The Complete East African Experience — Wildlife, Landscapes & Cultures
This 13 day epic adventure is the complete safari experience of a lifetime of any traveller who wishes to experience all the magic of East Africa. Visiting the most legendary parks of Kenya and Tanzania, you will see the beauty of Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Amboseli National Parks with their diversity. It is a lifetime experience seeing the Great Migration, coming face to face with the Big Five, visiting world heritage sites, and seeing some beautiful scenery all in one smooth, expertly designed journey.
Itinerary
The itinerary of this safari is set to ensure you move easily from one park to another, so you spend more time in the wild. Wake up early, enjoy thrilling safaris, and come back to nice lodges and camps. This is what happens on a daily basis.
Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park
- Depart Nairobi and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.
- Afternoon game drive to see flamingos, rhinos, giraffes, and leopards.
- Overnight at a lodge near the park.
Day 2: Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara
- Drive to Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous reserve.
- Afternoon game drive to spot lions, elephants, and cheetahs.
- Overnight at a safari lodge or tented camp.
Day 3-4: Maasai Mara Full-Day Safari
- Full-day game drives to witness the Big Five and possibly the Great Migration (seasonal).
- Optional hot air balloon safari for a breathtaking aerial view.
- Visit a Maasai village to learn about their culture.
- Overnight at the lodge.
Day 5: Maasai Mara – Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Cross into Tanzania and enter Serengeti National Park.
- Afternoon game drive to see wildebeest herds, hyenas, and gazelles.
- Overnight at a lodge in Serengeti.
Day 6-7: Serengeti Full-Day Safari
- Explore the vast Serengeti plains, famous for lions, cheetahs, and elephants.
- Visit the Seronera Valley, known for its high predator concentration.
- Overnight at a lodge.
Day 8: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
- Drive to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Stop at Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site.
- Overnight at a lodge near the crater.
Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
- Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive.
- Spot black rhinos, hippos, and flamingos in the crater lake.
- Overnight at the lodge.
Day 10: Ngorongoro – Tarangire National Park
- Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for large elephant herds.
- Afternoon game drive to see baobab trees, giraffes, and leopards.
- Overnight at a lodge.
Day 11: Tarangire – Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
- Cross back into Kenya and drive to Amboseli National Park.
- Afternoon game drive with views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Overnight at a lodge.
Day 12: Amboseli Full-Day Safari
- Full-day game drives to spot elephants, lions, and zebras.
- Visit the Observation Hill for panoramic views.
- Overnight at the lodge.
Day 13: Amboseli – Nairobi
- Morning game drive.
- Drive back to Nairobi, marking the end of the safari.
Important Information
Inclusions:
- Accommodation at luxury or mid-range lodges/camps
- All park entrance fees and game drives in 4×4 safari vehicles
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Cross-border travel logistics between Kenya and Tanzania
- All meals and bottled drinking water during safari
- Cultural village visits (optional)
What to Bring:
- A good camera with zoom lens
- Light clothing for day & warm layers for early mornings
- Sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses, and a hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A sense of adventure!
