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Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
USD 9700
JAN-DEC
10 NIGHTS
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We are able to vary the price of this trip considerably, simply by swapping out the lodges that it contains. This is likely to have a very significant effect on the level of polish of the trip, but in all cases it will remain cool and authentic. Make your selection here and the lodges will automatically change in the itinerary below.
USD 25500 per person
This trip includes only the very best lodges in each location, suitable if you are looking for the ultimate polished and elegant experience.
Trip Summary
Start location : Nairobi International
Nairobi
01 : Giraffe Manor
Mara Confluence
02 : Sala’s Camp
03 : Sala’s Camp
04 : Sala’s Camp
Serengeti Mara
05 : Nomad Lamai Camp
06 : Nomad Lamai Camp
07 : Nomad Lamai Camp
Serengeti Southcentral
08 : Olduvai Camp
Ngorongoro Crater
09 : Nomad Entamanu Camp
10 : Nomad Entamanu Camp
End location : Kilimanjaro International
Nairobi
The capital of Kenya, Nairobi is a major city and the primary transport hub for East Africa. It's a typically hectic place, but with some pleasant quiet suburbs, a good range of hotels and some interesting activities, notably the famous giraffe and baby elephant sanctuaries.
Day 1
Arrival : Nairobi International Airport
lodge
Giraffe Manor
Giraffe Manor is located in the Langata area to the southwest of Nairobi.
The house is centred on an original 1930's manor house.
Guest accommodation is in twelve rooms of various descriptions.
Activities include visits to the world famous David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and modest vehicle safari inside the national park.
A real highlight is a visit to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Some modest vehicle safari is possible inside Nairobi National Park.
Mara Confluence
Set 200 km west of Nairobi, Mara Confluence is the sector of the Maasai Mara which is best known for migration river crossings Jul-Oct and has a very wide range of lodge options. But some serious traffic issues.
Day 2 , 3 , 4
Fly : Nairobi Wilson to Mara Keekorok
lodge
Sala's Camp
Sala's Camp is located in the Mara Confluence area.
The camp is centred on an elegant tented mess.
Accommodation is in five Luxury Tents located along the river ...
... plus one larger Forest Family Tent with two bedrooms ...
... and one Honeymoon Tent.
Activities are centred on daytime vehicle safari, bush picnics and balloon safari.
The primary activity is vehicle safari during daylight hours.
Balloon safari is an excellent but pricey extra.
Serengeti Mara
Serengeti Mara is the prime but potentially busy area for migration herds and river crossings during the Jul-Nov dry season and a wonderful quiet backwater at other times, with guest accommodation in around 30 small lodges and camps, offering a good range of safari experiences.
Day 5 , 6 , 7
Fly : Mara Keekorok to Migori
Fly : Migori to Kogatende
lodge
Nomad Lamai Camp
Nomad Lamai Serengeti Camp is located in the Serengeti Mara area.
The camp is centred on a lovely main building, leading out to a swimming pool area.
Guest accommodation is in six gorgeous Rooms with indoor bathrooms ...
... plus one larger Family Room with two bedrooms.
The primary activity is vehicle safari inside the main park during daylight hours.
The camp is centred on a lovely main building, leading out to a swimming pool area.
Guest accommodation is in six gorgeous Rooms with indoor bathrooms ...
Serengeti Southcentral
Serengeti Southcentral is one of the most magical of areas, with migration calving Dec-Mar, superb Maasai interaction, incredible palaeontology and just two rather cool mid-priced lodges.
Day 8
Fly : Kogatende to Ndutu
Safari vehicle : Tanzania North
lodge
Olduvai Camp
Olduvai Camp is located in the Serengeti Southcentral area.
The camp is centred on two simple main buildings, with steps up to a fabulous viewing platform.
Guest accommodation is in 17 tented rooms with ensuite bathrooms.
Activities include vehicle safari, giraffe stalking, fossil hunting, palaeontological walks, cultural interaction with local Maasai people and superb sundowners.
The primary activity is vehicle safari, which can be epic during the Dec-Mar green season.
Walking safari with the local Maasai warriors is a year round pleasure.
The nearby Olduvai Gorge Museum is of huge palaeontological importance.
One particularly unusual diversion is a trip to the bizarre Shifting Sands.
Ngorongoro Crater
Situated immediately to the south of Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater is a mind-bogglingly amazing place, packed with wildlife year round. Guest accommodation is in a diverse range of camps and lodges, offering a range of safari, active and cultural activities. But there are significant traffic issues.
Day 9 , 10
Safari vehicle : Tanzania North
lodge
Nomad Entamanu Camp
Nomad Entamanu Ngorongoro Camp is located in the Ngorongoro Crater area.
The camp is centred on a stylish, wood-clad building, leading out to a raised decking and campfire area.
Guest accommodation is in six large rooms with indoor bathrooms, overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater.
Activities are centred on vehicle safari, bush meals, mountain hiking and cultural visits to local Maasai villages.
Walking safari is offered around the very scenic western rim of the crater.
The primary activity is vehicle safari inside the Ngorongoro Crater itself.
Day 11
Departure : Kilimanjaro International
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