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Find the best wildlife safari adventures in Kenya and Tanzania, visiting Serengeti , Masai Mara and Ngorongoro national parks. Discover even more safaris in Kenya and Tanzania only. Pick your favourite Kenya Tanzania safari tour operator now.

238 Kenya & Tanzania safari packages with 1,392 reviews

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Masai & Tanzania Camping Safari

Upgraded tour. Simply, perfect. For me, this was all about animals and I was overwhelmed with the opportunities that the guides and drivers provided us while respecting the awesome individuals that oversee these beasts - the national park rangers who provide services in Kenya and Tanzania. Blessed with the time we spent with Masai; would love to come back for the opportunity to spend more time with people; I'm a loner, so animals came first, but loved the people I had the opportunity to meet.Saw the big 5 within the first 3 days we were there; experienced a small window into the precarious lives African animals live daily - just, simply, overwhelming. FYI, African elephants own my heart.

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Kenya & Tanzania Camping Safari

Going Green Safari tour guide is the best tour guide in Tanzania and Zanzibar safaris

11 DAY COMBINED KENYA & TANZANIA WILDLIFE SAFARI

It was a great and unforgettable stay. Very well organised

• Great Migration

15 DAYS ESSENTIAL KENYA & TANZANIA EXPEDITION

We Cannot rate this company high enough. Our experience from inquiry point was first class, very quick to respond to questions and help accommodate our requirements. Very friendly staff and great communication throughout. Assistance with visa application information provided in correspondence and also over the phone. We had a brief the day before our safari which was thorough and gave us the opportunity to ask any questions, our guide Norton was waiting for us the following morning and all though our 15 day safari was extremely knowledgeable of the areas we visited and on flora, fauna and wildlife. Norton wanted to ensure we had the best experience possible trying to locate as many different animals as possible, we managed the big 5 and many many more, thank you. We chose a luxury package at Neptune Ngorongoro which made our trip extra special. All in all we would not hesitate to use this company again, such an amazing experience, from inquiry, booking, actual trip and feedback after. The staff at Steppe Dogs Adventures work so hard to make your trip so special, thank you:)

16 Days Best Of Kenya & Tanzania Luxury Safari

Our 14-day Kenya and Tanzania Migration Lodge Safari was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived in Nairobi to the final farewell, every day was filled with awe-inspiring moments and unforgettable experiences. Our adventure began with a warm welcome in Nairobi,Transfer to hotel Ole Sereni where our knowledgeable guide briefed us on the journey ahead. The luxurious accommodations provided a perfect blend of comfort and immersion in the African wilderness.African Brekafast was great!!! Amboseli National Park in Kenya was our first stop, and the sight of majestic elephants roaming against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro took our breath away. We witnessed thrilling wildlife encounters during our game drives, including close encounters with lions and cheetahs.Sopa lodges so magnificient. Crossing into Tanzania,border abit slow but was well organized with changing guides from Zack the genius to John M. Lake Manyara National Park enchanted us with its diverse landscapes and abundant birdlife. Spotting tree-climbing lions was a highlight, and the boat safari on Lake Manyara offered a serene perspective of the park's beauty. The Serengeti National Park was the epitome of safari magic. Witnessing the Great Migration firsthand was a dream come true as we watched thousands of wildebeests and zebras thunder across the plains. Our lodge perched on the edge of the Serengeti provided uninterrupted views of the vast savannah and unforgettable sunsets.Serena lodges are super ! Descending into the Ngorongoro Crater felt like entering a lost world teeming with wildlife. We marveled at the sheer abundance of animals in this natural amphitheater, from graceful gazelles to mighty rhinos. The grand finale awaited us in the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The Mara River crossings were the highlight of our safari, as we held our breath watching the dramatic spectacle unfold before our eyes. Our expert guide John , ensured we had front-row seats to nature's greatest show. Each evening, we gathered around the campfire under the starlit sky, sharing stories of the day's adventures and listening to the sounds of the African night. The hospitality of the lodge staff made us feel like family, and the delicious cuisine was a delightful surprise. As we bid farewell to Kenya and Tanzania, we carried with us memories that will last a lifetime. This safari exceeded all expectations, thanks to the impeccable planning and personalized service. It truly was the journey of a lifetime, and I cannot wait to return to Africa's wild embrace.Masai Mara crowned all the taste of an Africa Photo Safari - Sopa Lodges tastifully located at great views of sunset thank you Zack again for picking us from the other border point for this gtreat encounter with wildlife . I would recommend thsi tour to many who really want to see the great diverse landscape and lakes plus plains in Africa - Serenegeti and Mara plains.

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12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania

12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania - This review is for the planning of our safari. I worked Nancy on booking various adventures, lodging, from and to airport (NBO) shuttles, safari logistics and could not be happier with the East-Africa-Safari-Bookers! Nancy was a pleasure to work with, very responsive and helped us plan what I feel will be a great first-time family trip to Africa. I will follow-up with a review on the actual Safari which we leave for tomorrow evening (1st two weeks of June). I definitely recommend this outfitter for your Safari. I believe they make a sincere effort to make your trip special.

12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari

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Classic Best Adventure Kenya and Tanzania, Basic- Accommodations

We had a rough itinerary for our first trip to Africa, and we wanted to visit Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. We had never done anything of this duration and scope before, and we were reliant on Elvis Ayieko and his great staff for their recommendations and input. We changed our plans several times, and Elvis was extremely patient with our questions and modifications. This was truly a trip of a lifetime for us. We started our trip in Uganda with a short visit to see and raft the Nile River. The accommodations in Jinja were wonderful, and Joseph, our driver was great. We took a short flight from Entebbe to Nairobi, where we were picked up by Chris, and we began our savannah safari experience early the next day. George was our guide and driver in Kenya and he was outstanding. He is very knowledgeable and taught us a great deal about the wildlife and the ecosystem of the Serengeti. He always went out of his way to highlight interesting spots along the way and inform and educate us about the fascinating culture of Kenya. We visited Samburu National Park, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Masai Mara National Game Reserve. Our timing placed us in the middle of the Great Migration, and we got to see lots of wildlife. We switched guides at the border, and once again, our guide Hassan was always polite, helpful and knowledgeable. In Tanzania we visited the huge Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro National Conservation Area. Truly a gem of our planet! The wilderness camps in the Serengeti were especially fascinating. We then crossed the border back into Kenya, and we were fortunate to have George as our driver once again. We then visited Amboseli National Park before heading back to Nairobi (with Chris as our guide again) to see the Karen Blixen House and the Kenya National Museum. I can't recommend this company enough. The lodging was all topnotch and the food was always outstanding. And finally, one of the main highlights of the trip was the friendly, considerate people we met. Travel in Africa can be difficult, but the tour guides, and the hotel staff were always kind, courteous, and helpful.

African Safari Adventure (Zanzibar Extension, 17 Days)

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Eleven Day Kenya and Tanzania Circular Lodge Safari

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11 Day Best of East Africa Safari

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12 Day The African Classic Safari

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Kenya and Tanzania Safari Tour Reviews

Upgraded tour. Simply, perfect. For me, this was all about animals and I was overwhelmed with the opportunities that the guides and drivers provided us while respecting the awesome individuals that oversee these beasts - the national park rangers who provide services in Kenya and Tanzania. Blessed with the time we spent with Masai; would love to come back for the opportunity to spend more time with people; I'm a loner, so animals came first, but loved the people I had the opportunity to meet.Saw the big 5 within the first 3 days we were there; experienced a small window into the precarious lives African animals live daily - just, simply, overwhelming. FYI, African elephants own my heart.

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Kenya and Tanzania Safari Tours… SEE MORE. DO MORE.

Our regional kenya and tanzania safaris are the ultimate african journeys, these 7 – 10 day excursions bring you the best of each country’s national parks.

Kenya or Tanzania ? Which country has the best national parks and the most exciting wildlife?

We think they both do – that’s why we created these immersive Kenya and Tanzania safari tours exploring the two greatest wildlife environments in Africa.

What are the two most famous wildlife parks in the world? The Masai Mara and the Serengeti . Facing each other across their international border, you can witness the millions of wildebeests of the Great Migration herding from the vast plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania over to the green rolling hills of Kenya’s Masai Mara.

You can also visit the great snow-capped form of Mt Kilimanjaro just beyond the Tanzania border framing large families of elephants in Kenya, at Amboseli National Park .

And nothing compares with the numbers of big cats in the Masai Mara except perhaps the incredible density of lions you’ll find descending into Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Crater .

Your East Africa Holiday

No matter what you imagine the world of safari to be: racing through the savannah, exploring the mysteries of the forest and bush, gliding over Africa’s high-altitude lakes, or something yet undiscovered, the parks, wildlife, and people of Kenya and Tanzania will bring you more life, color and experiences than you ever pictured.

Discover another world on our Kenya and Tanzania Safari Holidays, with awesome Wildlife Parks, Reserves, and Conservancies.

Or perhaps we should say  worlds . Because Kenya’s parks cover every sort of landscape – from the red dust plains of  Tsavo  to the rolling savannahs of the golden  Masai Mara Reserve .  And there’s also  Rift Valley  lakes, alpine rainforests, and tropical jungle waiting for your first steps of exploration.

But not all safaris are on dry land. You can even swim, snorkel, and dive amongst dolphins in the brilliant lagoons and corral gardens of our  Marine National Parks.

From the Big Cats to Chimpanzees, t hese amazing parks will bring you up close to brilliant worlds of wildlife –thousands of wildebeests rumbling forward in the Great Migration and prides of lions stalking their flow.

Tanzania - Limitless Africa!

Its wildlife is unsurpassed. Its beaches are the envy of the world. And its people, the warmest you’ll meet. If you’re looking for a spectacular safari adventure, natural beauty, and a deep connection to the land… then Tanzania will feel like home.

Imagine climbing the world’s highest free-standing mountain, descending the world’s largest volcanic crater, or tracking the world’s largest population of lions. All are possible here in this epic land of sprawling savannahs, luminescent beaches, and mountains rising through the clouds.

No doubt you’ve heard the names Serengeti , Kilimanjaro , and Zanzibar . They ring with the promise of exotic adventures. These signature wonders are but a sample of the awesome landscapes Tanzania offers its visitors – fifty percent of the country is untouched – a paradise just waiting for your exploration.

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Our Uncompromising Kenya-Tanzania Tours

Why uncompromising?  Because exploring these two East African countries will bring you up close to every manner of wildlife experience. Only at Tanzania’s Lake Manyara Park will you find tree-climbing lions and a rainbow of dazzling pink flamingoes.

Where but northern Kenya’s Lake Nakuru Park can you discover cormorants, herons, kingfishers… plus rhinos… and even leopards?

