Day 1: It Begins – Into the Wild and Arrival in the Masai Mara
Your safari adventure begins with a pickup from Nairobi—either from your hotel or the international airport. Enjoy a scenic drive across the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara, arriving at your luxury tented camp in time for lunch. After a brief rest, head out for your first game drive, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, and more. Return to camp for a warm welcome dinner and a night under the stars.
Accommodation: Enchipai Camp
Day 2–3: In Search of the Big Five – Deeper into the Heart of the Masai Mara
Spend two full days exploring the Masai Mara’s incredible wildlife and landscapes. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives through open plains and riverbanks in search of the Big Five and other unique species. Optional activities include hot air balloon rides or walking safaris with Maasai guides. Between drives, relax at your camp with gourmet meals and spa treatments.
Accommodation: Enchipai Camp
Day 4: Crossing Borders – Welcome to the Iconic Serengeti
After an early breakfast, begin a scenic overland journey to the Serengeti via the Isebania border. Travel through rural Kenya before crossing into Tanzania, where your guide will assist with immigration formalities. After lunch, continue your journey into Serengeti National Park, enjoying a game drive en route to your luxury lodge. Though it’s a full day of travel, it’s rich in scenery, culture, and early wildlife sightings.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Day 5–6: Timeless Wild – Exploring the Serengeti
Spend the next two days discovering the grandeur of the Serengeti. Game drives in the morning and afternoon bring you close to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and wildebeest herds. Between drives, enjoy bush dining, spa services, or relaxation at your lodge, taking in the expansive views that define this timeless landscape.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Day 7–8: To the Garden of Eden of Africa – The Ngorongoro Crater
Travel from the Serengeti to Ngorongoro, stopping along the way to enjoy stunning highland views and a picnic lunch on the crater rim. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for your first game drive, exploring one of Africa’s most unique and wildlife-rich ecosystems. On Day 8, enjoy a full-day crater safari with picnic lunch beside hippo pools or under an acacia tree. Return to your luxurious lodge each evening for fine dining and crater views.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp
Day 9: Farewell to the Wild – Transfer to Arusha
Enjoy one last breakfast overlooking the crater before beginning your scenic drive to Arusha. Along the way, pass through coffee farms, highland villages, and vibrant towns. Upon arrival, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward journey, leaving East Africa with unforgettable memories and a heart full of wonder.