Day 1: Nairobi Arrival & Urban Sophistication

Welcome to Kenya’s Capital Touch down at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport where our professional team warmly welcomes you to East Africa. Transfer in comfort to the luxurious JW Marriott Nairobi, your sophisticated base for exploring Kenya’s vibrant capital city.

Luxury Accommodation Settle into your elegantly appointed standard room featuring modern amenities and stunning city views. The hotel’s contemporary design perfectly blends international luxury with authentic Kenyan hospitality.

Evening at Leisure Unwind from your international journey while enjoying the hotel’s premium facilities. Savor your first taste of East African cuisine at the hotel’s renowned restaurants or simply relax by the rooftop pool overlooking Nairobi’s dynamic skyline.

Day 2: Nairobi Conservation & Wildlife Discovery

Morning Conservation Experience Begin your wildlife adventure with a private guided tour featuring some of Kenya’s most important conservation initiatives. Your expert guide provides fascinating insights into wildlife protection efforts while traveling in a comfortable private vehicle.

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Witness the heartwarming work of elephant conservation at this world-renowned orphanage. Meet baby elephants rescued from across Kenya and learn about the dedicated efforts to return them to the wild. The intimate elephant feeding session creates magical photographic opportunities.

Nairobi National Park Adventure Experience the unique phenomenon of wildlife roaming free against a backdrop of urban skyline. This remarkable park hosts lions, rhinos, giraffes, and numerous bird species just minutes from downtown Nairobi. Professional guides share fascinating stories about urban wildlife conservation.

Giraffe Centre Encounter Get up close with endangered Rothschild giraffes at this charming conservation center. Hand-feed these gentle giants from elevated platforms while learning about giraffe conservation efforts and breeding programs.

Evening Relaxation Return to the JW Marriott for a well-deserved rest and gourmet dinner featuring both international and local cuisine specialties.

Day 3: Flight to Masai Mara Paradise

Morning Departure After a hearty breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to the world-famous Masai Mara. Enjoy spectacular aerial views of the Great Rift Valley and Kenya’s diverse landscapes during your scenic journey.

Arrival at Kichwa Tembo Land at the Masai Mara airstrip where camp representatives escort you to the prestigious Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp. This legendary camp offers unparalleled access to the Mara River and prime migration viewing areas.

Luxury Tented Accommodation Check into your spacious Superior Tent featuring elegant safari décor, comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and private verandas overlooking the vast Mara plains. The camp’s elevated position provides stunning panoramic views.

Welcome Lunch & Orientation Enjoy a delicious lunch while your camp manager briefs you on upcoming activities, wildlife movements, and safety protocols. The afternoon offers time to settle in and prepare for tomorrow’s adventures.

Day 4: Masai Mara Big Five Expedition

Dawn Game Drive Rise early for optimal wildlife viewing when animals are most active. Your professional guide navigates prime territories known for Big Five concentrations while sharing expert knowledge about animal behavior and ecosystem dynamics.

Big Five Encounters The Masai Mara hosts exceptional populations of lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinoceros. Your guide’s expertise maximizes sighting opportunities while ensuring respectful wildlife viewing practices.

Great Migration Spectacle (July-November) If visiting during migration season, witness one of nature’s most incredible phenomena. Over 1.5 million wildebeest, accompanied by zebras and gazelles, create dramatic river crossings and predator-prey interactions.

Photography Opportunities The Mara’s open plains provide excellent conditions for wildlife photography. Golden morning light creates perfect backdrops for capturing iconic African wildlife moments.

Midday Camp Return Return to Kichwa Tembo for lunch and relaxation during the warmest part of the day. Optional activities include spa treatments, cultural visits to nearby Maasai villages, or simply enjoying camp amenities.

Afternoon Game Drive Venture out again as temperatures cool for different wildlife viewing opportunities. Evening drives often reveal nocturnal animal behavior and spectacular sunset photography.

Day 5: Cross-Border Journey to Tanzania

International Transfer Adventure After breakfast, begin your exciting journey to Tanzania via multiple transport modes showcasing East Africa’s diverse landscapes. Depart the Masai Mara by light aircraft to Migori, followed by road transfer to Tarime.

