The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Serengeti from late November to July. Movements and river crossings of migrating herds can be challenging to predict year to year. When possible, we’ll modify game viewing when advised of reported sightings. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues. The safari vehicles are not air conditioned and have high ground clearance, requiring some agility when getting in and out.Some internal flights have a strict maximum guest weight limit of 265 lbs. / 120 kgs. Any guests weighing more than the limit may be required to purchase an additional seat. Globus Tour Operations must be advised of any guests weighing more than the limit prior to final payment to ensure space can be confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1 ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA
Welcome to Kenya! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.NAIROBI-CITY-CENTER.jpg
Day 2 NAIROBI
Embark on your private sightseeing experience with a heartwarming visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s renowned elephant orphanage, founded by Dame Daphne Sheldrick. Here, you’ll learn about vital elephant conservation efforts and meet young elephant calves rescued from poaching before their reintroduction into the wild. As part of Globus family of brands Lighthouse Project, your visit contributes to Trusts mission. Continue to the Karen Blixen Museum, where the legacy of the Out of Africa author comes to life through stories of her remarkable years in Kenya and her historic coffee farm, followed by a delightful lunch at the museum’s restaurant. Conclude your day at the Giraffe Center, a leading conservation organization dedicated to protecting the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe, where you’ll have the chance to learn about this unique sub-species. NAIROBI-SHELDRICK.jpg
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Day 3 NAIROBI–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE AREA
Fly into the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most iconic wildlife region. After settling in and enjoying lunch, set out on your first exhilarating game drive in search of the famed “Big Five”; lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. As part of Globus family of brands Lighthouse Project, your visit contributes to Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund, aimed at recovering the lion population in Africa after more than half have been lost over the past 25 years. This is one example of our commitment to supporting the people and places we share with you. MAASAI-MARA-GIRAFFE.jpg
Day 4 MAASAI MARA
The “Mara,” as it is called by the locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, the population grows by almost 2 million. This provides a great food source for lions, leopards, and hyenas. You’ll have ample opportunity to spot these predators and many other animals on morning and afternoon game drives with your expert Driver/Guide.MAASAI-MARA-WILDEBEESTS.jpg
Day 5 MAASAI MARA AREA–NAIROBI–AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK AREA
A short flight returns you to Nairobi, where you continue by road to Amboseli National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive through this remarkable landscape, framed by breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak, rising an impressive 19,341 feet. You’ll arrive at your lodge in time to settle in and refresh before dinner.AMBOSELI-MOUNT-KILLIMANJARO.jpg
Day 6 AMBOSELI AREA
Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives, each offering exceptional opportunities to observe Amboseli’s famous elephant herds up close as they roam freely across the open plains. The park’s rich ecosystem also supports an impressive variety of wildlife, and with a bit of luck, you may encounter Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, giraffe, and numerous antelope species. These unhurried drives allow you to soak in the scenery, watch animal behaviors unfold in real time, and capture unforgettable moments in one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife settings. AMBOSELI-MOUNT-KILIMANJARO-ELEPHANTS.jpg
Day 7 AMBOSELI AREA–ARUSHA, TANZANIA–LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AREA
This morning, you’ll cross into Tanzania at the Namanga border, where your journey continues toward the country’s northern safari circuit. After enjoying lunch in Arusha, Tanzania’s vibrant gateway city to its famed national parks, travel onward to the Lake Manyara National Park area. The scenic drive offers a first glimpse of Tanzania’s diverse landscapes, setting the stage for the wildlife experiences ahead. MANYARA-LAKE-FLAMINGOS.jpg
Day 8 LAKE MANYARA AREA–NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Nestled among groundwater forests, open grassy plains, and the shimmering alkaline waters of its namesake lake, Lake Manyara National Park is a small but remarkably diverse sanctuary. It boasts the world’s largest concentration of baboons, and your morning game drive offers the perfect chance to observe these lively primates along with giraffe, hippo, and a wide array of other wildlife drawn to the park’s varied habitats. After exploring this vibrant ecosystem, continue your journey to your lodge set along the slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater, where sweeping views and cooler highland air await.LAKE-MANYARA-BABOONS.jpg
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Day 9 NGORONGORO AREA
Spend the day exploring the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Formed millions of years ago, this is the largest intact, unflooded caldera on Earth, dropping more than 2,000 feet from rim to floor and spanning over 102 square miles of grasslands, swamps, forests, and freshwater springs. Its enclosed environment creates a thriving sanctuary for wildlife, offering some of the most reliable game viewing in Africa. Because many animals remain in the crater year round, you’ll have opportunities to see a stunning variety of species, including prides of lion, large bull elephants, colorful flocks of flamingos, hyena, buffalo, and more. Midday, you’ll pause to enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the abundance of animals that call this unique ecosystem home.NGORONGORO-CRATER.jpg
Day 10 NGORONGORO AREA–SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Journey today to the iconic Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most celebrated wildlife sanctuary. Known worldwide as the stage for the spectacular Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebra traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing, the Serengeti offers unforgettable game viewing in every season. After arriving and enjoying lunch, you’ll set out on an afternoon game drive across the park’s sweeping savannas, where predators, plains game, and dramatic scenery await at every turn.SERENGETI-ZEBRA.jpg
Day 11 SERENGETI
Spanning approximately 5,700 square miles, Serengeti National Park lives up to its name, derived from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “endless plains.” This vast ecosystem stretches toward the horizon in every direction, creating an awe inspiring backdrop for some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife encounters. With your expert Driver/Guide, you’ll set out on both morning and afternoon game drives to delve deeper into these sweeping grasslands. Keep your eyes open for elusive leopard and the endangered black rhino, along with an abundance of other species such as cheetah, giraffe, gazelle, eland, hyena, and more. Each drive reveals new movement, new landscapes, and new opportunities to witness Serengeti’s extraordinary concentration of wildlife.SERENGETI-CHEETAH.jpg
Day 12 SERENGETI–ARUSHA
Enjoy one final game drive this morning, taking in the last sights and sounds of the Serengeti as wildlife comes to life in the early hours. Later, you’ll fly back to Arusha, where a day room has been reserved at the Mount Meru Hotel for those with late flights, providing a comfortable place to relax, refresh, and prepare for your journey home. Please schedule departing flights for after 5:00 p.m. to allow ample time for transfers and check in. SERENGETI-SUNRISE.jpg
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