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Tour Overview
Embark on a 12-day adventure through the heart of East Africa, exploring the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of Kenya and Tanzania. Begin your journey in Nairobi, then venture to Amboseli National Park for breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and encounters with majestic elephants. Cross into Tanzania to discover the vibrant ecosystems of Lake Manyara and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, home to the Big Five. Experience the iconic Serengeti National Park, renowned for its spectacular wildlife migrations. Conclude your safari in the Masai Mara, where you can enjoy thrilling game drives and the option of a hot air balloon ride for a unique perspective. With comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and seamless transfers, this small group tour offers an unforgettable exploration of East Africa's natural wonders. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi
Location: Nairobi
Accommodation Name: hotel
On arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta international Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the evening, just a short drive away. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 2: Amboseli National Park
Location: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation Name: Amboseli National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nairobi - Amboseli National Park. This morning you will be transferred to Amboseli National Park, best known for its unrivalled views of Kilimanjaro and the local elephant population. There are over 1000 elephants in the parks eco-system, featuring some of the largest in Africa. Arrive just in time for lunch and later enjoy your first game drive through the park.
Day 3: Amboseli National Park
Location: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation Name: Amboseli National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
As the sun rises on another day in Amboseli, get up early to make the most of the early morning games drives. This time of day is also the best chance you may have of seeing Mt Kilimanjaro in all its glory. Amboseli is a photographer’s paradise with the snows of Kilimanjaro, white and crystalline forming a majestic backdrop to one of Kenya’ most spectacular displays of wildlife – lion, elephant, rhino, cheetah buffalo and a host of plain’s game.
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park
Location: Lake Manyara National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Amboseli National Park - Lake Manyara National Park - Karatu (Tanzania). Leaving the incredible scenic land of Amboseli behind, travel into neighbouring Tanzania where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge before continuing your journey to Lake Manyara National Park.
Lake Manyara National Park encompasses three distinct habitats including a lush groundwater forest, open floodplains and acacia woodlands. Large buffalo, wildebeest and zebra herds can be seen on the grassy plains, as do giraffes, where as the narrow belt of acacia woodland is the favoured haunt of Manyara’s legendary tree-climbing lions and impressively tusked elephants. Squadrons of banded mongoose dart between the acacias, while the diminutive Kirk’s dik-dik forages in their shade. Explore Manyara on an afternoon game drive before travelling on to your lodge in the evening.
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater
Location: Ngorongoro Crater
Accommodation Name: Karatu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
An early departure this morning will take you to the incredible Ngorongoro Crater. Descend down to the crater floor for a full day game drive. This incredible formation is part of the larger Ngorongoro Conservation Area, which covers more than 8300 square kilometres. The actual crater is 260 square kilometres and 620m deep. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to about 25,000 animals and is one of the last places in Tanzania where the Big Five can be seen. Additionally, the Ngorongoro Crater is unique because it is a multi-use conservation area - where the animals and environment are protected but the Masai are allowed to live and continue their pastoral lifestyle.
Day 6: Serengeti National Park
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ngorongoro Highlands - Serengeti National Park. Travel on to Tanzania's oldest and most popular national park today. The vast open plains of the Serengeti offer arguably the most scintillating game viewing in Africa. Game drive through the park en route to your lodge, arriving in time for dinner.
Day 7-8: Serengeti National Park
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the next two days exploring the Serengeti which is renowned for its annual migration; when some six million hooves pound the open plains, as more than 200,000 zebra and 300,000 Thomson's gazelle join the wildebeest’s trek for fresh grazing. Yet even when the migration is quiet, the Serengeti offers arguably the best game-viewing in Africa: great herds of buffalo, smaller groups of elephant and giraffe, and thousands upon thousands of eland, topi, kongoni, impala and Grant’s gazelle.
Day 9-11: Masai Mara
Location: Masai Mara
Accommodation Name: camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti - Masai Mara. After breakfast on day 9, drive to the Migori Airstrip for your flight to Mara. Upon arrival you will be enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara on the way to your camp for the next three nights.
The Masai Mara is technically an extension of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park, but its rolling grasslands, meandering rivers and towering escarpments an endless amount of game viewing. Home to a wide variety of animals, the Masai Mara is also famous for its Big Five.
