13-Day Kenya & Tanzania Small-Group Luxury Safari

Morning – Arrival in Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional Camptrek Safaris representative and transferred to your luxury city hotel.

Depending on your arrival time, relax after your international flight or enjoy optional short Nairobi experiences before beginning your East African safari adventure.

Afternoon – Relaxation & Optional Nairobi Experiences

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure while preparing for your safari journey across Kenya and Tanzania.

Optional experiences may include:

• Giraffe Centre
• Karen Blixen Museum
• Nairobi National Museum
• Local shopping experiences
• Fine dining experiences

Evening – Safari Briefing & Overnight Stay

Meet your safari guide for a detailed safari briefing covering:

• safari route
• wildlife experiences
• border crossing logistics
• luggage recommendations
• safari safety guidelines

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Nairobi.

Meals:
Dinner

Transport:
Private airport transfer

Distance:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport → Nairobi Hotel ~15–20 km

Transfer Time:
Approx. 30–45 Minutes depending on traffic conditions

Morning – Departure from Nairobi & Scenic Rift Valley Drive

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and begin your scenic journey towards Lake Nakuru National Park, located within Kenya’s spectacular Great Rift Valley.

Enjoy breathtaking views of escarpments, rolling countryside landscapes, and traditional Kenyan towns as you travel towards one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife parks.

A brief stop will be made at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photography and panoramic views of the dramatic valley landscapes. You will thereafter drive into one of the hotels located on the shores of Lake Naivasha for Lunch. Thereafter, you will drive further west, arriving in Nakuru in good time for an afternoon gamedrive

Afternoon – Lake Nakuru National Park Safari Experience

Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for your first afternoon game drive.

Lake Nakuru is internationally famous for:

• rhino conservation
• flamingos
• Rothschild giraffes
• lions
• leopards
• buffalo
• scenic acacia woodland landscapes

Explore the park’s beautiful lake ecosystem while searching for wildlife and enjoying exceptional photography opportunities across one of Kenya’s most scenic safari destinations.

Evening – Sunset Safari & Lodge Experience

Continue enjoying wildlife viewing as golden evening light spreads across the park before proceeding to your luxury safari lodge for check-in, dinner and overnight stay.

Relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness as your East African safari adventure continues.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Distance:
Nairobi → Lake Nakuru National Park ~160 km

Drive Time:
Approx. 3–4 Hours including scenic stop

Morning – Journey to the Masai Mara

After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and continue your scenic safari journey towards the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve — Kenya’s most iconic safari destination and home to some of Africa’s richest wildlife concentrations.

Travel through the beautiful Great Rift Valley landscapes, traditional Maasai regions, and scenic countryside while enjoying views of rural Kenya along the route.

Afternoon – Arrival & First Masai Mara Safari Experience

Arrive at your luxury safari lodge or tented camp in time for lunch followed by your first exciting afternoon game drive inside the legendary Masai Mara ecosystem.

The Masai Mara is internationally famous for:

• The Great Migration
• Big Five wildlife
• lions
• cheetahs
• leopards
• elephants
• endless golden savannah plains

Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities while exploring one of Africa’s greatest safari destinations with your professional safari guide.

Evening – Sunset Safari & Luxury Camp Experience

As the African sun sets across the Mara plains, continue enjoying wildlife sightings before returning to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Relax around the campfire and experience the magical atmosphere of the African wilderness beneath the stars.

: Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Distance:
Lake Nakuru → Masai Mara National Reserve ~300 km

Drive Time:
Approx. 5–6 Hours including scenic and wildlife viewing stops

Morning – Sunrise Game Drive in the Masai Mara

Begin your day with an early morning game drive across the spectacular plains of the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations and home to exceptional predator sightings and Big Five safari experiences.

The cool morning hours provide excellent opportunities to search for:

• lions
• cheetahs
• leopards
• elephants
• buffalo
• giraffes
• wildebeest herds

Enjoy breathtaking sunrise landscapes and unforgettable wildlife photography moments as the African wilderness comes alive.

Afternoon – Big Five Safari & Great Migration Experience

After lunch and relaxation at your luxury safari lodge or camp, continue with an afternoon game drive exploring different sections of the Masai Mara ecosystem.

Depending on the season, guests may witness:

• Great Migration river crossings
• predator hunting activity
• massive wildebeest herds
• elephant families
• dramatic savannah wildlife encounters

Your professional safari guide will continue tracking wildlife while sharing insights about the Mara ecosystem and animal behavior.

