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East Africa Safari

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Nairobi return

12 days

Guided tour

Multiple departures

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Overview

Star-studded night skies, sprawling savannas teeming with wildlife and enchanting bush symphonies. East Africa's incredible landscapes await you on this spectacular 12-day tour. Begin your journey in Nairobi, then visit the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park in Tanzania before exploring the Maasai Mara in Kenya.

Departs

March - October 2026 & 2027

Inclusions

A total of 30 meals

Services of an expert APT Tour Director & local guides

All internal flights as per itinerary; transfers, porterage and gratuities

Visit Kilimatembo School near the village of Karatu

Learn about daily life at a traditional Maasai village

See some of the earliest evidence of our first human ancestors at Olduvai Gorge

At a lantern-lit bush kitchen in the Masai Mara, savour a delectable outdoor dinner featuring local specialties

Enjoy a private performance by the Kenyan Boys Choir

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Nairobi

Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to your hotel. Meet your East African Tour Director and later this evening your fellow travellers, as you begin your exciting journey through East Africa.

Stay: Nairobi, Villa Rosa Kempinski

Day 2 - Nairobi, Ngorongoro Crater

Take a flight via Kilimanjaro to Lake Manyara in Tanzania, where you will travel by 4WD vehicle to your beautiful lodge. Savour time at leisure to unwind and soak up the tranquil surroundings before a flavourful dinner.

Stay: Three Nights, Ngorongoro, Acacia Farm Lodge or similar

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Ngorongoro Crater

Today, you will enjoy a picnic lunch in the Ngorongoro Crater, giving you time to take in the outstanding landscape. Often referred to as ‘Africa’s Garden of Eden’ and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, the crater is surrounded by 600-metre high walls, providing a natural enclosure to vast numbers of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles and lions. Make sure you have your camera ready to capture the abundant wildlife.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara

Immerse yourself in two incredible Signature Experiences this morning. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional lunch before embarking on an exhilarating game drive through Lake Manyara National Park. Return to your lodge for a delicious dinner this evening.

Signature Experience - Kilimatembo School Visit Today, you will be given the opportunity to visit a local school at the village of Mto Wa Mbu. Through our OneTomorrow Charitable Fund, APT assists Kilimatembo School with regular donations.

Signature Experience – Visit a Traditional Maasai Village Walk through a traditional Maasai village and learn about the daily life and culture, from how the Maasai construct their dwellings through to local bush food and medicines.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Olduvai Gorge, Serengeti National Park

Today, your adventure continues as you take in the spectacular, expansive views of the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Keep an eye out for phenomenal wildlife among the endless plains en route to your Signature Experience.

Signature Experience - Olduvai Gorge Private Tour At Olduvai Gorge, also known as the 'Cradle of Mankind', embark on a fascinating private tour in which you will see some of the earliest evidence of our first human ancestors, who existed in the area about two million years ago.

Stay: Three Nights, Serengeti National Park, Meliá Serengeti Lodge (or similar)

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Serengeti National Park

Set off on a game drive at sunrise, where you’ll encounter an awe-inspiring array of animals, which may include wildebeest, impala and African buffalos. Return to your luxurious lodge for some well-earned relaxation time, soaking up the stunning views and perhaps taking a refreshing dip in the infinity pool while basking in the African sun. Later, witness the savannah come alive on an incredible sunset game drive and watch in wonder as the unique animals prepare for nightfall. Finish the day in style with a delectable dinner.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - Serengeti National Park

On your third day in this remarkable national park, seize the opportunity to spot any wildlife you may have missed during yesterday's game drives. Enjoy the chance to discover a wide range of smaller creatures, from vibrant birdlife through to the fascinating insects that call this diverse ecosystem home.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 - Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara

Board a light aircraft for your scenic flight to the expansive Masai Mara, a vast and stunning wilderness that's home to a diverse array of wildlife and breathtaking vistas. Upon arrival, embark on an off-road journey through the savannah on your first game drive, where you can seize the chance to encounter rare animals. Afterwards, retire to your luxurious tented retreat, complete with a private ensuite with solar-heated water and a large comfortable bed, adorned with Persian rugs and cosy armchairs.

Stay: Three Nights, Masai Mara, Karen Blixen Camp

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 - Masai Mara

Wake to the enchanting symphony of the African bush as you prepare to head out on a thrilling morning game drive through the private Mara North Conservancy. Afterward, spend the early afternoon relaxing at the camp, perhaps watching resident hippos in the Mara River from your deck. As mid-afternoon approaches, take advantage of the perfect time for wildlife watching, giving you the chance to continue ticking species off your spotting list as the sun sets and the temperature begins to cool.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - Masai Mara

Explore the Maasai Mara National Reserve with a full-day game drive and a picnic lunch, offering an ideal opportunity for further wildlife viewing on the sprawling savannah. Keep an eye out for the Little Five (the buffalo weaver, elephant shrew, leopard tortoise, ant lion and rhino beetle).

Signature Experience - Lantern-lit Bush Dinner Travel a short distance from your camp to a lantern-lit bush kitchen, where talented chefs will expertly prepare a delectable dinner featuring local specialties. As you savour your flavourful dinner, listen to the backdrop of enchanting noises of the African bush, adding to the incredible ambience of the meal.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 - Masai Mara, Nairobi

This morning, bid farewell to the incredible Masai Mara region as you board a flight to Nairobi and savour a final lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden, relishing the last moments on tour with your newfound friends. At the day’s end, enjoy a special Signature Experience.

Signature Experience - The Kenyan Boys Choir In Nairobi, listen to the pleasant melodies from the globally acclaimed Kenyan Boys Choir. Relish a private performance with a farewell toast – the perfect way to conclude your tour.

Stay: Nairobi, Villa Rosa Kempinski

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12 - Depart Nairobi

After breakfast, your tour concludes. Say goodbye before you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Daily: Breakfast

Booking terms and conditions apply.

* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.

Destinations featured in this deal

Africa Kenya Tanzania

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