For depth and variety of landscapes, wildlife experiences and cultural moments, the parks of Kenya and Tanzania are a perfect fit. Our cross-border tours will bring you the big drama of thundering herds and the heart-skipping wonder of a sudden encounter with a lone gazelle. It’s all here in on these safaris.

Please explore our tour listings below – we offer journeys to over ten national parks in Kenya and Tanzania. Looking for something more? Africa Kenya Safaris will customize any of these adventures to suit your desires, budget, and personal style.

So join us for an exciting international safari and enjoy the best of Africa’s two finest wildlife habitats.

Just contact one of our friendly travel experts and together you will begin the adventure of your dream safari to Kenya and Tanzania.

Our 7 - 10 Days Combined Kenya & Tanzania Safaris

7 Days Best of Kenya-Tanzania safari

4 parks: Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara

7 Days Kenya-Tanzania full-week safari  

8 Days Kenya-Tanzania excursion-safari

5 parks: Masai Mara, Lake Victoria/Serengeti/Ngorongoro, & Tarangire 

10 days Kenya Tanzania African Safari 

6 parks: Kenya-Tanzania African safari

14 Days Kenya-Tanzania Ultimate safari

2 countries, 9 parks: Amboseli , Aberdare , Samburu , Ol Pejeta , Lake Naivasha , Masai Mara , Serengeti , Ngorongoro & Tarangire or Lake Manyara

Our top Kenya National Parks & Game Reserves

Nairobi National Park

Amboseli National Park

Masai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Naivasha

Ol Pejeta Wildlife Sanctuary

Tsavo East National Park

Tsavo West National Park

Hell’s Gate National Park

Kakamega Forest Reserve

Lake Bogoria National Reserve

Shimba Hills National Park

Samburu National Reserve

Aberdare National Park

Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve

Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park & Reserve

Meru National Park

Mt. Kenya National Park

Lewa Conservancy

Featured tanzania national parks, game reserves & attractions.

Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Lake Manyara National Park

Tarangire National Park

Mount Kilimanjaro national Park

Arusha National Park

Arusha Town

Lake Victoria

Olduvai Gorge

Discover More About Our Kenya & Tanzania Combined Safaris

Want to discover more about our Kenya and Tanzania combined safaris? Our quick Q&A guide will help you with information on Kenya and Tanzania safari accommodation, budget and luxury options, and much more!

What wildlife can I see on safaris in Kenya and Tanzania?

Kenya and Tanzania are famous for their diverse wildlife, and the safaris offered by Africa Kenya Safaris provide excellent opportunities to see a wide variety of animals in their natural habitats. One of the most popular groups of animals to see on safari is the “Big Five”: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinoceroses. The Masai Mara and Serengeti national parks are both known for their Big Five populations. The Masai Mara National Reserve is home to one of the largest lion populations in Africa, as well as large herds of elephants, buffalos, and giraffes. The Serengeti National Park is famous for its annual wildebeest migration, which is one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife events.

Beyond the Big Five

Aside from the Big Five, there are many other animals that can be seen on safaris in Kenya and Tanzania. For example, the Amboseli National Park is known for its large population of elephants, which are some of the largest in Africa. The park also has a variety of other animals, including lions, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. The Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and black rhinos.

See all the Wildlife Kenya and Tanzania has to offer

The safaris offered by Africa Kenya Safaris also provide opportunities to see some of the less well-known animals that are unique to East Africa. For example, the Samburu National Reserve is home to several rare and endangered species, including the Grevy’s zebra, the reticulated giraffe, and the Somali ostrich. The Lake Nakuru National Park is known for its large populations of pink flamingos and other water birds, as well as for its black and white rhinos. Overall, a safari in Kenya and Tanzania provides an incredible opportunity to see a wide variety of animals in their natural habitats.

What budget Kenya and Tanzania safaris are available?

We offer a range of budget-friendly Kenya and Tanzania safari tours at Africa Kenya Safaris. Our tours are designed to cater to the needs of every traveller, including those who are on a tight budget.

Short Budget Safari Tours to See the Best of Kenya and Tanzania

For travellers looking for a shorter safari tour at a lower cost, we recommend our shorter 7 tours. These tours are designed to give you the best wildlife experience in the most popular national parks in Kenya and Tanzania, such as the Serengeti, Maasai Mara, and Ngorongoro Crater, among others.

Budget Safari Tour Accommodation Options

During our budget safari tours, we offer a range of accommodation options to suit your budget. While luxury accommodation options are available, we also offer lower cost options, such as camping or budget lodges. These accommodations are comfortable and clean, and you can be assured of a good night’s rest after a long day on safari. We also provide transportation throughout the safari tour, ensuring that you can relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery while our experienced guides take you on an unforgettable safari adventure.

Book a Budget Kenya and Tanzania Combined Safari Tour Today

At Africa Kenya Safaris, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of Kenya and Tanzania’s national parks and reserves. Our budget-friendly safari tours are the perfect option for travellers who want to experience the ultimate safari adventure without breaking the bank. So why wait? Book your budget-friendly Kenya and Tanzania safari tour with us today and experience the trip of a lifetime.

Which national parks can I see on a Kenya and Tanzania combined safari?

On our Kenya and Tanzania combined safari tours, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the most spectacular national parks in Africa. The following are some of the parks you can visit during our combined safari tours:

This is one of the most popular national parks in Kenya and is located on the border of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. It is home to the famous wildebeest migration, which happens annually from July to October. You can witness the incredible spectacle of hundreds of thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and other wildlife crossing the Mara River.

This park is located in Tanzania and is known for its vast open plains, which are home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes. The Serengeti is also home to the wildebeest migration, and you can witness the herds crossing the Mara River from the park’s northern region.

This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to the Ngorongoro Crater, which is one of the largest intact volcanic calderas in the world. The crater is home to an incredible array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and black rhinos.

This is a small but beautiful park located in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley and is known for its large population of pink flamingos that flock to the lake’s shores. The park is also home to a range of wildlife, including buffalos, giraffes, and baboons.

This park is located in southern Kenya and is known for its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, which is located just across the border in Tanzania. Amboseli is home to large herds of elephants and offers some of the best opportunities for elephant viewing in Africa.

How long do Kenya and Tanzania combined safaris last?

At Africa Kenya Safaris, we offer a variety of Kenya and Tanzania combined safaris that vary in duration to meet the needs of different travellers, ranging from 7 to 10 days in length.

7-Day Safaris

Our 7-day Kenya and Tanzania wildlife safari is perfect for those who have limited time but still want to experience the best of both countries. This safari includes visits to Amboseli National Park in Kenya and Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, where you can witness the great migration and the Big Five in their natural habitats.

8-Day Safaris

For those looking for a slightly longer safari experience, our 8-day Kenya and Tanzania safari may be more suitable. In addition to the national parks included in the 7-day safari, this tour also takes you to Tarangire National Park in Tanzania, known for its large herds of elephants and baobab trees. You will also have the opportunity to visit a Maasai village and learn about their unique culture and way of life.

10-Day Safaris

For travellers who want to immerse themselves even further in the wilderness and culture of Kenya and Tanzania, our 10-day safari is an ideal choice. This safari includes all the parks and attractions of the 7-day and 8-day safaris, as well as an extended visit to the Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya, where you can witness the wildebeest migration and see lions, cheetahs, and other predators hunting in the savannah.

Explore the Best of Tanzania and Kenya with Experienced Guide

No matter which safari you choose, our experienced guides will ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable adventure while experiencing the best of Kenya and Tanzania’s natural wonders.

What luxury safaris are available for Kenya and Tanzania combined tours?

At Africa Kenya Safaris, we offer a range of luxury Kenya and Tanzania combined safaris for those looking for an extra special experience. Our luxury safaris are designed to provide guests with the ultimate in comfort and style while exploring the stunning wildlife reserves of East Africa.

Luxury Safari Accommodation in Tanzania and Kenya

Our 10-day Kenya and Tanzania safari tour offers everything you can imagine from these jewels in the East African crown. This tour includes the option of stays at some of the most luxurious lodges and camps in both Kenya and Tanzania, including the famous Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge and the Mara Eden Safari Camp. The tour also includes game drives, bush walks, and cultural visits, as well as hot air balloon safaris over the Serengeti.

Private Luxury Safari Options

For those looking for even more luxury, we also offer private safari options where you can tailor your tour to your exact preferences. Our private safaris include exclusive access to game reserves, private transportation, and personalized attention from our experienced guides and staff.

Luxury Safari Extras

Our luxury safaris also offer a range of extras to make your trip even more special, including champagne breakfasts in the bush, sunset cocktails, and private dinners under the stars. And for those looking for an extended experience, we offer longer tours that cover even more of the incredible wildlife reserves in Kenya and Tanzania.

Overall, our luxury safaris provide the ultimate in comfort, style, and adventure, allowing you to experience the best that East Africa has to offer in the lap of luxury.

Are jeep safaris available for Kenya and Tanzania?

Yes, jeep safaris are available for Kenya and Tanzania combined tours, allowing you to explore the national parks in comfort and style.

Which Jeeps Are Used for Kenya and Tanzania Safaris?

The jeeps used are 4×4 Land Cruisers, which are rugged and reliable vehicles perfect for navigating the sometimes rough terrain of the parks. They are also equipped with pop-up roofs, providing excellent visibility for game viewing and photography. All our combined Kenya and Tanzania safaris offer you a private jeep with an expert guide to ensure you get the most from this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

See the Best Kenya and Tanzania Safari Parks by Jeep

One example of a jeep safari offered is the 8-day Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari, which includes visits to the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. The tour also includes game drives in Lake Manyara National Park and Tarangire National Park. With the use of the Land Cruisers, you will have a comfortable and reliable vehicle to take you through the parks, with the added bonus of excellent wildlife viewing from the pop-up roof.

Jeep Safaris with the Ultimate in Comfort and Convenience

The jeep safaris available in Kenya and Tanzania offer a unique and exciting way to explore these countries’ national parks, providing an unforgettable experience. The Land Cruisers provide a level of comfort and convenience, allowing you to focus on the sights and sounds of the parks, while your knowledgeable guide takes care of navigating the terrain. Our private jeep safaris by Land Cruisers enhance the safari experience, providing access to the parks’ most remote areas and the opportunity to see a wide variety of wildlife up close.

What is the best time of year to take a combined Kenya and Tanzania safari?

The best time to take a combined Kenya and Tanzania safari depends on what you would like to see and experience.

Benefits of Kenya and Tanzania Safaris During the Dry Season

For instance, the dry season is the best time to see wildlife in both countries as the animals tend to gather around water sources. In Kenya, the dry season runs from June to October while in Tanzania, it runs from June to November. During this time, the grass is also shorter which makes it easier to spot animals.

See the Great Wildebeest Migration

Alternatively, if you’re interested in witnessing the wildebeest migration, then the best time to visit is from July to September. At this time, the wildebeest are crossing from Tanzania’s Serengeti to Kenya’s Maasai Mara in search of better grazing fields. This is an unforgettable experience that you don’t want to miss! However, it’s important to note that this is also the busiest time for tourists, so expect higher prices and larger crowds.

