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Tanzania Northern Wildlife Safari (9 days)

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 8 nights 9 days
Locations Visited: Arusha,National Park,Ngorongoro Conservation Area,Serengeti National Park
Description:Wildlife safari through the famous Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Spectacular wild beauty of Lake Natron - observe the thousands of flamingos that gather to nest in the alkaline waters. Some cultural contact with the Masai and Sonjo people of these regions. /BC
Suitable for children from 8 years.
Day 1 NAIROBI - NAMANGA - LONGIDO
Nairobi was created in 1896 at the time of the construction of the Mombasa-Kampala railway on a high plateau at 1600 metres altitude. At this time the Masai grazed their cattle along the banks of the river ‘Ennairobi, which in their language ‘Maa’, means cold. Today Nairobi has More…e aspect of a European town with a population of over 1 million. It is difficult to imagine that at the beginning of the century you may have met a lion or rhinoceros during an evening stroll down the main street. We leave Nairobi in the direction of the Ngong Hills. Acacia trees and termite mounds line this excellent tarmac road, which brings us rapidly to the border at Namanga. The town is dominated by the sacred mountain Ol donyo Orok, where one of the most important Laibon or Masai sorcerers has been buried. But it is not the religious aspect that attracts the mass of people to this town. In fact it’s the merchants with their contraband goods who are trading along the border post. All sorts of items are proposed to us while we go through the formalities to cross into Tanzania.Once in Tanzania the huge plains continue to spread before us, as far as Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru. On a small track we head towards the Longido hills. Night camping.
Days 2 & 3 RIFT VALLEY & LAKE NATRON
Even for the Masai of Natron the environment is inhospitable and tough. Deep down on the floor of the Rift Valley, the giant fault that cuts its way across the African continent, the world continues to evolve. The active volcano, Lengai, is another sacred mountain for the Masai. Lengai means God in Maa language and on the summit, protected from the vapour and heat of the volcano, resides ‘Ngai’. Several other volcanoes rise from the plains and Gelai dominates at some 3000 metres over Lake Natron.
This lake was discovered by English geologist Gregory, and is certainly the most spectacular in the Rift Valley. An enormous pan of pink soda stretches towards the horizon. All around the edge of the lake there are hot springs bubbling from the ground at temperatures exceeding 50° C. These springs produce microscopic aquatic life that feed a variety of local bird species, along with a number of migratory birds. A species of perch, “Tilapia Grahami” survives in these extreme conditions, breeding in puddles of fresh water. Areas More…ncentrated in soda are favourable for the reproduction of algae which flamingosfeed upon. It’s not unusual for the flamingos to number into the hundreds of thousands.
Nights camping.
Day 4 SONJO COUNTRY / LOLIONDO
We climb out of the Rift Valley onto an escarpment several hundred metres high. From high above on the cliff edge we take our last look over to Mt. Gelai and it’s reflection shimmering on the surface of Lake Natron. We cross plains inhabited by wildlife and cattle grazing harmoniously, whilst the herdsman surveys from his lookout on a granite boulder.
After passing through the green hills of Loliondo where we meet many people and shop for some fresh supplies, the road takes us to one of the most important animal reserves in Africa.
Night camping.
Day 5,6 & 7 SERENGETI
Serengeti National Park is one of the largest animal reserves in Africa and covers an area of 14500 km². During the annual migration we can observe immense herds of several hundred thousand animals. The last aerial census counted 1.2 million wildebeest, 700 000 zebra, 400 000 gazelle, and of course all the predators that follow and hunt the feebler of the animals. Over 2 million animals follow the rhythm of the seasons. During the few days spent here we join their rhythm and follow the procession, observing this magnificent wonder of nature. We pass through a wide variety of ecosystems from savannah dotted with acacias at Lobo, to open plains with the occasional rock kopjie of Seronera. Nights camping.
Day 8 NGORONGORO CRATER
Ngorongoro Conservation Area was created with a separate entity to the Serengeti to protect the Masai herdsmen. The Masai had in fact found themselves thrown out of their traditional pasturelands. It was decided that to protect the ancestral rights of the Masai they should be given the right to graze their cattle in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area but not in the Serengeti. This compromise seems to be a success as we are able to observe an enormous variety of wildlife against the backdrop of some spectacular landscapes. The amateur photographer will appreciate the contrast of the cloud charged skies which surround the hill tops, the brilliant golden sunlight illuminating the vegetation on the crater floor, and the white soda lake where pink flamingos search for food.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area is not only an animal reserve but also a very important location for research into the roots of mankind. At Olduvai and Laetoli, Louis Leakey discovered several Australopithecus as well as footprints that date back 3.5 million years. Night in Lodge.
Day 9 NAIROBI
With a much More abundant rainfall falling on the Mts. Meru and Kilimanjaro, the Warushe and Wachagga people cultivate the rich soil. They are cousins of the Masai but are now sedentary Nilotics. Only the National Parks of Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru have prevented them from cultivating the entire mountains. Mt. Meru towers 4566 metres high and is a dormant volcano which was last active about 100 years ago. A good tarmac road leads us to Namanga and the border post once again.
When formalities to cross the border are completed, we head to Nairobi passing by the Ngong Hills. These hills which were made famous by Karen Blixen and her book “Out of Africa”, tower over the edge of the Rift Valley. After a last glance over Hemmingway’s Africa we find ourselves once again amongst the hustle and bustle of city life. Transfer to your hotel in Nairobi.

