In this tour we will cover the 3 most popular destinations in Kenya - Lake Naivasha (1 night), Lake Nakuru (1 night), and Masai Mara National Reserve (3 nights). Tour starts in Nairobi and ends at Isebania. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
In this tour we will cover the 4 most popular destinations in Tanzania - Central Serengeti (3 nights), Ngorongoro (1 night), Lake Manyara (1 night) and Tarangire (2 night). Tour starts at Isebania and ends in Arusha. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nairobi to Lake Naivasha for Boat ride to and Walking tour in Crescent Island
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Transfer to Lake Nakuru for game drives in Lake Nakuru
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Transfer to Masai Mara for afternoon game drives in Masai Mara
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 6 (Jan 02, 2025) - Transfer to Isebania Border to start Tanzania leg of the tour. Isebania Border to Central Serengeti
Day 7 (Jan 03, 2025) - Central Serengeti - full day game drives
Day 8 (Jan 04, 2025) - Central Serengeti - full day game drives
Day 9 (Jan 05, 2025) - Morning game drives in Central Serengeti and transfer to Ngorongoro/Karatu
Day 10 (Jan 06, 2025) - Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) and transfer to Lake Manyara
Day 11 (Jan 07, 2025) - Game drives in Lake Manyara and transfer to Tarangire
Day 12 (Jan 08, 2025) - Tarangire - full day game drives
Day 13 (Jan 09, 2025) - Tarangire game drives and transfer to Arusha
Notes
In Naivasha, Boat ride to Crescent Island and walking tour in Crescent Island are included. Other activities like bike tour, hiking, horse ride can be opted as add-ons by paying additional.
Choose Date
Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on Dec 28, 2024, in a group of two adults
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Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks.
You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
Click to know more about safari accommodations (ensuite camps/lodges)
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Option E1: $4,453 per adult for safari with Safari Van in Kenya and Land Cruiser in Tanzania
, $4,664 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser in Tanzania and Kenya
- Stay at Lake Naivasha Lazarus Lodge, Lake Naivasha
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Buraha Zenoni Hotel - Deluxe Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Olkinyei Mara Tented Camp - Comfort Tent, Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Tukaone Camps, Central Serengeti
from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 05, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Omega View Hotel, Karatu
from Jan 05, 2025 to Jan 06, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Nsya Lodge & Camp - Luxury Tent, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
from Jan 06, 2025 to Jan 07, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire (Outside the Park)
from Jan 07, 2025 to Jan 09, 2025 [Full Board]
Option E2: $5,178 per adult for safari with Safari Van in Kenya and Land Cruiser in Tanzania
, $5,389 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser in Tanzania and Kenya
- Stay at Avian Court Hotel - Standard Room, Lake Naivasha
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ziwa Bush Lodge - Executive Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at PrideInn Mara Camp & Cottages - Savannah Tents, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Tanzania Bush Camps, Seronera, Central Serengeti
from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 05, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ngorongoro Kuhama Camp, NCA, NCA
from Jan 05, 2025 to Jan 06, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Migombani Cottage, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
from Jan 06, 2025 to Jan 07, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire (Outside the Park)
from Jan 07, 2025 to Jan 09, 2025 [Full Board]
Option E3: $5,713 per adult for safari with Safari Van in Kenya and Land Cruiser in Tanzania
, $5,924 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser in Tanzania and Kenya
- Stay at Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort - Lodge Room, Lake Naivasha
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ashnil Mara Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park)
from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Serenity Camp, Central Serengeti
from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 05, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, NCA, NCA
from Jan 05, 2025 to Jan 06, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Manyara Best View Lodge - Silver Room, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
from Jan 06, 2025 to Jan 07, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Tarangire Tortilis Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park)
from Jan 07, 2025 to Jan 09, 2025 [Full Board]
Option E4: $7,064 per adult for safari with Safari Van in Kenya and Land Cruiser in Tanzania
, $7,275 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser in Tanzania and Kenya
- Stay at Enashipai Resort and Spa, Lake Naivasha
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mbweha Safari Camp, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ilora Retreats, Masai Mara (Within the Park)
