Itinerary
- Day 1
Johannesburg
Your first evening starts with a welcome meeting at 6 pm in Johannesburg. If you arrive with time to spare, the Apartheid Museum offers a comprehensive look at South African history. After meeting up at 6, there's an optional group dinner to help you get acquainted with fellow travelers.
Optional Activities
- Visit Apartheid Museum
- Group dinner
Landmarks/POIs Apartheid Museum - Day 2
Johannesburg to Khama Rhino Sanctuary
This morning you'll cross into Botswana and head toward Khama Rhino Sanctuary at the edge of the Kalahari Desert. The sanctuary protects black and white rhinos, plus zebras, giraffes, leopards, ostriches and wildebeest. Later in the afternoon, a dusk game drive takes you out when rhinos are most active.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Sunset Game Drive
Landmarks/POIs Khama Rhino Sanctuary Kalahari Desert - Day 3
Khama Rhino Sanctuary to Maun
Drive to Maun this morning, which serves as your gateway to the Okavango Delta. This 16,000 sq km wetland is packed with hippos, crocodiles, elephants and big cats. Once you arrive, there's time to pick up any supplies you'll need for the adventures ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Okavango Delta - Day 4
Okavango Delta
Board a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) and explore the Okavango waterways with local polers. Watch for wildlife and exotic birds as you walk through the maze of lagoons, lakes and streams with experienced guides. Tonight you'll camp on a remote island deep in the wilderness.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mokoro boat cruise through waterways
- Walking exploration with local guides
Landmarks/POIs Okavango Delta - Day 5
Okavango Delta
Rise early for a sunrise walk where you might spot elephants and Cape buffalo. After breakfast back at camp, the day is yours to relax. You could take a dip in the water, rest during the hottest hours, or opt for another mokoro trip to experience the peaceful river setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sunrise walk
Optional Activities
- Mokoro trip
Landmarks/POIs Okavango Delta - Day 6
Okavango Delta to Maun
Break down camp and head back to the poler station by mokoro, then continue to Maun by vehicle. Once there, you have the option to book a scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta for an aerial perspective of the waterways and surrounding landscapes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Scenic helicopter flight over Okavango Delta - USD280
Landmarks/POIs Okavango Delta - Day 7
Maun to Nata
Head out early toward Nata to reach the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, some of Earth's largest at around 12,000 sq km. This afternoon, explore the endless plains by open-air vehicle through the Nata Bird Sanctuary. The landscape shifts dramatically by season, from an eerie arid expanse to a grassy haven for migratory birds and wildlife after rains.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Makgadikgadi Salt Pans 4WD Excursion
Landmarks/POIs Makgadikgadi Salt Pans Nata Bird Sanctuary Kalahari Desert - Day 8
Nata to Chobe National Park
Travel to Chobe National Park, Botswana's first national park, known for its large elephant population that often swims in the Chobe River. The river also attracts hippos, crocodiles, cheetahs, lions and numerous bird species. On arrival, take a sunset cruise along the river to watch the day end and celebrate your time in Africa.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Chobe National Park - River Cruise
Landmarks/POIs Chobe National Park Chobe River - Day 9
Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls
Start with an optional early morning game drive in Chobe for a different perspective of the park. Then travel to Victoria Falls, crossing into Zimbabwe. Stop for lunch along the Zambezi River and spend your afternoon exploring the falls independently. This water curtain stretches 1.7 km wide and drops 108 m into a narrow gorge. Tonight, dine on traditional Zimbabwe cuisine hosted by a women's cooperative that provides employment and community benefits.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on the banks of the Zambezi River), Dinner (Traditional Zimbabwe dinner hosted by a women's cooperative)
Included Activities
- Victoria Falls – Traditional Zimbabwe Dinner
- Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust visit
Optional Activities
- Morning game drive in Chobe National Park
Landmarks/POIs Victoria Falls Zambezi River - Day 10
Victoria Falls
You have the morning and early afternoon free before a welcome meeting at 4 pm with your new leader and group. Your campground is centrally located, so consider booking optional activities beforehand. After the meeting, your leader takes you to a local activity centre to arrange experiences for the next day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Victoria Falls Entrance Fee - USD50
