East Africa Overland Safari

Game Parks of Kenya and Tanzania

This safari endeavours to combine the highlights of both Kenya and Tanzania. We concentrate on the internationally acclaimed Game Parks that are known to be "the home of the Discovery Channel". We will also visit lesser-known areas and will enjoy interaction with the local tribes, including the renowned Maasai. Weather and road conditions will influence the route chosen on each safari and clients should be flexible in this regard. Clients should be equipped with an open mind and spontaneous disposition in order to best enjoy the superb offerings of the region.

ITINERARY:

(subject to change without prior notice)

Lake Nakuru: Flamingos

Day 1: NAIROBI
  
Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to our Hotel in the heart of this bustling city. For clients arriving early, there are a variety of optional tours and excursion on offer - these can be arranged at the Hotel. At 18:00 we conduct a pre-tour briefing before enjoying an own expense dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 2: LAKE NAKURU

Leaving the city behind us, we travel north, climbing continually to the lip of the escarpment where we will enjoy the fantastic view of the Great Rift Valley. We then descend into the Valley and enter Kale Nakuru National Park where we game drive in search of Rhino, Leopard, Lion, Buffalo and many other species that inhabit the Park. We will also spend time taking in the breathtaking view of the vast flocks of Flamingo that gather here. Tonight we camp just below the Equator at Kembu. B/L/D

Day 3: LAKE NAIVASHA

A short drive today, we head for our camp on the shores of Lake Naivasha. After setting up camp amongst the Fever Trees we have some time to relax, watch the Hippo's and take in the spectacular scenery. This afternoon we visit Elsamere, the former home of Joy and George Adamson, for a afternoon tea and to gain some insight into their fascinating lives. Return to camp. B/L/D

Day 4: MAASAI MARA
Today we traverse through some of Kenyas finest wilderness, using lesser known roads, we will pass numerous Maasai villages on the way. Our camp for the next two nights is adjacent to the renowned Maasai Mara National Park. Enjoy a hot shower with water heated on a traditional Donkey boiler. B/L/D

Maasai tribesmen

Day 5: MAASAI MARA

Today we enter the Park to enjoy a full day of extensive dame driving. The Maasai Mara is well known for its large herds and ever-present predators, we will follow the seasonal migrations. Lunch today will be a picnic on the banks of the Mara river, known for its huge crocodiles and hippo population. Return to camp for the night. B/L/D

Day 6: LAKE VICTORIA

Leaving the Maasai Mara behind us, today we enter Tanzania and then descend toward the shores of Africa's largest lake, Lake Victoria. This Lake forms part of the Great Rift Valley and provides a livelihood for the many locals that fish its waters. Here we will spend time relaxing, exploring the markets, and trading with the local fishermen. Dinner tonight will be own expense at a local restaurant. Camp the night at the waters edge. B/L/D

Day 7: SERENGETI

Today we enter what is arguable the worlds most acclaimed wildlife sanctuary, the Serengeti National Park. This Park with its huge concentrations of plains game, numerous predators and prolific birdlife all resident on the seemingly endless grass and acacia covered plains epitomizes Africa's game parks. We will traverse the Park west to east doing extensive game drives, and will spend a night at the active Seronera campsite. B/L/D

Day 8: SERENGETI - NGORONGORO

After an extensive morning game drive we leave the Serengeti and enter the Ngorongoro Conservation area where we witness the spectacle of the Masai tribal people herding their cattle amongst the wildlife, still living their customary lifestyle as they have for centuries. Tonight we will camp at the renowned Simba Camp on the edge of the magnificent Ngorongoro crater. The views from the camp are spectacular. B/L/D

Gemsbok couple

Day 9: NGORONGORO - ENGARUKA

At first light we make the daring decent into the crater in our smaller 4x4 safari vehicles and here we explore this marvel of nature with its shear walls and fertile plains. With the possibility to view almost all of Africa's animal species, including the rare Black Rhino, at close range in open plains - this has to be the finest game viewing available. Returning to Simba camp, we will enjoy lunch before exiting the park and descending the escarpment to our camp at Engaruka. Here we will camp for two nights, literally amongst the Maasai people. B/L/D

Day 10: ENGARUKA VILLAGE

Today we will explore the village and its surrounds on foot, we will spend time in the cultural boma, visit the Engaruka Ruins, experience the Maasai dancing and will barter in the markets - all the time witnessing the traditional way of life. Camp the night. B/L/D

Day 11: ARUSHA

After an early start we make our way towards Arusha, the town at the foot of the beautiful Mount Meru. Here we will spend the afternoon exploring this lively town and its local markets. Tonight we will enjoy an own expense meal at a local restaurant. B

Day 12: TRANSFER TO NAIROBI

After breakfast clients will be taken to the shuttle terminal where they will catch the transfer to Nairobi. This road travels through some spectacular scenery and on a clear day offers stunning views of the mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. En-route to Nairobi city, the transfer will pass via the airport to facilitate clients who are flying today. Clients staying on in Nairobi or continuing on their travels will be taken into the city centre. B