Kenya & Tanzania: The Serengeti & Beyond
Journey to East Africa on an unforgettable safari
Spend 13 nights exploring East Africa's jewels on this once-in-a-lifetime journey. This safari adventure will take you from the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya to the Serengeti in Tanzania, with much more in between. Pack your camouflage and binoculars and get ready for a wild ride!
What's Included
- Round-trip air to Nairobi (NBO), out of Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Nairobi and Kilimanjaro
- Transportation throughout the tour in 4x4 safari vehicle, with guaranteed window seat (maximum 6 people per vehicle)
- 1 night in Nairobi at the Jacaranda Hotel, or similar (with breakfast)
- 6 nights in the following accommodation or similar, including breakfast, lunch and dinner daily plus all park fees and scheduled safari activities as per the itinerary:
- 2 nights in the Masai Mara National Reserve at the Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights in Lake Naivasha at the Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights in Amboseli National Park at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- One-way economy class flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- 1 night in Arusha at the African Tulip Hotel, or similar (with breakfast)
- 5 nights in the following accommodations or similar, including breakfast, lunch and dinner daily plus all park fees and scheduled safari activities as per the itinerary:
- 1 night in Tarangire National Park at the Tarangire Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights in Central Serengeti at the Serengeti Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights at the Ngorongoro Crater at the Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Great Ways to Explore
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Explore the African wild of your dreams at the Masai Mara National Reserve. Lions, leopards, and cheetahs oh my!
- Watch elephants march across Amboseli National Park, with Mount Kilimanjaro stoically in the back.
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Travel through Kenya and Tanzania in a 4x4 safari vehicle and stay in incredible lodges on the reserves.
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See Tanzania's famed Serengeti National Park, a 7th World Wonder!
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Enjoy a full-day safari on the Ngorongoro Crater floor with the ancient caldera in the background.
Spend two weeks exploring the African plains on this Kenya and Tanzania safari! Experience the best of East Africa on this unforgettable escorted adventure and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Arrive in Kenya's capital of Nairobi then embark on your first safari in Masai Mara. Spend two days touring the massive reserve seeing incredible wildlife up close. Return to your lodge and watch the golden sunset dip over Masai's expansive grassland.
From Masai Mara, journey to Lake Naivasha bordered by papyrus and acacia trees. On a boat tour in Lake Nakuru, watch out for hippos that can be seen skimming the shallow waters. You will next travel to Amboseli National Park, renowned for its excellent giraffe, elephant, lion and cheetah viewing. Head back to Nairobi where the next day you'll travel by plane to Kenya's neighbor to the south, Tanzania.
After spending a day in Arusha at your leisure, embark on your next game drive at Tarangire National Park, famous for its high density of elephants. You will then spend two nights at Tanzania's creme de la creme, Serengeti National Park. Get the chance to see the Big 5 - lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards and rhinos - as you drive across Africa's renowned park.
Your last destination will be in the Ngorongoro region, where you will travel through the rocky Olduvai Gorge. Enjoy a full-day safari inside the Ngorongoro Crater, then return to Arusha and bid Africa a farewell.
Helpful links for travel to Kenya:
Visa & Passport Info
Vaccines & Medications Info
Helpful links for travel to Tanzania:
Visa & Passport Info
Vaccines & Medications Info
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip air to Nairobi (NBO), out of Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Nairobi and Kilimanjaro
- Transportation throughout the tour in 4x4 safari vehicle, with guaranteed window seat (maximum 6 people per vehicle)
- 1 night in Nairobi at the Jacaranda Hotel, or similar (with breakfast)
- 6 nights in the following accommodation or similar, including breakfast, lunch and dinner daily plus all park fees and scheduled safari activities as per the itinerary:
- 2 nights in the Masai Mara National Reserve at the Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights in Lake Naivasha at the Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights in Amboseli National Park at the Amboseli Sopa Lodge
- One-way economy class flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
- 1 night in Arusha at the African Tulip Hotel, or similar (with breakfast)
- 5 nights in the following accommodations or similar, including breakfast, lunch and dinner daily plus all park fees and scheduled safari activities as per the itinerary:
- 1 night in Tarangire National Park at the Tarangire Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights in Central Serengeti at the Serengeti Sopa Lodge
- 2 nights at the Ngorongoro Crater at the Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
-
Explore the African wild of your dreams at the Masai Mara National Reserve. Lions, leopards, and cheetahs oh my!