- Sunset Cruise - USD50
- Rafting & river boarding (half day) - USD218
- Village & township tour - USD61
- Canoe trail wine route - USD55
- Canoe trail (full day) - USD185
- Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
- Helicopter Flight (25 mins - excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
Landmarks/POIs Victoria Falls - Day 11
Victoria Falls
Take the entire day to explore Victoria Falls at your own pace. The falls span 1.5 km across and plunge 108 m below. During wet season, spray shoots up 400 m and the falls become a powerful torrent. In dry season, spray clears and you can see small islands in the river below. Ask your local leader for recommendations on what to see and do.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Victoria Falls
Landmarks/POIs Victoria Falls - Day 12
Victoria Falls to Bulawayo
Depart Victoria Falls and travel to Bulawayo, stopping at the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, an Intrepid Foundation partner. Learn about wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, human-wildlife conflict and anti-poaching work. You may encounter rescued or orphaned animals in their care. Later, arrive in Bulawayo, known as the 'City of Kings' and Zimbabwe's second-largest city, featuring colonial architecture and interesting history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust visit
Landmarks/POIs Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust - Day 13
Bulawayo to Matobo National Park
Wake early and prepare to track rhinos on foot in Matobo National Park. Home to significant populations of black and white rhinos, the park also holds leopards, warthogs and springhares. Your expert guide will explain local plants and point out San paintings and fascinating rock formations. This area holds deep spiritual and cultural importance to local communities.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Matobo National Park - Rhino Tracking, Park Visit & San Rock Paintings
Landmarks/POIs Matobo National Park - Day 14
Matobo National Park to Masvingo
Drive to Masvingo today, Zimbabwe's oldest settlement and your base for exploring the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. This UNESCO World Heritage site was built starting in the 11th century and is believed to have been the royal palace of a Zimbabwean monarch. Spend a few hours investigating the site, then head to camp for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Great Zimbabwe Ruins guided visit
Landmarks/POIs Great Zimbabwe Ruins - Day 15
Masvingo to Harare
Travel to Harare today and arrive in time for lunch. You'll have an hour or two to explore Zimbabwe's capital city. If you're interested, consider visiting the National Gallery, the museum, botanical gardens, or wandering through the city centre to check out the colorful markets.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit National Gallery
- Visit museum
- Explore botanical gardens
- Explore city centre markets
Landmarks/POIs National Gallery - Day 16
Harare to Lusaka
Cross the border into Zambia and drive to your campsite just outside Lusaka, the capital. The scenic drive to the border offers opportunities to stop at an ATM and shop for supplies at a local market or shop as needed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 17
Lusaka to Petauke
Spend the day exploring Lusaka, a modern city that still maintains its traditional African character. Afterward, travel on to Petauke where you'll set up camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Lusaka
- Day 18
Petauke to South Luangwa National Park
After breakfast, head to a workshop in South Luangwa where local craftswomen create jewelry from snare wire recovered during anti-poaching operations. The women demonstrate their process and let you try coiling or hammering wire yourself. Sales donations support anti-snare patrols. Then travel to South Luangwa National Park where animal concentration around the Luangwa River ranks among Africa's highest. Look for elephants, buffalo, leopards, giraffes, lions and around 400 bird species.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- South Luangwa - Anti-Poaching Jewelery Project
- South Luangwa National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
Optional Activities
- Optional river trip in South Luangwa
Landmarks/POIs South Luangwa National Park Luangwa River - Day 19
South Luangwa National Park
Rise early with breakfast and head out on a morning game drive in a 4WD with your local guide, returning to camp for early lunch. During the hottest part of the day, rest in the shade or take an optional walk through a local village to see how people live. Head back to the park for an evening game drive.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Light breakfast), Lunch (Early lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- South Luangwa National Park - Morning 4WD Safari
