Highlights of Kenya and Tanzania Private Photo Safari

15 JUN 2024 - 29 JUN 2024

INTRODUCTION
With its incredible diversity of dramatic landscapes and home to some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world – it’s no surprise that Kenya is where the concept of safari was born. Here you have some of the best game viewing opportunities in the world including the “Big Five” along with zebras, wildebeest, and more. Kenya also claims the title of having some of the best national parks and game reserves in Africa with diverse ecosystems, including the Masai Mara which is famous for its Great Wildebeest Migration. This exclusive journey hits all the highlights and offers you the classic safari experience with the comfort of traveling with only your close friends and family. Snap photographs of elephants in Amboseli, birdwatch the hundreds of flamingos at Lake Nakuru, and enjoy the unbelievable wildlife in the Masai Mara, arguably the number one game reserve for African safari trips. From the support of our U.S. office as you plan, to our dedicated Africa team on the ground as you partake, peace of mind and convenience come standard throughout your journey.

About the Tour Lead and Instructor

Dan Wampler is an internationally published photographer, who has been teaching photography since 1982. His approach to teaching allows the photographer students the ability to improve their results while maintaining their own creative style. If you don't have professional camera gear, don't worry, you will have the option to purchase a download of every finished image he creates.

Private Highlights Of Kenya Summary

Explore game-rich areas of Kenya with a private top-rated wildlife guide in your own exclusive vehicle with only the people in your group.
Witness majestic herds of elephants and enjoy majestic views of Mount Kilimanjaro as you explore the iconic Amboseli National Park.
Discover Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru in the Great Rift Valley, where you can see 400 species of birds, including herons, flamingos, and pelicans.
Experience the magic of the Masai Mara National Reserve where more than two million wildebeest, zebras, and other antelopes make up the famous Great Migration.

Tanzania is Africa’s visual masterpiece. It is a country of natural splendor, astounding wildlife, seductive beaches, charming ancient towns, archaeological sites, and geological wonders. Experience a landscape like no other – from the high-lying rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, look down onto this vast, natural amphitheater, a year-round wildlife haven. Finally, lose your heart among the boundless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations, where horizons know no end and endless chapters of the Great Migration play out.

START	ACCOMMODATION	DESTINATION	DURATION	BASIS
15 Jun 2024	Safari Park Hotel	Nairobi	1 night	B&B
16 Jun 2024	Amboseli Sopa Lodge	Amboseli National Park	2 nights	FB
18 Jun 2024	Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge	Naivasha	2 nights	FB
20 Jun 2024	Ashnil Mara Camp	Masai Mara National Reserve	2 nights	FB
22 Jun 2024	Arumeru River Lodge	Usa River	1 night	B&B
23 Jun 2024	Ormatai Rock Camp	Tarangire National Park	1 night	FB
24 Jun 2024	Bashay Rift Lodge	Lake Manyara National Park	1 night	FB
25 Jun 2024	Olduvai Ndogo	Ngorongoro Conservation Area	1 night	HB
26 Jun 2024	Ronjo Camp	Seronera	1 night	FB
27 Jun 2024	Grumeti Hills	Grumeti Game Reserve	2 nights	FB

KEY
B&B: Bed and Breakfast	FB: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
HB: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

NAIROBI: SAFARI PARK HOTEL

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK: AMBOSELI SOPA LODGE

Amboseli Sopa Lodge Amboseli Sopa Lodges

NAIVASHA: LAKE NAIVASHA SOPA LODGE

Bar Room Balcony Bar Lounge

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE: ASHNIL MARA CAMP

View from Tent Verendar Interior of tent Outdoor Pool

USA RIVER: ARUMERU RIVER LODGE

Overview Game Drive Rainforest

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK: ORMATAI ROCK CAMP

Tent Deck Deck

LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK: BASHAY RIFT LODGE

Garden Restaurant Room

NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA: OLDUVAI NDOGO

Overview Night

SERONERA: RONJO CAMP

Fireplace Morning Rainbow

GRUMETI GAME RESERVE: GRUMETI HILLS

Lounge

PRICE

JUNE 2024 10-16PAX

8: $11,399 Per Person Sharing

10: $11,199 Per Person Sharing

12: $10,999 Per Person Sharing

14: 10,899 Per Person Sharing

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $800 Single room occupancy

AIRFARE JFK-NB-JRO-JFK ( Kenya Airways)

