SYM 06: 17 Nights/18 Days Kenya, Tanzania & Seychelles Honeymoon

Serena safari lodges in Kenya and Tanzania are the ideal choice for your luxury wedding or honeymoon holiday in Africa and Seychelles. This honeymoon safari takes you to Kenya and Tanzania for wildlife safaris, then you fly to Seychelles for a romantic beach holiday.

This is an all Serena lodges safari which offers a wide selection of luxury honeymoon suites. Our wedding and honeymoon concept allows you to choose between an authentic Maasai ceremony complete with a guard of honour of warriors, a local chief to bless the ceremony, and a traditional wedding dance or singing display in Masai Mara Game Reserve or Serengeti National Park . . . or a relaxed beachfront ceremony in Seychelles with a floral bower and a champagne toast against the palm trees in the white sand beaches of Constance Ephelia Resort of Seychelles.

More young couples are choosing to combine their wedding with a honeymoon holiday – as a couple or with their family. Others host their wedding at home and then escape to Africa for a magical honeymoon destination in the African wilderness combined with a beach holiday. Whatever your choice, this is the perfect African honeymoon holiday for you and your family.

Full itinerary below:

Day 1: Nairobi

Our Kenya representative will receive you at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer you to Nairobi Serena Hotel for overnight. Accommodation based on bed and breakfast.

Meals: Bed and Breakfast
Accommodation: Nairobi Serena Hotel

Day 2: Nairobi – Masai Mara

After breakfast, depart Nairobi for Masai Mara through the Great Rift Valley. Make a brief stop to allow you view the Rift Valley and take photos. You arrive at Mara Serena Safari Lodge in time for lunch. Afternoon game drives till sunset.

Located at the very centre of the famous ‘Mara Triangle’ of the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, the Mara Serena Safari Lodge is the ultimate honeymoon safari destination. Set high on a bush-cloaked hill with long views over the savannah and down to the winding coils of the hippo-filled Mara River, it stands centre-stage to one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife arenas, with a ringside seat for the ‘greatest wildlife show on earth’, the legendary migration of the wildebeest.

World-renowned for the breathtaking spectacle of ‘the greatest wildlife show on earth’, the awe-inspiring annual migration of the wildebeest, the Mara is Kenya’s most visited protected area. Technically an extension of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park, the Mara constitutes only 4% of the entire Serengeti ecosystem but its rolling grasslands, meandering rivers and towering escarpments offer one of the world’s most rewarding and evocative wildlife arenas.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Day 3: Masai Mara

Spend the whole day in the Masai Mara plains doing game drives and on the look out for herds of wildebeests crossing the crocodile-infested Mara River. Optional evening visits to Masai cultural village to learn their culture and dances. Each visit costs USD35 per person and you pay this directly.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Day 4: Masai Mara – Serengeti

After breakfast, you’ll check out of your lodge with packed lunch and depart for Serengeti National Park via the Isabenia border. On arrival at the border point, you will be met by our Tanzania driver/guide and proceed Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge. Lunch at the lodge and then afternoon game drives in the park.

Set high on the saddle of a tree-clad ridge, commanding panoramic views across the Serengeti, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge is the ultimate fusion of traditional African architecture and world-class style. Winner of numerous awards from the world travel press, it is perhaps the finest venue the Serengeti has to offer.

Centrally located adjacent to the famous Western Corridor and Grumeti River, the lodge has been designed to blend completely into the living landscape. A series of traditional domed ‘rondavels’ are widely spaced throughout the grounds, which are cooled by groves of acacia trees and watered by sparkling streams. On the very edge of the ridge is a ‘vanishing horizon’ pool, which looks out over the ‘endless plains’ after which the Serengeti is named.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 5: Serengeti

Full day in Serengeti. Serengeti National Park, undoubtedly the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world is a large national park in Serengeti area, Tanzania. It is most famous due to annual migration of over one million white bearded wildebeest and 200,000 zebra to Kenya’s Masai Mara Game Reserve in search of pasture.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro

Breakfast at your lodge and check out. Drive to Ngorongoro with game drive en route in Serengeti via Olduvai Gorge. Arrive for lunch at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge. Descend down to the crater floor for a half day crater tour.

Regularly voted one of the best hotels in the world, this unique Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge clings to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, the largest and most perfect volcanic crater on Earth. Long and low, the lodge is built from local river stone and camouflaged with indigenous vines. Designed to blend completely into the landscape, it is entirely invisible from the floor of the Crater 600 metres below.

Known as ‘the eighth wonder of the world’ the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s best-known wildlife arenas. Hugging the contours of the jagged Crater rim, the lodge takes its inspiration from the so-called ‘Cradle of Mankind’, the prehistoric site of Olduvai Gorge, which lies close by. Linked by arched stone passages and timbered decks, its walls are decorated with stylized prehistoric cave paintings and lit by flaring torches. At the stone heart of the lodge burns a glowing fire, which is kept constantly alight. Decorated with cave paintings, the rooms are strung around the Crater rim. Each has its own rock- enclosed balcony, and all enjoy completely uninterrupted views of the volcanic amphitheatre far below

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 7: Ngorongoro – Lake Manyara

After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. Lunch at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge and then afternoon game drives.

