Vagabond Travel | KENYA & TANZANIA MIGRATION

KENYA & TANZANIA MIGRATION

$4850 per person

This safari endeavours to combine the highlights of both Kenya and Tanzania. We concentrate on the internationally acclaimed game parks that are known to be “the home of the Discovery Channel”. We will also visit lesser-known areas and will enjoy interaction with the local tribes, including the renowned Masai. Weather and road conditions will influence the route chosen on each safari and clients should be flexible in this regard. Clients should come prepared with an open mind and spontaneous disposition in order to best enjoy the superb offerings of the region

VEHICLE USED :
Custom 17-seater adventure truck

A valid passport is required by everyone. The tour will visit Kenya and Tanzania. It is the client’s responsibility to insure they have the appropriate visas required for this trip to all the countries we visit. Some nationalities might need to obtain visas before departure as they cannot be obtained at the border.

INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS:
• Nairobi
• Great Rift Valley
• Mount Longonot
• Hells Gate National Park
• Guided walks
• Lake Naivasha
• Masai Mara Conservancy
• Lake Victoria
• Serengeti National Park
• Ngorongoro Crater
• Masai village
• Arusha

Tour price includes transport – Nairobi to Nairobi, accommodation, entry fees, Park fees, permits, group equipment, professional guides, and most meals. Drinks, bottled water, curio’s, tips, taxes, visas, and optional excursions are for the client’s own expense.

12 DAYS/11 NIGHTS (1 night Hotel, 10 nights camping)

12+ Age

Africa

Destination

Africa
Departure

NAIROBI/NAIROBI
Departure Time

This tour starts in Nairobi every second Saturday at 1800
Return Time

1500 approx. Please note that we strongly advise against flying out on the day that the tour ends
Dress Code

Neat Casual
Included

Accommodation

All Transport

Entry Fees

Group Equipment

Inclusions as per Itinerary

Most meals

Professional Guide
Not Included

Airfare/taxes

Alcohol & soft drinks

Arrival Transfer

Bottled water

Departure Transfer

Items of a personal nature ie Laundry/telephone

Optional excursions

Permits

Taxes

Tips

Travel Insurance

Visas

Our gallery

DAY 1: NAIROBI

Our tour of East Africa starts in the capital city of Nairobi. Guests arrive and meet at the hotel in the heart of this bustling city. For clients arriving early, there are a variety of optional tours and excursions on offer – these can be arranged on arrival at the hotel. At 18h00 we conduct a pre-tour briefing before enjoying an own expense dinner at a local restaurant. Meals: Dinner Own Expense Accommodation: La Mada Hotel

DAY 2 : MOUNT LONGONOT Distance: 90 Km

Leaving the city behind us, we travel north, climbing continually to the lip of the escarpment from where we will enjoy a fantastic view of the Great Rift Valley. After a short stop to enjoy the views, we make our way down the Rift Valley escarpment to visit the Mount Longonot Volcano. This afternoon we have time for a hike in Mount Longonot National Park where we have an incredible view over the whole escarpment, with the chance of viewing some wildlife along the way. A packed lunch will be provided for the hike. After enjoying the majestic scenery the Rift Valley has to offer, we take a short drive to our campsite situated on the shore of Lake Naivasha to set up camp, relax and enjoy dinner around the campfire. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Camping (Two Man Dome Tents) – Lake Naivasha Included Highlights/Activity:

DAY 3: HELLS GATE NATIONAL PARK Distance: 60 Km (Return)

We enjoy breakfast in camp before starting a day filled with activities. We start by travelling the short distance to the famous Hells Gate National Park, where we have the opportunity to explore the high basaltic cliffs of the park with the chance of seeing zebra, giraffe, buffalo and other species of antelope found in the park. (Guests have the option to explore the park on bicycle). After our trip down into the gorge, we make our way back to camp for lunch followed by a boat cruise on Lake Naivasha to find hippo and the numerous bird species that inhabit the area. We finish the day with a relaxed drive to Elsamere, the former home of George and Joy Adamson, for afternoon tea and to gain some insight into their fascinating lives. In the late afternoon we return to camp for a sumptuous braai. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Camping (Two Man Dome Tents) – Lake Naivasha Optional Activities: Mountain Bike Trip in Hells Gate Included Highlights/Activity: Guided Hike in Hells Gate National Park, Lake Naivasha Boat Cruise

DAY 4 : MASAI MARA Distance: 210 km

Today we traverse through some of Kenya’s finest wilderness, using lesser known roads, we will pass numerous Masai villages on the way. We spend the next two nights in comfortable accommodation along the banks of the Mara River on a private concession adjacent to the renowned Masai Mara National Park. We conduct extended game viewing trips in this area. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Mara River Lodge Included Highlights/Activity: Masai Mara Conservancy, Game drives and/or walk

DAY 5 : MASAI MARA

Early this morning, we depart on a full day of extensive game driving. The Mara is well known for its large herds and ever-present predators and we will follow seasonal migrations when possible. Lunch today will be a picnic on the banks of the Mara River, known for its huge crocodiles and hippo population. We return to our Lodge for the night and enjoy the beautiful scenery surrounding us. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Mara River Lodge Included Highlights/Activity: Masai Mara Conservancy, Mara River, Full Day game viewing experience