from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Central Serengeti
from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 05, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp, NCA, NCA
from Jan 05, 2025 to Jan 06, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
from Jan 06, 2025 to Jan 07, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Topguide Bush Camp Lolkisale, Tarangire (Within the Park)
from Jan 07, 2025 to Jan 09, 2025 [Full Board]
Option E5: $11,608 per adult for safari with Safari Van in Kenya and Land Cruiser in Tanzania
, $11,819 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser in Tanzania and Kenya
- Stay at Chui Lodge - Standard Room, Lake Naivasha
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [All Inclusive]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mara Bush Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park)
from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lemala Nanyukie, Central Serengeti
from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 05, 2025 [All Inclusive]
- Stay at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, NCA - The Rim Room, NCA
from Jan 05, 2025 to Jan 06, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Manyara KIlimamoja Lodge, Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
from Jan 06, 2025 to Jan 07, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lemala Mpingo Ridge, Tarangire (Within the Park)
from Jan 07, 2025 to Jan 09, 2025 [Full Board]
Option E6: $20,661 per adult for safari with Safari Van in Kenya and Land Cruiser in Tanzania
, $20,872 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser in Tanzania and Kenya
- Stay at Loldia House, Lake Naivasha
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 30, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Bateleur Camp - Tented Suite, Masai Mara (Outside the Park)
from Dec 30, 2024 to Jan 02, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Four Seasons Safari Lodge - Terrace Suite Water Hole View, Central Serengeti
from Jan 02, 2025 to Jan 05, 2025 [All Inclusive]
- Stay at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, NCA - Suite, NCA
from Jan 05, 2025 to Jan 06, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Manyara Tree Lodge - Suite, Lake Manyara (Within the Park)
from Jan 06, 2025 to Jan 07, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sanctuary Swala Camp, Tarangire (Within the Park)
from Jan 07, 2025 to Jan 09, 2025 [Full Board]
A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Nairobi to Lake Naivasha
Your tour starts with pick up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and depart to Lake Naivasha which is about 2 to 2.5 hours drive. On reaching Lake Naivasha, proceed for Boat Ride to Crescent Island where you will be doing a nature walk next to zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, waterbucks, antelopes and many types of birds. After the activities at Lake Naivasha, you will have lunch at a local restaurant or at one of the lodges in Lake Naivasha. After Lunch, you will check into your lodge/camp and relax for for a while. Later in the evening you can freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner. Overnight stay at the lodge.
Optional Add-on Tours: You can choose to go to Hell's gate national park near Naivasha where you can do hiking, bicycle riding and other activities at additional cost.
Day 2 - Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, we proceed to Lake Nakuru national park which is about 1.5 hours from Naivasha . Check into your lodge at Nakuru, and depart for morning game drives. After game drives till noon, have lunch and depart for afternoon game drives. After game drives till around 6:00 PM, we proceed to your camp/lodge for a freshly prepared dinner. Overnight stay at your Camp/Lodge
Day 3 - Nakuru to Masai Mara
We start around 7:30 AM from your Nakuru lodge and drive to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 5 to 6 hours. Arrive in Masai Mara shortly after noon and check into your lodge/camp, have hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.
Note: The last 1-hour drive to Masai Mara is on the corrugated and bumpy road and may not be comfortable for clients with back problems. Clients with back problems can consider flying directly to (and out of) Masai Mara.
Day 4 & 5 - Masai Mara
Today's itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide on the previous evening and plan for today's schedule. You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness hunt/kill). Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. you will stop at a picnic spot for having packed lunch and later depart on a game drive till the park is closed. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6 - Masai Mara to Isebania
Enjoy your breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, drive 3.5 to 4 hours (150 km) to the Isebania border with a packed lunch.
Note 1. Effective from 1st November 2023, our 2024 prices have been updated to reflect the revised park fees for Masai Mara (USD 100 from Jan to Jun and USD 200 from July to Dec).
Note 2. Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying additional park fees."
Day 1 - Isebania to Central Serengeti
Upon completing your immigration formalities at the Isebania border, our guide/driver will meet you around 11:00-11:30 AM. The journey from the Isebania border to Central Serengeti takes approximately 4.5 hours.
Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to view picturesque villages and lush farmlands before entering the Serengeti National Park. You will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch at Ikoma Gate while your guide finalizes the park entry formalities. As you traverse the park, you'll enjoy en-route game drives, with your arrival at the accommodation expected between 5:00-5:30 PM. The day concludes with a hearty dinner and a restful night at your accommodation.
Day 2 and Day 3 - Central Serengeti
Begin your day with a leisurely breakfast before setting out for a full-day game drive around 8:00 AM. Equipped with a packed lunch, you will explore the central Serengeti and return to the lodge in the late afternoon, around 5:00 PM.
Alternatively, embark on an early morning game drive at 6:00 AM. After returning to the lodge for breakfast, enjoy some relaxation before heading out for an afternoon game drive, with a packed lunch provided.
Your exploration will take you through the Central Serengeti, particularly the Seronera area, known for its rich wildlife habitat and the Seronera River, which draws a diverse array of species (Three of the big cats: Lions, Cheetahs, and Leopards. Other predators like hyenas, wild dogs, wildcats, caracals, etc. And other animals like elephants, buffalos, and giraffes). This region is famed for its large lion prides and offers exceptional game viewing opportunities year-round.
You can enjoy your meal at a scenic picnic spot at your preferred time and continue exploring the central Serengeti.
The day will conclude around 5:00 PM, followed by a hearty dinner and a restful night at your accommodation.
Day 4 - Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro
After early breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, immersing yourself in its vibrant wildlife. Around noon, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a picnic lunch provided for your journey. The transfer to your accommodation in Ngorongoro/Karatu takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours.
The route begins with a scenic drive through the Serengeti, where you may encounter gazelles and impalas. Before you exit Serengeti and enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you can enjoy a picnic lunch at Naabi Hill Gate and also go for a short hike to the top of the hill for magnificent views of the Serengeti plains. As you progress, the landscape transitions to a drier, somewhat dusty terrain, with occasional Maasai villages along the way. After another 1.5 hours, you will ascend into the Ngorongoro Highlands, where the climate becomes cooler and more pleasant.
The day concludes with a hearty dinner and a restful night at your accommodation, reflecting on the extraordinary experiences of the day.
Day 5 - Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 Hours) to Lake Manyara
You will start early with a quick breakfast before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater around 6:30 AM (you might reach Crater floor by 7:00 AM if you sleep in Karatu the previous night). The Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest collapsed volcanic caldera, encompasses approximately 260 square kilometers of pristine natural beauty. Surrounded by a ring of extinct volcanoes, the crater floor, which is adorned with various watering holes, supports a diverse population of around 25,000 animals. With depths exceeding 2,000 feet, this remarkable caldera offers a unique and breathtaking landscape.
A 5-hour game drive on the crater floor offers a chance to see diverse wildlife, including African elephants, buffalo, black rhinos, hippos, hyenas, cheetahs, and lions. Keep your camera ready to capture the action. After a picnic lunch at the scenic Hippo Pool, you will begin your ascent out of the crater.
Following the ascent, we will transfer you to the accommodation of your choice, where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6 - Lake Manyara to Tarangire
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, with a picnic lunch provided. As you enter the park, you’ll be greeted by lush Acacia and Mahogany forests, setting the stage for an exciting day of wildlife exploration. Throughout the afternoon, you'll continue your game drive, with opportunities to observe a variety of wildlife such as buffaloes, giraffes, impalas, baboons, and blue monkeys. The park is known for its rare tree-climbing lions, though sightings are infrequent. Please note that recent years have seen a significant decline in the flamingo population, so the park's shoreline may not display the vibrant pink hues of thousands of flamingos as seen in the past.
Given the relatively low concentration of wildlife sightings, we recommend considering optional activities to enhance your visit. You may choose to book in advance for canoeing on the lake or the treetop walkway, both of which offer unique perspectives and experiences in this remarkable park. Additionally, you might explore activities outside the park, such as a village walk in Mto Wa Mbu, hiking in the surrounding forest, or mountain biking in the nearby areas.
The day will conclude around 5:00 PM, after which you'll enjoy a hearty dinner and a restful night at your accommodation.
