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Private Tailor Made Tour
In the Footsteps of Hemingway is a premium 16-day multi-country luxury safari crafted for travellers who want East Africa to feel beautifully paced, personal and deeply connected to the landscape.
The journey moves through Kenya, Tanzania with a route shaped around Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park, Kenya, Masai Mara, Arusha, Nairobi. It balances signature wildlife areas, scenic transitions, carefully selected stays and enough breathing room for the experience to feel refined rather than rushed.
Accommodation is an important part of the journey, with stays such as ol Donyo Lodge, Loisaba Tented Camp, Ol Seki Hemingways Mara, Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp used as route anchors where available and suitable for the traveller's dates, budget and preferred style.
Rift & Tide Africa can tailor the final routing, pace, rooming, guiding style and optional experiences before a confirmed proposal is prepared.
Travel and accommodation
16 Days / 15 Nights, 2 countries, Nairobi to Depart
15 nights accommodation
Meals
Meals as per day-by-day itinerary
Safari style
Multi-Country Luxury Safari
Private Tailor Made
Itinerary
8 stops across the route
Trip code: RTT-GEA012
Starting from
Price on request
Public retail pricing. Final quote confirms availability and inclusions.
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Route notes
FAQs
Answers are general public guidance. Your final itinerary, inclusions, pricing, and supplier conditions are confirmed during quotation.
Yes, it can work well for first-time safari travellers because the route is structured around recognised safari areas, clear logistics and guided experiences. Rift & Tide Africa can adjust the pace and accommodation level before quotation.
Yes. The itinerary can be arranged as a private journey, subject to routing, accommodation availability, flight schedules and the traveller's preferred budget level.
Routing, number of nights, accommodation level, domestic flights, beach extensions, special interests, private guiding and optional activities can be adjusted before the final proposal is confirmed.
Peak safari seasons and migration periods should be booked early, especially for luxury camps, fly-in routes and small high-demand properties.
Yes. Rift & Tide Africa can adjust the number of nights, accommodation level, private guiding, flight sectors, beach extensions and pacing before the final quote is prepared.
Named accommodations may be used as the preferred style or route reference, but final confirmation depends on availability, budget, dates and supplier conditions at the time of quotation.
FAQs
Answers are general public guidance. Your final itinerary, inclusions, pricing, and supplier conditions are confirmed during quotation.
Public prices are indicative retail guidance. Availability, seasonal adjustments, rooming, and final inclusions are confirmed when the team prepares your quote.
Many scheduled routes can be adapted with lodge, timing, or extension changes depending on availability and supplier rules.
Share travel dates, traveller count, rooming preferences, gateway city, and any must-see destinations or experiences so the team can respond efficiently.
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Plan this journey
Ask Rift & Tide Africa to tailor In the Footsteps of Hemingway around your travel dates, preferred pace, accommodation style and safari goals.
Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park, Kenya, Masai Mara, Arusha, Nairobi, Chyulu Hills, Wilson Airport, Laikipia, Loisaba Conservancy
Trip route
Follow the day-by-day flow of this itinerary across East Africa.
Nairobi
Mapped stop
Ol Donyo Wuas
Chyulu Hill Ranch
Ol Donyo Wuas
Chyulu Hills Ranch
Ol Donyo Wuas
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Nairobi
, 6 & 7 Laikipia Ranch
Mapped stop
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, 6 & 7 Laikipia Ranch - Full Day
Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Masai Mara Reserve.
Masai Mara Reserve.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Ngorongoro Conservation
Mount Kilimanjaro
Ngorongoro Conservation
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti Park
Mapped stop
Serengeti Reserve
Serengeti Reserve
Nairobi
Depart
Mapped stop
Itinerary
Arrival Nairobi, meet and greet by your Rift & Tide Africa representative, transfer to transfer to Ngong House. Dinner and overnight at Ngong House
Nairobi is treated as more than a transit point: it gives guests time to arrive well, recover from long-haul travel, complete a safari briefing and settle into the pace of East Africa before moving into the wilderness.
The overland movement is part of the travel story, with changing landscapes, local towns, escarpment views or border formalities handled as part of the day's rhythm.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to Ol Donyo Wuas where on arrival, we met and transferred to the camp. Lunch will ve served at the camp. Afternoon shared game drive. Meals and overnight at Ol Donyo Wuas
Nairobi is treated as more than a transit point: it gives guests time to arrive well, recover from long-haul travel, complete a safari briefing and settle into the pace of East Africa before moving into the wilderness.