Low Season Safaris Can be Amazing Too!

If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly trip, consider visiting during the low season. This is typically during the months of April to May, and November to December. While there may be more rainfall during this time, it is still a great time to see wildlife as the animals are less dispersed and the scenery is lush and green. Additionally, the lower number of tourists means that you can take advantage of lower prices and have a more personalized safari experience.

Can I customize my itinerary for a combined Kenya and Tanzania safari?

Certainly! At Africa Kenya Safaris, we understand that everyone has unique preferences and interests. That’s why we offer fully customizable itineraries for our combined Kenya and Tanzania safari tours. You can work with our experienced safari experts to create an itinerary that suits your interests, travel style, and budget.

Private Safaris Just How You Want Them

Whether you want to spend more time in one particular national park or prefer to focus on specific activities, such as bird watching or cultural experiences, we can tailor the itinerary to your needs. We can also arrange for private safaris for those who prefer a more exclusive experience.

Choose Your Own Safari Tour Length, Accommodation and Activities

With our customizable options, you can choose the length of your safari, the type of accommodation you prefer, and the specific activities you want to engage in. Our team is dedicated to creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience that meets your unique preferences and expectations.

Contact Us With Your Customized Kenya And Tanzania Safari Itinerary

Contact us today to start planning your customized Kenya and Tanzania safari itinerary. We are committed to providing you with a memorable and unforgettable safari experience that you will cherish for years to come.

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Kenya & Tanzania Safari

17  days, 2  countries, transport included, meals included as specified, lodge activities included as specified.

Visiting: East Africa > Kenya > Chyulu Hills (Amboseli) > Masai Mara > Tanzania > Tarangire National Park > Ngorongoro Crater > Serengeti National Park

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Is This Trip for Me?

This journey is the ultimate luxury combination safari including Kenya & Tanzania. The 17-day journey includes Nairobi, Amboseli, Masai Mara, Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti.

You will not be rushed from place to place as we have included some 3 nights stays to balance the experience and allow you time to not only enjoy the superb camps, but also to relax and reconnect with nature.

There is no better feeling than having time to read a book on your private terrace in the middle of the wilderness, breathe in the fresh air while you watch the star-filled sky, snooze by the pool while the elephants are moving in the horizon … this journey is a treat for all the senses.

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What you'll Experience on this Tour

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You arrive at Jomo Kenyatta airport, go through the passport controls and collect your luggage. Meet our representative and transfer...

Staying at Hemingways Nairobi

You arrive at Jomo Kenyatta airport, go through the passport controls and collect your luggage. Meet our representative and transfer to the luxury hotel, located in the suburb of Karen. Time at leisure, dinner and breakfast are included. Depending on your time of arrival, we can include optional excursions, such a visit to Scheldrick's Elephant Orphanage, or The Giraffe Centre, or a local market. Or simply enjoy the property's garden and pool to relax after the international flight and prepare for your safari.

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Meals: Breakfast included

Transport: Included

After breakfast you will travel from the Tarangire Area to the Lake Manyara National Park. The park is known for...

Staying at Angama Amboseli

After breakfast you will travel from the Tarangire Area to the Lake Manyara National Park. The park is known for its over 400 bird species, primate-filled forests and grassy plains. A large area of the park is covered by the alkaline Lake Manyara, the seasonal breeding grounds for large colonies of flamingos and many more waterfowls. The park is also home to giraffes, hippos, wildebeests, impalas and groups of noisy monkeys and baboons. After an extensive game drive, you will travel to Karatu in the Ngorongoro highlands. After your arrival, there might be time for an optional walk in the coffee plantations to learn more about coffee production. You will spend the night at one of the three beautifully located Tanganyika Wilderness Adventure Lodges

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

Drinks: Local brands Included

Activities: Included

Masai Mara National Reserve

Fly to the Masai Mara and spend 2 nights at the luxury Rekero Camp, located next to the Talek River....

Staying at Rekero

Fly to the Masai Mara and spend 2 nights at the luxury Rekero Camp, located next to the Talek River. If you travel during the Great Migration season (between late July to September), you might be lucky to witness the herds crossing the area. This is an ecosystem of vast grasslands prowled by cheetah, peppered with acacia thickets in which leopards lurk, and divided by the Mara, Sand and Talek rivers.

The Masai Mara is a big cat territory, with healthy populations of lion, leopard and cheetah. There are elephant, buffalo and rhino, completing the Big 5, plus nearly 500 recorded bird species to spot. You will enjoy some amazing wildlife viewing, and delicious meals.

Mara Naibosho Conservancy

You will be transferred by road, through the bush and local villages to the nearby Naboisho Conservancy. Arrive for lunch...

Staying at Naboisho

You will be transferred by road, through the bush and local villages to the nearby Naboisho Conservancy. Arrive for lunch at the luxury Naboisho Camp and relax before the afternoon game drive. The stay at Naboisho is extended to allow you to appreciate this wonderful conservancy and take some time to disconnect from busy game viewing schedule. We have included 1x walking safari and you can also take part in the scheduled night drives.

A stay at Naboisho goes beyond the usual game drives. Explore the Mara on foot, keep your eyes peeled on a night drive or spend an unforgettable night camping in the bush for a real safari adventure. With 266 species of birds to spot, there are also ample birdwatching opportunities.

Spot wildlife from the lounge and dining area or whilst you relax in the swimming pool, and dine with the sights and sounds of the bush as your entertainment,  be it the whoops of hyenas at night or the fluttering of weaver birds in the morning.

Last morning in the Mara before the transfer to the airstrip and your flight to Wilson, connecting to Kilimanjaro. Arrive...

Staying at Katambuga House

Last morning in the Mara before the transfer to the airstrip and your flight to Wilson, connecting to Kilimanjaro. Arrive at the airport, meet our representative for the road transfer to the luxury guest house, located in a quiet residing suburb. There is a lovely garden and swimming pool, and we have included dinner at the property.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner included

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, transfer to nearby Arusha airport for the short flight hop to Tarangire National Park. You will be met...

Staying at Oliver’s Camp

After breakfast, transfer to nearby Arusha airport for the short flight hop to Tarangire National Park. You will be met by the camp's safari guide and enjoy a meandering game drive on the way to the camp, that is located in the South of the Park, away from the busier area.

In addition of the game drives, we have included 1 night drive and 1 walking safari during your stay. Throughout the year, Tarangire is home to large herds of elephants and buffalo and a high concentration of big cats. There are also animals such as wild dogs, kudu, oryx and gerenuks that won’t be found in the north of Tanzania. And for birders, there are more than 550 species, many of which are attracted to the park’s swamps.

Back at camp, your private deck is the perfect place to sit with a cold drink and enjoy the stillness and serenity of the African bush.

After breakfast, game drive back to the airstrip and the short flight to Lake Manyara airstrip. You will be met...

Staying at Gibb’s Farm

After breakfast, game drive back to the airstrip and the short flight to Lake Manyara airstrip. You will be met and transferred to Gibb's Farm. Your stay includes your meals, the selected in-house activities at Gibb's and we have included a full day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater. The Crater boasts approximately 25 000 large animals and has one of the densest populations of lions anywhere in Tanzania. You will be collected from the farm early in the morning in closed safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for 360° views.

Back at Gibb's where you will be encouraged to immerse in the rhythms of the farm and enjoy a sense of tranquility and well-being. Awaken to the sound of bird call and while-away the days sipping on freshly roasted coffee grown on the farm.

Healthy, farm cuisine prepared fresh daily by attentive, gracious hands is the essence of the food philosophy at Gibb's. Organic farm-to-table dining inspires the senses and ignites the soul to restore and replenish your well-being. All the fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs are picked from the organic gardens and meat is sourced from local, sustainably-raised farms

Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for the flight to the North of the Serengeti. This area has amazing wildlife...

Staying at Sayari

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for the flight to the North of the Serengeti. This area has amazing wildlife all year long, and typically receives the migrating herds from end of June to September, depending on the weather pattern.

Once the migrating herds have travelled back to the southern Serengeti in December, you can experience much more privacy with fewer tourists and vehicles around the national park. This is the period of time when safari veterans like to visit and enjoy having these vast plains to themselves. There is still have plenty of wildlife around, including lions and cheetahs. You might see elephants and rhinos and even leopards lurking in the riverine forests.

Back at camp, Sayari’s rim-flow pool is set between natural rock formations for guests to cool off in while watching elephants or zebras ambling past camp. After a dip, treat yourself to a beer at the Serengeti’s first solar-powered microbrewery before an afternoon game drive and sundowners around the campfire.

End of Itinerary

Last day in the bush, breakfast at camp before the transfer to the airstrip and the flight to Arusha airport....

Last day in the bush, breakfast at camp before the transfer to the airstrip and the flight to Arusha airport. You are met and transferred through a meandering drive to Rivertrees, where we have a day room for you until it is time to check in for your international flight and we will transfer you to JRO Kilimanjaro airport.

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• The currency that you will be using on a Kenya Safari is the Kenyan shilling.
• Pack neutral-coloured clothing to blend into the bush during Game drives
• Long-sleeved shirts help to provide sun and mosquito protection
• T-shirts and shorts are also great for warmer days
• Evenings and cooler days call for jeans or longer pants 
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• The official language in Tanzania is Swahili but there are hundreds of other local dialects.
• English is the second official language and the country's commercial language. It is also the main teaching language used for all higher education institutions.
• You will find that the majority of the people that you come in contact with are fluent in English and have a surprisingly good command of the language.
• Kenya has a world of variety when it comes to tented accommodation camps, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to another realm in the bush as your every desire comes try.

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On this epic journey, explore some of the finest national parks in East Africa, from Kenya’s Masai Mara to the incomparable Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania. Keep your binoculars at hand on a trip to Lake Nakuru, a birder’s paradise; and seek out lions, leopards, and elephants in the wilds of the Serengeti. In between safaris, learn about local customs on a visit to a Maasai community and share a meal with a family in the vibrant Mto wa Mbu village.

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They surge across the Serengeti-Mara like the force of nature that they are. More than a million wildebeests, careering around the endless open plains and acacia savannas of Kenya and Tanzania.—K. M. Kostyal, Great Migrations, National Geographic Society, 2012

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Day 1 Nairobi

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Day 2 Nairobi/Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart early for Lake Nakuru, known for harbouring flocks of pink flamingos and a rich variety of bird species. Arrive at our safari lodge inside Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch, and seek out the resident rhinos on a late afternoon wildlife drive.

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Day 3 lake nakuru national park.

Set out on morning and afternoon safaris through the picturesque park, searching for buffalo, impalas, lions, and more; and drive along the salty shores of Lake Nakuru to discover a mind-boggling variety of birds.