Tanzania North to South (14 days)

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 13 nights 14 days
Locations Visited: Arusha National Park, Ngorongoro, Rungwa, Ruaha, Mukimi, Selous, Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam
Description:A journey for the intrepid traveller wanting to penetrate deeper into the interior of Tanzania visiting the game reserves and parks not often visited by the classical tourist. Passing through a variety of spectacular mountainous forested and cultivated areas we meet people at work in their villages and appreciate the wild beauty of these unknown reserves and their wildlife.
Day 1 - NAIROBI / ARUSHA NATIONAL PARK
Situated on the slopes of Mt Meru, this little visited park offers a great variety of landscapes and fauna. Overnight in Momella Lodge or National park guesthouse.
Day2 & 3 - NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA. LODGE
Wildlife lodge or similar. After crossing the Rift Valley we climb up onto the Ngorongoro highlands to arrive at the Ngorongoro crater rim. Following day a half day game viewing in the Crater. Overnight in a farmhouse on the edge of the conservation area.
Day 4 & 5 -LAKE BALANGIDA. CAMPING
In the highlands of Mbulu we discover the Iracqw people, who migrated from Ethiopia. Soda lakes at the edge of the Rift Valley where they collect salt.
Day 5 - DODOMA / IRINGA. HOTEL.
Brachistegia or Miombo bush land slowly replaces villages, plantations and cultivated fields.
Day 6, 7 & 8 - IRINGA/RUAHA NATIONAL PARK. CAMPING
From the cultivated land of the Hehe people to the country of the “painted Wolves” in the remoteset National park in the country. Game viewing along the Ruaha river in this scenic park, dotted with Baobab trees.
9 - MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK. LODGE
Driving on the Trans-African highway passing through baobab forest and mountains. We spend a night in a lodge overlooking the Mikumi National Park.
Day 10 - MOROGORO/ ULUGURU MOUNTAINS. CAMPING
After visiting the colourful market of Morogoro we drive into the Ulguru Mountains. Far from the coast we are surprised to find coconut palms. The Uluguru Mountains are a tropical island of quartz rocks covered with unusual vegetation.
Day 11, 12 & 13 - ULGURU/SELOUS GAME RESERVE. CAMPING
Tanzania’s largest game reserve and the least frequented. Game viewing along the famous Rufiji river.
Day 14 - SELOUS / DAR ES SALAAM
Last morning game drive before heading towards the coast.The vegitation changes, we are now in Swahili country, the Arab influence more and more present until we reach the mininets in Dar es Salaam.There is an optional direct flight to Zanzibar from the Selous.

Nyika Camping Safari (9 days)

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 8 nights 9 days
Description:Standard Camping safari to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Some nights spent in lodge or tented camp./MC
Day 1 - Tarangire
After lunch drive to Tarangire National Park. Eveing game drive. Camp overnight.
Day 2- Tarangire
Morning and afternoon game drives in Tarangire.
Day 3 -Lake Manyara
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Lunch, diner and overnight at Kirurumu Tented Lodge.
Day 4 - Serengeti
Morning game drive in Manyara. After lunch drive to Serengeti. Camp.
Days 5 & 6 - Serengeti
Two full days in the Serengeti, with morning and afternoon game drives. Camp.
Day 7 - Ngorongoro
Drive to Ngorongoro Crater with visit to Olduvai Gorge enroute. Overnight at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge.
Day 8 - Ngorongoro
Full day in the Crater game viewing. Overnight at the lodge.
Day 9 - Arusha
Drive to Arusha in time for lunch.