ECONOMY: $2,254

BUSINESS: $6,555

Price Includes

Kenya

Breathtaking accommodations in Kenya's national parks
Fully escorted journey with airport meet and greet
Top-rated local wildlife guide throughout your trip
Use of a luxury 4x4 safari land cruiser
Unlimited game drives in parks and reserves as per itinerary
All meals included as noted in the itinerary
All national park, reserve, and conservation fees as per itinerary
All transportation including airport transfers as per itinerary
Complimentary bottled water daily
Complimentary enrollment in AMREF (www.flydoc.org) emergency air evacuation service

Tanzania

One way flight NBO-JRO
Full time private 4x4 vehicle during your safari with unlimited mileage, water & qualified English speaking driver guide
1 pair of binoculars, books on fauna & flora, cool box with mineral water in each vehicle
Full board accommodation on safari
Park, Crater fees on safari
Flight from Ikoma to Arusha
Night Game Drive & Walking Safari in Grumeti
1 night BB at Arumeru
24/7 assistance of our Office in Arusha

Price Excludes

Single supplement
Visas
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Optional Excursions

Destinations

NAIROBI

15 JUN 2024 - 16 JUN 2024

Situated along the Nairobi River in beautiful Kenya, the capital of Nairobi is East Africa's most cosmopolitan city. It serves as an excellent starting point for African safari trips around Kenya. Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest city and is a vibrant and exciting place to be.

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

16 JUN 2024 - 18 JUN 2024

Located in the southern reaches of Kenya, the Amboseli National Park is renowned for its excellent variety of wildlife such as Maasai giraffe, elephant, lion and cheetah and not surprisingly it is one of Kenya's most popular parks. The landscape of Amboseli is dominated by the majestic snowcap of Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as open plains, acacia woodland, swamps and the massif of Ol Doinyo Orok. The birding is excellent, especially closer to the lakes and swamps. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to large herds of elephants among other wildlife species. Other attractions include opportunities to meet the Maasai people and soak up spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

NAIVASHA

18 JUN 2024 - 20 JUN 2024

Located in the beautiful Kenya Rift Valley basin, Naivasha is a compact market town northwest of Nairobi, best known as a stopping point for spellbinding Lake Naivasha. Aspiring wildlife photographers and nature lovers will marvel at Lake Naivasha and its abundance of wondrous wildlife. Here visitors can spot wallowing hippo pods, clouds of vibrant birdlife, zebra and various other game.

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

20 JUN 2024 - 22 JUN 2024

One of Kenya’s undisputed natural highlights is the Masai Mara National Reserve, which sprawls across more than 1500 square kilometres of the country’s southwest. The park protects a phenomenal array of game, including elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo, as well as crocodile and hippopotamus in the Mara River. The birdlife is no less impressive, with over 450 resident bird species. However, the true highlight here is the Great Migration, recognised as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. To survive the dry months of July to September, some 1.7 million wildebeest, migrate from the parched plains of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Along with much smaller numbers of antelope, buffalo and zebra, they move to the more forgiving grasslands of the Masai Mara. In their wake come predators such as lion, hyena and cheetah, for whom these giant herds are an easy source of prey.