Day 7 - Tarangire
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast before embarking on a 1.5 to 2 hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a full-day game drive in this renowned park, known for its iconic baobab trees and the Tarangire River, which attracts some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. In addition to elephants, you may encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, lesser kudus, buffalo, oryx, eland, giraffes, and zebras.
The day concludes with a hearty dinner and a restful night at your accommodation, reflecting on the extraordinary experiences of the day.
Day 8 - Tarangire game drives till afternoon. Transfer to Arusha in late afternoon and end of tour
On the final day of your safari, after breakfast, you will enjoy game drive at Tarangire National Park. By mid-afternoon, you will depart for Arusha which is about 2 to 2.5 hour drive, where you will be dropped off at your preferred location by approximately 5:30 PM. As your safari comes to an end, you will reflect on an incredible experience and numerous cherished memories before bidding farewell to your team.
Stay Locations
Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Lake Naivasha
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) or Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 6 (Jan 02, 2025) - Central Serengeti
Day 7 (Jan 03, 2025) - Central Serengeti
Day 8 (Jan 04, 2025) - Central Serengeti
Day 9 (Jan 05, 2025) - Karatu or NCA
Day 10 (Jan 06, 2025) - Lake Manyara (Within the Park) or Lake Manyara (Outside the Park)
Day 11 (Jan 07, 2025) - Tarangire (Within the Park) or Tarangire (Outside the Park)
Day 12 (Jan 08, 2025) - Tarangire (Within the Park) or Tarangire (Outside the Park)
Maps
Pre & Post Tour Hotels
Nairobi is the base for safari tours in Kenya. If you need accommodation in Nairobi before/after your safari tour, you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).
Single room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 71
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 115
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 144
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 168
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 299
Double sharing room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 43
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 84
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 95
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 175
Triple sharing room:
- 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 32
- ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69
- The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 72
- Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 79
- Fairmont the Norfolk - Deluxe Room - USD 143
All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request.
Arusha is the base for safari tours in North Tanzania. If you need accommodation in Arusha before/after your safari tour you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).
Single room:
- Kutoka Lodge - USD 64
- Gold Crest Hotel - USD 100
- The African Tulip - USD 149
- Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 205
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 375
Double sharing room:
- Kutoka Lodge - USD 42
- Gold Crest Hotel - USD 60
- The African Tulip - USD 112
- Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 120
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 250
Triple sharing room:
- Kutoka Lodge - USD 39
- Gold Crest Hotel - USD 50
- The African Tulip - USD 93
- Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 188
All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request
Transfers
Pick up from Wilson Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi hotel: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi hotel: USD 30 per vehicle
Drop off at Arusha airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Drop off at Kilimanjaro airport on the day of safari: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha hotel to Arusha Airport: USD 25 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha hotel to Kilimanjaro airport: USD 50 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha to Moshi: USD 100 per vehicle
Transfer from Arusha to Nairobi: USD 275 per vehicle
Flights
We do not book International Flights.
We can book local flights based on availability. Below are indicative additional costs for local flights.
Intercity Flights
From Zanzibar to Arusha: From USD 100 per person (Morning flight)
From Dar es salaam to Arusha: From USD 90 per person (Morning flight)
From Arusha to Zanzibar: From USD 170 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
From Arusha to Dar es salaam: From USD 110 per person (Late Afternoon flight)
Note: Rates mentioned above are indicative and subject to change based on airlines and party(group) size
Meals
Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 (Jan 02, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 (Jan 03, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 (Jan 04, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 (Jan 05, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10 (Jan 06, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11 (Jan 07, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12 (Jan 08, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13 (Jan 09, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch
Transfer Times
Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nairobi to Lake Naivasha takes about 2 to 2.5 hours (105 km)
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru takes about 1.5 to 2 hours (67 km)
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - No transfers
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - No transfers
Day 6 (Jan 02, 2025) - Masai Mara to Isebania takes about 3.5 to 4 hours (150 km). Isebania to Central Serengeti takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (273 km)
Day 7 (Jan 03, 2025) - No Transfer
Day 8 (Jan 04, 2025) - No Transfer
Day 9 (Jan 05, 2025) - Central Serengeti to NCA takes about 3 to 3.5 hours (151 km)
Day 10 (Jan 06, 2025) - NCA to Lake Manyara takes about 1 hours (46 km)
Day 11 (Jan 07, 2025) - Lake Manyara to Tarangire takes about 1 hours (50 km)
Day 12 (Jan 08, 2025) - No Transfer
Day 13 (Jan 09, 2025) - Tarangire to Arusha takes about 2 to 2.5 hours (110 km)
Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Inclusions
4x4 Land Cruiser.
