Kenya Wildlife Safari with Tanzania & the Serengeti

with flights from
$8,495
17 days

NAIROBI, SAMBURU, LAKE NAKURU, MASAI MARA, LAKE MANYARA, SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK, NGORONGORO CRATER

Take a walk on the wild side with this small-group Kenya and Tanzania tour including airfare from the U.S.! Begin your adventure in Nairobi, before venturing out to explore captivating scenery and spot exotic animals. Visit the home of Karen Blixen, author of Out of Africa, and have the amazing opportunity to feed and admire giraffes. Then, witness exciting wildlife on safari in the Samburu National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Masai Mara National Reserve. Game drives flourish with animals, both fierce and docile—from noble lions and fleet-footed cheetahs to strong, but peaceful elephants. At Lake Nakuru National Park, you’ll also find a rhino sanctuary and pink flamingos huddling around the lake. In Tanzania, you will have the chance to spot the tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara, visit Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Great Migration takes place, and the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy the chance to unwind with tranquil surroundings after adventurous game drives during the day. 

Shorten Your Trip! Enjoy our 12-day Kenya Wildlife Safari tour visiting Kenya’s highlights from Nairobi to Lake Nakuru.

Did you know you can make this tour private? Find out about pricing and options for groups of 10 or more travelers.

Itinerary at
a Glance

2023 Tour Itinerary on Emirates or British Airways:

  • 2 nights in Nairobi
  • 2 nights Samburu – Buffalo Springs
  • 2 nights in Lake Nakuru
  • 3 nights in Masai Mara
  • 1 night in Nairobi
  • 1 night in Lake Manyara
  • 2 nights in the Serengeti
  • 1 night in Ngorongoro

Tour Highlights

  • Giraffe Center (Nairobi)
  • Samburu National Reserve
  • Equator Crossing
  • Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Masai Mara
  • Visit to Masai Village
  • Lake Manyara
  • Serengeti National Park
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Opportunity to see The Big 5

Your Tour Includes

  • Round-trip airfare from New York, JFK airport with direct flights to/from Nairobi
  • Airfare taxes, fees, and fuel surcharges
  • Accommodations at first class hotels & safari lodges
  • 40 meals: 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 13 dinners
  • Comprehensive sightseeing tours and game-viewing drives
  • Guaranteed window seat and access to pop-up roof hatch, 4 X 4 Vehicles, maximum 6 guests per safari vehicle
  • Experienced English-speaking safari driver-guide/game spotter

What to Expect

Max Group Size: 17 travelers

Activity Level: Recreational

Expect most included touring to require walking and standing periods up to 3 hours at a time (up to 2 times per day) on easy terrain with some light stairs. Learn More

Pacing Level: Moderate

Expect full-day tours most days with some limited free time at specific sites, for meals, and/or in the evenings. You can expect several early mornings and/or long travel days by bus (don’t worry—there are always comfort stops!), and you may expect to stay in most accommodations for 2+ nights (with limited 1-night stays). Learn More

Additional Entry Requirements for U.S. Passport Holders

A valid passport is required for international tours. There are entry requirements for U.S. passport holders. Please visit our Passports & Visas page to learn more about any required actions, next steps, and additional costs.

Travel point to point in safari vehicles and on bumpy and uneven roads. Safari vehicles have high ground clearance and require agility to embark and disembark. As this is a driving program, the average safari drives are 4-5 hours long per day. Generally, the drives depart in the morning and arrive at the next destination for lunch, before continuing on the afternoon game drive. The Driver-Guides may suggest switching to full-day game drives to maximize game viewing.

For more detailed information about this tour and destination, visit our Before You Depart section.

2023 Tour Itinerary on Emirates or British Airways

Flights

Day 1: Depart USA

Day 2: Arrive in Nairobi (Kenya)

Day 3: Nairobi

Day 4: Nairobi –⁠ Mt. Kenya –⁠ Samburu-Buffalo Springs

Day 5: Samburu-Buffalo Springs

Day 6: Samburu-Buffalo Springs –⁠ Lake Nakuru

Day 7: Lake Nakuru

Day 8: Lake Nakuru –⁠ Masai Mara

Day 9: Masai Mara

Day 10: Masai Mara

Day 11: Masai Mara –⁠ Nairobi

Day 12: Nairobi –⁠ Arusha (Tanzania) –⁠ Lake Manyara

Day 13: Lake Manyara –⁠ Serengeti

Day 14: Serengeti National Park

Day 15: Serengeti National Park –⁠ Ngorongoro Crater

Day 16: Ngorongoro Crater –⁠ Arusha –⁠ Nairobi

Day 17: Arrive in the US

2023 Tour Itinerary on Kenya Airways

Flights

Day 1: Depart USA

Day 2: Arrive in Nairobi (Kenya)

Day 3: Nairobi

Day 4: Nairobi –⁠ Mt. Kenya –⁠ Samburu-Buffalo Springs

Day 5: Samburu-Buffalo Springs

Day 6: Samburu-Buffalo Springs –⁠ Lake Nakuru

Day 7: Lake Nakuru

Day 8: Lake Nakuru –⁠ Masai Mara

Day 9: Masai Mara

Day 10: Masai Mara

Day 11: Masai Mara –⁠ Nairobi

Day 12: Nairobi –⁠ Arusha (Tanzania) –⁠ Lake Manyara

Day 13: Lake Manyara –⁠ Serengeti

Day 14: Serengeti National Park

Day 15: Serengeti National Park –⁠ Ngorongoro Crater

Day 16: Ngorongoro Crater –⁠ Arusha/Nairobi

Day 17: Arrive in the US

Guided Tour Pricing

Book by Mar. 31, 2023 to get the best price.

Prices listed as “with flights” below include round-trip airfare from one or more airports in the USA.

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* Departures designated as "Guaranteed" may be canceled or rescheduled only under Extraordinary Circumstances, for example in situations deemed to be unsafe or nonviable due to local conditions. See Terms & Conditions for full details.

Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement applies when not sharing a room. Select a date above to see the rates for that specific departure.

For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:30pm EST) at 1.800.337.7773.

Reservations and Payments
Reservations can be made online or by phone (1.800.337.7773) and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the time of reservation. Deposits are $300 per person. Full payment is due 125 days prior to departure. Space and prices subject to availability. Please see the smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete booking information.

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Enhance your trip with our recommended optional tours. Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book when you reserve your trip and can be added to your reservation up to final payment. This is the best option to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour! Optional tours require a minimum number of participants. Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.

Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and may cost extra. The payment methods and currency information to purchase tours in-destination will be provided on final documentation.

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