Day 1 ARRIVE ARUSHA
Our representative will greet you on arrival in Arusha today and transfer you to your hotel for the night.
Lying on the gentling rolling foothills that cascade down from the ever-present Mount Meru is the bustling and vibrant town of Arusha. It is here on the outskirts of this town, hidden amongst one of Tanzania's largest coffee plantations, that you will find Arusha Coffee Lodge, a perfect haven for relaxation either before or after any African safari.
Comprising of 30 Plantation Houses - inclusive of 12 Plantation Suites - that radiate out into the evergreen coffee fields, Arusha Coffee Lodge has been designed around the original landowner's home that dates back to the early 1900's.
The theme of coffee is never far away at Arusha Coffee Lodge, and this is never more evident than in the Plantation Suites where the theme coffee bean permeates even the interior designs of both the main bedroom as well as the beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom.
The homely feel of the Lodge is by no means accidental as the origins of the homestead continue to emit glimpses of times-gone-by. The friendly and personable staff help create an ambiance that continues to draw appreciation from all those who visit and stay.
Within the main Plantation House reside an 'a la carte' restaurant, an intimate bar and a cozy lounge, all of which possess inviting open log fires that will fill the cool night air with a comforting warmth and a welcoming glow.
With two boutiques, an enclosed and intimate swimming pool and a popular garden terrace, Arusha Coffee Lodge encourages exploration and discovery at every turn.
From the industrious coffee pickers gathering in the harvest to the aromas of the morning brew emanating from the main Plantation House as breakfast is being prepared, Arusha Coffee Lodge is full of sensory experiences that revitalizes the body and soul for the adventures and excitement that lie ahead.
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Day 2 ARUSHA-NGORONGORO | Meals: BLD
Meet your private driver this morning as you leave Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Your game viewing in Lake Manyara should reveal a wide array of the more than 400 recorded species of birds found here. Watch for the red billed quelea, sacred ibis Egyptian geese and white pelican. Be sure to watch the trees for the elusive tree-climbing lion. After a picnic lunch, continue to Karatu and your lodge with stunning vistas of the surrounding craters.
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 3 NGORONGORO | Meals: BLD
Spend the day exploring the floor of the crater. The world's largest collapsed volcanic crater, complete with seven different eco-systems, plays host to some of the largest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. You'll see parts of the migration during the summer months, along with resident game upwards of 30,000 large animals. The day will surely reveal surprises like the flamingoes on the lakeshore and hippos wallowing in the water along with rhino grazing on the plains.
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 4 NGORONGORO-SERENGETI | Meals: BLD
Leave the Ngorongoro Conservation area this morning and drive into Tanzania's most famous national parks, the Serengeti. Renowned for the annual great migration of more than 2 million wildebeest and zebra, the Serengeti offers incredible game viewing year-round. Watch the kopjes of the Serengeti, a favorite for cheetahs to scan the horizon.
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 5 SERENGETI | Meals: BLD
Be ready for an exhilirating day in the Serengeti, as your morning and afternoon game drives take you across the plains in search of the Big Cats and more. Your driver's keen eyesight will spot the lion snoozing under the tree or the African fish eagle soaring in the sky. Every day in the African bush is a new adventure.
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 6 SERENGETI-MASAI MARA | Meals: BLD
A combination of light aircraft and road transfers takes you from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara and Mara Engai tented Camp. Set in the Mara Triangle, your camp is in one of the richest game viewing areas in the Masai Mara - as well as an ideal spot for migration watching.
The distinctly unique Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge is nestled among pristine Kenyan Ravine forest on the Oloololo (Siria) Escarpment, overlooking the amazing Masai Mara National Reserve and Wildebeest Migration Route in the area known as the Mara Triangle. With around 120km of unbroken views across the vast savannah of the Masai Mara - it is simply breathtaking.
The Mara Triangle is the North-Western part of the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, and is managed by the not-for-profit organisation The Mara Conservancy on behalf of Trans-Mara County Council (Trans Mara District).
Divided from the rest of the Masai Mara National Reserve by the Mara River, the Mara Triangle is less visited and less crowded, often with many more game animals grazing on the plains and between the volcanic hills that distinguish this corner of the Mara.
Our unique, specially adapted 6x6 Pinzgauer vehicles for game viewing will lead you via our private road directly from the Lodge to the gated Mara Triangle.
Each spacious elevated tent is ensuite with waterfall showers and private verandahs with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The chef and his team will enchant you with stunning dishes influenced by a worldwide palate and complemented by fresh vegetables grown in the camp's organic garden.
Game drives are conducted in the camps unique 4WD Pinzgauer vehicles which raise you high up and offer a really unique concept in game viewing.