DAY 6: LAKE VICTORIA Distance: 200 Km

Leaving the Masai Mara behind us, we cross the border and enter Tanzania. Once across the border we descend toward the shores of Africa’s largest lake, Lake Victoria. This lake forms part of the Great Rift Valley and provides a livelihood for the many locals that fish its waters. Here we will spend some time before we enjoy an own expense dinner at a local restaurant. We camp the night at the water’s edge. Meals: B L (Dinner Own Expense) Accommodation: Camping (Two Man Dome Tents) – Lake Victoria Included Highlights/Activity: Lake Victoria, Tanzania

DAY 7: SERENGETI Distance: 210 Km

Today we enter what is arguably the world’s most acclaimed wildlife sanctuary, the Serengeti National Park. National Geographic’s most featured national park, the Serengeti with its huge concentrations of plains game, numerous predators and prolific birdlife all resident on the seemingly endless grass and Acacia covered plains, epitomizes Africa’s game parks. We will traverse the park west to east doing extensive game drives, and spend our nights camping in the park. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Camping (Two Man Dome Tents) – Serengeti Included Highlights/Activity: Serengeti National Park, Extensive Game Viewing Experience

DAY 8: SERENGETI

Rising with the African sun we prepare for a full day of exploring the park. We spend as much time as possible game viewing in the park and our guide will take time to explain the behaviour and habits of the animals we encounter. With regular comfort breaks and a picnic lunch we make this most out of our day in this fascinating park. Tonight we setup camp in the park and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by the guide. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Camping (Two man dome tents) – Serengeti Included Highlights/Activity: Serengeti National Park, Full Day Game Drive

DAY 9: SERENGETI - NGORONGORO Distance: +- 130 km

After an extensive morning game drive, we leave the Serengeti and enter the Ngorongoro Conservation area where we witness the spectacle of the Masai tribal people herding their cattle amongst the wildlife, still living their customary lifestyle as they have for centuries. Tonight we will camp at the renowned Simba camp on the edge of the magnificent Ngorongoro crater. The views from the camp are spectacular. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Camping (Two man dome tents) – Crater Rim Included Highlights/Activity: Masai Tribal People, Ngorongoro Crater

DAY 10: NGORONGORO - MASAI Distance: 65 km

At first light, we make the daring descent into the crater in our smaller 4x4 safari vehicles and here we explore this marvel of nature with its sheer walls and fertile plains. With the possibility to view almost all of Africa’s mammals, including the rare Black Rhino at close range in open plains, this has to be the finest game viewing available. Returning to Simba camp, we enjoy lunch before exiting the park and descending the escarpment to our camp. Here we camp for the night amongst the Masai people in an established village. Meals: B L D Accommodation: Camping (Two man dome tents) Included Highlights/Activity: 4x4 Safari inside the Ngorongoro crater, Masai Encounter

DAY 11: ARUSHA Distance: 130 km

We wake up to the bustling noise of village live and after breakfast we make our way toward Arusha, the town at the foothill of the beautiful Mount Meru. Here we will spend the afternoon exploring this lively town and its local markets. Tonight we will enjoy an own expense meal at a local restaurant. Meals: B (Lunch and Dinner own expense) Accommodation: Camping (Two man dome tents) – Meserani Snake Park Included Highlights/Activity: Arusha, Local Markets

DAY 12: TRANSFER TO NAIROBI Distance: 295 km

After breakfast, we set off to complete the circle back to Nairobi. (On occasion we may use the shuttle bus to transfer clients.) This road travels through some spectacular scenery and on a clear day offers stunning views of the mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. On route to Nairobi city, the transfer will pass via the airport to facilitate clients who are flying out today. Clients staying on in Nairobi or continuing their travels will be taken into the city centre. Meals: B (Lunch own expense)

PLEASE NOTE:

The day by day descriptions published are intended as a rough guideline only. Adventure travel by nature is unpredictable, weather patterns, game migrations, road conditions and a multitude of other factors may necessitate itinerary changes that ultimately are for the client’s benefit. It is essential that clients are flexible and open minded in this regard.

*To best enjoy this tour it should be approached with an open and flexible mentality. Road, weather or other unforeseen conditions may necessitate changes to the itinerary and clients should be prepared for this. A sleeping bag, towel and pillow are required for this tour. *Seasonal precautions against malaria are advisable. The recommended currency for this tour is the US Dollar and notes in small denominations should be brought along for expenses not included. A small daypack is advisable. *Our price includes transport - Nairobi to Nairobi, accommodation, entry fees, park fees, permits, group equipment, professional guides, and most meals. Drinks, bottled water, curio’s, tips, taxes, visas, and optional excursions are for the client’s own expense. *Before departure, clients will be required to enter into an agreement pertaining to our booking conditions and general information. Clients are required to have their own comprehensive personal travel insurance. *At time of going to print the above itinerary was correct but Drifters continually strive to offer our clients the best available tour options and as such we reserve the right to change aspects of the itinerary at our discretion. *During the validity of the published itinerary conditions will change, roads are improved or deteriorate often opening up new routes, contracted camps and accommodation facilities change standards, optional activities become available or are discontinued, new border posts open and old ones become congested, etc. *Drifters are continuously monitoring all of the factors that make up a successful tour and as such will make amendments to the published itineraries if circumstances demand or if we believe that the change will enhance the tour.

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