USA RIVER

22 JUN 2024 - 23 JUN 2024

Set 23 kilometres east of Arusha, Usa River is the capital of Tanzania’s Meru District and lies between the Ndurdoto Crater and Arusha National Park. Dotted with numerous eco-lodges and other accommodation options, the town provides an ideal base for exploring the magnificent surrounding natural landscapes. Visit the seven Momela Lakes to see vast swathes of pink flamingos, and look out for buffalos and waterbuck. The park offers an array of safari tours and the chance to see unique primates such as blue monkeys, albino baboons, and colobus monkeys (this is the only place in Tanzania’s northern safari circuit where they can be found). The spectacular Mount Meru is a fantastic achievement to climb and provides unparalleled vistas of Kilimanjaro. At Usa River’s Cultural Arts Centre, take part in drum-making and Tanzanian cooking classes or visit traditional Maasai and Meru bomas.

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

23 JUN 2024 - 24 JUN 2024

Tarangire National Park, situated within Tanzania’s spectacular Manyara Region, is an awe-inspiring national park comprising granite ridges, river valleys, mixed vegetative landscapes, and free-roaming wildlife. During the annual dry season, the Tarangire River is a magnet for thirsty wildlife. Large herds of elephants and migratory wildebeest, zebra, buffalo, impala, gazelle, hartebeest, and eland gather and not surprisingly the predators follow. With lion being among the most commonly spotted animals, it is a rare day that a visitor does not spot this majestic animal prowling or grazing. Tarangire is also the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope such as oryx and gerenuk are seen regularly. This expansive area is also known for its spectacular baobab trees, its breathtaking views of the Masaai Steppe, and the wondrous mountains to the south.

LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK

24 JUN 2024 - 25 JUN 2024

Situated in Tanzania’s central-northern region with the Lake Manyara to its east and the Manyara Escarpment to its west, the Lake Manyara National Park offers breathtaking views and a large variety of habitats supporting an array of wildlife. This small park is home to surprising biodiversity and features a magnificent landscape of acacia woodlands, forests, baobab strewn cliffs, algae-streaked hot springs, swamps and the lake itself. The park supports over 400 species of bird and the largest concentration of baboons anywhere in the world. Other species to spot include giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, warthog, the Cape clawless otter, and the Egyptian mongoose. Don’t miss the opportunity to see thousands of flamingos on the lake, the renowned tree-climbing lions, and large families of elephants strolling through the forest.

NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA

25 JUN 2024 - 26 JUN 2024

Situated in the Crater Highlands in Northern Tanzania, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is best known for its archaeological and geological significance, rich wildlife, and beautiful scenery. The conservation area encompasses the famous Crater, the renowned Olduvai Gorge and vast plains of grasslands, forests and mountains extending to the Serengeti. This 8000-square-kilometre protected area is recognised for its natural beauty and has been placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Visitors flock here to soak up the spectacular views of the Ngorongoro Crater, voted as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, it is famed for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife.

SERONERA

26 JUN 2024 - 27 JUN 2024

The Seronera region, in the central Serengeti, is set directly on the Great Migration route and offers excellent viewing of this incredible annual phenomenon, when countless wildebeest flood the area and move across the plains. While migratory game populations fluctuate seasonally, Seronera is still a wildlife hotspot at other times of the year, sheltering the Big Five, among many other species. A number of small campsites provide accommodation and visitors can enjoy hot air balloon trips and walking safaris as well as guided game drives.

GRUMETI GAME RESERVE

27 JUN 2024 - 29 JUN 2024

Neighbouring Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, the Grumeti Game Reserve is idyllically positioned within the Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem. It plays an important role in the protection of the Great Migration as it supports indigenous biodiversity. Visitors can look forward to dining under the stars, exploring the magnificent Serengeti plains, hopping on a canoe trip or fishing expedition as well as enjoying exceptional all-year-round game viewing. Other commonly spotted wildlife includes: crocodile and hippo inhabiting the many meandering rivers.

Daily Information

DAY 1: NAIROBI

SAT. 15 JUN 2024

On arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you are met by an Odyssey Safaris representative and transferred to your accommodation; spend the remainder of the day at leisure to get acclimated for your upcoming safari adventure. If you wish, and time allows, we can schedule some optional activities for you to enjoy.