- Watch elephants march across Amboseli National Park, with Mount Kilimanjaro stoically in the back.
-
Travel through Kenya and Tanzania in a 4x4 safari vehicle and stay in incredible lodges on the reserves.
-
See Tanzania's famed Serengeti National Park, a 7th World Wonder!
-
Enjoy a full-day safari on the Ngorongoro Crater floor with the ancient caldera in the background.
Spend two weeks exploring the African plains on this Kenya and Tanzania safari! Experience the best of East Africa on this unforgettable escorted adventure and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Arrive in Kenya's capital of Nairobi then embark on your first safari in Masai Mara. Spend two days touring the massive reserve seeing incredible wildlife up close. Return to your lodge and watch the golden sunset dip over Masai's expansive grassland.
From Masai Mara, journey to Lake Naivasha bordered by papyrus and acacia trees. On a boat tour in Lake Nakuru, watch out for hippos that can be seen skimming the shallow waters. You will next travel to Amboseli National Park, renowned for its excellent giraffe, elephant, lion and cheetah viewing. Head back to Nairobi where the next day you'll travel by plane to Kenya's neighbor to the south, Tanzania.
After spending a day in Arusha at your leisure, embark on your next game drive at Tarangire National Park, famous for its high density of elephants. You will then spend two nights at Tanzania's creme de la creme, Serengeti National Park. Get the chance to see the Big 5 - lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards and rhinos - as you drive across Africa's renowned park.
Your last destination will be in the Ngorongoro region, where you will travel through the rocky Olduvai Gorge. Enjoy a full-day safari inside the Ngorongoro Crater, then return to Arusha and bid Africa a farewell.
Helpful links for travel to Kenya:
Visa & Passport Info
Vaccines & Medications Info
Helpful links for travel to Tanzania:
Visa & Passport Info
Vaccines & Medications Info
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Nairobi!
Arrive at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, then be transferred to your first hotel. Spend the remainder of your day exploring East Africa's most cosmopolitan city.
Celebrate your first night in Nairobi with a meal of nyama choma (barbecued meat), a Kenyan favorite!
Transfer to Nairobi hotel
Check-in - Jacaranda Hotel
Escape to the luxurious Jacaranda Nairobi Hotel and feel all your worries melt away. Soak up some sun and lounge by the sparkling pool with a refreshing cocktail in-hand, then take a walk through the hotel's lush, garden grounds. Feel immersed in beauty as you stroll through this 4-acre property filled with perfect landscaping, rare plants, and bright greenery. Work all your stresses away at the renowned Jacaranda Gym, then pamper yourself at its attached spa. Go for it - you're on vacation!
Grab a delicious bite to eat at the Safari Cafe, then relax with a sundowner at the Safari Lounge Bar, which overlooks the glistening swimming pool. Can't get enough of the beautiful outdoors? Treat yourself to a delicious meal at the charming Pool Bar and Restaurant. After a fun day, head up to your spacious room and find rich decor and modern amenities that include free WiFi, satellite TV, a ceiling fan, and much more!
Day 2. Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, embark on your first safari trip to the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Kenya's natural marvels. Spend the afternoon exploring the grassland dotted with acacia trees and observing the varied wildlife found on the reserve. Between July and October, around a million migrating wildebeest and thousands of topis, zebras and other animals pour into the reserve from Tanzania in search of fresh grass from the rainfall.
After a full-day out on game drive, retreat to your lodge and watch the spectacular sunset over Masai Mara.
Check-in - Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Immerse yourself in the culture of Kenya at the Masai Mara Sopa Lodge that marries stylish comfort to authentic cultural tradition. Step into the lodge and notice its cathedral-high ceilings, warm colors, wooden accents, and traditional African decor. Located on the slopes of the Oloongams Hills, its rich surrounding landscape is covered in fauna, from huge cacti to sweet smelling jasmine flowers.