Masai Camping Safari - Tanzania (7 days)

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 6 nights 7 days
Locations Visited: Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Description:Camping safari to Lake Manyara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Some nights spent in lodge or tented camps. /MC
Day 1 - Lake Manyara
After lunch drive to Lake Manyara. Evening game drive. Overnight at Kirurumu Tented Lodge.
Day 2 - Serengeti
Morning game drive in Manyara. After lunch drive to Serengeti. Camp.
Days 3 & 4 - Serengeti.
Two full days in the Serengeti, with morning and afternoon game drives.
Day 5 - Ngorongoro
Drive to Ngorongoro, visting Olduvai Gorge enroute. Ovenight in Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge.
Da 6 - Ngorongoro
Full day game driving in the Crater. Overnight at the lodge.
Day 7 - Arusha
Return to Arusha for lunch.

Jade Sea Expedition (6 days)

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 5 nights 6 days
Locations Visited: Lake Turkana, Koobi Fora, Central Island
Description:A 5 day boat expedition around Lake Turkana.
General itinerary
The Jade Sea expedition is a water-borne journey for five nights, that takes you from Lobolo Camp, fly camping on Central Island to explore the Volcanoes and Crater Lakes where Nile crocodiles and birds breed; up the Jade Sea to the Omo River Delta’s vast wetlands to meet the Dassanech people; and then to Koobi Fora to visit the Cradle of Mankind with guides from Kenya’s National Museums to outline these prehistoric findings; returning to Lobolo for the last night. Halewijn and Joyce Scheuerman have for years run expeditions on Lake Turkana and the Omo River - Jade Sea Journeys, and continue to do so. When Halewijn is on an expedition, Joyce hosts Lobolo Camp.
Note
No safaris in April

Eyasi Camping Safari (11 days)

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 10 nights 11 days
Description:Camping safari to Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Eyasi, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater./MC
Day 1 - Tarangire
After lunch drive to Tarangire National Park. Evening game drive. Camp.
Day 2 - Tarangire
Full day in Tarangire with game drives. Camp.
Day 3 - Lake Manyara
Drive to Lake Manyara Natioanl Park. Evening game drive. Lunch, diner and overnight at Kirurumu Tented Lodge.
Day 4 - Lake Eyasi
Drive west to lake Eyasi. Picnic lunch. Afternoon at this seasonal lake. Camp.
Day 5 - Lake Eyasi - Karatu
Cultural visits in the area including the Datoga pastoralists and the Hadzapi people. Drive to Karatu. Overnight at Kifaru Lodge.
Day 6 - Serengeti National Park
Drive to the Serengeti. Afternoon game drive. Camp.
Days 7 & 8 - Serengeti
Two full days in the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Camp.
Day 9 - Ngorongoro
Drive to Ngorongoro Crater, with visit to Olduvi Gorge enroute. Lunch, diner and overnight at Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge.
Day 9 - Ngorongoro
Full day game drive in the crater. Overnight at the lodge.
Day - 11
Return to Arusha in time for lunch.

