Day 1 Depart USA
Depart the USA on your overnight flight to London. (Note: Depending on flight schedules, passengers west of the Mississippi may have to depart one day earlier.)
Day 2 Arrive Nairobi
Arrive in London early this morning and connect to the Nairobi-bound flight, arriving later this evening. You will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 3 Nairobi-Gibbs Farm | Meals: BLD
After breakfast, your drive takes you south to the Tanzania border and into Arusha. After lunch, continue by road to the scenic Ngorongoro highlands and Gibbs Farm. Charming ensuite cottages are surrounded by a traditional English garden, with stunning views of the Ngorongoro Conservation area. For the next 2 nights you will feel as if you are staying with close friends. You'll have an opportunity to learn about growing coffee and see the farm first hand.
Day 4 Gibbs Farm | Meals: BLD
There are lots of activities to choose from today. You might like to take a walk to the waterfalls and visit the "elephant caves". The more adventurous could opt for a mountain bike trip. To relax, perhaps an African spa day?
Day 5 Lake Eyasi-Ngorongoro Crater | Meals: BLD
Soak up the views this morning. Your drive takes you back into the central part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and one of the most dramatic sites on earth - the rim of Ngorongoro Crater. Two and a half million years ago, Ngorongoro was an active volcano. Over time, molten lava solidified and formed a crust over the top of the volcano. When the lava flow subsided, the crust collapsed and formed the world's largest perfect caldera. Today it is home to a breathtaking array of wildlife and habitats.
Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater's entire rim, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge stands well over half a kilometer above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.
Themed around traditionally circular African houses with conical roofs, and decorated with examples of Africa's rich tapestry of artistic traditions by way of rich woodcarvings and sculptures, the lodge harmonizes perfectly with its dramatic surroundings. But the drama does not just stop with the great outdoors: it also flows through the split level interiors of the main building which all offer an unsurpassed generosity of space while somehow managing to combine an almost magically welcoming ambiance of both warmth and coziness.
Rooms
Brightly colored flowers of many species of shrubs border the paved pathways which lead away from both sides of the swimming pool to our guest rooms which are built to the same design.
When you step through your door, you will probably hold your breath while you stare over the two queen size beds, and through the window walling of the lower level, enclosed solarium at the view of the crater beyond.
And the luxury doesn't stop there. Because of its altitude the lodge can be chilly at night so each room has central heating; hot water bottles are placed in every bed during our evening turndown service; and our luxuriously appointed bathrooms have extremely spacious showers under which you can reminisce about the wonders of this awesome, almost magically mystical place called Ngorongoro.
All rooms are equipped with amenities to ensure maximum comfort during your stay with us. Among these are our wake up calls and complimentary coffee and tea, all of which will help to kick start an early morning game drive.
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Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater | Meals: BLD
This morning, descend some 2,000 feet to the crater's floor for a spectacular half day of game viewing. Supporting more than 25,000 mammals, the crater is home to a wide variety of both herbivores and carnivores. Zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and eland are abundant. With such a rich food supply, carnivores like lion, hyenas and leopard are also at home in the crater. Watch for the kori bustard (the world's largest flying bird) to see if you can spot its elaborate territorial display during breeding season.
Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater's entire rim, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge stands well over half a kilometer above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.
Themed around traditionally circular African houses with conical roofs, and decorated with examples of Africa's rich tapestry of artistic traditions by way of rich woodcarvings and sculptures, the lodge harmonizes perfectly with its dramatic surroundings. But the drama does not just stop with the great outdoors: it also flows through the split level interiors of the main building which all offer an unsurpassed generosity of space while somehow managing to combine an almost magically welcoming ambiance of both warmth and coziness.
Rooms
Brightly colored flowers of many species of shrubs border the paved pathways which lead away from both sides of the swimming pool to our guest rooms which are built to the same design.
When you step through your door, you will probably hold your breath while you stare over the two queen size beds, and through the window walling of the lower level, enclosed solarium at the view of the crater beyond.
And the luxury doesn't stop there. Because of its altitude the lodge can be chilly at night so each room has central heating; hot water bottles are placed in every bed during our evening turndown service; and our luxuriously appointed bathrooms have extremely spacious showers under which you can reminisce about the wonders of this awesome, almost magically mystical place called Ngorongoro.
All rooms are equipped with amenities to ensure maximum comfort during your stay with us. Among these are our wake up calls and complimentary coffee and tea, all of which will help to kick start an early morning game drive.
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Day 7 Ngorongoro-Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Leave Ngorongoro to and game drive across the plains into Tanzania's most famous park - the Serengeti - and your private mobile tented camp.
Day 8 Serengeti | Meals: BLD
The name Serengeti is derived from the Maasai word "siringet", which means endless plains. Appropriately named, every year the Serengeti plays host to one of the most impressive migration's of herbivores found in the world. Game-viewing is exciting year-round, as the Serengeti supports a large population of the Big Cats. Be sure to watch the kopjes (small granite hills) closely as lions love to retreat to a kopje to rest after a kill and they are also perfect lookout posts for cheetahs.
Day 9 Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Continue game viewing as you spend another full day in the Serengeti.
Day 10 Serengeti-Depart | Meals: BLD
A morning light aircraft flight takes you to Arusha where you stop for lunch before continuing by road to Nairobi. Day rooms are available for freshening up before a farewell dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant. Depart on the overnight flight to London.
Day 11 Arrive USA | Meals: BD
Arrive in London early this morning and connect to your homeward-bound flight.
Depart the USA on your overnight flight to London. (Note: Depending on flight schedules, passengers west of the Mississippi may have to depart one day earlier.)
