Day 1
Arrive in Nairobi
Welcome to Nairobi, the starting point of your Kenyan safari. Upon arrival, a Trafalgar Representative will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. In the evening, join your fellow adventurers and Driver Guide for a Welcome Reception at the renowned Carnivore restaurant, enjoying a sumptuous feast.
Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel Nairobi or similar
Meals Included: Welcome Reception
Day 2
Nairobi- Aberdare National Park
Begin your morning with a Connect with Locals Be My Guest Experience. Post-lunch, head north to the Aberdare Highlands, your wildlife sanctuary home for two nights, frequented by zebra, warthog, and impala. Enjoy a peaceful afternoon by the pool or opt for an exploration of Aberdare National Park's unique forested ravines and moorlands.
Accommodation: Aberdare Country Club or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Be My Guest Dinner
Day 3
Aberdare National Park
Discover Solio Game Reserve on a half-day game drive, renowned as Kenya's most successful rhino breeding reserve. Home to the world's largest population of white rhinos since the 1970s, it offers a unique safari experience with abundant rhinos, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, leopard, and lion, set against Mount Kenya. Enjoy an uncrowded, intimate wildlife encounter, followed by a leisurely afternoon, either exploring your accommodation's landscaped grounds or joining an optional nature walk within the sanctuary.
Accommodation: Aberdare Country Club or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Aberdare National Park- Lake Nakuru
Prepare your camera for a stop at the breathtaking Thomson's Falls. Journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, a bird watcher's haven with over 400 species. Explore its secrets with your expert Driver Guide, spotting diverse birdlife, lions, and leopards. Enjoy an overnight stay in the park, with serene lake views.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Lake Nakuru- Lake Naivasha
Awaken early for a sunrise lakeside rendezvous with your Driver Guide, observing flamingos, pelicans, and other water birds, along with rhinos, zebras, and buffalos grazing nearby. Continue your 4x4 game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, absorbing the savannah's scents and birdsong. After lunch at Lake Naivasha, enjoy a boat ride to spot hippos, followed by a walk on Crescent Island with a Local Specialist, encountering wildlife like zebras, impalas, and giraffes up close.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Country Club or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Lake Naivasha- Maasai Mara National Reserve
Cross the Great Rift Valley to reach the Maasai Mara National Reserve, a world-renowned safari destination. Spend two nights in the heart of the reserve, perfectly positioned for immediate wildlife encounters on your safari game drives, experiencing some of the best game viewing opportunities globally.
Accommodation: Keekorok Lodge Masai Mara Game Reserve or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Embark on a full-day safari in Maasai Mara, seeking the Big 5 in their natural habitat. Visit a Maasai village for a Dive Into Culture experience, observing their jumping dances and gaining insights into their vibrant lifestyle. This visit enriches the community, making it a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Savor a bush picnic amid the wilderness sounds, watching colourful birds like Bee-eaters and Hoopoes. Continue your game drive in this globally acclaimed safari destination.
Accommodation: Keekorok Lodge Masai Mara Game Reserve or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Maasai Mara National Reserve- Lake Victoria
Say 'kwaheri' (goodbye) to Kenya and your Kenyan Driver Guide at the Kenya/Tanzania border. After immigration, meet your Tanzanian Driver Guide for the next leg of your journey. Board a 4x4 and head to Lake Victoria, staying at a shoreline accommodation. Don't miss the stunning sunset over the lake's waters tonight.
Accommodation: Serenity on the Lake Victoria Tanzania or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9
Lake Victoria- Serengeti
Begin your day with a peaceful walk along Lake Victoria's shores, setting the tone for an inspiring journey to the UNESCO-listed Serengeti National Park. Immerse yourself in a 4x4 safari across its vast plains, tracking elusive lions, leopards, and cheetahs hidden in the shade or tall grass. After lunch at your lodge, seize a second chance to unveil the marvels of this magnificent park.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10
Serengeti
Experience the Serengeti, renowned for unparalleled wildlife viewing and the epic Great Migration. Join your Driver Guide for a full-day game drive, learning about the annual journey of over a million wildebeest across the Mara River. Witness diverse wildlife amidst Acacia-dotted plains, appreciating the park's vastness and ecological diversity.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11
Serengeti- Ngorongoro Crater
Depart from the Serengeti to enter the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the expansive Ngorongoro Crater, exploring its forests and plains to spot elephants, lions, zebras, and wildebeests. Relish a picnic lunch within the crater, then ascend back to the rim. Stay overnight in accommodations surrounded by verdant farmlands, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
Accommodation: Acacia Farm Lodge Tanzania or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12
Ngorongoro Crater- Lake Manyara
This morning, journey to Mto wa Umbu village for a Dive Into Culture walking tour. Engage with locals, exploring farms, the school, and market, while learning about village life. Discover the process of making local banana beer, with a tasting opportunity. Enjoy a traditional lunch prepared by local women, contributing to their families' livelihoods. In the afternoon, experience a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions.
Accommodation: Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13
Lake Manyara- Tarangire National Park
Today's adventure takes you to Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for lunch at a lodge amidst tree hyraxes. Experience a unique final game drive through landscapes of giant baobabs, acacias, and termite mounds. Famous for elephant herds, let your Driver Guide lead you to these magnificent creatures. This evening, savour a bush sundowner under a vividly coloured sky, reflecting on the extraordinary experiences of your East African journey.
Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14
Tarangire National Park- Kilimanjaro International Airport
Relish lunch amidst the tantalizing scent of coffee at a large Tanzanian plantation. Bid a heartfelt goodbye to your companions and Driver Guide, before heading to Kilimanjaro for your flight to Zanzibar (post-4 pm departures recommended). For late flights, consider a day room at KIA Lodge. Enjoy a free transfer (see trafalgar.com/freetransfers). Note: This small group trip utilizes 4x4 vehicles throughout, traversing diverse terrains. Travel with soft-sided bags or medium suitcases due to space constraints in safari vehicles.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
