DESTINATION

ITINERARY:

Day 1: OCT 14 - OVERNIGHT FLIGHT TO AFRICA.

Day 2: OCT 15 - WELCOME TO NAIROBI. Arrive in the vibrant city of Nairobi and transfer to the luxurious Movenpick Hotel. Settle into your Superior room and enjoy the city at your own pace, with breakfast included.

Day 3: Oct 16 - EXPLORING NAIROBI. Kickstart your adventure with an early excursion to Nairobi National Park. Witness a rich tapestry of wildlife, including majestic lions, sleek leopards, and graceful giraffes. Marvel at the park's conservation success with its notable population of endangered black rhinos. Next, visit the heartwarming Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to meet orphaned elephants and hear their poignant stories. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at Tamarind Brasserie before an afternoon steeped in history at the Karen Blixen Museum. Cap your day with a visit to the Giraffe Centre, where you can feed and interact with endangered Rothschild giraffes. Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Day 4: OCT 17 -JOURNEY TO AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK. After a hearty breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for your flight to the iconic Amboseli National Park. Upon arrival, check into the charming Kibo Safari Camp. Savor lunch before embarking on an afternoon game drive, where you can spot elephants against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Return to the camp for a cozy night in your deluxe tent, enjoying full board services.

Day 5: OCT 18 - AMBOSELI ADVENTURE. Experience the thrill of a dawn game drive, followed by a leisurely breakfast. Spend the morning soaking up the serene surroundings. After lunch, head out for another exciting game drive, capturing the breathtaking African sunset. Overnight at Kibo Safari Camp with all meals included.

Day 6: OCT 19 - AMBOSELI TO LAKE NAIVASHA. Depart early for the scenic drive to Lake Naivasha. Check into Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge just in time for lunch. Enjoy a tranquil boat ride on Lake Naivasha, where hippos and a variety of bird species thrive. Return to the lodge for dinner and a restful night.

Day 7: OCT 20 - LAKE NAKURU EXCURSION. Embark on a full-day adventure to Lake Nakuru National Park. Witness the park's famous birdlife, including flamingos, and spot rhinos and Rothschild giraffes. Enjoy lunch at Sarova Lion Hill before returning to Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 8: OCT 21 - LAKE NAIVASHA TO MASAI MARA. Travel through the Great Rift Valley to the legendary Maasai Mara. Arrive for lunch at Mara Maisha Camp. After a brief rest, set off on a game drive and visit a local Maasai village. Overnight in a Deluxe Tent with full board services.

Day 9: OCT 22 - EXPLORING THE MASAI MARA. Immerse yourself in the wild with morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara. Marvel at the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes. Overnight at Mara Maisha Camp with all meals included.

Day 10: OCT 23 - MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE TO NAIROBI TO ARUSHA. Depart the Masai Mara, passing through scenic wheat and barley farms to Narok. Continue across the Rift Valley plains, ascending the rift escarpment on a historic road built by Italian POWs during WWII. Arrive in Nairobi around midday. Transfer to Wilson Airport for your flight to Kilimanjaro. After customs, meet our representative who will assist with your hotel transfer.

Day 11: OCT 24 - ARUSHA - TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK. After an early breakfast, depart Arusha, traveling through the picturesque Masai Steppe with its charming villages and plantations. Clear formalities at Tarangire National Park Gate and enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. After lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive, returning at sunset.

Day 12: OCT 25 - TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – KARATU. Visit the vibrant village of Mto Wa Mbu. Enjoy a guided tour of local homes, farms, bars, a school, and a church. Lunch at Ol Mesera Restaurant, with activities like live painting, ebony carving, and a Tanzanite tour. Continue to Karatu, arriving by late afternoon for check-in and leisure time.

Day 13 - OCT 26 - NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA. Early departure for Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive, where you might spot the Big Five among 30,000 mammals. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this stunning setting. Return to the lodge in the afternoon.

Day 14 - OCT 27 - RETURN TO ARUSHA. Journey back to Arusha, stopping for lunch and a visit to the SANAA Workshop. Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. OPTIONAL PRE-TRIP TO UGANDA

Day 1: OCT 10 - DEPARTURE FROM USA. Fly from USA to Entebbe. Day 2: OCT 11 - ARRIVAL IN UGANDA Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you'll be warmly greeted by our driver/guide and transferred to the luxurious Kampala Serena Hotel for an overnight stay in a deluxe room.

Day 3: OCT 12 - JOURNEY TO BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST. After an early breakfast, set off on a picturesque drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Pass through charming Ugandan villages and lush agricultural landscapes, observing locals tending their crops of millet, sorghum, beans, and maize. Enjoy a delightful lunch en route at Mbarara. Continue through the stunning Kigezi Mountains to the Buhoma sector of Bwindi, arriving at Mahogany Springs Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4: OCT 13 - GORILLA TREKKING. After breakfast, transfer to Bwindi NP headquarters for a briefing by expert guides, rangers, and trackers on the etiquette of gorilla trekking. Embark on an exhilarating hike into the forest with a packed lunch in search of the majestic gorillas. Return to the lodge for a leisurely afternoon and evening to relax and share your unforgettable experiences. *$1000 NON-REFUNDABLE ENTRANCE FEE REQUIRED.

Day 5: OCT 14 - LAKE MBURO SAFARI. After breakfast, board your safari vehicle and enjoy a scenic drivethrough the breathtaking Kigezi Mountains, with stops along theway. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Mbarara before continuingto Lake Mburo National Park. Check in at the beautiful MihingoLodge and embark on an exciting late afternoon game drive. Relaxand enjoy dinner surrounded by nature.

Day 6: OCT 15 - RETURN TO ENTEBBE. Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Lake MburoNational Park. After breakfast at the lodge, drive back to Entebbe, with a memorable stop at the Equator for photos. Continue toEntebbe Airport for your onward international flight to Kenya, concluding your unforgettable Ugandan adventure.