Optional activities may include:

• Maasai village visit
• hot air balloon safari
• bush breakfast experience

Evening – Sunset Safari & Luxury Camp Experience

Enjoy a scenic sunset safari experience before returning to camp for dinner and overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Relax around the campfire and enjoy the magical atmosphere of the Masai Mara beneath the stars.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Game Drive Distance:
Unlimited within the Masai Mara ecosystem depending on wildlife movement

Optional Activities:
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Maasai Cultural Visit
Bush Breakfast Experience

Morning – Sunrise Safari Across the Mara Plains

Begin another exciting day with an early morning game drive across the spectacular Masai Mara plains, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife ecosystems and home to exceptional Big Five safari experiences.

The early morning hours provide excellent opportunities to search for:

• lions
• cheetahs
• leopards
• elephants
• hyenas
• giraffes
• wildebeest herds

Enjoy breathtaking sunrise landscapes, dramatic wildlife encounters, and outstanding photography opportunities across the golden savannah plains.

Guests may also choose the optional hot air balloon safari experience, offering unforgettable aerial views of the Masai Mara followed by a champagne bush breakfast in the wilderness.

Afternoon – Great Migration & Wildlife Viewing Experience

After lunch and relaxation at your luxury safari lodge or tented camp, continue exploring different sections of the Masai Mara ecosystem with your professional safari guide.

Depending on the season, guests may witness:

• Great Migration river crossings
• large predator activity
• elephant herds
• hippos and crocodiles
• dramatic wildlife interactions

Enjoy immersive safari experiences while learning more about the unique Mara ecosystem and wildlife behavior.

Evening – Sundowner Safari & Luxury Wilderness Experience

As golden light spreads across the Mara plains, enjoy a scenic sunset safari before returning to camp.

Relax, enjoy dinner, and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness beneath the stars.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Game Drive Distance:
Unlimited within the Masai Mara ecosystem, depending on wildlife movement

Optional Activities:
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Bush Breakfast Experience
Maasai Cultural Visit

Morning – Scenic Flight from Masai Mara to Serengeti

After breakfast, transfer to the Masai Mara airstrip for your scheduled scenic bush flight into Tanzania’s legendary Serengeti National Park.

Enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the endless savannah plains, winding rivers, wildlife landscapes, and the vast East African wilderness as you fly across the Kenya–Tanzania border into one of Africa’s most iconic safari ecosystems.

Upon arrival at the Serengeti airstrip, you will be welcomed by your safari guide and begin your first Serengeti game drive en route to your luxury safari lodge or tented camp.

Afternoon – First Serengeti Safari Experience

After lunch and short relaxation, continue with an afternoon game drive across the spectacular Serengeti plains.

The Serengeti is world-famous for:

• the Great Migration
• massive wildebeest herds
• lions
• cheetahs
• leopards
• elephants
• endless open savannah landscapes

Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing and photography opportunities while exploring one of Africa’s greatest safari destinations.

Evening – Sunset Safari & Luxury Serengeti Camp Experience

As golden evening light spreads across the Serengeti plains, continue enjoying wildlife sightings before returning to camp.

Relax, enjoy dinner, and experience the magical atmosphere of the African wilderness beneath the stars.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser & Scenic Bush Flight

Flight Route:
Masai Mara Airstrip → Serengeti Airstrip

Flight Duration:
Approx. 2-4 hours, depending on routing and border procedures

Game Drive Distance:
Flexible within the Serengeti ecosystem, depending on wildlife movement

Morning – Sunrise Safari Across the Serengeti Plains

Begin your day with an early morning game drive across the endless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most legendary wildlife destinations and home to extraordinary predator activity and Great Migration experiences.

The cool morning hours provide excellent opportunities to search for:

• lions
• cheetahs
• leopards
• elephants
• giraffes
• hyenas
• massive wildebeest herds

Enjoy breathtaking sunrise landscapes and exceptional wildlife photography opportunities as the Serengeti wilderness comes alive.

Afternoon – Great Migration & Big Five Safari Experience

After lunch and relaxation at your luxury safari lodge or tented camp, continue exploring different regions of the Serengeti ecosystem with your professional safari guide.

Depending on the season, guests may witness:

• Great Migration movement
• predator hunting activity
• large elephant herds
• hippos and crocodiles
• dramatic wildlife interactions across the plains

The Serengeti’s vast landscapes and exceptional wildlife density create one of the finest safari experiences in Africa.

Optional activities may include:

• hot air balloon safari
• bush breakfast experience
• sundowner safari experience

Evening – Sunset Safari & Luxury Serengeti Camp Experience

As golden evening light spreads across the Serengeti plains, continue enjoying wildlife sightings before returning to camp.

