Day 1 NairobiArrive in modern Nairobi. If arriving early, Kenya's National Museum is an interesting place to visit. Day 2 Lake NakuruWitness the magic of a thousand flamingos taking flight and enjoy a game drive to seek out some of the iconic African wildlife that call Nakuru Park their home. Days 3-4 Lake NaivashaVisit a village to interact with locals and learn about their daily activities. Travel on to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley which is home to eagles, cormorants and kingfishers. Day 5 Loita HillsCamp among a local tribe in the heart of Maasai country to learn about the lives of these red-robed warriors. Days 6-7 Masai Mara National ReserveThe rivers and plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve are home to some of the world's most famous predators - spend the next few days exploring the area in search of them. Day 8 NarokChill out poolside or head into town to mingle with the many Maasai residents. Day 9 KisiiFollow the contours of the Great Rift Valley to the town of Kisii, surrounded by miles of tea plantations. Day 10 Lake VictoriaWatch master soapstone craftsmen at work and observe local life at the Musoma market. Cross into Tanzania and camp on the shores of the largest lake in Africa, Lake Victoria. Days 11-12 Serengeti National ParkEmbark on a sunset safari across the Serengeti's golden grasses to spot cheetahs, lions and zebras. Sleep in the heart of the national park and drift off to sleep as nocturnal animals come to life. Day 13 Ngorongoro CraterCamp on the rim of the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater. With endless views of jagged volcanic peaks and open grasslands below, this is one of the most spectacular camping spots in the world. Day 14 MeseraniLook for Africa's famous animals in the densely populated Ngorongoro Crater before making tracks to the small village of Mto Wa Mbu and browsing the village markets. Day 15 NairobiConclude the Masai Heartlands tour upon return to Kenya's capital, Nairobi.
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