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Day 7 & 8 MASAI MARA | Meals: BLD
Kenya's most famous park comes alive on your morning and afternoon game drives. If you haven't already, you should be able to check the Big Five off your game viewing list. Bird lovers will also thrill to the wide variety of birds found in the Mara. (Depending on the time of year, you will spend three nights in the Serengeti or in the Masai Mara.)
The distinctly unique Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge is nestled among pristine Kenyan Ravine forest on the Oloololo (Siria) Escarpment, overlooking the amazing Masai Mara National Reserve and Wildebeest Migration Route in the area known as the Mara Triangle. With around 120km of unbroken views across the vast savannah of the Masai Mara - it is simply breathtaking.
The Mara Triangle is the North-Western part of the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, and is managed by the not-for-profit organisation The Mara Conservancy on behalf of Trans-Mara County Council (Trans Mara District).
Divided from the rest of the Masai Mara National Reserve by the Mara River, the Mara Triangle is less visited and less crowded, often with many more game animals grazing on the plains and between the volcanic hills that distinguish this corner of the Mara.
Our unique, specially adapted 6x6 Pinzgauer vehicles for game viewing will lead you via our private road directly from the Lodge to the gated Mara Triangle.
Each spacious elevated tent is ensuite with waterfall showers and private verandahs with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The chef and his team will enchant you with stunning dishes influenced by a worldwide palate and complemented by fresh vegetables grown in the camp's organic garden.
Game drives are conducted in the camps unique 4WD Pinzgauer vehicles which raise you high up and offer a really unique concept in game viewing.
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Day 9 NAIROBI-DEPART | Meals: B
Bid farewell to the plains of the Masai Mara as your light aircraft flight takes you to Nairobi, where a day room is reserved for freshing up before your late evening departure.
Our representative will greet you on arrival in Arusha today and transfer you to your hotel for the night.
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Lying on the gentling rolling foothills that cascade down from the ever-present Mount Meru is the bustling and vibrant town of Arusha. It is here on the outskirts of this town, hidden amongst one of Tanzania's largest coffee plantations, that you will find Arusha Coffee Lodge, a perfect haven for relaxation either before or after any African safari.
Comprising of 30 Plantation Houses - inclusive of 12 Plantation Suites - that radiate out into the evergreen coffee fields, Arusha Coffee Lodge has been designed around the original landowner's home that dates back to the early 1900's.
The theme of coffee is never far away at Arusha Coffee Lodge, and this is never more evident than in the Plantation Suites where the theme coffee bean permeates even the interior designs of both the main bedroom as well as the beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom.
The homely feel of the Lodge is by no means accidental as the origins of the homestead continue to emit glimpses of times-gone-by. The friendly and personable staff help create an ambiance that continues to draw appreciation from all those who visit and stay.
Within the main Plantation House reside an 'a la carte' restaurant, an intimate bar and a cozy lounge, all of which possess inviting open log fires that will fill the cool night air with a comforting warmth and a welcoming glow.
With two boutiques, an enclosed and intimate swimming pool and a popular garden terrace, Arusha Coffee Lodge encourages exploration and discovery at every turn.
From the industrious coffee pickers gathering in the harvest to the aromas of the morning brew emanating from the main Plantation House as breakfast is being prepared, Arusha Coffee Lodge is full of sensory experiences that revitalizes the body and soul for the adventures and excitement that lie ahead.
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Day 2 ARUSHA-NGORONGORO | Meals: BLD
Meet your private driver this morning as you leave Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Your game viewing in Lake Manyara should reveal a wide array of the more than 400 recorded species of birds found here. Watch for the red billed quelea, sacred ibis Egyptian geese and white pelican. Be sure to watch the trees for the elusive tree-climbing lion. After a picnic lunch, continue to Karatu and your lodge with stunning vistas of the surrounding craters.
Ngorongoro Oldeani Lodge
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 3 NGORONGORO | Meals: BLD
Spend the day exploring the floor of the crater. The world's largest collapsed volcanic crater, complete with seven different eco-systems, plays host to some of the largest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. You'll see parts of the migration during the summer months, along with resident game upwards of 30,000 large animals. The day will surely reveal surprises like the flamingoes on the lakeshore and hippos wallowing in the water along with rhino grazing on the plains.
Ngorongoro Oldeani Lodge
A 5-star colonial lodge situated on a picturesque hill with spectacular views onto Oldeani Mountain and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The lodge is elevated with 360 degree views that extend all the way to Lake Eyasi and Lake Manyara. The property is set on 40 acres of pristine lush gree gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.
The lodge is accessed over a pond and one's first impression is the grand central hallway with wooden trusses looking out over the fire place, infinity pool and out onto the Mount Oldeani, which is part of the caldera of the word famous Ngorongoro crater, only 12Kms away!
All 50 suites have infinite views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities on would expect in a 5-star hotel lodge.
