Travel While You Can Invitational Safari to Kenya and Tanzania 27 July - 7 August 2024

Welcome to Kenya and Tanzania!

SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IN THIS ONLINE DIGITAL ITINERARY

To make full use of this online digital itinerary, please refer to each of the “Tabs” at the top of the Overview page which provide all the information you need for your safari, as summarized below:  

• Overview page: A Day-to-day summary of the itinerary.
• Destinations: Description of the various places you will visit during your safari in Kenya and Tanzania
• Accommodation: Images and information of hotels/lodges/and camps where you will stay including room type
• Daily Information: Detailed day to day schedule with timings and activities, inclusions and exclusions
• Map: Virtual interactive map showing your route.
• Transport: Summary of your flights and road transfers in Africa.
• Information: Summary of country information (Kenya and Tanzania)
• Documents: Helpful information specific to your itinerary provided by Holden Safaris together with Holden Safaris Terms and Conditions
• Contact Us: Holden Safaris contact details
• Points to note: 
• Kenya

  • As of January 2024, NO visa is required for entry to Kenya. 

  • An approved ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required prior to travel to Kenya. Application to be made online http://www.etakenya.go.ke within 3 months of arrival date in Kenya ($34.09 per person)

  • Note: If you travel to Kenya as well as other EAC country which includes Rwanda, Uganda or Tanzania, you will be able to re-enter Kenya using your original ETA.

  • Note: If travelling with Kenya Airways from the US to Nairobi, the address of the first hotel stop in Nairobi is required (see Day 1 of the itinerary below).

  • Click on the Document tab and scroll down to the "Summary Itinerary" to use when applying online for ETA/ Travel Authorizations (incudes Holden Safaris reference number)

  • Click on Document tab and scroll down to "Kenya Travel preparation, visa, immigration and health requirement " document for full details on ETA application process 

  • No Covid vaccination certificate or Covid-19 PCR is required on entry to Kenya
  • Note: No Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry to Kenya from the USA (unless visiting or in transit for more than 12 hours from destinations where Yellow Fever is endemic)
  • Note: Please refer to the CDC website for advice on anti-malaria medication recommended for different countries as certain types of malaria may be resistant to prescribed medication    https://www.cdc.gov/malaria/travelers/country_table/a.html
• Tanzania
  • Multiple visa - applied for and obtained online prior to travel to Tanzania
  • (NOTE: Entry visa is obtainable on arrival in Tanzania, but Holden Safaris advise against it and to apply online to avoid any possible issues or risk of inadequate documentation when applying for a visa on arrival)
  • (NOTE: Identifying the entry point from Kenya to Tanzania is required when making visa application. The entry point is  "Sirari" which is listed on the visa application drop-down menu.)
  • Yellow Fever vaccination or Letter of Exemption is required when entering Tanzania from Kenya
  • Click on the document tab and scroll down to "Pro-Forma Letter of Exemption - Yellow Fever" - to use as reference if no Yellow Fever vaccination is presented

  • Click on Document tab and scroll down to "Tanzania Travel preparation, visa, immigration and health requirements" document for full details on the Multiple visa application process and Yellow Fever requirements

  • Click on the Document tab and scroll down to the "Summary Itinerary" to use when applying online for the Multiple visa (includes the Holden Safaris itinerary reference number)

• Note: For questions and assistance with visa applications please call Angela Miller at Holden Safaris on 714 293 0564 or email angelam@holdensafaris.com

EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS

• Jim Holden - President - Holden Safaris - Newport Beach CA USA: 1 949-500-0094
• Vivienne Holden - Director Holden Safaris Africa Office - Durban South Africa: 27 82 882 5056
• Peter Karanja - Managing Director - Maniago Safaris - Nairobi: 254-722-509-883
• Daniel Gatumbo - Tours Director - Maniago Safaris - Nairobi: 254-722-509-260

TRAVELKEY APP: Enjoy mobile access to your travel content on this on/offline itinerary

• Download the TravelKey App from Google Play Store & the App Store.
• There may be other apps called TravelKey. For the correct app please refer to the Pre-departure check list under the Documents page where you will find the correct TravelKey app logo with the tag line, “exclusive to WETU clients”.
• Enter your itinerary mobile code (password): 8TJWV4 to complete the itinerary download

WHATSAPP: Download the WhatsApp messenger app for smartphones

• Easy way to communicate with family back home besides email is to use WhatsApp. WhatsApp is free to download messenger app for smartphones. WhatsApp uses the internet to send messages, images, audio or video. All contact numbers above are WhatsApp enabled. 
• WhatsApp Messenger, or simply WhatsApp, allows users to send text messages and voice messages, make voice and video calls, and share images, documents, user locations, and other content when using Wi-Fi and the internet at no cost instead of using cellular data-networks where fees may apply. Most safari lodges and hotels now have Wi-Fi.