- South Luangwa National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
Optional Activities
- Village walk
- Game Walk - USD50
Landmarks/POIs South Luangwa National Park - Day 20
South Luangwa to Lake Malawi
Cross the border into Malawi and head straight to your camp on Lake Malawi's shores. This lake covers nearly a fifth of the country and sustains many locals through fishing, fish trading and canoe making. Your campsite at Kande Beach sits right on the water, so take time to settle in and relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Lake Malawi - Day 21
Lake Malawi
Spend a free day relaxing on the lake's sandy shores. Take a swim in the water, stretch out on the beach under the palms, or get active by biking around the area. There's also an optional guided snorkeling trip. Lake Malawi's high alkalinity produces colorful fish populations and tropical snorkeling conditions in this landlocked freshwater lake.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swim in the lake
- Bike hire - USD25
- Guided snorkelling trip
Landmarks/POIs Lake Malawi - Day 22
Lake Malawi to Chitimba
Drive to your camp in Chitimba, located along Lake Malawi's coast with nice beaches, welcoming locals and a relaxed atmosphere. When you arrive, take a stroll to get to know the area and enjoy the scenery of banana palms, papaya trees and the nearby Livingstonia and Nyika mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Lake Malawi - Day 23
Chitimba to Tanzania
Today is a long travel day into Tanzania's southern highlands. Relax and watch the countryside pass by. When you arrive, you'll set up camp on a farmhouse property in a pleasant rural settlement. The natural bushland here is perfect for bird watching. Spend the evening stargazing before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Stargazing
- Day 24
Mikumi National Park
Drive to Mikumi National Park, Tanzania's fourth-largest park, situated at the foot of the thickly wooded Uluguru Mountains. In the afternoon, head out on a 4WD game drive with a local expert guide. This less crowded park holds impressive numbers of elephants, hippos, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, wildebeest and impalas, plus occasional predators.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mikumi National Park - 4WD Safari
Landmarks/POIs Mikumi National Park Uluguru Mountains - Day 25
Mikumi to Kipepo Beach
Enjoy the scenic drive to Kipepo Beach, located just south of Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, take time to unwind and perhaps walk along the shoreline. Your camp sits on hotel grounds right next to the beach, giving you a perfect spot to relax and take a dip in the ocean.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Kipepo Beach - Day 26
Kipepo Beach to Zanzibar
Catch a ferry to Zanzibar, Africa's 'Spice Island', known for white-sand beaches, winding cobblestone streets and fragrant bazaars. The island has a colorful past with slave traders, Arabian sultans and fruit exporters. Traditional dhows sail along the coast evoking centuries past. Explore Stone Town on foot, visiting markets, shops, mosques, palaces and courtyards. As evening falls, grab a drink at a waterfront bar or try seafood curry at a local restaurant. You'll spend the night at a basic inn in Stone Town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Stone Town
Landmarks/POIs Stone Town Zanzibar - Day 27
Zanzibar
After checking out, consider booking an optional guided tour of spice plantations to learn about Zanzibar's spice trade history. You'll smell and taste various spices like cinnamon, vanilla and ginger, plus sample spiced teas. After lunch, head to the Northern Beaches where white sand and turquoise water make for the perfect Indian Ocean setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Spice tour - USD25
- Head to Northern Beaches
Landmarks/POIs Zanzibar spice plantations - Day 28
Zanzibar
Start the day listening to gentle waves and ocean breezes. With a full day free along Zanzibar's coastline, you might swim, relax on the beach under the palms, or enjoy seafood by the water. Today is about slowing down and letting the island rhythm set the pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swim
- Relax on the beach
- Seafood dinner by the water
- Prison Island Tour - USD25
- Stone Town Tour (Dharajani Market, Joseph's Cathedral, Palace Museum, Forodhani Food Market) - USD20
Landmarks/POIs Zanzibar - Day 29
Zanzibar to Bagamoyo
Travel to Stone Town this morning for an 11 am welcome meeting at the hotel to meet your new leader and group. Afterward, catch the ferry to Dar es Salaam. Board your overland vehicle and meet your driver and cook, then take a short drive to your beach camp at Bagamoyo.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Stone Town - Day 30
Bagamoyo to Usambara Mountains
