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Overland
Wildlife
The Masai Heartlands
15 Days | Cross Kenya and Tanzania through the fertile Masai Mara
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Start
Nairobi, Kenya
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Finish
Nairobi, Kenya
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Trip Code
YGOCC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Physical Rating
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Meals
13 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 12 dinners
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Transport
Overland vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle
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Accommodation
Camping (with facilities) (8 nights), Hotel (2 night), Camping (with basic facilities) (3 night), Basic Hotel (1 night)
From £2,917(15 days)
Trip Informations
Watch the wonders of Kenya and Tanzania unfold before you on this incredible 15-day overland adventure. Head deep into the heartland of the Maasai tribespeople and the finest game parks in eastern Africa. Travelling through the acclaimed Masai Mara and the vast Serengeti plains to the stunning lakes of the Great Rift Valley and the dramatic scenery of the Ngorongoro Crater, you'll spot a wealth of exotic predators and peaceful herbivores. Follow in the footsteps of the Maasai with local knowledge each step of the way, leaving you with memories of Africa to last a lifetime.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Explore Amboseli National Park, home to the largest population of African elephants in Kenya - known for large tuskers and exquisite views of Mt Kilimanjaro on clear days.
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Learn about rural Tanzanian life as you join the community for a guided afternoon stroll around the farming area of Mto wa Mbu, before enjoying a traditional meal together.
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Spend the night in a Maasai village to learn about life from community elders, visit a widows’ community and maybe even learn to throw a spear.
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Head out on an early morning game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park. This might be your best chance of seeing black and white rhinoceroses in the flesh.
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Embark on unforgettable safaris across Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti for a chance to spot Africa's iconic wildlife.
Is this trip right for you?
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This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your own tent, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities, and getting the best possible views of the Big Five. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local wildlife. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page:
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In Loita Hills you will stay in a secure bush camp with basic facilities and cold showers. There is no Wi-Fi or upgrades available but the rewards of experiencing Maasai culture should more than make up for the lack of creature comforts.
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As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Nairobi
- DAY 2Day 2 • Lake Nakuru National Park
- DAY 3Day 3 • Lake Naivasha
- DAY 4Day 4 • Lake Naivasha
- DAY 5Day 5 • Loita Hills Maasai Village
- DAY 6Day 6 • Masai Mara National Reserve
- DAY 7Day 7 • Masai Mara National Reserve
- DAY 8Day 8 • Nairobi
- DAY 9Day 9 • Amboseli National Park
- DAY 10Day 10 • Mto Wa Mbu
- DAY 11Day 11 • Serengeti National Park
- DAY 12Day 12 • Serengeti National Park
- DAY 13Day 13 • Karatu (Ngorongoro Crater)
- DAY 14Day 14 • Karatu
- DAY 15Day 15 • Arusha / Nairobi
Inclusions
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13 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 12 dinners
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Overland vehicle, 4x4 Safari Vehicle
bed Accommodation
Camping (with facilities) (8 nights), Hotel (2 night), Camping (with basic facilities) (3 night), Basic Hotel (1 night)
festival Activities
circleLake Nakuru - Village Walk & Cooking Class
circleLake Nakuru - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleLake Naivasha - Boat trip
circleLoita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
circleMasai Mara - 4x4 Game Drive
circleAmboseli National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleMto Wa Mbu - Village walk & local dinner
circleAmboseli - Kimana Ranger Project
circleSerengeti National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleSerengeti National Park - Morning Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleSerengeti National Park - Afternoon Overland Vehicle Game Drive
circleNgorongoro Crater - 4x4 Game Drive
museum Optional activities
circleNairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD45
circleLake Naivasha - Hell's Gate NP (Game Drive) - USD65
circleLake Naivasha - Game Walk in Crater Lake Game Sanctuary (entrance fee) - USD50
circleMasai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD625
circleSerengeti National Park - Balloon Ride (from price) - USD745
circleNgorongoro Forest - Elephant Cave Trek - USD80
circleLake Manyara Game drive - USD100
circleKaratu - Village Visit - USD20
circleKaratu - Coffee Tour - USD25
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. This trip is a combination of YGOK and YGOT, two of our most popular itineraries. As such, the make up of your group and your leader may change on Day 8.
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3. This trip finishes upon arrival in Nairobi on Day 15. Please do not book any flights until after 8pm this evening.
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4. If it is more convenient, we offer the option to finish the trip in Arusha or Nairobi. Please do not book flights out of Arusha airport until after 10.30 am.
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5. An optional sunrise balloon ride in the Masai Mara or Serengeti National Park is possible on this itinerary. Please see the itinerary above for full details of this activity. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited, and we recommend you book in advance. Please inquire when booking your trip to book this optional activity.
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