If you’re looking for the most effective way to relax, unwind and rejuvenate in beautiful locations set in natural surroundings and tucked away from the crowds, then look no further. You’ve just arrived at the right place. Africa Safari Classics works in conjunction with some handpicked collection of luxury retreat resorts, healthy getaways and wellness sensitive lodges that have recently built reputation of creating a much better you upon return from your dream vacation. These resorts offer personalized health and fitness programs and customized spa treatments using the latest state of the art equipment. Added to this are some of the best and most experienced wellness professionals, possessing unmatched knowledge and expert advice.
Our Wellness Safari here is about being conscious of healthy lifestyles while on holiday. This unique itinerary incorporates diverse wellness and fitness opportunities that enable clients to become much healthier and happier.
Arrival Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. After Ministry of Health medical formalities, Immigration procedures and Customs, collect your checked in luggage and proceed to International Arrivals Area. You will be cheerfully greeted by our Customer Service Representative and transferred in a private vehicle to Hemingways Hotel in the beautiful and exclusive suburb of Karen for arrival refreshments and check in to your luxurious room. Hemingways is located South West of Nairobi in the outskirts of city. Its generally believed that the suburb was named after Karen Blixen, the Danish author of Out of Africa. This 5 star luxury boutique is considered to be one of the finest hotels in Africa.
Housed in its own wing of the hotel overlooking the pool and manicured gardens, the Hemingways Spa offers guests peace and relaxation. The Spa menu combines both French and custom designed treatments crafted from locally sourced ingredients and is the perfect place to rediscover your senses after a long flight or a dusty safari. The wide range of treatments include an aromatic, intensive and mineral rich body wrap formulated to detox and relax you and a selection of traditional massage techniques offering holistic therapy for the body, mind and spirit.
Hemingways Nairobi 
Depart Nairobi and drive in 4x4 safari vehicle for Lake Nakuru National Park with a brief stop at the viewpoint for stunning views of the Great Rift Valley with its lakes and volcanic terrain. Lunch and afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park which has recently earned international reputation as an important haven for endangered wildlife species particularly the Rothschild giraffe, the black and white rhinos, tree-climbing lions, zebra, gazelles, waterbuck and buffalo.
Lake Nakuru is encompassed by this majestic park and is renowned for its incredibly large flocks of flamingo which literally turn the lake pink.
Overnight at The Cliff, a luxurious camp perched at the top of 100 metre high rock facing the lake. Each tent is built on solid foundations at the edge of the cliff and faces the lake allowing guests 180 degree views of this panoramic paradise and yet maintaining total privacy. As the sun goes down, take time to visit the well-equipped Fitness Centre and enjoy a soothing massage and wide range of the spa treatments or just relax by the infinity pool with a cold drink before dinner.
The Cliff
After breakfast depart for Maasai Mara Game Reserve the highlight of your trip and the most outstanding wildlife sanctuary in Africa. After lunch it's time for the afternoon game drive. Overnight at Basecamp Mara which is a high quality luxury camp with sweeping views across the entire Maasai Mara Ecosystem. Basecamp Mara is beautifully set on a bend on the banks of Talek River and gently blending into the surrounding wilderness. Maasai Mara is just across the river and home to the highest density of wildlife including the Great wildebeest migration from Serengeti Plains in Tanzania into the Mara. Its a magnificent landscape of open plains bisected by the Mara River and its tributaries and punctuated by marshes and forests. Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe. Over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. Maasai Mara has the highest density of free-roaming wild animals in Africa and offers the most captivating wildlife experience.
Basecamp Mara 
Whole day game drive with picnic picnic lunch in Maasai Mara which is the most outstanding safari destination in Kenya where over 450 species of animals have been recorded. Maasai Mara is a magnificent landscape of open plains bisected by the Mara River and its tributaries and punctuated by marshes and forests. This world famous wildlife sanctuary is renowned for its huge population of lions, is home to all the “Big 5” and supports the highest density of wildlife to be seen anywhere. Easily seen here are lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. Visit Mara River where thousands of wildebeest and zebra are attacked by crocodiles as they attempt to cross this mighty river during the annual "Great Migration" which is today one of the world’s most spectacular natural events. Each year nearly two million wildebeest and accompanying large numbers of zebra, and smaller numbers of Grant's gazelle, Thompson's gazelle, eland and impala trek from the Serengeti to the Maasai Mara and back again in search of fresh grazing. Following on their heels are the predators of the savannah, lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.
