Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

12-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari with Serengeti and Ngorongoro

12 Days Round trip from Lake Nakuru Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Drive through the iconic Masai Mara Reserve and visit the Mara River
  • 02 Explore the vast plains of Serengeti National Park on thrilling game drives
  • 03 Visit Olduvai Gorge and its museum for insights into human evolution
  • 04 Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for striking landscapes and diverse wildlife
  • 05 Enjoy immersive wildlife encounters in Amboseli National Park

Embark on a 12-day safari journey through Kenya and Tanzania, travelling from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Amboseli National Park. Enjoy multiple game drives across some of East Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations, with opportunities to see abundant animals and explore varied landscapes. The journey also includes a visit to Olduvai Gorge and its museum for archaeological insight into human evolution. Your adventure ends with a return to Nairobi after an immersive cross-border safari experience.

Embark on a 12-day safari journey through Kenya and Tanzania, travelling from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Amboseli National Park.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Nairobi, Namanga, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi and Transfer to Lake Nakuru

  • We will pick you up in Nairobi and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Before that, we will pass through the hotel to check in first and pick up our packed lunch as we proceed to check in at the park.

Overnight at Citimax Hotel Nakuru.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Enjoy a full-day game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, searching for the Big Five and other beautiful animals such as giraffes.

Overnight at Citimax Hotel Nakuru.

3
Day 03

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Reserve

  • Depart from Lake Nakuru Park to Masai Mara, check in at the hotel, have lunch, and then depart for an evening game drive in the reserve.

Overnight at La Maison Moyale Lodge at Masai Mara.

4
Day 04

Full-Day Exploration of Masai Mara

  • After breakfast, set out for a full-day exploration game drive in the reserve. In the evening, visit the Mara River.

Overnight at La Maison Moyale Lodge at Masai Mara.

5
Day 05

Transfer from Masai Mara to Serengeti

  • Depart from Masai Mara to Serengeti Park in Tanzania through Nairobi, and stop for lunch before crossing the Namanga border.

Overnight at Osero Safari Camp Lodge.

6
Day 06

Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

  • Set out on a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park, exploring the park with your packed lunch and enjoying views of numerous wild animals.

Overnight at Osero Serengeti Tented Camp.

7
Day 07

Serengeti Game Drive and Olduvai Gorge Visit

  • In the morning after breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive with your packed lunch. Visit Olduvai Gorge and the museum.

Overnight at Safari Camp Lodge, Karatu.

8
Day 08

Ngorongoro Crater Day Game Drive

  • In the morning after breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Crater for a day game drive with your packed lunch.

Overnight at Safari Camp Lodge Karatu.

9
Day 09

Journey to Amboseli National Park

  • In the morning after breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park through the Arusha Namanga border.

Check-in at Sopa Lodge Amboseli.

10
Day 10

Full-Day Safari in Amboseli

  • In the morning after breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive. At lunchtime, drive back to the lodge for lunch before starting your evening game drive.

Overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge.

11
Day 11

Another Day of Exploration in Amboseli

  • In the morning after breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive, similar to Day 10.

Overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge.

12
Day 12

Return to Nairobi and Tour End

  • In the morning after breakfast, depart back to Nairobi to end the tour.
  • Airport transfer is included.
Masai Mara Reserve, Mara River, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara Reserve, Mara River, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lake Nakuru 8 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation in Jeep safari vehicles with a pop-up roof

  • Full-board accommodation is provided as follows:

    • Amboseli Park: Sopa Lodge
    • Masai Mara: Lenchada Hotel
    • Lake Nakuru Park: Citimax Hotel Nakuru
    • Serengeti Park: Serengeti Safari Camp at Ikoma Gate
    • Ngorongoro Crater: Serengeti Safari Camp Karatu
  • Park fees are included in the package

  • Guiding fees are also included

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Personal items for the trip

Know before you go

  • Guaranteed best services and care.
  • A professional guide who listens well, understands your needs, and offers friendly assistance.
  • The itinerary can be changed according to traveller requests and preferences.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lake Nakuru, Kenya
Tour start
Lake Nakuru, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Lake Nakuru.

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