Kenya & Tanzania: The Safari Experience with Nairobi & Zanzibar
Kenya & Tanzania: The Safari Experience with Nairobi & Zanzibar
Kenya & Tanzania: The Safari Experience with Nairobi & Zanzibar
17 Days
Visiting: Nairobi, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Thompson Falls Nyahururu, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara National Reserve, Amboseli National Park, Amboseli, Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Manyara, Karatu, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park, Serengeti, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam, Africa
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Tour code:
QBY-2024
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Fully Guided
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$12991NB: Prices correct on 31-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Africa conjures up dreamy images of mystical mountains, savanna grasslands, and endless plains, but for the adventure seeker, it’s where the wild things are. The “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo await you on this ultimate safari through East Africa. Featuring unique lodges and tented camps, custom-made 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles, and exclusive meals in the bush, this Kenya and Tanzania tour promises larger than life experiences and countless memories. You’ll savor the unique terrain and wildlife at seven renowned national parks, reserves, and conservancies, including the famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, and the vast, volcanic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Beyond sightings of the “Big 5,” be on the lookout for cheetah, wildebeest, crocodile, hippo, and rhino. On the tamer side, you’ll also enjoy a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary as well as the endearing experience of interacting with local children at a primary school in Karatu.Explore more on your tour of Africa with time in Nairobi and Zanzibar. In Nairobi, feed endangered giraffes at the Giraffe Center and meet orphaned elephant calves at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Ease into the rhythm of relaxing Zanzibar after your exhilarating vacation of game drives. Snorkeling, outdoor markets, quiet beaches, and unique animal sightings highlight your island getaway to Zanzibar. Move too fast and the hospitable locals will offer the gentle reminder, “Pole, pole!” (Slowly, slowly!).
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Nairobi,Kenya
Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
Welcome to Nairobi, gateway to your dream safari. Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2: Nairobi
Location: Nairobi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Guided sightseeing starts at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to learn about elephant conservation including orphaned elephant calves. After lunch, visit Karen Blixen Museum, dedicated to the Danish baroness and author of Out of Africa – a 1937 autobiographical account (later, an Academy Award winning film) illustrating her experience as a coffee farmer and connections with Kenya. You’ll also visit the Giraffe Centre, followed by free time this evening.
Day 3: Nairobi,Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Location: Nairobi, Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ol Pejeta
Location: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early for a morning game drive with beautiful Mount Kenya as the backdrop. Beyond the “Big 5,” you may spot cheetah, zebra, gazelle, and more. If you are lucky, you might even spot rare wild dogs. After some down time and lunch, visit the [LF] Sweetwaters Chimp Sanctuary then set out on an afternoon game drive. Dinner at camp concludes your first full day on safari!
Day 5: Ol Pejeta,Nyahururu Falls,Lake Nakuru National Park
Location: Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Thompson Falls Nyahururu, Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leave Ol Pejeta and journey through the beautiful Kenyan highlands, one of the most fertile agricultural areas in all of Africa. Stop at scenic Nyahururu Falls and then on to Lake Nakuru National Park for an afternoon game drive and a chance to see giraffe, impala, flamingo, striped hyena, and a variety of birdlife along the water’s edge. Lake Nakuru National Park is home to the largest euphorbia forest in Africa, an important pollination and food source for bees and black rhinos, yet toxic to many animals.
Day 6: Lake Nakuru,Maasai Mara National Reserve
Location: Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara National Reserve
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. “The Mara,” as it is called by locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrive, typically from August to early November, their population grows by almost 2 million - a bountiful food source for predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. After lunch at your lodge, set out on an afternoon game drive.
Day 7: Maasai Mara
Location: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early for a morning game drive including an exclusive [LF] bush breakfast. Be sure to watch for elephant, rhino, giraffe, topi, hyena, and much more. Return to the camp and relax prior to your afternoon game drive.
Day 8: Maasai Mara,Amboseli National Park
Location: Masai Mara National Reserve, Amboseli National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, fly to Amboseli National Park, known for spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro or “Kili” as the locals call it, the highest mountain in Africa. After lunch at the lodge, embark on an afternoon game drive.
