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Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kenya Wildlife Service Conservation Talk, Lake Nakuru National Park Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Café Ubuntu and Ubuntu Made, Maai Mahiu Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Serengeti Wildlife Research Centre Lecture, Serengeti National Park Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Clean Cookstove Project Talk, Mto wa Mbu Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Village Visit and Lunch, Mto wa Mbu Your G for Good Moment: Clean Cookstove Project Visit, Mto wa Mbu. Arrival transfer. Wildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Nakuru, Lake Manyara, and the Serengeti. Boat trip on Lake Naivasha and wildlife walk on Crescent Island. Entrance to Olduvai Gorge Museum. Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Flights

Internal flights included. *** All other flights are not included.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, certified driver/guide.

Accommodation

Hotels (4 nts), safari lodge (4 nts), comfortable tented camps (5 nts).

Transport

7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle, plane, boat, walking.

Meals

13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinners

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Day 1 Day 1: Nairobi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Nairobi

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
Our trips throughout Kenya and Tanzania have a maximum group size of six travellers in addition to a CEO and a driver who are both trained safari guides. That means everyone gets a window seat and twice the insight about the astounding wildlife all around you.

Accommodation:
- Jacaranda Hotel (or similar).

Transport:
- Arrival Transfer

Included Activities:
- Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting
Day 2 Day 2: Nairobi/Lake Nakuru National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Nairobi/Lake Nakuru National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Depart early for Lake Nakuru, known for harbouring flocks of pink flamingos and a rich variety of bird species. Arrive at our safari lodge inside Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch, and seek out the resident rhinos on a late afternoon wildlife drive.

Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Safari Vehicle 03:00 - 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Lake Nakuru Wildlife Safari Drive
Day 3 Day 3: Lake Nakuru National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Lake Nakuru National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Set out on morning and afternoon safaris through the picturesque park, searching for rhinos, buffalo, impalas, lions, and more; and drive along the salty shores of Lake Nakuru to discover a mind-boggling variety of birds. Later, hear from a representative of the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)—a government institution dedicated to managing the country’s wildlife—about the issues surrounding poaching and rhino conservation.

Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Safari Vehicle

Included Activities:
- Lake Nakuru Wildlife Safari Drive
- Kenya Wildlife Service Conservation Talk
Day 4 Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park/Lake Naivasha (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park/Lake Naivasha (1B, 1L, 1D)

Head south through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, a large freshwater lake surrounded by grassy banks and olive trees. Cruise the lake on a boat, watching for hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo; and peer through your binoculars to spot lovebirds, ibis, and the African fish eagle. Step ashore at Crescent Island—a peaceful wildlife sanctuary located in the middle of the lake— and enjoy a guided stroll in search of wildebeest, zebras, and giraffes.
The name Naivasha comes from the Maasai “Nai’posha”, which means “rough water”, though Lake Naivasha is generally calm as we watch for hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife. Bring your binoculars and scan for lovebirds, ibis, and fish eagles, watch buffaloes wallow in the swamps and listen to colobus monkeys call from the treetops.

Accommodation:
- Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Safari Vehicle 02:00 - 02:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Lake Naivasha & Crescent Island
Day 5 Day 5: Lake Naivasha/Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Lake Naivasha/Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)

Travel to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve and settle into our comfortable tented camp, located in the heart of the reserve. Head out for an afternoon safari through vast, acacia-dotted plains, driving past throngs of wildebeest, zebra, and giraffes; and keep an eye out for lions, elephants, and the rest of the African “big five.” In the evening, relax at the camp and enjoy scenic views of the rolling plains.
After breakfast, we depart for the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve. No trip to Kenya would be complete without a visit here. In the afternoon, we will arrive in the area, and get settled at our safari camp, our base for our time here. Then we’ll make our way into the reserve for an afternoon wildlife safari drive, with excellent chances of seeing the "big five": buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, and rhino.

Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Camp (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Safari Vehicle 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Masai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive

Additional Notes: The road in and back out of the park is very rough and very bumpy, but once you catch a glimpse of the stunning wildlife, it is worth a bit of discomfort.
Day 6 Day 6: Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)

Venture out on an early morning safari to track the animals that traversed the savanna during the night. View ungulates like Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, topi and eland antelopes—as well as their stealthy predators—at one of their most active times of the day. Continue your exploration on a late afternoon safari, discovering the timeless landscapes of Masai Mara.

Accommodation:
- Fig Tree Camp (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Safari Vehicle

Included Activities:
- Masai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive
Day 7 Day 7: Masai Mara/Nairobi (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Masai Mara/Nairobi (1B, 1L)

Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the savanna during your final safari in Masai Mara, and head back to Nairobi. Stop en route at Café Ubuntu, a G Adventures–supported project that trains and employs local women and mothers of children with disabilities. Café Ubuntu is an oasis with delicious organic food, hospitable staff, and a relaxing atmosphere based in Maai Mahiu. It is a beacon for tourists who drive through the area each year on their way to the famous Maasai Mara conservancy. Learn about how the initiative empowers the community, visit the craft centre to meet some of the women who create the wares sold there, and then sit down for a delicious farm-to-table lunch. Options range from breakfast tacos, soups, and salads, to freshly made pizzas, curry dishes, and burritos.
Rise early for a final morning wildlife safari drive, enjoying the African sun as it rises over the savannah of the Mara plains. Return to Nairobi in the late afternoon and opt to join the CEO in a farewell dinner.