Day 4 Lake Nakuru National Park/Lake Naivasha

This morning attend a talk given by a representative of the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)—a government institution dedicated to managing the country’s wildlife—about the issues surrounding poaching and wildlife conservation. Later head south through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, a large freshwater lake surrounded by grassy banks and olive trees. Cruise the lake on a boat, watching for hippos and buffalo; and peer through your binoculars to spot lovebirds, ibis, and the African fish eagle. Step ashore at Crescent Island—a peaceful wildlife sanctuary located in the middle of the lake— and enjoy a guided stroll in search of wildebeest, zebras, and giraffes.

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Day 5 lake naivasha/masai mara.

Travel to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve and settle into our comfortable tented camp, located in the heart of the reserve. Head out for an afternoon safari through vast, acacia-dotted plains, driving past throngs of wildebeest, zebra, and giraffes; and keep an eye out for lions, elephants, and the rest of the African “big five.” In the evening, relax at the camp and enjoy scenic views of the rolling plains.

Day 6 Masai Mara

Venture out on an early morning safari to track the animals that traversed the savanna during the night. View ungulates like Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, topi and eland antelopes—as well as their stealthy predators—at one of their most active times of the day. Continue your exploration on a late afternoon safari, discovering the timeless landscapes of Masai Mara.

Day 7 Masai Mara/Nairobi

Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the savanna during your final safari in Masai Mara, and head back to Nairobi. Stop en route at Café Ubuntu, a G Adventures–supported Planeterra project that trains and employs local women and mothers of children with disabilities. Café Ubuntu is an oasis with delicious organic food, hospitable staff, and a relaxing atmosphere based in Maai Mahiu. It is a beacon for tourists who drive through the area each year on their way to the famous Maasai Mara conservancy. Learn about how the initiative empowers the community, visit the craft centre to meet some of the women who create the wares sold there, and then sit down for a delicious farm-to-table lunch. Options range from breakfast tacos, soups, and salads, to freshly made pizzas, curry dishes, and burritos.

Day 8 Nairobi/Arusha

Fly to Arusha, gateway to the Serengeti and the northern parks of Tanzania, and settle into your lodge.

Day 9 Arusha/Lake Manyara National Park

This morning, make your way to Mto wa Mbu village, a vibrant settlement of Tanzania’s diverse tribal groups. Take a guided walk through the village, visiting the local market and meeting artisans in their workshops; then sit down for a traditional lunch with a local family. Continue to the Rift Valley escarpment and settle into our safari camp, located at the edge of Lake Manyara National Park. Set out on our first safari drive to discover East Africa’s legendary wildlife, searching for lions, elephants, hippos, giraffes, and more.

Day 10 Lake Manyara National Park/Serengeti National Park

Travel through the breathtaking Rift Valley en route to our safari camp in Serengeti National Park. Enjoy a stop along the way at the Olduvai Gorge Museum and Visitor’s Centre—located near the site where National Geographic archaeologists Louis and Mary Leakey discovered early hominid fossils and stone tools in 1960. From here, continue to the world-famous Serengeti National Park and head out on a late afternoon safari drive across the Serengeti Plain, keeping an eye out for grazing giraffes, lounging lions, and herds of antelope in the golden light.

Day 11 Serengeti National Park

Immerse yourself in the splendor of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Discover the park’s iconic creatures when you set out in a 4x4 on morning and afternoon safaris through the golden grasslands. With luck, spot all of Africa’s “big five”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. Later, visit the Serengeti Wildlife Research Centre, and enjoy a talk by one of the visiting researchers.

Day 12 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro

Depart from the Serengeti early and travel across the vast savanna to the Ngorongoro Conservation area. Spanning more than 20 kilometres in diameter, the Ngorongoro Crater is the largest non-flooded caldera in the world and is inhabited by some 25,000 animals. Set out on a full-day safari drive into the Ngorongoro Crater and observe the biodiversity and resident wild animals in this incredibly important location to the conservation and protection of global wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the world’s largest caldera surrounded by Ngorongoro’s flora and fauna. Then, travel to our accommodations in Pembeni for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay in a pristine wilderness setting.

Day 13 Ngorongoro/Arusha

Leave Ngorongoro behind this morning and travel from our lodge in Pembeni to a Maasai village. Here, we learn about the G Adventures–supported Clean Cookstoves Project, dedicated to providing clean-burning cookstoves to Maasai communities throughout Tanzania. Enjoy a presentation by a Maasai woman on the impact of the project, and take a guided tour of the village, visiting traditional homes or bomas and helping build a new stove. Continue to Arusha stopping en route for lunch. Spend the remainder of the day in the safari capital city of Tanzania, at your own leisure.

Day 14 Arusha

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What's Included

• Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kenya Wildlife Service Conservation Talk, Lake Nakuru National Park
• Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Café Ubuntu and Ubuntu Made, Maai Mahiu
• Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Serengeti Wildlife Research Centre Lecture, Serengeti National Park
• Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Clean Cookstove Project Talk, Mto wa Mbu
• Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Village Visit and Lunch, Mto wa Mbu
• Your G for Good Moment: Clean Cookstove Project Visit, Mto wa Mbu
• Arrival transfer
• Wildlife safari drives in Masai Mara National Reserve, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Nakuru, Lake Manyara, and the Serengeti
• Boat trip on Lake Naivasha and wildlife walk on Crescent Island
• Entrance to Olduvai Gorge Museum
• Internal flight
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

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Hotels (4 nts), safari lodge (4 nts), comfortable tented camps (5 nts).

13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinners Allow USD195-255 for meals not included.

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• A Rare Secluded Experience, away from Crowds There’s no question East Africa draws a lot of safari travelers. The abundant wildlife in the famous national parks of Kenya and Tanzania makes them duly popular destinations. That’s why we concentrate on private reserves where wildlife abounds but visitor numbers are strictly limited. We know you don't want to come all the way to East Africa to see a lion surrounded by 15 or 20 other safari vehicles. On the exclusive private conservancies we focus on, we'll be mostly alone with the animals.
• An Itinerary Designed Around the Migration Many companies operate the same standard “migration safari" circuit year-round, with no concern to time specific locations with the arrival of the herds. We focus on the best time to see the animals, then build our itineraries and dates around that, attempting to time our presence for peak viewing. An integral feature is our mobile base camps, strategically positioned for proximity to where wildlife is most prolific at that season.
• Exclusive Safari Activities on Private Reserves Most safaris stay within the main areas of the most popular national parks and reserves. In contrast, we choose remote small safari camps on private conservancies within the Maasai Mara and Serengeti ecosystems, away from big lodges and roads filled with vehicles. From these adjacent reserves, we have easy access to more remote sectors of the parks while also enjoying special privileges not allowed within their bounds, such as guided safari walks, off-road driving and night drives in search of nocturnal wildlife.
• Meet the World's Last Two White Rhinos & Witness Conservation in Action Located on the Laikipia Plateau in the shadow of Mount Kenya, Ol Pejeta is a working cattle ranch, which first set aside land for rhino conservation in 1988. Today this 90,000-acre preserve is the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and home to Earth's last two northern white rhinos . Visit this pair of females with their guards, and learn about groundbreaking science that's being done to save their species.
• Coveted Early Morning Access to Ngorongoro Crater We've designed our itinerary to make sure we are at the gate to enter Ngorongoro Crater the moment the reserve opens early in the morning. Our timing ensures a full day on safari in the crater, with an early arrival to beat the crowds. With expedited access to wildlife viewing on the crater floor early in the morning, we'll be there when many animals are most active.
• Small Groups Mean Better Wildlife Encounters We travel with a maximum of  12 guests. Many East African safaris take groups of 20 or more, packed into cramped mini-buses. Small groups mean we get closer to the herds, have better photo opportunities, and our experience is enriched by personalized interpretation from our Expedition Leaders as we watch the wildlife action side by side.
• Maximize Comfort & Time with Internal Flights  Many safari companies transport you to and from the bush by vehicle—meaning long, dusty drives over rough roads. We’ve included flights wherever possible, maximizing time for what you have come to East Africa for: wildlife viewing on safari.
• Count on a Window Seat & Plenty of Space in Our Chartered Vehicles We limit the number in each safari vehicle to maximize comfort, and every traveler has a window seat for unimpeded views and photography—this is not the case with every safari operator. 
• The World's Finest Safari Guides Natural Habitat Adventures is known worldwide for employing the finest naturalist guides on the planet. In Kenya and Tanzania, our own Expedition Leaders  are with our groups from beginning to end. They are among the most highly trained guides in Africa, averaging more than 15 years' guiding experience and dedicated to sharing exceptional knowledge and highly personalized service. Their training is further enhanced with resources from WWF’s top scientists. See Expedition Leader bios  and traveler comments regarding the quality of our leaders.
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• Last Updated On: September 10, 2023

Kenya and Tanzania are at the top of the bucket list for many people and perhaps the first things that come to mind when you think of a “safari”. Surreal landscapes, towering mountains, warm culture, and the most fantastic safaris African offer are just a few things you can expect from these two countries. The Masai Mara and Serengeti are also home to the Great Migration where millions of Wildebeests and Zebras cross from one reserve to the other attracting lurking predators making for the best safari experience you can imagine.

As Kenya and Tanzania share a border, it is very feasible to do the two countries together as part of the same trip. Like my two weeks spent in Peru and Bolivia , two weeks in Kenya and Tanzania is also a tight squeeze. You’ll be on the go constantly but you will end up seeing the main highlights of the two countries. I would recommend at least 4 weeks to see the two countries but that’s not the world we live in and who has 4 weeks off to travel somewhere??

In addition, this post will feature two itineraries: budget+midrange, and luxury (near the end of the post).

Where I went in Kenya and Tanzania

I came to East Africa in September which was at the tail end of the migration. The heart of the migration is in the month of August. I still was able to witness an insane amount of wildlife although not the crossing of the wildebeests. Expect to pay much higher rates during this period and be prepared to book accommodations well in advance!

Kenya and Tanzania share the same seasons. The dry season running from June to October offers the best game viewing in both countries. The rainy season runs from Dec to Apr with shoulder seasons in between.

In total, this itinerary is perfect for anyone with  14-16 days  to see both countries. These are the highlights of the trip

• Ngorongoro Crater

If these places ring a bell and sound like the places you want to visit, this is the perfect itinerary for you! I did my trip in that specific order but it is easy to mix and match depending on what you want to see.

Zanzibar is a beach destination and if this isn’t your jam, then consider doing a hike up Mount Kilimanjaro after the safaris in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Alternatively, the beaches around Mombasa, Kenya are just as pristine as Zanzibar but at a fraction of the costs and tourist numbers.

