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Meet-and-greet assistance upon arrival where applicable
All airport and hotel transfers in Nairobi and Arusha
Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides throughout
Transportation in a 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
All scheduled game drives as outlined in the itinerary
Full-board accommodation during the safari (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
National park, reserve, and conservation area entrance fees as listed in the itinerary
Government taxes and statutory levies
Driver-guide salaries and vehicle park fees
Drinking water provided in the safari vehicle
Flight from Nairobi to Maasai Mara (if included in the booked package)
Exclusions
International flights
Visa fees and border crossing charges
Travel insurance
Medical and baggage insurance
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages unless specified
Laundry services
Telephone, internet, and personal communication expenses
Optional activities and excursions not listed in the itinerary
Gratuities for guides, drivers, lodge staff, and porters
Personal purchases and souvenirs
Any increase in taxes, park fees, or government levies imposed after booking
Anything not specifically listed under inclusions
Will This Trip Suit You?
Want to experience both Kenya and Tanzania in one journey.
Interested in iconic wildlife destinations such as Maasai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater.
Want strong opportunities to see the Big Five.
Enjoy full-day game drives and wildlife-focused travel.
Interested in combining wildlife, culture, and landscapes.
Want to visit the Hadzabe and Datoga communities.
Appreciate having experienced driver-guides throughout the trip.
Want a comprehensive East African safari rather than a single-country experience.
Prefer shorter itineraries with fewer travel days.
Dislike long periods in safari vehicles.
Want luxury fly-in safaris between every destination.
Prefer beach holidays or resort-style experiences.
Have limited interest in wildlife viewing.
Require a highly active itinerary with extensive hiking or adventure sports.
Prefer spending multiple nights in one location rather than moving regularly.
✦Ready when you are
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Real journeys, real words — hear from explorers who've travelled the world with Forward Travel.
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“David showed endless patience putting together a personal itinerary for me for Malawi. We were often in quite obscure parts of the country, but it all went beautifully and the experience exceeded our expectations.”
Marie VanGend
Australia→Malawi
May 2026
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“David crafted a once-in-a-lifetime safari for us. Every detail, from the lodges to the guides, was flawless.”
Emma & James Wilson
Australia→Kenya
September 2024
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“6 weeks in South America and Antarctica, and not one hiccup. Everything was excellent, your planning and suggestions were perfect, and we couldn’t believe how smoothly it all went. We felt truly spoilt and very thankful to have found you.”