Accommodation:
- Jacaranda Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Safari Vehicle 05:30 - 06:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Masai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive
- Café Ubuntu and Ubuntu Made
Day 8 Day 8: Nairobi/Arusha (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Nairobi/Arusha (1B)

Fly to Arusha, gateway to the Serengeti and the northern parks of Tanzania, and settle into your lodge.

Accommodation:
- Kibo Palace Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Arrival Airport Transfer: Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha 00:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos
Day 9 Day 9: Arusha/Lake Manyara National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Arusha/Lake Manyara National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

This morning, make your way to Mto wa Mbu village, a vibrant settlement of Tanzania’s diverse tribal groups. Take a guided walk through the village, visiting the local market and meeting artisans in their workshops; then sit down for a traditional lunch with a local family. Continue to the Rift Valley escarpment and settle into our safari camp, located at the edge of Lake Manyara National Park. Set out on our first safari drive to discover East Africa’s legendary wildlife, searching for lions, elephants, hippos, giraffes, and more.
This western wall of the Rift Valley escarpment is truly stunning. It provides a backdrop for your search of the park’s bird life, tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, and baboons. The afternoon is spent viewing wildlife along the main road that winds through a lush, cool forest that’s dominated by large ficus trees covered in bromeliads and ferns.

Accommodation:
- Rift Valley Photographic Lodge (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park 02:00 - 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Lake Manyara National Park Safari
- Mto wa Mbu Village Visit and Lunch
Day 10 Day 10: Lake Manyara National Park/Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Lake Manyara National Park/Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Travel through the breathtaking Rift Valley en route to our safari camp in Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a stop along the way at the Olduvai Gorge Museum and Visitor’s Centre—located near the site where National Geographic archaeologists Louis and Mary Leakey discovered early hominid fossils and stone tools in 1960. From here, continue to the world-famous Serengeti National Park and head out on a late afternoon safari drive across the Serengeti Plain, keeping an eye out for grazing giraffes, lounging lions, and herds of antelope in the golden light.

Accommodation:
- Serengeti Tortilis Camps (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Lake Manyara National Park to Serengeti National Park 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Olduvai Gorge Museum
- Serengeti National Park Safari
Day 11 Day 11: Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Immerse yourself in the splendor of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Discover the park’s iconic creatures when you set out in a 4x4 on morning and afternoon safaris through the golden grasslands. With luck, spot all of Africa’s “big five”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. Later, visit the Serengeti Wildlife Research Centre, and enjoy a talk by one of the visiting researchers.

Accommodation:
- Serengeti Tortilis Camps (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Serengeti National Park

Included Activities:
- Serengeti National Park Safari
- Serengeti Wildlife Research Centre Lecture
Day 12 Day 12: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro (1B, 1L, 1D)

Depart from the Serengeti early and travel across the vast savanna to the Ngorongoro Conservation area. Spanning more than 20 kilometres in diameter, the Ngorongoro Crater is the largest non-flooded caldera in the world and is inhabited by some 25,000 animals. Set out on a full-day safari drive into the Ngorongoro Crater and observe the biodiversity and resident wild animals in this incredibly important location to the conservation and protection of global wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the world’s largest caldera surrounded by Ngorongoro’s flora and fauna. Then, travel to our accommodations in Pembeni for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay in a pristine wilderness setting.

Accommodation:
- Pembeni Rhotia (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Ngorongoro Crater Full Day Safari Drive

Additional Notes: Please note that due to the high-altitude location of our camp, temperatures can drop at night. We recommend bringing extra layers to wear during the evening and following morning.
Day 13 Day 13: Ngorongoro/Arusha (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Ngorongoro/Arusha (1B, 1L)

Leave Ngorongoro behind this morning and travel from our lodge in Pembeni to a Maasai village. Here, we learn about the G Adventures–supported Clean Cookstoves Project, dedicated to providing clean-burning cookstoves to Maasai communities throughout Tanzania. Enjoy a presentation by a Maasai woman on the impact of the project, and take a guided tour of the village, visiting traditional homes or bomas and helping build a new stove. Continue to Arusha stopping en route for lunch. Spend the remainder of the day in the safari capital city of Tanzania, at your own leisure.

Accommodation:
- Kibo Palace Hotel (or similar).

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Ngorongoro to Arusha 04:00 - 05:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Clean Cookstove Project Talk
- Clean Cookstove Project Visit
Day 14 Day 14: Arusha (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Arusha (1B)

Depart at any time.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

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Itinerary of your trip Safari In Kenya & Tanzania National Geographic Journeys

Day 1: Nairobi

Day 2: Nairobi/Lake Nakuru National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 3: Lake Nakuru National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park/Lake Naivasha (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 5: Lake Naivasha/Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 6: Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 7: Masai Mara/Nairobi (1B, 1L)

Day 8: Nairobi/Arusha (1B)

Day 9: Arusha/Lake Manyara National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 10: Lake Manyara National Park/Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 11: Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 12: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 13: Ngorongoro/Arusha (1B, 1L)

Day 14: Arusha (1B)

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