I did the entire trip on an overland tour with Acacia Africa. An overland trip will be more expensive than doing it yourself but I’d highly recommend them if you are one or two people and you don’t want the hassle of planning the trip. In addition, you get to meet some amazing people that will keep you entertained the entire trip. This itinerary focuses on those that are not planning to do an overland tour! For more info about overland tours, read my detailed Overland Tour Guide.

Detailed Posts

• The Masai Mara
• The Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Is Kenya and Tanzania Safe to Travel?

This is a common question I always get about traveling through Africa. It’s not unfounded as you’re constantly being bombarded by the media in Western countries about crime statistics, poverty, political unrest and the like.

I’ve traveled extensively all around Africa and it’s like any other developing part of the world I’ve been to. There are some sketchy pockets but the vast majority of the country is completely fine. This is like  every country I’ve ever been to , first world or third world. Like South Africa’s safety  or Egypt’s safety , the big cities see more crime, and potential for crime picks up at night time. Avoid flashing the cash, reciprocate the friendly attitudes of the locals, try the local food and drinks, and you’ll be fine.

Visas for Kenya and Tanzania

Visas for the two countries can be purchased at the border or airport and do not require any preparation before hand. The Kenyan visa costs  $50 USD . Make sure your USD bills are crisp, post 2006 bills. They will turn away bills with wear and tear without hesitation.

For Tanzania, the fee is  $100 USD  for American citizens. All other Western countries (UK, EU, AU, CA etc.) will pay  $50 USD.  Not sure why Americans have to pay more here but perhaps something to do with reciprocation.

As of 2016, Tanzania has pulled out of the East Africa Visa which let people travel Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda on one visa for $100 USD. If you are planning to visit Uganda or Rwanda after this trip, it will make sense to purchase the East Africa Visa. Otherwise, it’s more economical to just purchase the Kenyan visa by itself.

Budget vs Not Budget Travel in Kenya and Tanzania

Africa is not a cheap place to travel with the exception of South Africa (which is very easy and cheap to travel through) . Sure the locals live off next to nothing but you’re not coming here to live like a local. You’re coming here to go on a safari and do touristy things. These safari experiences have long been catered to older wealthier retirees with money to spend.

Unlike South Africa’s Kruger which has accommodation and safari options in all price ranges, the offerings are much more scarce in Kenya and Tanzania.

For budget travelers, you can expect to stay in a tent if you want to keep costs below $100 a night. If you can spend $200-$400, you can expect to stay in a modest permanent tent with some amenities in place.

For luxury travelers , you can easily spend over $1,000 a night for a ridiculous 5* all inclusive lodge that has more amenities than you could ever imagine.

Full Kenya and Tanzania Itinerary

The Itinerary starts in Nairobi, the defacto International Hub of Eastern Africa. Nairobi’s International airport is world class and flights from all around the world come here. It’s most likely that the cheapest and easiest flights you can find will arrive here.

From Nairobi, head to the Masai Mara for an epic 3 day/2 night Big 5 safari in one of the most epic game reserves in Africa. Return to Nairobi before either taking the bus to Arusha or flying to Kilimanjaro. From these towns, an even more epic safari to the Serengeti for 3 days/2 nights and Ngorongoro Crater for 2 days/1 night awaits.

Then you will return to either Arusha or Kilimanjaro. A flight to Zanzibar is in order after this where you’ll spend the next 5-6 nights in paradise.

Day 1-2: Explore Nairobi

My flight landed in Nairobi around noon time. Because there is so much to do in this itinerary, I would elect to spend less time in Kenya’s capital and more time seeing the game reserves. There are plenty of things to do in Nairobi for tourists but like most African capitals, it is hectic and not a picturesque place. But like most African capitals, once you dedicate the time and effort to exploring the town (and meeting some cool locals), the place really opens up and is actually quite fun. For the purpose of this itinerary which is focused on tourism, Nairobi will just be a stopover before the Masai Mara.

As I had my whole afternoon to explore at my leisure, I went to the Giraffe Center. I very much enjoyed my visit here to learn and interact with giraffes. It is about 45 minutes from the downtown area but with  Uber readily available in Nairobi nowadays, it is very easy and incredibly affordable to visit. For a 40 minute Uber ride to the Giraffe Sanctuary, expect to pay under 1,000 shillings. The entrance fee for the Giraffe Sanctuary is 1,000 shillings.

From the Giraffe Sanctuary, have dinner at the famous Carnivore restaurant. This is a Brazilian Churascarria style restaurant that serves many different cuts of meat. Unlike the Carnivore in Johannesburg , this location does  not serve any game meats.

Where to stay in Nairobi:  For budget travelers, I recommend the Wildebeest Eco Camp  and for middle end accommodation, I recommend  Salmiya Place.

Day 2-4: Masai Mara

Finally, on to the good stuff! From Nairobi, it’s time to visit the famous Masai Mara. During July and August, if luck is on your side, you may be able to see the Great Migration. Literally millions of Wildebeests and Zebras cross from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara to seek new food sources. Lions and other predators follow suit making this a prime time to view the Big 5 in action!

• Read my detailed post on the Masai Mara

There are hundreds of tour companies in Nairobi that will offer to book your Masai Mara tour. You can join an overland tour like  Acacia Africa  or  Nomad  or  G Adventures , where you you will travel in a truck for the next two weeks visiting the highlights I have mentioned. You’ll also meet other travelers which can and will make the trip a lot more enjoyable!

Booking a Masai Mara Safari

Booking a safari to the Masai Mara can be complicated. You need to book your accommodation in the Masai Mara, but this usually doesn’t include game drives (unless you’re staying in a luxury lodge) which will cost extra but that’s the whole point of coming here so you’ll want to pay for this. You will also need to book a car transfer from Nairobi. My advice? Book everything all in one.

My preferred choice of accommodation on a budget is  Mara Explorers Camp and Backpackers which is next door to the  Enkolong Camp , another good option. The rates at these places are all inclusive of meals which are basic but still tasty. For a tent, expect to pay 5000 shillings a night per person and up to 8000 shillings a night for a little cottage. The best option is just to book their safari packages which include accommodation, food, transfer to and from Nairobi, and all game drives. These normally run $400-$500 per person for 3 days and 2 nights.

The schedule works like such:

• Pick up early in the morning from Nairobi
• Arrive in Masai Mara in the afternoon, just in time for a sunset drive
• Full day game drive on day 2
• Morning game drive on day 3 before arriving back in Nairobi at 17:00-18:00h

Where to stay in Masai Mara:  For budget travelers, Mara Explorers Camp and Backpackers Lodge , or Enkolong Camp . For midrange travelers, the Sekenani Camp.

Day 5: Nairobi to Arusha

After returning from an amazing Masai Mara safari, the next step is to reach Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. From Nairobi, there are numerous bus companies that make the journey to Arusha.

There are two companies I have experience with, Riverside Shuttle and Marangu Shuttles.  The cost for this transfer is $25-$30 USD one way. They will pick you up from your accommodation in Nairobi as well. The vans/buses that they use are actually quite comfortable.

The Namanga border crossing can be quite a disaster at times but overall, the journey will take 4-6 hours depending on traffic on the road and at the border. Remember to have USD cash ready for the Tanzanian visa.

US Citizens need to pay $100 USD while other Western countries pay $50. Make sure the cash bills are crisp without any wear and tear.

What to do in Arusha

The transfer arrives in Arusha in the early afternoon. This is too late to go to the Serengeti right away as those trips only leave in the mornings (like in the Masai Mara). Don’t worry, there is plenty in Arusha to occupy you for a half day.

Accommodations in Arusha are in abundance and fairly cheap. I would recommend staying at the  White House of Tanzania  which is run by an amazing family. Loads of travelers stay here before going to the Serengeti which makes for a fun place to meet people.

Go for a Masai village walk here which is quite interesting and insightful. I loved my stay in Arusha and could have used another day to be honest. The food in town is delicious and the views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance is stunning as well!

Day 6-8: Serengeti Safari

Having been to a dozen different major game reserves on the continent, the Serengeti is firmly at the number 1 spot. The sheer abundance of wildlife here is stunning as I saw the Big5 within an hour, and the landscape is as picturesque as you can imagine. It’s the first image that comes to mind when you think of a safari. The Lion King movie is based off the Serengeti after all which is perhaps why the Serengeti comes to mind first for so many people.

• Read my detailed account of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater

Like the Masai Mara, the Serengeti is also expensive and the options are few. You can either do a camping safari for budget prices, or spring out for the ultra luxury lodges that can eclipse prices of $2,000 per night. There are various mid range options as well for $250-400 a night which I would highly recommend doing if you can swing it!

I would recommend 2 nights in the Serengeti and 1 night in the Ngorongoro Crater for a total of 4 days and 3 nights for the two parks. The Serengeti is 6-8 hours west of Arusha and the Ngorongoro Crater is 4-5 hours west of Arusha. It is very common to do these two parks on the same trip as they are both along the same road.

Where to stay in the Serengeti:  For budget travelers, you will likely be staying at a campsite within the outer ring of the park (still inside the park) as a part of a budget safari tour. For mid range, stay at the  Mbalageti Serengeti Camp.

Day 8-9: Ngorongoro Crater

The Ngorongoro crater is next up on the itinerary. This is one of my favorite places in Tanzania and the game viewing is spectacular. It’s much smaller than the Serengeti so one significant game drive is enough to get a feel for the area. Most tours will spent just 1 night in the Ngorongoro crater with a long game drive in the morning.

Due to its size and its crater shape, there are many animals densely packed in allowing for some fantastic game viewing. There are not many options to stay here, and everyone that is camping will be staying at the Ngorongoro Simba Campsite  which I found nice enough. If you want something a little nicer that is not camping, try the Rhino Lodge which is about $300 per night.

Where to stay in Ngorongoro Crater: For budget travelers, you’ll likely be staying in the  Ngorongoro Simba Campsite.  For midrange travelers, I recommend the  Pembani Rhotia

Day 10: Getting to Zanzibar from Arusha

From Arusha, there are two ways to get to Zanzibar; take a bus to Dar Es Salaam and then a ferry to Zanzibar, or fly. While the traditional backpacker way would be to take a bus and the ferry, I’m here to say that flying is the much better option.

Firstly, the bus ride from Arusha to Dar Es Salaam is long and arduous. The total journey time is 10-12 hours. Then you’ll have to overnight in Dar Es Salaam or a nearby town before taking the ferry to Zanzibar the following day. There are some cool little towns around Dar Es Salaam like Bagamoyo but it’s not worth the trouble to go all the way there just to stay a night. While the journey by road does offer some fantastic scenery and rustic experiences of the Tanzanian country-side, your precious time is much better spent Zanzibar with just two weeks!

Therefore, I would highly recommend taking a 1 hr flight from Kilimanjaro Airport or Arusha Airport to Zanzibar. Numerous airlines make the flight (Air Tanzania, Precision Air, ZanAir). These flights cost $100-$150 for a one way flight from Kilimanjaro and slightly more from Arusha.

