12-Day Tanzania and Kenya Grand Safari Expedition
The 12-Day Tanzania and Kenya Grand Safari Expedition is a once-in-a-lifetime journey through East Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This comprehensive safari covers Tanzania’s Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park, followed by Kenya’s Maasai Mara and Amboseli National Park. Guests will have the opportunity to witness the Big Five, the Great Migration (seasonal), and breathtaking landscapes, while experiencing local Maasai culture and scenic African vistas. This expedition is perfect for travelers seeking a full, immersive safari adventure across two countries.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be met by your private driver-guide. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha for rest and orientation. Enjoy a briefing about the safari route, wildlife spotting tips, and photography opportunities. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its vast elephant herds and towering baobab trees. Spend the day on safari, observing lions, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. Picnic lunch inside the park, followed by an evening return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park
Visit Lake Manyara National Park, home to tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos. Morning and afternoon game drives allow for spectacular wildlife sightings and photography. Transfer to a lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. Observe elephants, rhinos, lions, zebras, and hippos while enjoying a picnic lunch on the crater floor. Return to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: Karatu – Serengeti National Park
Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands to Serengeti National Park. Afternoon game drive introduces you to the vast plains, predators, and migrating herds. Check into your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Full Day in Central Serengeti
Spend the day exploring the central Serengeti, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, and the seasonal migration herds. Morning and afternoon game drives provide excellent photography opportunities. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Serengeti – Western Serengeti / Migration Zone
Follow the movement of the wildebeest and zebra herds to the Western Serengeti (seasonal). Afternoon game drive allows for wildlife observation in the migration zone. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or tented camp.
Day 8: Serengeti – Maasai Mara, Kenya
Drive to the Isebania border and complete immigration formalities before entering Kenya. Continue to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s premier safari destination. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before checking into your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 9: Full Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Spend the day exploring Maasai Mara, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, and wildebeest. Depending on the season, witness dramatic river crossings of the Great Migration. Picnic lunch in the reserve and evening return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10: Maasai Mara – Amboseli National Park
Travel to Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. Afternoon game drive provides stunning photographic opportunities with elephants against the snow-capped mountain backdrop. Dinner and overnight stay in a lodge or tented camp.
Day 11: Full Day Game Drive in Amboseli
Enjoy a full day of game drives in Amboseli, capturing wildlife in dramatic landscapes. Observe elephants, giraffes, lions, and other iconic animals. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 12: Amboseli – Nairobi Departure
After a final morning game drive and breakfast, transfer to Nairobi for your onward flight or hotel drop-off. Your 12-Day Tanzania and Kenya Grand Safari Expedition concludes with unforgettable memories of wildlife, landscapes, and cultural encounters.
Trip Includes
- Airport transfers in Arusha and Nairobi
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation in lodges and tented camps
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner during safari
- National park entrance and conservation fees
- Game drives as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- All government taxes and service charges
Trip Excludes
- International flights
- Tanzania and Kenya visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as drinks, souvenirs, and laundry
Book Your 12-Day Tanzania and Kenya Grand Safari Expedition
Experience the ultimate East African safari, from Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro to Kenya’s Maasai Mara and Amboseli. Luxury accommodations, expert guides, and thrilling game drives make this a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
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