Classic East Africa: Kenya & Tanzania — NEW!
Venture into the heart of a wilderness that appears today much as it did during the days of Hemingway and Karen Blixen. Encounter the red elephants of Samburu and spot the black rhinos of Lewa Downs in Kenya. Then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater before witnessing life on Tanzania’s Serengeti plains.
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be welcomed by your Cox & Kings local representative and transferred to your hotel. Macushla House or Fairmont The Norfolk – 1-night (L, D)
Today, fly to the central highlands of Kenya, to Lewa Downs, home to a growing population of black rhino. During your time here, spot an abundance of other wildlife on the conservancy, including elephants, giraffes, eland, oryx, buffalo, lion, leopards, cheetah and even wild dog. Lewa Safari Camp or Lewa Wilderness Lodge – 2-nights (B, L, D)
Enjoy game-viewing activities in the Lewa Conservancy, including day and night game drives and guided walks through the plains. (B, L, D)
Option: Enjoy horseback riding and fly-fishing at Lewa Downs. If you’re feeling adventurous, take flight on a biplane ride, or search for game by camelback.
Today, fly by light aircraft to Samburu National Park. See Kenya’s “northern five”: beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra and Somali ostrich. Keep an eye out for large herds of elephant and crocodile along the meandering EwasoNyiro River. Samburu herdsmen, dressed in rich red blankets, are often seen driving their herds. Larsen’s Camp or SaSaab Camp – 3-nights (B, L, D)
Savor two days of early morning and late afternoon game drives in Samburu National Park, complemented by cultural visits to the neighboring villages. (B, L, D)
Today fly to Tanzania via Nairobi. Arrive in Arusha and continue through the fertile Tanzanian highlands to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge or Ngorongoro Crater Lodge – 2-nights (B, L, D)
The world-famous Ngorongoro Crater spans 100-square miles and contains one of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. The “big five” (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant) can be found, along with most other species found in East Africa. After a morning or afternoon game drive, perhaps explore one or more of the other amazing areas that comprise the Conservation area, including Empakaai Crater. (B, L, D)
Travel today to the famed Serengeti National Park. If traveling by road, stop at Olduvai — or more accurately Oldupai — Gorge en route to learn a bit about the famed excavations here. The Serengeti is the iconic game park of legends and dreams. With no fences or manmade barriers, the park plays host to one of the greatest wildlife migrations in the world. Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Ndutu Safari Lodge, Sayari or Kusini Camp – 2-nights (B, L, D)
Enjoy half- or full-day game drives searching for lion, leopard and cheetah, as well as the rare black rhino. (B, L, D)
Option: Soar above the Serengeti on a spectacular sunrise hot-air balloon ride followed by a sumptuous champagne brunch.
Traverse the vast Serengeti plains into either the northern or southern reaches of the Serengeti National Park. Mbuzi Mawe Tented Camp, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or Singita Sabora Tented Camp – 2-nights (B, L, D)
Embark on half- or full-day game drives. Watch the lion stalk its prey, the sleek cheetah fly across the plains and families of giraffe munching contentedly on acacia leaves. (B, L, D)
Today you are transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Kilimanjaro, where you connect with your onward flight. (B, L)
Extend Your Journey
Mozambique's Northern Passage
Zanzibar: The Spice Island
Seychelles: Jewel of the Indian Ocean
Northern Ethiopia: The Historic Route
Omo Valley: Cultures of Southern Ethiopia
Rwanda: Great Ape Safari
Uganda: Pearl of Africa
- Search for the famed black rhinos of Lewa Downs
- Spot the “northern Big Five” in Samburu
- Descend into the Garden of Eden of the Ngorongoro Crater
- Marvel at the great cycle of life on the Serengeti
- Visit local villages for a glimpse into life in East Africa
- Scenic biplane ride, horseback riding or fly-fishing at Lewa Downs (optional)
- Hot-air balloon ride in the Serengeti (optional)
13 DAYS & 12 NIGHTS
Nairobi, Lewa Downs, Samburu National Park, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti
2012 Dates:
Jan 16 - Feb
Standard Accomm.
Single Supplement
Deluxe Accomm.
Single Supplement
Mar 2012
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Deluxe Accomm.
Single Supplement
May 2012
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Single Supplement
Jun 2012
Standard Accomm.
Single Supplement
Deluxe Accomm.
Single Supplement
Jul - Aug 2012
Standard Accomm.
Single Supplement
Deluxe Accomm.
Single Supplement
Sep 2012
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Single Supplement
Deluxe Accomm.
Single Supplement
Oct 2012
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Internal Airfare
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Deluxe
Prices From:
$10,730
$1,005
$14,730
$1,515
$9,975
$990
$14,595
$1,430
$9,475
$845
$10,980
$1,410
$14,295
$1,135
$11,540
$1,525
$15,895
$1,400
$11,540
$1,525
$14,910
$1,400
$11,330
$1,495
$14,235
$1,300
$1,280
$2,090
Note:
Upon request, your travel consultant can provide an exact price based on your specific dates of travel.
Includes:
All internal flights (priced separately), accommodation, breakfast daily and other meals as noted, full board dining and twice-daily game drives while on safari, all transfers, sightseeing, services of local guides. Private Journeys depart daily subject to availability.