Depending on the lodge you're staying at enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or full day game drives within the park on days 10 and 11. There will also be the option to take an early morning balloon safari across the Masai Mara, offering an entirely different perspective of the park. As you silently float across the plains, forest and rivers for approximately one hour, your journey would come to an end back on land but accompanied with a fully cooked champagne breakfast.
Day 12: Nairobi
Location: Nairobi
Meals Included: Breakfast
It may be the last day of safari however your game viewing does not stop. Enjoy one final early morning game drive before breakfast then drive to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi, arriving around midday. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the international airport for your departure flight
What's Included
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Accommodation
11 nights mid range (3-4 star) hotels, lodges and tented camps. Accommodation upgrade available.
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Meals
11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 10 dinners are included.
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Airport Transfers
Nairobi airport arrival and departure transfer in a safari van.
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Transportation and Guide
Transportation, game drives and sightseeing as per itinerary in a private 4x4 safari land cruiser, escorted by a professional English speaking driver guide.
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Flights
Two flights: Migori - Mara and Mara - Nairobi. Luggage allowance 15kgs.
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Game Drives
Game drives in Amboseli National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park.
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Masai Mara Game Drives
Game drives and sightseeing in the Masai Mara provided by the lodge in a shared 4x4 safari vehicle with professional English speaking guides.
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Water
1 litre of water per person per day while you are in our safari vehicle.
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Park Entrance Fees
Park entrance fees are included.
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Medical Evacuation Cover
Flying doctors’ medical evacuation cover is provided.
What's Not Included
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International Flights and Visas
International flights and visas are not included.
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Tipping
Tipping is an entirely personal gesture and is not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities are not included.
Age Policy
Some lodges will not accept children aged under 12. Please check with supplier. IMPORTANT: South Africa and Botswana regulations aimed at fighting child trafficking:'All parents travelling with children into or out of SA and/or Botswana may be asked to show the child’s unabridged (full) birth certificate, and where only one parent is accompanying, parental or legal consent for the child to travel (eg an affidavit from the other parent, a court order or – if applicable – a death certificate). You should travel with these documents in case you’re asked to provide them. There are other requirements for children travelling unaccompanied or with adults who are not their parents.' Tell pax to contact the South African High Commission, South African Department of Home Affairs and/or the Botswana High Commission for further information. ...more ...less
Mode of Transport
Travel in a private 4x4 safari land cruiser with a professional English-speaking driver guide. Enjoy two flights between Migori, Mara, and Nairobi, with a luggage allowance of 15kgs. Game drives and sightseeing are included as per the itinerary.
Accommodation
Enjoy 11 nights in mid-range (3-4 star) hotels, lodges, and tented camps, with an option for accommodation upgrades. Experience comfort and convenience as you explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of East Africa.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 11 nights in mid-range (3-4 star) hotels, lodges, and tented camps. There is an option to upgrade the accommodation if desired.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 10 dinners.
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What kind of transportation is used during the safari?
Transportation, game drives, and sightseeing are conducted in a private 4x4 safari land cruiser, escorted by a professional English-speaking driver guide. Additionally, there are two flights included: Migori to Mara and Mara to Nairobi.
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Is there a luggage allowance for the flights included in the tour?
Yes, there is a luggage allowance of 15kgs for the flights from Migori to Mara and Mara to Nairobi.
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What is the water provision during the safari?
The tour provides 1 litre of water per person per day while you are in the safari vehicle.
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Are park entrance fees included in the tour cost?
Yes, park entrance fees are included in the tour cost.
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What kind of medical support is available during the tour?
The tour includes flying doctors’ medical evacuation cover for emergencies.
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What optional activities are available during the tour?
One of the optional activities available is an early morning balloon safari across the Masai Mara, which offers a unique perspective of the park and includes a fully cooked champagne breakfast upon landing.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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On The Go Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform on the go tours, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
The Best of East Africa - 12 days
12 Days Starting and ending in Nairobi, Kenya
Visiting: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
747/BEA
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
Some lodges will not accept children aged under 12. Please check with supplier. IMPORTANT: South Africa and Botswana regulations aimed at fighting child trafficking:'All parents travelling with children into or out of SA and/or Botswana may be asked to sh
