Embark on a breathtaking 11-day Kenya and Tanzania safari trip from Nairobi to Lake Manyara National park,Ngorongoro crater,and the iconic Serengeti National park.Fly to the expansive Masai mara National and explore the tranquil waters of Lake Victoria.Witness the flamingoes of Lake Nakuru,marvel at the majestic elephants in Amboseli National park,and roam through the vast landscapes of Tsavo West National park.This unforgettable journey will immerse you in the beauty and wildlife of East Africa before returning to Nairobi.Experience the ultimate adventure with this diverse and captivating safari package.Start your adventure now!
Included on this safari
Pop-up roof
Six passengers
Driver guide
Park fees
Accommodation
Meals
Bottled water
Unlimited mileage
Binoculars
Hotel pickup
Price guarantee
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Day 01
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Nairobi Arusha- Lake Manyara (360 km, Appr. 6 hrs with stops)
0730hrs: Pick up from your Nairobi hotel or Nairobi airport Proceed on the cross border drive into Tanzania. There shall be a stop for immigration formalities at the Namanga (Kenya / Tanzania) border town. The scenic drive is via Masai country,distinct climatic zones and social regions. Lunch shall be at the Arusha town of Tanzania. Proceed to the Lake Manyara for game viewing in search of the famous tree climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos. The Lake Manyara national park is small and scenic Overnight at your Lake Manyara safari lodge or tented camp. Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Lake Manyara, Tanzania
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Day 02
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Lake Manyara- Ngorongoro Crater
We depart Lake Manyara with picnic lunches for the Ngorongoro crater Later descend (670M) into the floors of the crater in 4 wheel cruisers. It shall be a full day of unsurpassed game viewing with only a lunch break at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. Game volume and variety is left to your imagination. Later ascend to the crater rim for awesome sunset views. Overnight at your Ngorongoro crater lodge or tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ngorongoro, Tanzania
Overnight
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Day 03
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Ngorongoro - Serengeti
Awesome sunrise views from the crater rim Leave the Ngorongoro after and proceed to the Olduvai Gorge. Here, we visit various sites of the gorge to see where the remains of pre-historic man were discovered. Later proceed to the vast Serengeti plains with afternoon game viewing Overnight at your Serengeti safari lodge or tented camp. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Serengeti, Tanzania
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Day 04
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Serengeti Game Reserve
Day spent at the Serengeti on game viewing drives. Serengeti is large, the variety and concentration of game is mind boggling This we encounter as we traverse the reserve on rewarding game viewing drives. Overnight at your Serengeti safari lodge or tented camp. Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Serengeti, Tanzania
Overnight
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Day 05
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Serengeti- Masai Mara game reserve( 265 kms: 4-5 hrs)
Depart Serengeti with game viewing en-route. Proceed to the Masai Mara game reserve via the isebania Tanzania / Kenya border town.. The Mara shares the same ecosystem with the Serengeti game reserve. Ideally it is the smaller extension of the Serengeti. It is well located for game viewing drives together with optional activities including balloon safari excursions and guided nature / bird walks Afternoon game viewing drive at the Masai Mara Overnight at your Masai Mara safari lodge or tented camp. Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner.
Masai Mara, Kenya
Overnight in Masai Mara,
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Olumara Camp or Royal Mara Safari Lodge and Camp
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Day 06
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Masai Mara game reserve
Today shall be spent at the Masai Mara game reserve on a full day of game viewing drives. Picnic lunch shall be by the Mara river with views of hippos and crocodiles Game viewing drives are dictated on by the location and concentration of animals at specific times. The Mara hosts the highest concentration of wild animals per sq km than any other game reserve in East Africa Simply stated the Mara is a one stop shop for game viewing activities in Kenya. Overnight shall be at your Masai Mara safari lodge / tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Masai Mara, Kenya
Overnight in Masai Mara,
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Olumara Camp or Royal Mara Safari Lodge and Camp
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Day 07
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Masai Mara - Lake Victoria
An exit game viewing drive as you leave the Masai mara. Drive to the shores of Lake Victoria (largest freshwater lake in Africa) Spend a restful afternoon on the largest inland lake in the world.. You may opt for guided walks, biking, fishing, canoeing and more (some or all of which may be charged additionally). Overnight at your Lake Victoria hotel Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lake Victoria, Tanzania
Overnight
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Day 08
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Lake Victoria- lake Nakuru: 200 km: 3.5 Hrs
Morning by the Lake Victoria. Proceed to the Lake Nakuru National Park with stops on scenic points along the way. Afternoon bird and game viewing drives around the Lake Nakuru. An opportunity to visit the rhino sanctuary. Overnight at your lake Nakuru safari lodge / tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. What you may see at Lake Nakuru national park....... Flamingo,Rhino, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Mammals,waterbucks, waterfalls,unique vegetation and prolific birdlife of about 450 species.
