Join morning and afternoon game drives in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, scanning the rolling savannah for the Big Five and dramatic predator-prey encounters. Golden light, sweeping plains and acacia silhouettes set the stage for iconic safari moments.

As the northern reach of the greater Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara hosts seasonal migrations and rich resident wildlife. Guides track prides, cheetah territories and riverine corridors for the day’s best sightings.

Head inland to a traditional spice farm (shamba) to see, smell and taste the crops that named Zanzibar the Spice Island. Crush leaves of cloves and cinnamon, sip herbal infusions and sample seasonal tropical fruits.

Your guide weaves botany with history—how monsoon trade winds brought spices, and how smallhold farmers cultivate, harvest and dry them for market. Aromas linger long after you leave the groves.

Visit a historic family home on the foothills of Mount Kenya for a warm Be My Guest experience. Wander the coffee and tea estate to learn how cherries and leaves are grown, picked and processed, then sample freshly brewed Kenyan coffee and tea alongside seasonal dishes.

Built in 1962, the house reflects Kenya’s early independence era. Stories from the Kariithi family enrich your tasting, connecting everyday flavors with heritage and the rhythms of farm life.

Join a local ranger for insights into cutting-edge conservation at Solio Game Reserve, Kenya’s pioneering rhino sanctuary. Hear about anti-poaching efforts and rewilding, then venture out on a guided drive to spot black and white rhinos grazing the acacia-dotted grasslands.

Established in the 1970s between Mount Kenya and the Aberdares, Solio’s protected habitat hosts one of Africa’s highest rhino densities. Expect close yet respectful viewing and a deeper understanding of safeguarding these icons.

Pause to pause for photos and reflection at Thomson’s Falls, a dramatic 74-metre drop on the Ewaso Ng’iro River near Nyahururu. Framed by lush highland vegetation, the cascade sends up cool spray and a low, constant roar.

This Rift Valley viewpoint has attracted travelers since the colonial era. Capture wide-angle shots of the gorge and listen for sunbirds flitting through the mist before continuing across the highlands.

Set out on a 4×4 game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, scanning flamingo-dusted shores, fever-tree forests and open savannah for lions, leopards, buffalo and endangered rhino. Your expert guide interprets tracks, calls and seasonal movements.

Cradled in the Great Rift Valley, Nakuru’s alkaline lake has long lured prolific birdlife. Between photo stops, learn how changing water levels shape the ecology and where predators patrol the acacia fringe.

Glide across freshwater Naivasha on a guided boat safari on Lake Naivasha, watching for whiskered hippo pods and the dive-and-soar theatrics of African fish eagles. Calm waters and papyrus-fringed bays create superb vantage points for photography.

Once a stop for vintage flying boats, Naivasha sits at 1,884 meters, its highland air clear and cool. Listen for ripples and wingbeats as your guide points out herons, cormorants and the lake’s volcanic backstory.

Step ashore for a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, a predator-free peninsula where you can walk among giraffe and zebra at a tranquil pace. Trace game trails through grasslands with views back to Naivasha’s glimmering waters.

Formed by a volcanic crater rim, the island’s light footprint allows unusually close herbivore encounters. Your guide shares behavior cues and safe distances while you capture soaring lakeside horizons.

Enter a living tradition with a hosted visit to an authentic Maasai village. Witness the warriors’ adumu jumping dance, tour family boma homesteads and hear how cattle, community and age-sets shape Maasai life on the plains.

Guides share beadwork symbolism, herding practices and practical bushcraft skills. This respectful exchange highlights resilience and continuity in a landscape where culture and wildlife coexist.

Traverse the Serengeti National Park on sweeping game drives, from kopje-studded plains to acacia-dotted savannah. Track lions, leopards and cheetahs, and in season witness arcs of the Great Migration as wildebeest and zebra move in thundering columns.

A UNESCO-listed wilderness, the Serengeti’s name evokes “endless plains.” Your guide interprets territories, hunting tactics and water sources that choreograph life across this storied ecosystem.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a vast UNESCO-listed caldera sheltering remarkable densities of wildlife. Explore forest, grassland and marsh on a 4×4 safari, then pause for a picnic on the crater floor near hippo pools and sweeping lake views.

Formed by a collapsed volcano, the 600-meter walls create a natural amphitheater for elephants, lions and plains game. Guides spotlight key habitats and the conservation model that sustains them.

Join a guided village walk through Mto wa Mbu’s farms and markets to meet growers, artisans and cooks shaping life along the Rift. Sample banana beer and sit down to a home-cooked Swahili lunch prepared by local women.

This fertile crossroads brings together dozens of Tanzanian ethnic groups. Learn how irrigation, seasonal harvests and community enterprise nurture both cuisine and culture at the foot of the escarpment.

