Overview
East Africa Private Safari
Leave the rat race and monkey business of everyday life at home and revel in your independent spirit with the I-time you deserve on this Globus Independent Africa tour. If that spirit of adventure includes the dream of a daring adventure with the best Driver/Guides in East Africa, then you can kick your bucket list to the curb on this private safari in some of the world’s most famous game areas. From Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve and Mount Kilimanjaro looming above Amboseli National Park to the legendary plains of the Serengeti and spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, you’ll get an eyeful of East Africa’s fantastic beasts and breathtakingly primitive panoramas. We pick the perfect spots for the chance to spot the “Big 5” (lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, elephant, and rhino), not to mention other locals like cheetah, giraffe, gazelle, and hyena. This Globus Independent tour of Africa takes you to where the wild things are – while giving you the freedom to unplug and recharge in luxury.
Highlights of East Africa Private Safari
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Notes
The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Serengeti from late November to July. 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. 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.
Travelers Notes
Your Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to explore with the I-time you crave–with all the perks you'd expect from Globus. We take care of the details with included accommodations, daily breakfasts, select guided sightseeing, transportation with intra-vacation flights and transfers between each city on your tour. We’ve packed everything you need for an amazing adventure—from hand-selected safari lodges and tented camps to friendly expert Driver/Guides. 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles are equipped with a pop-up roof for unfettered game viewing and photography. Plus, only your guests travel in the safari vehicle, which is limited to just six guests, so you’ll always have a window seat on your private safari! This tour also offers a great opportunity to witness the Great Migration of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope—the largest terrestrial mammal migration in the world. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your GlobusGO mobile app!Traveling with friends or family? Enjoy discounts when 3 or more guests share a vehicle. Ask your Globus Vacation Planner or Travel Advisor for details.
Product Group
East Africa Private Safari
Independent Tour
Venture further to enjoy the world your way without the group. The experts at Globus put Peace of Mind first in travel planning. We take care of the details with included hotel accommodations, daily breakfasts and select meals, guided sightseeing, and transportation between cities. Explore confidently, knowing your Globus Local Hosts and GlobusGO mobile app provide you with tips and recommendations to personalize your tour and see the world your way.
UNESCO Sites
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals
Breakfast daily, 8 Lunches, 9 Dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA Welcome to Kenya! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
Day 2
NAIROBI–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE AREA•Fly to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. •After lunch, embark on your first game drive this afternoon in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, Elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. •Your visit contributes to Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund, aimed at recovering the lion population in Africa after more than half have been lost over the past 25 years. (B,L,D)
Day 3
MAASAI MARA•The “Mara,” as it is called by the locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, the population grows by almost 2 million. This provides a great food source for lions, leopards, and hyenas. You’ll have ample opportunity to spot these predators and many other animals on morning and afternoon game drives with your expert Driver/Guide. (B,L,D)Today’s I-Time Tips Between game drives, relax by the pool or take a safari siesta!
Day 4
MAASAI MARA AREA–NAIROBI–AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK AREA•A short flight brings you back to Nairobi for a drive to Amboseli National Park. •Upon arrival, embark on a game drive and take in the spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa at some 19,341 feet. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time to freshen up for dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 5
AMBOSELI AREA•Morning and afternoon game drives offer you a great opportunity to get close to the mighty elephant. You might also spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, and more.(B,L,D)Today’s I-Time Tips Between game drives, dive into a good book on your private patio or take a dip in the pool.
Day 6
AMBOSELI AREA–ARUSHA, TANZANIA–LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AREA•This morning, enter Tanzania at the Namanga border. •After lunch in Arusha, proceed to the Lake Manyara National Park area. (B,L,D)
Day 7
LAKE MANYARA AREA–NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA•Lake Manyara National Park is a small, ecologically diverse park with groundwater forests, grassy plains, and alkaline Lake Manyara itself. 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. •Drive to your lodge on the slopes of Ngorongoro Crater. (B,D)Today’s I-Time Tips Visit a local primary school to meet the children and learn about the educational system in rural Tanzania.
