11-Day Ultimate East Africa Safari: Kenya & Tanzania’s Best
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day East African safari, exploring six of Kenya and Tanzania's most iconic and diverse wildlife destinations. Begin in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve, witnessing the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal) and encountering the Big Five. Then, journey to the tranquil shores of Lake Naivasha, home to hippos, vibrant birdlife, and the unique Crescent Island sanctuary. Next, experience the majestic elephants against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park. Cross the border to Tanzania and discover the diverse habitats of Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a natural wonder teeming with wildlife. Finally, witness the vast herds of wildlife and iconic baobab trees in Tarangire National Park before concluding your adventure in Arusha. This tour offers a comprehensive East African safari experience, showcasing the region's rich biodiversity and stunning scenery, with ample time to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and thrilling encounters.
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drives in Maasai Mara
Day 3: Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha
Day 4: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park
Day 5: Amboseli to Arusha
Day 6: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
Day 7: Lake Manyara to Ngorongoro Crater
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater to Serengeti National Park (Central Serengeti)
Day 9: Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti Central
Day 10: Serengeti Central to Tarangire National Park
Day 11: Tarangire to Arusha
Activities:
* Multiple game drives in all parks
* Boat safari on Lake Naivasha
* Nature walk on Crescent Island
Optional activities: Cultural visits, camel rides, bird watching, hiking, visiting a Maasai village, night game drives, or taking a hot air balloon safari (additional cost).
Optional Travel Upgrade:
Travel Between Parks with Light Aircraft: For a seamless and time-efficient experience, consider upgrading your transportation between parks with a scenic light aircraft flight. This option offers breathtaking aerial views of the landscape and significantly reduces travel time, allowing you to maximize your time on safari.
Wildlife & Scenic Highlights:
Maasai Mara National Reserve: The Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes), cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and a diverse array of bird species, including ostriches, eagles, and vultures.
The Great Wildebeest Migration: Witness the annual spectacle of millions of wildebeests, zebras, and other herbivores crossing the Mara River in search of fresh grazing lands. (Seasonal, typically July-October)
Lake Naivasha: Hippos, African fish eagles, cormorants, pelicans, herons, kingfishers, and a variety of other water birds.
Crescent Island: Zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, impalas, waterbucks, gazelles, and numerous bird species.
Amboseli National Park: Elephants, lions, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and a plethora of bird species, including ostriches, eagles, and secretary birds.
Mount Kilimanjaro: The majestic backdrop of Africa's highest peak, offering stunning photo opportunities.
Lake Manyara National Park: Tree-climbing lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, flamingos, and a variety of bird species.
Ngorongoro Crater: The Big Five, zebras, wildebeests, gazelles, hyenas, and a wide variety of birdlife.
Tarangire National Park: Elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of bird species.
Scenic Landscapes: The vast plains, rolling hills, and acacia-dotted savannahs of the Maasai Mara and Serengeti; the picturesque landscapes of the Rift Valley; acacia forests; the shimmering waters of Lake Naivasha and Lake Manyara; the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater; the baobab-studded plains of Tarangire; and the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro.