Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park.
Early Morning pick up from your respective Hotel at 7:30am and then depart for Lake Nakuru National Park; game drives en route to the Lodge or camp for lunch as well as check in. Afternoon game drive takes you to the lake to view Flamingoes and pelicans also spot White/Black Rhinos, Rothschild Giraffe, Waterbucks and other kinds of African wildlife. The Lake Forest attracts a wide variety of birds. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge  or Flamingo Hill Camp,
Meal Plan: (Lunch & Dinner).

Day 2: Lake Nakuru National Park – Lake Naivasha
Morning games drives before breakfast and then depart for Lake Naivasha, arriving for lunch as well check-in. Afternoon you can decide either to go for boat ride to view Hippos (extra cost) or relax at the Resort. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge  or Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge,
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 3: Lake Naivasha-Masai Mara Game Reserve.
After breakfast drive along the Great Rift Valley, passing by the extinct volcano of Mount Longonot en route to Masai Mara Game Reserve with game en route to the Lodge for check in as well for lunch. Afternoon game viewing in this fascinating wildlife paradise with a chance to view; giraffes, elephants, monkeys, leopards, lions, gazelles and different bird’s species. Dinner and Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Base camp Explorer,
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 4: Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Spend a whole day viewing wildlife in Masai Mara Game reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Have a chance to see the “BIG FIVE”: Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard. Wildebeests, Zebras, Cheetahs and Gazelles, other kinds of African wildlife can also be easily spotted. Witness the famous wildebeests (Gnu) and zebra migration from Serengeti (Tanzania) to Maasai Mara (Kenya) between July and September; this movement is one of world wonders. Masai Mara being the stomping ground of the Great Migration, a massive accumulation of 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebras and 350,000 gazelles stretching their legs over 1,200 miles in an annual race to find enough water and green grass for their survival. More afternoon game drives at this jewel park of Kenya. Dinner and Overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge or Base camp Explorer,
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 5: Masai Mara Game Reserve-Isbenia Boarder-Serengeti National Park.
Early Morning breakfast and then start long game drives across the Mara; lunch stop (lunch boxes) on the way to Serengeti National park; On arrival in Serengeti National park; start game drives on the way to the lodge for Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge or Serengeti Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 6: Serengeti National Park.
Spend a whole day in Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.Experience the undisturbed nature in this famous game park. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge or Serengeti Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 7: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Depart after breakfast for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving for early lunch (Lunch Boxes). Descend to the floor of the crater (12.30 Hrs) for game viewing in this unique park. Spot: Rhinos, Lions, Elephants, Leopard, Cheetahs, Buffaloes and Hippos. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge or Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
                
Day 8: Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Lake Manyara National Park.
After breakfast depart to Lake Manyara National Park, arriving time for Lunch as well as check- in at the Lodge.The afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park gives you a chance to see Tree climbing Lions and other kinds of African wildlife. Dinner and overnight at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 9: Lake Manyara National Park- Tarangire National Park
Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park arriving time for Lunch as well as check in at the Lodge. The afternoon game drive gives you a chance to see different kinds of wildlife including Jumbo Elephants. Dinner and overnight at Tarangire Sopa Lodge or Tarangire Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 10: Tarangire National Park–Namanga Boarder – Amboseli National Park
Depart after breakfast for Amboseli National Park, with clear view of Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro. Drive across Namanga Border, arriving at Amboseli in the late afternoon for lunch at the camp as well as check in. Evening game viewing starts at 16:00hrs.This Park is the home of Elephants, Wildebeest (Gnu), and Buffalos, Gazelles, Lions, Cheetahs, monkey families and rare bird species. In the early evening, the clouds clear, exposing the snow –capped dome of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight at Kibo Tented Camp or Sentrim Amboseli camp
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 11: Amboseli National Park.
Spend a whole day in Amboseli National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives. This park is termed as an Animal’s paradise. Visit Masai Village and learn their rich culture at an extra cost. Dinner and overnight at Kibo Tented Camp or Sentrim Amboseli camp
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
            
Day 12: Amboseli National Park – Tsavo West National Park.
Early morning game drives before breakfast then depart for Tsavo West National Park after breakfast. See the volcanic formations (Shetani Lava Flow) on the way to Mzima Springs where Hippos and Crocodiles are seen from the underwater hide. Check in at the camp or lodge as well for lunch, relax until 16:00hrs, time to visit the Rhino Sanctuary. Spot Elephants, Giraffes, the varied bird life of Tsavo West, and of course the Rhino. Have a view of the beautiful mountains. Dinner and overnight at Ngulia Safari Lodge or Rhino Valley Lodge
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 13: Tsavo West National Park – Tsavo East National Park.
Early morning game drives before breakfast then depart for Tsavo East National Park. Game drives en route to the lodge for lunch as well as check-in. Afternoon game drives which starts at 16:00 Hours through this Kenya’s largest park, with a chance to spot herds of Red Elephants, Lions, Giraffes, Zebras, Gazelles, Buffaloes, Waterbucks, Impalas and different bird species. Dinner and overnight at Zomeni Lion Hill Lodge  or  Voi Wildlife Lodge
Meal Plan: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 14: Tsavo East National Park-Nairobi
Early morning game drives from 6:15am followed by a breakfast at 8:30am then depart for Nairobi, arriving for lunch as well as check-in at your respective hotel,
Meal Plan: (Breakfast & Lunch).

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The tour includes

• Transport in 4WD Safari VAN in Kenya
• Transport in a 4×4 Landcruiser in Tanzania
• All applicable game Park Entrance fees.
• 13 Nights accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
• Three meals a day while on Safari.
• Airport picks up on arrival in Nairobi.
• Professional Safari Guide/Driver.
• Guaranteed departures for two or more passengers booking this safari.
• Round trip transport from Nairobi to the designated National Park.
• Pre–tour itinerary document.
• Extensive and unlimited Game drives.
• Excursions & activities as stated in the itinerary
• Bottled drinking water while on board our safari Van/Jeep while on safari
• All Government taxes and levies

The tour Excludes

• Pre and post- tour accommodation which can be arranged on request
• The cost of obtaining visas for Kenya and Tanzania.
• Personal Taxes
• Drinks like sodas, water, beer and wines at the hotels and lodges.
• Gratuity for the driver guide, porters and waiter
• Laundry costs, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature
• International flights
• Optional excursions like a visit to Masai Village.
• Optional excursions like a visit to Olduvai Gorge Museum
• Optional excursions like a boat ride in Lake Naivasha and Lake Manyara
• Optional excursions like Hot air balloon ride

Tour Cost

Payment Policy
– booking fee: 30% 7 days after confirmation of the booking
– balance and full payments to be paid 25 days prior to safari starting date.
– Booking confirmed within 25 days to the tour starting date should be paid in full.

Ashford Tours is not liable for the progress of any booking incase of non-compliance of the above payment conditions. We recommend that you secure your booking with a deposit of 30% of the tour fees within 7 days of confirmation. The balance of payment is due 25 days prior to the tour starting date. Upon receipt of full payment, Ashford Tours will issue all relevant travel documents.

Cancellation Policy
If you cancel a confirmed booking, a cancellation fee will apply. A cancellation is only possible if communicated in written form. If you cancel a trip:
• At any time but over 45 days after your booking has been confirmed Ashford Tours and Travel retains 5% non-refundable deposit as administration costs on all services booked with us. We advise you to sign cancellation insurance at the time of booking which will cover cancellation fees.

• Any monies paid will be refunded less the cost of cancellation fees levied by hotels or food expenses and administrative costs as indicated here below;

• If you leave a tour for any reason after it has commenced we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused services.