SUMMARY ITINERARY

Day 1: Saturday 27th July 2024 – Arrive in Nairobi

• Arrive Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, met by a Holden Safaris Concierge Executive and assisted to clear immigration & custom formalities and then transferred to Tamarind Tree Hotel in an 18-seater Coaster bus or similar type of vehicle (exclusive transfer)
  • Ideally located, Tamarind Tree Hotel has easy access to Nairobi, its national park, and the country’s diverse attractions via the neighboring Wilson Airport and Southern Bypass. The nearby Langata and Karen suburbs are among Nairobi's liveliest and most popular with world-class shopping malls and excellent restaurants.
• Lunch for own account
• Dinner included.
•  Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel- Standard rooms (HB basis) (2 x single and 5 x double/twin rooms)

  • Hotel Name: Tamarind Tree Hotel

    Location: Nairobi, Lang'ata  

    Street/physical address:  Lang'ata Link Road 

    P.O BOX: 48854-00100 Nairobi, Kenya

    Postal code: 00100

Day 2: Sunday 28th July 2024 – Nairobi

• 07:00am: Breakfast at the hotel
• 08:15am: Depart for a private tour with your English-speaking safari driver guide to the Karen area of Nairobi (2 x Holden Safaris six-seater safari vehicles)
• 09:00am:  Morning game drive in Nairobi National Park
• 11:00am: Visit Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant orphanage.

  • Best known for their work to protect elephants, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) operates the most successful orphan elephant rescue and rehabilitation program in the world

• 12:30pm: Visit Utamaduni Craft Centre - a treasure trove of African crafts antiques and art.
• 1:00pm: Lunch at Matbronze Café- Included
• 3:00pm: Visit the Giraffe Centre.
  • The Giraffe Centre is the creation of the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (A.F.E.W. Kenya), a Kenyan non-profit organisation. The main purpose is to educate Kenyan school children and youth on their country’s wildlife and environment, as well as give local and international visitors an opportunity to come into close contact with the world’s tallest species, the giraffe.
• 5:00pm: Return to the hotel in time to freshen up before a welcome dinner
• Welcome dinner at the hotel (included)
• Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel- Standard rooms (HB basis : Breakfast, Dinner) (2 x single and 5 x double/twin rooms)

Day 3: Monday 29th July 2024 – Fly Nairobi- Maasai Mara National Reserve

• 07:00am: Breakfast at the hotel.
• 09:00am: Transferred to Wilson Airport to check in for scheduled flight to Keekorok airstrip -  Maasai Mara Reserve (10:30am - 11:10am) 
• Met on arrival at Keekorok airstrip by your driver / guide and transferred to the camp - enjoying a game drive enroute to the Sarova Mara Game Camp
• Arrive in time for lunch
• 3:30pm: Afternoon game drive in the reserve returning to the camp for dinner
• Overnight at Sarova Mara Game Camp - Mara Deluxe Tents (FB basis: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) (2 x single and 5 x double/twin tents) (Complimentary Wi-Fi: Fan: Hair Dryer: (all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 4: Tuesday 30th July 2024 – Maasai Mara National Reserve

• 07:00am: Breakfast at the camp
• 08:00am: Depart with your knowledgeable guide for a full day game drive in the reserve.
• Picnic lunches will be provided. 
• 3:00pm: Visit to a Maasai village for a memorable cultural experience
• 6:00pm: Return to the camp before dinner
• 8:00pm: Dinner at the camp. 
• Overnight at Sarova Mara Game Camp - Mara Deluxe Tents (FB basis: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) (2 x single and 5 x double/twin tents)(Complimentary Wi-Fi: Fan: Hair Dryer: (all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 5: Wednesday 31st July 2024 - Maasai Mara National Reserve

• 07:00am: Breakfast is served at the lodge.
• 08:30am: Enjoy a morning game drive the reserve following the great migration (option of a full day game drive with picnic lunches)
• 1:00am:  Return to the camp for lunch
• 4:00pm: Afternoon game drive in the park.
• 8:00pm: Dinner is served at the lodge.
• Overnight at Sarova Mara Game Camp - Mara Deluxe Tents (FB basis: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)(2 x single and 5 x double/twin tents) (Complimentary Wi-Fi: Fan: Hair Dryer: (all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 6: Thursday 01st August 2024 – Maasai Mara National Reserve