Standing high on the edge of a towering terracotta escarpment with panoramic views over the glittering alkaline waters of Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge offers a unique blend of tranquillity, wildlife discovery, and ornithological richness. The unprecedented range of high-adventure sports, meanwhile, include mountain biking, canoeing and forest walks, while cultural choices include tours of the neighbouring villages and dance displays by the local Iraqw and sukuma people.

Grouped around a central ‘vanishing horizon’ pool, this highly unusual lodge features a simple timbered reception area, built in traditional African style, which is accessed via a bridge over a small stream. Beyond reception, lies the central dining room, bar and veranda, below which lies the pool. Perched on the very edge of the cliffs, with stunning views over the lake is the pool bar and observation point. Dotted around the grounds, all with views over the lake, are a series of circular two-storey ‘rondavels’, which house the rooms.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

Day 8: Lake Manyara – Amboseli

After breakfast, drive to Arusha town where you will collect lunch boxes and then drive to Namanga border between Tanzania and Kenya. Our Kenyan representative will receive you and transfer you to Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge. Afternoon game drives.

Set against the magnificent backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, the glittering Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge enjoys a uniquely privileged position at the heart of this world-famous national park.

Secluded within a grove of acacia trees, the lodge looks out over the golden savannah plains, with uninterrupted views of the mountain itself. Close by are a series of emerald green swamps, which are fed by the melting snows of Kilimanjaro. These, the only sources of water in this otherwise starkly beautiful but arid park, attract huge numbers of wallowing elephants, hippos, buffalos and plains game. Meanwhile, from the prehistoric site of Observation Hill, the sunset over Kilimanjaro is magnificent.

At the centre of ‘Maasailand’, the lodge’s décor reflects the brilliant primary colours and iconic shapes representative of these legendary warriors. At the heart of the lodge, shaded by palm trees, is a free-form swimming pool; to either side of which stretch the rooms. Each room is housed in a single storey building opening directly on to the grounds, each reflecting a Maasai manyatta theme: each with its own hand-painted wall frescos.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Day 9: Amboseli

Full day in Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. You’ll have an option to visit Maasai villages to learn their culture and dance. The Masai dancers charge a fee and you’ll pay this directly if you opt to go there. Visit Masai Village in the evening to learn their culture and dance (at a cost of USD35 per person per visit and you’ll pay this directly to the Masai Village).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Day 10: Amboseli – Nairobi

After breakfast, depart for Nairobi. Complementary lunch at Panari Hotel in Nairobi ( Adventure African Jungle Ltd will treat you for the lunch). Transfer to Nairobi Serena Hotel where accommodation is based on bed and breakfast. The hotel has several restaurants where you can buy your dinner.

Meals: Bed and Breakfast
Accommodation: Nairobi Serena Hotel

Day 11: Nairobi – Seychelles

After breakfast in your hotel, our driver will transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to catch your 0910hrs Flight KQ 450H to Seychelles. Arrive at Mahe International Airport at 1320hrs. A representative of Constance Ephelia Resort will pick you from the airport and transfer you to their hotel..

The Constance Ephelia Resort, set within 120 hectares of land with luxuriant and rare vegetation, is situated on two of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Mahe, overlooking the marine national park of Port Launay. The resort offers a wide range of exclusive accommodation options and includes

The Junior and Senior Suites at the Constance Ephelia Resort feature air-conditioning, ceiling fan, bathroom with bath tub, double vanities, separate shower, WC, hairdryer, sitting area, complimentary WIFI, LCD TV, Mac mini (iPod connection, CD and DVD), telephone and mini-bar.

Situated on the North beach of Port Launay, the two bedroom Beach Villas offer the ultimate beachside accommodation. With a breathtaking view of the ocean, the three bedroom Presidential Villa, featuring a gym, a private spa, private pool and deck and outdoor dining kiosk, has been designed to offer a unique experience to the guests.

Constance Ephelia Resort of Seychelles, with a choice of five restaurants and bars, offers a unique dining and bar experiences. Each outlet has its own individual concept, design and decor and offers different menus to appeal to different ages including gourmet baby food.

Meals: Bed and Breakfast
Accommodation: Constance Ephelia Resort

Day 12-17: Seychelles

Spend whole days on the beaches or plan them as per your taste. Relax and revitalize at the Spa de Constance with a soothing selection of spa treatments. The spa features 11 single treatment rooms, 1 double treatment room, 2 facial treatment rooms and 1 Yoga Pavilion. Other facilities at the spa include a sauna, a thermal pool, a Jacuzzi, a hair salon and one manicure treatment room.