14 Day Best of East Africa Safari

Day 01

Nairobi, Kenya

On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Kenya Predators Safari guide, who will be waiting just outside the customs hall at the designated meeting point. After assisting you with your luggage, you will be transferred to your hotel in Nairobi.
Settle in and enjoy some time to relax after your journey, with the remainder of the day at leisure. Your East African adventure begins tomorrow as you head out to explore Kenya’s spectacular wilderness.

Day 02 & 03

Tsavo East National Park

After breakfast, meet your Kenya Predators Safari guide for a safari briefing before departing Nairobi at approximately 08:15 for Tsavo East National Park. One of Kenya’s largest and oldest protected wilderness areas, Tsavo East is renowned for its vast open plains, striking red-earth landscapes and famous red-dusted elephants.
Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. Explore the sweeping savannah and riverine habitats in search of the park’s remarkable wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, hippos and an abundance of antelope.

Spend the following day discovering more of this magnificent wilderness, with morning and afternoon game drives offering further opportunities to encounter its diverse wildlife. Explore the banks of the Galana River, admire the impressive Yatta Plateau, recognised as the world’s longest lava flow, and keep watch for the more than 500 bird species that inhabit the park.
Between game drives, enjoy some time to relax at your lodge, taking in the sights and sounds of the African bush. As the sun sets, settle in for another memorable evening surrounded by the wilderness.

Day 04

Tsavo West National Park

After breakfast, depart Tsavo East for Tsavo West National Park, enjoying an en-route game drive as you make your way towards your next safari destination.
Tsavo West offers a striking contrast to its eastern neighbour, with dramatic volcanic landscapes, rolling hills, ancient lava flows and natural springs. The park is also home to the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, an important refuge for the endangered black rhino.
The diverse habitats support an impressive variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, kudu, oryx and the elusive dik-dik. With more than 600 recorded bird species, there is plenty to discover along the way.
Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch before setting out on an afternoon game drive. Enjoy the changing scenery and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife before returning to camp for a delicious dinner and a relaxing evening in the African bush.

Days 05 & 06

Amboseli National Park

After breakfast, bid farewell to Tsavo West and journey towards Amboseli National Park, situated in southern Kenya close to the Tanzanian border.
Amboseli is one of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations, celebrated for its impressive elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain. Its varied habitats include open plains, acacia woodlands, swamps and wetlands, creating an ideal environment for a diverse range of wildlife.
On arrival, settle into your lodge before heading out to explore this beautiful wilderness. Look out for elephants wandering across the plains, as well as lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and buffalo. With Mount Kilimanjaro providing a magnificent backdrop, Amboseli offers some truly memorable photographic opportunities.

Spend the following day exploring more of the park, with morning and afternoon game drives taking you through its varied landscapes. The large elephant herds are undoubtedly a highlight, often seen moving gracefully across the open plains with Kilimanjaro rising majestically in the background.
Between game drives, return to your lodge to enjoy some downtime and take in the peaceful surroundings. There may also be opportunities to experience the local Maasai culture, offering an insight into the traditions and way of life of the people who have called this region home.
As the sun sets over Amboseli, settle in for another memorable evening in this remarkable wilderness.

Day 07

Lake Nakuru National Park

For those wishing to make the most of their final morning in Amboseli, an optional early morning game drive is available at approximately 05:30. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the bush at sunrise before returning to the lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, travelling via the Mombasa Highway and Nairobi towards the scenic landscapes of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a stop along the way for refreshments before continuing towards the lake.
Set within a beautiful landscape of wooded hills, bushland and open grasslands, Lake Nakuru is particularly renowned for its birdlife, including greater and lesser flamingos and numerous other waterbird species. The park is also an important sanctuary for both black and white rhinos, making it a rewarding destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
On arrival, enjoy a game drive through the park, taking in its beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. Continue to your lodge, situated along the Great Rift Valley escarpment, where you can enjoy lunch and some time to relax before heading out for another afternoon safari. Return to the lodge after your game drive for a relaxing evening.

Days 08 & 09

Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, depart for the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. The journey takes you through the changing landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and Kenya’s picturesque countryside.
Arrive at your safari lodge or camp in time for lunch before heading out on your first afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara.
Famed for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife and sweeping golden grasslands, the reserve is home to an impressive variety of animals, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, zebras and hippos. The reserve is particularly famous for the annual Great Wildebeest Migration, when vast herds move across the Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing.

Spend the following day exploring more of this magnificent reserve, with morning and afternoon game drives offering excellent opportunities to encounter its abundant wildlife. The Mara is renowned for its year-round wildlife viewing, with large populations of plains game attracting an impressive variety of predators.
Keep watch for lions resting in the grasslands, cheetahs scanning the open plains, elusive leopards in the trees and herds of elephants and buffalo moving through the reserve. The Masai Mara also offers opportunities to encounter the famous Big Five: elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino.
Between game drives, enjoy some time at camp before heading out once more to experience the magic of the Mara as the afternoon light settles over the plains. Return for dinner and another memorable evening beneath the African skies.

