Safari & Maasai Experience - Overland Trip
2 weeks: Nairobi to Nairobi (IMT-VKSM08)
Intro
The Maasai people of Tanzania live in a stunning wilderness which encompasses the vast grassy plains of the Serengeti, renowned as one of the worlds greatest wildlife habitats, and the unique ecosystem of the Ngorongoro Crater. Until the 20th century this region was largely untouched by the western world but today the traditional lifestyle of the Maasai is fading. Imaginative Volunteers will take part in the day to day activities of a Maasai village, allowing you to experience and help preserve the Maasai culture first hand. You will also enjoy a fantastic safari with the chance to see a huge array of game including migratory herds of wildebeest, lion and cheetah, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.Group Size
Max 12Activities
Game drives, volunteering, Maa language lessons, hiking, traditional drum and dance workshopAccommodation
4 nights hotel, 3 nights camping on twin share basis, 6 nights camping or homestay in Eluai VillageTransport
4WD vehicle, public shuttle bus, safari vehicleStaffing & Participation
Escorted by driver / guide days 1-12, services of cook and volunteer programme co-ordinatorMeals
As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-DinnerPLEASE NOTE
If park fees increase considerably in 2008 the local payment may increase. Check at time of booking.Itineraries
Day 1, NAIROBIArrive and transfer to your hotel in Nairobi.
Day 2, NAIROBI ARUSHADepart early and make our way across the border into Tanzania, heading for Arusha, nestled in the shadow of Mt Meru. (B)
Days 3-4, SERENGETI NATIONAL PARKAfter breakfast we move on to the Serengeti, one of the best known wildlife areas in the world. Morning and afternoon game drives. (BLD)
Day 5, NGORONGORO CRATERWe drive to Ngorongoro Crater via the Olduvai Gorge, where fossil remains dating back to 1.75 million years ago were found. The crater is teeming with wildlife and birdlife and offers superb opportunities for game spotting. We descend into the crater using 4WD vehicles for game viewing. (BLD)
Day 6, TARANGIRE - MONDULIDrive to Tarangire National Park which has the highest concentration of game outside of the Serengeti ecosystem. Explore the area on a game drive before heading to Monduli town for the night. (BL)
Days 7-11, ELUAITransfer to the Maasai Village of Eluai and spend the next few days participating in a rewarding volunteer programme. (BLD)
Day 12, ELUAI ARUSHALeaving our project we drive to Arusha where we enjoy a traditional drum and dance workshop. (B)
Day 13, ARUSHA - NAIROBIWe take the morning public shuttle bus back to Nairobi, where the the rest of the day is free. (B)
Day 14, NAIROBITour ends after breakfast. (B)
Last updated: 8th June 2008
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