18 Days Kenya & Tanzania Safari Adventure

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Safari Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 18-day journey through the wildlife-rich landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania. This adventure brings together the region’s most iconic parks — from Kenya’s Masai Mara and Amboseli to Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater — offering an extraordinary mix of wildlife encounters, landscapes, and cultural experiences.

You’ll follow the rhythm of the Great Migration, traverse the Great Rift Valley, watch elephants roam beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, and experience the warmth of local Maasai communities. Designed for travelers seeking comfort, adventure, and authenticity, this safari showcases the very best of East Africa’s natural wonders.

Safari Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 18-day journey through the wildlife-rich landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania. This adventure brings together the region’s most iconic parks — from Kenya’s Masai Mara and Amboseli to Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater — offering an extraordinary mix of wildlife encounters, landscapes, and cultural experiences.

You’ll follow the rhythm of the Great Migration, traverse the Great Rift Valley, watch elephants roam beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, and experience the warmth of local Maasai communities. Designed for travelers seeking comfort, adventure, and authenticity, this safari showcases the very best of East Africa’s natural wonders.

Tour Highlights

  • Witness Big Five sightings in Masai Mara and Serengeti
  • Experience the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Enjoy scenic drives across the Great Rift Valley
  • Admire herds of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop in Amboseli
  • Discover abundant birdlife at Lake Nakuru
  • Explore Tarangire’s baobab-studded landscape and elephant herds
  • Engage in authentic Maasai cultural interactions
  • Optional hot-air balloon safari for an aerial view of the savannah (extra cost)

Your Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Welcome to Kenya! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be met by your Wild Compass Africa driver-guide and transferred to your hotel. After a safari briefing, enjoy a relaxing evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Mövenpick Hotel Nairobi
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Nairobi Masai Mara National Reserve (Kekorok–Sekanani Zone)

After an early breakfast, depart for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, driving through the scenic Great Rift Valley. On arrival, check in and enjoy lunch at your lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, and more.
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Masai Mara – Full Day Game Drive | Optional Balloon Safari

Rise early for a full-day safari in the Mara Triangle. Enjoy spectacular wildlife sightings — lions on the hunt, hippos in the Mara River, and herds of wildebeests grazing. Stop for a picnic lunch in the wild before continuing your adventure.
(Optional: Hot-air balloon safari at sunrise, followed by champagne breakfast in the bush.)
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Masai Mara – Sand River Area Exploration

After breakfast, head out for another day of game viewing in the lesser-explored Sand River area near the Tanzania border. This region offers a more secluded safari experience with excellent chances of spotting predators.
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Masai Mara | Optional Maasai Village Visit

Spend your final morning in the Mara with a game drive or an optional Maasai village visit to learn about traditional culture and lifestyle. Afternoon at leisure to relax and enjoy the lodge facilities.
Accommodation: Sentrim Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 6: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its birdlife and rhino population. Enjoy an afternoon game drive around the lake’s shores to see pelicans, flamingos (seasonal), and other wildlife.
Accommodation: Sopa Resort Nakuru or Similar
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 7: Lake Nakuru – Amboseli National Park

Depart after breakfast for Amboseli National Park, known for its dramatic views of Mount Kilimanjaro. After check-in and lunch, head out for an evening game drive to watch elephants silhouetted against the sunset.
Accommodation: Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 8: Amboseli National Park – Full Day Safari

Spend the day exploring Amboseli’s vast plains and wetlands, home to elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before returning to your lodge in the evening.
Accommodation: Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 9: Amboseli National Park – Leisure & Short Drives

Enjoy a relaxed morning with optional short game drives or time at the lodge soaking in Kilimanjaro views.
Accommodation: Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 10: Amboseli – Cross Border to Tanzania (Arusha)

After breakfast, drive to the Namanga Border, complete immigration formalities, and continue to Arusha. The afternoon is free to rest and prepare for your Tanzanian adventure.
Accommodation: Planet Lodge Arusha
Meal Plan: Half Board

Day 11: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day safari. Known for its iconic baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire also offers sightings of lions, zebras, and oryx.
Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 12: Tarangire Serengeti National Park

Depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park, driving through scenic landscapes. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive in the endless plains teeming with wildlife.
Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Tented Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Days 13–14: Serengeti (Central – Seronera Region)

Spend two full days exploring the central Seronera area, home to some of Africa’s highest concentrations of predators. Game drives reveal lions, leopards, elephants, and wildebeests in their natural setting.
Accommodation: Into Wild Africa Tented Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Days 15–16: Southern Serengeti (Ndutu Plains)

Travel to Ndutu, part of the Southern Serengeti ecosystem, where the Great Migration congregates between December and March. Watch herds of wildebeests and zebras alongside predators such as cheetahs and hyenas. Excellent birdwatching too!
Accommodation: Ndutu Wilderness Camp (or similar)
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 17: Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Spot black rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos, and flamingos along the lake shore. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to your lodge.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge – Karatu
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 18: Maasai Boma Visit | Return to Arusha / Departure

After breakfast, visit a Maasai Boma for a cultural encounter before returning to Arusha. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for souvenir shopping before transfer to the airport.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

What's Included?

  • Accommodation in mid-range lodges and tented camps
  • All meals as per itinerary (Full Board during safari)
  • 4×4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide
  • All park entry fees and conservation charges
  • Airport transfers and border crossing assistance
  • Bottled drinking water during safari
  • Government taxes and levies

What's not Included?

  • International flights and visa fees
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Optional activities (e.g., hot-air balloon safari, cultural visits, Zanzibar beach extension)
  • Drinks, tips, and personal expenses
  • Laundry services

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