Travel into the remote Usambara Mountains, approximately 7 hours away. This unspoilt area sees very few tourists, making it ideal for soaking in the surroundings. Forests stretch across the mountains offering easy hikes and guided walks. Your base is Lushoto, an old German colony where you'll stay at one of Africa's earliest hotels.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Usambara Mountains Lushoto - Day 31
Usambara Mountains
Explore the beautiful Usambara Mountains and experience the gentle hospitality of small communities. Hike to the gorgeous Irente viewpoint, bringing water and snacks in a day pack. On your way back, visit a local cultural project at Irente farm and enjoy a locally prepared lunch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Locally prepared lunch at Irente farm), Dinner
Included Activities
- Irente - Lushoto hike
- Irente - Local lunch
Landmarks/POIs Irente viewpoint Usambara Mountains - Day 32
Usambara Mountains to Arusha
Make the journey from the scenic Usambara Mountains to Arusha today. While there are no scheduled activities, enjoy the drive through Tanzania's picturesque landscapes. Upon reaching your campsite on the town's outskirts, unwind and prepare for the safari adventures ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 33
Arusha to Karatu
After breakfast, head to Karatu, the gateway to Ngorongoro Crater. Hike through the Ngorongoro Reserve Forest to Elephant Caves and Endoro waterfalls with an expert local guide and armed ranger. The calcium-rich Elephant Caves earned their name because elephants came to break off rock and eat mineral-rich dust. Your guide will explain the area, point out animal tracks and highlight bird species. Later, tour a local coffee farm to see innovative farming practices. Tonight, enjoy a traditional dinner at a Tanzanian family's home as they cook dishes and share stories about local culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dinner with a local Tanzanian family in their home)
Included Activities
- Ngorongoro Forest - Elephant Cave Trek
- Karatu - Coffee Farm Tour
- Karatu - Home-Cooked Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Ngorongoro Reserve Forest Elephant Caves Endoro waterfalls - Day 34
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
Wake early, pack your gear into a six-person jeep and head into the Serengeti via Ngorongoro Crater. Spend 3 to 4 hours exploring this perfectly intact volcanic crater, watching for black rhinos, lions, leopards, elephants, impalas, zebras and hippos. Then move onto the open Serengeti plains, green after rains or brown and burnt in the dry season. This quintessential African landscape holds thousands of hoofed animals and fierce predators. Your campsite sits within the Serengeti itself, so listen for nocturnal animal sounds as you sleep.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ngorongoro Crater - 4x4 Game Drive
Landmarks/POIs Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti National Park - Day 35
Serengeti National Park
Wake at dawn for a game drive while animals are most active, then return to camp for brunch around 11 am. Spend the middle of the day relaxing like the animals do, then head out again as the day cools for a second game drive before dinner. You can also opt for a hot air balloon ride over the park (replacing part of the morning drive). If pre-booked, pickup happens before dawn for a safety briefing, then you'll glide through the dawn sometimes at tree height for great photos. After landing, enjoy a five-star bush breakfast before returning to camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Brunch around 11 am), Dinner
Included Activities
- Serengeti National Park - Morning 4WD Safari
Optional Activities
- Balloon Ride in Serengeti National Park (from price) - USD800
Landmarks/POIs Serengeti National Park - Day 36
Serengeti National Park to Mto wa Mbu
Rise with the sun and enjoy another game drive as you leave the Serengeti. Jump back into your overland vehicle and head for Mto wa Mbu. After setting up camp, take a guided stroll through farming areas, local homes and farmlands to get to know the community and their way of life. Later, enjoy a locally prepared dinner in town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Locally prepared dinner in town)
Included Activities
- Mto Wa Mbu - Village walk & local dinner
Landmarks/POIs Mto wa Mbu - Day 37
Mto wa Mbu to Nairobi
Set off early to cross into Kenya and make your way to Nairobi. Check into your hotel and spend the evening at your leisure before joining the welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight to meet new group members.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- City Experience Urban Adventure - USD45
- Day 38
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park
