Explore East Africa: 14-Day Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari

Explore the beauty of East Africa with a 14-day wildlife safari through Kenya and Tanzania. This immersive journey offers unparalleled opportunities to encounter diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural experiences. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or a wildlife photographer, this safari promises an unforgettable adventure across some of Africa's most iconic national parks.

DAY 1. NAIROBI TO ABERDARES NATIONAL PARK

One of our company representatives will meet you at the airport or your host hotel in Nairobi. After a brief safari orientation, you will be driven to Aberdares National Park. The park features a variety of landscapes, including mountain peaks, V-shaped valleys with streams, rivers, and waterfalls, as well as moorland, bamboo forests, and rainforests at lower elevations. Upon arrival at Aberdares National Park, you'll check in and begin your game drives, with a lunch break included. You may have the chance to see wildlife such as Forest Elephants, the endemic Mountain Bongo, Buffaloes, and Hyenas, along with bird species like the Aberdare Cisticola and Jackson's Francolin. You'll also visit the beautiful Chania Falls and Kalulu Falls. Later, at 6:00 pm, you'll be taken back to your lodge for dinner and then prepare for your next day's journey to Lake Nakuru National Park.

Meal plan: Lunch, dinner, and overnight

Accommodation: The Ark Lodge

DAY 2: ABERDARES NATIONAL PARK TO LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK.

Start your day early with breakfast before checking out and heading to Lake Nakuru National Park. Along the way, you'll make a brief stop at the equator's viewpoint. Upon arriving at the park, enjoy an en-route game drive as you make your way to your lodge for lunch. After a relaxing lunch and brief rest, you'll have the opportunity to explore the scenic Lake Nakuru National Park in the afternoon. Situated in the Rift Valley, the park is renowned as a birdwatcher's paradise, featuring a diverse range of bird species. You may also spot the endangered Rothschild giraffe, along with white and black rhinos, among other wildlife. Highlights of the park include Baboon Cliff, Lion Hill, and Makalia Waterfalls.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and overnight

DAY 3. LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK TO LAKE NAIVASHA (WALKING SAFARI).

Begin your day with an early morning game drive, then check into the lodge by 9:00 AM for breakfast. After breakfast, journey to Lake Naivasha and arrive in the early afternoon for lunch. Following lunch and a short rest, proceed to Hell's Gate for a guided nature walk, where you can see a variety of wildlife up close. The park is home to animals such as giraffes, eland, hartebeest, buffalo, and several types of gazelles and antelopes. Additionally, you may choose to enjoy a bicycle ride in the park or a boat ride on the lake, both of which are available for an extra fee. Return to the lodge in the evening.

Accommodation: Great Rift Valley Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

DAY 4: LAKE NAIVASHA TO MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

After breakfast, you will check out of your lodge and travel to Masai Mara National Reserve. Upon your arrival, you will enjoy a game drive as you proceed to your camp within the reserve for lunch. After your meal and a short rest, you will embark on an afternoon game drive to take in the stunning beauty of Masai Mara. The reserve is home to several members of the Big Five, and you may also have the chance to see cheetahs, serval cats, hyenas, bat-eared foxes, black-backed and side-striped jackals, hippos, crocodiles, baboons, warthogs, Topis, and elands. Additionally, a variety of bird species are present, including eagles, vultures, ostriches, storks, little grebes, pelicans, cormorants, and darters. In the evening, you will return to your lodge for dinner and enjoy a peaceful night's sleep, serenaded by the soothing sounds of the African bush.

Accommodation: Enkakenya Camp

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

DAY 5. MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE (FULL DAY)

After an early breakfast, you will embark on a morning game drive. From the open-roof vehicle, you'll enjoy unobstructed views of the wildlife and landscape. You can expect to see several members of the Big Five, including buffaloes, leopards, lions, and elephants. The morning drive is particularly advantageous for spotting predators like lions and cheetahs in action. Remember to bring your camera to capture stunning images of Africa's renowned wildlife. During the day, you will have a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before continuing your game drive. You will then return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Enkakenya Camp

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

DAY 6. MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK.

