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Wildlife of Kenya & Tanzania: Nakuru to Serengeti

13 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers
14 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Highlights

Safari through the grasslands and acacia woodlands of Lake Nakuru.

Witness Masai Mara’s iconic wildlife in a highly protected ecosystem.

Experience thrilling wildlife drives in the vast Serengeti.

Marvel at Ngorongoro Crater: one of the world’s largest intact calderas.

Visit Amboseli National Park for stunning Kilimanjaro views and Masai culture.

Sit down for lunch at a G Adventure-supported community intiative where women can support their families through the creation of unique handicrafts symbolic of their cultures

Itinerary

Many travellers dream of an African safari, but choosing where to go can feel overwhelming. This 13-day adventure through Kenya and Tanzania makes it easy. Start in Nairobi before heading to the Great Rift Valley to spot wading hippos and rare bird species on the shores of Lake Nakuru, known for its thriving rhino population. From the legendary Masai Mara and the striking landscapes of Amboseli to Tanzania’s vast Serengeti plains, Ngorongoro Crater, and the hidden gem of Tarangire National Park, this is East Africa at its most spectacular.

day 1 - Nairobi

Arrive at any time. Attend a welcome meeting in the evening where you will get to know our fellow group members and meet your CEO.

Accomodation:Kingfisher Nest Hotel Suites (or similar)
Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2 - Nairobi/Nakuru

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in Nairobi then travel by private vehicle to Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy an included lunch at the lodge before heading out on a sundown safari drive inside the park in search of the area's wildlife. Return to the lodge for dinner after dark.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Lake Nakuru Lodge (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr Distance : 162 km
Included Activity:Lake Nakuru Wildlife Safari Drive

day 3 - Nakuru

Rise early as the sun is just beginning to colour the sky and enjoy a morning safari drive into Lake Nakuru National Park. Return to the lodge for breakfast before enjoying free time to explore the area. You can choose to embark on another safari drive into the park this afternoon or simply relax at the lodge property. Dinner is included at the lodge tonight.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Lake Nakuru Lodge (or similar)
Included Activity:Morning Lake Nakuru Wildlife Safari Drive
Optional Activities:Lake Nakuru Afternoon Safari Drive

day 4 - Nakuru/Masai Mara

After breakfast at the lodge the group will travel to Masai Mara National Park and arrive around lunch time. Head out on a visit to Masai Village and then an afternoon safari drive to search for giraffe, zebra, hyena, antelope, lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalos & elephants as you enjoy the beautiful scenery. Return to the lodge, relax, and have dinner in the evening.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Kenia Safari Tented Camp (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr Distance : 246 km
Included Activities:Maasai Village Visit, Maasai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive

day 5 - Masai Mara

This morning choose to pre-book an early morning safari drive or a hot air balloon safari over the plains of Masai Mara. Then, set out on a full Day drive in the park entering through Sekenani Gate. Search for wildlife and enjoy this beautiful part of Kenya. Gather for a packed lunch before arriving at your tented camp area in the later afternoon. Spend the night in this tented camp amid the sounds of the plains.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Kenia Safari Tented Camp (or similar)
Included Activity:Full Day Masai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive
Optional Activities:Masai Mara Balloon Safari , Morning Masai Mara Wildlife Safari Drive

day 6 - Masai Mara/Nairobi

In the morning leave camp and begin to travel back to Nairobi on a route that allows you to spot some wildlife as your exit the area. Stop along the way for lunch at a G Adventure-supported community project. Arrive back to Nairobi and attend an optional group dinner this evening at a nearby local restaurant.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch
Accomodation:Kingfisher Nest Hotel Suites (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 6.5 hr
Included Activity:Amani Ya Juu Lunch

day 7 - Nairobi/Amboseli National Park

Travel closer to the Tanzania border today on your journey from Nairobi to Amboseli National Park. Arrive at the lodge in the afternoon for an included lunch and then enjoy a safari drive into the park. Amboseli is known for its stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, especially on a clear day, along with the presence of large herds of elephants, and five distinct habitats. Take in the beautiful scenery and remain on the lookout for the wildlife everyone comes to Africa to see.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli (or similar)
Transport:Transport Duration : 4.0 hr Distance : 205 km
Included Activity:Amboseli Wildlife Safari Drive

