- Tour Duration: 18 DaysFamily Safari in Africa
- Tour Code: The Ultimate African Adventure
Tanzania, Kenya, Victoria Falls& Cape Town:
Fly-drive safari, private activities, private game drive in Tanzania, game package in Masai Mara in a shared open safari vehicle, Helicopter ride in Victoria falls Zimbabwe side B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner
Important Notes:
Baggage on domestic flights is 7kg carry-on bags and 23kg check-in bags per person in soft bags.
Package Inclusions
TANZANIA&KENYA:
- Meet and greet services upon arrival in Kenya, Tanzania Zimbabwe & South Africa.
- Private and professional safari driver/guide
- Nairobi city tour and giraffe Centre fees inclusive.
- Arusha city tour fees inclusive.
- Shared game drive vehicles in Masai Mara Game Reserve extra $400 per day private vehicle will depend on availability.
- Flight from Serengeti to Masai Mara.
- Flight from Masai Mara to Nairobi.
- Park fees and government taxes
- All activities as indicated in the itinerary.
- All accommodation is stated in the itinerary.
- Services of a professional English driver/guide.
- 4×4 Landcruiser with large windows for game viewing.
- All taxes and 18% Value Added Tax (VAT).
- All private airport transfers.
- All road transfers with private vehicles.
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section).
- Drinking water, coffee, and tea on all days while on safari.
- At Karen Blixen Camp, Maramboi Lodge, Kitela Lodge, Kubukubu lodge and Lahia lodge all-inclusive with drinks except premium whisky and wine.
- Free WIFI while on safari and at some safari lodges and camps and in your safari vehicle.
- MREF-Flying Doctor Evacuation Cover.
ZIMBABWE & SOUTH AFRICA:
- 4/ 5* Hotel Accommodation including breakfast.
- Gratuity on Food.
- Transfers in minivan (Zimbabwe / Zambia are minivans).
- All entrance and admission fees for activities included on the itinerary.
- Meet and greet with face towels at Zimbabwe Airport.
- 2 x small, bottled water pp on the coach per day for full day tours.
- 1 x small bottle for airport transfers.
- Private Tours.
- Professional English-Speaking Driver Guide for all.
- 1 x Tour of Vic Falls with a guide on Zimbabwe Side.
- 1 x Tour of Vic Falls with guide on Zambian Side.
- Conservation Fees for the above.
- Safari Boma Dinner & Cultural Experience in Zimbabwe.
- Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi.
- Full Day Peninsula Tour: Cape Point Entrance Fee, Funicular, Seal Island, Boulders Beach – African Penguins and Cape of Good Hope.
- Table Mountain Entrance Fee & Cup of Coffee / Hot Chocolate on the mountain.
- VISA Fee of $50 pp in Zimbabwe / Zambia.
Package Excludes
- International flights and departure taxes.
- Personal medical and travel insurance.
- Serengeti Hot air ballooning $600pp.
- Private Bush Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner $71pp.
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
- Tips (tipping guideline US$ 15-20 per person per day for your safari guide).
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.).
- Government imposed increase of taxes or park fees/concession fees.
- Alcohol drinks while on safari.
- Covid 19 test and certificates for vaccination if needed by authority.
Safari Tips
While planning an East African Safari can seem like a daunting task, it doesn’t have to be! Take the stress out of the experience with this helpful summary of the key things you need to think about before you jet off. Once you have all of them covered, you can sit back, relax, and look forward to your safari adventure.
Note: While this is a general guide to vaccinations required for your East African safari, you should always visit your doctor before your departure to obtain the best advice. A pre-trip health check and discussion of what vaccines are necessary for you, as well as how to deal with any unique health concerns, is imperative for a safe and enjoyable safari.
Clothing
On an East African safari, you should go for comfort and convenience when it comes to your clothing. Some of the things you should remember, include:
- Bring lightweight layers in both long and short lengths, plus socks, sleepwear, and swim wear.
- Always take a sweater or fleece jacket, as it can get quite chilly at night and during early mornings.
- Unless you’re planning to trek, bulky hiking boots are rarely necessary. However, a comfortable pair of lightweight trainers are a must and if you’re planning on going to the beach after your safari, don’t forget your flip-flops.
- Don’t forget a hat, as you’ll want to protect your face and scalp from the equatorial sun.
- It’s not recommended to wear bright colours on safari, so consider buying some khaki, dark green, or darker coloured clothes before your trip.
Passports & Visas
One of the greatest things to happen to East African tourism over the past few years is the introduction of the East African visa. This visa allows you access to Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, and it’s not only a time saver, but it also works out considerably cheaper than purchasing individual visas.