Day 10

Serengeti Western Corridor, Tanzania

After an early breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and journey towards the Isebania/Sirari border crossing between Kenya and Tanzania. The drive covers approximately 286 km and takes around seven hours, passing through changing landscapes and rural communities along the way.
On arrival at the border, complete the necessary immigration and customs formalities before bidding farewell to your Kenyan guide and meeting your Tanzanian safari guide, who will accompany you for the remainder of your journey.
Continue towards the Lake Victoria region, passing through areas such as Speke Bay and Lamadi. Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest lake and the world’s largest tropical lake, is a remarkable natural landmark and an important source of the White Nile.
Proceed towards the Serengeti, entering through Ndabaka Gate into the western corridor of this world-famous national park. Enjoy an en-route afternoon game drive as you make your way deeper into the Serengeti plains, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way.
Arrive at your lodge in the evening and enjoy a relaxing dinner after a memorable day travelling between two of East Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.

Day 11

Central Serengeti

After breakfast, set out on a full-day safari as you journey from the western corridor towards the central Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Seronera region.
Covering approximately 14,763 square kilometres, the Serengeti is one of the most extraordinary wildlife ecosystems on earth. Its endless grasslands support vast populations of plains game, including wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, topi, buffalo and hartebeest, which in turn attract an impressive array of predators.
Keep watch for lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas as you explore this remarkable landscape. The Serengeti is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, with more than 500 recorded species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way, making the most of your time out in the wilderness. Continue your wildlife exploration throughout the afternoon before arriving at your lodge, where you can relax and reflect on the day’s safari experiences over dinner.

Day 12

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Serengeti as you journey towards the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area, travelling through the scenic Nabi Hills and across the vast Serengeti plains. Enjoy wildlife viewing along the way as you gradually leave the open grasslands behind.
Depending on your timing, there may be an opportunity to visit Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most important paleoanthropological sites, often referred to as the Cradle of Mankind. You may also have the opportunity to visit a traditional Maasai village, offering an interesting insight into the culture, traditions and daily life of this fascinating community.
Continue through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands, where the landscapes become increasingly dramatic as you approach the crater rim. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon, where you can unwind and take in the spectacular surroundings ahead of tomorrow’s exploration of one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders.

Day 13

Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara

Today promises one of the highlights of your Tanzanian safari as you descend approximately 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.
Often referred to as Africa’s Eden, this extraordinary natural amphitheater is one of the world’s most remarkable wildlife havens. Its fertile grasslands, freshwater springs, woodlands and soda lake provide a permanent home to an exceptional concentration of wildlife.
The crater is one of the best places in Tanzania to encounter the Big Five, including elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards and the endangered black rhino. Its open landscapes also offer excellent opportunities to spot zebras, wildebeest, hyenas and numerous other species, while the soda lake attracts flamingos and a variety of waterbirds.
Enjoy a picnic lunch within the crater, surrounded by its breathtaking scenery, before continuing your wildlife exploration throughout the afternoon. Later, ascend the crater walls and leave the conservation area, continuing to your lodge in the Lake Manyara region for a relaxing evening.

Day 14

Lake Manyara & Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning safari in Lake Manyara National Park, accompanied by a picnic lunch. This beautiful and diverse wilderness is known for its lush groundwater forests, open floodplains and impressive birdlife.
During your game drive, look out for elephants, giraffes, hippos, buffalo and a variety of antelope. The park is also famous for its tree-climbing lions, while its lake attracts an abundance of birdlife, including flamingos and other waterbirds.
Continue to Mto wa Mbu, a vibrant cultural village renowned for its remarkable diversity, with more than 120 ethnic groups represented. Enjoy an opportunity to explore the local market, meet members of the community and gain an insight into traditional farming practices, rice cultivation and local craftsmanship. You will also learn more about the community-based tourism initiatives that support education, healthcare, sanitation and local employment.
In the afternoon, transfer to Arusha, where your memorable Kenya and Tanzania safari comes to an end.

In the afternoon, transfer to Arusha, where your memorable Kenya and Tanzania safari comes to an end. From here, you will be transferred to Arusha Airport for an onward flight to Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam, or to Kilimanjaro International Airport, approximately 55 km away and around 1.5 hours’ drive, for your international departure. The planned arrival time at Kilimanjaro is approximately 17:30, subject to the day’s schedule and road conditions. Please ensure that your onward flight departure time allows sufficient time for the transfer and airport check-in; the final day’s activities and transfer arrangements must be confirmed against your flight schedule.
As you bid farewell to East Africa, take with you wonderful memories of its incredible wildlife, spectacular landscapes and unforgettable safari experiences.