Explore the groundwater forest and lakeshore on a game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, watching for elephants and the park’s famed tree-climbing lions. Birders delight in pelicans, storks and shimmering flocks along the shallows.

Nestled beneath the towering Rift Valley escarpment, Manyara’s contrasting habitats pack rich biodiversity into a compact area. Your guide times routes for shade, views and wildlife movement.

Venture among giant baobabs and seasonal swamps on a game drive in Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds. Scan termite mounds and acacia flats for oryx, kudu and prowling big cats.

Fed by the Tarangire River, this classic dry-season refuge concentrates wildlife along life-giving water. Guides reveal family bonds among elephants and the subtle cues that bring the bush to life.

Explore UNESCO-listed Stone Town with a Local Specialist, winding past carved doors and coral-rag facades to the former slave market, the House of Wonders, Sultan’s Palace Museum and the Old Fort. Lanes brim with spice stalls and Swahili rhythm.

From Omani sultans to Indian traders and European explorers, centuries of exchange forged this Indian Ocean hub. Architecture, language and cuisine reveal a layered island identity.

Explore the cool highlands on a guided outing into Aberdare National Park, tracing misty moorlands, bamboo forests and waterfall-lined ravines. Expect panoramic viewpoints, endemic flora and the chance to spot forest antelope and colobus monkeys.

This nature-focused excursion highlights the Aberdares’ dramatic topography and contrasts with lowland savannahs. Offered at additional cost and bookable on tour; routes and duration adapt to weather and interests.

Saddle up or pedal out to ride by mountain bike or horseback through the Aberdare countryside. Traverse farm tracks at the forest edge, pass smallholdings and watch for plains game grazing near acacia stands.

Local guides set an easy pace and share insights on crops, wildlife and highland life. Equipment and helmets are provided. Offered at additional cost and bookable on tour; suitability depends on experience and trail conditions.

Spend a full day at sea on a traditional wooden dhow cruise, sailing to coral shallows for a guided snorkel over coral gardens. Drop anchor at a gleaming sandbank for a swim and feast on a fresh seafood lunch.

Trade winds, turquoise water and billowing lateen sails set a timeless Indian Ocean scene. Offered at additional cost and bookable on tour; snorkeling gear, guiding and refreshments are typically included.

Meet your fellow travellers and meet your Driver Guide over a convivial welcome at Nairobi’s famed dinner at Carnivore. Savor charcoal-grilled Kenyan nyama choma with vibrant chutneys and sides as servers carve from sizzling spits beside the restaurant’s open-fire pit.

Set within the capital’s leafy Karen-Langata area, Carnivore has long been a local institution. This relaxed evening sets the tone for your safari, pairing bold flavors with easy conversation before you head into Kenya’s wild landscapes.

• 16 Dinner (D)
• 16 Breakfast (B)
• 13 Lunch (L)

• Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
• 4-star stays
• Coach, 4 x 4 safari vehicle travel, and select flights

• Lake Nakuru: Stop to take in the thunderous power of Thomson’s Falls.
• Lake Nakuru: See the birds of Lake Nakuru National Park and marvel at the flamingos that crowd the water’s edge. 
• Lake Naivasha: Enjoy a boat ride as you search for the hippos in Lake Naivasha. 
• Lake Naivasha: Marvel at the wonderous wildlife on your Crescent Island Visit. 
• Maasai Mara National Reserve: Embark on a journey through the wilderness as you enjoy the sights of the best game viewing in the world at Maasai Mara National Reserve.
• Maasai Mara National Reserve: Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives to explore its vast plains and rolling hills with more game spotting opportunities.
• Maasai Mara National Reserve: Head to a Maasai village in the Maasai Mara National Reserve and get a feel for their everyday life. After a guided tour of the village, you’ll see the warriors’ famous jumping dance and give bush hunting skills a go with the Maasai people. 
• Serengeti: Keep your eyes peeled for the hidden wildlife at the Serengeti National Park. 
• Serengeti: Discover the vast beauty and incredible wildlife of the Serengeti National Park.
• Ngorongoro Crater: Venture into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater and explore its forests and wildlife. 
• Lake Manyara: Enjoy a scenic drive through Lake Manyara National Park as you watch for the tree-climbing lions. 
• Tarangire National Park: Tarangire National Park is renowned for its majestic elephants. Glimpse these and other animal inhabitants of the park, and take in the unique landscape during your drive today. 
• Zanzibar: Taste and smell the spices, herbs and fruits that helped Zanzibar earn its title of ‘The Spice Island’.
• Zanzibar: Join a Local Specialist and explore UNESCO-listed Stone Town, the heart and soul of Zanzibar.

• Lake Manyara: Meet the farming community of Mto Wa Mbu on a guided walk through local villages, farmlands and markets. Learn how daily life is shaped by the land, meet the people who call this place home and try traditional banana beer before sitting down to Swahili cuisine prepared by local women.

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