Kenya
Across the Great Rift — 13-Day Kenya & Tanzania Grand Safari
Cross two of East Africa's great safari countries on a journey connecting Kenya's elephant country and Rift Valley lakes with the Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for travellers who want a broad East African wildlife experience rather than a single-park safari.
- Amboseli game drives beneath Mount Kilimanjaro
- Lake Naivasha boat experience and Crescent Island walk
- Lake Nakuru wildlife viewing
- Maasai Mara game drives and cultural encounter
- Cross-border journey into Tanzania
- Multiple days in Serengeti National Park
- Ngorongoro Crater safari
- Classic Kenya and Tanzania landscapes in one itinerary
Day 1 — Nairobi → Amboseli National Park
Your East African Safari Begins Arrive in Kenya and continue to Amboseli National Park. Settle into your safari lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Amboseli safari lodge Overnight: Amboseli
Day 2 — Amboseli National Park
A Full Day Beneath Kilimanjaro Spend a full day exploring Amboseli with a picnic lunch and opportunities to photograph elephants and other wildlife beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Amboseli safari lodge Overnight: Amboseli
Day 3 — Amboseli → Lake Naivasha
Into the Great Rift Valley Travel north through Kenya into the Great Rift Valley and settle into your lakeside lodge at Naivasha. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Lake Naivasha lodge Overnight: Lake Naivasha
Day 4 — Lake Naivasha
From the Water to a Walking Safari Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha followed by a Crescent Island walking safari and leisure time at your lodge. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Lake Naivasha lodge Overnight: Lake Naivasha
Day 5 — Lake Naivasha → Lake Nakuru National Park
Flamingos, Rhinos & Rift Valley Wildlife Travel to Lake Nakuru and head out for an afternoon game drive through this compact but rewarding national park. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Lake Nakuru safari lodge Overnight: Lake Nakuru
Day 6 — Lake Nakuru National Park
A Full Day Among Wildlife Explore the park in search of rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, lions and abundant birdlife. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Lake Nakuru safari lodge Overnight: Lake Nakuru
Day 7 — Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara
Welcome to the Mara Travel to the Maasai Mara, check into your safari lodge or camp and enjoy an evening game drive. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Maasai Mara safari lodge / camp Overnight: Maasai Mara
Day 8 — Maasai Mara
A Full Day on the Legendary Plains Spend a full day on safari with a picnic lunch and seasonal migration viewing opportunities. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Maasai Mara safari lodge / camp Overnight: Maasai Mara
Day 9 — Maasai Mara
Wildlife & Maasai Culture Enjoy another full day in the reserve, including a Maasai cultural visit. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Maasai Mara safari lodge / camp Overnight: Maasai Mara
Day 10 — Maasai Mara → Serengeti National Park
Cross the Border Into Tanzania Travel to the Kenya–Tanzania border, complete immigration formalities and continue into Serengeti National Park. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Serengeti safari lodge / camp Overnight: Serengeti
Day 11 — Serengeti National Park
Into the Endless Plains Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with your professional guide, searching for predators and plains wildlife. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Serengeti safari lodge / camp Overnight: Serengeti
Day 12 — Serengeti → Ngorongoro
From Endless Plains to Volcanic Highlands Enjoy morning wildlife viewing before travelling towards the Ngorongoro highlands. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Accommodation: Ngorongoro lodge Overnight: Ngorongoro
Day 13 — Ngorongoro → Arusha
Into Africa's Natural Amphitheatre Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a final safari before continuing to Arusha for your onward arrangements. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Park and reserve entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- 4×4 safari transportation
- Scheduled game drives
- Lake Naivasha boat ride and walking safari
- Cross-border ground logistics
- Drinking water during safari
- Applicable taxes and VAT
- International flights
- Kenya and Tanzania entry requirements
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Additional accommodation before or after the safari
Know Before You Go
Starting point: Nairobi
Ending point: Arusha
Countries: Kenya & Tanzania
Fitness level: Easy to Moderate
Border crossing: Passport and valid entry documentation required
Travel insurance: Strongly recommended
Important Trip Information
Cross-border requirements must be confirmed before travel. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Park operations, road conditions and border procedures may require itinerary adjustments.
What to Pack
- Neutral safari clothing
- comfortable shoes
- warm layer
- sunscreen
- hat
- insect repellent
- binoculars
- camera
- reusable water bottle
- passport and travel documents.
Optional Experiences
- Maasai Mara Hot-Air Balloon Safari
- Maasai Cultural Experience
- private bush sundowner.
