13-Day Best of African Safaris: Kenya & Tanzania

Embark on a breathtaking 13-day safari adventure through Kenya and Tanzania, exploring iconic national parks and wildlife reserves. This unforgettable journey takes you through the legendary Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Hell’s Gate, and Amboseli in Kenya, as well as Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania. Witness the Big Five, the Great Migration, and spectacular landscapes while enjoying guided game drives, comfortable accommodations, and seamless transfers.

What’s Included & Excluded

Included:

✔️ Comprehensive safari as per the itinerary
✔️ Round-trip transport from the starting to the finishing point
✔️ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✔️ Daily meals during the safari
✔️ All game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
✔️ National park entry fees
✔️ Airport transfers
✔️ 1 liter of bottled water per day
✔️ Accommodation as per the itinerary

Excluded:

❌ Personal travel insurance
❌ Optional activities (Maasai village visits, boat ride at Naivasha, Olduvai Gorge)
❌ Alcoholic beverages and drinks
❌ Visa fees
❌ International and domestic flights
❌ Tips and gratuities
❌ Personal expenses

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to Masai Mara, stopping at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint before continuing to the reserve. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, then relax at Miti Mingi Eco Camp.

Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara

Experience a full-day game drive in Masai Mara, renowned for its abundant wildlife and the Great Migration. Spot lions, elephants, leopards, and more before returning to camp for dinner and an optional bonfire.

Day 3: Masai Mara – Nakuru Town

Enjoy a morning cultural visit to a Maasai village (optional) before heading to Nakuru, where you'll spend the night at Buraha Zenoni Hotel.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park – Lake Naivasha

Discover flamingos, rhinos, and other wildlife in Lake Nakuru National Park before heading to Lake Naivasha. Optionally, take a boat ride to see hippos up close. Overnight at Leisure Apex Resort.

Day 5: Hell’s Gate – Amboseli National Park

Explore Hell’s Gate National Park by bike or safari vehicle before proceeding to Amboseli, known for its majestic elephants and views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Stay overnight at Nyati Safari Camp.

Day 6: Full-Day Safari in Amboseli

Enjoy a thrilling game drive, exploring Amboseli’s landscapes, swamps, and viewpoints. Spot large elephant herds and admire Kilimanjaro’s backdrop.

Day 7: Amboseli – Namanga Border – Arusha

A morning game drive in Amboseli before crossing into Tanzania at Namanga. Arrive in Arusha for an overnight stay at Gateway Lodge or Charity Hotel.

Day 8: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Begin your Tanzanian safari in Tarangire, famous for its baobab trees and dense wildlife. Spend the night at Kizumba Campsite.

Day 9: Lake Manyara National Park

Explore Lake Manyara, home to tree-climbing lions and flocks of flamingos. Overnight at Panorama Campsite.

Day 10: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park

Drive to the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most famous parks, known for its endless plains and rich wildlife. Stay at Seronera Campsite.

Day 11: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro, with an optional stop at Olduvai Gorge. Overnight at Simba Campsite.

Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular wildlife experience before returning to Arusha for an overnight stay at Charity Hotel or Gateway Lodge.

Day 13: Arusha – Nairobi or Zanzibar

End your safari with a shuttle transfer to Nairobi or opt for a flight to Zanzibar for an extended beach getaway.