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Embark on a 15-day East Africa Safari, where you’ll journey through the stunning landscapes and rich wildlife of Tanzania and Kenya. Start your adventure in Arusha, then head to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park to witness the Great Migration and enjoy exhilarating game drives.
Next, explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site, teeming with diverse wildlife. Continue to Amboseli National Park in Kenya, where you’ll be captivated by the majestic elephants and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
This tour includes all internal flights, transfers, and 35 locally inspired meals, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable safari experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of East Africa’s natural beauty!
Departs
May - November 2025
March & April 2026
Inclusions
A total of 30 meals
Services of an expert APT Tour Director
All internal flights as per itinerary; transfers, porterage and gratuities
Visit Kilimatembo School at the village of Mto Wa Mbu
Learn about daily life at a traditional Maasai village
See some of the earliest evidence of our first human ancestors at Olduvai Gorge
At a lantern-lit bush kitchen in the Masai Mara, savour a delectable outdoor dinner featuring local specialties
Enjoy a private performance by the Kenyan Boys Choir
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to your hotel. Meet your East African Tour Director and later this evening your fellow travellers, as you begin your exciting journey through East Africa.
Stay: Nairobi, Villa Rosa Kempinski
Day 2 - Nairobi, Ngorongoro Crater
Take a flight via Kilimanjaro to Lake Manyara in Tanzania, where you will travel by 4WD vehicle to your beautiful lodge. Savour time at leisure to unwind and soak up the tranquil surroundings before a flavourful dinner.
Stay: Three Nights, Ngorongoro, Acacia Farm Lodge
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 3 - Ngorongoro Crater
Today at the Crater, you will stop for a picnic lunch, giving you time to take in the outstanding landscape. Often referred to as ‘Africa’s Garden of Eden’ and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, the Crater is surrounded by 600-metre high walls, providing a natural enclosure to vast numbers of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles and lions. Make sure you have your camera ready to capture the abundant wildlife.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara
Immerse yourself in two incredible Signature Experiences this morning. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional lunch before embarking on an exhilarating game drive through Lake Manyara National Park. Return to your lodge for a delicious dinner this evening.
Signature Experience - Kilimatembo School Visit Today, you will be given the opportunity to visit a local school at the village of Mto Wa Mbu. Through our OneTomorrow Charitable Fund, APT assists Kilimatembo School with regular donations.
Signature Experience – Visit a Traditional Maasai Village Walk through a traditional Maasai village and learn about the daily life and culture, from how the Maasai construct their dwellings through to local bush food and medicines.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 5 - Olduvai Gorge, Serengeti National Park
Today, your adventure continues as you take in the spectacular, expansive views of the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Keep an eye out for phenomenal wildlife among the endless plains en route to your Signature Experience.
Signature Experience - Olduvai Gorge Private Tour At Olduvai Gorge, also known as the 'Cradle of Mankind', embark on a fascinating private tour in which you will see some of the earliest evidence of our first human ancestors, who existed in the area about two million years ago.
Stay: Three Nights, Serengeti National Park, Meliá Serengeti Lodge (or similar)
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 6 - Serengeti National Park
Set off on a game drive at sunrise, where you’ll encounter an awe-inspiring array of animals, which may include wildebeest, impala and African buffalos. Return to your luxurious lodge for some well-earned relaxation time, soaking up the stunning views and perhaps taking a refreshing dip in the infinity pool while basking in the African sun. Later, witness the savannah come alive on an incredible sunset game drive and watch in wonder as the unique animals prepare for nightfall. Finish the day in style with a delectable dinner.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 7 - Serengeti National Park
On your third day in this remarkable national park, take the opportunity to spot any animals that you may have missed on the game drives yesterday. Glimpse a myriad of smaller creatures including an abundance of birdlife and fascinating insects.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 8 - Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara
Board a light aircraft for your scenic flight to the expansive Masai Mara, a vast and stunning wilderness that's home to a diverse array of wildlife and breathtaking vistas. Upon arrival, embark on an off-road journey through the savannah on your first game drive, where you can seize the chance to encounter rare animals. Afterwards, retire to your luxurious tented retreat, complete with a private ensuite with solar-heated water and a large comfortable bed, adorned with Persian rugs and cosy armchairs.
Stay: Three Nights, Masai Mara, Karen Blixen Camp
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 9 - Masai Mara
Wake to the enchanting symphony of the African bush as you prepare to head out on a thrilling morning game drive through the private Mara North Conservancy. Afterward, spend the early afternoon relaxing at the camp, perhaps watching resident hippos in the Mara River from your deck. As mid-afternoon approaches, take advantage of the perfect time for wildlife watching, giving you the chance to continue ticking species off your spotting list as the sun sets and the temperature begins to cool.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 10 - Masai Mara
Explore the Maasai Mara National Reserve with a full-day game drive and a picnic lunch, offering an ideal opportunity for further wildlife viewing on the sprawling savannah. Keep an eye out for the Little Five (the buffalo weaver, elephant shrew, leopard tortoise, ant lion and rhino beetle).
Signature Experience - Lantern-lit Bush Dinner Travel a short distance from your camp to a lantern-lit bush kitchen, where talented chefs will expertly prepare a delectable dinner featuring local specialties. As you savour your flavourful dinner, listen to the backdrop of enchanting noises of the African bush, adding to the incredible ambience of the meal.
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch· Dinner
Day 11 - Masai Mara, Nairobi
This morning, bid farewell to the incredible Masai Mara region as you board a flight to Nairobi and savour a final lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden, relishing the last moments on tour with your newfound friends. At the day’s end, enjoy a special Signature Experience.
Signature Experience - The Kenyan Boys Choir In Nairobi, listen to the pleasant melodies from the globally acclaimed Kenyan Boys Choir. Relish a private performance with a farewell toast – the perfect way to conclude your tour.
Stay: Nairobi, Villa Rosa Kempinski
Daily:· Breakfast· Lunch
Day 12 - Depart Nairobi
After breakfast, your tour concludes. Say goodbye before you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
Daily:· Breakfast
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