day 8 - Amboseli National Park/Arusha

Enjoy some breakfast at the lodge before your morning safari drive in Amboseli National Park. Then, drive to Arusha crossing into Tanzania at the Namanga Border. The group will stop for a packed lunch along the way. Arrive to the hotel in the late afternoon and get settled before choosing to attend an optional group dinner at a nearby restaurant.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch
Accomodation:Comfort Eland Hotel (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.0 hr - 3.25 hr
Included Activities:Amboseli National Park Morning Safari Drive Duration : 4.0 hr, Border Crossing (Kenya - Tanzania)

day 9 - Tarangire National Park

After breakfast the group will travel to Tarangire National Park. This park is special due to its large elephant population, presence of ancient baobab trees, and a unique dry season migration. The elephants gather around the Tarangire River that flows through the park. Enjoy a safari drive upon arrival to see the diverse wildlife here for yourself. Sit down for a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing onwards to Karatu where you will spend the evening.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Flamingo Safari Lodge Karatu (or similar)
Transport:Transport Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 114 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 107 km
Included Activity:Tarangire National Park Safari Drive Duration : 4.5 hr

day 10 - Karatu

Spend a free morning in Karatu. Choose to have a leisurely wake up and relax at the hotel or pre-book the optional Lake Manyara Morning Safari Drive. Later, in the afternoon engage with local farmers on a coffee tour where you will learn about the harvesting of the beans and participate in hands-on sorting and roasting. Dinner will be had at the hotel in the evening.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner
Accomodation:Flamingo Safari Lodge Karatu (or similar)
Included Activity:Coffee Farm Visit and Tour
Optional Activities:Lake Manyara Safari Drive

day 11 - Karatu/Serengeti National Park

Today will be an early start as the group travels to the Ngorongoro Crater. Once here, you will go on a scenic wildlife safari drive. This geographical wonder is the world's largest inactive, intact, and unfilled volcanic caldera. The uniqueness of this environment has allowed for a self-contained ecosystem that offers visitors a high concentration of wildlife like, lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. Enjoy lunch in the park amid this serene setting before departing for Serengeti National Park. Enter through the Naabi Hill Gate and experience a safari drive en route to your tented camp for the evening where you can relax under the stars.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Pamoja Serengeti Luxury Camp (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 0.5 hr Distance : 17 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 86 km
Included Activities:Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari Drive, Serengeti National Park Wildlife Safari Drive

day 12 - Serengeti National Park

Choose to set an early morning wake-up call and pre-book the Serengeti Balloon Safari for epic views from the sky. Then, after breakfast set out on a full Day safari drive through the Serengeti. Sit down for a picnic lunch inside the park, scan the landscape for wildlife, and listen to bird calls all around. Return to your tented camp and relax for the evening amid your outdoor surroundings.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation:Pamoja Serengeti Luxury Camp (or similar)
Included Activity:Full-Day Serengeti National Park Wildlife Safari Drive Duration : 7.5 hr
Optional Activities:Serengeti Balloon Safari Must be 7 years and older.

day 13 - Serengeti National Park/Arusha

Gather for a breakfast at camp amid the morning life of the Serengeti before beginning the journey back to Arusha. Stop along the way for lunch at Mto wa Mbu, a G Adventures-supported initiative. Arrive to Arusha in the late afternoon where your tour will end. Please do not book onward travel prior to 9PM.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 5.5 hr Distance : 278 km
Included Activities:Mto wa Mbu Community Visit and Lunch, Departure Day
Wildlife of Kenya & Tanzania: Nakuru to Serengeti

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What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (5 nts), Tented Camp (4 nts), Lodges (3 nts).
Meals
12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinners
Note: Allow USD115-150 for meals not included.
Transport
4x4 safari vehicles, private vehicles.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer), certified safari guides/drivers, local guides.
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Amani Ya Juu Lunch, NairobiYour G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Community Visit and Lunch, Mto wa MbuYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupLake Nakuru sunset safari driveMaasai Mara village visit and national park safariFull-day Maasai Mara National Park SafariSafari drive in Amboseli National ParkTwo safari drives in Tarangire National ParkCoffee harvesting tour in KaratuScenic safari drive in Ngorongoro CraterSunset safari drive in SerengetiFull-day safari drive in Karatu and Serengeti National ParkFree time in Lake Nakuru National ParkSerengeti National Park

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