For comparison, the bus from Arusha to Dar Es Salaam is $25. You’ll also need to pay to get to the bus station in Arusha and then to get to your guesthouse when you arrive in Dar Es Salaam, so add another $15 to that price and you get $40 for the bus transfer. The ferry from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar is $35 one way so the total cost to get from Arusha to Zanzibar is at least $75 USD.

That’s not a big savings when you compare it to a flight!

Day 10-15: Stone Town and Zanzibar

The last part of the trip is enjoying the culture and pristine beaches of Zanzibar. You can’t go wrong with any itinerary in Zanzibar to be honest but do know that the island itself is very large and getting around is expensive. Having a plan of attack is definitely necessary. With 5 nights, you can adequately explore a bit of the island.

• Read my detailed post on Zanzibar

Stone Town, Zanzibar City

Stone Town is the starting point for most visitors to Zanzibar. It’s the largest city on Zanzibar Island and is one of the most fascinating cities in Africa. It reminds me a bit of Ilha De Mozambique . Spices from all around the world were brought to Zanzibar in the old days and are harvested to this day. It’s also a giant melting pot of cultures as African, Arabian, and Indian all converge on one island. The result is some incredibly unique and delicious food.

There are no nice beaches in Stone Town but the food and cultural experience alone is worth at least a night. If you’re looking for a budget trip to Zanzibar, I would stay 2 nights in Stone Town to explore the markets, go on a Spice Tour, and visit the historic sites like the slave markets. Then spend 3 nights in a beach destination like Nungwi or Kendwa

Beaches in Zanzibar

Zanzibar is perhaps known for two things: Pristine Indian ocean beaches and the birthplace of Freddy Mercury. Focusing on the beaches part, Zanzibar has a long coastline of turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. The resorts are scattered all along Zanzibar’s coast with the highest concentration on the eastern part of the island.

The whole Eastern side of the island is one long atoll reef. Like the Quirimbas Archipelago in Mozambique , the tide movements are quite drastic. In the mornings, it’s possible to walk out a half kilometer on the sandy beach.

Zanzibar has fantastic scuba diving and snorkeling, as well as a myriad of other water activities on tap like kitesurfing, windsurfing, the Safari Blue day trip, and the ultra famous Rock Restaurant.

Where to stay in Zanzibar:  For budget travelers, Garden Beach Bungalows, Sagando, and Paje hotels can be booked for under $50/night. For a slightly better experience, I’d recommend Queen of Sheba, Zanzistar, and Mnana Beach Bungalows. You can find rooms at these mid-range accommodations for around $100 a night.

For a higher price range, stay at the Dreams of Zanzibar Hotel in the Northeast area of Kiwengwa. You can get an all inclusive stay for 2 people for $300-350 a night. The food here was absolutely fantastic and the rooms were a treat especially after 10 days of (not so difficult) camping.

Kenya and Tanzania Two week Itinerary Day by Day breakdown

Here is a day by day breakdown of my two week Kenya and Tanzania itinerary.

Day 1 – Nairobi:  Explore Nairobi Day 2 – Nairobi to Masai Mara:  Early morning transfer to the Masai Mara, afternoon game drive Day 3 – Masai Mara:  Full day game drive Day 4 – Masai Mara to Nairobi:  Morning game drive, transfer back to Nairobi Day 5 – Nairobi to Arusha:  Transfer to Arusha by bus Day 6 – Arusha to Serengeti:  Early morning transfer to the Serengeti, afternoon game drive Day 7 – Serengeti:  Full day game drive Day 8 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater:  Morning Serengeti game drive, afternoon transfer to Ngorongoro crater Day 9 – Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha:  Morning game drive in the Ngorongoro crater, transfer back to Arusha in the afternoon Day 10 – Arusha to Zanzibar:  Flight on Air Tanzania or Precision Air to Zanzibar, stay in Stone Town, night markets exploration Day 11 – Stone Town:  Full day in Stone Town, Spicy Tour, explore night markets Day 12 – Stone Town to Nungwi: Early morning transfer to the north of Zanzibar, Beach time Day 13 – Nungwi:  Beach Day 14 – Nungwi:  Beach stay in Zanzibar Day 15 – Nungwi:  Beach stay in Zanzibar Day 16 – Fly Home

Luxury Travel Itinerary For Kenya and Tanzania

Luxury travel around Kenya and Tanzania is a whole different ballgame. You may as well disregard everything above this section! If you’re going on a honeymoon or if money is of no object (or both), this is the itinerary for you.

There will be no 7 hour car rides or waiting 2 hours at the border for no reason other than it just being Africa. No tents with sleeping bags, and certainly no drop toilets. For luxury safari seekers, this is the perfect itinerary for you. Note that it is of course possible to combine elements of a luxury trip with a more budget trip, it all just depends on how much money you want to spend.

Flying everywhere in Kenya and Tanzania

Believe it or not, there are actually flights from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, the Mara to the Serengeti, the Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater, and from the crater to Arusha or Kilimanjaro. Technically, you do  not need to take any bus rides in Kenya and Tanzania if you don’t want to. Not a single one!  Safari Link  is a charter airline that flies within Kenya to all the little airstrips in the Masai Mara.  Coastal Aviation is its counterpart in Tanzania.

Fly from Nairobi to the Masai Mara

Instead of the grueling 7 hour drive from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, take a flight with Safari Link airlines instead. From Nairobi, there are two daily flights to the Masai Mara. Your lodge will pick you up from the airstrip when you arrive. Expect to pay around $200 USD for a one way flight.

• Click here for Safari Link’s schedule and rates

Fly from the Masai Mara to the Serengeti

This one is a bit trickier. There are no direct roads leading from the Mara to the Serengeti even though it might look like it does on a map. For the average traveler, getting from the Masai mara to the Serengeti involves going back to Nairobi, taking a bus to Arusha, and then a transfer to the Serengeti the following day. All in all, about 2 full days of travel.

Alternatively, you can fly from the Masai Mara back to Nairobi, and take another flight to Kilimanjaro Airport. Kilimanjaro airport is the larger more central airport in Tanzania (about 1 hour east of Arusha). There are multiple daily flights from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro airport. From Kilimanjaro Airport, take a land transfer to the Serengeti (7-8 hours).

This is all a lot of work. There must be a way to just fly direct from the Masai Mara to the Serengeti right? The answer is  yes .

Coastal Aviation in conjunction with  Safari Link offers flights between the two reserves. From the Masai Mara, take a Safari Link flight to Migori Airstrip , which is the border town of Kenya and Tanzania. From Migori, you’ll take a car transfer to Tarime, Tanzania which is included in the price of the airfare. Similar to crossing the Peru-Bolivia border , Safari link can only operate in Kenya and Coastal Aviation only in Tanzania.

• Click here for Coastal Aviation’s schedule and rates

From Tarime, take the Coastal Aviation flight to Arusha. There are numerous airstrips within the Serengeti where different ultra luxury lodges reside, and this Coastal Aviation flight stops at each of them like a bus.

Fly from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater

Continue with Coastal Aviation and take the flight to Lake Manyara where your lodge in the Ngorongoro crater will pick you up. It’s a 1 hour car transfer from Lake Manyara airport to the Ngorongoro Crater.

Fly from the Ngorongoro Crater to Zanzibar

From Lake Manyara, take Coastal Aviation to Arusha or Kilimanjaro. Both airports offer regular daily transfers to Zanzibar. You also don’t need to continue flying with Coastal Aviation if you don’t want but it might be easier just to continue with them all the way to Zanzibar.

Luxury Lodge Options in Kenya and Tanzania

There are so many expensive lodging options that anyone not planning a luxury trip will be sad to read this section. You have been warned. I will list the options by luxury ($350-$1,000 a night for two people) and ultra luxury (Over $1,000 a night for two people).

Note that the Serengeti is absolutely massive and if you are targeting a visit during the migration months, I would recommend staying in the Northern section of the Serengeti. This is where all the action will be as the herds migrate from the Serengeti into the Masai Mara.

Giraffe Manor –  World famous lodge outside of Nairobi where you can have breakfast and feed giraffes directly outside your window. Perhaps the most Instagram worth place on the entire trip!

Masai Mara – Luxury Lodges

• Neptune Mara Lodge
• Sand River Lodge
• Sekenani Camp
• Governor’s camp
• Entumoto Safari Camp
• Amani Mara Camp

Masai Mara – Ultra Luxury Lodges

• Angama Mara Lodge
• andBeyond Kitchwa Tembo Tented Camp
• andBeyond Bateleur Camp
• Ngerende in the Wild
• Mahali Mzuri – Sir Richard Branson’s Kenyan Safari Camp
• Great Plains Conservation Mara Plains Camp

Serengeti – Luxury Lodges

• Nomad Serengeti Camp
• Nasikia Migration Mobile Camp
• Serengeti Simba Lodge
• Grumeti Migration Camp
• Mara Under Canvas Tented Camp

Serengeti – Ultra Luxury Lodges

• Any of the Singita Lodges
• Any of the Lemala Lodges
• Any of the Lamai Lodges
• andBeyond Serengeti Under Canvas
• andBeyond Grumeti Tented Camp
• andBeyond Klein’s Camp

Ngorongoro Crater – Luxury Lodges

• Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
• Oldeani Mountain Lodge
• Neptune luxury lodge

Ngorongoro Crater – Ultra Luxury Lodges

• andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
• Lemala Ngorongoro Lodge

Luxury Travel Two Week Kenya and Tanzania Day by Day Breakdown

The luxury tour differs from the budget tour itinerary because you have an extra two days by not having to drive anywhere. In addition, one night is added for Nairobi to stay at the Giraffe Manor and another night is added for the Ngorongoro Crater.

Day 1 – Nairobi:  Giraffe Manor Lodge Day 2 – Nairobi:  Giraffe Manor Lodge Day 3 – Nairobi to Masai Mara:  Flight from Nairobi to Masai Mara, afternoon game drive Day 4 – Masai Mara:  Full day in Masai Mara Day 5 – Masai Mara to Serengeti:  Morning game drive, transfer to Migori Airport at 11:30, take a car transfer to Tarime, Tanzania and take the Coastal Aviation flight to the Serengeti. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive Day 6 – Serengeti:  Full day in Serengeti Day 7 – Serengeti:  Full day in Serengeti Day 8 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater:  Morning Serengeti game drive, Coastal Aviation flight to Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara car transfer to the Ngorongoro Crater Day 9 – Ngorongoro Crater:  Full Day in Ngorongoro Crater Day 10 – Ngorongoro Crater to Zanzibar: Morning game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, flight from Lake Manyara to Arusha to Zanzibar Day 11 – Zanzibar:  Full day in Stone Town, Spicy Tour, explore night markets Day 12 – Zanzibar: Early morning transfer to the north of Zanzibar, Beach time Day 13 – Zanzibar:  Beach Day 14 – Zanzibar:  Beach stay in Zanzibar Day 15 – Zanzibar:  Beach stay in Zanzibar Day 16 – Fly Home

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• Ultimate Safari Guide For The Serengeti And Ngorongoro Crater
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Jaw dropping post here, Johnny!

