Africa

East African Splendor

12
day excursion

Embark on an unparalleled East African journey. Luxuriate on the Ngorongoro Crater rim, immersing in wildlife wonders. Expert guides lead Serengeti walks for up-close encounters. Sleep under stars in a vintage tented camp. Witness Masai Mara's spectacle, capped with a hot air balloon ride. Conclude with relaxation or adventure on Zanzibar's culturally rich shores, where spice-scented traditions endure, and dhows drift on the horizon

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Estimated per person Price
$20,000 per person
*Packages can be designed for single or double occupancy. Pricing is subject to change based on number of guests, room types, and availability.
suggested trip length
12 days / 11 nights
Best time to travel
March - November
best for
Wildlife viewing, adventurers
Impact

Conservation Program
Human-Wildlife Coexistence
Protecting Marine Life

Your journey

Destinations:

  1. Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
  2. Serengeti, Tanzania
  3. Masai Mara, Kenya,
  4. Zanzibar, Tanzania

Itinerary at a glance

Day 1
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

Your international flight will arrive into Arusha, after Tanzanian warm welcome by your guide you seamlessly embark on a light aircraft for your short flight and road transfer to your next accommodation on the Ngorongoro Crater.

Accommodations
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Meals included
Dinner
Day 2
Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

The ancient caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater cradles a stunning array of wildlife, from endangered black rhinos to majestic elephants. Interact in the afternoon with the KopeLion conservation team for a deeper understanding of their day-to-day operations.

Accommodations
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Today’s destination is the timeless African marvel that is the Serengeti. Encounter iconic wildlife, from majestic lions to graceful giraffes, in a landscape that epitomizes untamed beauty and promises unforgettable adventures in the heart of nature.

Accommodations
Fly-Camping & Walking with Alex Walker Serian Safaris
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

We invite you exclusively to experience the famous Serengeti like only a few ever will. Evoke all your senses when you explore this wild land, together with your very experienced and professional ranger during walking safaris off the beaten track.

Accommodations
Fly-Camping & Walking with Alex Walker Serian Safaris
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Learn and marvel at the infinite fascinations of wildlife and nature you will chance upon. And at the day’s end, creature comforts await: cosy beds, warm bucket showers, and a hearty meal around the campfire as you gaze up at the stars.

Accommodations
Fly-Camping & Walking with Alex Walker Serian Safaris
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6
Masai Mara, Kenya

The Masai Mara is unforgettable due to the abundance of wildlife and spectacular landscapes. Today we travel across the border to Kenya for our destination in the Masai Mara Conservancy.

Accommodations
Bateleur Camp
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7
Masai Mara, Kenya

Appreciate a more exclusive piece of the Mara where you can explore in a vehicle, by foot, by day or by night. In the company of a safari guide, observe sights and sounds of the bush. Enjoy game drives and game walks as your heart desires.

Accommodations
Bateleur Camp
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 8
Masai Mara, Kenya

A once-of-a-lifetime experience awaits today appreciating the spectacular magnificence of wild Africa during a Hot Air Balloon Safari. After a champagne breakfast, you can either relax in the luxury of the lodge or embark on more game viewing.

Accommodations
Bateleur Camp
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 9
Zanzibar, Tanzania

We make our way from the savannahs of Kenya to the sandy beaches of Zanzibar. Two light-aircraft flights will take you to your destination. After a warm welcome, we will transfer you to your accommodation for the next nights.

Accommodations
Mnemba Island
Meals included
Breakfast and dinner
Day 10
Zanzibar, Tanzania

Uncover unpretentious paradise on this exclusive island. Enjoy simple pleasures turned treasured memories. Relax on your beachfront, where luxurious bandas peek from the pine forest's shade.

