Leave the ordinary at home and get ready for the extraordinary! An African safari is truly a once-in-a-lifetime vacation and Monograms is here to ensure that the only wild part of your vacation is an encounter with the endangered species. We arrange your choice of accommodations, transportation between destinations, game drives, and most meals for you. You will have a professional Driver/Guide throughout your safari to help you spot game and to teach you all about Africa’s wildlife. And for your convenience, the custom 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles we use feature a pop-up roof to help make your experience as up-close and personal as it can be! Your 11-day private safari begins in Nairobi. We can pick you up at the airport and help you manage the hassle of getting to your hotel. The next day, after an included breakfast, grab your gear and head off on your safari! Throughout the next ten days, you will visit some of the world’s most famous game areas. Highlights include Maasai Mara National Reserve and Serengeti National Park, part of the Serengeti ecosystem, home to the annual wildebeest migration. We’ve arranged for you to have three game drives in the “Mara” and three in the Serengeti where you’ll have the chance to see the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, elephant, and rhino. Be on the lookout for an abundance of other animals, including cheetah, giraffe, gazelle, elephant, hyena, and more. You’ll also explore several other areas including Amboseli National Park, for stunning views of the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro; Lake Manyara National Park, where the diverse terrain attracts everything from elephants and giraffes, to Cape buffalo and the world’s largest concentration of baboon; and Ngorongoro Crater, which is unique in that it serves as a year-round home for many animals, including lion, hippo, and the rare black rhino. On the last day of your stay, we have reserved a day room for you to relax and reflect on this unforgettable vacation! From the game drives in a private vehicle we’ve included, the accommodations we’ve booked, and the professional Driver/Guide we’ve arranged, the only thing that is left for you to do is click away on that camera of yours! We guarantee you’ll leave Africa with photos and stories to last a lifetime. So if you want to plan a safari, do it the right way and don’t plan it at all – let Monograms plan it for you.
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Transportation:
Between destinations and for all game drives: private 4-wheeldrive vehicle carries up to six people, and features a pop-up roof for easy game viewing/photography; private transfers to/from airport/airstrip for all intra-vacation flights; intra-vacation flights and taxes.
Breakfast daily; 9 lunches; 9 dinners
Day 1
Welcome to Africa! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 2
Today, fly to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. After lunch, embark on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 3
Today, your Driver/Guide takes you on morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara,” as it is called by the locals. Part of the Serengeti ecosystem, it 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 great food source for predators such as lion, leopard, and hyena. Between game drives, relax at your safari lodge or tented camp
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 4
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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 5
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. During the heat of the day, relax at your lodge or camp
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 6
This morning, cross the border into Tanzania. After lunch in Arusha, proceed to the Lake Manyara National Park area
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 7
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. Then, drive to beautiful Gibb’s Farm for a lunch featuring sumptuous farm-to-table cuisine. Afterward, continue to Ngorongoro Conservation area for the night
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 8
Today, enjoy a full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. The crater is technically 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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 9
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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 10
The Serengeti covers an area of roughly 5,700 square miles, so it is no surprise that the name comes from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 11
Fly back to Arusha and transfer to the Mount Meru Hotel, where a day room has been reserved for your use. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm
BreakfastDay 12
ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA
Day 13
NAIROBI–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE AREA
Day 14
MAASAI MARA AREA
Day 15
MAASAI MARA AREA–NAIROBI–AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK AREA
Day 16
AMBOSELI AREA
Day 17
AMBOSELI AREA–ARUSHA, TANZANIA–LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AREA
Day 18
LAKE MANYARA AREA–NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Day 19
NGORONGORO AREA
Day 20
NGORONGORO AREA–SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Day 21
SERENGETI
Day 22
SERENGETI–ARUSHA
Day 23
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Day 25
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Day 27
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Day 31
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Day 32
Breakfast
Day 33 ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA.
Welcome to Africa! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 34 NAIROBI–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE AREA.
Today, fly to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. After lunch, embark on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 35 MAASAI MARA AREA.