Border Crossing Experience Experience the cultural transition between Kenya and Tanzania while our logistics team handles all immigration formalities. This overland portion offers authentic insights into rural East African life.

Flight to Serengeti Board your scheduled flight to Fort Ikoma, gateway to Tanzania’s legendary Serengeti National Park. Aerial views reveal the vast Serengeti ecosystem stretching endlessly toward the horizon.

Simbavati Grumeti Camp Welcome Arrive at the exclusive Simbavati Grumeti Camp, your luxury base in the western Serengeti. This intimate camp offers exceptional game viewing in a pristine wilderness setting with minimal tourist traffic.

Luxury Safari Accommodation Settle into your elegantly appointed tent featuring premium furnishings, modern bathrooms, and private decks overlooking the Grumeti River. The camp’s design maximizes wildlife viewing opportunities while maintaining guest comfort.

Day 6: Serengeti National Park Exploration

Private Serengeti Game Drive Embark on a full-day private safari with your expert Tanzanian guide through the legendary Serengeti ecosystem. This UNESCO World Heritage site hosts the world’s largest terrestrial mammal migration and incredible predator densities.

Wildlife Photography Paradise The Serengeti’s endless plains provide exceptional photography opportunities. Capture dramatic wildlife scenes against backdrop of acacia trees, rocky outcrops, and expansive grasslands stretching to distant horizons.

Picnic Lunch in the Wild Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in a scenic location while observing wildlife behavior and listening to the sounds of the African wilderness. Your guide shares fascinating insights about Serengeti ecology and conservation efforts.

Exclusive Wildlife Encounters The western Serengeti corridor offers unique wildlife viewing with fewer vehicles. Encounter large elephant herds, lion prides, cheetah families, and possibly the elusive leopard in their natural habitat.

Sunset Return Return to Simbavati Grumeti Camp as the African sun sets over the Serengeti, painting the landscape in brilliant oranges and purples. Evening brings the sounds of nocturnal Africa awakening.

Day 7: Journey to Ngorongoro Crater

Scenic Drive Across Tanzania Depart the Serengeti after breakfast for a fascinating overland journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Your private guide and vehicle ensure comfort while highlighting Tanzania’s cultural and geographical diversity.

Olduvai Gorge Discovery Stop at the famous Olduvai Gorge, known as the “Cradle of Mankind” for its significant paleontological discoveries. Learn about early human evolution and the Leakey family’s groundbreaking research in this historic location.

Cultural Learning Experience Explore the museum and interpretive center showcasing fossils, tools, and artifacts spanning millions of years of human evolution. Expert guides explain the site’s global significance to anthropological science.

Ngorongoro Crater Rim Arrival Arrive at the spectacular Melia Ngorongoro lodge perched on the crater rim with breathtaking views into the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera. This UNESCO World Heritage site promises extraordinary wildlife viewing.

Luxury Rim Accommodation Check into your Rim Room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing panoramic crater views. The lodge’s design maximizes the spectacular vistas while providing modern luxury amenities.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater World Heritage Safari

Descent into the Crater After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in this natural wildlife amphitheater. The crater floor supports an incredible concentration of animals in a relatively small area.

Big Five Guarantee Ngorongoro Crater offers virtually guaranteed Big Five sightings due to high animal densities. The crater’s unique ecosystem supports large populations of lions, elephants, buffalo, and the critically endangered black rhinoceros.

Unique Wildlife Ecosystem This collapsed volcano creates a natural enclosure supporting over 25,000 large mammals. Observe fascinating animal interactions, predator-prey relationships, and diverse bird species in this concentrated ecosystem.

Picnic by Lake Magadi Enjoy lunch beside Lake Magadi, a shallow alkaline lake attracting thousands of flamingos and other waterbirds. The lake’s mineral-rich waters create stunning photographic opportunities with pink flamingo flocks.

Cultural Heritage Learn about Maasai pastoralists who have coexisted with wildlife in this area for centuries. Their traditional lifestyle contributes to the conservation area’s unique cultural and natural heritage.

Crater Rim Return Ascend the crater rim as afternoon light bathes the landscape in golden hues. Return to Melia Ngorongoro for relaxation and gourmet dining while reflecting on the day’s incredible wildlife encounters.