Day 9: Amboseli
Location: Amboseli
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning and afternoon game drives are included today. Amboseli affords you a terrific opportunity to get close to the mighty elephant. You may spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, and more. Stop for sundowner drinks prior to returning to your lodge for dinner.
Day 10: Amboseli,Arusha,Tanzania,Lake Manyara National Park
Location: Amboseli, Arusha, Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, cross the border into Tanzania. Enjoy lunch in Arusha. Witness the colorful culture in the villages and diverse ecosystems en route to your lodge along the rim of the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Check in and enjoy leisure time prior to dinner. Consider a visit to a local village for a market experience or nature walk on the safari lodge property.
Day 11: Lake Manyara,Karatu,Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Location: Lake Manyara, Karatu, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Manyara National Park is a small, ecologically diverse park with groundwater forests, grassy plains, and alkaline Lake Manyara itself. The park is also home to the world’s largest concentration of baboon. Watch for these mischievous primates, giraffe, hippo, and more on your morning game drive. After lunch, journey to Karatu where you’ll visit a [LF] local primary school. Continue to your lodge on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater, which is part of the larger Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Day 12: Ngorongoro
Location: Ngorongoro
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive. Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest unflooded caldera, more than 2,000 feet deep with a floor covering over 102 square miles. Game viewing here is fantastic, as most of the animals stay in this area year-round. This is your best chance to see the rare black rhinoceros, lion, Cape buffalo, hippo, elephants, and a variety of birds during this extraordinary experience. An exclusive [LF] bush lunch will be served in the crater.
Day 13: Ngorongoro,Serengeti National Park
Location: Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most famous park. The Serengeti covers an area of roughly 5,700 square miles. The name comes from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “endless plains.” Enjoy lunch at your tented camp before an afternoon game drive. You have the chance to see the big cats—lion, leopard, and cheetah—as well as an abundance of other animals, including the Nile crocodile, giraffe, gazelle, and eland. You may even spot a caracal, a rare, beautiful cat with distinctive ears and strong hind legs.
Day 14: Serengeti
Location: Serengeti
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue your exploration during morning and afternoon game drives. Home to the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra, generally between late November and July, the Serengeti attracts visitors from around the world and is great for year-round game viewing. Tonight, join a [LF] farewell dinner in the bush featuring a traditional Maasai dance performance.
Day 15: Serengeti,Stone Town,Zanzibar
Location: Serengeti, Stone Town, Zanzibar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a final game drive in the Serengeti before flying to Stone Town (via Arusha), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Settle into your oceanfront hotel.
Day 16: Stone Town
Location: Stone Town
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a walking tour of Stone Town to see the Old Fort, National Palace, slave caves, and colorful spice markets, followed by a visit to Jozani Forest for a guided walk. Free time in the late afternoon and evening. Spend free time with an optional excursion with MyGlobus selections.
Day 17: Stone Town,Dar Es Salaam
Location: Stone Town, Dar es Salaam
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bid farewell to your African adventure with a flight to Dar es Salaam, where a day room has been reserved for your convenience. Schedule departing flights after 4 pm.
Small Group
Each Globus Africa safari tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Safari Guide/Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery African safari vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Kenya Lake System in the Great Rift Valley|Ngorongoro Conservation Area|Serengeti National Park|Stone Town of Zanzibar
Meals
Breakfast daily, 14 lunches, 12 dinners
Notes
All game viewing is done at your own risk. We require a signed liability waiver prior to travel. This tour explores game areas with rough roads and is not recommended for guests suffering from back problems or other physical issues.
Accommodation
Nairobi:Nairobi Serena HotelOl Pejeta Conservancy:Sweetwaters Serena CampLake Nakuru National Park Area:Sarova Lion Hill LodgeMaasai Mara National Reserve Area:Sarova Mara CampAmboseli National Park Area:Amboseli Serena Safari LodgeLake Manyara National Park:Lake Manyara Serena Safari LodgeNgorongoro Crater:Ngorongoro Serena Safari LodgeSerengeti National Park:Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp Zanzibar Stone Town:Zanzibar Serena Inn
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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