The luxury lodges looks incredible!

We went to Tanzania recently and fell in love and can’t wait to go back! We’d love to explore more and go to Kenya too! Hopefully soon!

Thank you for your insight!

Very helpful post thank you!

JUST AMAZING! THIS IS THE KIND OF BLOG POST I WAS LOOKING FOR

Hi Annette glad you enjoyed it and happy travels!

What a great post, thanks for sharing!

Outstanding fun you have there. Good Luck!

Wow! This is so detailed and helpful! I’ve always just considered choosing between Kenya or Tanzania. Both countries have their own unique attractions. I think in the end it all boils down to what you are really up for during the trip. I hear if you’re leaning towards a vibrant city nightlife coupled with amazing natural landmarks then Kenya is the place to be. But if you’re more into enjoying the vast wilderness and wildlife plus a relaxing time at the beach then Tanzania is ideal. I guess getting to enjoy the best of both would definitely be ideal, just like how you did it.

I would agree with that! Nairobi definitely has a vibrant city life and the Serengeti in Tanzania for me is the ultimate wildlife experience.

The Tanzanian government has been leaning towards Southern Africa than East Africa. This also makes it difficult for Kenya tour vehicles with Kenyan registration plates to enter Tanzania parks.

That is interesting to hear! So do you think the chances that Tanzania resumes their participation in the East Africa Visa is slim?

Yeah i wouldn’t count on it. Last year a group of maasai herdsmen crossed over from Kenya to Tanzania and their cows were seized and auctioned. You gotta remember these borders are really just on the map in most areas so its hard to even know where Kenya ends and Tanzania begins.

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Arrival in nairobi.

Welcome to Kenya. Upon arrival in Nairobi, a local representative will be waiting at the airport to transfer you to your comfortable hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax ahead of your safari adventure. Overnight at Eka Hotel (or similar).

Things to do:

Visit endangered rothschild’s giraffes, meet orphaned elephants at the sheldrick wildlife trust, visit the karen blixen museum, nairobi & lake nakuru.

After breakfast, drive for 2-hours to Lake Nakuru in the famous Great Rift Valley. Lake Nakuru National Park is a haven for birdlife, with over 400 colourful African species found here, including spoonbills, storks and pelicans. But perhaps the most famous visitors are the flocks of pink flamingos who gather here attracted by the blue-green algae that they feed on. On arrival there will be time for a relaxed lunch, before heading out on an afternoon game drive to explore the incredible surroundings. Overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (or similar).

Enjoy a birdwatching bonanza at Lake Nakuru

Lake nakuru.

Spend a second day exploring Lake Nakuru National Park. As well as an opportunity for more bird spotting, the park also provides habitat for lion, leopard, buffalo and Rothschild giraffe, as well as white rhino and the endangered black rhino. Returning from your game drive, there’ll be time to relax and enjoy the panoramic lake views from the lodge. Overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (or similar).

Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara

After an early breakfast, drive for 7-hours to the most famous wildlife reserve in the world – the incredible Maasai Mara. Home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world, the endless wide-open savannah and rolling grasslands truly epitomise Kenya. On arrival, there’ll be time to relax at your luxury lodge and enjoy the wildlife and uninterrupted views from the large viewing deck. Overnight at Mara Engai Lodge (or similar).

Serengeti views at Mara Engai Lodge

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Prepare yourself for an unforgettable day, beginning with a highly recommended optional hot air balloon safari. Drift upwards as the sun rises across the vast savannah, offering an endless panorama and completely new perspective on the wildlife roaming far below. Afterwards, head out on morning and afternoon game drives into the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The reserve offers fantastic chances of seeing the Big Five, and other wildlife including giraffe, hyena and impala. Look out for lions basking in the shade or an elusive solo leopard - there are few places better for viewing big cats. Overnight at Mara Engai Lodge (or similar).

The Maasai Mara balloon safari

The vantage point breakfast with serengeti views, maasai mara & arusha.

After an early breakfast, drive for 7-hours back to Nairobi Airport for your flight to Tanzania. Upon arrival in Arusha, a local representative will be waiting for you at the airport. You’ll transfer to your comfortable hotel with a refreshing pool and views of Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro. The rest of the day is free to relax ahead of the second half of your safari adventure. Overnight at Kibo Palace Hotel (or similar).

Arusha & Lake Manyara

After breakfast, drive for 2-hours past rustic villages and coffee, maize and banana plantations to Lake Manyara. You’ll arrive in time for lunch at the Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge, a rustic-luxe lodge located on the rim of the Great African Rift Valley. After lunch enjoy your first game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, an impressive landscape mixing dense forest, small open plains and lush waterside grasses. Here you’ll search for buffalo, hippos, elephants, flamingos and the tree-climbing lions that the park is famous for. Overnight at Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge (or similar).

See tree-climbing lions and 400 species of birds at Lake Manyara

Lake manyara & serengeti.

Today you’ll take a scenic 5-hour drive north through the highlands to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, arriving at Embalakai Camp in time for lunch. Serengeti is one of the most prominent national parks in Africa, filled with an abundance of varied wildlife with a particularly high concentration of big cats. The park also boasts some of the richest birdlife in the region with over 500 species including ostrich, hornbill, African fish eagle and the secretary bird. You’ll spend the afternoon exploring the open plains on a game drive, before returning to camp for dinner. Overnight at Embalakai Camp (or similar).

Enjoy a dream safari in the Serengeti

The serengeti bush dinner.

Today you’ll enjoy a full day game drive in the Serengeti, but first there’s the opportunity to take a thrilling hot-air balloon safari to gain a whole new perspective of the Serengeti. Wake early and watch as the balloon is prepared, then take flight and drift upwards as the sun rises. The bright pink-orange haze is visible for miles across the vast savannah, as wildlife roam below. After breakfast, head into the national park in search of the big cats, rhino, buffalo and giraffe that inhabit its vast open plains. You’ll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch while admiring the monumental panorama and seemingly endless horizon. Overnight at Embalakai Camp (or similar).

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Witness the world’s top wildlife show: the great migration, serengeti & ngorongoro.

After breakfast, drive for 4.5-hours to Ngorongoro with the chance of viewing game across the vast Serengeti plains. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch en route, before heading into the incredible Ngorongoro Crater for an afternoon game drive. This collapsed volcanic crater is 12 miles in diameter and 600 metres deep, with fertile soil and a vast lake attracting a huge range of wildlife including the Big Five and critically endangered black rhino. After a memorable safari experience, drive to your colonial-style lodge located on a hillside above the quiet town of Karatu, where dinner with be served with far-reaching views. Overnight at Oldeani Mountain Lodge (or similar).

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This morning drive for 3-hours to Arusha, for lunch before your return flight to the UK or onward travel.

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Flooding Inundates Kenya, Killing at Least 32 and Displacing Thousands

Heavy rains also pounded other nations in East Africa, including Tanzania, where at least 155 people were killed, according to the country’s prime minister.

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Days of torrential rains have pummeled parts of Kenya, leaving at least 32 dead, 15 injured and more than 40,000 people displaced, according to officials. The flooding has killed nearly 1,000 farm animals and destroyed thousands of acres of crops, with more rain expected across the country in the coming days.

The rains began in March during what is known in the country as the “long rains,” but intensified over the past week, according to the Kenya Meteorological Department .

Heavy rains have also pounded other nations across East Africa. In Tanzania, at least 155 people were killed and 236 others injured from the relentless rain that has swept several parts of the country in recent days, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa said on Thursday.

The rains affected some 200,000 people, Mr. Majaliwa added, and caused damage to farms, bridges, roads, schools and places of worship. The Tanzania Meteorological Authority warned that heavy rains and strong winds would continue to pummel several towns and cities, including the port city of Dar es Salaam.

In Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, where some of the country’s heaviest rain has fallen, more than 30,000 people have been displaced, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs . On Tuesday, 18 people there were stranded and later rescued, including seven children, the Kenya Red Cross Society said.

Edwin Sifuna, the Nairobi County senator, said on social media that the local government there was “clearly overwhelmed,” and he called on the federal government for help.

“The situation in Nairobi has escalated to extreme levels,” he wrote in a post that included a video of people stranded on rooftops surrounded by floodwaters.

Kithure Kindiki, cabinet secretary for the Interior Ministry, said in a social media post on Thursday that several government agencies were beginning a joint operation to assist the victims, conduct rescues and evacuate those who remain at risk.

The heavy rains on Wednesday forced Kenya Railways to suspend commuter train services. The Kenya Urban Roads Authority also partially closed four major roads in Nairobi and warned of heavy flooding along several major highways in the capital and in the coastal city of Mombasa.

The rains were not expected to subside over the next few days, according to the Kenya Meteorological Department, which had rain in the forecast for parts of the country, including Nairobi, through Monday. The agency also warned of a high likelihood of breakouts of diseases such as malaria and diarrhea in some areas.

The latest downpours come just months after torrential rains and floods killed dozens of people and displaced thousands more nationwide.

Here are photographs of the flooding in Kenya:

A flooded river in Mathare, a sprawling shantytown in Nairobi where many live in tin shacks.

Swimming through floodwaters to try to rescue people stranded in their homes in Mathare. Most of those displaced in Nairobi live in informal settlements, according to the United Nations.

Residents of Mathare tried to salvage goods from their homes. Many people in Nairobi live in high-density areas that lack proper roads, water or power infrastructure.

Residents in Mathare trying to clear muddy water from their homes. Missing or blocked drainage systems have been blamed for exacerbating the floods.

Clinging to buses and trucks to avoid flooded roads in Nairobi.

Homes in several neighborhoods across the capital were submerged, leading to evacuations.

The torrential rains affected almost half of Kenya’s 47 counties, according to the United Nations.

Using a boat to traverse floodwaters in the Githurai area of Nairobi.

Flooding inundated entire roadways in Machakos County, about 35 miles southeast of Nairobi.

The swollen Athi River. The river burst its banks and flooded homes in Machakos County, officials said.

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Kenya and Tanzania were bracing Thursday for a cyclone on the heels of torrential rains that have devastated East Africa, killing more than 350 people and forcing tens of thousands from their homes.

In addition to claiming 188 lives in Kenya since March, the floods have displaced 165,000 people, with 90 reported missing, the interior ministry said, as the government warned citizens to remain on alert.

"Crucially, the coastal region is likely to experience Cyclone Hidaya, which will result in heavy rainfall, large waves and strong winds that could affect marine activities in the Indian Ocean," the office of Kenyan President William Ruto said.

