Itinerary
Day 01 :
Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Africa
- Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
- Meet and greet by Ideal Africa Smartours representative.
- Private transfer to your luxury hotel.
- Optional activities: Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, or Nairobi National Museum.
- Overnight: Luxury Nairobi Hotel (e.g., Hemingways Nairobi, Eka Hotel)
- Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Day 02 :
Nairobi 🚐 Lake Nakuru – Pink Flamingos & White Rhinos
- After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park (approx. 3 hrs).
- Afternoon game drive with views of flamingos, rhinos, and big cats.
- Overnight: Luxury Lodge (e.g., The Cliff, Sarova Lion Hill)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 03 :
Lake Nakuru 🚐 Masai Mara – Into the Wild
- Depart for Masai Mara National Reserve (approx. 5–6 hrs).
- Afternoon game drive through this iconic reserve.
- Overnight: Luxury Safari Camp (e.g., Entim Mara, Ashnil Mara Camp)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 04 :
Masai Mara – Big Five Safari
- Full day in Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives.
- Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast.
- Overnight: Same as Day 3
- Meals: Full Board
Day 05 :
Masai Mara ✈️ Serengeti (Tanzania) – Cross-Border Adventure
- Fly to Serengeti National Park via Migori/Tarime border with immigration assistance.
- Afternoon game drive in Serengeti.
- Overnight: Luxury Camp (e.g., Kubu Kubu Tented Camp, Serengeti Serena)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 06 :
Serengeti – Endless Plains
- Full day in Serengeti, home to the Great Migration and Africa’s largest lion population.
- Overnight: Same as Day 5
- Meals: Full Board
Day 07 :
Serengeti 🚐 Ngorongoro Crater – Natural Wonder
- Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area with game drive en route.
- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a unique safari experience.
- Overnight: Luxury Lodge (e.g., Ngorongoro Serena, The Highlands by Asilia)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 08 :
Ngorongoro 🚐 Lake Manyara – Rift Valley Charm
- Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and birdlife.
- Afternoon game drive.
- Overnight: Luxury Lodge (e.g., Escarpment Luxury Lodge, Lake Manyara Serena)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 09 :
Lake Manyara ✈️ Amboseli (Kenya) – Back to Kenya
- Transfer to Arusha and fly to Amboseli National Park.
- Game drive with views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Overnight: Luxury Camp (e.g., Tortilis Camp, Amboseli Serena Lodge)
- Meals: Full Board
Day 10 :
Amboseli – Land of Giants
- Full-day safari in Amboseli, known for its massive elephants and stunning landscapes.
- Optional cultural visit to a Maasai village.
- Overnight: Same as Day 9
- Meals: Full Board
Day 11 :
Amboseli 🚐 Nairobi ✈️ Diani Beach – Indian Ocean Bliss
- Scenic morning drive to Nairobi (approx. 4.5 hrs).
- Connect with domestic flight to Ukunda Airstrip (Diani Beach).
- Transfer to your beach resort.
- Overnight: Luxury Beach Resort (e.g., The Sands at Nomad, AfroChic Diani)
- Meals: Half Board
Day 12 -13 :
Diani Beach – Relaxation & Ocean Activities
- Two full days to enjoy the beach, swim, snorkel, or indulge in spa treatments.
- Optional excursions: Wasini Island dhow cruise, kite surfing, or nature walks at Colobus Conservation.
- Overnight: Same as Day 11
- Meals: Half Board
Day 14 :
Diani ✈️ Nairobi – Departure
- Transfer to Ukunda Airstrip and fly to Nairobi.
- Optional lunch or dayroom (available upon request).
- Transfer to JKIA for departure.
- Meals: Breakfast