11-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Itinerary (10 Days)

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Amboseli

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to Amboseli, where the snow-capped peak of Kilimanjaro forms a breathtaking backdrop. Spend two days exploring the park’s open plains, famous for large elephant herds and diverse wildlife. Evenings bring sundowners and lodge comforts with views stretching to Africa’s highest mountain.

•Drive: ~250 km / 5 hrs via Mombasa Road & Emali.
•Hotel: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (mid range) / Tortilis Camp (luxury).
•Highlights: Kilimanjaro views, elephant herds.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru

Travel north via Nairobi to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater haven where hippos wallow and birdlife thrives. Enjoy a tranquil boat ride before continuing to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its flamingo-dotted shores and rhino sanctuary. These two days balance serene waterscapes with thrilling game drives.

•Drive: Amboseli → Naivasha ~320 km / 6–7 hrs via Nairobi; Naivasha → Nakuru ~80 km / 1.5 hrs.
•Hotel: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge (mid range) / The Cliff Nakuru (luxury).
•Highlights: Boat ride on Lake Naivasha, flamingos & rhinos in Nakuru.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara

Drive west into the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s crown jewel of safari. Here, rolling Savannahs host the Big Five and, seasonally, the awe-inspiring wildebeest migration. Spend two days immersed in game drives, cultural encounters with the Maasai, and evenings under star-filled skies.

•Drive: ~250 km / 5–6 hrs via Narok.
•Hotel: Mara Serena Safari Lodge (mid range) / Angama Mara (luxury).
•Highlights: Big Five, wildebeest migration (seasonal).

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Maasai Mara to Serengeti Tanzania

Cross into Tanzania at Isebania and enter the legendary Serengeti. Its endless plains teem with predators and migrating herds, offering dramatic wildlife spectacles. Two days here provide unrivalled opportunities to witness lion hunts, cheetah sprints, and the raw beauty of Africa’s most iconic ecosystem.

•Drive: ~270 km / 6–7 hrs via Isebania border crossing.
•Highlights: Endless plains, predator sightings, migration herds.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Travel south to the Ngorongoro Highlands, descending into the world‑famous crater. This natural amphitheater shelters an astonishing density of wildlife — from lions and elephants to rare black rhinos. A full day inside the crater offers unmatched game viewing, before retreating to your lodge perched on the rim, overlooking this ancient volcanic wonder.

•Drive: ~145 km / 3–4 hrs via Naabi Hill Gate.
•Hotel: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge (mid range)
•Highlights: Crater descent, dense wildlife including rhinos.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro to Arusha

Your morning begins with sweeping views over the Ngorongoro Highlands before embarking on a scenic drive to Arusha. The road winds past fertile coffee estates and bustling towns, offering a last glimpse of northern Tanzania’s landscapes. Arriving in Arusha by afternoon, you’ll settle into your lodge, enjoy a cultural tour, or simply relax with a fresh cup of Tanzanian coffee. The day concludes with an overnight stay in Arusha — a gentle pause before your return to Kenya.

• Scenic drive from Ngorongoro Highlands to Arusha.
• Views of coffee plantations and bustling towns en route.
• Afternoon arrival in Arusha with time for cultural tours or relaxation.
• Overnight stay at a lodge in Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City, Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Four Points by Sheraton Arusha Hotel

• Luxury hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Arusha to Nairobi

After breakfast, begin the final leg of your journey by road, crossing the border back into Kenya. The drive to Nairobi offers time to reflect on the extraordinary adventure you’ve just completed — elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, flamingos on Rift Valley lakes, the drama of the Maasai Mara, and the endless Serengeti plains. By afternoon or evening, you’ll arrive in Nairobi, where your East African safari comes full circle.

- Morning departure from Arusha by road.
- Border crossing back into Kenya.
- Scenic journey through northern Tanzania and southern Kenya landscapes.
- Arrival in Nairobi by afternoon/evening, marking the end of the safari.

Main Destination:

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi, Kenya)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.