Walk on the Wild Side Tantalizing Safari – Kenya & Tanzania

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and after clearing with Immigration and Customs formalities, proceed to the international arrivals are where you will be met by Berleen safaris representative and transferred to Hemingways Nairobi.

Hemingways Nairobi is a luxury boutique hotel located in the quiet and exclusive suburb of Karen. The elegant architecture fits discreetly into the rolling landscape, optimising the views over the forested valley and the famous Ngong Hills. The hotel’s main area houses the restaurants and opens onto large, airy terraces on both the ground and first floors, with sweeping, un-interrupted views towards the Hills. All of the 45 suites, two of which are penthouse style Presidential Suites, includes a valet service. There is a wellness centre on site, along with a pool, gym and spa.
Dinner will be on own arrangements tonight.

Overnight at Hemingways Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and then transfer to  Wilson Airport for a scheduled flight (10:30/11:10 hrs)  to Masai Mara National Reserve. On arrival at the airstrip, you will be met by a representative of Ol Seki Hemingways Mara and transferred to the camp.  

Located in Naibosho Conservancy, Ol Seki Hemingways Mara is uniquely designed with its tents boasting 270 degree panoramic views of the vast game filled plains.  A large en-suite bathroom and changing area with flush toilet and hot shower allow for total comfort whilst maintaining the Safari atmosphere. Traditional African décor and colonial furnishing in the camp provide the perfect Safari atmosphere

Lunch at the camp. 

There is time to relax after lunch before your afternoon game drive.

Overnight at Ol Seki Hemingways Mara Camp 

(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Spend the next two days game viewing in this wildlife haven.  

Masai Mara is one of Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves.  Acacia dotted plains, tree-lined rivers and woodlands are abundant with wildlife and an array of birdlife.  Game viewing is spectacular year round; you may see a pride of lions stalking their prey, observe a herd of elephant and their fascinating social structure, or see pods of hippo wallowing in the rivers.  The great wildebeest migration is one of nature’s wonders; an estimated two million animals migrate in a year-round pattern through Tanzania and Kenya, following the rain.

During your stay in the Mara, you will also visit a traditional Maasai village to learn more about their ancient culture and traditions, which they still practice today. Meet the elders of the village, the warriors and the women and children who love to entertain with song and dance.

Overnight at Ol Seki Hemingways Mara

 (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Optional  activity

Optional activity you can do in the Mara, at an extra cost, include a Hot Air Balloon Safari which ends with a champagne breakfast served in the middle of the bush.

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip with packed lunch for a scheduled flight (11:15/13:00 hrs) to Nairobi. On arrival at Wilson Airport, you will connect to another flight (13:15/14:10 hrs) to Arusha. Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will clear with Immigration and Customs formalities and thereafter met by our representative and transferred to Arusha Coffee lodge.

Arusha Coffee lodge is located on the outskirts of Arusha town, hidden amongst one of Tanzania’s largest coffee plantations.  The lodge has been designed around the original landowner’s home that dates back to the early 1900’s. Within the main Plantation House there is an ‘a la carte’ restaurant, an intimate bar and a cozy lounge, all of which have inviting open log fires. The lodge also has two boutiques, a swimming pool and a popular garden terrace.

Dinner at the lodge.

Overnight at Arusha Coffee lodge  

(Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch & Dinner)

This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport for a scheduled flight (08:00/12:10 hrs) to Mahale Mountains National Park. On arrival at Mahale airstrip, you will be met by a representative of Greystone Mahale and enjoy a 90 minute trip down the lake in a dhow to Greystoke Mahale Camp. 

Greystoke Mahale is located at Kangwena Beach on the edge of Lake Tanganyika in the Mahale Mountains National Park.  After you land at the airstrip, take a 90 minute trip by dhow, as the only access to Greystoke is via the lake (There are no roads within 60 kms of camp).  The camp has six double bandas which are on the edge of the forest, looking out over the lake with the mountains right behind. All rooms are open-fronted, with heavy canvas curtains and look out over the beach. Each one has an en-suite bathroom – accessible by a short boardwalk – with hot and cold running water, strong showers and flush toilets, dressing room and upstairs chill-out deck

Lunch at the camp.

Settle in the camp, swim or loosen up with a short walk in the forest followed by sundowners looking across Lake Tanganyika to Congo beyond.

Afternoon at leisure to take a dhow cruise down the lake, fishing , a short forest hike, or just relax on the beach or in the mess.

Overnight at Greystoke Mahale Camp

(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Spend two days in Mahale with activities.

The forest is home to chimps and many other animals, including bushbucks, bush pigs and an incredible array of birds and butterflies.  It’s also inhabited by nine species of primate.

Chimp trekking happens during every full day that you’ll spend at Greystoke; head off first thing in the morning, in two groups of six, accompanied by guides and trackers.  Once you’ve found the chimps, spend 1 hour with them and watch as they play and groom on the floor around you. Sightings are never guaranteed, some days the chimps are right behind camp and the next day they could be high in the mountains. Guests sometimes have quite a trek to find the chimps, following paths through the forest, which can get steep and the walking can be strenuous. So do bring good footwear, ‘bush coloured’ clothing and longs for trekking in the forest.

A stay at Greystoke may include a gentle hike in the forest up to one of the many waterfalls, before cooling off for a dip in one of the ice-cold rock pools; dinner on the beach under the stars; sundowners on the dhow; kayaking and fishing in the clear waters of the lake.  

Overnight at Greystoke Mahale Camp

(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Breakfast at the camp and transfer to the airstrip for a scheduled flight (10:15/15:40 hrs) to Selous Game Reserve which is one of the most beautiful places in Africa. On arrival at the airstrip you will be met by a representative of Beho Beho and transferred to the camp.

Beho Beho offers a luxurious base to explore one of the largest game reserves in the world. Accommodation is in palm thatched cottages that have been designed like private ‘homes’ with individuality and flair. Beho Beho guides will help plan your days; you may decide to do a morning game walk and then relax before an afternoon game viewing drive in the camps shared vehicles, ending in a sundowner by the river.  After spending your day in the bush, relax at the open sided lounge and dining area, cocktail bar and billiards room or cool off in the swimming pool.

Explore the area on foot, by boat or in open safari vehicles. 

Overnight at Beho Beho

(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Spend the next two days exploring the vast Selous Game Reserve.  Enjoy game drives in open sided vehicles ending with sundowners or join experienced armed guides on walking safaris in this beautiful remote area.

Overnight at Beho Beho 

(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Breakfast at the camp and later transfer to the airstrip for a scheduled flight (13.15/13.50 hrs) to Dar Es Salaam Airport. On arrival, connect to your international departure flight.

Berleen Safaris look forward to hosting you!!!