Day 9: Lake Manyara Tree-Climbing Lions

Morning Departure After breakfast with spectacular crater views, depart for Lake Manyara National Park via scenic highland roads offering stunning vistas of the Great Rift Valley escarpment and traditional Tanzanian villages.

Lake Manyara Game Drive Enter Lake Manyara National Park famous for its tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and diverse ecosystems ranging from groundwater forest to alkaline lake shores.

Unique Wildlife Phenomena Search for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, a behavior rarely observed elsewhere in Africa. These magnificent cats rest in acacia trees during hot afternoon hours, creating extraordinary photographic opportunities.

Diverse Ecosystems Explore the park’s remarkable biodiversity encompassing dense woodlands, open grasslands, hot springs, and the alkaline lake supporting thousands of flamingos during peak season.

Elephant Paradise Encounter large elephant herds in the groundwater forest where ancient baobab trees and fig trees create cathedral-like settings for wildlife photography and observation.

andBeyond Lake Manyara Tree Lodge Arrive at the exclusive Lake Manyara Tree Lodge, built among mahogany trees overlooking the lake and escarpment. This intimate lodge offers luxury accommodations elevated above the forest floor.

Treetop Luxury Check into your elevated suite featuring panoramic views, modern amenities, and private decks for wildlife watching. The lodge’s design minimizes environmental impact while maximizing comfort and views.

Day 10: Farewell to Tanzania

Final Morning in Paradise Enjoy your last breakfast in the African wilderness while listening to the sounds of waking wildlife. Take final photographs and savor the peaceful atmosphere of your treetop accommodation.

Departure Journey Begin your journey home with a private vehicle transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. The route showcases Tanzania’s highland scenery, traditional villages, and coffee plantations.

Scenic Travel Experience Enjoy a packed gourmet lunch during your transfer while reflecting on ten days of incredible wildlife encounters, cultural discoveries, and luxury safari experiences across two remarkable countries.

Airport Departure Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport with memories of a lifetime and perhaps plans already forming for your return to East Africa’s magnificent wilderness.

Luxury Accommodation Portfolio

JW Marriott Nairobi – Urban Sophistication

Modern luxury in Kenya’s capital with contemporary amenities, multiple restaurants, rooftop pool, and convenient location for exploring Nairobi’s attractions.

Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp – Masai Mara

Prestigious safari camp overlooking the Mara River with superior tents, elevated dining areas, and prime access to migration crossing points.

Simbavati Grumeti Camp – Western Serengeti

Exclusive luxury camp in pristine wilderness setting with spacious tents, gourmet dining, and exceptional game viewing opportunities.

Melia Ngorongoro – Crater Rim Lodge

Spectacular lodge perched on crater rim featuring panoramic views, luxury rooms, international cuisine, and convenient crater access.

Lake Manyara Tree Lodge – Treetop Experience

Unique elevated lodge among mahogany trees with luxury suites, world-class service, and unparalleled forest canopy experience.

Complete Safari Package Inclusions

Accommodation Excellence

• 2 nights JW Marriott Nairobi (Standard Room with breakfast)
• 2 nights Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp (Superior Tent)
• 2 nights Simbavati Grumeti Camp (Luxury Safari Tent)
• 2 nights Melia Ngorongoro (Crater Rim Room)
• 1 night Lake Manyara Tree Lodge (Elevated Suite)

All Meals & Beverages

• Daily breakfast in Nairobi
• All meals at safari camps and lodges
• Local brand beverages at safari properties
• Refreshments during game drives
• Gourmet picnic lunches during transfers

Transportation & Transfers

• All airport and airstrip transfers
• Private vehicle and driver-guide (6 days)
• Scenic inter-camp flights as specified
• International airport departure transfer

Activities & Experiences

• David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust visit
• Nairobi National Park game drive
• Giraffe Centre conservation experience
• Daily shared game drives in Masai Mara
• Private Serengeti game drives
• Full-day Ngorongoro Crater safari
• Lake Manyara game drive with tree-climbing lions
• Olduvai Gorge historical site visit

Professional Services

• Expert English-speaking guides
• Park fees and conservation charges
• Government taxes and service charges