Overview
Cross the border into Tanzania and journey to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore this ecologically diverse park on a morning game drive. Your escorted African safari continues to the amazing Ngorongoro area—the astonishing crater measures 2,000 feet deep and spans 102 square miles. Revel in the fantastic game-viewing vantage point to spot lion, hippo, elephant, and flamingo.
Next, you’ll enter Serengeti National Park—site of the seasonal great migration of wildebeest, and a great game-viewing area year-round. Covering 5,700 square miles, the Serengeti will thrill you with both morning and afternoon game drives with the chance to see Nile crocodiles, big cats, giraffes, and gazelles. This escorted Africa safari through Kenya and Tanzania is a dream-come-true for the adventurous of spirit.
This tour also includes two nights in Zanzibar. Experience Zanzibar’s rich heritage and natural beauty with a guided tour of Stone Town’s historic landmarks and lively markets, a seaside lunch featuring local cuisine, and a nature walk through Jozani Forest to encounter the island’s unique red colobus monkeys.
Itinerary
Welcome to Africa! Check in to your hotel and prepare for your safari adventure!
This morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya's most famous game area. After lunch at your lodge, set out on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Your visit here contributes to Endangered Wildlife Conservation Network's Lion Recovery Fund project, which works towards the rehabilitation of lions and their habitats. (B/L/D)
Today, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara,” as it is called by locals. Part of the Serengeti ecosystem, the reserve boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a significant food source for resident predators including lions, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. (B/L/D)
Today, board a plane for the quick flight to Nairobi. Drive to Amboseli National Park, best known for spectacular views of 19,341-foot Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Embark on an afternoon game drive before settling in at your lodge located in the foothills of Africa's highest mountain. (B/L/D)
Morning and afternoon game drives offer you a terrific opportunity to get close to the mighty elephant. You might also spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, and more. During the heat of the day, relax and enjoy the amenities at your lodge to enjoy the pool, local craft market, or a card game with a fellow traveler. (B/L/D)
This morning, enter Tanzania at the Namanga border. After lunch in Arusha, proceed to your camp overlooking Lake Manyara. Get lost in the woods on an optional guided hike through the magical forest in the Great Rift Valley. Did we mention the monkeys? Or...go bananas for beer made from the fruit, along with other farm specialties on an optional guided visit to Mto Wa Mbu village. (B/L/D)
Lake Manyara National Park is a small, ecologically diverse park with groundwater forests, grassy plains, and the alkaline namesake Lake Manyara. The park is also home to the world's largest concentration of baboon. Watch for these mischievous primates, giraffe, hippo, and more on your morning game drive. Then, journey to your lodge and enjoy time at leisure this afternoon. (B/L/D)
Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive. Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest unflooded caldera, more than 2,000 feet deep with a floor covering over 102 square miles. Game viewing here is fantastic, as most of the animals stay in this area year-round. Witness lion, Cape buffalo, hippo, elephant, and flamingo in a unique habitat. This is also your best chance to see the rare black rhinoceros! A picnic lunch will be served in the crater. (B/L/D)
Today, drive to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania's largest and most famous park. Home to the seasonal Great Migration of vast numbers of the Serengeti's wildebeest, accompanied by zebra, Grant's gazelle, Thomson's gazelle, eland, and impala. The Serengeti remains an extraordinary ecosystem for game viewing year-round. Enjoy lunch at your lodge before an afternoon game drive. (B/L/D)
The biologically diverse Serengeti covers an area of roughly 5,700 square miles and is home to a variety of animals. The name comes from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “endless plains,” and Maasai tribes co-exist with wildlife living in the Serengeti. Continue your exploration during morning and afternoon game drives. You have the chance to see the big cats—lion, leopard, and cheetah—as well as an abundance of other animals, including the Nile crocodile, giraffe, gazelle, and eland. (B/L/D)
This morning, fly to Stone Town, Zanzibar, via Arusha. Upon arrival, meet a Globus representative and settle into your hotel. Dinner tonight is at the hotel. (B/L/D)
Please Note: The Tour Director does not accompany guests on extensions. Guided service is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.
A morning tour of Zanzibar's Stone Town offers an immersive journey into the island's rich history and vibrant culture. Begin with a guided walk through the narrow, winding alleys of this UNESCO World Heritage site, exploring landmarks like the Old Fort, the House of Wonders, and the Sultan's Palace. Along the way, admire the intricate wooden doors and bustling markets filled with spices, textiles, and handcrafted goods.
Enjoy lunch at the oceanfront Archipelago Restaurant, a popular spot serves fresh, locally inspired dishes with highlights such as seafood curry and tropical fruit drinks, making it a perfect place to unwind and savor the flavors of Zanzibar. Later, venture to Jozani Forest, home to Zanzibar's indigenous red colobus monkeys and a diverse ecosystem. Take a guided nature walk through lush mangrove forests and towering mahogany trees, learning about the island's unique flora and fauna. (B/L)
Bid farewell to your African adventure with a flight to Dar es Salaam, where a day room has been reserved at the Hotel Blue Saphire for your convenience. Schedule departing flights after 4 pm.
Trip Inclusions
- The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes expert Tour Directors and Driver/Guides, hand-selected accommodations, and seamless transportation between destinations including intra-vacation flights—with value-minded travelers in mind. 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles are equipped with a pop-up roof for unfettered game viewing and photography. Plus, each vehicle is limited to just six guests, so you'll always have a window seat! This tour offers a great opportunity to witness the Great Migration of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope—the largest terrestrial mammal migration in the world.
- All internal flights
- 1 game drive in Nairobi National Park
- Sheldrick Wildlife Trust admission
- Karen Blixen Museum admission with lunch
- Giraffe Center admission
- 3 game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve
- 3 game drives in Amboseli National Park
- 1 game drive in Lake Manyara National Park
- 1 full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- 3 game drives in Serengeti National Park
- Day room in Arusha upon departure
- Big experiences come in small packages, so each Cosmos Africa safari tour is limited to a maximum of just 24 guests per departure.
- 11 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 10 Dinners
- Nairobi: Tamarind Tree Hotel (First-Class)
- Maasai Mara: Mara Sopa Lodge (First-Class)
- Amboseli National Park Area: Amboseli Sopa Lodge (Moderate First-Class)
- Lake Manyara National Park Area: Manyara Lakeview Oasis (Moderate First-Class)
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area: Marera Valley Lodge (First-Class)
- Serengeti National Park: Mberesero Central Serengeti (First-Class)
- Zanzibar Stone Town: Spice Tree by Turaco (Superior First-Class)
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
- The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Maasai Mara from August to early November. Movements and river crossings of migrating herds can be challenging to predict year to year. When possible, we'll modify game viewing when advised of reported sightings. Since this safari includes Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania's Serengeti National Park, you're guaranteed to see the herds no matter when you visit. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
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