To apply for the East African Visa, you’ll need the following:
- A passport with at least six months validity
- $100 USD application fee
- One standard sized passport photograph
- A completed application forms.
Tip: It’s important that you apply for the East African visa with the country from which you will begin your travels. The visa will be valid for 90 days from the date marked in your passport.
Additional remarks
- We may have to reroute the accommodation in similar lodges in case of time of late booking confirmation, natural causes such as fire, earthquake etc.
- Prices for domestic flights, airport taxes or park fees may be changed without prior Notice.
- This is beyond our control and any increase levied will be passed to you.
Passenger Information
- Passengers should bring only soft side bags on safaris.
- All the passengers must have a valid Identification Card/Passport with them for internal Flights which are valid not less than 6 months.
- Baggage on internal flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand Luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.
- Passengers arriving to East African Countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan) may be asked to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate.
Currency
- Credit and debit cards (MasterCard, American Express, Maestro, Diners Club, Union Pay and Visa) are widely accepted in the cities and at some lodges.
- ATMs, banks, and Bureau de Changes are found throughout major towns.
- Cash is king, although it is advised that you limit the amount of money you carry on your person for safety.
Health & Medical Facilities
- Ensure that you have adequate travel and health insurance cover.
- Nairobi has excellent medical care and facilities compare favorably with international standards.
- Malaria Vaccinations and yellow fever certificates may be required when entering these mentioned countries above.
Please consult your local doctor or travel clinic for advice prior to departure for appropriate medication
Tipping
Tipping is optional and depends on the level of service. Although it is customary and considered an insult if you do not.
- As a guideline, a minimum of 10% should be added to restaurant bills.
- For your guides/driver please calculate USD 50 per car per day (or equivalent).
- For rangers and trackers when on safari please calculate USD 5 – 10 per person per day (or equivalent).
- Porterage ranges between USD 1 – 2 per person per service (or equivalent).
- For helpful petrol attendants, USD 1 (or equivalent) is perfectly acceptable.
- When assisted by a car guard to your room in the night, it is a custom to tip USD 1-2
Tax
Value-added-tax (VAT) of 18% is charged on most items
Wildlife Photography
- Animals don’t stop for selfies, so be quick on the finger!
- Avoid getting too close, some animals are dangerous and in the wild – uncontrollable.
- Experiment at home in the garden and with the cat or dog to learn how your camera works and perfect your technique.
- For instance, which is the anti-motion, or motion button? Does it have a landscape function? What sort of zoom range does it have? How do you set it to manual and change the aperture and shutter speed?
- Observe the animals silently and with a minimum of disturbance – loud talking on game drives can frighten the wildlife away.
- Early morning and evening game drives offer exceptional lighting opportunities.
- Don’t be in a hurry to cover most of most distance, stay in a well set up position for a while – you’ll be amazed by what may enter your frame.
- Most importantly, be sure to enjoy the whole view – not just the one from behind your lens. Stop and look around occasionally.
Safety
Most areas are as safe as any other destination in the world; however, basic common-sense precautions should be used:
- Ask the concierge at your hotel which areas are safe to walk around in and whento travel in groups or pairs and always choose well-lit areas.
- Order taxis or transport ahead of time and carry only as much cash as necessary.
- Don’t leave your property unattended.
- Be aware of pickpockets and petty criminals.
- Don’t draw attention to yourself by flaunting valuables around openly or counting your cash at the ATM.
- Carry a copy of your passport in a separate section of your luggage.
What to Bring on Safari
Clothing
Most lodges and safari camps offer laundry as part of their service, so you can afford to pack lightly.
2x khaki/brown cotton trousers
2x pairs khaki/brown shorts
● 3x long sleeved shirts/blouses
● 1x fleece/jersey
● 1x lightweight, waterproof jacket
● 1x Swimming costume
● 1x Walking or hiking boots
● 1x Sandals
● 4x short-sleeved shirts or T-shirts
● 5x underwear
● 5x socks
● 1x Hat with a brim
● 1x Gloves (if you really feel the cold)
● 1x Sarong or kikoi type garment.
The Basics
Sunscreen
● Toiletries
● Insect repellent
● Sunglasses
● Camera (with extra memory card and batteries)
● Binoculars
● Lip balm
● Hand wipes
● Wildlife checklist (or just paper) & a pen
Cancellation and Refunds
Notification of cancellation must be made in writing to Northland Safaris. At
the time we receive the cancellation, all money will be refunded less than the following cancellation charges, deducted from the total land price:
- 91 days or more before departure: Cancellation fees equal the amount of your deposit
- 90 to 61 days before departure: 50% of the package price is nonrefundable
- 60 to 46 days before departure: 65% of the package price is non-refundable
- 45 days or less before departure: 100% of the package price is non-refundable
- Within 90 days prior to departure cancellation fees will apply. You may also be responsible for any fees imposed by hotels, airlines etc., that are over and above your land arrangements, due to your cancellation of your original date bookings.
- Please note that no partial refunds will be given for unused meals, hotel rooms, airport transfers etc., for any reason whatsoever. Northland Safaris reserves the right to increase the tour price in the event of cost increases due to changes in airfares, currency fluctuations, Park fee increases, fuel surcharges, taxes, etc.
Northland Safaris reserves the right to alter the tour without notice.
Northland Safaris is not responsible for expenses incurred by trip members.
in preparing for the trip (e.g., visa fees, immunizations, insurance, equipment, etc.) or for any necessary additional travel arrangements should you embark from home before the group departure date. Accommodation is subject to change due to availability.
Included/Excluded
- •Meet and greet services upon arrival in Kenya, Tanzania Zimbabwe & South Africa.
- Private and professional safari driver/guide
Tour Plan
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro internationalairport, you will meet our company representative after immigration formalities and have a private transfer to Kili Seasons Hotel for an overnight stay. Dinner will be served at The Peaks Lounge.
Discover everything Tanzania has to offer from the brand-new Kili Seasons hotel. With a large swimming pool, a bar and restaurant near the pool and our own Kili Beach on the Usa River, you will certainly be able to relax. In the area you can enjoy golfing and hiking.
Kili Seasons hotel is located near the number five most beautiful golf courses in Africa. The Golf Club offers spectacular views of Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. Golfing among the zebras and antelopes can rightly be called a “once in a lifetime” experience.
Accommodation: Kili Seasons Hotel-Bed and Breakfast
Website: https://www.kiliseasons.com
Leisure breakfast then private guided city tour. The city tour is a great way to experience modern day living in the bustling city of Arusha. Your guide will drive you into Arusha city and explain all there is to know about the history of the city including the Clock Tower, the cultures and way of life. You will walk through downtown, visit the local markets, the food market, the Masai gift market and mitumba, the clothing markets and visit the Sanaa Art. You will also visit various local shops, local bars, hairdressers and more! After leisure lunch you will have a private lunch at The Peaks Lounge with a great view of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro later back to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Kili Seasons Hotel-Bed and Breakfast
Website: https://www.kiliseasons.com
After breakfast at the hotel, we drove to Tarangire National Park with a picnic lunch for a full day game viewing. This Park, covering approximately 2850 square kilometers, is spectacular in the dry season when many of the migratory wildlife species come back to the permanent waters of Tarangire River. Huge herds of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, eland and oryx gather to stay in Tarangire until the onset of the rains when they migrate again to good grazing areas. Relax after a day of emotions with the best views of the great rift valley.
Wildlife calls at the door of Maramboi Tented Lodge. Zebras, giraffes, warthogs, gazelles. You could see them appear between the palm trees from the terrace of your exclusive tent, from the swimming pool whilst enjoying a cool drink after a walk with a Maasai guide or whilst you enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars.
Situated in the ecosystem of lake Manyara, in fields of golden vegetation, Maramboi Tented Camp brings together premium services, exclusive attentions and genuine hospitality in a spectacular scene. It has been designed and decorated in a modern African style that creates a fresh and light ambiance, very welcoming but with a touch of luxury. Guests can observe the Great Migration from the comfort of their tents.
Accommodation: Maramboi Tented Lodge-Full Board
Website: https://www.twctanzania.com
Afternoon drive to Mtowa Mbu village for an authentic cultural tour, where you will experience the African true cultures, village walk, local Masai market, banana farm tour and end up with African well prepared local lunch in the farm, then later afternoon transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Live the legendary atmosphere at the working coffee farm, Ngorongoro farmhouse.
Hand plaited thatched roof tops, ample verandas and colonial interiors at Ngorongoro Farmhouse, a small and exclusive hotel built on a 500-acre coffee plantation, all of which has been designed to take you to the comfort and style of past times. Take a walk around the farm to contemplate the daily activities, relax in the fragrant gardens or enjoy the spectacular sunsets with the Oldeani volcano as a backcloth.
The main building is situated in the middle of the lodge and consists of a restaurant, lounge, and a large terrace with spectacular views of the Oldeani extinct volcano. There’s an outdoor swimming pool. The restaurant offers market-style dishes with locally grown produce on the farm. A wonderful stop-off during a safari on the north circuit of Tanzania and a privileged place from where one can visit the crater or enjoy activities such a walking safari to the volcano or excursions to Lake Eyasi on the Rift Valley still inhabited by the Hadzabe tribe.
