DAY 1 : ARUSHA
From Nairobi drive to the border town of Namanga and cross over to Arusha. Arrive in time for lunch. Rest of the afternoon free for rest. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Village Hotel, Arusha ( Meal Plan: BB)

DAY 2: TARANGIRE
After breakfast drive to Tarangire National Park to arrive at Tarangire Sopa Lodge for lunch. Depart for an afternoon game drive which will go late into the evening. Because Tarangire has a lake and water throughout the year, it is famous as a place to which thousands of game migrate during the dry months of June when the rest of the plains are dry and without water. Lions, Elephants, Buffalo, the greater kudu as well thousands of other plains-game are found in this park. Because of the swamps, Tarangire is also famous for its excellent bird-life.

After what should be a very rewarding game viewing afternoon, return to the lodge in the late evening for dinner and rest. (FULLBOARD)

DAY 3: LAKE MANYARA
Early morning game drive in Tarangire National Park returning to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards transfer to Lake Manyara National Park arriving in time for lunch.

Breathtaking scenery, open grasslands, lush forests, marshes and the soda lake itself make Lake Manyara a truly wildlife haven. Famous for its tree climbing lions, and large concentration of hippos, Lake Manyara is also highly regarded for its famous bird-life. Drive to all these different habitats in your afternoon game drive for a rewarding experience of all that this wonderful place has to offer.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight. (FULLBOARD)

DAY 4: NGORONGORO
After a an early morning breakfast and with your packed lunch, depart Lake Manyara with a game drive in the park en-route to Ngorongoro Crater, the largest caldera in the world.

Or arrival descend to the crater and spend the rest of the day driving round the base to see a wide variety of animals concentrated in this one unique place. In the late evening ascend to the rim of the crater where, over a sundowner, you can spend a wonderful evening reminiscing on the days activities. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge (or similar) (FULLBOARD).

DAY 5: NGORONGORO
Descend the crater and have a full game viewing day. Ascend to the rim in the evening for dinner and your well deserved overnight rest at Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge (or similar) (FULLBOARD)

DAY 6: LAKE NDUTU
On the border between Ngorongoro and Serengeti lies Lake Ndutu, equally famous for its rich birdlife and for its good wildlife viewing. Arrive for lunch then follow with an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Ndutu Safari Lodge (or similar) (FULLBOARD)

DAY 7: SERENGETI
Drive from the Ndutu area arriving Serengeti in the morning. Drive through the park to Seronera area which is a central location from which you can drive around to different areas of the large park to view the incredible variety of wildlife that Serengeti offers. Full afternoon in the park. Dinner and overnight at Seronera Wildlife Lodge (or similar) (FULLBOARD)

DAY 8: SERENGETI
An early morning game drive for the best chance of viewing a hunt at sunrise. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Thereafter drive to the lobo area of the park famous for its concentration of lions. Rest of the day in the park. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight at Seronera Wildlife Lodge (or similar) (FULLBOARD

DAY 9: SERENGETI -ARUSHA
We leave the park in the morning with a game drive en-route from the park. This will a long day’s drive. Arrive Arusha in the late afternoon. Rest of the day at rest.

Day 10 : ARUSHA –NAMANGA OR KILIMANJARO AIRPORT TO CONNECT
A morning drive to Arusha for shopping. Thereafter drive to Namanga to return to Nairobi or to Kilimanjaro airport to connect to a homeward bound flight.

TOUR ENDS

Day 1: NAIROBI-SHABA

From Nairobi, depart after breakfast and drive northwards through lush vegetation and rich  country farmlands to Nyeri, the administrative headquarters of Kenya’s Central Province and the former frontline town of the Mau Mau insurgency which was a central feature of Kenya’s fight for independence. There will be a brief washroom stop at the Outspan Hotel.

Thereafter continue further north past Nanyuki arriving in your lodge in Shaba in time for lunch. It was at Shaba that Joy Adamson’s famous movie” Born Free” was filmed. The dominating feature in the whole reserve is the Uaso Nyiro River on whose banks the lodge stands. All along this river grow doum palms and acacia and other plants which have adapted well to the arid surroundings. Along the entire length of this river are many different species of wildlife and birds some only found in this hot and dry habitat. The Grevy Zebra, the Gerenuk, the Beisa Oryx and the Somali Ostrich are some of the unique animals found only in this reserve. The reserve is also home to the big cats- lions and leopards, and also has a fairly large population of crocodiles.

