8-Day Tanzania + Kenya Adventure Safari - Luxury

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi - Lake Naivasha

You will be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi and head to the scenic shores of Lake Naivasha.

Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake situated on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Renowned for its rich birdlife, the region is also inhabited by animals such as giraffes and buffalo, along with velvet and colobus monkeys.

Your day at the lake will encompass a guided boat safari, providing the opportunity to observe hippos and water birds. Additionally, you will visit the Crescent Island Sanctuary, where you and your children can stroll alongside zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and more, creating lasting memories.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

• Mid-range hotelat Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Naivasha - Masai Mara National Reserve

Following a satisfying breakfast, your adventure continues as you board a boat for a cruise on Lake Naivasha. This vast freshwater lake is situated at the highest point of the Kenyan Rift Valley, at an elevation of 1884 meters, and is teeming with diverse animal species. During the boat ride, you'll have the opportunity to observe hippos and a variety of birdlife before arriving at Crescent Island.

On Crescent Island, a conservatory, you'll have the unique experience of walking among zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and monkeys in their natural habitat, free from the presence of predators. The panoramic view of the lake is truly unparalleled, with blooming flowers along the shores and the peaks of the Great Rift in the distance.

After returning to the lake's shore, your journey continues to the renowned Masai Mara. Upon arrival at your chosen lodge, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner, capping off an eventful day.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ashnil Mara Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara National Reserve

You'll wake up before dawn to seize the extraordinary opportunity of witnessing a breathtaking Masai Mara sunrise.

Alternatively, you can choose to take to the skies with a hot air balloon safari that will allow you to soar above the African landscape, providing a unique perspective of the wildlife below. The adventure concludes with a champagne breakfast amidst the animals on the plains.

Upon returning to your lodge, you'll enjoy a leisurely late breakfast before preparing a picnic lunch. You'll then embark on a full-day exploration of the Masai Mara.

This remarkable ecosystem is home to over 95 animal species, including large herds of elephants and buffaloes grazing on the plains, hippo pools in the brown Mara rivers, Masai giraffes, topis, Grant and Thompson’s gazelles, zebras, Nile crocodiles, blue- and red-tailed monkeys, and tree hyraxes.

After an exhilarating day, you will return to your lodge for dinner and a well-deserved overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Ashnil Mara Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara - Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Mara Airstrip for your flight to Tanzania's Serengeti National Park.

Upon reaching the park, you will be greeted by your dedicated Shadows of Africa driver and embark on an afternoon game drive in this renowned wildlife sanctuary.

The Serengeti is home to vast herds of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes, making it a picturesque landscape teeming with life. This ecosystem is also an excellent habitat for predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, alongside herbivores including elephants, hippos, and giraffes. Your adventure in the Serengeti promises exciting wildlife encounters.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Baobab Serengeti Camp - North

• Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park (Kogatende)

Following breakfast, you will commence your game drive in the Kogatende area, exploring the kopjes in search of carnivores and the vast herds of the Wildebeest Migration that are preparing for their daring river crossing into Kenya.

The Mara River, home to substantial populations of hippos and Nile crocodiles, marks the final significant hurdle for the Wildebeest Migration before reaching the relative safety of the Masai Mara. With patience and a bit of luck, you might have the incredible opportunity to witness this death-defying crossing, where wildebeests and zebras brave the river's currents and crocodile threats to reach safety on the opposite bank.

You will enjoy dinner and spend the night in the heart of the Serengeti National Park, with accommodations tailored to your preferred standard and type.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Baobab Serengeti Camp - North

• Luxury tented camp located inside Northern Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park (Central)

Following breakfast, you will embark on your journey through the Togoro plains and the Mbuzi Mawe kopjes, crossing the Banagi River en route to the Seronera region in Central Serengeti. During this drive, you'll have the chance to observe a wide range of wildlife, from the elusive dik-diks to majestic elephants, and everything in between.

Seronera is renowned as 'big cat country,' with its kopjes and acacia trees serving as ideal spots to encounter a pride of lions at rest, agile cheetahs on the prowl, and leopards keeping watch from their elevated perches. The region's hippo pools and expansive landscapes also offer abundant opportunities for wildlife sightings.

You will enjoy dinner and spend the night in the heart of the Serengeti National Park, with accommodations tailored to your preferred standard and type.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Ang'ata Serengeti Camp

• Luxury tented bush camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Highlands

Following breakfast, you'll begin your journey back toward the Ngorongoro Crater.

Our route takes you through the Serengeti via an alternate path, providing ample opportunities to spot the wildlife that may have eluded you on the previous day. As far as the eye can see, you'll witness vast herds of animals, including wildebeests and zebras migrating together, elegant giraffes, agile antelopes and gazelles, the mighty African elephant, and the most revered members of the animal kingdom: the predators.

During this drive, you may have the privilege of spotting sleek cheetahs, elusive leopards, scavenging hyenas, and, last but not least, the majestic lion.

Your dinner and overnight accommodations will be arranged either on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater or in the nearby town of Karatu, depending on your chosen standard and type of accommodation.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp

• Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

After enjoying breakfast, your journey continues as you depart for Ngorongoro Crater, often regarded as the Eighth Wonder of the World. When you catch your first glimpse of this immense and lush caldera from a panoramic viewpoint, you'll quickly grasp why it holds such a prestigious reputation.

The Ngorongoro Crater is home to an impressive array of wildlife, boasting over 120 species of mammals. This destination ranks among the most coveted safari locations globally. It offers an opportunity to witness the black rhinoceros as it peacefully grazes on the plains, along with the chance to observe hippopotamuses luxuriating in the cool waters.

From the comfort of your open-top vehicle, you'll have the privilege of observing and capturing photographs of some of Africa's most iconic animals.

Following your adventure in the crater, you'll make your way back to Arusha, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City, Tanzania)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.