The routing is designed to reduce long road hours where possible, using scheduled flights or airstrip connections so that more of the day is spent in the destination rather than in transit.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Stay details available on request.
Featured stays
Named stays are subject to availability or comparable alternatives.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Departures
Contact us for current departure dates and quotation-stage availability.
Planning notes
This journey can run throughout the year, but the best timing depends on the route and wildlife focus. Dry-season months are popular for classic wildlife viewing, while migration-focused travel should be matched carefully to the relevant Serengeti region and season.
Good to know
Yes. The itinerary can be positioned for premium clients through upgraded lodges, private transfers, fly-in sectors, carefully chosen guides and a more unhurried route.
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Morning and afternoon shared game drives conducted by the lodge's 4 x 4 vehicle. Meals and overnight at Ol Donyo Wuas The first full day is used to settle into the area, understand the landscape and begin building a wildlife picture with the guide.
Chyulu Hills is a beautiful private-wilderness setting where volcanic hills, Maasai land, wildlife and Kilimanjaro views can combine in a quieter, more exclusive safari experience.
The overland movement is part of the travel story, with changing landscapes, local towns, escarpment views or border formalities handled as part of the day's rhythm.
Morning and afternoon shared game drives conducted by the lodge's 4 x 4 vehicle. Meals and overnight at Ol Donyo Wuas The final full day gives the guide flexibility to return to productive areas, follow fresh sightings or slow the pace around the best light of the day.
Chyulu Hills is a beautiful private-wilderness setting where volcanic hills, Maasai land, wildlife and Kilimanjaro views can combine in a quieter, more exclusive safari experience.
The overland movement is part of the travel story, with changing landscapes, local towns, escarpment views or border formalities handled as part of the day's rhythm.
After breakfast Early morning, fly to Loisaba - Lodge via Wilson airport, Nairobi. Arrive, met by your host and transferred to the lodge. Lunch will be served at the lodge. Afternoon game drives. Spend 2 more days in the Laikipia Plateau. Meals and overnight at Loisaba Lodge
Nairobi is treated as more than a transit point: it gives guests time to arrive well, recover from long-haul travel, complete a safari briefing and settle into the pace of East Africa before moving into the wilderness.
The routing is designed to reduce long road hours where possible, using scheduled flights or airstrip connections so that more of the day is spent in the destination rather than in transit.
Today is kept as a deeper experience day within the wider In the Footsteps of Hemingway journey, allowing more time for game viewing, photography, guided interpretation and unhurried moments between activities.
The exact rhythm can be shaped around wildlife movement, seasonal conditions, lodge activities and guest preference, with morning and afternoon experiences planned to make the day feel purposeful rather than rushed.
Evening time is reserved for a relaxed return to camp or lodge, giving travellers space to enjoy the setting, review the day with their guide and prepare for the next stage of the itinerary.
Today is kept as a deeper experience day within the wider In the Footsteps of Hemingway journey, allowing more time for game viewing, photography, guided interpretation and unhurried moments between activities.
The exact rhythm can be shaped around wildlife movement, seasonal conditions, lodge activities and guest preference, with morning and afternoon experiences planned to make the day feel purposeful rather than rushed.
Evening time is reserved for a relaxed return to camp or lodge, giving travellers space to enjoy the setting, review the day with their guide and prepare for the next stage of the itinerary.
After breakfast, fly via Nanyuki to the vast Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive, met and transferred to Cottars 1920s Safari Camp. Lunch will be served at the camp. Afternoon game drive. Meals Dinner and overnight at Olseki Hemingways Mara
Nairobi is treated as more than a transit point: it gives guests time to arrive well, recover from long-haul travel, complete a safari briefing and settle into the pace of East Africa before moving into the wilderness.
The routing is designed to reduce long road hours where possible, using scheduled flights or airstrip connections so that more of the day is spent in the destination rather than in transit.
Spend 2 more days in Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon shared game drives. Meals and overnight at Cottars 1920s Camp The first full day is used to settle into the area, understand the landscape and begin building a wildlife picture with the guide.
The Masai Mara is one of East Africa's strongest wildlife regions, especially for big cats, open savannah scenes, seasonal migration movement and classic safari drama.
The overland movement is part of the travel story, with changing landscapes, local towns, escarpment views or border formalities handled as part of the day's rhythm.