After lunch and a brief rest, you take your first game drive in the mid afternoon. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight. (FULLBOARD)

Day 2: SHABA

After a leisurely breakfast proceed to a mid morning game drive extending to Buffalo Springs. Lunch is served at the Lodge. Another game drive in the afternoon. Evening is at leisure before dinner and overnight. (FULLBOARD)

Day 3: ABERDARES COUNTRY CLUB

Depart immediately after breakfast, and drive back to Isiolo and onto Nanyuki then down to NaroMoru and Mweiga. From here it is a short distance to the Aberdares Country Club where you arrive in time for lunch. The whole afternoon is at leisure for golfing, trout fishing , swimming or any of the many relaxing activities for which this place is famous. Overnight at Aberdares Country Club. (FULLBOARD)

Day 5: ABERDARES /NAIROBI

Depart for your drive back to Nairobi where you arrive around lunchtime, (BREAKFAST)

~ TOUR ENDS ~

Day 1: MT KENYA

Depart from Nairobi and drive northwards past the fast growing industrial satellite town of Thika  through the lush  vegetation and country farmlands to Karatina and then onwards to Mountain Lodge, on the slopes of the Aberdares. From the lodge set on stilts above the ground, visitors to Mountain Lodge can observe the animals gathering at the floodlit waterhole to drink and to lick salt well into the night. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Lodge. (LUNCH & DINNER)

Day 2: SWEETWATERS

Depart from Mountain Lodge immediately after breakfast and drive on to the nearby town of Nanyuki and then to Sweetwaters Private Game Sanctuary located inside  Ol Pejeta Ranch. There will be a game drive on arrival.. Lunch will be served at the camp. After lunch continue your drive through the rest of the sanctuary including the marshy areas to see the various bird species found in this place. Return to the camp late in the evening for a bit of relaxation and rest before dinner. Dinner and overnight at Sweetwaters Tented Camp. (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER)

Day 3: SAMBURU

Check out of Sweetwaters and proceed northwards on a downward descent to Isiolo and then to the semi arid landscape of Samburu. You arrive at Samburu for lunch. Your lodge lies on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro river, which will be your game viewing base for the duration of your stay. Take an afternoon game drive  returning to the lodge in the evening for rest . Dinner and overnight. (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER)

Day 4: SAMBURU

The whole day in Samburu, with  morning and afternoon game drives. Overnight in Samburu. (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER)

Day 5: MAASAI MARA

Transfer to the airstrip to board your morning flight to Maasai Mara . On arrival you will be met and transferred to lodge  , which will be your game viewing base for the next two days. Lunch will be followed by an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge for dinner and Overnight. (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER)

Day 6: MAASAI MARA

Whole day in Maasai Mara with an early morning game drive.  Return to the lodge for breakfast. Thereafter relax awhile by the pool before lunch. Another game drive in the mid afternoon returning to the lodge  in the late evening for your well deserved rest. Dinner and overnight. (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER)

Day 7: MAASAI MARA – NAIROBI – MOMBASA

After breakfast you are transferred to the airstrip to board  your mid-morning flight.  Met on arrival and transferred straight to Jomo Kenyatta  International Airport for your afternoon flight to Mombasa then transferred  to your Beach Resort . Evening at leisure.

Day 8: MOMBASA

Whole day at the beach, swimming , snorkeling or just sunbathing. This part of your holiday is for unwinding and organised activities will be kept to a minimum.

Day 9: MOMBASA

Morning  City Tour of Mombasa including a visit to Fort Jesus Museum. Return to the hotel for lunch. Rest of the afternoon at leisure . Optional activities in the evening include a visit to a nearby nightclub to experience Mombasa Nightlife.

Day 10: MOMBASA/NAIROBI

Return to Nairobi after breakfast.

 ~ TOUR ENDS ~

INCLUDED

• Road transfers in a four-wheel drive on the sector Nairobi-Aberdares-Nanyuki- Samburu as described in the program.
• Air transport on the sector Samburu / Maasai Mara / Nairobi / Mombasa / Nairobi
• Cost of fullboard accommodation in the lodges
• All game drives
• Park Entrance Fees
• Services of an English speaking driver guide

EXCLUDED

All drinks, cost of laundry, telephones, tips (optional) and all other items of a personal nature.