This trip covers two of the main parks in Kenya which are Masai Mara and Amboseli National Parks. In these parks you will have the privilege to see the big five and to the peak of it all, you will visit Zanzibar to relax your mind and body after long game drives.
Arrival at the Jomo Kenyata international airport, you will pick up and be taken to the office for a pre-departure tour briefing meeting. You will later be transferred to your hotel for a rest, waiting to start a safari on the following morning. Dine and overnight at Serena Hotel.
Accommodation: Nairobi Serena Hotel
This morning we shall pick you up from your hotel and depart from Nairobi at 7.30 am and drive through the view point of the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at the Lodge/camp and relax before departing for the afternoon game drive. The Mara Game Reserve one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, and easy to see. The wild animals found in the Parks are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousands of plain game including Impala, Zebra, and both Thomson’s and grants Gazelles.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Full day spent for viewing the great predators and explore the parks amazingly high concentration of wild animals. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive Cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During the stay we also have an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
After breakfast, head south, passing through Naivasha town and drive around the southern end of the lake, past the flower farms to the entrance of Hell’s Gate National Park. Soon after you enter the park the impressive landscape unfolds before you – a semi-arid world with sheer rugged cliffs, open plains and deep concealed gorges. There are many activities you can do in Hell’s Gate including, walking, cycling, rock climbing, bird watching and trekking through the gorge amongst the geysers – the choice is yours. Enjoy picnic lunch, then mid-afternoon depart for your accommodation on Lake Naivasha for a well-earned hot shower and cold drink.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Logde
We depart to Amboseli via Nairobi in the morning after breakfast and drive south through Masai country to the plains below Mt. Kilimanjaro where Amboseli is situated. After a picnic lunch enroute we enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park before setting up camp in preparation for the evening. With the majestic backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro, spectacular displays of wildlife – lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, cheetah, buffalo and various plains’ game, postcard perfect pictures are almost always guaranteed. Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp
You will wake up very early at 5:00 am, after breakfast you will be driven back to Nairobi for your flight to Zanzibar Island at 9:00 a.m. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you will meet Ocean blue’s chauffeur and take you to your hotel. You will have good time. This will be your residence for the next 4 days-relaxing. Accommodation: DoubleTree Zanzibar by Hilton Nungwi
Today after you enjoy your full buffet breakfast, you will enjoy a full day uninterrupted relaxing time. After the long game drives viewing wildlife, you will be having free time in a cool and quite environment. This day will be well spent in the beach.
Accommodation: DoubleTree Zanzibar by Hilton Nungwi
Optional: At an extra cost
Today you go on an excursion to the spice and fruit plantations close to Stone town for the famous Spice Tour. We have developed a special Spice Tour with in depth information not only about spices, but also organically grown herbs and a detailed description about their traditional uses in medicine cosmetics and cooking. After the tour we invite for an opulent lunch at our guides’ home, where you can taste the spices and fruits.
Accommodation: DoubleTree Zanzibar by Hilton Nungwi
Spice tour – $200 per person
Blue Safari – $350 per person.
After breakfast, it will yet another day you will spend at the beach relaxing. This day you will have ample to refresh your mind and body. It will be your last full day at the beach and therefore enjoy it to the fullest! In the evening you can now go back to the resort to enjoy your dinner.
Accommodation: DoubleTree Zanzibar by Hilton Nungwi
After a luxurious Safari experience and a relaxing beach holiday, bid farewell to Tanzania as you are transferred to the airport for your flight home.