Classic East Africa
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Tour Overview
On this 13-day safari adventure through the everchanging landscapes of East Africa, you’ll take multiple game drives in the Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Amboseli National Park. With expert guides and a handy local leader, you’ll visit spots far off the tourist trail, including the base of Mt Meru, where you’ll go on a hike through the slopes of the mountain to a waterfall, and Lake Naivasha for a boat safari. Spend time in Arusha and take part in a traditional cooking class with a company that supports and empowers the local women and visit the Patinaai Osim project, supported by the Intrepid Foundation and working to fight inequality of women and girls in Indigenous communities. With all of this and more, you’ll hit all the iconic wildlife, landscapes and highlights of Africa and gain a special understanding of this incredible land – what are you waiting for?
Trip Code: YGKA
Start
Nairobi
End
Nairobi
Destination
Kenya
Meals
12 breakfasts, 11 dinners
Transport
4WD Open Safari Vehicle, Private Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (1 nights), Lodge (4 nights), Permanent Tented Camp (7 nights)
Days
13
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Comforti
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Take 4WD safaris through five iconic wildlife parks and spot the African wildlife you’ve always wanted to see, including herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, zebras, flamingos, hippos and so much more.
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Hike at the base of Mt Meru – look out for local wildlife as you soak up the incredible views, on the way to a thundering waterfall for lunch. You might see buffalo, giraffes, zebras, Kilimanjaro colobus monkeys and Harvey’s red duikers along the way.
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Learn about the Patinaai Osim Project – one of The Intrepid Foundation partners – and how they’re working to fight gender inequality for Indigenous communities, and how they provide a safe space or local women and girls.
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Take up the offer of an optional visit to a small Hadzabe tribe to learn about their nomadic hunter-gatherer lifestyle and their unique ‘click’ language, which is believed to be one of the oldest languages still in use today.
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Pop on an apron at a traditional cooking class in Arusha in Tanzania with local women who will show you the tips and tricks of local food before you tuck into a delicious breakfast together.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
12 breakfasts, 11 dinners
Transport
4WD Open Safari Vehicle, Private Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (1 nights), Lodge (4 nights), Permanent Tented Camp (7 nights)
Included activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer (shared)
- Maasai Mara National Reserve - Full Day 4WD Safari
- Lake Naivasha - Boat Cruise
- Patinaai Osim (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit
- Amboseli National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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