Lake Nakuru, Kenya
Overnight in Lake Nakuru,
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Day 09
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Lake Nakuru - Amboseli: 410 km. 6 Hrs
A long and easy drive to the Amboseli awaits you today. A short morning game viewing drive as you exit the park. Depart Lake Nakuru for the Amboseli. There shall be stops to view the scenic Rift valley escarpment along the Nakuru Nairobi highway. Lunch stop at the Carnivore restaurant in Nairobi. Short game viewing drive with possible views of the Mount Kilimanjaro peaks.(Weather permitting) Overnight at your Amboseli safari lodge or tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. What you may see at Amboseli national park.......... Leopard,Elephant Buffalo,Giraffe,Zebra, Lion,Plain game, crocodile, Mongoose, Hyrax, Lesser Kudu, prolific birdlife featuring 600 species.
Amboseli, Kenya
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Day 10
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Amboseli - Tsavo west: 100 km: 2 Hrs
Short morning game viewing drive is scheduled at the Amboseli. Weather permitting, there shall be awesome views of Mount Kilimanjaro's snow capped peaks. The Amboseli is open and relatively small. Game viewing drives are concentrated and wildlife easy to spot. Mount Kilimanjaro provides wonderful back grounds for awesome photography moments. Later proceed to the Tsavo West National Park. The Tsavo west is hilly and craggy with scenic terrain Overnight shall be at your Tsavo west safari lodge or tented camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. What you may see / do at Tsavo West national park....... Rhino,Leopard,Wild dogs,Buffalo Elephant,Giraffe,Zebra, Lion,Mongoose,Hyrax,Lesser Kudu,Mzima springs,underwater hippo and fish watching with prolific birdlife.
Tsavo West, Kenya
Overnight in Tsavo West,
Kilanguni Serena Lodge or Sarova Salt Lick Ridge or Special discount rate for a group of 3 or more or Children between 12-18 years 90% of adult rate or LOW SEASON: APRIL, MAY, JUNE or All park fees and government taxes or Unlimited mileage on the safari or Tips to driver-guide
Severin Safari Camp or Rhino Valley Lodge or Children under 3 years FREE or PEAK SEASON: JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER or Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure or Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide or Maximum of 6 passengers in the safari vehicles or Prev or Finch Hatton's Tented Camp or Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge or Ngulia Safari Lodge or Severin Kitani Safari Camp
Ziwani Tented Camp or Nglulia Safari Lodge or Children between 3-12 years 75% of adult rate or HIGH SEASON: NOVEMBER, DECEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH or All pickups from your hotel and back after safari or Bottled water while on safari or International air fare or Next
Day 11
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Tsavo West- Nairobi or Kenya coast beaches
Game viewing drive at the Tsavo west national park. You shall have your packed lunch boxes as you head to the Mzima springs where you view hippos, crocodiles, exotic fish and bird life. Later depart Tsavo west for Nairobi or the Kenya coast. Drop off at your Nairobi hotel, jomo kenyatta airport or the Mombasa,Diani,Watamu & Malindi beach resorts Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Mombasa, Kenya
End of safari
Drop-off at your hotel in Mombasa
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What you will see
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Set your travelling party, compare the seasons, then ask FAD for the exact fare for your dates and preferred stay.
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Your travelling party
Who should we price for?
Adults
Ages 18 and over
Children
We price each child by age
Pricing basis
2adult rates
Group rate applies
Under 3 free. Ages 3 to 11 pay 75%. Ages 12 to 17 pay 90%.
No payment now. We confirm the exact price before you decide.
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Wildlife is present year-round. Season changes the landscape, demand and price more than it changes the adventure.
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Wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara
Apr to May
Long rains: green parks, quiet roads
Best value: April to June brings greener parks, fewer vehicles and lower seasonal rates.
Included
Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure
All pickups from your hotel and back after safari
Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking)
Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
All park fees and government taxes
Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide
Bottled water while on safari
Unlimited mileage on the safari
Maximum of 6 passengers in the safari vehicles
Safari Transport and game drives in a safari minibus fitted with a pop-up roof tops and guarantee of a window seat for game viewing and photography.
All safari Minibus carries safari accessories such as wildlife books, cooler box, binoculars, a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and it has a guaranteed window seats. Option for a jeep available at a small fee.
Not included
International air fare
Items of a personal nature such as passport, visa and traveler’s insurance
Tips to driver-guide
Before you ask
The questions we get most
Answered from this itinerary, not from a template. Anything still open, our team in
Mombasa will answer the same day.
It runs for 11 days and 10 nights. The pace is set by the driving between parks, so the itinerary shows what each day holds.
Where does the Dream Safari go?
It starts in Nairobi. It visits Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Masai Mara, Lake Victoria, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli and Tsavo West. The route crosses Kenya and Tanzania.
How much does the Dream Safari cost?
We quote this safari for your dates rather than publishing a single price. The cost depends on when you travel, how many of you there are and which lodges you choose. Send your dates and we will price it.
What is included in the Dream Safari?
Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure. All pickups from your hotel and back after safari. Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking). Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner). All park fees and government taxes. Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide.
What vehicle will I travel in?
Our own 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser or a safari minibus, both with a pop-up roof for game viewing. We carry a maximum of six passengers, so every seat is a window seat, and the vehicle is serviced after every safari.
When is the best time to travel?
The safari year runs in three seasons. July to October is peak season, with the driest ground and the strongest game viewing. November to March is warm and clear. April to June brings the long rains, greener country, quieter parks and our lowest prices.