After a day of adventuring through the bush, cozy up around the massive central fireplace in the lounge and admire the beautiful murals that coat the walls. Enjoy a refreshing drink on the outdoor veranda, take a pleasant swim in the large outdoor swimming pool, or relax with complimentary afternoon tea or coffee. Share laughs over a board game, embark on a nature walk, or take a look around the interesting handicraft market. When you work up an appetite, head to the on-site restaurant and indulge in mouthwatering local cuisine. Nice night? Why not dine outside? After dinner, return to your spacious, well-decorated room and sprawl out on your large, comfortable bed. Rest up for your next day of wild adventure!
Day 3. Masai Mara National Reserve
Today, enjoy a second game drive at Masai Mara National Reserve. Surround yourself in the rich landscape, covered in huge desert cacti and sweet smelling jasmine flowers. The reserve happens to have the highest lion density in the world, so keep your eyes peeled for Africa's big cat!
Day 4. Masai Mara National Reserve – Lake Naivasha
This morning you will set forth to Lake Naivasha in the Rift Valley. Naivasha is the highest of the Rift Valley lakes and one of only two freshwater lakes. Enjoy the sight of a flock of flamingos and a hippo or two lazily lounging in the water.
Check-in - Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge
Set in one hundred and fifty acres of grassland studded with Acacia bushes and trees, the resort is not only home to our resident giraffe, waterbuck and both Vervet and Colobus monkeys, but it is also a night stop for the hippos when they leave the lake every night to come and trim the grass on our expansive lawns. With Sopa's traditional and conscientious care for the environment, we carefully positioned all the buildings on our property so we did not have to fell any of the many trees there. As a result of this, we had to come up with a radically innovative and artistic design for the main public area building which now snakes its way between the trees with long and graceful curves. The lodge features two swimming pools with a children's section and a pool complex with its bar, snack kitchen, pizzeria and health spa; tennis court and two conference halls with their four differently sized meeting areas.
Day 5. Lake Naivasha
Today, embark on a boat trip on Lake Naivasha (subject to water levels). Then travel to Lake Nakuru for lunch and an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
If you're lucky, you will spot the elusive African white rhino!
Day 6. Lake Naivasha - Amboseli National Park
Today you will return to Nairobi and have lunch at the famous Carnivore restaurant. You'll then continue to Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya's most popular parks renowned for its population of big-tusked elephants.
Spend the rest of the day on a game drive in Amboseli with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro in the backdrop. Then return to your lodge and gaze up at the starry sky!
Check-in - Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Immerse yourself in the culture and tradition of East Africa at the charming Amboseli Sopa Lodge. Get up close and personal with elephants, giraffe, and other members of the "big five" while relaxing at this luxurious sanctuary. Nestled in 200 acres of wooded Maasai land, this lodge sits on the foot hills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Enjoy jaw-dropping views of the famous snow-capped mountain while you lounge by the sparkling outdoor pool.
Admire the lodge's traditional East African style - a mix of warm colors, wooden accents, high ceilings, and beautiful cultural artwork. Spend your afternoon enjoying a nature walk, bird watching, or participating in a traditional dance.
When you get hungry, indulge in delicious traditional cuisine at Kibo Restaurant. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere of a traditional African hut while you dine around a central fireplace. Feeling something a little lighter? Head to Mawenzi Terrace, the outdoor dining area, and try some authentic dishes while taking in the scenery. After dinner, unwind with a cocktail at one of the few on-site bars. Head back to your spacious room, sprawl out on your large comfortable bed, and rest up for your next day of adventure.
Day 7. Amboseli National Park
Today you will continue exploring Amboseli National Park at your leisure.
Day 8. Amboseli National Park - Nairobi - Mount Kiliminjaro (Arusha)
From Amboseli, return to Nairobi and board your flight to Tanzania to begin your next safari adventure. On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will dropped off at the Namanga Border, then met and transferred to your hotel in Arusha.
