Ultimate Kenya and Tanzania Group Safari – The Full Circle Adventure (Group)

11 Days |
Price From $2375 USD

Experience the Best of East Africa – One Journey, Two Countries

This group safari is the ultimate way to experience Africa’s eastern beauty. On this Kenya and Tanzania safari you’ll get to travel through some of the most iconic wildlife destinations, from the Maasai Mara to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park and more! Not only are you offered unforgettable wildlife encounters and incredible landscape settings, this fall the journey also gives you the opportunity to visit a Maasai Village for a unique cultural experience, and discover the renowned Olduvai Gorge, giving you a deeper understanding of the history and heritage of the region. It’s the perfect combination of adventure, wildlife, and culture for those seeking a complete East African experience.

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Explore Kenya’s Iconic Landscapes and Diverse Wildlife

Your Kenya and Tanzania safari begins in Nairobi with time to settle in and relax before heading out to the renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, where you will experience thrilling game drives with the possibility of spotting the Big Five. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacle of the Great Wildebeest Migration. After a few exciting days in Maasai Mara, you’ll head back to Nairobi for a brief rest before continuing your adventure.

Discover the Natural Wonders of Tanzania

The journey then continues with a drive to Moshi, Tanzania, from where you’ll visit Lake Manyara National Park, a birdwatcher’s paradise teeming with monkeys and diverse wildlife. Following will be exploring the breathtaking vastness of the Serengeti National Park, spotting its inhabitants including herds of wildebeest, zebras, and predators like lions and cheetahs. Serengeti’s endless plains truly offer unmatched sceneries and wildlife. On your journey to the Serengeti, you’ll get the chance to explore Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites, and make an optional visit a Maasai Village, offering incredible insights into early human history and a glimpse into the culture and traditions. The adventure peaks with a visit to Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, where you’ll encounter a dense concentration of wildlife in a beautiful setting. After exploring the crater, you’ll visit Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant population and unique baobab trees. Your journey concludes with a transfer back to Moshi. Our Kenya and Tanzania safari will leave you with beautiful memories that you’ll treasure forever! If you want to explore other ways to experience both Kenya and Tanzania in one go, you should check out our Classic Kenya and Tanzania Safari – Two Birds with One Stone, or our Big Five Safari in Tanzania for a visit to Tanzania alone, or the Kenya Maasai Mara Big 5 Safari for solely visting Kenya. With World Adventure Tours you can always tailor your adventure to perfection – just reach out to us and we’ll help you craft your dream journey!

Best Time to Go

Dry Season (Jun–Oct): Cooler, prime wildlife viewing | Wet Season (Nov–May): Green, fewer visitors, birding

Weather

Jun–Oct: 20–30 °C, dry & sunny | Nov–May: 25–35 °C, hot with showers

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Highlights

Witness the spectacular Great Migration in Maasai Mara
Explore the breathtaking wildlife and landscapes of the Serengeti
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater, home to extraordinary wildlife
Spot hundreds of bird species at Lake Manyara
Discover the beauty and wildlife of Tarangire National Park

Why Book with Us

Customize Your Trip

Tailor every inch of your journey to suit your preferences, from destinations to accommodations, ensuring a personalized dream-come-true travel experience.

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Flight Booking Assistance

Our agents simplify your travel planning by finding the best domestic and international flights for your travel plan, taking the hassle out of booking.

Multilingual Guides

Enjoy authentic experiences with guides who speak English, French, Spanish and German – ensuring clear communication and enriched explorations.

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Travel Plan

Day-to-Day Program – 11 Days

Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our representative will meet you, transfer you to your hotel for check-in, and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

🍽 Meals: None
🏨 Accommodation: Heron Portico Hotel or Similar

Day 2
Safari in Maasai Mara

At 8 am, you will be picked up from your hotel within the city centre/Westlands area and commence the drive to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley view point where you will have a breathtaking view of the floor of the rift valley.

Arrive in the camp in time for lunch. Check in and have lunch. In the evening at 4.00pm depart for a sunset game viewing drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve where chances of seeing the big cats is extremely high ending at 6:00 pm.

Return back to the camp for a sumptuous buffet dinner ending with good time for resting.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Mara Chui Camp or Simba Oryx Camp or Enkorok Mara Camp or Similar

Day 3
Full Day in Maasai Mara

Spend the full day in Maasai Mara with early morning and afternoon game drives and lunch at the camp/lodge – alternatively, spend most of the day on a game drive with a packed lunch! During July/August, the annual Migration of Wildebeest takes place. This is the right time to spend two full days in the Mara.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Mara Chui Camp or Simba Oryx Camp or Enkorok Mara Camp or Similar

Day 4
Return to Nairobi

Early morning breakfast then check out for your drive back to Nairobi. On arrival you will be dropped at the city center/hotel within the city center.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Heron Portico Hotel or Similar

Day 5
Transfer to Moshi

Wake up early and catch the shuttle to Moshi via Namanga border at 8am. Arrive in Moshi and check in your hotel for the overnight.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Springlands Hotel or Similar

Day 6
Safari in Lake Manyara National Park

Pick up from Moshi/ Arusha and drive to Lake Manyara National Park for game drives, this takes about 3 hours. After having a picnic lunch in Manyara, you start a late afternoon game drive, which is the best time to view animals in this park.