Spend 2 more days in Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon shared game drives. Meals and overnight at Cottars 1920s Camp The final full day gives the guide flexibility to return to productive areas, follow fresh sightings or slow the pace around the best light of the day.
The Masai Mara is one of East Africa's strongest wildlife regions, especially for big cats, open savannah scenes, seasonal migration movement and classic safari drama.
The overland movement is part of the travel story, with changing landscapes, local towns, escarpment views or border formalities handled as part of the day's rhythm.
After a final game drive and breakfast, fly to Manyara via Wilson and Kilimanjaro airports, arriving at Crater Lodge late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Crater Lodge The first full day is used to settle into the area, understand the landscape and begin building a wildlife picture with the guide.
Amboseli is defined by open plains, marshes, elephant herds and the possibility of clear Mount Kilimanjaro views, creating some of Kenya's most recognisable photographic scenes.
The routing is designed to reduce long road hours where possible, using scheduled flights or airstrip connections so that more of the day is spent in the destination rather than in transit.
After a final game drive and breakfast, fly to Manyara via Wilson and Kilimanjaro airports, arriving at Crater Lodge late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Crater Lodge The final full day gives the guide flexibility to return to productive areas, follow fresh sightings or slow the pace around the best light of the day.
Amboseli is defined by open plains, marshes, elephant herds and the possibility of clear Mount Kilimanjaro views, creating some of Kenya's most recognisable photographic scenes.
The routing is designed to reduce long road hours where possible, using scheduled flights or airstrip connections so that more of the day is spent in the destination rather than in transit.
After breakfast, drive to Manyara for your flight to the private Grumeti Reserve bordering Western Serengeti National Park. Arrive, met and transferred to Sabora/ Kleins Camp. Lunch will be served at the camp. Afternoon game drive until sunset. Meals Dinner and overnight at Sabora Camp/Kleins Camp
The Aberdares bring forested highlands, cooler air, waterfalls and a mountain-lodge atmosphere that contrasts beautifully with savannah safari areas.
The routing is designed to reduce long road hours where possible, using scheduled flights or airstrip connections so that more of the day is spent in the destination rather than in transit.
Spend a further 2 days in Serengeti National Reserve with morning and afternoon shared game drives. Meals and overnight at Sabora Camp / Kleins Camp NB: AT CERTAIN TIMES OF THE YEAR (BETWEEN OCTOBER TO JANUARY), KLEINS CAMP MAY BE PREFERRED DUE TO ITS PROXIMITY TO THE WILDEBEEST MIGRATION RETURNING FROM KENYA INTO TANZANIA. The first full day is used to settle into the area, understand the landscape and begin building a wildlife picture with the guide.
The Masai Mara is one of East Africa's strongest wildlife regions, especially for big cats, open savannah scenes, seasonal migration movement and classic safari drama.
The overland movement is part of the travel story, with changing landscapes, local towns, escarpment views or border formalities handled as part of the day's rhythm.
Spend a further 2 days in Serengeti National Reserve with morning and afternoon shared game drives. Meals and overnight at Sabora Camp / Kleins Camp NB: AT CERTAIN TIMES OF THE YEAR (BETWEEN OCTOBER TO JANUARY), KLEINS CAMP MAY BE PREFERRED DUE TO ITS PROXIMITY TO THE WILDEBEEST MIGRATION RETURNING FROM KENYA INTO TANZANIA. The final full day gives the guide flexibility to return to productive areas, follow fresh sightings or slow the pace around the best light of the day.
The Masai Mara is one of East Africa's strongest wildlife regions, especially for big cats, open savannah scenes, seasonal migration movement and classic safari drama.
The overland movement is part of the travel story, with changing landscapes, local towns, escarpment views or border formalities handled as part of the day's rhythm.
After breakfast, fly Serengeti to Arusha to Kilimanjaro. and fly to Nairobi where we have reserved a dayroom for you at the Ole Sereni Hotel. In the evening transfer to the airport for your homeward bound flight. THE SUMMIT COLLECTION Kilimanjaro & Mountain Adventures RTT-SUM
Nairobi is treated as more than a transit point: it gives guests time to arrive well, recover from long-haul travel, complete a safari briefing and settle into the pace of East Africa before moving into the wilderness.
The routing is designed to reduce long road hours where possible, using scheduled flights or airstrip connections so that more of the day is spent in the destination rather than in transit.
