11-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari
This 11-day safari in Kenya and Tanzania will take you to all the major hotspots for wildlife, from Maasai Mara to Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater. The Great Migration drives to spot the Big Five become a reality in this safari, as are varied landscapes, from big expanses of Savannah to wetlands. This will be an ultimate adventure of unforgettable encounters with rich African wildlife and culture.
DAY 1, Sunday – Depart for Kenya
Depart for Kenya
DAY 2, Monday – Arrive in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, gateway to your thrilling safari in Kenya, transfer to the hotel
Overnight: Nairobi
DTravel to Lake Nakuru National Park, Game Drive
Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive. Nakuru offers a great chance to view black and white rhino. Afterward, return to the lodge. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager followed by dinner.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4, Wednesday – Afternoon Game Drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Rise early this morning and drive to Masai Mara National Reserve in the southwest corner of Kenya, renowned for its game viewing. Lunch at the camp, before going out on the afternoon game drive
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Thursday – Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Arise before dawn to participate in today’s optional Hot Air Balloon Safari that includes a champagne breakfast, before returning back to camp. Today’s game drives through the Masai Mara Reserve focus on “Big Five” (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino). A dinner tonight celebrates your final night in the Mara
Optional: Masai Mara Sunrise Balloon Safari & Breakfast (AM)
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Friday – Border Crossing to Tanzania, Serengeti National Park
Depart the Mara this morning and drive towards Tanzania.* Enjoy a picnic lunch at Isebania border crossing, Sirai point of entry. After border formalities, bid farewell to your Kenyan guide and cross from Kenya to Tanzania. Meet with your Tanzanian guide and travel to Serengeti National Park, a famous wildlife sanctuary. Upon arrival at Serengeti, enjoy a game drive on your way to the camp
*Today’s route from Masai Mara to the Serengeti National Park will cover a considerable distance
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Saturday – Serengeti Game Drives
Rise before dawn for the optional Sunrise Balloon Safari that includes a champagne breakfast at the end of the journey. Continue game viewing as you drive back to camp. Then, explore Moru Kopjes (weather permitting), offering excellent game viewing all year round. Savor dinner at the lodge tonight
Optional: Serengeti Sunrise Balloon Safari & Breakfast (AM)
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Sunday – Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Game Drive
After an early breakfast, travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend 2,000 feet to the floor of the crater, containing diverse ecosystems and a large concentration of birds and animals. Have a picnic lunch before you ascend to the crater rim and drive to your lodge for the evening. Time to relax before tonight’s dinner
Overnight: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Monday – Border Crossing to Kenya, Amboseli National Park
Depart Ngorongoro this morning, and drive to Arusha. Following lunch at the Elewana Arusha Lodge, proceed to the Kenya-Tanzania border in Namanga. After border formalities, cross into Kenya and reunite with your Kenyan Tour Manager. Travel to Amboseli National Park. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. Arrive at the lodge in time for dinner
Overnight: Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Tuesday – Explore Amboseli National Park
Today, explore Amboseli National Park, known for its large population of African elephants. Chance to get up-close to these animals. At tonight’s dinner, share memories of your journey through Kenya and Tanzania
Overnight: Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11, Wednesday – Depart Kenya
After breakfast at the lodge, bid farewell to Amboseli, and return to Nairobi. A box lunch will be provided along the way. Passengers with early evening flights will be transferred directly to the airport. Passengers with late evening flights will have a day-use hotel room and will be transferred to the airport later in the evening. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 6:30 PM
Day Use: Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
