The Sovereign East Africa: A 12-Day Grand Aerial Expedition
- Duration
- 12 days · 11 nights
- From
- USD 41,800 per person sharing
- Best time
- January to December
Worth knowing
What makes this one different.
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Kenya to Tanzania Luxury Safari
The safari follows the above noted Kenya route, then crosses from the Masai Mara to The Manor at Ngorongoro before finishing in the Serengeti and Arusha.
- II
12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Fly-In Safari
A seamless sky safari across two legendary safari countries. Fly from Kenya’s iconic Maasai Mara across the border to the volcanic Ngorongoro Highlands and onward to the endless Serengeti. From intimate luxury camps to private bush flights and extraordinary wildlife encounters this 12-day journey connects East Africa’s most celebrated landscapes in one unforgettable adventure.
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Luxury East Africa Sky Safari
Discover the Maasai Mara Ngorongoro and Serengeti on an exclusive fly-in safari designed for exceptional wildlife experiences.
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Five-Star Service
Enjoy seamless luxury from arrival to departure with private airport transfers. Personalized safari service. Expert private guides. Luxury lodges and camps. Scenic flights between destinations. Fine dining and attentive hospitality throughout your journey. Every detail is carefully arranged for a smooth and unforgettable African safari.
Accommodation
Where you sleep, night by night.
Camps and lodges of this standard, named where we have a firm allocation. We will confirm the exact property before anything is booked.
Nairobi
Hemingways Nairobi
1 night
5-star hotel in Karen offering elegant suites fine dining and exceptional Kenyan hospitality. Enjoy a peaceful stay close to Nairobi National Park and Nairobi’s top attractions. Perfect for luxury Kenya holidays safari vacations and relaxing before or after your African safari.
Amboseli
Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
2 nights
An award-winning luxury safari camp overlooking Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy elegant tented suites breathtaking views and exceptional wildlife experiences in Amboseli National Park. Experience close-up elephant encounters guided game drives and authentic African hospitality in one of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations.
Laikipia
Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp
2 nights
An exclusive luxury safari camp in northern Kenya overlooking the spectacular Loisaba Conservancy. Enjoy elegant tented accommodation breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable wildlife experiences. Experience private game drives walking safaris and authentic Kenyan hospitality in a remote wilderness setting.
Maasai Mara
Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
2 nights
An exclusive luxury safari camp on the banks of the Sand River. Enjoy elegant tented suites exceptional dining and unforgettable wildlife encounters in the heart of the Maasai Mara. Experience thrilling game drives the Great Migration and authentic African hospitality in a breathtaking wilderness setting.
Ngorongoro
Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
2 nights
The Manor at Ngorongoro is a luxury lodge set among the lush coffee plantations of northern Tanzania. Enjoy elegant cottages fine dining and warm African hospitality near the Ngorongoro Crater. A perfect luxury base for crater safaris wildlife adventures and unforgettable Tanzania holidays.
Serengeti
Elewana Serengeti Pioneer (Jan - May) / Serengeti Migration Camp (Jun - Dec)
2 nights
Experience luxury in the heart of the Serengeti with Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp from January to May or Serengeti Migration Camp from June to December. Enjoy stylish tented accommodation thrilling game drives and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Follow the Great Migration and experience authentic luxury safari adventures across Tanzania.
Day by day.
