Treasures of Kenya & Tanzania (Tour code: 15574)

Welcome to Africa – Begin your journey through breathtaking, unspoilt landscapes and world-renowned game reserves where iconic wildlife flourishes in its natural habitat. Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight in Nairobi at Tamarind Tree Hotel. 

Nairobi

After breakfast, set out on a scenic journey of approximately five hours in a private 4x4 enclosed safari vehicle with an experienced English-speaking driver guide. Travel across the Great Rift Valley and ascend its western escarpment into the Masai region, where red-clad warriors tend their herds among abundant wildlife.

Depending on the season, you may witness the awe-inspiring migration of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle from the Serengeti to the Mara’s grasslands, closely followed by predators such as lion, leopard, cheetah, and hyena, with vultures circling overhead. Arrive at your camp in time for lunch, before heading out on an afternoon game drive in search of remarkable wildlife encounters.

Overnight stay at Zebra Plains Mara Camp.

Masai Mara National Reserve

Enjoy early morning and afternoon game drives in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most iconic and scenic wildlife destination. Located at the northern edge of the Serengeti ecosystem and blessed with a permanent water supply, the Mara supports a thriving population of plains game, further enhanced during the dry season by the dramatic migration of over two million wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti. Guests regularly encounter elephant, buffalo, lion, and leopard—the famed “Big Five”—with opportunities to spot the rarer rhino, abundant hyena, and the swift cheetah. Giraffe, red-tailed monkeys, and a wide array of antelope complete this extraordinary spectacle.

Today, you may also choose from two Option Excursions* (additional charge) that offer an excellent introduction to and exploration of the area.

Option 1: Masai Village Visit 
Gain an authentic insight into the culture and traditions of the Maasai, one of Kenya’s most iconic indigenous communities. During a game drive, stop at a village to experience their way of life firsthand. Be welcomed with traditional songs and learn about their warrior heritage, cattle-based livelihood, and unique practices such as fire-making. Visit their homes, known as Manyattas, built from natural materials, and discover how the Maasai maintain a close connection with both their livestock and the surrounding wildlife.

Option 2: Hot Air Balloon Safari
Begin this early morning adventure around 5:00–5:30am with a transfer from your camp to the launch site. As the sun rises, float silently above the Masai Mara’s sweeping plains, forests, and rivers for about an hour, enjoying breathtaking aerial views of the wildlife below. Upon landing, celebrate with a traditional champagne bush breakfast before rejoining your driver-guide for a leisurely morning game drive. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience.

Overnight stay at Zebra Plains Mara Camp.

*This is an optional experience and is not included in your package price.

Masai Mara National Reserve

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at camp before transferring to Ol Kiombo Airstrip for your scheduled flight* to the Serengeti via Migori. Your flight departs at 08:15am, arriving at Migori Airstrip at 09:30am. From here, enjoy a scenic road transfer to the Kenya–Tanzania border, where you’ll complete customs and immigration formalities.

At 10:40am, board your Regional Aviation flight from Tarime Airstrip to the heart of the Serengeti. Touch down at Seronera Airstrip at approximately 11:45am, where you’ll be warmly greeted by your camp driver-guide. Enjoy a short game drive through the stunning wilderness enroute to the camp, where a delicious lunch awaits you.

Spend the afternoon immersed in the breathtaking landscapes of the Serengeti National Park. Meaning “endless plains” in the Maasai language, the Serengeti epitomizes the classic African safari experience. Vast grasslands teem with millions of grazing herbivores and the predators that follow them, including one of the largest lion populations in Africa. As part of a vast, unfenced conservation area stretching into the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Kenya’s Masai Mara, the Serengeti offers an unrivalled spectacle of wildlife on the move.

Conclude your day with an unforgettable afternoon game drive before arriving at camp at sunset. Relax, savour a delicious dinner, and retire for the night under the starry African sky.

Overnight stay at Baobab Central Serengeti Camp.

*Please note there is a 15 kg baggage allowance for this flight, and only soft-shell cases are permitted. For further details or if you'd like to arrange to leave excess luggage for collection at a later date, please speak to our consultants for futher details.

Serengeti National Park

Over the next two days, your time in this remarkable landscape will include:

• Morning Game Drive – Awaken to the soft glow of dawn over the Serengeti, greeted by a gentle knock on your door. Enjoy fragrant tea or coffee with biscuits as you discuss the day’s plans with your guide. Then set out in a specially designed 4x4 safari vehicle to witness the magic of the early morning wilderness.

