14-Day Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari through Big Five Parks

14 Days Round trip from Jomo Kenyata International Airport Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Kenya's Aberdares with scenic waterfalls, forests, and rare wildlife viewing opportunities
  • 02 Enjoy game drives at Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha, including a guided walking safari at Hell's Gate
  • 03 Spend multiple safari days in Maasai Mara and Serengeti for exceptional Big Five and predator sightings
  • 04 Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater and visit Olduvai Gorge for a fascinating window into early human history
  • 05 Experience Tarangire's baobabs, Lake Manyara's treetop walkway, and Amboseli's elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro views

Journey through the very best of Kenya and Tanzania on this immersive 14-day wildlife safari, designed to maximize game viewing across dramatically different landscapes, from the misty forests of the Aberdares to the endless plains of the Serengeti. With carefully paced drives, multiple full safari days, and handpicked lodges and camps, you'll enjoy comfort in the heart of the wild and unforgettable encounters with Africa's iconic animals. From Lake Nakuru's famous birdlife and rhinos to Maasai Mara's big-cat territory, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, admire Tarangire's ancient baobabs, and take in Amboseli's elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro as your backdrop. Along the way, enrich the experience with a walking safari, a treetop canopy walkway, a visit to Olduvai Gorge, and a Maasai cultural interaction.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Hell's Gate National Park, Aberdare National Park
Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi and Transfer to Aberdares National Park

  • Meet a Fargin Safaris representative at Nairobi airport or your hotel.

  • After a brief safari orientation, drive to Aberdares National Park.

  • Explore mountain peaks, valleys, streams, rivers, waterfalls, moorlands, bamboo forests, and rainforests.

  • Watch for forest elephants, mountain bongo, buffaloes, hyenas, and numerous bird species, including Aberdare Cisticola and Jackson's Francolin.

  • Visit the scenic Chania and Kalulu Falls.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner.

Accommodation: The Ark Lodge

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

2
Day 02

From Aberdares to Lake Nakuru's Flamingos and Rhinos

  • After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, stopping briefly at the Equator.

  • Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge.

  • In the afternoon, explore Lake Nakuru's stunning scenery, famous for flamingos, Rothschild giraffes, rhinos, and more.

  • Highlights include Baboon Cliff, Lion Hill, and Makalia Waterfalls.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3
Day 03

Lake Nakuru Game Drive and Hell's Gate Guided Walk

  • Begin with an early morning game drive.

  • Then head to Lake Naivasha.

  • After lunch, enjoy a guided walk at Hell's Gate National Park, spotting giraffes, elands, buffalo, and gazelles.

  • Optional activities include biking or a boat ride on the lake.

  • Return to your lodge for the evening.

Accommodation: Great Rift Valley Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4
Day 04

Journey into the Masai Mara

  • Travel to the legendary Masai Mara.

  • On arrival, enjoy a game drive to your camp, followed by lunch.

  • In the afternoon, explore the reserve's abundant wildlife, including Big Five members, cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.

  • Return to the lodge at sunset.

  • Enjoy dinner amidst the sounds of the African bush.

Accommodation: Enkakenya Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5
Day 05

Full-Day Safari in the Maasai Mara

  • Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Watch lions, leopards, elephants, and buffalo roam freely.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the savanna.

  • Return to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Enkakenya Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6
Day 06

Cross into Tanzania and Continue to the Serengeti

  • Cross into Tanzania via the Isebania border.

  • Continue to Serengeti National Park.

  • En route, enjoy a game drive across the vast plains, home to wildebeest, zebras, and predators.

  • Arrive at your lodge or camp in the evening for dinner.

Accommodation: Acacia Central Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7
Day 07

Serengeti Wildlife Game Drives

  • Spend two full days exploring the Serengeti on morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Witness Africa's spectacular wildlife, from hippos and giraffes to lions and cheetahs, and enjoy the backdrop of the annual wildebeest and zebra migration.

  • Return to the camp each evening to relax under the starry African sky.

Accommodation: Acacia Central Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8
Day 08

Another Full Day in the Serengeti

  • Spend two full days exploring the Serengeti on morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Witness Africa's spectacular wildlife, from hippos and giraffes to lions and cheetahs, and enjoy the backdrop of the annual wildebeest and zebra migration.

  • Return to the camp each evening to relax under the starry African sky.

Accommodation: Acacia Central Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

9
Day 09

Ngorongoro Crater and Olduvai Gorge

  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of remarkable wildlife viewing.

  • Spot lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and other species.

  • Visit Olduvai Gorge to explore ancient human history and tools.

  • Continue with an en-route game drive to your lodge.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

10
Day 10

Tarangire's Baobabs and Elephant Herds

  • Travel to Tarangire, famous for its ancient baobabs and high elephant populations.

  • Enjoy a full-day game drive, spotting diverse wildlife.

  • Have a picnic lunch in the park.

  • Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

  • Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

11
Day 11

Lake Manyara and the Treetop Walkway

  • Journey to Lake Manyara with an en-route game drive.

  • Explore the Treetop Walkway, a 370-meter aerial trail through the forest canopy, offering close encounters with birds, butterflies, and monkeys.

  • Transfer to your lodge for dinner.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

12
Day 12

Return to Kenya and Explore Amboseli

  • Cross back into Kenya at Namanga.

  • Proceed to Amboseli National Park.

  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive, taking in the elephants and the magnificent backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

13
Day 13

Amboseli Wildlife and Maasai Traditions

  • Explore Amboseli's diverse ecosystems, from wetlands to savannas.

  • Observe elephants and other wildlife up close.

  • Interact with the Maasai community to learn about their traditions.

  • Picnic lunch included.

Accommodation: Ol Tukai Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

14
Day 14

Morning Game Drive and Departure to Nairobi

  • After a morning game drive, return to Nairobi.

  • Enjoy lunch at a city restaurant.

  • Transfer to your hotel or airport for departure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Jomo Kenyata International Airport 12 cities · 14 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Full-board accommodation as per the itinerary and program
  • Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
  • All airport and hotel transfers
  • Driver's allowances and other vehicle expenses
  • Game drives
  • Drinking water during safaris
  • Park entrance fees
  • Emergency evacuation cover by AMREF Flying Doctors
  • Meals as stipulated in the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Visas
  • Personal items
  • Beers, sodas, wines, and spirits
  • Boat ride safari
  • Balloon ride safari
  • Visit to Maasai village
  • Tips and gratuities
  • International and local flights

What to bring

  • Light, neutral-colored clothing (avoid bright colors)

  • Warm jacket or fleece (mornings and evenings can be cold)

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

  • Camera with extra batteries and memory cards

  • Binoculars

  • Personal toiletries and medications

  • Small backpack for daily essentials

  • Insect repellent

Know before you go

  • All safaris are conducted in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for the best wildlife viewing.

  • Roads inside the parks are dusty and sometimes bumpy.

  • Wildlife sightings cannot be 100% guaranteed, but our guides are highly experienced.

  • Tanzania uses Type D and G plugs (230V). Bring a universal adapter.

  • Local currency is Tanzanian shillings (TZS), but USD (new notes printed after 2009) is widely accepted.

  • ATMs are available in Arusha, with limited access inside the parks.

  • Travel insurance is highly recommended.

  • A yellow fever certificate may be required if arriving from certain countries.

  • The best wildlife viewing times are early morning and late afternoon.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi airport or your hotel
Tour start
Jomo Kenyata International Airport
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 14 days finish where they began, in Jomo Kenyata International Airport.

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