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DAY 1: Nairobi
• Land in Nairobi, where we’ll fast-track you through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and deliver you quickly to Hemingways Nairobi or similar standard property depending on the availability • Dinner at Hotel Accommodation - Hemingways Nairobi or similar standard property
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Amboseli
DAY 2: Nairobi & Amboseli National Park
• Breakfast and briefing at hotel by SkySafari representative • SkySafari private ground transfer to Nairobi – Wilson Airport • SkySafari flight to Amboseli National Park • Lunch at camp • Afternoon game drive • Dinner at camp Accommodation – Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
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Amboseli
DAY 3: Amboseli National Park
• Early morning game drive • Bush breakfast • Lunch at camp • Guided bush walk • Scenic sundowners in the bush • Private dinner at camp Accommodation – Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
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Laikipia
DAY 4: Amboseli National Park & Loisaba Conservancy
• Breakfast at camp • Morning game drive enroute to Amboseli airstrip • SkySafari flight to Loisaba Conservancy • VIP welcome and briefing about conservancy • Game drive enroute to Loisaba Tented Camp • Arrive at camp in time for lunch • Afternoon game drive or choice of activities* • Dinner at camp Accommodation – Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp
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Laikipia
DAY 5: Loisaba Conservancy
• Morning - game drive / guided bush walk / horse or camel safari • Breakfast in the bush • Lunch at camp • Afternoon game drive or choice of activities* • Sundowners • Dinner at camp Accommodation – Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp
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Maasai Mara
DAY6: Loisaba Conservancy & Masai Mara National Reserve
Breakfast at camp • Game drive enroute to Loisaba airstrip • SkySafari flight to the world famous Masai Mara • Game drive enroute to Sand River Camp • Lunch at camp • Afternoon game drive • Sundowners in the bush • Dinner at camp Accommodation – Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
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Maasai Mara
DAY 7: Masai Mara National Reserve
• Early breakfast at camp • Full day game drive • Picnic hamper lunch served in the bush • Dinner under the stars at camp Accommodation – Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
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Ngorongoro
DAY 8: Masai Mara & & Ngorongoro Crater
• Breakfast at Elewana Sand River Mara • Game drive enroute Keekorok airstrip • Midday SkySafari flight to Kisumu with lunchbox on board and clear the Kenyan Customs • Fly from Kisumu to Musoma to clear the Tanzanian Customs • Fly to Manyara airstrip • Drive to The Manor in time for sundowners • Optional massage treatment • Dinner and overnight Accommodation – Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
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Ngorongoro
DAY 9: Ngorongoro Crater
• Early breakfast at Elewana The Manor • Full day Ngorongoro crater tour • Picnic lunch in the crater • Dinner at Elewana The Manor Accommodation – Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
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Serengeti
DAY 10: Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti National Park
• Early breakfast • Morning guided bush walk or game drive activities enroute to airstrip with picnic hamper • SkySafari afternoon flight to Serengeti National Park • Afternoon game drive enroute to Serengeti Pioneer Camp / Serengeti Migration Camp • Dinner at camp Accommodation – Elewana Serengeti Pioneer (Jan - May) / Serengeti Migration Camp (Jun - Dec)
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Serengeti
Serengeti National Park
Breakfast at Serengeti Pioneer/Migration Camp • Full day game drive in Serengeti National Park • Picnic hamper lunch served in the bush • Sundowners at camp • Dining under the stars Accommodation – Elewana Serengeti Pioneer (Jan - May) / Serengeti Migration Camp (Jun - Dec)
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Arusha
• Breakfast at Serengeti Pioneer/Migration Camp • Drive to Airstrip • SkySafari flight to Arusha Airport • SkySafari private ground transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge for lunch • A day room will be available depending on your outbound flight, subject to availability • Shanga cultural experience optional depending on departure time • Road Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport and departure
Before you book
Per person sharing
| Season | When | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| GREEN SEASON | 01 Apr - 31 May, | USD 41,800 |
| MID SEASON | 05 Jan - 31 Mar, 01 Jun - 30 Jun & 01 Nov - 19 Dec, | USD 43,450 |
| HIGH SEASON | 01 Jan - 04 Jan, 01 Jul - 31 Oct & 20 Dec - 31 Dec | USD 48,650 |
Subject to availability when you book. A single supplement applies to solo travellers.
What is included
Your safari includes
- • All domestic flights in SkySafari’s executive aircraft
- • All statutory departure taxes for the flights mentioned above
- • Overnight stay at Arusha Coffee Lodge with meals and drinks* included on the first day of the SkySafari Tanzania itinerary.
- • Overnight stay at Hemingways Nairobi or similar standard property on half board with drinks* included on the first day of the SkySafari Kenya itinerary.
- • Full board accommodation, drinks* and laundry services at Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Loisaba Tented Camp, Loisaba Star Beds, Sand River Masai Mara Camp,
- Serengeti Pioneer Camp (Jan-May) or Serengeti Migration Camp (Jun-Dec), The Manor at Ngorongoro as per itinerary.
- • Shared daytime game drives in specially adapted 4x4 game drive vehicles
- • Services of an English-speaking driver-guide at each camp / lodge
- • Safari activities as per itinerary
- • All road transfers, including to / from international airports and local airstrips
- • Temporary Medical Emergency Evacuation insurance (conditions apply)
- • Last day lunch and day room at Arusha Coffee Lodge in Tanzania or Hemingways Nairobi or similar standard property in Kenya, subject to availability and
- outbound flight departure timings
- • VIP airport assist at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Kilimanjaro International Airport on arrival (subject to change)
- * Drinks include: mineral water, soft drinks, juices, tea/coffee, beer, house wines, selected spirits
Not included
- Balloon Safari
- Park & Conservancy Fees
- International flights to and from East Africa
- Kenya and Tanzania visa or entry fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Excess baggage charges
- Tips and gratuities for guides and camp staff
- Premium wines spirits and champagne unless specifically included
- Laundry and personal shopping
- Spa treatments and other personal services
- Hot-air balloon
- Telephone and internet charges where applicable
- Personal expenses
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