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Kenya and Tanzania Adventure

4.7(11,234 reviews)
Kenya
11 days
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$5,537

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Kenya

Overview

On this 11-day adventure, you’ll cruise through the savannah in overland trucks (hello, sky-high views), exploring East Africa’s most iconic national parks - Serengeti, Amboseli, Maasai Mara, Ngorongoro Crater and more. Plus, you’ll ramp up the adrenaline with mountain biking, white-water rafting & ziplining. And top it all off with a hot air balloon ride over the plains and a visit to a local village for a cultural deep dive you’ll never forget.

Itinerary Teaser

Hello and welcome, adventurers! We’re kicking off 11 days of pure, unfiltered epicness with a game drive that’ll set the tone for the whole trip. Meet your crew, grab your camera, and let’s hit the road - your adventure starts now.Hop on! Today, you'll have the option to cruise through Nairobi National Park on overland trucks. Keep your eyes peeled for waterholes, cityscapes and the elusive white rhino. If you like, you'll also have time to visit the Sheldrick Elephant rehabilitation nursery, where you can watch baby elephants play and bathe in the water, and hear the fascinating story of their road to recovery too - just remember you'll need to have bought your ticket in advance on the Sheldrick Website.Passing through the Great Rift Valley, we’ll get to our Maasai Mara camp. In the evening, we'll set up our very first camp of the trip(!). Then you're free to spend the evening chatting & bonding with your crew around a bonfire, and grabbing dinner at the camp.

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Day 1
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Nairobi to Maasai Mara via Nairobi National Park Hello and welcome, adventurers! We’re kicking off 11 days of pure, unfiltered epicness with a game drive that’ll set the tone for the whole trip. Meet your crew, grab your camera, and let’s hit the road - your adventure starts now.Hop on! Today, you'll have the option to cruise through Nairobi ...

Day 2
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Maasai Mara Want a bird's-eye view of the Savannah? After breakfast, you'll get the chance to head out on a sunrise hot air balloon ride. Then, it's game drive time (for the full day!). After trucking around in search of Africa's elusive big cats, we'll settle down by a scenic spot for lunch. And then head back on the road for some more wildlife ...

Day 3
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Maasai Mara to Sagana via Nairobi Rise and shine, Kenyan explorers! Today, you'll have the chance to visit a Maasai village, meet members of the tribe & even learn their traditions. Then, it's back to Nairobi. This afternoon, we'll make a quick stop to visit the Kibera Slum in Nairobi. You'll see the incredible work being done by the Mirror of Hope ...

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Sagana Love adrenaline-pumping activities? Boy, you're gonna love today. White water rafting. Rock climbing. Archery. Ziplining. There's no end to all the fun you can opt in for here. Best part? You've got an onsite restaurant (with a pool & bar) to fuel up as you go.

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Sagana to Amboseli Bye bye Sagana, you've been epic. We'll hit the road once again, making a quick lunch stop for some delicious DIY sandwiches.Aaaand finally, we're in Amboseli! And of course, it's time for a game drive. So keep an eye out for the some epic wildlife (maybe even against the backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro!) before we head to our camps ...

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Amboseli to Mto Wa Mbu via Arusha This morning we'll have one final game drive in Amboseli before heading across borders. So, say goodbye to our Kenyan guides, and say hello to our Tanzanian ones as we drive to the town of Arusha. Here, we'll visit the Shanga Community Project - a wonderful initiative that offers employment to disabled community ...

Day 7
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Mto Wa Mbu (Including Lake Manyara) Wakey wakey. You guessed it - it's game drive time!Home to its famous tree-climbing lions (yep!), Lake Manyara serves up a totally different safari vibe. You can have the option to take a canopy walk to spot monkeys up close. A Maasai village tour? Mountain biking to Lake Manyara? Canoeing across it? You've got ...

Day 8
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Mto Wa Mbu to Serengeti via Ngorongoro Crater See ya in a bit, Mto Wa Mbu. We've got a couple more places to tick off. Switching to our pop-top safari vehicles, we'll head out on another game drive in search for the Big 5. Was that a lion?! Oh, it was your tummy grumbling. Fear not - it's time for lunch. Next, one more game drive in the ...