Take in spectacular views of the Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha and Lake Elementaita as you drive northwest to Lake Nakuru National Park in the heart of the Great Rift Valley. Arrive in time for a short evening game drive along the lake's shore. Lake Nakuru is a small, compact area excellent for spotting Big Five members and rhinos, your best chance to photograph these magnificent animals.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lake Nakuru - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
Landmarks/POIs Rift Valley Lake Naivasha Lake Elementaita Lake Nakuru National Park - Day 39
Lake Nakuru to Eldoret
Rise early, have breakfast and break camp before heading out on an overland game drive as you leave the park. Eat lunch at the gate before driving northwest to Eldoret, one of Kenya's fastest-growing cities. Its high altitude makes it an ideal training ground for middle and long-distance runners, and it's home to some of Kenya's most famous athletes. Tonight, enjoy a traditional dinner at your campsite just outside town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at the gate), Dinner (Traditional dinner)
Included Activities
- Lake Nakuru - Morning Overland Vehicle Game Drive
Landmarks/POIs Lake Nakuru National Park - Day 40
Eldoret to Kampala
Leave Kenya behind and cross the border into landlocked Uganda, traveling to its capital Kampala. Uganda has over 45 million people and great cultural diversity, making up one of five East African Community countries. Since today involves a long drive, skip camping and stay at a hotel instead. After your journey, have dinner prepared by the hotel before settling in for a restful night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner prepared by the hotel)
- Day 41
Kampala to Kalinzu Forest National Park
Travel to Kalinzu Forest National Park today. The park is home to chimpanzees, black and white colobuses, baboons, red-tailed monkeys, blue and red duikers, bushbucks, waterbucks, giant forest hogs, buffalo and elephants. When you arrive, settle into camp and perhaps stretch your legs exploring the surroundings with other group members.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Chimpanzee Trekking - USD205
Landmarks/POIs Kalinzu Forest National Park - Day 42
Kalinzu Forest to Queen Elizabeth National Park
This morning, you have the option to take an excursion to see Kalinzu Forest's chimpanzees, creatures more closely related to humans than any other living animal. Watch them squabble and play in fruiting trees. Alternatively, soak in the forest sounds from your tent. Later, take a short drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Once camp is set up, there's an option for a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, well-known for pelicans, eagles and other birds, plus a healthy hippo population.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Queen Elizabeth National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
Optional Activities
- Chimpanzee Trekking - USD205
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise - USD30
Landmarks/POIs Queen Elizabeth National Park Kazinga Channel - Day 43
Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kisoro
Drive out of Queen Elizabeth National Park heading toward Uganda's southwest tip. On this short game drive, watch for elephants, buffalo, Ugandan kobs and waterbucks. Arrive at Uganda's corner where borders touch Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. You'll spend the night in Kisoro at a camp on Lake Mutanda's shore with views of the Virunga Mountain range. Relax, enjoy the views, swim off the dock, or look for local weaver bird nests and African clawless otters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Swim
- Look for weaver bird nests and African clawless otters
Landmarks/POIs Lake Mutanda Virunga Mountain range - Day 44
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
With a local ranger and gorilla trackers, you'll climb through rugged mountain terrain in Bwindi (meaning 'dark') Impenetrable National Park for a rare chance to encounter gorilla families. No more than eight people per day visit any one habituated family and visits are strictly controlled to minimize disturbance. The terrain can be strenuous, but spotting a group dominated by a great male silverback makes it worthwhile. Watch them eat, sleep, groom and play as the silverback surveys the scene and you'll notice striking similarities between gorillas and humans.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Bwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
Landmarks/POIs Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Day 45
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Kisoro
If your gorilla visit wasn't completed yesterday, you'll head out today. With your free day, your leader will share options for spending time around Kisoro. You might do rainforest hikes to see monkeys, take nature walks, or book a day excursion over the border into Rwanda to visit the genocide memorial, art museum and Nyamirambo women's centre (ensure you have a Rwanda or East Africa visa).
