Project Description
Overview
Trip Length
8 days
Trip Type
Trekking, Safari, Culture
Trip Start/End
Nairobi – Entebbe
Nearest Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport / Entebbe International Airport
Travel through the wild savannahs and open plains of Kenya on this 8 Days Kenya & Tanzania adventure safari. From Nairobi head south to Amboseli National Park and discover its elephant population against a dramatic backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa’s largest mountain.
Journey to the Ngorongoro crater, the “cradle of civilisation”, before exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti. Venture into the Maasai Mara and bask in this haven of wildlife. Catch sight of the Big Five, and if you’re truly lucky witness the “great migration” across the Mara river.
- Murchison Falls National Park | Queen Elizabeth National Park | Bwindi Impenetrable Forest | Falls Trek
- Zziwa White Rhino Sanctuary | Safari Game Drive | Chimp Trekking Kyambura Gorge | Ishasha Sector tree-climbing lions | Gorilla Trekking
- Fort Portal | Mountains of the Moon | Batwa culture experience
8 Days Kenya & Tanzania adventure safari
Day 1 : Nairobi – Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Nairobi heading southwards to the home of the Gentle Giants-Amboseli well known for its prolific elephant population which can be photographed against the backdrop of the Mt.Kilimanjaro. Check-in for lunch later followed by afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: AA Lodge Amboseli
Day 2: Amboseli – Arusha – Karatu
Enjoy a morning game drive followed by a transfer to Namanga Border where our representative will be waiting for onward transfer to Tanzania. Lunch will be en-route at Arusha {payable extra} then proceed to Karatu.
Accommodation: Eileens Tree Inn.
Day 3: Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park
Enjoy early morning breakfast before departing for the Ngorongoro crater. Enjoy a half day game drive at the floor of the crater and proceed to Central Serengeti after lunch.
Accommodation: KatiKati Tented Camp.
Day 4: Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, spend the whole day exploring the endless plains of Serengeti.
Accommodation: Ikoma Safari Tented Camp.
Day 5: Serengeti – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Depart Serengeti for Maasai Mara National Reserve. You will be transferred from Tanzania to Kenya through the Isebania border. Our representative will take you through from there to enter Maasai Mara enjoying game a drive en-route to Olmoran Tented Camp in the evening.
Accommodation: Olmoran Tented Camp.
Day 6 & 7: Maasai Mara
This is the period when the great migration happens. If you are lucky you will be able to witness the Mara river crossing or even see the trails of wildebeests wondering in the plains of Mara. Maasai Mara is a wildlife haven where nearly all types of games including the Big Five can be easily spotted.
Accommodation: Olmoran Tented Camp.
Day 8: Maasai Mara – Nairobi – Entebbe
After breakfast, travel to Nairobi with a game drive en-route before arriving in time for your flight to Uganda.
What’s included:
❭❭ Accommodation as per the itinerary
❭❭ Transport in Safari Minivan for Kenya and Landcruiser in Tanzania
❭❭ Park Entry fees
❭❭ Services of driver/guide in Kenya and Tanzania
❭❭ All transfers by road in Kenya and Tanzania
What’s not included:
❭❭ International flights
❭❭ Visa fees
❭❭ Lunch on day 2
❭❭ Tips and gratitude
❭❭ Laundry and any items of personal nature
Visa requirements for Uganda
With effect from July 1, 2015, visa fees for entry into Uganda were revised as follows:
❭❭ Single Entry Visa US$50
❭❭ Multiple Entry Visa US$100
❭❭ East Africa Tourist Visa US$100
❭❭ Government Officials No fee
❭❭ Diplomatic Visa No fee
Please note:
All visa applications must be submitted online. Paper applications will not be processed and may result in delays.
Visa applications for holders of passports:
- Submit an online application here.
- Your passport must have been valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel and for 6 months after your expected departure from Uganda.
- You will need to submit a money order for the correct visa from the list above.
- You will need to submit a letter of invitation/introduction if you are travelling for business.
- You are required to present an international inoculation certificate against yellow fever at the point of entry in Uganda.
- Please enclose a prepaid, self-addressed UPS, FEDEX, DHL,USPS Priority or Express return envelope with your application. Regular envelopes are not accepted.
Visa applications for holders of travel documents
Holders of travel documents (not passports) issued by the U.S. Immigration Department to refugees are required to submit the following in addition to the above requirements.
- An invitation from the host legally residing in Uganda.
- A letter obtained by the host from the local authorities (e.g. Local Council Chairman) confirming he/she resides in that locality.
- A copy of the host’s photo ID such as a drivers licence, national ID card or passport.