Classic Kenya 10 Day Safari

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 9 nights 10 days
Locations Visited: Aberdare National Park,Laikipia,Lake Baringo,National Park,Masai Mara
Description:A Classic Safari in the ‘old’ Style. A luxury, professionally guided, driving safari.
Day 1: Samburu Intrepids Camp, Samburu
On arrival in Nairobi you will be met by your qualified, professional safari guide who will accompany you throughout the safari. Commence the journey by road in our specially customized luxury 4WD safari vehicle taking you through wonderful everchanging terrains. Lunch is a short stopover at a delightful restaurant just outside Nanyuki, before the short drive to Samburu, home for elephants, lions and an abundance of game. Overnight Samburu Intrepids tented camp.
Day 2 Samburu Intrepids Camp, Samburu
After an early wake up call, spend the day exploring Samburu & Buffalo Springs National Reserves. After lunch and an afternoon at leisure, take an evening game drive before returning to camp for dinner. The river here is the arterial lifeline for many endemic species e.g. Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Gerenuk and Oryx. Overnight Samburu Intrepids tented camp.
Day 3 Sabuk Lodge - Laikipia
Depart from camp early in the morning, with a picnic lunch, for a 5-hour drive through dramatic semi-desert countryside, arriving at Sabuk, on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River. Relax, maybe swim in the river or just enjoy the uninterrupted view across the Laikipia plains. Enjoy an early evening bush sundowner or a short walk from camp, watching the sun set behind the hills. The elusive Greater Kudu and large Elephant herds can be seen on the walks. Overnight Sabuk Lodge .
Day 4 Sabuk Lodge, North Laikipia
Depart from camp early in the morning for a 5 hour drive through wonderful semi-desert countryside, past the strange flat-topped Lolokwe mountain and the distant Mathews Range, heading for northern Laikipia, arriving at Sabuk, on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in time for lunch. Unpack, relax, maybe swim in the river or just enjoy the uninterrupted view across the Laikipia plains towards the distant mountains. Enjoy an early evening bush sundowner a short walk from camp, high on rocky crags watching the sun set behind the hills.
Day 5 Sabuk Fly Camp
The day will be spent walking with and / or riding a camel assisted safari. Your guide and professional crew of Samburu warriors will accompany you and set up a fly camp for 1 night along the dramatic gorges of the tumbling Ewaso Nyiro River. The trek is easy and great for inquisitive family groups wishing to learn more about bushcraft and its natural inhabitants at close quarters. Overnight Sabuk Fly Camp
Day 6 Lion Hill, Lake Nakuru
Returning back to the Sabuk lodge just after sunrise and a hearty bush breakfast we then depart and drive down the escarpments and across to the Rift Valley, arriving at Lion Hill in time for lunch. World famous for its millions of shimmering pink flamingoes; Lake Nakuru is an ornithologists mecca. Flotillas of Pelicans swimming by, hundreds of storks, herons and egrets add to this natural menagerie of colour. The park is also one of the few reserves left where one can see both Black & White Rhinos in the wild. Together with lurking Lions, Giraffes and Leopards, Lake Nakuru provides excellent game viewing amongst the yellow barked acacia forests. Overnight Lion Hill Lodge.
Day 7 Mara Bush Camp _ Masai Mara
After an early start from Lion Hill, we drive slowly up the other side of the Rift Valley onto the Mau Escarpment and through the verdant tea growing zones of Kericho. We make a gentle descent down to the Masai Mara, arriving in camp for lunch. Cheli & Peacock’s seasonal tented Mara Bush camp is at a specially chosen site, away from the busy tourist circuit. This secluded camp offers you the traditional safari experience in one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife havens.
Days 8 & 9 Mara Bush Camp
Enjoy the spectacular game viewing experience with full days exploring this vast reserve. Your hosts in camp serve delicious home cooked north Italian cuisine based on the Cheli family recipes. Game drives, bush breakfasts, sundowners and bush walks makes this an unforgettable safari. The Mara is famous for its prolific big game, predatory cats and vast antelope herds. Overnight Mara Bush Camp for 2 more nights
Day 10 Departure
Transfer to Musiara airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi. On arrival at midday, a Cheli & Peacock representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel or the international airport for your departure home.

Best of East Africa (10 days)

Type : Mixed Lodge and Camp Duration: 9 nights 10 days
Locations Visited: Lake Naivasha, Lake Baringo, Kericho, Masai Mara, Lake Victoria, Serengeti, Ngorongoro
Description:Taking an unusual route, this safari offers an increadible variety of scenary and wildlife, combining the best of Kenya and tanzania. The diversity of different tribes from Luo fishermen to Masai will make this journey a complete and memorable experience in some of the most dramatic and beautiful parts of East Africa.
Day 1 NAIROBI - LAKE NAIVASHA
Descending in to the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha we visit Cresent Island where we can walk near the lakes edge amongst giraffe and gazelle. Camp at a private farm.
Day 2 LAKE BOGORIA
Further north in the Rift Valley Lake Bogoria Natioanl Reserve is well known for its geysers shooting in to the air against a backdrop of flamingo feeding in the warm warters.
Day 3 KERICHO
Drive across the Rift Valley then up into the highlands of Kericho in the heart of Kenyas tea growing area. Overnight at a guest house, surrounded by tea.
Day 4 MASAI MARA
After driving past the vaste plantations then small holdings worked by the Kipsigi people, we reach the open plains of the Masai Mara. Evening game drive.
Day 5 MASAI MARA
All day dedicated to game driving in one of the remoter areas of the reserve.
Day 6 LAKE VICTORIA TANZANIA
Leaving the wildlife behind we meet our first Luo fishermen on the shores of Lake Victoria, in Tanzania. Overnight on the Lake shore.
Day 7 & 8 SERENGETI
Entering via the western corridor in to the famous Serengeti we game drive en route. We set up camp in a private site near to the Seronera river.All day game driving.
Day 9 NGORONGORO
Half day game driving in the Crater. Overnight at a lodge in the park or on the edge of the Consevation area.
Day 10 RETURN NAIROBI
Again crossing the Rift Valley we drive to Arusha before continuing to the Kenyan border and so to Nairobi.