11D8N GEMS OF EAST AFRICA KENYA & TANZANIA SAFARI TOUR

Assemble in Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Nairobi - capital city of Kenya. 

Step into the natural kingdom of wild animals and the birthplace of humanity with our 10-day safari in Kenya and Tanzania.

Upon your arrival in Nairobi, Our guides will be waiting for you at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, ready to accompany you to your hotel in Nairobi. As you settle in and adjust to the time difference, indulge in a delicious dinner buffet. Then, get ready for the adventure that will take you to a different world, where the air is filled with the sounds and scents of the wild. Let the beauty of Kenya take your breath away.

Hotel: Hilton Double Tree or similar

After breakfast, head to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a private reserve in Kenya that is home to a large population of rhinos. After an enjoyable lunch, enter the park for an unforgettable afternoon expedition.

Ol Pejeta is home to the world’s largest collection of black rhinos, as well as hosting the last two northern white rhinos on the planet. Along with these critically endangered animals, the conservancy provides natural habitat for the big five and African Game. Your safari experience at Ol Pejeta will be wonderful and will give you a fresh perspective on Kenyan wildlife and its conservation efforts.

Rhinos are some of the most recognisable animals in Africa. They are large, with a thick, grayish-white coat and a pointed horn and are an important part of the African ecosystem. They help to keep the grasslands healthy by grazing on plants and spreading seeds. They are also a popular tourist attraction, bringing much-needed revenue to local communities. In the evening, return to the Lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Hotel: ABERDARE COUNTRY CLUB or similar

After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and proceed to Lake Naivasha. Lake Naivasha - enveloped by grassy banks and acacia woodlands, Kenya’s most beautiful freshwater lake sits atop the Rift Valley at an astonishing 1884 meters above sea level. The lake produces perch and African crucian carp, habitat to hippos and various waterfowl. You can take a speedboat cruise usually about 90 minutes during which you to get real close (as close as 5 meters) to these avian wonders - pigeons, flamingoes, crows, and even fish eagles and you get to witness dozens of hippos wallowing in water and the different species of birds on Crescent Island. This island was one of the settings for the 1985 movie “Out Of Africa” starring Meryl Streep.

Hotel: SENTRIM ELEMENTAITA or similar

After breakfast, head to Masai Mara National Reserve, one of the most famous wildlife reserves in the world. This animal paradise is made up of 1,672 square kilometers of open savannah, woodlands, and riverine forests. Masai Mara National Reserve was established in 1961 and is home to the world's largest population of wild ungulates, with 95 species of mammals and 450 species of birds.

NOTE: If you are interested in learning more about the Masai culture, you can choose to visit a Masai village along the way to the reserve. Masai villages are typically located on the outskirts of the reserve and are a great place to see how the Maasai live.The cost of visiting a Masai village is USD35 per person. This includes transportation to and from the village, as well as a guided tour.

Hotel: AA LODGE or similar

After a morning breakfast at your hotel, you'll embark on a game drive in a jeep through the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of the most renowned wildlife sanctuaries in the world. Home to a diverse array of animals like lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, zebras, giraffes, and many more, the Maasai Mara offers unparalleled opportunities to witness these creatures in their natural habitat. Within the park, you'll encounter the iconic Mara River, a vital pathway for the annual Great Wildebeest Migration. Witnessing thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and other animals cross the Mara River as they migrate between the Maasai Mara in Kenya and the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania is an awe-inspiring spectacle, considered one of the most spectacular wildlife migrations on Earth. A picnic lunch awaits you within the park's designated area. In the afternoon, continue your game drive, seeking further encounters with the park's incredible wildlife. As the day winds down, return to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

NOTE: The Masai Mara early morning hot air balloon flight needs to be booked in advance at your own expense, USD450 per person.

Hotel: AA LODGE or similar

Bid farewell to your Kenya as you set off on an exciting safari through the Maasai Mara, where lions stalk the grasslands, zebras graze in herds, and giraffes stretch for acacia leaves. After a picnic lunch, continue your adventure crossing into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, where wildebeest migrations paint the plains with a moving spectacle. Settle into your Serengeti haven as night falls, and indulge in a a delicious dinner awaits under a sky ablaze with stars.

Hotel: Serengeti Wild camp or similar

After breakfast, drive to the Serengeti National Park through the Ndabaka Gate. With an experienced guide, explore the park's fascinating terrain and witness the incredible wildlife, including herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles grazing and migrating across the plains.

Hotel: Serengeti Wild camp or similar

After breakfast, head to the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. You will descend into the crater and drive around this natural wonder. Ngorongoro Crater is one of the largest inactive and intact calderas in the world, and the largest on land, and it is home to a vast array of exotic wildlife, including the Big Five: lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos. You will be awestruck by the vastness of the crater floor and the incredible wildlife that roams freely within it.

hOTEL: HIGH VIEW HOTEL or similar

After breakfast, you will have some free time to explore Arusha. You can visit the local markets, museums, or other attractions. Alternatively, you can choose to relax or swim at the hotel.

After lunch, your guide will take you to the airport. If you've extended your trip, your guide will take you to your next destination.

NOTE: Please schedule your flight to depart after 3:00 PM.