Day 2 Arrive Nairobi
Arrive in London early this morning and connect to the Nairobi-bound flight, arriving later this evening. You will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Nairobi Safari Park
Day 3 Nairobi-Gibbs Farm | Meals: BLD
After breakfast, your drive takes you south to the Tanzania border and into Arusha. After lunch, continue by road to the scenic Ngorongoro highlands and Gibbs Farm. Charming ensuite cottages are surrounded by a traditional English garden, with stunning views of the Ngorongoro Conservation area. For the next 2 nights you will feel as if you are staying with close friends. You'll have an opportunity to learn about growing coffee and see the farm first hand.
Gibbs Farm
Day 4 Gibbs Farm | Meals: BLD
There are lots of activities to choose from today. You might like to take a walk to the waterfalls and visit the "elephant caves". The more adventurous could opt for a mountain bike trip. To relax, perhaps an African spa day?
Gibbs Farm
Day 5 Lake Eyasi-Ngorongoro Crater | Meals: BLD
Soak up the views this morning. Your drive takes you back into the central part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and one of the most dramatic sites on earth - the rim of Ngorongoro Crater. Two and a half million years ago, Ngorongoro was an active volcano. Over time, molten lava solidified and formed a crust over the top of the volcano. When the lava flow subsided, the crust collapsed and formed the world's largest perfect caldera. Today it is home to a breathtaking array of wildlife and habitats.
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater's entire rim, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge stands well over half a kilometer above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.
Themed around traditionally circular African houses with conical roofs, and decorated with examples of Africa's rich tapestry of artistic traditions by way of rich woodcarvings and sculptures, the lodge harmonizes perfectly with its dramatic surroundings. But the drama does not just stop with the great outdoors: it also flows through the split level interiors of the main building which all offer an unsurpassed generosity of space while somehow managing to combine an almost magically welcoming ambiance of both warmth and coziness.
Rooms
Brightly colored flowers of many species of shrubs border the paved pathways which lead away from both sides of the swimming pool to our guest rooms which are built to the same design.
When you step through your door, you will probably hold your breath while you stare over the two queen size beds, and through the window walling of the lower level, enclosed solarium at the view of the crater beyond.
And the luxury doesn't stop there. Because of its altitude the lodge can be chilly at night so each room has central heating; hot water bottles are placed in every bed during our evening turndown service; and our luxuriously appointed bathrooms have extremely spacious showers under which you can reminisce about the wonders of this awesome, almost magically mystical place called Ngorongoro.
All rooms are equipped with amenities to ensure maximum comfort during your stay with us. Among these are our wake up calls and complimentary coffee and tea, all of which will help to kick start an early morning game drive.
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Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater | Meals: BLD
This morning, descend some 2,000 feet to the crater's floor for a spectacular half day of game viewing. Supporting more than 25,000 mammals, the crater is home to a wide variety of both herbivores and carnivores. Zebra, wildebeest, buffalo and eland are abundant. With such a rich food supply, carnivores like lion, hyenas and leopard are also at home in the crater. Watch for the kori bustard (the world's largest flying bird) to see if you can spot its elaborate territorial display during breeding season.
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater's entire rim, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge stands well over half a kilometer above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.
Themed around traditionally circular African houses with conical roofs, and decorated with examples of Africa's rich tapestry of artistic traditions by way of rich woodcarvings and sculptures, the lodge harmonizes perfectly with its dramatic surroundings. But the drama does not just stop with the great outdoors: it also flows through the split level interiors of the main building which all offer an unsurpassed generosity of space while somehow managing to combine an almost magically welcoming ambiance of both warmth and coziness.
Rooms
Brightly colored flowers of many species of shrubs border the paved pathways which lead away from both sides of the swimming pool to our guest rooms which are built to the same design.
When you step through your door, you will probably hold your breath while you stare over the two queen size beds, and through the window walling of the lower level, enclosed solarium at the view of the crater beyond.
And the luxury doesn't stop there. Because of its altitude the lodge can be chilly at night so each room has central heating; hot water bottles are placed in every bed during our evening turndown service; and our luxuriously appointed bathrooms have extremely spacious showers under which you can reminisce about the wonders of this awesome, almost magically mystical place called Ngorongoro.
All rooms are equipped with amenities to ensure maximum comfort during your stay with us. Among these are our wake up calls and complimentary coffee and tea, all of which will help to kick start an early morning game drive.
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Day 7 Ngorongoro-Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Leave Ngorongoro to and game drive across the plains into Tanzania's most famous park - the Serengeti - and your private mobile tented camp.
Private Tented Camp
Day 8 Serengeti | Meals: BLD
The name Serengeti is derived from the Maasai word "siringet", which means endless plains. Appropriately named, every year the Serengeti plays host to one of the most impressive migration's of herbivores found in the world. Game-viewing is exciting year-round, as the Serengeti supports a large population of the Big Cats. Be sure to watch the kopjes (small granite hills) closely as lions love to retreat to a kopje to rest after a kill and they are also perfect lookout posts for cheetahs.
Private Tented Camp
Day 9 Serengeti | Meals: BLD
Continue game viewing as you spend another full day in the Serengeti.
Private Tented Camp
Day 10 Serengeti-Depart | Meals: BLD
A morning light aircraft flight takes you to Arusha where you stop for lunch before continuing by road to Nairobi. Day rooms are available for freshening up before a farewell dinner at the Carnivore Restaurant. Depart on the overnight flight to London.
Panari Hotel (Day Room)
Day 11 Arrive USA | Meals: BD
Arrive in London early this morning and connect to your homeward-bound flight.