Accommodations
Mnemba Island
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Optional add-ons
Spa treatments
Day 11
Zanzibar, Tanzania

Choose from an array of activities: Scuba Diving, Dhow Cruise at sunset, swimming, snorkeling, yoga sessions. Take the time to unwind and relax or be as active as you wish to be

Accommodations
Mnemba Island
Meals included
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Optional add-ons
Green Turtle Nesting Adventure (seasonal)
Conservation Program

Interact with and support KopeLion Conservation Program fostering lion-people coexistence within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Human-Wildlife Coexistence

Human-Wildlife Coexistence programs are supported at your accommodation in the Masai Mara.

Sustainable Fishing

Supports sustainable fishing and foraging campaigns on the island of Zanzibar.

Trip summary

Trip summary

Trip Inclusions
Accommodations
  • 2 nights at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania
  • 3 nights at Alex Walker Serian Luxury Fly-Camping, Serengeti, Tanzania
  • 2 nights at Bateleur Camp, Masai Mara, Kenya
  • 3 nights at Mnemba Island, Zanzibar Tanzania
Flights & Airport Transfers
  • Meet and Greet on arrival day and guiding towards onward flight
  • Light-aircraft flight from Arusha to Manyara Airstrip and road transfer to Ngorongoro Crater Lodge on arrival day
  • Light-aircraft flight into the Serengeti on day 3
  • Light-aircraft flights (2) and road transfer to the Masai Mara on day 7
  • Light aircraft flights (2) and transfer to hotel on day 9
  • Airport transfer on day 12
Excursions & Activities
  • Decend into Ngorongoro Crater and game viewing
  • Interaction with KopeLion Conservation Team
  • Game walks and drives in the Serengeti
  • Safari game drives in the Masai Mara
  • Hot Air Ballooning in the Masai Mara
  • Activities on Zanzibar: Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, swimming, yoga, dhow cruise
Meals
  • All meals and drinks included during your stay at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
  • All meals and drinks during your wild Fly-Camping experience included
  • All meals and drinks included during your stay at Bateleur Camp
  • All meals and drinks included on Mnemba Island / Zanzibar

Carbon Offsetting fee

Trip EXClusions
  • Travel Insurance 
  • Emergency medical insurance 
  • Gratuities 
  • Inbound flight on arrival day
  • Outbound flight on departure day
  • Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary or outlined in the inclusions list
  • Premium drinks and some imported drinks during your stay
  • Additional sightseeing, tours, and admissions not specified in the itinerary 
  • Flights and transfers not specified in the itinerary
Things to know
  • Each itinerary can be tailored to you.
  • Starting price is an average for this itinerary and is subject to change based on availability, dates, inclusions, and any customization.
  • Passports are required and must be valid for six months after your departure. 
  • Please consult your physician for any required or suggested vaccinations for this region.
  • Should any visas be required for travel to this region, it is the travelers responsibility to obtain and have available when necessary the appropriate valid travel documents. 

Currency Information: 

  • Tanzania: Tanzanian Shilling (TSH)
  • Kenya: Kenyan Shilling (KSH)

Wi-Fi:

  • Wi-Fi available at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
  • No Wi-Fi available during your luxury Fly-Camping experience day 3 – 6
  • Wi-Fi available at Bateleur Camp
  • Wi-Fi available on Zanzibar, Mnemba Island

Climate: 

  • The Serengeti in Tanzania experiences a classic savanna climate. It has distinct wet and dry seasons. The wet season, from November to May, brings rainfall, while the dry season, from June to October, is sunny and cooler.
  • Masai Mara: The region experiences a distinct wet season from November to May, characterized by rainfall. The dry season, from June to October, is sunny and cooler.
  • Zanzibar, an island archipelago off Tanzania's coast, features a tropical climate. Warm temperatures prevail year-round, ranging from 70°F to 90°F. The wet season is from March to May.

booking terms

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Sustainability Efforts
  • Interact with and support KopeLion Conservation Program fostering lion-people coexistence within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • Human-Wildlife Coexistence programs are supported at your accommodation in the Masai Mara
  • Creating a broader Marine-Protected-Area off the East African coast, is the mission of Mnembe Island, &Beyond.
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