Metlife Africa Safaris

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$1,660 to $1,718 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

From Nairobi to Lake Nakuru

From Nairobi to Lake Nakuru

Your African adventure begins in Nairobi as you journey through the spectacular Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Discover a beautiful landscape of lakes, woodland and open grassland, home to endangered rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffalo and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a game drive to explore the park's remarkable wildlife, subject to your arrival time and confirmed park entry. Keep your camera ready for unforgettable encounters in one of Kenya's celebrated conservation areas. Later, head to your confirmed budget accommodation for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, ready for the next stage of your Kenya and Tanzania adventure.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Journey to Amboseli's Elephant Country

Journey to Amboseli's Elephant Country

Your African adventure begins in Nairobi as you journey through the spectacular Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Discover a beautiful landscape of lakes, woodland and open grassland, home to endangered rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffalo and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a game drive to explore the park's remarkable wildlife, subject to your arrival time and confirmed park entry. Keep your camera ready for unforgettable encounters in one of Kenya's celebrated conservation areas. Later, head to your confirmed budget accommodation for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, ready for the next stage of your Kenya and Tanzania adventure.

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
LeopardRare to None
Activities:
  • Evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Nyati Safari Camp
  • Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

A Full Game of Amboseli Wildlife

A Full Game of Amboseli Wildlife

Wake up to the beauty of Amboseli and enjoy a wildlife adventure across its open plains, seasonal wetlands and acacia-dotted landscapes. During scheduled game drives, search for large elephant families, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffes and predators. When the skies are clear, Mount Kilimanjaro provides a breathtaking backdrop for photographs. Your safari guide will help you explore the park responsibly and look for wildlife in its natural habitat. Enjoy a picnic lunch if included in your package, then continue your exploration before returning to camp for dinner and a peaceful night beneath the African sky.

Main Destination:
Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Nyati Safari Camp
  • Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Cross into Tanzania and Discover Lake Manyara

Cross into Tanzania and Discover Lake Manyara

After breakfast, journey towards the Namanga border between Kenya and Tanzania. Complete the required immigration and customs formalities before continuing with your confirmed Tanzanian safari team and transfer arrangements. As you enter Tanzania, enjoy the changing scenery of East Africa's northern safari circuit. Continue towards the Lake Manyara area, known for its rich birdlife, forest habitats, elephants and diverse wildlife. An afternoon park visit is possible only if time, access and fees are confirmed. Settle into your budget accommodation and prepare for the remarkable wildlife landscapes that await.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Fanaka Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Into the Legendary Serengeti

Into the Legendary Serengeti

After breakfast, travel through Tanzania's northern safari circuit towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. The scenery opens into vast savannah plains that support some of Africa's most celebrated wildlife. Depending on your confirmed route, you may arrange an optional stop at Olduvai Gorge in advance. Once inside Serengeti, enjoy scheduled wildlife viewing if arrival time and park access permit. Look for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest roaming this extraordinary ecosystem. Migration activity varies by season, making each journey unique. End the day at your confirmed budget camp, surrounded by the atmosphere of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Central 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
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Serengeti Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

The Great Serengeti Safari

The Great Serengeti Safari

Today is dedicated to exploring the magnificent Serengeti on scheduled game drives. Cross open grasslands and wildlife-rich areas with your guide as you search for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, zebras and wildebeest. The Serengeti's immense landscapes offer a true sense of Africa's wilderness, with new discoveries around every turn. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, you may encounter areas associated with the Great Migration, although sightings cannot be guaranteed. Enjoy a picnic lunch if included, continue your adventure through the park, and return to your confirmed camp for dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Serengeti Wild Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Through the Wilds to Ngorongoro

Through the Wilds to Ngorongoro

Enjoy breakfast before departing Serengeti for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Travel through dramatic East African landscapes, with opportunities to observe wildlife along the route where permitted by your itinerary. Your guide will coordinate the journey according to road conditions, park regulations and the confirmed accommodation location. Prepare for tomorrow's highlight: a planned descent into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife destinations. On arrival, settle into your confirmed budget campsite or lodge in the appropriate area. Enjoy dinner and a restful evening before the final day's wildlife adventure.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Karatu Classic View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Ngorongoro Crater and Farewell Leave back to Nairobi

Ngorongoro Crater and Farewell Leave back to Nairobi

Conclude your safari with an unforgettable visit to Ngorongoro Crater, subject to the confirmed entry schedule and applicable fees. Descend into this remarkable volcanic caldera for a scheduled game drive across its grasslands, wetlands and woodland habitats. Watch for lions, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife in this extraordinary natural setting. Every game drive brings its own surprises, and sightings depend on natural conditions. After your crater experience, transfer to your agreed drop-off point, such as Arusha, if included in your booking. Please confirm onward travel arrangements and flight times with MetLife Africa Safaris Ltd before departure. Carry home memories of eight days exploring Kenya and Tanzania.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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