• 07:00am: Breakfast at the lodge.
• 08:30am: Morning game drive in the park (option to enjoy a full day game drive with picnic lunches).
• 1:00pm:  Return to your lodge for lunch
• 3:30pm:  Afternoon game drive until sunset
• 8:00pm: Dinner served at the lodge
• Overnight at Sarova Mara Game Camp - Mara Deluxe Tents (FB basis: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) (2 x single and 5 x double/twin tents) (Complimentary Wi-Fi: Fan: Hair Dryer: (all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 7: Friday 02nd August 2024 – Maasai Mara National Reserve - Serengeti National Park / Tanzania

• 06:00am: Breakfast at the Camp
• 07:00am: Transferred to the Keekorok airstrip with game drive enroute.
• 08:15am:  Depart scheduled flight from Maasai Mara to Migori airstrip (08:15am- 09:00am).
• 09:00am: Arrive Migori Airstrip
• 09:00am: There is a 1-hour road transfer (shared bus) across Isebania/Sirari border Point (entry point into Tanzania)
• 11:00am: Fly from Tarime to Seronera airstrip (11:00am- 12:40pm)
• Met on arrival at the Seronera airstrip transferred to the camp for lunch.
• Time to relax after lunch before departing for an afternoon game drive
• 4:00pm: Set off on an afternoon game drive in the park returning to the camp at approximately 6:00pm
• 8:00pm:  Dinner at the camp

• Overnight at Lahia Tented Camp : Suite tent (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner): (2 x single and 5 x double/twin tents)Complimentary Wi-Fi: Fan: Internet Access (Complimentary)(all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

  • Camp name: Lahia Tented Camp

  • Location: Serengeti  Western Corridor.

  • Serengeti National Park

  • Tanzania

Day 8: Saturday 03rd August 2024 – Serengeti National  Park / Tanzania

• 07:30am: Breakfast at the camp
• 08:30am: Enjoy either morning and afternoon game drives (or enjoy a full day game viewing which will include picnic lunches.)
• 1:00pm: Return to the camp for lunch 
• 4:00pm: Afternoon game drive in the reserve.
• 8:00pm: Dinner at the camp.
• Overnight at Lahia Tented Camp: Suite tent (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner): (2 x single and 5 x double/twin tents) Complimentary Wi-Fi: Fan: Internet Access (Complimentary)(all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 09: Sunday 04th August 2024 – Serengeti National Park / Tanzania

• 07:30am: Breakfast at the camp.
• 08:30am:  Set off in the morning for either a morning game drive or a full day game drive which will include picnic lunches.
• 1:00pm: On a morning game drive you return to the camp for lunch.
• 4:00pm: Depart for your afternoon game drive
• 6:00pm: Return to the camp and have time to freshen up before dinner
• 8:00pm: Dinner at the camp.
• Overnight at Lahia Tented Camp: Suite tent (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner): (2 x single and 5 x double/twin tents) Complimentary Wi-Fi: Fan: Internet Access (Complimentary) (all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 10: Monday 05th August 2024 – Serengeti National Park / Ngorongoro Conservation Area/ Tanzania

• 07:30am: Breakfast at the camp.
• 08:30am: Depart the camp and enjoy game drive enroute to Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 4hrs drive)
• 1:00pm: Arrive in time for lunch at The Retreat at Ngorongoro
• 2:00pm: Spend the afternoon at leisure.
• 8:00pm: Dinner at the lodge
• Overnight at The Retreat at Ngorongoro: 2-bedroom cottages (Breakfast, lunch & Dinner) (2 x single and 5 x double/twin rooms) (Complimentary Wi-Fi: Hair Dryer (all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 11: Tuesday 06th August 2024 – Serengeti National Park / Ngorongoro Crater Tour/ Tanzania

• 07:30am: Breakfast is served at lodge
• 08:30am:  Depart the lodge and drive to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim
• Picnic lunches will be provided.
• 09:00am: Descend to the crater floor for full day game viewing
• 3:00pm:  Return to the crater rim and drive back to the lodge.  
• 8:00pm: Dinner at the lodge
• Overnight at The Retreat at Ngorongoro: 2-bedroom cottages (Breakfast, lunch & Dinner) (2 x single and 5 x double/twin rooms) (Complimentary Wi-Fi: Hair Dryer (all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and laundry are excluded)

Day 12: Wednesday 07th August 2024 – Ngorongoro - Kilimanjaro / Nairobi / Departure Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

• 08:00am: Breakfast at the lodge
• 09:30am: Drive to Kilimanjaro International Airport (approximate 4,5-hour drive)
• 2:20pm: Depart on Airkenya Aviation scheduled flight for Nairobi 
• 3:35pm: Arrive at Wilson Airport, met by a Holden safaris driver guide in an 18-seater vehicle and transferred to Carnivore Restaurant  for dinner (drinks for own account)
• 7:30pm: Tranfer to Jomo Kenyatta international airport where you will be assisted to check in for your international departure flight back home.

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