DAY 2: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

SUN. 16 JUN 2024

After breakfast, our adventures in the bush begin in the spectacular Amboseli National Park. Romantically situated in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is famous for its tremendous variety of big game. We will arrive just in time for lunch.

After lunch, we will conduct a game drive on your way to the lodge.

Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from lions, cheetah, wildebeest, and giraffes to baboons.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Activities And Services

Afternoon Game Drive

DAY 3: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

MON. 17 JUN 2024

The day starts with breakfast followed by a morning game drive in the park. Amboseli offers opportunities for viewing large herds of elephants and nearly every vista within the park is framed by majestic Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.

A visit to Observation Hill allows for an overall view of the whole park, especially the swamp which hosts many elephants, buffaloes, hippos and a variety of waterfowls like pelican, and Egyptian goose.

Take lunch and continue with your game drive in the afternoon.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Activities And Services

Full Day Game Drive

DAY 4: NAIVASHA

TUE. 18 JUN 2024

Today our adventures begin with a morning game drive to finish exploring the majestic wildlife within Amboseli National Park. Upon finishing your game drive, enjoy a delicious breakfast and prepare to depart for Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for an afternoon lunch.

There are a wide range of optional activities to choose from to finish out your day.

Maybe a boat ride on the lake? How about an informative nature walk at Crescent Island discovering the unique wildlife that roams within it? Or you may wish to lounge by the pool admiring the view of zebras, giraffes and waterbuck just outside the fence.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

DAY 5: NAIVASHA

WED. 19 JUN 2024

Our adventures begin as we travel to the exotic Lake Nakuru National Park located in the Great Rift Valley. Once we arrive, set out on a captivating game drive where we will explore the diversity of wildlife that roams within.

Enjoy a wonderful picnic lunch at our favorite scenic point that overlooks the entirety of the lake, then continue your search for leopard and rhino. The game in this park is plentiful and the magnificent bird watching will make a devotee out of even the most reluctant.

Activities And Services

Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park

Full Day Game Drive

DAY 6: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

THU. 20 JUN 2024

This morning we will drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains, famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest migration and is also the home of the Big Five: lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhino.

Take your first glimpses of the vast savannah and wildlife on your way to the camp. Lunch at the camp and then depart on an afternoon game run. The Mara Game Reserve is one of the greatest wilderness areas of the world where large mammals are varied and easy to see.

Evening game drive – 3.30 p.m. to 6.45 p.m.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Activities And Services

Evening game drive – 3.30 p.m. to 6.45 p.m.

DAY 7: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

FRI. 21 JUN 2024

The search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues today during extensive game runs. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs.

Wake up to the sights and sounds of one of the world’s premier wildlife destinations. In the Masai Mara Reserve live 95 species of mammals and 570 species of birds; an impressive number, making this area an unique destination for game safaris, one of the best places in all of Africa.

Activities And Services

Full Day Game Drive

DAY 8: USA RIVER

SAT. 22 JUN 2024

Enjoy an early breakfast at the camp, checkout and conduct a game drive en-route with an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Maasai people to witness the singing and dancing that is part of their daily lives and sacred rituals.

A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience. Transfer to Nairobi airport for your flight to Tanzania.

Arrival at the Kilimanjaro airport. Meeting with the driver and transfer to the lodge (about 40 minutes). Diner and overnight at Arumeru Lodge (BB)

DAY 9: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

SUN. 23 JUN 2024

After your breakfast meal, departure to Tarangire National Park. The drive is approximatively 3:30 hours on a good paved road before reaching the entrance of the park. Game drive in the morning: Superb landscapes with the baobabs emblem of the park, huge concentration of elephants, it is possible to observe more than one thousand in a single day.

