14 Days Tanzania – Kenya Grand Circle Safaris

Journey time: 6 – 7 Hours

Pick-up Time: 06:30AM. Depart after breakfast to the land of endless skies, dust-red plains and palm-fringed rivers – Samburu National Game Reserve lies on the fringes of the vast and semi-arid park located on the banks of the Ewaso Ng'iro River near Mount Kenya. The reserve is the home of ‘‘Kamunyak’’ a lioness famous for adopting Oryx calves.

Samburu National Reserve – Was one of the two areas in which conservationists George and Joy Adamson raised Elsa the Lioness. Their story was made famous by the bestselling book and award-winning movie "Born Free”. Elegance is on display with several large game species common to Kenya's northern plains; the gerenuks a unique gazelle with a long neck that stands on its hind legs, the Grevy's zebras with huge fury ears, Somali ostriches with distinct blue legs and the shy Oryx. Elephant, Leopards, Cheater, lions and crocodile are guaranteed sightings. Morning, afternoon, and evening’s game drive then return to lodge for time to relax, with sundowner’s cocktails. Dinner included.

Overnight: Samburu Intrepids

Meal Plan: Full Board

Journey Time: 3 – 4 Hours

Lunch and Dinner will be served at Sweetwaters Serena Camp. Depart after breakfast and travel south along the scenic flanks of Mount Kenya to Sweetwaters. This will be your vantage point for exploring the riches of Ol Pejeta Ranch and Laikipia plateau. Ol Pejeta Game Conservancy boasts a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any other Kenyan national park. Enjoy unprecedented opportunities for wildlife during your game drive in the Ol Pajeta Ranch – Sightings of the Big Five (elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo, and leopard).

Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Journey Time: 3 – 4 hours

After breakfast, drive to Thomson Falls and feel the cooling mist from its 236-foot cascade that feeds the dense forest below. Thereafter, travel to Lake Elementaita; arriving for lunch at Lake Elementaita Serena Lodge. After lunch go explore Soysambu Ranch on a game drive and enjoy an iconic Walk to the “Out of Africa” plains for panoramic views of the conservancy – enjoy a sundowner at Soysambu. The sundowner is an essential part of safari life and dates back to the time of the great safaris of the 1920’s. Timed to start as the sun begins its descent, the sundowner experience begins with a gentle evening game drive, arriving at the sundowner site just as the evening sky turns gold-pink. Return to the lodge to refresh for dinner and recuperate.

The Soysambu Conservancy (a UNESCO Heritage Site) – was established in 2007 with an aimed at conserving the flora, fauna and the amazing scenery, the ranch is situated northwest of Gilgil, in the Rift Valley Province, Kenya. This stunning Conservancy is 190 sq.km and borders the Elementaita Badlands as well shares a 12.1 km boundary with Lake Nakuru National Park to the west. In the colonial times, the ranch was farmed by Lord Delamere's family since it was founded in 1906. The current operations at the ranch include a large beef herd, a hay baling operation and an agro-forestry enterprise among others. Some scenes of the popular “tomb raider” film and several others were filmed here.

Overnight: Lake Elementaita Serena Lodge

Meal Plan: Full Board

Journey Time: 4 – 5 Hours

Depart Elementaita/Soysambu for Masai Mara National Reserve (the 7th Natural Wonder of the World) travelling through floor of the Great Rift Valley. Arriving in a good time for lunch at Mara Serena Safari Lodge. Lunch is followed by at game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve. On your afternoon safari expect to spot the immense “Big-Five” Lion, Rhino, Buffaloes, Cheater and Elephant and the popular Wildebeest of the Mara – this is crowned with splendid scenic views at sunset!: A family of cheetah sunning themselves sleepily on a rock, the drama of a lion makes a kill just 15–20 feet away from you, or the thrill of elephant charge – The trees in the distance turn out to be giraffe’s family – The clump of bushes is a pride of lions – And the rock that moves may be a rhino lumbering out of your way! Return to the lodge late evening to refresh for dinner – at leisure.

Masai Mara National Reserve – This is one of Kenya’s undisputed natural highlights, which sprawls across more than 1500 square kilometres of the country’s southwest. The park protects a phenomenal array of game, including elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo, as well as crocodile and hippopotamus in the Mara River. The birdlife is impressive, with over 450 resident bird species. However, the true highlight here is the Great Migration, recognised as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World: To survive the dry months of July to September, some 1.7 million wildebeest, migrate into Masai Mara from the parched plains of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Along with much smaller numbers of antelope, buffalo and zebra. In their wake come predators such as crocodiles, lion, hyena and cheetah, for whom these giant herds are an easy source of prey.

Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Meal Plan: Full Board

Pick-up Time: 06:30AM. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the lodge). Enjoy an early breakfast at the lodge and go explore of the stunning Masai Mara. Your safari is set to proceed at a slower pace for a great experience! – viewing huge populations of grazers especially the migrant wildebeest and zebras together with the giraffes, hippos struggling to survive the big cats! You may spice up your Masai Mara experience by sampling a few extra optional activities such as a hot-air-balloon-ride, guided nature and birding trails, or simply head out to explore the popular Masai Cultural Village and their traditional folkways.