All Taxes and VAT.
4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.
Meals as per itinerary.
Daily game drives while on Safari.
A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
Concession/ Camping Fees.
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
Exclusions
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
International flights.
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Payment Policy
Deposit Payment
- Deposit is 50% of the total booking amount.
- Deposit can be paid either via a bank transfer or an online card payment.
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- We offer bank accounts in 10 different currencies for bank transfers.
- Once you make the deposit payment you will receive a booking confirmation.
Balance Payment
- Balance can be paid via bank transfer, online card payment or with cash
- Bank payment can be done 15 days prior to the tour date (recommended 30 days prior)
- Card payment can be done 1 day prior to the tour date (recommended 7 days prior)
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- Cash can be paid on arrival (US Dollars printed in or after the year 2009)
Addons
Add-on tours in Hell's Gate National Park, Naivasha
Hell's Gate National Park fees: USD 30 per adult/USD 20 per child
Biking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 30 per adults/USD 30 per child
Walking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 25 upto 4 pax
Add-on tours in Sanctuary Farm, Naivasha
Horse Riding (for 1 hour): USD 50 per adult/USD 45 per child
Horse Riding (for 2 hours): USD 80 per adults/USD 75 per child
Add-on tours in Mt. Longonot National Park, Naivasha
Mt. Longonot Hike (upto 5 hours): USD 40 per adult/USD 30 per child
Add-on tours in Lake Nakuru
Boat Ride (upto 3 hours): USD 110 per adult/USD 60 per child
Add-on tours in Masai Mara
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 485 per person for adult/USD 340 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Sundowner: USD 35-60 per person depending on hotel
Please note that children's rates are applicable to specific age groups. For details on child policies for each activity, please contact us directly.
Add-on tours in Serengeti
Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person
Rhino Tracking: USD 130 per person
Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person
Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person
Information on Serengeti Add-on tours
Add-on tours in Ngorongoro
Masai Village Tour: USD 25 per person
Olduvai Gorge museum visit: USD 35 per person
Ngorongoro Crater Rim Hike: USD 35 per person
Information on Ngorongoro Add-on tours
Add-on tours in Tarangire
Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person
Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person
Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person
Night Game Drives (for clients staying inside): USD 100-200 per person depending on lodge
Add-on tours in Lake Manyara
Canoeing in Lake Manyara: USD 74 per person
Night Game drives in Lake Manyara NP: USD 114 per person
Treetop Walkway: USD 54 per person
Information on Lake Manyara Add-on tours
Add-on tours in Karatu
Coffee Plantation Tour: USD 20 per person
Iraqw Village Tour: USD 25 per person
Endoro Falls & Elephant Caves visit: USD 35 per person
Information on Karatu Add-on tours
In this tour we will cover the 3 most popular destinations in Kenya - Lake Naivasha (1 night), Lake Nakuru (1 night), and Masai Mara National Reserve (3 nights). Tour starts in Nairobi and ends at Isebania. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
In this tour we will cover the 4 most popular destinations in Tanzania - Central Serengeti (3 nights), Ngorongoro (1 night), Lake Manyara (1 night) and Tarangire (2 night). Tour starts at Isebania and ends in Arusha. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
We use equipment of international standards & our guides are trained in First aid & personal protection equipment
We reward our staff based on your feedback & that results in all of us working towards making your trip memorable
Our guides are trained to pay attention to each clients requirements & situation & customize the program accordingly
Once a tour is booked, its guaranteed to go, even if there is only single client for the entire trip
Book by paying advance by card on our website. Balance can be paid upon arrival, before the tour
Our minimum requirement for operation is only one client. So we can offer the tour any day of the year for you
Our Reviews
"Phenomenal"
"Yes, that was the word on loop this trip.Letaloi planned perfect safari drives for the 3 days.He is informative & trained with a natural instinct to track;he came across genuinely warm, patient......"
