Kenya and Tanzania Classic Safari
11 Days Safari
guide prices from
£3999
per person
Travelling directly between the open plains of the Masai Mara and the granite outcrops of the Serengeti adds a certain thrill to this classic safari through Kenya and Tanzania. Most of the travel is by road making this a very scenic safari although for comfort and to make the most of your time a few of the longer journeys are by plane.
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Tour highlights
- Nairobi
- Sweetwaters Tented Camp to see the Chimpanzee Sanctuary
- Masai Mara
- Serengeti
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara
- A mix of tented and lodge accommodation
- Road and flying safari
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Chimpanzee at Sweetwaters -
Masai Mara -
Masai Mara -
Mara River
Tour highlights
- Nairobi
- Sweetwaters Tented Camp to see the Chimpanzee Sanctuary
- Masai Mara
- Serengeti
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Lake Manyara
- A mix of tented and lodge accommodation
- Road and flying safari
Full Itinerary
Print itinerary
Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D), Room Only - no meals (RO)
Day 1 - London Heathrow to Nairobi
Overnight non-stop Kenya Airways flight.
Day 2 - Nairobi
Upon arrival at the airport you will be met and transferred to the Nairobi Serena Hotel for overnight stay. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight accommodation - Nairobi Serena Hotel.
Day 3 - Nairobi to Sweetwaters Game Reserve
After breakfast, depart for Wilson Airport for your flight to Nanyuki (10.20/11.00). Upon arrival you will be met by camp vehicle and transferred to Sweetwaters Tented Camp in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in the Sweetwaters Game Sanctuary, followed by dinner and overnight at the camp.
Overnight accommodation - Sweetwaters Tented Camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4 - Nanyuki to Masai Mara
After breakfast, fly to the Masai Mara (09.45/10.45). Upon arrival transfer to the Mara Serena Lodge in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive.
Overnight accommodation - Mara Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5 - Masai Mara
Morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara, one of East Africa's most famous reserves. Game concentrations are at their greatest between July and October, when the vast plains are filled with migrating wildebeest, zebra and gazelle, in addition to the usual resident herds of elephant, buffallo and giraffe and prides of lion, hyena and cheetah.
Overnight accommodation - Mara Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6 - Masai Mara to Serengeti
After an early breakfast, depart by road for the Isebania border between Kenya and Tanzania with a picnic lunch (approx. 3 hours). From here you will be met by a new guide and transferred to the Serengeti Serena Lodge for your two night stay with game viewing en-route (approx. 5 hours).
Overnight accommodation - Serengeti Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7 - Serengeti
Morning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti, famous for its endless plains and home to striking granite outcrops.
Overnight accommodation - Serengeti Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 8 - Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast depart for Ngorongoro Crater, viewing game across the vast Serengeti plains. Arrive at the Ngorongoro Serena Lodge in time for lunch (and two nights stay) before visiting a Masai Village.
Overnight accommodation - Ngorongoro Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 9 - Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend through the early morning mists 2000 feet into the Ngorongoro crater for game viewing. Ngorongoro Crater is the World's largest intact volcanic caldera and the crater floor is comprised of several distinct areas, ranging from forest, swamps, lakes and springs, to open grassland and some sandy dunes. Early afternoon you will leave the crater and return to the lodge for lunch. The remainder of the day is spent at leisure.
Overnight accommodation - Ngorongoro Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 10 - Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara via Mto wa Mbu village where you will take a walk combining culture and nature of the Rift Valley arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park followed by dinner and overnight at the Lake Manyara Serena Lodge.
Overnight accommodation - Lake Manyara Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 11 - Lake Manyara to Arusha
Depart after breakfast through the fascinating escarpment of the Rift Valley to Arusha for your onwards flight. Breakfast.
What's Included
- Accommodation as detailed.
- Meals included as stated: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
- Services of an English-speaking local driver/guide.
- Park entrance fees.
- Non air-conditioned transportation on safaris with guaranteed window seat (4x4 vehicle in Tanzania and lodge 4x4 vehicles in Kenya).
- Internal flights as mentioned.
What's Not Included
- Visas & departure tax
- Optional excursions
- Tips for the guide or driver
Please Note
Holiday prices are in £'s per person based on twin occupancy.
Regional Departures available. Please contact our Travel Centre Team for details.
Prices may increase or decrease, you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.
Itinerary shown is for 2012 departures. Please contact reservations for more information.
