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East Africa Explorer (Accommodated) - 24 days

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From Nairobi to Livingstone

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Platinum Operator: On The Go Tours
Safari: Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 16
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara
Nairobi to Masai Mara
Included Activities
- Maasai village visit
- Afternoon game drive
Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 2
Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning game drive
- Afternoon game drive
Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 3
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks
Great Rift Valley
Day 4
Nairobi to Arusha
Nairobi to Arusha
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walk to local Maasai village (time permitting)
Landmarks
Mount Meru
Day 5
Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Game drive through Ngorongoro Crater rim
- Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Landmarks
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
Days 6 - 7
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Game drive out of Serengeti
- Morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Landmarks
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 8
Arusha to Bagamoyo
Arusha to Bagamoyo
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Bagamoyo and beach
Landmarks
Mount Kilimanjaro
Day 9
Bagamoyo to Dar es Salaam
Bagamoyo to Dar es Salaam
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Dar es Salaam markets and beaches
Landmarks
Dar es Salaam
Days 10 - 12
Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar
Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Zanzibar return ferry ticket
Optional Activities
- Explore Stone Town
- Visit spice plantation
- Spend time on tropical beaches
- Snorkelling at the coast
- Massages
- Yacht trips
Landmarks
Stone Town
Zanzibar
Day 13
Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam
Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Return ferry to Dar es Salaam
Optional Activities
- Shopping
- Swimming
Day 14
Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park
Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Drive through Mikumi National Park
Optional Activities
- Additional game drive in Mikumi National Park
- Relax at bar and restaurant
- Evening around campfire
Landmarks
Mikumi National Park
Day 15
Mikumi National Park to Iringa
Mikumi National Park to Iringa
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks
Baobab Valley
Day 16
Iringa to Mbeya Region
Iringa to Mbeya Region
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour through coffee plantation with roasting demonstration and coffee tasting
Landmarks
Mbeya Range
East African Rift Valley
Day 17
Mbeya Region to Chitimba Beach, Lake Malawi
Mbeya Region to Chitimba Beach, Lake Malawi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Relax on the beach
- Stroll through village
- Explore local craft market
- Try woodcarving
- Learn traditional game of Bao
- Shop for handmade treasures
Landmarks
Lake Malawi
Days 18 - 19
Chitimba Beach to Ngala Beach, Lake Malawi
Chitimba Beach to Ngala Beach, Lake Malawi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activities
- Hire kayak
- Snorkelling
- Village walk
- Waterfall hike
- Relax in the lake
Landmarks
Lake Malawi
Day 20
Nkhotakota Region to Petauke, Zambia
Nkhotakota Region to Petauke, Zambia
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks
Nkhotakota Game Reserve
Day 21
Petauke to Lusaka
Petauke to Lusaka
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks
Luangwa River
Days 22 - 23
Lusaka to Livingstone - Victoria Falls
Lusaka to Livingstone - Victoria Falls
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Victoria Falls visit (Zambian side)
Optional Activities
- Further visit to Victoria Falls
- Canoeing on Zambezi River
- Rafting on Zambezi River
- Bungee jumping
- Fishing
- Scenic flight over Victoria Falls
- Abseiling experience
Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
Day 24
Livingstone
Livingstone
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve

Landmarks
Masai Mara National Reserve

Landmarks
Great Rift Valley

Landmarks
Mount Meru

Landmarks
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater

Landmarks
Ngorongoro Crater

Landmarks
Mount Kilimanjaro

Landmarks
Dar es Salaam

Landmarks
Stone Town
Zanzibar

Landmarks
Mikumi National Park

Landmarks
Baobab Valley

Landmarks
Mbeya Range
East African Rift Valley

Landmarks
Lake Malawi

Landmarks
Lake Malawi

Landmarks
Nkhotakota Game Reserve

Landmarks
Luangwa River

Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

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Aimee
October 18th, 2022
Great tour - not only did we have a fantastic time on Safari and get to see the Big 5 but our cook (Malinga), driver...
Great tour - not only did we have a fantastic time on Safari and get to see the Big 5 but our cook (Malinga), driver (Steve) and guide (Leah) were fantastic. They went over and beyond to help us see so many animals, were patient when we had any issues, and ensured I could eat all the meals (I can't have dairy or gluten). All in all a great trip for the cost. Although be warned this is 100% a rough and tough camping trip - expect zero luxury!Show more
Alfred
August 23rd, 2022
The tour itself was great. Not a big fan of camping. Sleeping on the ground. Had a problem with not being transported...
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Richard
February 26th, 2023
This was a MEMORABLE trip! All 3 staff, Heston, Westinghouse and Alois, were 5 star in every way. I'm my opinion, a...
This was a MEMORABLE trip! All 3 staff, Heston, Westinghouse and Alois, were 5 star in every way. I'm my opinion, a better more upscale hotel would be a good start to thus trip. I found the Kenya Comfort Hotel to be seriously lacking. For the amazing day at Maasi Mara, please include the price of the jeep in the tour. There is no way we could have seen what we saw if we had been in the big bus. Please also upgrade the bus to include an electronic ice chest. We all purchased beverages that needed to be chilled, and ice was almost impossible to find. Finally, the tents are old, heavy and difficult to assemble. Please consider a tent upgrade for the future.Show more

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Can we stay in Dar es Salaam instead of going to Zanzibar, perhaps at a hotel in Oysterbay?
Tour Details
- On The Go ToursOperator•Written August 2023
  While you're on tour with us - we are somewhat responsible for you, so you aren't able to skip the Zanzibar portion. Would you still be interested in joining us?

From

$6,825

-20%

US $5,460 per person

+ $850 Local Payment

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Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

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- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kenya.Malawi.Tanzania.Zambia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Kenya.Malawi.Tanzania.Zambia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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- Rabies - Recommended for Kenya.Malawi.Tanzania.Zambia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Kenya.Tanzania.Zambia. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
- Yellow fever - Recommended for Kenya Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for and Malawi. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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