Day 9
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Serengeti We'll spend a full day seeking out the game of Africa's plains, with predators in hot pursuit of their prey. If the wildebeest migration is around, then you are in for a wildlife treat: millions of wildebeest and zebra grazing for as far as the eye can see really is one of Africa's greatest spectacles to observe. If you want to make today ...

Day 10
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Serengeti to Mto Wa Mbu Another day, another safari. Take in the epicness of our final game drive in this wonderful national park before we head back to Mto Wa Wbu. Today's your chance to shop for a souvenir or two from the local markets here.

Day 11
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Mto Wa Mbu to Arusha via Tarangire National Park It's our last day on safari and our last chance for some wildlife viewing. So opt to jump on one last game drive in Tarangire National Park?This epic national park is famed for its two African giants - the elephant and baobab trees. Keep your eyes peeled!And with that, our wonderful, epic, surreal ...

What's included

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Activities and Logistics
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve: Known for its grassy plains and rolling hills, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras and hippos, the Maasai Mara is a jewel in Africa’s wildlife crown – don’t miss your chance to explore it at sunrise.
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve: It’s your last evening in the Mara to see the epic wildlife on this vast savannah.
  • Nairobi: Meet the dedicated team and see for yourself the work being done to help the women and children who live here in the Kibera slum.
  • Amboseli: Get that iconic wildlife shot with the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro as a backdrop.
  • Amboseli: Get up early in search of the famous elephants in this iconic Kenyan National Park.
  • Arusha: Support this social enterprise that employs local disabled people with artisanal skills. Watch weaving, glass blowing, beading, paper making and metal work.
  • Serengeti: Watch out for local wildlife as we head to our camp, which is bang in the middle of these endless plains. Could the location be any more epic?
  • Serengeti: Was that lion we heard last night? Let’s go find out. Take an incredible morning drive in search of the wildlife we heard throughout the night.
  • Serengeti: Cruise around the plains at sunset to explore new areas and spot a few more animals before they head off to bed.
  • Serengeti: Another day, another game drive, giving us the most amount of opportunities to see the wildlife that roams these plains.
  • Mto Wa Mbu: Stroll through the Maasai Market with vibrant stalls of fruit, handmade shukas and beaded jewellery. And even sample traditional dishes (washed down with banana beer!). You'll also learn about the art of Makonde carving in this little town that's home to around 120 Maasai tribes - all with their own unique language and customs.
  • Mto Wa Mbu: Dive into a colourful world of sculptures, art, crafts, textiles, jewellery - and yes, authentic Tanzanite. Take some time to browse, snap pics, and pick up unique souvenirs while soaking in the creativity on display.
  • Tarangire National Park: Take a drive through the ‘land of giants’. This national park is known for its elephants and sprawling Baobab trees.
Dining Summary
  • 8 Dinner (D)
  • 10 Breakfast (B)
  • 6 Lunch (L)
FAQs
  • Nairobi National Park: Can I visit the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage on Day 1? Yep – and it’s so worth it. After the Free Time Add-On Nairobi National Park game drive, you’ll have the option to swing by the Sheldrick Elephant Nursery. Note, however, that you’ll need to grab your own ticket in advance directly from the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust website. This costs around $20 USD.
  • Amboseli: What is Premium Camping? Premium camping is classic camping, levelled up. Our road crew will set up these tends for you - all with premium facilities like chill-out zones, communal bathrooms and all the creature comforts.
  • Amboseli: Do I need to bring a sleeping bag? Nope, you're all good! All equipment (tents, sleeping bags, etc) will be provided for you.
  • Amboseli: Do I need to set up camp, cook and clean when we're camping? You don't have to. Your road crew will set up camp, cook meals, and clean up afterwards - but you're always welcome to help!
  • Amboseli: What are the bathroom facilities like when camping? You'll have access to proper bathrooms with real toilets, hot showers and everything you need - just shared with the crew.
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