Compare Safari in Kenya and Zanzibar Tour by Discovery Nomads vs East Africa Private Safari by Globus
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| Duration | 7 days | 11 days |
| Price From | $ 2,837 | $ 7,209 |
| Price Per Day | $ 405 | $ 655 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Group tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | No |
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From the bustling capital of Kenya - Nairobi to an exciting safari, enjoy the beauty of the Serengeti, explore Ngorongoro Crater, visit the local spice plantations in the savanna and relax on the best beaches of Zanzibar |
Leave the rat race and monkey business of everyday life at home and revel in your independent spirit on this Independence by Globus 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 Independence by Globus tour of Africa takes you to where the wild things are – while giving you the freedom to unplug and recharge in luxury. |
Day 1: Nairobi, Kenya
Arrive at any time. No special activities planned for today and you will have free time exploring the capital of Kenya.
Day 2: Arusha/Manyara
You will pass through the savanna and semi-arid lands of Masai people in Tanzania to Arusha town. Your safari continues at Lake Manyara, where you will see hundreds of flamingos and other animals of African wild fauna.
Day 3: Arusha/Ngorongoro
After breakfast you will travel to the crater of Ngorongoro, amazing natural monument under the protection of UNESCO. Here, an incredible number of animals and birds, you can easily meet the lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos and flamingos. You will climb to the top of the crater, where you spend the night among the beautiful scenery in the atmospheric lodges near the crater itself.
Day 4-5: Serengeti
You go down from the top of Ngorongoro and visit one of the largest and richest parks of Africa - Serengeti. These days you will spend in a maximum immersion into the wild chasing the Big Five. Overnight stay in a lodge in the park.
Day 6: Arusha
After a morning safari, you will return to Arusha where can enjoy dinner and relax after a busy days. Transfer to Nairobi and flight to Zanzibar in noon/evening.
Day 7-10: Zanzibar
Enjoy warm azure sea, white beaches and fresh seafood.
Day 1: ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA
Welcome to Kenya! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.
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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.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
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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 lion, leopard, and hyena. You’ll have ample opportunity to spot these predators and many other animals on morning and afternoon game drives with your expert Driver/Guide.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
Today’s I-Time Tips Between game drives, relax by the pool or take a safari siesta!
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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.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
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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.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)Today’s I-Time Tips Between game drives, dive into a good book on your private patio or take a dip in the pool.
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Day 6: AMBOSELI AREA–ARUSHA, TANZANIA–LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AREA
• This morning, cross the border into Tanzania. • After lunch in Arusha, proceed to the Lake Manyara National Park area.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
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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.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
Today’s I-Time Tips Visit a local primary school to meet the children and learn about the educational system in rural Tanzania.
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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 lion, elephant, flamingo, 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.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
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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.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
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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.
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)Today’s I-Time Tips Between game drives, relax by the pool or take a safari siesta!
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Day 11: SERENGETI–ARUSHA
• One last game drive this morning.• Fly back to Arusha, where a day room has been reserved for your use. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm.
(Breakfast)
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