17-Days 16 nights Wildebeest, Balloon Tour & Diani Beach Holiday










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17-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari: Wildebeest Migration, Hot Air Balloon Ride & Diani Beach Escape
DAY 1: VICTORIA FALLS – EASY TRANSFER TO THE ZAMBEZI RIVER AND A SUNSET CRUISE.
Arrive in Livingstone (Through Harry Mwanga International Airport).
DAY 2: VICTORIA FALLS – THE RAW BEAUTY OF VICTORIA FALLS.


DAY 3: CONTINUED STAYING IN LIVINGSTONE
Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park Day Safari Itinerary
(Zambia → Botswana → Return to Victoria Falls)
Key Details
Botswana Destination: Chobe National Park (famous for massive elephant herds)
Distance from Avani Victoria Falls (Zambia):
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85km (1.5-hour drive) to Kazungula Border Post
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10-minute ferry crossing into Botswana
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15km (20 mins) to Chobe Riverfront
Total Transfer Time: ~2.5 hours each way
Full-Day Itinerary
5:30 AM – Depart Avani Victoria Falls
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Packed breakfast provided
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Brief stop at Kazungula Border for visa formalities (ensure passport has blank pages)
8:00 AM – Chobe Morning River Cruise (3 hours)
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Animals to Spot:
✓ Hundreds of elephants are swimming across the river
✓ Hippo pods with playful calves
✓ Nile crocodiles sunbathing on sandbanks
✓ African fish eagles diving for prey -
Unique Highlight:
"Elephant Crossing Frenzy" – Watch herds swim trunk-to-tail in lines
11:30 AM – Lunch at Chobe Safari Lodge
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Buffet with local dishes like seswaa (pounded beef)
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Poolside seating with river views
1:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive (4 hours)
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Safari Zone: Serondela Area (riverfront woodlands)
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Big 5 Sightings:
✓ Lion prides resting under sausage trees
✓ Buffalo herds of 500+ animals
✓ Leopards (rare but possible near waterholes) -
Other Wildlife:
✓ Sable antelope (Chobe’s iconic dark-coated beauties)
✓ Puku antelope (found only here and in South Luangwa)
5:00 PM – Return to Victoria Falls
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Sunset drinks at Lookout Café en route
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Drop-off at Avani by 7:30 PM
Why This Itinerary Stands Out
✅ Dual Safari Experience: Water + land perspectives
✅ Guaranteed Elephant Sightings: Chobe has ~50,000 elephants
✅ Border Logistics Handled: Your guide manages all paperwork
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Visa Note: Most nationalities get Botswana visas on arrival ($30)
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Camera Gear: Bring a 200-400mm lens for river crossings
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Best Season: August-October (dry season = best wildlife density)
This action-packed day maximizes wildlife viewing while minimizing travel fatigue – perfect for Victoria Falls visitors craving a Botswana safari taster.




DAY 4: VICTORIA FALLS – DEPARTURE.


DAY 5: NAIROBI – ECLECTIC TREASURES IN THE CITY.
Nairobi City Explorer: A Day of Culture, History & Views
Morning: Iconic Breakfast & Cultural Gems
Afternoon: Skyline Views & Living Culture.
Evening: Dinner.
✔ Photo-worthy moments at every stop—from skyline views to vibrant dance performances.
✔ Handpicked experiences that showcase Nairobi’s unique urban-wildlife blend.
DAY 6: NAIROBI TO MASAI MARA - RIFT VALLEY ADVENTURE & FIRST SAFARI THRILLS
Morning: Rift Valley Spectacle
Midday: Gateway to Adventure
Afternoon: Safari Camp Welcome
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: First Game Drive – Welcome to the Wild
✓ Cheetahs scanning the plains from termite mounds
✓ The Mara’s famous hippo pools are bubbling with activity
Evening: Bush Dinner Under the Stars
Pro Tip for Travelers:


DAY 7: MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE – WILDEBEEST ALONG THE MARA RIVER.


