24 days tour

Ultimate East Africa: Mountains & The Masai Mara

This tour includes:

Guide

Kenya & Uganda portion: 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) as head guide/cook and driver, certified safari guides/drivers, certified mountain gorilla trackers, local guides. Tanzania portion: 1 CEO, certified safari guides/drivers, local guides.

Meals

22 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 13 dinners

Others

Your G for Good Moment: AidChild Cafe & Gallery, Kayabwe Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Village Visit and Lunch, Mto wa Mbu Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group, Nairobi Your Discover Moment: Jinja. Wildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve. Safari in Lake Nakuru National Park. Guided mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi with permits. Entrance and chimpanzee tracking in Kalinzu Forest Reserve. Tea plantation visit. Transfer from Jinja to Nairobi. Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park and in Ngorongoro Crater. Ferry to Zanzibar. Stone Town orientation walk. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Transport

7-seat 4x4 safari van, Lando (overland adventure vehicle), 4x4 safari vehicles, minibus, walking, shared shuttle, private shuttle, tuk-tuk, ferry.

Accommodation

Basic hotel (3 nts, single or twin-share), permanent tented camp (2 nts), participation camping (11 nts), full-service camping (2 nts), hostels (5 nts, multi-share with 3-4 people).

Hygieneprotocol

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Not included:

Others

Nairobi - Bomas of Kenya Tour (26-65USD per person) - The Carnivore Restaurant (51-82USD per person) - Railway Museum (6USD per person) - Karen Blixen Museum (34-73USD per person) - David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Visit (26-65USD per person) - National Museum (21-33USD per person) Masai Mara - Masai Mara Balloon Safari Eldoret - Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos Lake Bunyonyi - Swimming - Canoe Rental (10USD per person) - Nature Walk (5USD per person) - Motorboat Tour of Lake Bunyonyi (25-80USD per person) - Bird Watching Walk (5USD per person) Kalinzu Forest Reserve - Boat Cruise (30USD per person) Lake Mburo - Lake Mburo Boat Safari (70USD per person) Lake Mburo National Park - Nature Walk (10USD per person) Jinja - Quad Biking (99USD per person) - Nile River Kayaking (140-160USD per person) - Bungee Jumping (115USD per person) - Nile River Sunset Cruise (45USD per person) - Jinja River Rafting (140USD per person) Mabira Forest - Mabira Forest Mountain Biking (45USD per person, 180USD per group) Serengeti National Park - Serengeti Balloon Safari Arusha - Zanzibar Express Stone Town - Stone Town Walking Tour (20-40USD per person) - House of Wonders (5USD per person) - Christ Church Cathedral & Old Slave Market (5USD per person) - Sultan's Palace Museum (3USD per person) Jambiani - Swimming Jozani Forest - Jozani Forest Tour (35-150USD per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

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Itinerary of your trip Ultimate East Africa: Mountains & The Masai Mara

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

      Day 1: Nairobi

      Arrive at anytime. Prepare for tomorrowโ€™s early morning by checking out the hotel bar with your newest friends. Travelling can take a lot out of you so sit back, fill those food and drink needs, and spend a chill night becoming familiar with your group and CEO. Accommodation: - Kenia Campsite (or similar). Included Activities: - Connect With New Friends - Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group Additional Notes: Please make sure you have all of the necessary visas for this tour by the time of the welcome meeting. It is very important to read the visa section in our trip details to make sure you have the ones you will need, if any. Please note that not all nationalities are able to obtain a visa on arrival at the border.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Nairobi/Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Nairobi/Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Hit the road and journey through the Great Rift Valley today on the way to one of the most famous national parks in Africa and Kenyaโ€™s premier wildlife reserve. Stretch those legs and take in your surroundings before heading on a late afternoon wildlife safari drive with excellent chances of seeing the โ€œbig fiveโ€. This natural environment coupled with the parkโ€™s varied wildlife provides for a spectacular safari experience. Accommodation: - Kenia Campsite (or similar). Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Transport: - Safari Vehicle 07:00 Hr(s) Included Activities: - Masai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive

  • Day 3 Day 3: Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Masai Mara (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Grab those cameras and jump in the safari vehicle with your driver/guide to spot wildlife in the Masai Mara National Reserve. Listen to your guide describe the African bush as you traverse one of the worldโ€™s top safari destinations. Masai Mara is known for its abundance of big cats and wildebeest (see if you can capture a picture of one)! Accommodation: - Kenia Campsite (or similar). Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Transport: - Safari Vehicle Included Activities: - Masai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive Optional Extras to chose from: - Masai Mara Balloon Safari Additional Notes: Please note: if you have pre-booked the Masai Mara Balloon Safari, today's likely the day for this activity! Your CEO will give you final confirmation when it will take place, as it is subject to change. You will miss the included morning wildlife safari drive with the group, but you will have a much better view from above!

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Tour leaving from Nairobi

Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, is a vibrant and lively city. With a unique combination of wildlife, culture, and modernity, Nairobi offers a unique experience for travelers. From Nairobi National Park to the Maasai Market, there are plenty of attractions to explore. Additionally, the city has a vibrant nightlife and a rich history that can be discovered in its museums.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 39

This experience is only available for adults within this age range.

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