On 28 May 2016 we are departing from Nairobi to start an intensive and exciting trip that will take us through two East African countries in 15 days!
You are very welcome to join, as at this moment we still have place to accommodate 4 travelers. If you are traveling alone, as a couple or with friends, just let us know and we will make a plan together. Also if you would like to join just on some days, please contact us to discuss possibilities.
The itinerary is planned as follows at the moment:
Day 1: 28 May, Saturday – we are departing from Nairobi to drive to Naivasha.
Day 2: 29 May, Sunday – a scenic drive through the heart of Kenya will take us to Thomson Falls.
Day 3: 30 May, Monday – from Thomson Falls we will follow the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru.
Day 4: 31 May, Tuesday – we drive from Lake Nakuru to Kericho, the place of beautiful tea plantations.
Day 5: 1 June, Wednesday – our destination today will be Maasai Mara National Park.
Day 6: 2 June, Thursday – full day in Maasai Mara
Day 7: 3 June, Friday – from Maasai Mara crossing the border with Tanzania to reach Musoma on the shores of Lake Victoria
Day 8: 4 June, Saturday – full day in Musoma
Day 9: 5 June, Sunday – this afternoon Serengeti National Park will welcome us.
Day 10: 6 June, Monday – starting with sunrise at our camp in Serengeti and driving to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with an excursion to Olduvai Gorge and Site Museum.
Day 11: 7 June, Tuesday – from our camp in Ngorongoro we will do an excursion to Empakaai Crater and then arrive to the lodge in Karatu.
Day 12: 8 June, Wednesday – today the Tanzanian village of Mto Wa Mbu will be our destination.
Day 13: 9 June, Thursday – we will drive from Mto Wa Mbu to Arusha
Day 14: 10 June, Friday – the day of exploring the area around Arusha
Day 15: 11 June, Saturday – we are back to Kenya as we drive from Arusha to Nairobi.
This itinerary will take us to some most beautiful places on the planet. Sometimes we will have long driving days. Sometimes quieter days with only a short drive. You will definitely need to pack some curiosity, flexibility, open mind and sense of adventure with you!
Contact us by email on empakaai.cultural.safari@gmail.com or on Instagram empakaai_cultural_safari to discuss your preferences and ask any questions.