Enjoy the remainder of your day in the safari capital of Tanzania!
Transfer to Nairobi airport (NBO)
Fly to Kilimanjaro!
Transfer to Arusha
Check-in - African Tulip Hotel
An elegant flower sprouting in Tanzania, The African Tulip is elegant and charming. Right along the Serengeti Road in the center of Arusha, guests can expect a friendly welcome and comfortable stay. The African Tulip is excellent for safari travelers, leisure and luxury travelers, honeymooners, and those traveling for business.
Decorated in warm African tones as well as Zanzbari art. the African Tulip serves up pure African Coffee in its lounge and offers a unique dining experience in its Baobab restaurant. Offering a selection of exotic and Tanzanian meals as well as international cuisine, this hotel has something for everyone.
Day 9. Arusha - Tarangire National Park
After a leisurely breakfast, head to Tarangire National Park for your first game drive in Tanzania. Tarangire happens to be the one place in Tanzania where dry-country antelope like oryx and gerenuk are regularly spotted, so keep an eye out!
The national park is also known for its spectacular baobab trees and breathtaking views of the Masaai Steppe and mountains to the south.
Check-in - Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Look carefully among the ancient baobab, grasses, and kopjes of Tarangire National Park to find the luxurious Tarangire Sopa Lodge that has been designed to blend in with its vast surroundings. Home to the greatest concentration of elephants in Africa, keep an eye out for amazing sightings.
Positioned in an excellent part of the park, the Tarangire Sopa Lodge boasts large open rooms, typical safari decour, long archways and a makuti-style thatched roof over dining and reception that adds to the excitement of staying in the park. With poolside dining, a rooftop barbeque area, and indoor dining as well, there are plenty of options on how to spend your time at the Lodge. All rooms are equipped with the basics as well as air conditioning and a balcony.
Day 10. Tarangire National Park - Central Serengeti
Today, you will head to Tanzania's piece de resistance: Serengeti National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is world-famous for its annual migration of two million wildebeests and hundreds of thousands of gazelles and zebras.
Experience the Serengeti's vast plains of savannah and diverse wildlife on your first game drive, and don't be surprised to find a pack of lions basking in the sun on the roadside. Your adventure doesn't stop there; you will be staying in a lodge overlooking the Serengeti.
Check-in - Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Enjoy a stay where lions have been released into the wild: Serengeti Sopa Lodge. Sitting comfortably in the Central sector of the Serengeti, this quiet location offers excellent wildlife viewing year round, and is notable for its spectacular predator sightings, especially between July and October.
With the migration passing through twice a year and hot air balloon safari available, the Serengeti Sopa Lodge is an excellent place to stay while on your adventure. Enjoy the view as you take a dip in the refreshing pool and indulge in the delicious restaurant cuisine available.
Day 11. Central Serengeti
Continue exploring the immense Serengeti, which is over 5,000 square miles. Don't forget your camera because this national park is truly one of the greatest wildlife-watching destinations on earth!
Day 12. Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater
Depart on a morning safari en route to the Ngorongoro region. After a picnic lunch, you will travel via the Olduvai Gorge, known as the place where the earliest humans were discovered by archaeologists.
Once you reach your lodge, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Check-in - Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Located on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater in Northern Tanazania, the Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge looks out over one of the most impressive geological features in Africa. With spectacular views, excellent animal viewing, and amazing cultural and walking activities available.
With an impressive 98 guest rooms, charming pool, and excellent dining opportunities, rest in comfort in the Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge in between your safari excursions.
Day 13. Ngorongoro Crater
Today you will embark on your last full-day safari at Ngorongoro Crater floor. Perched on the rim of a volcanic caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world.
With the ancient caldera as your backdrop, explore the diverse wildlife found on the crater floor, including giraffes, zebras, hippos, and rhinos. Take in this beautiful landscape one last time!
Day 14. Depart Tanzania
Today you will return to Arusha and then transfer to Kilimanjaro airport to board your flight back home. Bid Africa adieu and relish the incredible memories you've made!