18-Day Kenya & Tanzania Grand Safari Safari Overview
Experience the ultimate East African adventure on this 18-day Kenya and Tanzania Grand Safari, taking you through some of Africa’s most iconic national parks and game reserves. Witness the legendary Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal), encounter the Big Five, explore the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, marvel at Mount Kilimanjaro, and discover the endless plains of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara.
This safari combines breathtaking landscapes, extraordinary wildlife encounters, authentic cultural experiences, and luxurious accommodations, making it the perfect journey for families, couples, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, relax or enjoy an optional excursion to the Giraffe Centre or Karen Blixen Museum.
Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel / Eka Hotel / Similar
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
After breakfast, drive south to Amboseli National Park, famous for its magnificent elephant herds and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Activities
- Afternoon Game Drive
- Wildlife Photography
- Sunset Safari
Wildlife
- Elephants
- Lions
- Cheetahs
- Giraffes
- Buffalo
- Hyenas
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge / Similar
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli's wetlands and open plains.
Optional visit to a Maasai village for a cultural experience.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Travel through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha.
Enjoy an afternoon boat safari and visit Crescent Island.
Activities
- Boat Cruise
- Walking Safari
- Bird Watching
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park for a full-day game drive.
Highlights
- Flamingos
- White & Black Rhinos
- Rothschild's Giraffe
- Lions
- Leopards
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Drive to Kenya's premier safari destination, the Maasai Mara.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Spend the day exploring the vast plains of the Maasai Mara.
Highlights
- Big Five
- Cheetahs
- Great Migration (Seasonal)
- Hot Air Balloon Safari (Optional)
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
After breakfast, travel via the Isebania border into Tanzania before continuing to Serengeti National Park.
Enjoy an evening game drive.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Explore the endless plains of the Serengeti.
Highlights
- Great Migration (Seasonal)
- Lions
- Leopards
- Cheetahs
- Hyenas
- Elephants
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Another full day dedicated to wildlife viewing and photography.
Enjoy sunrise and sunset game drives.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Morning game drive before proceeding to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Enjoy spectacular views of the crater.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for one of Africa's finest wildlife experiences.
Wildlife
- Black Rhino
- Lions
- Elephants
- Hippos
- Flamingos
- Hyenas
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Drive to Lake Manyara National Park.
Highlights
- Tree-Climbing Lions
- Flamingos
- Elephants
- Groundwater Forest
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Explore Tarangire National Park, famous for giant baobab trees and large elephant herds.
Activities
- Full-Day Game Drive
- Bird Watching
- Photography
Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge
After breakfast, drive to Arusha.
Spend the afternoon at leisure or visit local cultural markets and coffee plantations.
Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel
Enjoy a scenic excursion around Mount Kilimanjaro, including waterfalls, coffee farms, and Chagga cultural experiences.
Activities
- Nature Walks
- Coffee Tour
- Cultural Visit
- Photography
Accommodation: Kilimanjaro Mountain Resort / Similar
Return to Nairobi via shuttle or a short domestic flight (optional).
Enjoy shopping or optional city sightseeing.
Farewell dinner.
Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel
After breakfast, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your international departure.
Your unforgettable East African safari comes to an end.
Includes/Excludes
Safari Includes
- Meet and greet upon arrival
- Airport transfers
- 17 nights accommodation
- Full-board accommodation during the safari (except where stated)
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Park entrance fees
- Unlimited game drives
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- Government taxes and levies
Safari Excludes
- International and domestic flights (unless specified)
- Kenya and Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Optional hot air balloon safari
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Laundry services
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Frequently Asked Questions
Guests may encounter:
- African Elephant
- Lion
- Leopard
- Cheetah
- Black Rhino
- White Rhino
- African Buffalo
- Giraffe
- Zebra
- Wildebeest
- Hippo
- Crocodile
- Hyena
- Jackal
- Gazelles
- Eland
- Ostrich
- Flamingos
- More than 1,100 bird species
Daily game drives in custom-built 4×4 safari vehicles Big Five wildlife viewing Great Migration viewing (seasonal) Boat safari on Lake Naivasha Walking safari on Crescent Island Ngorongoro Crater tour Cultural visits to Maasai and Chagga communities Bird watching Wildlife photography Scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley Mount Kilimanjaro viewpoints
- June–October: Peak safari season with excellent wildlife viewing and the Great Migration crossing into the Maasai Mara.
- January–March: Warm, dry conditions with excellent wildlife viewing and the Serengeti calving season.
- November–December: Green season with beautiful scenery, migratory birds, and fewer visitors.
This 18-Day / 17-Night Kenya & Tanzania Grand Safari showcases the very best of East Africa, combining iconic parks, spectacular wildlife, dramatic landscapes, rich cultural encounters, and luxurious safari experiences into one unforgettable journey.
