahs. Hippos. There’s no telling what you  might spot on your morning and afternoon game drives. Under  the careful guidance of an expert, discover the savanna’s wild  residents and get a glimpse into the untamed animal kingdom.  (B, L, D) 

Day 11:  Serengeti - Lake Eyasi  You’re on your way to Lake Eyasi, an unexpected splash of  blue amidst the plains and mountains. Pause for a picnic lunch  along the way, providing more chances to view the local  wildlife. Meander around the salt lake, perhaps passing a  wading pat of flamingoes or some lively hippos cooling off in  the water. (B, L, D)  

Day 12:  Lake Eyasi  See how native communities live in harmony with the  environment. Start your morning with the Hadzabe tribe,  hunter-gatherers that strive to leave no lasting impact on their  surroundings. After lunch back at your lodge, continue with a  visit to the Datoga tribe – another community based at Lake  Eyasi – and see how their vast farms contribute to day-to-day  life. (B, L, D)

Day 13:  Lake Eyasi - Tarangire  National Park  Decide how you spend the morning because it’s your choice! Learn from a local fruit vendor in Mto Wa Mbu village about  their trade -OR- spend time with a local craftsman who will  show you current projects at African Galleria. Then, head to  Tarangire, the forested national park known for its giant  baobab trees and elephant migration. After lunch, embark on a  thrilling game drive. Don’t be surprised if you see a pride of  lions lounging in the shade, a herd of buffalos wading into the  water, or a parade of elephants passing by. (B, L, D) 

Day 14:  Tarangire National Park  Enjoy a full day of game drives, venturing out in the morning  and afternoon on your quest for animal sightings with a break  for a picnic lunch in between. Make sure you look to the skies  because Tarangire is an aviary paradise, home to more than 500  bird species. Keep your eyes peeled for various starlings,  weavers, and guinea fowl. Wish Africa goodbye at a farewell  dinner with your fellow travellers. (B, L, D) 

Day 15:  Tarangire National Park -  Arusha - Tour Ends  Return to Arusha on the final day of your African adventure.  Settle into a dayroom to relax before lunch. Depart for home  with memories of the endless plains and unparalleled wildlife.  (B, L)