The Great Plains Expedition: 7 Days from Amboseli to Serengeti
Day
1
Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
(240 Km – Approx. 4 hrs)
Your adventure begins at 7:30 a.m. with a pick-up from your hotel, residence, or Nairobi airport. Depart the city and journey through the scenic savannahs of southern Kenya, dotted with Maasai homesteads and open plains.
Arrive in Amboseli National Park by late morning and check in at your lodge or camp.
After lunch and some rest, head out on your first game drive in search of iconic African wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and more.
Towering Mt. Kilimanjaro offers a stunning backdrop to the landscape, with its snow-capped peak dominating the southern horizon.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan:
Lunch, Dinner
Day
2
Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Have breakfast, enjoy unlimited game drives across the park’s diverse habitats, including swamps, open plains, and woodlands.
Look out for Amboseli’s famed elephant herds and enjoy the abundant birdlife.
Return to your lodge or camp for a relaxing evening.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day
3
Amboseli – Lake Manyara
(320 Km – Approx. 5–6 hrs)
After breakfast exit Amboseli and drive to the border town of Namanga. After completing immigration formalities, cross into Tanzania and continue through Maasai territory and changing landscapes.
Enjoy lunch in Arusha town, then proceed to Lake Manyara National Park. Embark on an afternoon game drive to spot flamingos along the lake’s shore and search for the famous tree-climbing lions resting in the acacia branches.
Spend the night at your lodge or tented camp near the park.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day
4
Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
(215 Km – Approx. 4 hrs)
After breakfast with beautiful sunrise views over Lake Manyara, depart for Serengeti National Park. Along the way, stop at Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world, to learn about early human history.
Continue into the vast Serengeti plains for an afternoon of thrilling game drives across one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife habitats.
Overnight at your Serengeti safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day
5
Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the sweeping grasslands of the Serengeti. Known for its immense wildlife populations and the Great Migration, the park is home to the Big Five, large herds of herbivores, and prolific predators like lions and cheetahs.
Traverse different regions of the park, each with unique climates and ecosystems, and enjoy the raw beauty and drama of the African savannah.
Return to your camp or lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day
6
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart the Serengeti with a picnic lunch and enjoy game viewing along the way.
Arrive at the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend 600 meters into the crater for a nearly full day of game drives. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa.
Enjoy a picnic lunch near the Ngoitoktok Springs before continuing your exploration. In the late afternoon, ascend to the crater rim for breathtaking views at sunset.
Overnight at a lodge near the crater.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day
7
Ngorongoro – Arusha
(190 Km – Approx. 3.5 hrs)
Enjoy a final breakfast in the highlands of Ngorongoro before setting off for Arusha.
Depending on your plans, you’ll be dropped off at your Arusha hotel, airport, or optionally return to Nairobi.
Meal Plan:
Breakfast, Lunch
What’s
Included
- All scheduled airport and hotel transfers in Nairobi
- Full-board accommodation in luxury lodges and tented camps
- Daily meals and bottled water throughout the safari
- AMREF Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover
- Extensive game drives in a private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Regional flights (e.g., Nairobi to Masai Mara, Amboseli to Nairobi)
- Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- All national park entry fees and government levies
- Reusable safari water bottle (eco-friendly initiative)
- Customized, private travel experience
What’s
Not Included
- International airfare and related taxes
- Visa application fees and processing
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides, porters, and staff
- Optional activities and excursions not listed in the itinerary
- Premium alcoholic beverages and specialty drinks
- Laundry, phone, and personal expenses during travel
Tips Before You Travel
Be safari-ready with key tips, essentials, and answers to common questions.
1. Timing Your Visit
Choose the best season based on wildlife activity, weather, and migration patterns. For example, the Great Migration in the Serengeti typically occurs between July and October.
2. Travel Documents
Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. Apply for your visa online in advance for faster processing.
3. Health & Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination may be required depending on your origin. It’s also advisable to take malaria prophylaxis and carry a small medical kit.
4. What to Pack
Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. Apply for your visa online in advance for faster processing.
5. Currency & Tipping
Carry small amounts of USD or local currency. Tipping is appreciated — approx. $10–$15/day per guest for guides and $5–$10/day for camp staff.
6. Connectivity & SIM Cards
Wi-Fi is available in many lodges but may be limited. Local SIM cards are available in major cities like Nairobi or Arusha.
7. Safari Etiquette
Respect wildlife by maintaining silence and not feeding animals. Always follow your guide’s instructions and stay within designated paths.
8. Emergency Contacts
Keep a copy of important contact numbers: your tour operator, embassy, and local emergency services.
Accommodation Highlights
Experience exceptional hospitality and comfort while immersed in nature. Each handpicked lodge or tented camp has been selected for its location, charm, and unique safari experience.
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Nanyuki, Kenya
Highlight: Located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy with an award-winning chimpanzee sanctuary
Unique Feature: Wildlife-viewing deck where rhinos and elephants frequently visit
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