African Safari: Kenya and Tanzania July 28 - Aug. 11, 2025
In the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro, embark on 12 lively safaris to seek out the elusive “Big 5” – Africa’s “bucket list” of animals. Spend time at the famous farmhouse from Out of Africa and have giraffes eat directly out of your hand. Connect with locals at a bead factory, where single mothers are employed and trained as jewellery artisans. Get a glimpse into the traditions of native communities when you visit with two tribes at Lake Eyasi. From the picturesque savanna in Kenya to the renowned Serengeti in Tanzania, this is the wild Africa of your dreams.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Monday, July 28, 2025
Travel from Southwestern Ontario to Toronto Pearson Airport for your overnight flight. Relax in the Plaza Premium Lounge prior to departure. You’re on your way to Africa – where sprawling grasslands and cultural traditions intersect into a land like no other!
Day 2: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Nairobi, Kenya
Arrive in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. Serving as the gateway to Africa’s sought-out wildlife, Nairobi is the ideal place to get acclimated to the Kenyan lifestyle. Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi
Day 3: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Nairobi
Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which rehabilitates young or injured elephants. See the gentle giants up close as they are fed and bathed by their caretakers. Head to Karen Blixen’s Out of Africa farmhouse for lunch before stepping outside to visit the sanctuary’s inquisitive Rothschild giraffes. Visit the Kazuri Beads Factory, where mothers are employed and trained as jewellery artisans. In the evening, toast to the start of your African adventure at a savoury welcome dinner. (B, L, D)
Day 4: Thursday, July 31, 2025 Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Make your way to Amboseli National Park, nestled along the border of Tanzania and looking out on the great Mt. Kilimanjaro. After lunch, get a glimpse into Kenyan culture and interact with locals at a Masai village. Settle into your accommodations for the next two nights – a tented camp with the comfort amenities of a proper lodge. Kilima Safari Camp, Amboseli Game Reserve (B, L, D)
Day 5: Friday, August 1, 2025 Amboseli National Park
Embrace your wild side on a full day of game drives in Amboseli National Park. This is your first chance to seek out Africa’s elusive “Big 5” – the safari “bucket list” of animals includes lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and water buffalos. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the open plains, watching for herds of wildebeest and grazing zebras. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Saturday, August 2, 2025 Amboseli National Park - Arusha, Tanzania - Karatu
Enter Tanzania, a country devoted to harmony among its people and animals. Today will be an Impact Moment as you visit Shanga, a local jewellery workshop that trains and employs citizens with disabilities. Your day ends in Karatu, a humble town located on the precipice of untamed nature. Overnight in a charming lodge where colourful gardens meet welcoming hospitality. Martina Retreat, Karatu (B, L, D)
Day 7: Sunday, August 3, 2025 Karatu - Ngorongoro Crater - Karatu
Make the most of more opportunities to spot the local wildlife with a full day of game drives in Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Containing one of the densest mammal populations in the world, this “African Eden” is one of the best places to seek out the “Big 5.” Allow the sheer magnitude of the area to wash over you as you enjoy a picnic lunch in the highlands, taking in the flourishing habitat around you. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Monday, August 4, 2025 Karatu - Serengeti
Your path continues to the renowned Serengeti, a Masai word meaning “endless plains.” Enjoy lunch and venture out on your first Serengeti adventure on an afternoon game drive, returning to camp at dusk. Relax in your exclusive safari abode, your home for the next three nights. The camp includes all of the amenities of a lodge but allows you to remain immersed in nature. Tamba Tented Camp, Serengeti National Parks (B, L, D)
Day 9: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 Serengeti
Say good morning to the Serengeti! Take to the grasslands on an early morning game drive, then return to camp for breakfast before enjoying a full day of animal-seeking safari adventures and a picturesque picnic lunch. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 Serengeti
Lions. Gazelles. Cheetahs. Hippos. There’s no telling what you might spot on your morning and afternoon game drives. Under the careful guidance of an expert, discover the savanna’s wild residents and get a glimpse into the untamed animal kingdom. (B, L, D)
Day 11: Thursday, August 7, 2025 Serengeti - Lake Eyasi
You’re on your way to Lake Eyasi, an unexpected splash of blue amidst the plains and mountains. Pause for a picnic lunch along the way, providing more chances to view the local wildlife. Meander around the salt lake, perhaps passing a wading pat of flamingoes or some lively hippos cooling off in the water. Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge, Lake Eyasi (B, L, D)
Day 12: Friday, August 8, 2025 Lake Eyasi
See how native communities live in harmony with the environment. Start your morning with the Hadzabe tribe, hunter gatherers that strive to leave no lasting impact on their surroundings. After lunch back at your lodge, continue with a visit to the Datoga tribe – another community based at Lake Eyasi – and see how their vast farms contribute to day-to-day life. (B, L, D)
Day 13: Saturday, August 9, 2025 Lake Eyasi - Tarangire National Park
Decide how you spend the morning because it’s your choice! Learn from a local fruit vendor in Mto Wa Mbu village about their trade -OR- spend time with a local craftsman who will show you current projects at African Galleria. Then, head to Tarangire, the forested national park known for its giant baobab trees and elephant migration. After lunch, embark on a thrilling game drive. Don’t be surprised if you see a pride of lions lounging in the shade, a herd of buffalos wading into the water, or a parade of elephants passing by. Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire (B, L, D)
Day 14: Sunday, August 10, 2025 Tarangire National Park
Enjoy a full day of game drives, venturing out in the morning and afternoon on your quest for animal sightings with a break for a picnic lunch in between. Make sure you look to the skies because Tarangire is an aviary paradise, home to more than 500 bird species. Keep your eyes peeled for various starlings, weavers, and guinea fowl. Wish Africa goodbye at a farewell dinner with your fellow travellers. (B, L, D)
Day 15: Monday, August 11, 2025 Tarangire National Park - Arusha - Tour Ends
Return to Arusha on the final day of your African adventure. Settle into a dayroom* to relax before lunch. Depart with memories of the endless plains and unparalleled wildlife. Flight details are not currently available but are included in the price. After arrival at Toronto Pearson Airport, you will be shuttled back to Southwestern Ontario. (B,L)
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
INCLUSIONS:
| Stonetown Travel Host throughout trip | Collette Tour Manager |
| Expert drivers and guides in 6 passenger safari vehicle | Itinerary as shown above |
Not Included:
Travel Insurance - Collette offers a Land and Air Travel Protection $749 per person. Please ask for details.
Gratuities
Items of a personal nature
Meals and beverages not included in the itinerary
PRICE: $11,729 per person, double occupancy, air included; $12,799 per person single occupancy, air included
* Air price subject to change until paid in full * Visas required for Kenya and Tanzania *Maximum group size 18
Deposit: $698 per person Final payment due April 25, 2025
