12-Day Tanzania & Kenya Safari
Overview
Experience the ultimate East African adventure on this unforgettable 12-day safari across Tanzania and Kenya. This journey takes you through some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations, including the elephant-rich Tarangire National Park, the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, known for its dense concentration of wildlife. Continue your adventure into Kenya to explore Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its rhinos and birdlife, before ending your safari in the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of the best places in Africa to witness the Big Five and the spectacular Great Migration.
Along the way, enjoy breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and thrilling game drives guided by experienced safari experts. From vast savannahs to volcanic craters and shimmering lakes, every day offers new wildlife encounters and unforgettable scenery. This cross-border safari combines adventure, culture, and comfort, giving you a complete East African safari experience. Perfect for wildlife lovers and explorers, this journey promises incredible memories in the heart of Africa.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1; Welcome to Tanzania – Journey to Tarangire National Park
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and begin your journey to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic wildlife destinations. The drive takes you through the landscapes of northern Tanzania toward a park famous for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
Upon arrival, enjoy your first exciting game drive where you may spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and predators such as lions. Tarangire is also known for its rich birdlife and the Tarangire River, which attracts many animals, especially during the dry season.
After the game drive, proceed to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness
Day 2; Full Day Safari in Tarangire
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park, a park renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. The Tarangire River attracts a wide variety of wildlife, making it an excellent location for animal viewing throughout the day.
During the safari, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, lions, and many species of birds as you explore different areas of the park. Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the scenic spots while surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness.
In the late afternoon, exit the park and head to Tembo Tarangire Tented Lodge for dinner and overnight, where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the savannah. 🐘🌿
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Dinner and overnight at overnight at AA Lodge or Kibo safari Camp or Nyati Camp on Full board basis, Meal Plan.
Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3; Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
After an early breakfast at Tembo Tarangire Tented Lodge, depart Tarangire and drive toward Lake Manyara National Park, a beautiful park famous for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and diverse wildlife.
Upon arrival, enjoy a half-day game drive exploring the park’s varied landscapes, from dense forests to the shores of the soda lake. Keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, baboons, hippos, and a rich variety of bird species that make this park a birdwatcher’s paradise.
In the late afternoon, proceed to your lodge near the park for dinner and overnight stay, enjoying the peaceful scenery and views over the lake. 🦁🦩
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
🏩 Accommodation: Sound of Silence Tented Camp
🥗 Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4; Lake Manyara to Lake Eyasi
After breakfast at your lodge near Lake Manyara National Park, depart for Lake Eyasi, a serene and less-visited destination known for its stunning landscapes and cultural experiences.
Upon arrival, meet the Hadza or Datoga communities, indigenous tribes renowned for their traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyle. Enjoy a cultural visit where you can learn about their customs, way of life, and unique survival techniques that have been passed down through generations.
In the late afternoon, relax at your lodge overlooking Lake Eyasi and take in the peaceful surroundings, preparing for the next leg of your safari.
Day 5; Lake Eyasi to Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti
After breakfast at your lodge by Lake Eyasi, depart for the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy breathtaking views as you drive through the highlands, taking in rolling savannahs and traditional Maasai villages along the way.
Continue your journey into the heart of the Serengeti National Park, where the endless plains stretch as far as the eye can see. Along the way, enjoy game viewing for lions, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife.
In the late afternoon, arrive at Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp. Relax in this luxurious and unique camp, set in the wilderness with stunning views of the Serengeti plains. Dinner under the stars completes your unforgettable day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6; Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti
Wake up early at Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp for a full day of thrilling wildlife exploration in the iconic Serengeti National Park.
Spend the day traversing the endless plains and rolling savannahs, witnessing the incredible diversity of Africa’s wildlife. Look out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration, as thousands of wildebeests and zebras move across the plains.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the park before continuing your game drive in the afternoon. Return to Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp for dinner and overnight, soaking in the sounds of the Serengeti at night.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7; Serengeti to Lake Victoria
After an early breakfast at Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp, depart for the shores of Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest freshwater lake. Enjoy a scenic drive through the northern Tanzanian landscapes, passing small villages and vast farmland along the way.
Upon arrival at Lake Victoria, check in to your lodge overlooking the sparkling waters. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the lake, enjoying the sunset, or taking a short boat ride to explore the shoreline and local fishing communities. This peaceful setting offers a welcome contrast to the excitement of the Serengeti and a chance to experience rural Tanzanian life.
Dinner and overnight stay at a lakeside lodge, preparing for your journey into Kenya the next day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8; Lake Victoria to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast at your lodge on Lake Victoria, depart for the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. Cross the border into Kenya and enjoy the scenic drive through the savannahs and rolling hills of the Mara region.
Upon arrival, embark on your first game drive in the Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Witness the abundance of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and, if in season, the spectacular Great Migration.
In the late afternoon, check in at your lodge or luxury tented camp for dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness. 🦁🌿
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9; Full Day Safari in Maasai Mara
Wake up early for a full day of thrilling game drives in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Explore the vast savannahs and rolling hills, where abundant wildlife roams freely.
Spend the day spotting Africa’s iconic animals, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on the planet.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve and continue your safari in the afternoon, capturing incredible wildlife photographs and unforgettable memories. Return to your lodge or luxury tented camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the sounds of the Mara.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10; Maasai Mara to the Kenyan Rift Valley
After breakfast at your lodge in Maasai Mara National Reserve, depart for the scenic Kenyan Rift Valley, famous for its dramatic escarpments, volcanic lakes, and rich biodiversity.
En route, enjoy the spectacular landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and stop at viewpoints to capture the sweeping panoramas. Depending on time, visit Lake Naivasha or Lake Nakuru National Park for a short game drive or boat ride to observe hippos, flamingos, and other wildlife.
In the late afternoon, check in at your lodge in the Rift Valley region for dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by the serene beauty of Kenya’s highlands.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11; Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast at your lodge in the Kenyan Rift Valley, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, a park famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and diverse birdlife.
Upon arrival, enjoy an exciting game drive along the shores of Lake Nakuru, spotting white and black rhinos, lions, giraffes, zebras, baboons, and thousands of flamingos feeding on the algae in the soda lake. The park also boasts scenic viewpoints and dense forests that provide a habitat for a variety of wildlife.
In the late afternoon, check in at your lodge near the park for dinner and overnight, relaxing after a day full of wildlife encounters.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12; Lake Nakuru to Nairobi & Departure
After an early breakfast at your lodge near Lake Nakuru National Park, depart for Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.
Enjoy the scenic drive through the Kenyan highlands, reflecting on your unforgettable 12-day safari adventure across Tanzania and Kenya. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight, carrying incredible memories of Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, and culture. ✈️🦁
Meal Plan: Breakfast
INCLUDED
All park entrance fees
✓Accommodation as per itinerary
✓Three meals daily (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✓Private 4×4 safari vehicle
✓Professional English-speaking guide
EXCLUDED
International airfare
✗Travel insurance
✗Visa fees
✗Alcoholic beverages
✗Tips and gratuities
✗Personal expenses
✗Optional activities
✗Travel vaccinations
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Per person, based on double occupancy unless noted
Prices shown per person, in USD. Subject to availability at time of booking.
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