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Rainforest hikes to see monkeys
- Nature walks
- Golden Monkey Trekking - USD160
- Rwanda Day Excursion - From USD75
- Batwa Village Visit - USD35
- Coffee Farm Tour - USD35
Landmarks/POIs Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Day 46
Kisoro to Mbarara
Turn back toward Kampala this morning and spend the day traveling. You'll stop in the pit-stop town of Mbarara for the night. There's not much to do around Mbarara, so tonight is a great chance to recharge, read a book, or relax at camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 47
Mbarara to Jinja
Continue inland toward Jinja. The Jinja region stands out as a top Uganda highlight, a riverside retreat at the Nile's source and the country's adventure capital. Tonight, you'll camp at a scenic riverside site and get good rest before tomorrow's activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Nile River - Day 48
Jinja
Jinja sits at the Nile's source as it leaves Lake Victoria and appeals to adventurers, adrenaline seekers and eco-travelers alike. You have a full free day to explore at your own pace with several optional activities available. Try whitewater rafting or kayak along the river. You can also take a boat cruise to the Nile source for a new river perspective.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- River Nile whitewater rafting (full day) - USD140
- Kayaking
- Nile Boat Cruise - USD40
- Source of River Nile tour - USD45
Landmarks/POIs Nile River source Lake Victoria - Day 49
Jinja to Kericho
Say goodbye to Uganda and begin your journey back to Kenya and Nairobi, stopping overnight in Kericho, one of Kenya's most popular towns for its tranquil surroundings blanketed by thick tea plantations and evergreens. Perched at the edge of the South-Western Mau National Reserve, Kericho is known for its vast tea estates. Upon arrival, visit a tea plantation and learn the tea farming process directly from local workers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Kericho - Tea plantation visit
Landmarks/POIs South-Western Mau National Reserve - Day 50
Kericho to Maasai Mara National Park
Drive to the famous Maasai Mara National Park this morning. Stop in Loita Hills, home to traditional Maasai people, and visit Tepesua Village. Maasai warriors welcome you through traditional song and dance. Meet your hosts and learn about their ancient culture. Tepesua Community focuses on education, women's empowerment and community development, creating youth jobs and selling eco-friendly handbags and backpacks. Later, travel to Maasai Mara with sparse open plains, dramatic skies and the world's most iconic animals. Explore on an early evening 4WD game drive with expert local driver guides.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Maasai Mara - 4WD Safari
- Loita Hills - Maasai Village Visit
Landmarks/POIs Loita Hills Tepesua Village Maasai Mara National Park - Day 51
Maasai Mara National Park
This morning, you might take an optional hot air balloon ride over the Mara at sunrise. If pre-booked, pickup happens before dawn for a safety briefing from your pilot. You'll glide through the skies, sometimes at tree height, for great photo opportunities. After landing, enjoy a bush breakfast before reuniting with the group. Spend the day on a full 4WD safari through Maasai Mara National Reserve with expert local driver guides, exploring this diverse environment and likely seeing plenty of wildlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Maasai Mara National Reserve - Full Day 4WD Safari
Optional Activities
- Balloon ride in Maasai Mara National Reserve (from price) - USD470
Landmarks/POIs Maasai Mara National Reserve - Day 52
Maasai Mara National Park to Nairobi
Return to Nairobi today, the bustling metropolis. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped at your finishing hotel where your trip ends. If you'd like to extend your stay, just contact your booking agent.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