Accommodation: The Ngorongoro Farmhouse Lodge-Full Board
Website: https://www.twctanzania.com
Early morning breakfast then transfers to Ngorongoro crater tour with picnic lunch for a full day photographic safari where you will hance chances to experience the big five (lions, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo) then back to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
There are a few calderas around the world, but the Ngorongoro Crater is unique because it's the biggest one with fully intact (unbroken) walls and hasn't filled up with water.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farmhouse Lodge-Full Board
Room Category: 2 Standard Double Rooms
Website: https://www.twctanzania.com
After leisure breakfast drive to the Central Serengeti Park via Ngorongoro conservation area for more wildlife experience on your way to your camp for dinner and overnight.
Serengeti National Park is the vast plains comprised of 1.5 million ha of savannah. The annual migration to permanent water holes of vast herds of herbivores (wildebeest, gazelles, and zebras), followed by their predators, is one of the most impressive natural events in the world.
Accommodation: Baobab Tented Camp-Full Board
Website: https://www.babobalodges.com
Early morning sunrise game drive with picnic breakfast and lunch to experience great migration and the Serengeti big cats (lions, leopard, and cheetah) during the dry season and more wildlife experience in the Center of Serengeti then for dinner and overnight.
You will also have an option to experience the wildlife from the sky-Serengeti Hot air Balloon, the best experience from the sky.
Accommodation: Baobab Tented Camp-Full Board
Website: https://www.babobalodges.com
After breakfast then last day game drive towards the Grumet airstrip for your flight to Masai Mara Game Reserve, upon your arrival at Mara North Airstrip, you will meet by Karen Blixen Camp vehicle and drive to the camp with game drives en route.
Arrive, check-in and lunch. Afternoon shared game drives in the Mara North Conservancy. Proceed for sundowner and later return to the camp in the evening for your hosted dinner. After dinner you can choose to relax by the bonfire with drinks at the banks of the Mara River or retire to bed. Spend the next 3 nights on full board inclusive of selected drinks.
Karen Blixen Camp comprises large luxury canvas tents, each placed with privacy and undisturbed view along the Mara River. The stylish restaurant, the reception, the lounge and bar and the gift shop with internet are set on a raised wooden deck and furnished with accurate reproductions of Karen Blixen’s private furniture to fit in with the cozy atmosphere. The beautiful laid swimming pool offers relaxation and even a little exercise in-between game drive. Our resident masseuse offers a wide range of wellness and beauty treatments. Karen Blixen Camp is the perfect place to sit back and relax with a gin and tonic overlooking the Mara River and the wildlife coming to drink, whilst exchanging stories about the adventures of the day.
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp-Full Board
Website: https://www.karenblixencamp.com
Full day spent in the reserve with scheduled safari activities. Rest in the afternoon have a siesta or relax by their gorgeous swimming. Lunch at the camp and relax until 1600hrs. Start your afternoon game drives in the conservancy well known for its abundance game and wildlife. In the late evening transferred back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Mara North Conservancy is a beautiful private wilderness area of more than 30,000 hectares (~74,000 acres). It is a vital part of the Maasai Mara ecosystem as it forms the north-western zone, bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve in the south of Kenya. Professional wildlife and tourism management ensures guests of a truly exclusive and private safari experience with a very low vehicle density. Mara North Conservancy is a not-for-profit company established in January 2009.
The conservancy is a partnership between eleven member camps and over 800 Maasai landowners. The aim is to create a best practice, world-class conservancy with long-term commitments to the environment, wildlife, and local communities. Mara North Conservancy is managed by a board of directors, elected by the camp owners. The board works in partnership with the Maasai Landowner Committee to meet long and short-term conservation objectives for the future.
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp-Full Board
Website: https://www.karenblixencamp.com
Breakfast at the camp then transfer to the Mara airstrip for your flight to Nairobi arrival and met and transferred to Karen Blixen Cottages. Check-in to two standard rooms on bed and breakfast.
Ideally located just 5 kms southwest of the city within the spacious Carnivore grounds and its iconic Carnivore Restaurant, Karen Blixen Cottages has easy access to Nairobi, its national park, and the country’s diverse attractions via the neighboring Wilson Airport and Southern Bypass. The nearby Langata and Karen suburbs are among Nairobi's liveliest and most popular with world-class shopping malls and excellent restaurants.