Picnic lunch in Tarangire National Park and the safari continues in the afternoon

The light is better on the second half of the afternoon. Arrival at the Maweninga camp in the end of the afternoon. Beautiful sunset from the rocks terrace of the camp, facing the West (Lake Burunge, lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro crater)

Dinner and overnight at Ormatai Rock

Activities And Services

Full Day Game Drive

DAY 10: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK

MON. 24 JUN 2024

This morning departure to Manyara national Park: morning safari and picnic lunch under parasol acacias. The afternoon will also be devoted to the discovery of Manyara Park, which offers an interesting concentration of different landscapes.

At the end of the day, transfer to Karatu after about 45 minutes of paved road.

Dinner and overnight at Bashay Rift Lodge

Activities And Services

Game Drive

DAY 11: NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA

TUE. 25 JUN 2024

The day will be dedicated to the discovery of the Ngorongoro Crater, classified in the UNESCO world heritage. From the lodge, it takes about 15 mn to join the NCA (Ngorongoro Conservation Area) and another 45 mn to reach the road which comes down in the crater.

This runway, extremely abrupt, offers a luxurious landscape towards the heart of crater. From the bottom of the crater, we discover the first animals (buffaloes, zebras, gnus, gazelles) . The safari really begins in these 300 km² which form the base of this gigantic crater. Lions, rhinos, elephants, buffalo and leopard: The chances to meet the "big five" are high.

Picnic lunch near a small lake.

Continuation of the safari during the afternoon, on this magnificent site which offers at the same time a part of forests, plains and swamp ... And where we cross different fauna, in varied landscapes. Ascent of the crater in the end of the afternoon.

Arrival at the camp, briefing and allocation of the tents. Then small walk (about 1 hour) to the summit of the “Kopjes” to face the sunset on the Serengeti plains... Return to the camp at night

Dinner and overnight at Olduvai Ndogo

Activities And Services

Ngorongoro Crater

DAY 12: SERONERA

WED. 26 JUN 2024

Departure in the morning in to the great plains of Serengeti by taking the kopjes track. Large granite massifs and big cats territory.

Picnic lunch in the heart of Serengeti.

In the afternoon, the safari continues around Seronera. There is a large concentration of felines (lions, leopards, cheetahs) in this part of the Serengeti. Arrival at the lodge in the late afternoon.

Dinner and overnight Ronjo Camp

Activities And Services

Game Drive

DAY 13: GRUMETI GAME RESERVE

THU. 27 JUN 2024

New day game drive through the great plains of the Serengeti National Park.

A picnic lunch in the heart of the park will be provided In the afternoon, the game drive will take you along the rivers at the Serengeti central area (Seronera, Banagi ...) Then head to Grumeti zone.

Dinner and Overnight at Grumeti Hills

Activities And Services

Morning Game Drive

Afternoon Game Drive

DAY 14: GRUMETI GAME RESERVE

FRI. 28 JUN 2024

Early departure for a walking safari with a guide who will make you discover the present fauna. After 2 - 3 hours of hike, you will have a breakfast in bush. You will come back at your lodge for a rest time. Enjoy the swimming pool and the nice spa.

Lunch at the lodge.

Leisure time in the afternoon Possibility to plan a cultural excursion to Mugumu, Ikomacastle (whichwere important during the war 14-18) Early dinner at lodge.

You will attend to a night safari between 8:30 pm and 10:00 pm. During a night safari, we observe differents king of species as galagos, genette, chive... And others change their behaviors such as hyenas, leopards, elephants...

Overnight at Grumeti Hills

Activities And Services

Morning Game Drive

Afternoon Game Drive

Night Game Drive

DAY 15: DEPART FOR HOME

SAT. 29 JUN 2024

Last morning safari then transfer to Ikoma airstrip for boarding and assistance for scheduled flight to Arusha.

Reception at the arrival then transfer to Arumeru River Lodge for lunch and day use. Then transfer to JRO airport for boarding and assistance on return flight.

ACCOMODATIONS