Holiday experiences to add to your safari
From sunrise balloon flights to cultural visits, bush dining and wellness time at the lodge — small additions that turn a great safari into an unforgettable one.
The experiences below are not standalone packages — they're moments that can be woven into almost any Kenya, Tanzania or combined itinerary. Mention any that interest you when you speak to your Travel Advisor, and we'll build them into your daily schedule wherever they fit best.
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Sunrise over the Masai Mara
A pre-dawn balloon launch drifts silently over the plains as the sun rises, offering a completely different perspective on the herds and terrain you've been exploring by vehicle.
Flights typically last around an hour and end with a champagne bush breakfast set up in the open — a memorable start to a game drive day.
Masai Village Cultural Visit
Meet the people who share this land with the wildlife
A visit to a local Masai village offers insight into a way of life that has coexisted with East Africa's wildlife for generations — traditional homes, jewellery-making, dance, and conversation through your guide.
These visits are arranged respectfully and directly support the local community, often forming part of our sustainability commitments around community-first tourism.
Read about our sustainability approach
Bush Dining & Sundowners
Dinner under an acacia, drinks at sunset
Many of our lodges and camps can arrange a private bush dinner — a table set out under the stars, lit by lanterns, with staff serving a full meal in the open.
Sundowner stops are simpler but just as memorable: a pause during the evening game drive at a scenic spot, with drinks served as the sun sets over the plains.
Great Wildebeest Migration
Time your trip to the world's greatest wildlife spectacle
Over a million wildebeest, along with zebra and gazelle, move in a continuous cycle between the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Masai Mara in Kenya, following the rains and fresh grazing.
The dramatic river crossings — and the predators that follow the herds — are the highlight for many visitors. Because timing varies year to year, our Travel Advisors track conditions closely and can recommend the best base and dates for your travel window.
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Bird Watching Safaris
Over a thousand species across East Africa
Kenya and Tanzania are among the richest birding destinations in the world, from the flamingo flocks of the Rift Valley soda lakes to forest specialists on Mount Kenya's lower slopes and raptors over the Mara plains.
For dedicated birders, we can build itineraries around specific habitats and target species, paired with a guide experienced in bird identification.
Tailored for Every Traveller
Family, honeymoon & wellness safaris
The same parks and lodges, arranged with a different focus depending on who you're travelling with.
Family Family Safaris
Shorter daily drives, family-friendly lodges with interconnecting rooms or family tents, and activities like the elephant orphanage to keep younger travellers engaged.
Plan a family safari → Honeymoon Honeymoon Safaris
Private vehicles, romantic dinners and lodges or tented camps chosen for their setting and privacy — often paired with a beach extension to finish.
Add a beach extension →
Wellness Wellness Safaris
A gentler pace, with extra rest days, spa-equipped lodges, and time built in for yoga, reading or simply taking in the view from a private deck.
Build a wellness-paced itinerary →