The spectacular stone main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand central hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiards room, internet cafe and childrens' activity room.
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Day 4 NGORONGORO-SERENGETI | Meals: BLD
Leave the Ngorongoro Conservation area this morning and drive into Tanzania's most famous national parks, the Serengeti. Renowned for the annual great migration of more than 2 million wildebeest and zebra, the Serengeti offers incredible game viewing year-round. Watch the kopjes of the Serengeti, a favorite for cheetahs to scan the horizon.
Ole Serai Luxury Camp
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 5 SERENGETI | Meals: BLD
Be ready for an exhilirating day in the Serengeti, as your morning and afternoon game drives take you across the plains in search of the Big Cats and more. Your driver's keen eyesight will spot the lion snoozing under the tree or the African fish eagle soaring in the sky. Every day in the African bush is a new adventure.
Ole Serai Luxury Camp
The new luxury camp, Ole Serai, is ideally located within Central Seronera area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania around the vicinity of the famous Moru Kopjes and Lake Magadi. The Camp site is perched between the Rongai Hills & Nyaroboro Hills, a few metres away from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera River having an abundant variety of resident wildlife (including all the Big 5) as well as a Hippo Pool located only a few metres away from the camp.
The Rooms and the Guest areas have been specifically designed to offer the Guests an optimum 180-degree view while on their bed or while enjoying their meal or drinks and to bring them as close to nature as possible from the covered verandas. These stunning views embrace the sparsely spaced Acacia Tortillis Trees with the abundance of animals in the vicinity making the experience awe-inspiring.
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Day 6 SERENGETI-MASAI MARA | Meals: BLD
A combination of light aircraft and road transfers takes you from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara and Mara Engai tented Camp. Set in the Mara Triangle, your camp is in one of the richest game viewing areas in the Masai Mara - as well as an ideal spot for migration watching.
Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge
The distinctly unique Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge is nestled among pristine Kenyan Ravine forest on the Oloololo (Siria) Escarpment, overlooking the amazing Masai Mara National Reserve and Wildebeest Migration Route in the area known as the Mara Triangle. With around 120km of unbroken views across the vast savannah of the Masai Mara - it is simply breathtaking.
The Mara Triangle is the North-Western part of the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, and is managed by the not-for-profit organisation The Mara Conservancy on behalf of Trans-Mara County Council (Trans Mara District).
Divided from the rest of the Masai Mara National Reserve by the Mara River, the Mara Triangle is less visited and less crowded, often with many more game animals grazing on the plains and between the volcanic hills that distinguish this corner of the Mara.
Our unique, specially adapted 6x6 Pinzgauer vehicles for game viewing will lead you via our private road directly from the Lodge to the gated Mara Triangle.
Each spacious elevated tent is ensuite with waterfall showers and private verandahs with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The chef and his team will enchant you with stunning dishes influenced by a worldwide palate and complemented by fresh vegetables grown in the camp's organic garden.
Game drives are conducted in the camps unique 4WD Pinzgauer vehicles which raise you high up and offer a really unique concept in game viewing.
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Day 7 & 8 MASAI MARA | Meals: BLD
Kenya's most famous park comes alive on your morning and afternoon game drives. If you haven't already, you should be able to check the Big Five off your game viewing list. Bird lovers will also thrill to the wide variety of birds found in the Mara. (Depending on the time of year, you will spend three nights in the Serengeti or in the Masai Mara.)
Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge
The distinctly unique Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge is nestled among pristine Kenyan Ravine forest on the Oloololo (Siria) Escarpment, overlooking the amazing Masai Mara National Reserve and Wildebeest Migration Route in the area known as the Mara Triangle. With around 120km of unbroken views across the vast savannah of the Masai Mara - it is simply breathtaking.
The Mara Triangle is the North-Western part of the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, and is managed by the not-for-profit organisation The Mara Conservancy on behalf of Trans-Mara County Council (Trans Mara District).
Divided from the rest of the Masai Mara National Reserve by the Mara River, the Mara Triangle is less visited and less crowded, often with many more game animals grazing on the plains and between the volcanic hills that distinguish this corner of the Mara.
Our unique, specially adapted 6x6 Pinzgauer vehicles for game viewing will lead you via our private road directly from the Lodge to the gated Mara Triangle.
Each spacious elevated tent is ensuite with waterfall showers and private verandahs with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The chef and his team will enchant you with stunning dishes influenced by a worldwide palate and complemented by fresh vegetables grown in the camp's organic garden.
Game drives are conducted in the camps unique 4WD Pinzgauer vehicles which raise you high up and offer a really unique concept in game viewing.
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Day 9 NAIROBI-DEPART | Meals: B
Bid farewell to the plains of the Masai Mara as your light aircraft flight takes you to Nairobi, where a day room is reserved for freshing up before your late evening departure.
