14-Day The Crown Jewels of East Africa – A Luxury Wildlife Expedition (Private)

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your professional safari guide and receive a warm Kenyan welcome. Transfer to your hotel in Nairobi, where you can relax and prepare for the incredible journey ahead. Enjoy a restful evening as anticipation builds for the wildlife adventure of a lifetime.

After breakfast, travel through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley to the serene waters of Lake Naivasha. Upon arrival, enjoy an optional boat safari across the lake, where hippos bask in the water and fish eagles soar overhead. Continue with a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, coming face-to-face with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and antelopes in one of Kenya’s most unique wildlife experiences.

Depart after breakfast for Lake Nakuru National Park, a sanctuary renowned for protecting endangered black and white rhinos. Enjoy an extensive game drive through diverse landscapes inhabited by Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, leopards, buffaloes, flamingos (seasonal), pelicans and over 450 bird species before retiring to your lodge.

Travel through scenic countryside to the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch before setting out on your first exciting afternoon game drive. Explore the endless plains as lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and countless other wildlife emerge across the golden savannah.

Dedicate the day to discovering the wonders of the Maasai Mara. Search for the Big Five while witnessing extraordinary wildlife encounters across one of Africa’s richest ecosystems. During the migration season, marvel at the dramatic Mara River crossings. Optional experiences include a sunrise hot air balloon safari or a cultural visit to a traditional Maasai village.

After breakfast, journey toward the Kenya–Tanzania border and complete immigration formalities before meeting your Tanzanian guide. Continue into the legendary Serengeti National Park, where endless plains and incredible wildlife await. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge.

Spend the entire day exploring the spectacular Serengeti. Track lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, hyenas, giraffes and vast herds of wildebeest and zebra while experiencing one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles. Every game drive offers unforgettable photographic opportunities.

Enjoy a leisurely morning game drive in the Serengeti before travelling through breathtaking landscapes toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim or nearby highlands, offering spectacular panoramic views.

Rise early for an unforgettable descent into the Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the morning exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including endangered black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos and flamingos. Later, continue to the Tarangire area.

Embark on a rewarding morning game drive through Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and the wildlife-rich Tarangire River. Spot lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, elands and a remarkable variety of birdlife before continuing to Arusha for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, drive to the Namanga border and cross back into Kenya. Continue to Amboseli National Park, where the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the horizon. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of Amboseli’s famous elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes and buffaloes.

Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park. Discover its lush swamps, open plains and seasonal wetlands while photographing some of Africa’s largest elephant tuskers against the iconic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. The park also offers excellent opportunities to spot hyenas, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and more than 400 bird species.

After a leisurely breakfast, enjoy a final game drive as you leave Amboseli before travelling back to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon with time to relax, shop for souvenirs, or enjoy optional excursions depending on your departure schedule.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before transferring to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight. As your extraordinary East African safari comes to an end, depart with unforgettable memories of spectacular wildlife, breathtaking landscapes and remarkable encounters across Kenya and Tanzania.