BASECAMP MARA 
Siringit Serengeti Camp by Mantis offers a bespoke safari experience in the heart of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Siringit Serengeti is located under a canopy of Acacia trees along the wildlife migration trails in an area of outstanding natural beauty and abundance of wildlife, just a few kilometres from airstrip. Dining at Siringit is unique. There are a few rare places on this earth where you can enjoy a safari picnic shaded by an Acacia tree whilst surrounded by the great migration or forest bathing in a yellow fever forest surrounded by the abundance of nature. Here safari picnics can vary in style, from an elegant romantic picnic basket to fine dining under an Acacia tree in the middle of the Serengeti plains.
Accommodation comprises of only ten exclusive luxury canvas tents that are designed to offer guests privacy, seclusion and intimacy in the remote setting of the Serengeti plains. Each tent is designed to offer an untamed experience bringing you closer to the wildlife. The spacious tents have ensuite bathrooms with steaming hot showers. To make your experience remarkable, a small and discrete team of dedicated staff will tend to your every wish during your stay in Serengeti.
Siringit Serengeti Camp
Today enjoy game drives in the Serengeti which is internationally renowned as one of the most famous wildlife areas in the world and home to incredible herds of wildebeest and other grazing animals. Serengeti in Maasai language means “endless plains". Located in north west of Tanzania, Serengeti is the ultimate ‘wildlife show’ on earth and best known for its unequalled natural beauty and diverse wildlife. It supports a magnificent diversity and abundance of animals from the Big 5: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and black rhino to giraffe, impala, kongoni, topi and eland. Serengeti’s unique combination of diverse habitats enables it to support more than 30 species of large herbivores and nearly 500 species of birds. Its landscape originally formed by volcanic activity has been sculptured by the concerted action of wind, rain and sun. It now varies from open grass plains in the south, savannah with scattered acacia trees in the centre, hilly wooded grassland in the north to extensive woodland and black clay plains to the west. Small rivers, lakes and swamps are scattered throughout. It's most famous for its predators that include lion, cheetah and leopard and others such as serval cats, wild dogs, jackals and spotted hyenas.
Siringit Serengeti Camp 
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Seronera Airstrip to board your scheduled flight to Manyara Airstrip which serves safari camps located within Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Met at the airstrip and proceed to Lake Manyara National Park for whole afternoon game drive with picnic lunch. Lake Manyara National Park is set between the Rift Valley's western escarpment and the shallow alkaline waters of Lake Manyara and is perhaps best known for its flamingos, pelicans and cormorants and is home to over 400 other species of birds. Mammals in the park include the famous tree-climbing lions, wildebeests, zebras, bushbucks, waterbucks, hippos, giraffes, leopards, baboons and troops of noisy blue monkeys. After game viewing, drive to Sanctuary Ngorongoro Camp for your overnight stay. Sanctuary Ngorongoro is set in a delightful ancient acacia forest on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater and offers superb accommodation in spacious canvas tents ensuring intimacy in pristine forest environment. The camp is located right on the crater rim valley close to the access road into the crater giving guests unrivaled access to the crater floor.
Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater 
Awake before the crack of dawn for continental breakfast before driving down to the Ngorongoro Crater floor for whole morning game drive. The crater is the best place in Tanzania to see all the "Big 5"and is one of the world’s most astonishing and renowned natural wonders. Ngorongoro is home to a large assortment of animals including zebra, buffalo, warthog, wildebeest, hippo and elephants; and an amazing population of predators such as lions, hyenas, jackals, cheetahs and the elusive leopard. After lunch, drive to Arusha arriving late afternoon. You will be dropped in Arusha or transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to board your departure flight back home. What about adding few days in the Spice Island of Zanzibar for a much deserved beach escape to enjoy uninterrupted sunshine, indulge in barefoot luxury in the azure, crystal clear warm waters of the Indian Ocean? We work very closely with some of the finest beach resorts in Zanzibar. You will be amazed to hear about our negotiated and heavily discounted rates with "no surprises" on check out. Take advantage of this business partnership and enjoy special offers tailored to your unique needs that include free airport transfers and complimentary room upgrades.
ARUSHA/KILIMANJARO DEPARTURE Prices are per person sharing in USD and this trip is available all year round. Current price is based on accommodation as indicated above and is subject to availability at the time of booking.
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