Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

15-Day Tanzania and Kenya Wildlife Safari with Big Five and Migration

15 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience thrilling Big Five safaris across Serengeti and Masai Mara
  • 02 Explore Ngorongoro Crater and discover one of Africa's richest wildlife habitats
  • 03 Enjoy Amboseli game drives with views of Mount Kilimanjaro
  • 04 Discover Lake Nakuru and witness flamingos and diverse wildlife

Explore East Africa's iconic landscapes and wildlife across Tanzania and Kenya, from Tarangire's elephants and Lake Manyara's diverse habitats to the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti plains. Experience thrilling game drives in search of the Big Five and witness the Great Migration in season. Discover Amboseli with views of Mount Kilimanjaro, then continue to the wildlife-rich Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru for an unforgettable safari filled with breathtaking scenery and remarkable animal encounters across diverse ecosystems.

Experience thrilling game drives in search of the Big Five and witness the Great Migration in season.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 15 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Safari Briefing

  • Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your professional driver-guide.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Arusha and receive a safari briefing.
  • Spend the rest of the day at leisure preparing for your journey.
2
Day 02

Tarangire National Park Elephant Safari

  • After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
  • Enjoy a scenic game drive through the park, spotting diverse wildlife including lions, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species.
  • Proceed to your lodge or camp after the safari for dinner and an overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Lake Manyara Wildlife and Rift Valley Scenery

  • After breakfast, depart from Tarangire National Park and drive to Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic park set along the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

  • Enjoy a game drive through lush forests and open plains, spotting tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, flamingos, and diverse birdlife.

  • Continue to your lodge after the safari for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Journey to Ngorongoro Crater Rim

  • After breakfast, depart from Lake Manyara National Park and travel through scenic highlands toward the Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Arrive at the crater rim and enjoy panoramic views of this remarkable natural landscape.

  • Spend the rest of the day at leisure preparing for the next day's safari experience.

  • Stay at your lodge on or near the crater rim for dinner and an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Full-Day Ngorongoro Crater Safari

  • After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive in a remarkable wildlife sanctuary.

  • Explore the crater floor, home to the Big Five including lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and the rare black rhino.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness surrounded by stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife.

  • Ascend back to the crater rim in the afternoon and continue to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Into the Serengeti Wilderness

  • After breakfast, depart from Ngorongoro Crater and drive through scenic highlands with en route game viewing toward Serengeti National Park.

  • Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy your first game drive across the vast savannah, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, and herds of wildebeest and zebras.

  • Continue to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and an overnight stay in the wilderness.

7
Day 07

Full Day on the Serengeti Plains

  • Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Track the Big Five and other wildlife including lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, and herds of wildebeest and zebras.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by expansive savannah landscapes.

  • Return to your lodge or tented camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

8
Day 08

Cross into Kenya for Amboseli

  • After an early breakfast in Serengeti National Park, depart with a scenic drive and cross the border into Kenya.

  • Continue your journey toward Amboseli National Park, enjoying views of rural landscapes and the Great Rift Valley.

  • Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge.

  • Relax and prepare for the next day's game drives, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge.

9
Day 09

Amboseli Safari with Kilimanjaro Views

  • Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park with exciting game drives across open plains.

  • Enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro while spotting elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and diverse birdlife.

  • Return to your lodge after the safari for dinner and an overnight stay.

10
Day 10

Great Rift Valley Drive to Lake Naivasha

  • After breakfast, depart from Amboseli National Park and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley toward Lake Naivasha.

  • Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy views of the surrounding landscapes.

  • Take part in optional activities such as a boat ride to see hippos and water birds or a guided walking safari on Crescent Island.

  • Relax by the lakeside before continuing to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

11
Day 11

Masai Mara Bound

  • After breakfast, depart from Lake Naivasha and drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve.

  • Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp.

  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the vast savannah, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

12
Day 12

Full-Day Masai Mara Safari

  • Spend a full day exploring the wilderness of Masai Mara National Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Discover abundant wildlife including the Big Five such as lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos, along with cheetahs and giraffes.

  • Witness the Great Migration across the Mara River during the season.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and return to your lodge or camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

13
Day 13

Lake Nakuru Wildlife Safari

  • After breakfast, depart from Masai Mara National Reserve and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park.

  • Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge.

  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting flamingos, rhinos, lions, giraffes, and buffaloes.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay near the park.

14
Day 14

Return to Nairobi

  • After breakfast, depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley toward Nairobi.

  • Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your hotel.

  • Enjoy optional city sightseeing, cultural visits, shopping, or relax after your safari journey.

  • Return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

15
Day 15

Departure from Nairobi

  • After breakfast at your hotel in Nairobi, enjoy a relaxed morning based on your flight schedule.

  • Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international flight.

  • Conclude your safari journey with unforgettable memories of wildlife encounters and diverse landscapes across Tanzania and Kenya.

Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Amboseli National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro, Masai Mara

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Amboseli National Park and Mount Kilimanjaro, Masai Mara

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 11 cities · 15 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation in safari lodges / tented camps

  • All meals during the safari (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

  • All park entrance fees (Tanzania & Kenya)

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

  • Airport transfers (arrival & departure)

  • Game drives as per the itinerary

  • Border crossing assistance between Tanzania & Kenya

  • Bottled drinking water during game drives

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees for Tanzania & Kenya
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guides & staff
  • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, souvenirs)
  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Balloon safari (if not included in the package)

What to bring

  • Passport & travel documents
  • Comfortable safari clothing (neutral colors)
  • Warm jacket for early mornings
  • Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera with extra batteries / memory cards
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Personal medication

Know before you go

  • Game drives start early in the morning for the best wildlife viewing.
  • Park roads can be rough; the safari is conducted in 4x4 vehicles.
  • Wildlife is wild and unpredictable - sightings are not guaranteed.
  • Border crossing between Tanzania and Kenya may take time.
  • Weather varies: warm days, cool mornings, and cool evenings.
  • Respect wildlife rules - do not feed or disturb animals.
  • Travel insurance is highly recommended.
  • Follow your guide's instructions for safety at all times.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 15 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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