Relaxation By Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
A continuation of storytelling and building of history around Karen Blixen, the famous author of Out of Africa. Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages is a luxury boutique hotel, situated on a historic site in the leafy suburb of Karen, Nairobi. It is the perfect venue to start or finish your African Safari. The reception at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages, Ltd. is the Historic Swedo House which was the original hunting lodge/farmhouse, built between 1906 and 1908. It is located approximately half a mile from the Karen Blixen Museum (Bogani House from the film “Out of Africa”).
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Cottages-BB
Website: https://www.karenblixencoffeegardens.com
After leisure breakfast check out at 10h00 then drive to Giraffe Centre.
The Giraffe Centre is a Non-Profit making organization whose main objective is to provide conservation education for school children and the youth of Kenya. All our education programs are offered to them free of charge. The Giraffe Centre derives 90% of its funds from the entrance fee collected and from the sales in the gift shop and teahouse. Therefore, by visiting us and/or making purchase from our shop and teahouse you have contributed towards conservation education to the Kenyan youth. While you are here, take time to visit our nature trail. All in making sure you enjoy nature.
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Cottages-BB
Website: https://www.karenblixencoffeegardens.com
At 12:00hrs Transferred to Talisman Restaurant for lunch.
The Talisman is an elegant Gastro lounge with an eclectic twist. Described as “The best place in town” by New York Times Spirited Traveler and one of Kenya’s top-rated restaurants on TripAdvisor, The Talisman offers a myriad of experiences to our patrons. “The best place in town and the most happening place to see the local scene. With its low couches and beautiful gardens, the only thing needed to complete the scene is a Tusker or Dawa in hand” – O’ Donnell – The Spirited Traveler, New York Times
At 14:00hrs Transferred to David Sheldrick Elephant Trust.Daphne Sheldrick Wildlife Trustwww.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org
Born from one family’s passion for Kenya and its wilderness, the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is today the most successful orphan-elephant rescue and rehabilitation program in the world and one of the pioneering conservation organizations for wildlife and habitat protection in East Africa. Spend a few hours in the company of young orphan elephants and learn about incredible rescue efforts and the world-famous rehabilitation program. Later transferred back to Hemingway Nairobi for dinner and overnight stay.
Breakfast at the hotel check out and transferred to airport for your flight to Zimbabwe/Zambia Arrival and meet and greet at the airport Victoria Falls. Proceed to 528 Victoria Falls, in Zimbabwe for check-in. Lunch will be at the hotel restaurant. In the late afternoon ready yourselves for tour of the falls on the Zimbabwe side, with your driver and guide.It has been said that the “Smoke that Thunders” is most impressive from the Zimbabwe side. It is however recommended to see the falls from both sides for different perspectives, meaning to view it from both the Zimbabwe and Zambian side. Return to the hotel early evening and refresh for dinner and African dance cultural show. Drive time is around 15 minutes to dinner.
Accommodation: 528 Victoria Falls-B/Breakfast
Website: https://www.528victoriafalls.com
Today explore the Zambian side of the falls (VISA fee not included, border crossing required). Experience The Falls on the Zambian side this morning OR enjoy a Safari in Zimbabwe in the early hours of the morning. In the afternoon we drive a short distance for a 3hr activity. Our activity is Elephant Art Safari & Lunch set in an open-design thatch Boma gives guests an uninterrupted view of the beautiful Masuwe River.
The sanctuary was founded on the principle of conservation, and one of the most effective ways to evoke a sense of environmental responsibility is to show what stands to be lost. Guests will learn about the elephants and their history, before venturing down to a waterhole where an easel and clean sheet of paper, along with a private tutor, awaits their arrival. NOTE: this activity is on the Zimbabwe side. Sunset dinner tonight is on the Zambezi on a cruise.
Accommodation: 528 Victoria Falls-B/Breakfast
Website: https://www.528victoriafalls.com
Check-out and get ready for the flight from Victoria Fall to Cape Town, upon arrival at the hotel and then set off for a half-day Cape Peninsula Tour 7:30. Visit excellent viewing points, Seal Island, Cape Point, and the Cape of Good Hope, then visit Boulders Beach to see African Penguins. There will be time for some curio shopping too. Lunch & dinner will be in premium local restaurants.
Accommodation: Azamare Guest House-B/Breakfast
Website: https://www.azamare.com
Breakfast at the hotel. We then make our way up Table Mountain to experience one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the world and cape town city tour. Then enjoy some shopping time at the famous V&A Waterfront.
Accommodation: Azamare Guest House-B/Breakfast
Room Category: Standard Double Room
Website: https://www.azamare.com
Breakfast at the hotel then private transfer to airport for your inwards flight back home,we love to see you again in the near future-Kwaheri Africa
Price Per Person in a Double Room Shared (Minimum 4pax) US$ 28,000
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