Today, your Driver/Guide takes you on morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara,” as it is called by the locals. Part of the Serengeti ecosystem, it 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 great food source for predators such as lion, leopard, and hyena. Between game drives, relax at your safari lodge or tented camp
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 36 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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 37 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. During the heat of the day, relax at your lodge or camp
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 38 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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 39 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. Then, drive to beautiful Gibb’s Farm for a lunch featuring sumptuous farm-to-table cuisine. Afterward, continue to Ngorongoro Conservation area for the night
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 40 NGORONGORO AREA.
Today, enjoy a full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. The crater is technically 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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 41 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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 42 SERENGETI.
The Serengeti covers an area of roughly 5,700 square miles, so it is no surprise that the name comes from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “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
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 43 SERENGETI–ARUSHA.
Fly back to Arusha and transfer to the Mount Meru Hotel, where a day room has been reserved for your use. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm.
Eka Hotel Nairobi
Moderate First-Class
Along Mombasa Road Nairobi Kenya
Ideally located along Mombasa Road, this stylish hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi hot spots, two restaurants, two bars, laundry and concierge services, a gym, and an outdoor swimming pool set in lush gardens.
Nairobi Serena Hotel
Superior First-Class
Kenyatta Ave. Nairobi Kenya
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.
Mara Sopa Lodge
First-Class
C14, Keekorok, Oloolaimutia Valley Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya
Set in expansive wooded gardens, the lodge has an ethnic design that incorporates traditional round buildings with thatched roofs and cottage-style guestrooms featuring verandas and ensuite bathrooms.
Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
Deluxe
Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya
Sand River in the Maasai Mara replicates the heyday of exclusive permanent tented camps of the late 1920's. The carefully crafted interior designs mirror this period perfectly and are reminiscent of countless Hollywood movies that paid homage to the classic era of African adventure. The camp features just 16 tented accommodations, a sparkling pool, comfortable lounge, library, and wine cellar. Service standards are exceptional and the location was carefully chosen for optimal an optimal game viewing experience.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Sarova Mara Camp
First-Class
Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya
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.
Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
First-Class
Amboseli National Park Amboseli National Park Area Kenya
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 Sopa Lodge
Moderate First-Class
Amboseli National Park Area Kenya
Nestled in 190 acres of wooded Maasai land, the lodge sits on the foothills of Africa's highest mountain, Mt Kilimanjaro. Mature wooded gardens with a variety of trees and plants, from thorn trees and acacias, to fragrant frangipanis, colorful bougainvillea and giant cactus plants thrive in these surroundings.
Electricity is provided during limited hours: 4:30 am to 9 am, 1 pm to 2 pm & 6 pm to midnight. 24-hour power may be requested for breathing machines.
Tortilis Camp
Superior First-Class
Limbireshaei Hill Amboseli National Park Area Kenya
Tortilis Camp was the first eco-friendly camp in Kenya. With just 16 tents on a hillside the camp was built using local materials, small generators and invertors, and most importantly of all -- employing the majority of its staff from the local Maasai community, the first and still the only camp in Amboseli to do so. The camp takes advantage of the truly spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, the best views in Amboseli. After a day on safari grab a drink from the bar or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Meals are served at individual tables and feature fresh vegetables grown in the camps own garden.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
First-Class
Lake Manyara National Park Area Lake Manyara National Park Area Tanzania
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.
Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp
Superior Tourist-Class
Lake Manyara Lake Manyara National Park Area Tanzania
In the middle of the rolling grasslands of Tanzania, against the dramatic angles of the Rift Valley Escarpment and the overlooking Lake Manyara stands The Lake Manyara Wildlife Camp. Accommodations consist tents and cottages all with private balconies. The restaurant caters to all tastes and an infinity pool offers great views out to the national park.
Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge
First-Class
Lake Manyara National Park Lake Manyara National Park Tanzania
Nested on the rim of the Great Rift Valley with stunning views over Lake Manyara and on a clear day Mount Kilimanjaro. The lodge is the ideal place to explore Lake Manyara National Park and the surrounding area. Surrounded by pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds it is the perfect place to relax after a day of game-viewing.
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Superior Tourist-Class
Ngorongoro Crater Rim Ngorongoro Conservation Area Tanzania
Perched on the rim of the collapsed volcano, the Ngorongoro Crater, a world heritage site, often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world. It has the most magnificent views over the crater floor, which is home to vast herds of buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, the rare and endangered black rhino, elephant, cheetah, leopard, lion and herds of gazelle and wildebeest. Its position on the Eastern rim allows the most spectacular and uninterrupted views of the sunset.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
First-Class
Ngorongoro Crater Rim Ngorongoro Conservation Area Tanzania
Regularly voted one of the best hotels in the world, this unique lodge clings to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and most perfect volcanic crater on Earth. Long and low, the lodge is built from local river stone and camouflaged with indigenous vines. Designed to blend completely into the landscape, it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater 600 meters below. Hugging the contours of the jagged Crater rim, the lodge takes its inspiration from the so-called 'Cradle of Mankind', the prehistoric site of Olduvai Gorge, which lies close by. Linked by arched stone passages and timbered decks, its walls are decorated with stylized prehistoric cave paintings and lit by flaring torches.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Marera Valley Lodge
First-Class
B144 Karatu Tanzania
Located close to Karatu, Marera Valley Lodge offers convenient access to Ngorongoro Crater. The lodge has a cozy setting with lovely landscaped gardens overlooking the beautiful Tanzania countryside. The central part of the lodge features a reception room, lounge, and bar overlooking a large swimming pool.
Serengeti Sopa Lodge
First-Class
Serengeti National Park Tanzania
Nestled in the acacia woodland on the edge of the escarpment overlooking the plains of the south-western Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous parks in the world, and host to the largest and most spectacular annual migration of the wildebeest.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Superior First-Class
Serengeti National Park Tanzania
Centrally located adjacent to the famous Western Corridor and Grumeti River, the lodge has been designed to blend completely into the living landscape. A series of traditional domed 'rondavels' are widely spaced throughout the grounds, which are cooled by groves of acacia trees and watered by sparkling streams. On the very edge of the ridge is a 'vanishing horizon' pool, which looks out over the 'endless plains' after which the Serengeti is named.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Elewana Serengeti Migration Camp
Deluxe
99 Serengeti Rd Northern Serengeti Serengeti National Park Tanzania
Hidden among the rocky outcrops Serengeti Migration Camp boasts 20 spacious luxury tents with rich furnishings. The camp blends seamlessly into the environment and features a split- level lounge, a swimming pool, restaurant, and viewing platforms with views across the Grumeti River and the rugged landscape beyond. But it is the drama and proximity of the wild, which takes the experience of this camp to a higher level.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Mount Meru Hotel
First-Class
Church Road Arusha Tanzania
Situated at the foothills of Mount Meru in the city of Arusha, Tanzania, the Mount Meru Hotel lies on 9 acres of lush landscape, surrounded by some of Africa's most breath-taking vistas, rich with a diverse array of wildlife, etched against the fertile slopes of this beautiful mountain. Bask in the Tanzanian warmth and kindness, renowned all over the world.
Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa
First-Class
Arusha Tanzania
Designed to echo the traditional style of the colonial coffee farm, which originally stood on this site, Arusha Serena Hotel offers a range of tastefully presented cottage-styled rooms set amid extensive landscaped grounds.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Arusha Coffee Lodge
First-Class
P.O.Box 1823 Arusha Tanzania
Arusha Coffee Lodge lies cradled in the endless acres of Tanzania's largest coffee plantation. This exclusive, boutique hotel lodge has been designed around the farms' original plantation homes, radiating the warmth and invitation of the old colonial plantation homes historically distinctive to the coffee plantations. Luxurious accommodation, fine cuisine, and roaring fires beckon to the most seasoned traveler.