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Highlights
- Day 1: Depart the United StatesOur adventure begins with an overnight flight to Europe.
- Day 2: Arrive in TanzaniaThis morning, we land in Amsterdam for a connecting flight to Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi. Our English-speaking local guide provides a special welcome at the airport before bringing us to this evening’s accommodations.
- Day 3: Amboseli National ParkWe begin our day with a drive to the Manji Family Residence, where a wonderful Welcome Breakfast awaits. After our feast, we head to Amboseli National Park for our first safari adventure with an included lunch! Some of the most breathtaking sights in all of Africa surround us and, weather permitting, we see Mount Kilimanjaro’s magnificent snowcapped peak. Our custom safari land cruisers have pop-up game-viewing rooftops, reference guidebooks, and coolers with complimentary bottled water. Keep watch for large elephant herds, lions, buffalo, giraffes, cheetahs, gazelles, baboons, and hippos. There are also 400 species of birds that nest in the trees and soar overhead! Tonight, we relax in our elegant accommodations at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, nestled inside this spectacular national park.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 4: Exciting Game DrivesToday is filled with opportunities to witness more of the phenomenal wildlife that call Amboseli National Park home. Revel in a full day of game drives with a break in the afternoon for lunch and a relaxing siesta. Don’t forget your complimentary safari hat and essentials pack! A delicious dinner is included at the lodge this evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 5: ArushaRise and shine early this morning to catch extraordinary views of Mount Kilimanjaro as we cross the border into Tanzania. Enjoy a wonderful lunch in Arusha before settling into our lovely accommodations. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or explore nearby attractions, such as the Arusha Gymkhana and Golf Course.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 6: Tarangire National ParkWe’re off to appreciate the exotic atmosphere of Tarangire National Park today! Arriving at our lodge, there is time to rest before our afternoon game drive in Tanzania's most elephant-dense region. This preserved region boasts signature Tanzanian backdrops of beautiful, sparse landscapes with just a sprinkling of acacia trees and giant baobab trees set in thick grasses. There’s no shortage of wildlife to see with herds of elephants, zebras, rhinos, greater kudos, leopards, and nearly 500 bird species.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 7: Ngorongoro Conservation AreaThis morning, we depart our hotel and soak up awe-inspiring vistas on the way to UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After checking in to our hotel for the next two nights, enjoy lunch and an afternoon at leisure with panoramic sights of the iconic crater, the world's largest unbroken caldera. What was an active volcano eight million years ago is now home to many species of birds and wild game, including almost every species of African plains mammal, the densest population of predators in Africa, and endangered species, like the black rhino.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 8: Ngorongoro CraterToday, we enjoy the thrill of descending nearly 2,000 feet into one of Tanzania’s most remarkable natural wonders and become immersed in an astounding number of wildlife. This nutrient-rich paradise located on the crater floor exists off the water from Lake Magadi, creating a complete ecosystem. Our guide details the great human archeological discoveries made here as we enjoy spectacular views during our game drive, which includes a picnic lunch at a beautiful private site.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 9: Serengeti National ParkWe venture into the world-famous Serengeti this morning, where hominid carbon footprints are believed to date back 3.6 million years. Intriguing wildlife fills the sprawling savannah grass landscape; in fact, this is one the best areas for views of Africa’s “Big Five.” Our expert guide provides narrative highlights as we interpret the sights on our photo safari. Following lunch, we check in to Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge, just outside of the park, and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 10: The Great MigrationGuests who booked the optional hot air balloon excursion rise just before the sun for the experience of a lifetime over the Serengeti, followed by a champagne breakfast. Our day is then spent enjoying a game drive of the Serengeti's Ndutu area, the ultimate region for catching sights of the Great Migration between December and March. This iconic natural phenomenon includes herds of roughly 1.5 million wildebeests and hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles traveling in search of nutrients. We may also see their predators lurking nearby!
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 11: Lake Manyara National ParkThis morning, we depart Serengeti National Park and begin our next adventure at Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions. Nestled along the Rift Valley escarpment, these protected lands offer countless photo opportunities and views of giant acacia trees, large elephant herds, and a flamingo-filled lake. We arrive at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge to enjoy lunch and get settled in before our thrilling afternoon game drive to see more wildlife, such as giraffes or baboons. Tonight, we gather for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate our unforgettable safari and new friendships.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 12: Depart AfricaAfter breakfast, we say a final goodbye to Lake Manyara National Park and return to Arusha before transferring to Kilimanjaro International Airport for our journey back home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Day 13: Arrive HomeWe land back in the United States today, returning home with incredible memories and photos of our time in Africa.
What's Included
All Accommodations
- 1 night in Nairobi
- 2 nights at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
- 1 night at Gran Melia Arusha
- 1 night at Tarangire Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights at The Retreat at Ngorongoro
- 2 nights at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge
- 1 night at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Attractions & Highlights
- Amboseli National Park
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Tarangire National Park
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area feat. Ngorongoro Crater
- Serengeti National Park feat. the Great Migration
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Nine extraordinary game drives
28 Excellent Meals
- Welcome Breakfast at Manji Family Residence
- Private picnic lunch in Ngorongoro Crater
- Farewell Dinner in Lake Manyara National Park
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