Drive the Wild 4x4 Adventure

We pick up our rental SUVs in Nairobi today. The adventure starts right away. We leave the busy city behind and head into the green Ngong Forest. The roads wind through wooded hills. Then we reach the remote Lake Magadi. Its salty shores are home to many species, including pink flamingos. The rough tracks make day one a real adventure.

Today is a relaxed day in Maasai territory. The village of Ngatataek sits at the heart of Maasai land. We explore local markets and visit a Maasai village. It is a rare chance to see the traditions of this proud people up close.

We drive through the gentle hills around Arusha to the village of Mto wa Mbu. The route is short but very scenic. That gives us plenty of time to explore. In the afternoon, we head into Lake Manyara National Park for a safari.

Today we visit the remote Lake Eyasi. It is known for its rich birdlife and the unique traditions of the Hadzabe and Datoga peoples. We get a rare look into how these indigenous communities live.

We start with a visit to the beautiful Materuni Waterfall. Then we continue to Lushoto in the Usambara Mountains. The drive winds through sharp bends, past tea plantations and lush forests.

After a traditional breakfast, we head south along the coast. We pass through small villages and drive by unspoiled beaches. Msambweni greets us with a calm and easy atmosphere.

We follow the coast to Diani Beach. We relax on the white sand and wash off the dust of the last two weeks.

We drive from Diani Beach to the stunning Lake Jipe. Along the way, we cross the Shimba Hills and reach the wide plains of Tsavo National Park. The scenery looks exactly like the Africa you see in nature films.

On the last day, we drive back to Nairobi. We cross wide savannahs and lively towns one more time before we reach the vibrant Kenyan capital again.