DAY 8: UNFORGETTABLE MASAI MARA ADVENTURE – Balloon Safari, Cultural Immersion & Sunset Wildlife
Mid-Morning: Authentic Maasai Village Visit
✓ Warrior spear-throwing techniques
✓ Women's intricate beadwork crafts
Afternoon: Leisure & Lodge Life
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Golden Hour Game Drive
✓ Lions waking from daytime naps
✓ Leopards drag kills up trees
✓ Cheetah families teaching cubs to hunt
✓ Hippos yawning in golden water
✓ Crocodiles sunning on the sandbank
Evening: Dinner Under the Stars
DAY 9: MASAI MARA - NAIROBI. (BY ROAD 6 HRS DRIVE)
- Full Board meals Plan (including Breakfast & dinner)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
DAY 10: NAIROBI TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK.
Your Tsavo Welcome:
✓ Kenya’s famous "red elephants" – giants dusted in crimson soil
✓ The Big Five – including elusive leopards and massive buffalo herds
✓ Mzima Springs – crystal waters teeming with hippos and crocodiles
Arrival at Saltlick Safari Lodge
Afternoon Adventure:
Evening Unwind:
Pro Tip:
✔ Unforgettable lodging – Wildlife views from your bed
✔ Diverse landscapes – From volcanic fields to oasis-like springs
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
DAY 11: TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK – FULL DAY.
Morning Game Drive – Best Time for Big Cat Sightings
Midday Relaxation – Luxury Lodge Experience
Afternoon Safari – Big Five & Rare Wildlife Encounters
✔ Galana River wildlife – Massive hippo pods & giant Nile crocodiles
✔ Rare species – Fringe-eared oryx, gerenuk, and lesser kudu
✔ 500+ bird species – A birdwatcher's paradise in Kenya
Why Tsavo East?
Bucket-List Safari Moments:


DAY 12: FROM WILDERNESS TO WHITE SANDS – TSAVO EAST TO DIANI BEACH ADVENTURE.
✓ Lions prowling the Yatta Plateau (the world’s longest lava flow)
✓ Secretary birds stomping through grasslands
✓ SGR snack vendors selling fresh bites & drinks
✓ Air-conditioned comfort.
✓ Mombasa Tusks – Snap pics at these iconic aluminum landmarks (perfect Instagram spot!)
✓ Mama Ngina Drive – Sip fresh coconut water while watching dhows sail past
Evening: Diani Beach Paradise Awaits
- First beach moments:
✓ Beachfront massage as the sun dips into the Indian Ocean
✓ Seafood feast under stars (don’t miss the Swahili coconut curry!)
✔ Expert guide for Mombasa tour
✔ Luxury beachfront accommodation
✔ Breakfast, lunch & dinner
What to Pack:
- Lunch & dinner
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
DAY 13: WASINI ISLAND DAY TRIP.
- Lunch (Breakfast & dinner not included)
- Drinks are not included.


DAY 14: IN-HOUSE AND BEACH ACTIVITIES.
DAY 15: BEACH HISTORY & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES.
Morning: Authentic Swahili Village Experience
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Fresh Coconut Workshop
✓ Watch madafu (young coconut) harvesting from palm trees
✓ Learn traditional uses of coconut in Swahili medicine -
Women's Bead Cooperative Visit
✓ Hands-on beadweaving lesson using recycled glass
✓ Supports female empowerment programs -
Ancient Baobab Storytelling
✓ Oral histories from village elders
✓ Basic Swahili language lesson -
Coastal Conservation Activity
✓ Plant native coral trees at the local school
✓ Learn about dune erosion prevention
Midday: Sustainable Seafood Lunch
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Fisherman's Catch Selection
✓ Choose from the morning's sustainable harvest
✓ Learn reef-to-table seafood practices -
Traditional Cooking Demo
✓ Grind spices with a kinu mortar
✓ Make ukwaju (tamarind) chutney -
Oceanfront Dining
✓ Feast in a makuti palm shelter
✓ Fresh sugarcane juice pairing
Afternoon: Conservation Choice
Option 1: Sea Turtle Protection
✓ Walk nesting beaches with researchers
✓ Document nests for the conservation database
Option 2: Coral Jewelry Making
✓ Create from beach-combed fragments
✓ Funds local reef restoration
Evening: Signature Farewell Options
Option 1: Conservation Sunset
✓ Personalized conservation certificate
✓ Traditional dhow sail with taarab music
✓ Light, sustainable bites
Option 2: Cave Restaurant Dinner
✓ 4-course seafood in an ancient coral cave
✓ Conservation-focused fine dining
Pro Tip for SEO:
"Morning village visits avoid crowds - perfect for photography!"