Neighboring Tanzania, where at least 155 people have been killed in flooding and landslides, is also expected to feel the force of Hidaya.

"The presence of Hidaya Cyclone... is expected to dominate and affect the weather patterns in the country including heavy rain and strong winds in some Regions near Indian Ocean," Tanzania Red Cross Society said on X, formerly Twitter.

Kenya's capital Nairobi is among the areas expected to suffer heavy rains over the next three days, the Kenya Meteorological Department said on X, warning of strong winds and large ocean waves along the country's coastline.

The forecaster urged residents to be vigilant for flash floods and lightning strikes, adding that strong winds could "blow off roofs, uproot trees" and cause other damage.

The heavier than usual rains have also claimed at least 29 lives in Burundi, with 175 people injured, and tens of thousands displaced since September last year, the United Nations said.

Stranded tourists

Earlier this week Ruto announced he was deploying Kenya's military to evacuate everyone living in flood-prone areas.

In a bulletin released Thursday evening, the interior ministry ordered anyone living close to major rivers or near 178 "filled up or near filled up dams or water reservoirs" to vacate the area within 24 hours, warning that they would otherwise face "mandatory evacuation for their safety."

The devastation has also affected Kenya's tourism sector—a key economic driver—with some 100 tourists marooned in the famed Maasai Mara wildlife reserve on Wednesday after a river overflowed, flooding lodges and safari camps.

Rescuers later managed to evacuate 90 people by ground and air, the interior ministry said.

The area is currently inaccessible with bridges washed away, Narok West sub-county administrator Stephen Nakola told AFP, adding that about 50 camps in the reserve have been affected, putting more than 500 locals temporarily out of work.

There are no fatalities but communities living around the area have been forced to move away.

"Accessing the Mara is now a nightmare and the people stuck there are really worried, they don't have an exit route," Nakola said, adding that waterborne diseases were likely to emerge.

"I am worried that the situation could get worse because the rains are still on."

In the deadliest single incident in Kenya, dozens of villagers were killed when a dam burst on Monday near Mai Mahiu in the Rift Valley, about 60 kilometers (40 miles) north of Nairobi.

The interior ministry said 52 bodies had been recovered and 51 people were still missing after the dam disaster.

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Opposition politicians and lobby groups have accused Ruto's government of being unprepared and slow to respond to the crisis despite weather warnings.

"Kenya's government has a human rights obligation to prevent foreseeable harm from climate change and extreme weather events and to protect people when a disaster strikes," Human Rights Watch said Thursday.

The United States and Britain have issued travel warnings for Kenya, urging their nationals to be cautious amid the extreme weather.

The devastation has sparked an outpouring of condolences and pledges of solidarity from all over the world, including from Pope Francis and UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres.

The rains have been amplified by the El Niño weather pattern—a naturally occurring climate phenomenon typically associated with increased heat worldwide, leading to drought in some parts of the world and heavy downpours elsewhere.

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Tourists evacuated from Kenya’s Maasai Mara reserve amid flooding and heavy rains

As heavy rains continued pounding Kenya’s capital of Nairobi on Tuesday night, residents woke up to more losses in property and heavy infrastructural destruction. Three major highways were closed for the better part of the day Wednesday to due flooding, heavy traffic snarl-ups being experienced.

A lodge is seen in the flooded Maasai Mara National Reserve, that left dozens of tourists stranded in Narok County, Kenya, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Kenya, along with other parts of East Africa, has been overwhelmed by flooding. (AP Photo/Bobby Neptune)

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Aerial view of flooded Maasai Mara National Reserve, that left dozens of tourists stranded in Narok County, Kenya, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Kenya, along with other parts of East Africa, has been overwhelmed by flooding. (AP Photo/Bobby Neptune)

Flood waters cover a bridge in the flooded Maasai Mara National Reserve, that left dozens of tourists stranded in Narok County, Kenya, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Kenya, along with other parts of East Africa, has been overwhelmed by flooding. (AP Photo/Bobby Neptune)

A lodge is seen submerged in this aerial view of the flooded Maasai Mara National Reserve, which left dozens of tourists stranded in Narok County, Kenya, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Kenya, along with other parts of East Africa, has been overwhelmed by flooding. (AP Photo/Bobby Neptune)

A lodge is seen in the flooded Maasai Mara National Reserve, which left dozens of tourists stranded in Narok County, Kenya, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Kenya, along with other parts of East Africa, has been overwhelmed by flooding. (AP Photo/Bobby Neptune)

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Tourists were evacuated by air from Kenya’s Maasai Mara national reserve Wednesday after more than a dozen hotels, lodges and camps were flooded as heavy rains battered the country.

Tourist accommodation facilities were submerged after a river within the Maasai Mara broke its banks early Wednesday. The reserve, in southwestern Kenya, is a popular tourist destination because it features the annual wildebeest migration from the Serengeti in Tanzania.

The Kenya Red Cross said it rescued more than 90 people. The Narok County government said it deployed two helicopters to carry out evacuations in the expansive conservation area.

More than 170 people have died across Kenya since mid-March when the rainy season started, causing flooding, landslides and destroying infrastructure. The Metrology Department has warned that more rain is expected this week.

On Wednesday, three major roads in the capital, Nairobi were temporarily closed due to flooding. The Kenya Red Cross rescued 11 people from a residential area — Kitengela — in the outskirts of Nairobi after their homes flooded overnight.

On Monday, a river broke through a clogged tunnel in Mai Mahiu area in western Kenya, sweeping houses away and damaging roads. The incident left 48 people dead and more than 80 others missing.

Search and rescue operations across the Mai Mahiu area are ongoing. President William Ruto on Tuesday ordered the military to join in the search.

Locals say rescue efforts have been slow due to lack of equipment to dig through the debris.

The government has urged people living in flood-prone areas to evacuate or be moved forcefully as water level in two major hydroelectric dams rise to a “historic high”.

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You Visit: Nairobi (Start) , Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Northern Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Zanzibar (Beach) , Zanzibar Airport (End)

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You Visit: Nairobi (Start) , Masai Mara NR, Zanzibar (Beach) , Stone Town (Zanzibar) , Dar es Salaam Airport (End)

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5.0 /5  –  24 Reviews

12-Day Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar Ultimate Safari

$7,970 pp (USD)

Kenya, Tanzania & Uganda: Private tour Mid-range Lodge & Tented Camp

You Visit: Entebbe (Start) , Bwindi NP (Gorillas) , Nairobi (City) , Masai Mara NR, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (Beach) , Zanzibar Airport (End)

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$8,217 pp (USD)

Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania & Uganda: Private tour Mid-range Lodge & Tented Camp

You Visit: Kigali (Start) , Kigali Airport (Kigali) , Kisoro (Town) , Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas) , Nairobi (City) , Masai Mara NR, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Stone Town (Zanzibar) , Nungwi (Zanzibar) , Zanzibar Airport (End)

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5.0 /5  –  46 Reviews

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$9,711 to $14,033 pp (USD)

Kenya & Tanzania: Private tour Luxury Tented Camp & Resort

You Visit: Nairobi (Start) , Masai Mara NR, Zanzibar (End)

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Kenya & Tanzania: Private tour Luxury Lodge & Private Villa

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Kenya, Tanzania brace for Cyclone Hidaya as flood death toll rises

Kenya and Tanzania have been bracing for a cyclone on the heels of torrential rains and floods that have devastated East Africa, killing nearly 400 people and forcing tens of thousands from their homes.

Cyclone Hidaya is inching closer to the eastern coast of Tanzania, with an expected landfall later on Friday, according to the latest weather forecast. It is also likely to bring more rain to neighbouring Kenya, including in the major coastal city of Mombasa, just north of the eye of the cyclone.

“Crucially, the coastal region is likely to experience Cyclone Hidaya, which will result in heavy rainfall, large waves and strong winds that could affect marine activities in the Indian Ocean,” the office of Kenyan President William Ruto said.

Floods in Kenya have already claimed at least 210 lives since March, according to updated tolls from the Ministry of Interior and National Administration on Friday. It said 125 people have been injured, 90 are missing, and 165,500 people are displaced.

Ahead of the expected cyclone, Ruto’s government also ordered mandatory evacuations for residents near 178 dams and water reservoirs in 33 counties, and the government warned citizens to remain on alert.

The rains have been amplified by the El Nino weather pattern – a naturally occurring climate phenomenon typically associated with increased heat worldwide, leading to drought in some parts of the world and heavy downpours elsewhere.

In Tanzania, at least 155 people have been killed in flooding and landslides in recent days. With the arrival of Hidaya, there are more fears of weather disruption.

“The presence of Hidaya Cyclone … is expected to dominate and affect the weather patterns in the country including heavy rain and strong winds in some regions near Indian Ocean,” the Tanzania Red Cross Society said on the social media platform X.

The heavier-than-usual rains have also killed at least 29 people in Burundi, with 175 people injured, and tens of thousands displaced since September last year, the United Nations said.

More heavy rains expected

Kenya’s capital Nairobi is among the areas expected to suffer heavy rains over the next three days, the Kenya Meteorological Department said on X, warning of strong winds and large ocean waves along the country’s coastline.

The forecaster urged residents to be vigilant for flash floods and lightning strikes, adding that strong winds could “blow off roofs, uproot trees” and cause other damage.

Earlier this week, Kenya’s Ruto announced he was deploying his country’s military to evacuate everyone living in flood-prone areas.

In a bulletin released on Thursday evening, the Interior Ministry ordered anyone living close to major rivers or near 178 “filled up or near filled up dams or water reservoirs” to vacate the area within 24 hours, warning that they would otherwise face “mandatory evacuation for their safety”.

The devastation has also affected Kenya’s tourism sector – a key economic driver – with some 100 tourists marooned in the famed Maasai Mara wildlife reserve on Wednesday after a river overflowed, flooding lodges and safari camps.

Rescuers later managed to evacuate 90 people by ground and air, the Interior Ministry said.

In the deadliest single incident in Kenya, dozens of villagers were killed when a dam burst on Monday near Mai Mahiu in the Rift Valley, about 60km (40 miles) north of Nairobi.

The Interior Ministry said 52 bodies had been recovered and 51 people were still missing after the dam disaster.

Al Jazeera’s Malcolm Webb, who is reporting from Kiambu County, said that residents in the area, which was also hit with heavy flooding, are asking “why the government has not done more” to prevent the disaster.

He reported that one company, which was contracted to fix a bridge and flood-control infrastructure in the area, ran away with the money without finishing the project.

Opposition politicians and lobby groups have also accused Ruto’s government of being unprepared and slow to respond to the crisis despite weather warnings.

On Thursday, Human Rights Watch said “Kenya’s government has a human rights obligation to prevent foreseeable harm from climate change and extreme weather events and to protect people when a disaster strikes”.