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12 Days East Africa Grand Safari Experience

12Days East Africa Grand Safari Experience

Duration                    12 days 11 nights

Itinerary                    Nairobi, Tsavo East, Tsavo West,Lake Manyara,Tarangire, Masai Mara & Ngorongoro Crater

A curated journey through Kenya and Tanzania, featuring Tsavo’s vast wilderness, Mount Kilimanjaro’s foothills, Tarangire National Park, and the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, enhanced by scenic train travel, cultural encounters, and handpicked lodges.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi

Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be warmly met and greeted by a representative of Africa Typique Safaris. A comfortable transfer follows to your hotel, where time is yours to unwind and recover from the long journey into Africa’s wilderness.

Overnight: Eka Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

After breakfast, transfer to the SGR train terminal for your Premium Class train journey into the vast plains of Tsavo East National Park-the ancient kingdom of East Africa’s iconic red elephants, shaped by the iron-rich soils that stain their hides a deep russet hue. Upon arrival, your safari guide-holding a personalized welcome sign-will be waiting to transfer you to your lodge in time for lunch. Spend two days exploring this expansive wilderness through morning and afternoon game drives, or opt for full-day explorations with picnic lunches, allowing time to reach Tsavo’s key landmarks such as Lugard Falls along the Galana River, Mudanda Rock and other wildlife-rich corridors.

Overnight & Meals: Ashnil Aruba Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board

Begin the day with an early morning game drive at sunrise, when the savannah awakens in hushed tones and wildlife moves gently through the golden light. Return to the lodge for breakfast and time to freshen up before continuing westward into the dramatic landscapes of Tsavo West National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge or similar. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure, quietly observing wildlife as it gathers at the lodge’s natural waterhole, where elephants, buffalo, and plains game arrive to quench their thirst beneath the open African sky.

Over the next two days, explore Tsavo West’s rugged and untamed terrain, shaped by ancient lava flows and dotted with volcanic craters that tell stories of the land’s fiery past. Enjoy guided game drives and light walking safaris along the Chaimu Lava Flow (accompanied by an armed ranger), offering a deeper connection to this raw and dramatic wilderness. A visit to the crystal-clear Mzima Springs, an oasis of life fed by underground rivers, completes this remarkable exploration. One morning will feature a romantic bush breakfast set in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by nature and birdsong. Return to the lodge each evening as the sun sets over the volcanic hills, for dinner and restful nights surrounded by nature.

Dinner and Overnight: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast, depart for the Holili Border to complete immigration and visa formalities before continuing into Tanzania. Proceed onward with lunch boxes toward Lake Manyara National Park, arriving at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge for check-in and overnight, set high on the escarpment with sweeping views over the lake and surrounding forests. Afternoon free at leisure to unwind from the long transfer journey from Tsavo West in Kenya.

Dinner and Overnight: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast, enjoy a brief cultural excursion in Mto wa Mbu Village, a vibrant community where cultures, colors, and traditions blend, offering a glimpse into daily life at the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Thereafter, journey onward to Tarangire National Park, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. Settle in before heading out to explore one of Tanzania’s most underrated wilderness gems, renowned for its ancient baobab trees, winding river systems, and impressive herds of elephants.

Over the next two days, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, following wildlife trails across open plains and riverbanks where predators and plains game gather, especially during the golden hours of the day.

Dinner and Overnight: Maramboi Tented Lodge/Tarangire Safari Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast, depart toward the majestic Ngorongoro Highlands, ascending through scenic landscapes to arrive in time for lunch at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, perched dramatically on the crater rim. In the afternoon, you may opt for a visit to the historic Olduvai Gorge, often referred to as the Cradle of Mankind, or choose to relax at the lodge, enjoying an afternoon at leisure to unwind from the long road journey while taking in sweeping views of the crater below. On the second day, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive, exploring one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. The crater floor offers extraordinary wildlife density, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and vast herds of plains game, all set within a breathtaking natural amphitheater. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Dinner and Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight back to Nairobi, connecting to your homebound journey. Alternatively, you may opt for a flight to Zanzibar for a beach holiday extension, unwinding along the white-sand shores of the Spice Island, where turquoise waters and Swahili charm provide the perfect conclusion to your East African adventure.

End of Safari

Included in the cost

  • Meet and greet upon arrival and departure assistance
  • All airport, border, and inter-park transfers as per itinerary
  • Scenic SGR train journey (Premium Class) from Nairobi to Tsavo
  • Transportation in a private 4×4 safari vehicle in Kenya and Tanzania
  • Services of professional, English-speaking safari guides in both countries
  • Accommodation as specified or similar throughout the safari
  • Meals as per itinerary (Bed & Breakfast and Full Board as indicated)
  • All scheduled game drives and activities mentioned in the programme
  • Park entrance fees for Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Ngorongoro Crater
  • Visit to Mzima Springs
  • Guided walking safari at Chaimu Lava Flow (accompanied by an armed ranger)
  • Romantic bush breakfast in Tsavo West
  • Cultural visit to Mto wa Mbu Village
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives

Exclusion on the total cost

  • International and domestic flights unless specified
  • Entry visas, immigration, and border fees
  • Travel, medical, and evacuation insurance
  • Optional activities such as:Olduvai Gorge visit
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs, telephone calls, etc.)
  • Optional Zanzibar beach extension and related costs
  • Any items not mentioned under Safari Cost Includes
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