After breakfast, you will check out of your lodge with a packed lunch and set off for Serengeti via the Isebania border. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy a game drive through the vast Serengeti plains as you make your way to your lodge or camp for dinner and an overnight stay. Accommodation: Acacia Central Camp

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

DAYS 7 AND 8. SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK.

Over the next two days, you will have the opportunity to enjoy full-day game drives starting after breakfast. Serengeti National Park is renowned globally for its incredible wildlife, hosting over 3 million large mammals and being the backdrop for the annual wildebeest and zebra migration between the Kenyan Masai Mara and the Serengeti. You may also encounter other well-known herbivores and omnivores, such as hippos, giraffes, elands, baboons, and monkeys. As dusk approaches, return to the lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Accommodation: Acacia Central Camp

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

DAY 9. SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK TO NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA

After an early breakfast, check out with a packed lunch and head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Your day will begin with a descent into the caldera's steep walls for a day of game viewing. The conservation area is a haven of woodlands and lakes, providing essential water and forage for wildlife such as gazelles, buffalo, elephants, wildebeests, and various big cats, including the distinctive black-manned lions, leopards, and hyenas. A diverse range of birds, including flamingos, are also frequently observed. During the game drive, you will be transferred to the Olduvai Gorge prehistoric site, where you can view preserved remains dating back millions of years and learn about human evolution. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to see ancient tools used for hunting, making fire, and defense. Following your visit to Olduvai Gorge, continue with an en-route game drive as you make your way to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

DAY 10. NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

Rise early for breakfast before setting out for Tarangire National Park. Renowned for its remarkable and varied landscapes, the park features nine distinct vegetation zones. As your game drive begins, you'll be greeted by the impressive and ancient Baobab trees, which dwarf even the tallest giraffes. The drive will continue until late afternoon, with a brief pause for a picnic lunch. Look out for the tree-climbing python and the long-necked Gerenuk during your journey. Tarangire National Park is known for having the highest concentration of elephants, providing a unique opportunity to observe their interactions. Be sure to have your camera handy to capture the stunning scenery. Later, you will be transferred to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and overnight

DAY 11. TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK TO LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK

Start your day with breakfast and then check out of the lodge, packing lunch boxes for a new adventure at Lake Manyara National Park. Your day begins with an en-route game drive as you head to the Tree Canopy Walkway. Along the way, you may encounter wildlife such as wildebeests, zebras, Thomson's and Grant's gazelles, plain zebras, bushbucks, and waterbucks, among others. Upon reaching the Treetop Walkway, you'll experience a 370-meter aerial path that begins with a gentle boardwalk ascending through the forest canopy. You'll traverse a series of suspension bridges with netting on the sides, reaching a height of 18 meters above the ground. Each bridge leads to a viewing deck around tree trunks, offering ideal spots to appreciate the canopy's vibrant life, including butterflies, monkeys, and birds. As dusk approaches, you'll be transferred to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and overnight

DAY 12. LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK TO AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Today, you will leave Tanzania and head back to Kenya. After breakfast, you'll drive to Namanga to cross the border and change vehicles. Have a picnic lunch on the way, then proceed to Amboseli National Park. Once there, enjoy an afternoon game drive before heading to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and overnight

DAY 13. AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast, you'll have the chance to embark on a delightful exploration of the Amboseli Ecosystem. Departing with a picnic lunch, you'll immerse yourself in a full day of game driving amidst the stunning landscapes of this elephant haven. Witness the diverse wildlife that inhabits the park, set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak. Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya's most cherished destinations, takes its name from the Maasai term "salty dust," reflecting its distinctive features. It is renowned for its large herds of elephants and offers a unique experience to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural environment. Nature enthusiasts will be enthralled by the park's five distinct habitats, including the dry Lake Amboseli bed, sulfur spring wetlands, and expansive savanna and woodlands. Additionally, visitors have the chance to engage with the local Maasai community, gaining deeper insights into their rich culture and traditions, thereby enriching their authentic African experience.

Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, and overnight

DAY 14. AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK TO NAIROBI (DEPARTURE)

After breakfast, leave the lodge for a morning game drive before heading to Nairobi around mid-morning. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a city restaurant before being dropped off at your hotel or the airport. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch. End of Safari