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Itinerary

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Day 1 – Arrival: Upon arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, Giraffe Manor. Enjoy an afternoon tea experience with the resident endangered Rothschild Giraffes.

Giraffe Manor is an exclusive boutique hotel in Nairobi. One of the most “gram-worthy” properties in the world, the property is set on 12 acres of private land within 140 acres of indigenous forest in the Langata suburb of Nairobi. The most fascinating thing about Giraffe Manor is its resident herd of Rothschild’s giraffes who may visit morning and evening, poking their long necks into the windows in the hope of a treat, before retreating to their forest sanctuary. Giraffe Manor is consistently named one of the best hotels in Africa.

Day 2: Nairobi/Masai Mara: After a quintessential breakfast experience at Giraffe Manor, you will be transferred to Wilson Airport for your flight to the Masai Mara. Upon arrival at the local airstrip, you will be met and transferred to Angama Mara. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in Masai Mara National Park.

Angama Mara sits 1,000 feet in the air overlooking the Maasai Mara, where days are spent exploring its incredible wildlife diversity. Each of the tented suites are perched along the Great Rift Valley’s edge, with floor-to-ceiling glass walls providing unparalleled views. It was named as one of the top 10 safari lodges in the world on Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best list.

Days 3 & 4 – Masai Mara: Enjoy two days of shared safari activities in the Masai Mara, including day and night game drives, bush breakfast and/or bush dinner, guided walks, balloon safari, Maasai village visit and spa services (some at an additional cost). The area is known for abundant herds of wildlife, as well as predators such as lion, leopard and cheetah. Overnights at Angama Mara.

Day 5 – Masai Mara/Grumeti Game Reserve: After breakfast, you will be transferred to the local airstrip for your flight to Grumeti Airstrip in Tanzania. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to Singita Sasakwa Lodge. Grumeti Game Reserve is the perfect base to explore western Serengeti, as its remoteness provides exceptional and exclusive game viewing. The reserve is known for its large lion prides and the Great Migration which passes through the area annually. Overnight at Singita Sasakwa Lodge.

Singita Sasakwa Lodge was built in the style of a stately Edwardian manor house featuring a light and airy atmosphere offering panoramic views, a sense of immense freedom and stillness. Striking the perfect balance between casual luxury and sophisticated elegance, Sasakwa Grumeti features a grand entrance, wraparound verandas, silver candelabras and coveted antiques, as well as bespoke décor elements such as local artefacts and tribal cushions. Singita Sasakwa was named one of the top 10 best safari lodges in Africa by Travel + Leisure in 2024.

Days 6 & 7 – Grumeti Game Reserve: Spend the next two days connecting with the earth and wildlife in ways you’ve never done before. Grumeti Game Reserve encompasses 400,000 acres of unrivalled, pristine wilderness. Being on the famous and dramatic migratory route, you may have the opportunity to witness one of the greatest natural wonders on earth, the Great Migration, depending on what time of year you visit. Overnights at Singita Sasakwa Lodge.

Day 8 – Serengeti National Park: After breakfast, transfer to Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp and enjoy a game drive en route.

Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp is located next to the famous Grumeti River which is home to resident hippos that bark and wallow their days away. Hidden among the rocky outcrops, the camp is located at the starting point of the migration. Twenty luxurious elevated tents, each with spacious and richly furnished bedrooms, blend seamlessly into the environment. Each of the tents is surrounded by its own 360-degree veranda deck, which in turn creates your very own private sanctuary to enjoy the constant game sightings and the ever-present sounds of the bush. Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp was named as one of the top 10 safari lodges in Africa by Travel + Leisure in 2024.

Days 9 & 10 – Serengeti: Enjoy two full days of shared safari activities. Activities include morning and afternoon game drives and hot air balloon rides (extra cost). Overnights at Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp.

Day 11 – Depart: After a leisurely breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight to Arusha where you’ll have lunch and the use of a day room at Rivertrees Country Inn.

Rivertrees Country Inn is nestled between Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru in natural gardens along the Usa River. This small Country Inn accommodates up to 24 guests, guaranteeing privacy, personal attention and service. Amenities include self-contained bathrooms with shower or bathtub, mosquito netting, hot water, bottled water, complimentary WiFi in public areas, a laptop available for guest use, laundry services and private dining upon request.