• Breakfast – Return to camp for a sumptuous breakfast featuring fresh fruit and cheese platters followed by a selection of hot dishes such as eggs, oats, or waffles. If you prefer, take a packed breakfast with you to extend your morning game drive.

• Lunch – After a short siesta, enjoy a relaxed lunch served in the main restaurant, with views of the surrounding bush.

• Afternoon Game Drive – Venture out again in the late afternoon when the wildlife is at its most active. Watch as herds make their way to watering holes and predators prepare for the night’s hunt. Pause at a scenic spot for sundowners as the sun melts into the endless plains.

• Dinner – Return to your tented lodge for a delicious dinner under the stars. Share stories of the day’s adventures before retiring to your tent for a restful night in the heart of the Serengeti.

Overnight at Baobab Central Serengeti Camp.

Serengeti

After breakfast, set off on a morning game drive as you make your way towards Karatu. Enroute, you may choose to stop at the fascinating Olduvai Gorge (optional), the world-famous archaeological site where Louis and Mary Leakey made their groundbreaking discoveries about early human history.

Arrive at the elegant Acacia Farm Lodge in time for a hot lunch. Spend the afternoon at leisure, taking advantage of the lodge’s serene setting and activities. Dinner in the evening. 

Overnight at Acacia Farm Lodge. 

Credit: Acacia Farm Lodge

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before descending nearly 2,000 feet (over 600 meters) to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day exploration with a picnic lunch. Discover the lush forest areas home to monkeys and elephants, the shimmering lake where flamingos gather, and the open savannah where lions stalk their prey. Return to the lodge at sunset and unwind with a classic African sundowner as you reflect on the day’s adventures.

Overnight at Acacia Farm Lodge. 

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your lodge and driven to Lake Manyara National Park for an unforgettable game drive. Famed for its prolific birdlife, hippos, monkeys, and the rare tree-climbing lions, Lake Manyara offers a spectacular variety of wildlife within its diverse habitats. With 11 distinct ecosystems, the park is also home to hippo pools, vast flocks of flamingos tinting the lake a hazy pink, and an impressive range of species including fish eagles, elephants, giraffes, and the largest concentration of baboons in the world.

Enjoy lunch at the scenic Lake Manyara Serena before continuing in the late afternoon to your lodge in Tarangire. Enroute, experience an afternoon game drive before checking-in and relaxing at the lodge ahead of dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge. 

Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast at sunrise, set out from camp with your guide for a morning game drive in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle. The drive, lasting approximately three hours, offers excellent opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes, buffalo, gazelles, and the ever-watchful predators of the park. Enjoy a picnic lunch beneath the shade of the iconic baobab trees that dot the landscape, or return to camp for a relaxed lunch in the main dining room.

Tarangire National Park is renowned for its vast baobab-studded plains and remarkable wildlife diversity. Covering 2,850 sq. km and located 118 km southwest of Arusha, the park is one of Tanzania’s most captivating wildlife destinations. Unlike many other parks, Tarangire offers walking safaris and night game drives, in addition to excellent opportunities to observe large herds of elephants, as well as lions, leopards, buffalo, and a variety of antelope species unique to East Africa, including lesser kudu, fringe-eared oryx, and Grant’s gazelle. During the dry season, herds of up to 300 elephants dig for underground water in riverbeds, while migratory wildebeest, zebras, buffalo, impalas, gazelles, hartebeest, and eland converge on the plains, creating an unforgettable spectacle of African wildlife.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight at Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge. 

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, bid farewell to your lodge and transfer by road to Namanga, the border between Tanzania and Kenya. Upon arrival, complete immigration and customs formalities before being assisted to your Kenya vehicle. Continue by road to Amboseli National Park, located at the foothills of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak at 19,680 feet.

Arrive at your camp in time for lunch and check-in, then set out later in the afternoon for a game drive in Amboseli National Park. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife against the breathtaking backdrop of Kilimanjaro. Return to Kibo Safari Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight stay at Kibo Safari Camp

Amboseli National Park

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, enjoying the spectacular wildlife and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro at sunrise. Return to your lodge for breakfast, then check out with a packed lunch.

Head back into the park for one final game drive before departing for Nairobi. Upon arrival, check in at your airport hotel. Dinner will be on your own arrangements.

Overnight stay in Nairobi at Hilton Garden Inn. 

Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning at the hotel before being transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight (at own expense), taking with you unforgettable memories of your safari adventure.