When you approach it from the east, the Rift Valley escarpment looms on the horizon forming an impressive backdrop to the lake. In the tall trees of the groundwater forest, monkeys leap from branch to branch, and on the escarpment, elephants stand in the shade.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
🏨 Accommodation: Highview Hotel or Similar

Day 7
Journey to Serengeti National Park

Head out after breakfast for the drive to Serengeti National Park. The word “Serengeti” is derived from the Maasai language, meaning “endless plain.” En route to the Serengeti, you can visit a Maasai Village, a perfect place to explore the Maasai culture and even participate in some tribal activities. Or visit Olduvai Gorge, known as the Cradle of Humanity; the Museum is a testament to the long journey that humanity has made from its humble roots in East Africa to its current state as the dominant species on earth.
Enjoy a game drive en route to your camp.

🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge or Similar

Day 8
Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Relax for a full day in the Serengeti – unequaled for its beauty and home to the Great Wildebeest Migration. The huge herds of plains game, such as wildebeest, zebra, and antelope, dominate the park, while the attendant predators, such as lion and cheetah, are to be found amongst the many kopjes scattered across the plain. Its landscape varies from open grass plains in the south, savanna with scattered acacia trees in the center, hilly, wooded grassland in the north, to extensive woodland and black clay plains to the west.

🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge or Similar

Day 9
Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Relax for a full day in the Serengeti – unequaled for its beauty and home to the Great Wildebeest Migration. The huge herds of plains game, such as wildebeest, zebra, and antelope, dominate the park, while the attendant predators, such as lion and cheetah, are to be found amongst the many kopjes scattered across the plain. Its landscape varies from open grass plains in the south, savanna with scattered acacia trees in the center, hilly, wooded grassland in the north, to extensive woodland and black clay plains to the west.

🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge or Similar

Day 9
Explore Ngorongoro Crater

Enjoy a morning game drive en route to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for game driving and exploration. The crater is 600m deep, 16km across, and 265 sq km in area. Enjoy the spectacular scenery and game viewing in what has been described as the world’s eighth wonder. Many of Tanzania’s last remaining black rhinos can be seen grazing on the open grassland of the crater floor, surrounded by some of the 20,000 large animals that occupy the crater, including lion, cheetah, eland, zebra, and gazelle. Flamingos, among other bird species, can often be seen feeding at Makat Soda Lake. Afternoon drive to your lodge for your overnight stay.

🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Highview Hotel or Similar

Day 10
Safari in Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire National Park in the morning. Tarangire is traversed by the Tarangire River, which never dries up completely. Being the only source of water during the dry season, it draws hundreds of animals to the park, making wildlife and bird viewing spectacular. The landscape is varied, with grassy savanna plains, swamps, hills, and spectacular baobabs. Enjoy a full day in the park with game viewing. Later in the afternoon, drive to Moshi for the overnight.

🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: Springlands Hotel or Similar

Day 11
Departure

After breakfast, check out of the hotel for your transfer to Kilimanjaro airport for your flight home.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast
🏨 Accommodation: None (end of safari)

Why Pick This Travel Plan

Experience Maasai Mara and the Great Migration, and witness the incredible sight of wildebeest and zebra herds crossing the plains with predators close behind
Explore the endless plains of Serengeti and uncover new wildlife wonders on every game drive
Discover Ngorongoro Crater’s rich wildlife within its breathtaking volcanic caldera
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Unforgettable Wildlife Experiences in Iconic Locations

This journey takes you through some of the most famous and wildlife-rich areas in East Africa, offering unforgettable encounters and breathtaking scenery at every step.

A thoughtfully designed adventure for a well-rounded experience, that offers a balanced blend of wildlife experiences, cultural discoveries, and unforgettable moments in nature. From the iconic Maasai Mara and Serengeti to the lesser-known but equally stunning Tarangire and Lake Manyara, the travel plan ensures you see a diverse range of landscapes and wildlife. Each location adds its own unique element, whether it’s the Great Migration, tree-climbing monkeys, or the beauty of Tanzania’s iconic national parks. Our Kenya and Tanzania safari is an adventure crafted for those who want a comprehensive safari experience across two of Africa’s most celebrated countries.

Include in the Price

  • Meet and greet services with assistance at the airport or hotel
  • All transport and game drives on road safaris will be in a 4×4 Landcruiser
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide on a private basis
  • Full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) accommodation while on safari
  • Meals and accommodation as specified
  • Bush lunch in the Serengeti
  • Introductory offer
  • All group safari
  • Travel Guarantee with the Swedish Kammarkollegiet »

Price Does Not Cover *

  • Visas
  • International Flights – please get in touch with us to organize your international flights
  • Airport taxes (clients pay direct)
  • Travel and Health Insurance – We advise our clients to buy insurance from their home countries
  • Balloon Safari
  • Gratuities to your guide, hotel staff, and porters – Find guidelines in the FAQ
  • Drinks (Alcoholic beverages at your own expense)
  • Personal travel, baggage
  • Maasai Village Tour – Optional Add-on
  • Olduvai Gorge Museum entrance – Optional Add-on

* Rest assured, we’re here to assist with anything not covered in the price. Your convenience is our priority.

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