Dr. Simon & Swapna
Read Full ReviewTrip of a lifetime
"My wife and I came for our honeymoon and monkey could not have been better or more responsive. They arranged great places, even on short notice in the high season. It was such an exceptional......"
Alexander P
Read Full ReviewMagical Experience!
"Monkey Adventures were very professional from start to finish. I was recommended the perfect itinerary and luxury accommodation for the length i was staying in Kenya. The communication from the......"
Abraham L
Read Full ReviewAbsolutely fantastic!
"The process of booking the Safari was easy and communication was great. We did a lot of travelling from Nairobi to Masai and Lake Nakuru, but always felt very safe and very interesting seeing......"
Sandra H
Read Full ReviewWonderful safari!
"We had an amazing 6 days safari to Masai Mara, lake Nakuru, lake Navasha and Amboseli in late October, and it was our best travel experience ever. We booked through Mojhi.com and the process was......"
Sue Chen
Read Full ReviewSafari of a Lifetime
"If you want the trip of a lifetime, you have to book with Monkey Adventures with Dennis as your guide! You get to spend 5 days with the guide and let me tell you by the end of the trip we felt we......"
Yehia E
Read Full ReviewAn Amazing Experience
"We had a great great and another great experience in our safari in Masai Mara, Naivasha Lake and Nakuru Lake. This experience wouldn't have been this great without Dennis our guide. I would highly......"
Kamal Elsoueni
Read Full ReviewA flawless, 5-star experience
"The office team of Monkey Adventures were flexible, very responsive, and had good knowledge of the various parks. They took time to understand what we were really after and tailored the trip......"
PP
Read Full ReviewGreat Safari experience
"We booked with Monkey a Safari around Arusha (Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire) and we are very happy with this choice......"
Luca M
Read Full ReviewTHE BEST SAFARI EVER!
"My boyfriend and I travel from Chile, we do the safari Serengeti and Ngorongoro tour! And it was the best experience! Monkey adventures help us with everything (hotels, tours, weather, transfer,......"
nicole f
Read Full ReviewAnimal Smorgasbord
"Monkey were professional from start to finish. Our guide Masai created an atmosphere that was friendly, relaxed and entertained us with his humour......"
lynstewtraveller
Read Full ReviewIncredible safari in Tanzania
"After a long and exhausting climb to the top of Kilimanjaro, it was time to relax and take a look at the beautiful national parks of Tanzania and its colorful inhabitants......"
vibo13
Read Full ReviewAwesome experience! Tanzanian safari
"We went with monkey adventures to Arusha national park, terangerie national park, Serengeti and ngorongoro and we loved it......"
georgias356
Read Full ReviewOnce in a lifetime Safari with Monkey Adventures!!!
"I want to begin by saying, this trip was an outstanding, unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience that I highly recommend......"
hfoxweldon
Read Full ReviewAbsolutely amazing safari experience
"We had the most amazing experience with Monkey, two adults and three children travelling together. They are professional, well coordinated and very, very friendly......"
jakoblinaa
Read Full ReviewAn Unbelievable 9 Day Safari. Could Not Be Better
"We booked a 9 day Tanzania safari thru a company called Mojhi (also excellent) who used Monkey Adventures as our tour guide......"
lilbob32
Read Full ReviewGreat customer service
"This company cannot do enough for you! We had a fantastic Safari from beginning to end. Good communication from when we made the booking until the tour began. We were welcomed the morning of our......"
gillianmccormick85
Read Full ReviewFantastic Safari Experience in Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro!
"I just returned from a fantastic 2 week family vacation in Tanzania that included a 5 day, 4 night safari with Monkey Adventures to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro......"
Rhonda C
Read Full ReviewWOOOW, What an experience!!!!!
"We did a private 6 days safari tour around the north parks of Tanzania with Monkey Adventure & what an experience!! the guide David was amazing, very funny, i didn't feel for one second that he......"
Kamalzyani
Read Full ReviewTop notch safari company
"We just completed a 13 day , 3 camp safari in the Serengeti, with Monkey Adventures and had a blast. Our driver was a 15 yr veteran of the Serengeti and took us into places some didn't get to see......"