In Style: Kiboko Safari - TAKI

15 days - from $4278

The "Kiboko Safari" has become Adventure Center’s most popular safari. It boasts the best that East Africa has to offer - premier parks, fantastic game viewing, breathtaking lodges, exciting camps and some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes.

Highlights: Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pajeta Ranch, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Amboseli National Park.

Itinerary:

Day 1: NAIROBI Upon arrival at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will be met by our representative and driven to your hotel. Overnight at the Sarova Stanley Hotel or similar.

Day 2: NAIROBI to SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE After breakfast, drive northwards to Samburu, arriving in time for a late lunch. Your accommodation is situated around a watering hole attracting wildlife both day and night. Overnight at the Samburu Sopa Lodge or similar.

Day 3: SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE Enjoy a full day game drive exploring the dust-red plains and palm-fringed rivers of the reserve. Overnight at the Samburu Sopa Lodge or similar.

Day 4: SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE TO OL PAJETA Departing the lodge after breakfast, we drive along the south flanks of Mt. Kenya to Ol Pajeta Ranch. The ranch sits in the Ol Pajeta Conservancy which boasts a high wildlife-to-area ratio where it is possible to view the 'Big Five'. Overnight at the Serena Sweetwaters Tented Camp or similar.

Days 5: OL PAJETA to LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK With an early wake-up call, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park and arrive in time for a late lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive before returning to the lodge for some evening relaxation. Overnight at the Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar.

Day 6: LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK to the MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE Today, an early morning departure takes you to the Masai Mara National Reserve. The Masai is the Kenyan portion of the Serengeti Plains and wildlife abounds here. Upon arrival, enjoy some lunch before partaking in an afternoon game drive. Overnight at the Ashnil Mara Camp or similar.

Day 7: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE Spend a full day in the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Time permitting, enjoy optional activities such as guided walks or visit to a local Masai village. Overnight at the Ashnil Mara Camp or similar.

Day 8: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE to LAKE VICTORIA Today, depart for Tanzania with a picnic lunch en-route. Driving along the shores of Lake Victoria - the largest inland lake in the world - we arrive at our lodge in time to enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the Speke Bay Lodge or similar.

Day 9: LAKE VICTORIA Spend the day enjoying serene Lake Victoria with a boat ride and visit to a local village. Overnight at the Speke Bay Lodge or similar.

Day 10: LAKE VICTORIA to SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park and arrive in time for an afternoon game drive. The lodge is a great place to enjoy optional activities such as guided walks and balloon safaris. Overnight at the Serengeti Serena Lodge or similar.

Day 11: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK Wildlife abounds here and the full day's game drives gives ample opportunity to spot the 'Big Five'. Overnight at the Serengeti Serena Lodge or similar.

Day 12: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK to NGORONGORO CRATER We depart early for one last game drive in the Serengeti before making our way to the Ngorongoro Crater; with a stop at Ol Duvai Gorge - the 'Cradle of Mankind'. Upon arrival at the crater, enjoy an afternoon game drive with a picnic lunch. Overnight at the Ngorongoro Serena Lodge or similar.

Day 13: NGORONGORO CRATER to AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK After breakfast, drive to Arusha and continue to Namanga, where we clear boarder formalities. Then continue to Amboseli National Park, famous for its big game and dominating view of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival, an afternoon game drive. Later at the lodge, enjoy a traditional Masai dance performance. Overnight at the Amboseli Serena Lodge or similar.

Day 14: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK Today, enjoy an entire day game driving in the park. For the ultimate view of rolling savannahs and Mt. Kilimanjaro, choose an easy climb up Observation Hill. Overnight at the Amboseli Serena Lodge or similar.

Day 15: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK to NAIROBI After breakfast, depart for Nairobi and arrive in time for lunch at the Carnivore Restaurant. Afterwards, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.



Duration: 15 days
Group Size: 2-12 passengers. Departure guaranteed with a minimum of 2
Transport: Minivan and 4x4 vehicles
Accommodations: Hotels, safari lodges and luxury tented camps
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 14 lunches & 13 dinners
Inclusions: Accommodations as per itinerary, meals as indicated, airport transfers, park fees, game drives & activities as described in the itinerary, transportation on tour, professional guide.
Exclusions: International airfare, optional activities, beverages, gratuities, visas, insurance and items of a personal nature.

Trip Reference: TAKI