Kenya and Tanzania Classic Safari
11 Days Safari
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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Masai Mara -
Tanzania Safari -
Chimp -
Mara River -
Kilimanjaro -
Masai Mara -
Flamingo
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
Met on arrival and transfer to the Nairobi Serena Hotel for overnight stay.
Overnight accommodation - Nairobi Serena Hotel.
Day 3 - Nairobi to Sweetwaters Game Reserve
Depart for Sweetwaters by flight (1130/1210). From here you'll be met and transferred to camp. After lunch, enjoy a game-drive before dinner and followed by an optional night drive. Overnight at the Sweetwaters Tented Camp.
Overnight accommodation - Sweetwaters Tented Camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4 - Nanyuki to Masai Mara
This morning fly to the Masai Mara (1000/1115). Upon arrival transfer to the lodge for lunch and later an afternoon game-drive. Two nights at the Mara Serena Safari Lodge.
Overnight accommodation - Mara Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5 - Masai Mara
Morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara.
Overnight accommodation - Mara Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6 - Masai Mara to Serengeti
Depart for the Isebania border between Kenya and Tanzania by road (with a picnic lunch). You will then be met and transferred by a new guide for your two nights stay in the Serengeti Serena Lodge (game-viewing en-route).
Overnight accommodation - Serengeti Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7 - Serengeti
Morning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti.
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 and stopping off at Olduvai Gorge en-route. 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 and 2,000 feet into the crater for game viewing. Ngorongoro Crater is the World's largest intact volcanic caldera and is also one of the World's seven natural wonders and is an awesome wildlife experience. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight accommodation - Ngorongoro Serena Lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 10 - Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
After breakfast, depart the Crater and drive through the highlands to Lake Manyara Serena Lodge for lunch (and overnight). In the afternoon you will continue to Lake Manyara National Park for a game-drive before returning for dinner.
Overnight accommodation - 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.
