THE GRAND EAST AFRICA SAFARI
14 Days | Kenya & Tanzania | Private Safari Journey
From the iconic plains of the Masai Mara and Serengeti to the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro region and the elephant kingdom of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.
Discover the highlights of Kenya and Tanzania on a 14-day safari through some of East Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Experience the remarkable wildlife of the Masai Mara and Serengeti, explore the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire, and return to Kenya for an unforgettable stay in Amboseli National Park.
With carefully selected accommodation, private guiding in Kenya and coordinated cross-border transfers, this journey combines exceptional wildlife encounters with comfortable stays and personalised service.
AT A GLANCE
- Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
- Countries: Kenya and Tanzania
- Safari style: Private, tailor-made safari
- Ideal for: Couples, mature travellers, retirees and wildlife enthusiasts
- Wildlife highlights: Elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, rhinos and abundant birdlife
- Featured destinations: Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Amboseli
YOUR JOURNEY
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Overnight: Argyle Grand Hotel, Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a visit to the Giraffe Centre to encounter endangered Rothschild’s giraffes before relaxing at your hotel.
Stay: Argyle Grand Hotel
Experience: Giraffe Centre visit, subject to arrival time
Day 2: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park
Overnight: Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa, Nakuru
Depart Nairobi after breakfast and journey through the spectacular Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Enjoy guided game drives in search of rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffalo and other wildlife. Pause for lunch at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge before continuing your afternoon exploration.
Exit the park in the late afternoon and transfer to Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa.
Stay: Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
Experiences: Rift Valley viewpoints and guided game drives
Days 3–5: Masai Mara National Reserve
3 nights | Fig Tree Camp
Travel to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, renowned for its expansive savannahs and exceptional wildlife viewing.
Spend three nights exploring the reserve on guided game drives, searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes and other iconic African wildlife. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Migration.
Return to Fig Tree Camp after your wildlife adventures and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of your safari accommodation.
Stay: Fig Tree Camp
Experiences: Guided game drives and seasonal Great Migration viewing
Optional hot-air balloon safaris and cultural visits can be arranged at an additional cost.
Days 6–8: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
3 nights | Osero Tented Camp
Cross into Tanzania and continue your journey towards the magnificent Serengeti National Park.
The planned connection involves a transfer towards the Kenya–Tanzania border, onward transport to Migori Airstrip, a shuttle connection to Tarime and a scheduled flight into the Serengeti region, subject to confirmed flight operations.
Spend three nights exploring the Serengeti’s vast plains, searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes and the great herds that make this ecosystem world-famous.
Stay: Osero Tented Camp
Experiences: Regional flight connection and guided Serengeti game drives
Border transfers, flight schedules, baggage allowances and camp access will be confirmed before booking.
Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater
1 night | STC Safari Lodge
Travel towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a guided wildlife drive.
Explore this remarkable natural landscape, home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including lions, buffalo, elephants and the endangered black rhino.
Later, settle into STC Safari Lodge for the evening.
Stay: STC Safari Lodge
Experience: Ngorongoro Crater game drive
The crater descent timing will depend on the final route, permits and park operating requirements.
Day 10: Lake Manyara National Park
1 night | African Safari Manyara Escarpment
Continue to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its diverse habitats, birdlife, forested landscapes and scenic views of the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
Enjoy a guided game drive through the park, looking for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras and other wildlife before retiring to your lodge.
Stay: African Safari Manyara Escarpment
Experience: Guided Lake Manyara game drive
Day 11: Tarangire National Park and Arusha
Overnight: Mount Meru Hotel, Arusha
Travel to Tarangire National Park, celebrated for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and beautiful riverine landscapes.
Enjoy a guided game drive before continuing to Arusha for your overnight stay.
Stay: Mount Meru Hotel
Experiences: Tarangire game drive and transfer to Arusha
Day 12: Arusha to Amboseli National Park
Overnight: Kilima Safari Camp
Depart Arusha and travel towards the Namanga border crossing. After completing border formalities, reconnect with your Kenyan safari driver-guide for the onward transfer to Amboseli National Park.
Arrive at Kilima Safari Camp and settle into your accommodation. Depending on arrival time and park access, enjoy an afternoon game drive beneath the spectacular presence of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Stay: Kilima Safari Camp
Experience: Cross-border transfer and optional afternoon game drive, time permitting
Day 13: Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Overnight: Kilima Safari Camp
Enjoy a full day exploring Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most celebrated destinations for elephant encounters and wildlife photography.
Set out on guided game drives across open plains and seasonal wetlands in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo and other wildlife. When the weather is clear, admire Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the landscape.
Return to camp for your final evening in the Kenyan wilderness.
Stay: Kilima Safari Camp
Experience: Full-day guided game drives and wildlife photography
Day 14: Amboseli to Nairobi — Departure
After breakfast, depart Amboseli for the return journey to Nairobi.
Your driver-guide will transfer you directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your onward international flight home.
We recommend an evening departure to allow sufficient time for the road transfer and airport check-in. An earlier flight may require an alternative transfer or overnight arrangement.
Depart with wonderful memories of Kenya and Tanzania’s extraordinary wildlife, landscapes and hospitality.
YOUR SELECTED STAYS
- Nairobi: Argyle Grand Hotel
- Lake Nakuru: Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
- Masai Mara: Fig Tree Camp
- Serengeti: Osero Tented Camp
- Ngorongoro: STC Safari Lodge
- Lake Manyara: African Safari Manyara Escarpment
- Arusha: Mount Meru Hotel
- Amboseli: Kilima Safari Camp
WHY CHOOSE THIS JOURNEY?
Two iconic safari countries
Discover the contrasting wildlife landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania in one memorable journey.
Exceptional wildlife experiences
Explore the Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Tarangire and Amboseli.
Comfortable safari accommodation
Stay at carefully selected lodges and camps that complement your wildlife experience.
Personalised local service
Travel with Kipruto Safaris, an owner-led Kenyan safari company dedicated to thoughtful planning, local knowledge and attentive guest care.
EXPERIENCE AFRICA THROUGH LOCAL EYES
Discover East Africa through personalised planning, thoughtful hospitality and the knowledge of a locally owned safari company.
Kipruto Safaris — Experience Africa Through Local Eyes.
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