DAY 16: SEAMLESS DIANI TO NAIROBI TRANSFER WITH LUXURY COASTAL FINALE
7:30 AM: Savor a final oceanfront breakfast at your resort - don't miss the fresh passionfruit and coconut pancakes
9:30 AM: Check out with chilled lemongrass towels (a Diani specialty)
10:15 AM: Scenic transfer to Ukunda Airstrip along the palm-fringed Diani Beach RoadMidday: Coastal Flight Experience
11:10 AM: Board your 12-seater SafariLink/Coastal Aviation plane
- The coral reef ribbon
- Shimba Hills forest
- Kenya's longest beach stretches to Tanzania
12:20 PM: Touchdown at Wilson Airport (Nairobi's charming aviation hub)
Afternoon: Nairobi Recharge
• 1:00 PM: Check into Eka Hotel - your oasis near the airport with:
✓ Rooftop pool with CBD skyline views
✓ Spa offering jetlag-recovery massages
✓ Secure day rooms for early/late flights
Lunch Options:
- Eka's Signature Grill: Try their coffee-rubbed steak (perfect post-beach protein)
- In-Room Dining: Swahili seafood platter if you're not ready to leave your balcony
6:30 PM: Sunset cocktails at the Panari Sky Hotel.
DAY 17: ULTIMATE KIAMBU TEA | COFFEE & KARURA FOREST | FLY OUT BACK HOME.
Key Facts:
Ngorongo Tea Factory
Location: Kiambu-Limuru Road (35km from Nairobi)
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Mon-Fri) | Closed Weekends
Tea Collection Time: Best before 11:00 AM (factory most active)
Tour Duration: 1.5–2 hrs (includes farm + factory)
Fairview Coffee Estate
Location: Kiambu (15min drive from Ngorongo)
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily)
Coffee Tasting Sessions: Every hour from 10:00 AM
Tour Duration: 2–2.5 hrs (farm + roasting + tasting)
Karura Forest
Nearest Gate: Riverside Drive Entrance (5min from Fairview)
Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Ideal Time to Spend: 1.5–2 hrs (sunset walks are best)
Itinerary
(Ideal for Weekdays – Factories Operational)
7:00 AM – Depart Nairobi
8:00 AM – Ngorongo Tea Factory & Farm Tour (2 hrs)
✅ Must-Do Activities:
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8:30 AM: Tea plucking demo (peak worker activity)
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9:00 AM: Factory processing tour (fermentation, drying)
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9:30 AM: Purple tea tasting (exclusive to Ngorongo)
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10:00 AM: Buy fresh tea leaves at factory price
10:15 AM – Drive to Fairview Coffee Estate (20 mins)
10:45 AM – Fairview Coffee Experience (2.5 hrs)
✅ Must-Do Activities:
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11:00 AM: Coffee farm walk (see Arabica & Ruiru 11 varieties)
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Noon: Roasting demo + cupping session
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12:30 PM: Lunch at Cliffside Café (try coffee-rubbed pork chops)
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1:15 PM: Optional barista class (extra KSH 1,500)
1:30 PM – Return to Nairobi (45 mins)
2:15 PM – Karura Forest (CID HQ Entrance) (1.5–2 hrs)
✅ Best Activities Before Sunset:
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Waterfall Trail (30-minute walk from entrance)
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Birdwatching (200+ species, best at 3–5 PM)
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Mau Mau Caves (guided history tour available)
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Bike Rental (KSH 500/hr – explore hidden trails)
4:30 PM – Return to Hotel/Airport
INCLUDED
EXCLUDED
Entry Requirements for U.S. Passport Holders.
Double Entry and Multiple Entry Visas.
Types of Visa
Single Entry eVisa:
East Africa Tourist Visa:
Luggage & Packing
Carry on, Luggage.
Connecting Passengers.
Destination Landing and Eventual Departure.
Transfer.
During Game Safaris.
Tour journey in the Destination Country.
Overland Sightseeing.
Independent Activities.
Souvenir Shopping.
Gratuities.
Electricity in Safari Camps.
Electricity Specification
Please note: The U.S. uses 120 volts, and you can purchase a converter and transformer at most hardware stores for your 120V appliances.
Kenya - The voltage used is 220/240 volts, 3-pin square (UK standard)
Hotel Check-in/ Check-out.
Currency.
Credit Cards
Health Checks.
LOCAL EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
Languages.
Tanzania - English and Swahili are the official languages.
Code of Conduct
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Accomodations
PACKAGE | Per Adult Sharing | Single Room | Meal Plan |
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Full Package Per Person- From | USD$ 3,151 | USD$ 4,130 | Meals Plan Per Hotel |
Please Note the Following: |
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1. All the rates shared are based on Per person. |
2. All of our Safaris are private based. |
3. Children aged between 0 - 2 years are free of charge. |
4. Children aged 3 - 12 years pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing the same room with an Adult. |
5. Children aged 3 - 12 years pay 75% of the adult rate when staying in their room. |
6. Children above 12 years are considered adults in camps and lodges. |
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