The Masai Mara Safari Experience – Feel the magic of 7th Natural Wonder of the World – a spectacular watch of the immense “Big-Five” Lion, Rhino, Buffaloes, Cheetah and Elephant and the wildebeest migration from Serengeti-park Tanzania into Masai Mara-Kenya. A family of cheetah sunning themselves sleepily on a rock, the drama of a lion as it makes a kill just 15-20 feet away from you, or the thrill of an elephant charge. The trees in the distance turn out to be giraffe’s family. The clump of bushes is a pride of lions. And the rock that moves may be a rhino lumbering out of your way – endless opportunities to fill an album of treasured memories. The expertise of our safari guide will maximize your chances of experiencing all the splendours of Masai Mara and beyond!

Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Meal Plan: Full Board

Journey Time: 4 – 5 Hours

Pick-up Time: 06:30AM. After any early breakfast you will be handed a lunchbox from the lodge and check-out. Thereafter, depart Mara Serena Safari Lodge for Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park through Isebania Border. Upon completing immigration formalities, enjoy your packed lunch and penetrate the spectacular Western Serengeti. Your holiday adventure begins here with a game drive on your way to the lodge. Upon arrival at Serengeti Semetu Camp; check-in and stay at leisure. Dinner included.

Overnight: Serengeti Semetu Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Pick-up Time: 06:30AM. Immersed into Africa’s wild beauty with a full day of exploration in this splendid park. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the camp, in addition to the morning and afternoon game drives; enjoy an optional hot-air-balloon-safari and guided nature walks. While the annual migration is the park’s iconic attraction, the park is also famous for a huge lion population. Additionally, to the other wildlife spotted includes cheetah, zebra, giraffe, both Gazelle species, eland, klipspringer, hippos.

Serengeti National Park – Is a vast diverse national park, situated in the northern Tanzania and stretches over a record 14,763 sq.km of the savannah plains and the savannah woodlands. It extends to the eastern Mara Region and north-eastern Simiyu Region. The park is one of Tanzania’s oldest – established in 1940. The Serengeti is best known for the world’s largest annual animal migration of over 1.5 million wildebeest and over 250,000 zebra along with smaller herds of Thomson's gazelle and eland. Furthermore, the Serengeti is home to Africa’s largest lion population with other sought-after big cats!

Overnight: Serengeti Semetu Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Pick-up Time: 06:30AM. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served at the lodge. Embark on another game drive to the south of Serengeti National Park – You will realize that no words can do justice to the wonders of the fabled Serengeti. The name originates from a Maasai language meaning “endless plains,” and that is what stretches before you. In this land of infinite vistas, reality becomes dreamlike. Thundering herds, with an abundance of natural beauty make Serengeti one of the most iconic places on earth.

Overnight: Serengeti Semetu Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

Journey Time: Approx. 4 Hours

Pick-up Time: 06:30AM. Early breakfast at the lodge with a lunchbox included. Check-out and depart Serengeti for Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area.

En-route, stopover to explore the world-famous Olduvai Gorge pre-historic site where the fossils of early man were founded “The Cradle of Mankind”. Then proceed on to the truly astounding sight of Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s largest and most perfect volcanic craters! Called “the eighth wonder of the world,” it is an utterly unique biosphere that has remained virtually unchanged since the dawn of time. Deep within the crater, enclosed by towering walls, some over 20,000 large mammals wander the plains, lakes, and forests of this land that time forgot, dominated by enormous bull elephants, rhinos, lions, and a glorious variety of birdlife. Enjoy your picnic lunch within the crater-floor. Arriving at the lodge will be towards the evening – Check-in and fresh for dinner at leisure.

Overnight: The Retreat at Ngorongoro

Meal Plan: Full Board

Journey Time: Approx. 1 Hour – to Manyara

Pick-up Time: 09:00AM. Breakfast at the lodge and check-out as scheduled for pickup. Thereafter, be dropped off at Lake Manyara Airstrip for your coastal flight to Zanzibar

Upon landing at ZNZ (Abeid Amani Karume Int. Airport) – be received by our representative for a transfer to the resort. Check-in and have a late lunch with the rest of the day at leisure – Best time for personal engagements and relaxation. Dinner inclusive.

Overnight: Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa – or similar.

Meal Plan: Full Board

This day is all about the beach! Right outside your resort, there's a beautiful beach waiting for you. You can do whatever you like: relax, swim in the clear water, or play in the sand. The waves will make a calming sound as they come to shore, and you can take pictures to remember this special day. If you want more fun, there are some extra activities you can pay for, like water sports or having a picnic on the beach. Whether you want a quiet day or an exciting one, today will be full of great moments by the sea. During your stay, you can request for any activity of your interest such as; a sunset dhow cruise, Jozan forest tour, snorkelling, Blue Safari, Prison island tour, tour to Nakupenda Island among others, and make your Zanzibar holiday more awesome and memorable.

Suggested Excursion on request basis: Stone Town and Spice Farm Tour

Discover the vibrant history and flavors of Zanzibar on the Stone Town and Spice Farm Tour. Begin your journey in Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where winding alleys, bustling bazaars, and historic buildings tell the tale of the island's rich cultural heritage. Marvel at the architectural splendor of landmarks such as the House of Wonders and the Sultan's Palace, and immerse yourself in the local culture. Then, venture into the lush countryside to visit a spice farm, where you can see, smell, and taste a variety of spices that have made Zanzibar famous. Learn about the cultivation and uses of spices like cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and experience the island's agricultural traditions.
Overnight: Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa – or similar.

Meal Plan: Full Board

Journey Time: Approx. 1 Hour

Pick-up Time: Flexible. Breakfast included at the resort – the standard check-out time is 10:00AM. Based on your out bound flight timing, be picked and transfer to the airport. Arrive and check-in for your outbound flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast only