Ultimate 12 Days Private Safari Tour in Kenya and Tanzania

4.9 (79 reviews) Nairobi, Kenya
Duration12 days
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Overview

Embark on a thrilling 12-day odyssey through Kenya and Tanzania, where every day unfolds with remarkable encounters and breathtaking vistas. From the majestic rhinos and the captivating "Big Five" in Ol Pejeta to the epic migration in the Serengeti, this safari promises an adventure of a lifetime. Witness unique wildlife, diverse landscapes, and the enchanting cultures of East Africa. Whether you're traversing the Great Rift Valley or capturing the magic of Mount Kilimanjaro at Amboseli, every moment is a masterpiece. This journey is a symphony of nature, culture, and discovery, and it's calling your name. Don't miss your chance to experience the wild wonders of Africa. Book your 12-day safari now and let the adventure begin!

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast

What to expect

Day 1: NAIROBI – OL-PEJETA (220km: Appx: 4 Hours)
  1. 1 day · Admission ticket included
    NAIROBI – OL-PEJETA (220km: Appx: 4 Hours)

    Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
    07:30 hrs. Your driver/guide will pick up from your Nairobi area hotel, Nairobi airport or Nairobi area residence for the drive to Ol Pejeta.
    We’ll travel through the central highlands and even make stops to view coffee and tea plantations along our route.
    Arriving at Ol Pejeta, we’ll break for lunch and then embark on our first game drive of the safari!

    There’s so much to see in this special reserve – six prides of lions roam these plains along with other big cats and African wild dogs. We’ll explore the endangered species enclosure – a large drive-through area, home to a great population of black rhinos.

    Adding more fun to this versatile park is the Sweet waters Chimpanzee Sanctuary – the only place in Kenya where you can observe these intelligent and fascinating creatures.
  2. Ol Pejeta Conservancy
    1 day · Admission ticket included
    At Ol Pejeta Conservancy, travelers will witness the "Big Five," rhinos, Gravy's zebras, and rescued chimpanzees in their natural habitat, surrounded by stunning African landscapes.
Day 2: Full day at-ol pejata conservancy.
  1. Ol Pejeta Conservancy
    1 day · Admission ticket included
    Ol Pejeta

    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Today shall be spent within the Olpejeta exploring the wildlife rich conservancy on private game viewing drives.
    There is so much to see in this expansive conservancy and you shall be spoilt for choice.
Day 3: Ol Pejeta – Lake Naivasha & Great Rift valley (230Km – Approx. 4 hrs)
  1. Rift Valley Province
    1 day
    There’s so much wildlife in Ol Pejeta – we’ll take an early morning game drive to see who we can spot before departing this lovely preserve.

    We’re now headed through the Rift Valley on a scenic drive to Lake Naivasha. Along the way, we’ll stop at 74 m (243 ft) Thompson’s Falls to admire its dramatic cascades.
    Continuing, we’ll arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for an afternoon boat safari across the lake. This is an easy, relaxing ride, sailing past hippos and exotic birdlife dotting the lake and its shores.

    Nearby, we may spot antelope, zebra, buffalo, eland, and impala perhaps grazing on the shore.

    We should also have time for a guided walking safari to nearby Crescent Island Game Sanctuary. It’s a quick walk to this small park where we’ll spot impala, gazelle and other grazers close-by.
Day 4: Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara : 240 km (Approx. 4-5 Hrs)
  1. Masai Mara National Reserve
    1 day · Admission ticket included
    After breakfast depart for world-famous Masai Mara Reserve.

    (Optional activity in Naivasha: visit to Hell’s Gate National Park at an extra USD 35 Per Person).

    Our drive will take us past the dramatic rises and gorges of the Great Rift Valley, passing through Masai country.

    The Masai Mara impresses visitors with its vast spaces but also with its amazing displays of wildlife, said to contain the greatest density of lions in the world.

    We’ll arrive at the great park with plenty of time for an afternoon game drive. Over its rolling green hills and golden savannahs, we’ll be looking for the big cats, elephant, giraffe, ostrich, warthog, plus buffalo and more.
Day 5: Masai Mara – full day
  1. Masai Mara National Reserve
    1 day · Admission ticket included
    We’re at the greatest wildlife park in the world so let’s get up early to enjoy it! We’ll see the light breaking over the reserve, with fresh tracks of wildlife impressed on the morning dew.

    The sun’s rays breaking through the park’s many iconic acacia trees signal new beginnings and great possibilities.

    This is a day of unlimited game drives and fulfilling exploration. Sightings of lion are common on these plains and we will track the mighty creatures.
    The park is also known as the place where the greatest movement of animals on the planet occurs – the Great Migration. If you are here during the migrating season (July – October) you’ll be witness to thousands and perhaps tens of thousands of gazelle, wildebeest, and zebra pouring into the park over the Mara River.
    We’ll enjoy lunch by the river and if in season, watch the torrent of wildlife flood into the park. Also, nearby, we’ll look for hippos and crocodiles in their river habitat.
    Rounding out your first-hand experience here.
Day 6: Masai mara game reserve – Serengeti game reserve. 370Km : Approx. 6-7 Hrs with stops
  1. Serengeti National Park
    1 day
    Depart Masai Mara and proceed across the border in to Tanzania and the Serengeti game reserve.

    The Serengeti game reserve shares the same boundary and is an extension of the Masai mara.

    Ideally the Masai mara is an extension of the Serengeti

    It is well located for game viewing drives together with optional activities including balloon safari excursions and guided nature / bird walks.

    Afternoon game viewing drive at the Serengeti.
Day 7: Serengeti Game reserve
  1. Serengeti National Park
    1 day
    A full day game viewing drive as we explore this vast nature rich wildlife reserve.

    Options of morning and afternoon or full day game viewing drives are available to you.

    Serengeti is also a pride of its lions which have been fitted with radio-transmitter collars so that their movements may be tracked,.

    Other wildlife includes cheetah, zebra, giraffe, Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelle, eland, impala, klipspringer, hippo and warthog.
Day 8: Serengeti game reserve- Ngorongoro Crater. 200 Km: approx. 3-4 Hrs
  1. Ngorongoro Conservation Area
    1 day
    Depart the Serengeti and proceed to the Ngorongoro crater.

    Descend to the crater floor for a day of game viewing in this natural wildlife habitat.

    Picnic lunch at the crater floor.

    Later ascend to the crater rim for your overnight.

    The Ngorongoro Crater rim offers the finest sunset and sunrise views.
Day 9: Ngorogoro crater-Lake Manyara National park. 70Km : Approx. 1.5 Hrs
  1. Lake Manyara
    1 day · Admission ticket included
    After breakfast proceed to the Lake Manyara with a stop at the local market of Karatu.

    Game and bird watching drives at the Lake Manyara.

    We may see the famous tree climbing lions unique to this park.
Day 10: Lake Manyara- Amboseli National park. 300Km : Approx. 6Hrs
  1. Amboseli National Park
    1 day
    Proceed to the Amboseli National Park.
    Border crossing and immigration formalities at the Namanga border town .

    Afternoon game viewing drive at the Amboseli National Park with views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Amboseli is an international biosphere nature reserve featuring dried-out lake bed, rolling savannah and lush green swamps.

    Amboseli hosts various animal species including the Elephant ,Antelope, Spotted Hyena, Jackal, Warthog, Olive baboon, Vervet monkey.

    The observation hill at Amboseli park is easily climbed and offers stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro
    What you may see at Amboseli National Park.

    Elephant, Cheetah, Buffalo, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Plain game, crocodile, Mongoose, Hyrax, Lesser Kudu and birdlife features 600 species.
Day 11: Amboseli National Park
  1. Amboseli National Park
    1 day
    Early morning game viewing drive at the Amboseli national park.
    Weather permitting the clouds will shear off, leaving you mesmerized at the majesty of the Kilimanjaro and its gleaming snowcapped peaks.

    Today shall be spent exploring the park on unlimited game viewing drives.
Day 12: Amboseli- Nairobi. 250Km : approx. 4 Hrs
  1. Nairobi
    12h
    Early pre-breakfast game viewing drive in search of the predators and grazers.

    Extra final game drive at the Amboseli National Park.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup can be at any Hotel within Nairobi or the airport.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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