Day 8
NGORONGORO AREA•Today, enjoy a full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. The crater is the world’s largest unflooded caldera—at 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. You can see lions, elephants, flamingos, and a variety of other animals. This is also your best chance to see the rare black rhinoceros. A picnic lunch will be served in the crater. (B,L,D)
Day 9
NGORONGORO AREA–SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK•Today, drive to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most famous park. Home to the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra, it attracts visitors from around the world and is great for game viewing year round. •Enjoy lunch prior to your afternoon game drive.(B,L,D)
Day 10
SERENGETI•Covering an area of roughly 5,700 square miles, the name Serengeti comes from the Maasai word siringit (endless plains.) •Join your expert Driver/Guide for morning and afternoon game drives to further explore this vast park. Search for leopard, rhino, and an abundance of other animals, including cheetah, giraffe, gazelle, and eland. (B,L,D)Today’s I-Time Tips Between game drives, relax by the pool or take a safari siesta!
Day 11
SERENGETI–ARUSHA•One last game drive this morning.•Fly back to Arusha, where a day room has been reserved at the Mount Meru Hotel for your use. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm. (B)
Departures
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Nairobi Serena Hotel | Despite its central location, the Nairobi Serena hotel is a quiet sanctuary amid the bustle of one of Africa's most dynamic cities. The interior décor reflects an entirely pan-African theme featuring art and inspiration from Ethiopia, the Maghreb, West Africa and East Africa. Offering a wide range of dining experiences, The Nairobi Serena is renowned for its 'Mandhari' fine-dining restaurant, which is universally acknowledged as one of Kenya's finest. | Nairobi | Kenyatta Ave. | Superior First-Class |
| 2 | Sarova Panafric | Rated one of the best hotels in Nairobi the Sarova Panafric has lots to offer. Located just a short drive from CBD and 18 km from the airport. You are minutes away from the start of your adventure. | Nairobi | Junction of Kenyatta Ave & Valley Road | First-Class |
| 3 | Sarova Mara Camp | Sarova Mara Camp is situated in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, offering a front seat to the rolling plains of East Africa. The camp offers an unparalleled plethora of activities and experiences from tented living to bird-watching to a unique insight into the Maasai culture at the adjoining Maasai village. The large grounds are beautifully laid out with exotic trees and indigenous shrubs. | Maasai Mara National Reserve | Superior First-Class | |
| 4 | Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge | Set against the magnificent backdrop of Africa's highest mountain, the glittering Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge enjoys a uniquely privileged position at the heart of this world-famous national park. At the center of ""Maasailand"", the lodge's décor reflects the brilliant primary colors and iconic shapes representative of these legendary warriors. At the heart of the lodge, shaded by palm trees, is a free-form swimming pool; to either side of which stretch the rooms. Electricity is provided 24 hours a day. | Amboseli National Park Area | Amboseli National Park | First-Class |
| 5 | Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge | Standing high on the edge of a towering terracotta escarpment with panoramic views over the glittering alkaline waters of Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of tranquility, wildlife discovery, and ornithological richness. | Lake Manyara National Park Area | Lake Manyara National Park Area | First-Class |
| 6 | Kitela Lodge | Kitela Lodge offers peace and comfort on a hillside with beautiful views of a coffee plantation and a waterfall within the incredible highlands bordering Ngorongoro Crater. Spacious rooms feature a private terrace and overlook beautiful gardens. | Ngorongoro Conservation Area | Superior First-Class | |
| 7 | Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge | Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge is located in the central Serengeti and features a modern decor with fresh and bright atmosphere. Elegant tents built on raised wood platforms feature en-suite facilities, an outdoor shower, and a private terrace with sweeping views. | Serengeti National Park | Superior First-Class |