Relax around the campfire, enjoy dinner, and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness beneath the stars.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Game Drive Distance:
Flexible within the Serengeti ecosystem depending on wildlife movement

Optional Activities:
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Bush Breakfast Experience
Sundowner Safari

Morning – Final Serengeti Safari Experience

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive across the spectacular Serengeti plains while departing towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Take in the breathtaking scenery and enjoy more opportunities to witness:

• lions
• cheetahs
• elephants
• giraffes
• wildebeest herds
• endless savannah landscapes

As your unforgettable Serengeti safari experience continues.

Afternoon – Scenic Journey to Ngorongoro Highlands

Continue your scenic drive through Tanzania’s beautiful safari landscapes towards the famous Ngorongoro Highlands.

Along the route, enjoy dramatic changes in scenery as the open Serengeti plains gradually transform into lush green highlands, volcanic landscapes, and cooler mountain environments surrounding the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Arrive at your luxury safari lodge in time for lunch and relaxation while enjoying spectacular panoramic views over the Ngorongoro region. Along the way, you will stop for a privately guided tour of Olduvai Gorge, a significant site for prehuman hominid fossils. Renowned palaeontologists Mary and Louis Leakey made many important discoveries here, including the remains of the "Nutcracker Man," who lived approximately 1.75 million years ago.

You will visit the on-site museum, take in the views from the lookout point, and observe the excavations that revealed 3.7-million-year-old footprints and a 1.8-million-year-old human ancestor skull. Following this fascinating visit, you will continue to your lodge, located on the rim of the Crater, arriving in good time for lunch and a free afternoon

Evening – Highland Sunset & Luxury Lodge Experience

Spend the evening relaxing at your luxury lodge while enjoying breathtaking highland scenery and the peaceful atmosphere of the Ngorongoro region.

Prepare for the following day’s unforgettable Ngorongoro Crater safari experience — one of Africa’s greatest wildlife adventures.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Distance:
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Highlands ~145 km

Drive Time:
Approx. 3–4 Hours including game viewing en route

Morning – Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater

After an early breakfast,  you'll descend into the crater, arriving ahead of most visitors — thanks to the ideal location of your accommodations on the crater’s rim —you'll descend into the crater floor for the half-day crater tour.

Often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife.

The crater floor offers exceptional opportunities to search for:

• black rhinos
• lions
• elephants
• buffalo
• hippos
• hyenas
• flamingos
• cheetahs

while surrounded by breathtaking volcanic landscapes and lush crater scenery.

Afternoon – Crater Wildlife Safari & Scenic Picnic Experience

Continue exploring different sections of the crater ecosystem with your professional safari guide while enjoying incredible wildlife viewing and photography opportunities.

Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch near the hippo pool surrounded by the beauty of the Ngorongoro wilderness before continuing with your crater safari adventure.

The Ngorongoro ecosystem is internationally famous for:

• year-round wildlife viewing
• dense predator populations
• black rhino conservation
• spectacular scenery
• unique volcanic landscapes

making it one of the finest safari destinations in Africa.

Evening – Return to Luxury Lodge in the Highlands

Later in the afternoon, ascend from the crater and return to your luxury lodge in the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Relax, enjoy dinner, and take in the peaceful atmosphere and cool mountain scenery after an unforgettable day of wildlife exploration.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Distance:
Ngorongoro Highlands → Crater Floor → Ngorongoro Highlands ~60 km

Drive Time:
Approx. 5–6 Hours including crater safari experience

Morning – Departure from Ngorongoro to Tarangire

After breakfast, depart the Ngorongoro Highlands and begin your scenic journey towards Tarangire National Park with a fascinating stop at Mto wa Mbu Market. Interact with Locals as they go about their day-to-day lives and businesses, and visit local craftsmen to get a firsthand experience of how they make the craft souvenir from wood.

Afternoon – Scenic Drive to Tarangire National Park

Continue your journey towards Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most scenic and underrated wildlife destinations.

Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive across Tarangire’s spectacular wilderness landscapes, famous for:

• giant elephant herds
• ancient baobab trees
• lions
• giraffes
• zebras
• diverse birdlife

Tarangire offers a quieter and more authentic safari atmosphere with breathtaking scenery and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.

Evening – Sunset Safari & Luxury Lodge Experience

Enjoy a scenic sunset game drive before proceeding to your luxury safari lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Relax and enjoy the peaceful wilderness atmosphere surrounded by the beauty of Tarangire National Park.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Distance:
Ngorongoro Highlands → Olduvai Gorge → Tarangire National Park ~240 km

Drive Time:
Approx. 5–6 Hours, including Mto wa mbu stop and Local village Visit.

Morning – Departure from Tarangire & Cross-Border Journey to Kenya

After breakfast, depart Tarangire National Park and begin your scenic journey towards Amboseli National Park in Kenya.

Travel through beautiful northern Tanzania landscapes and local countryside while heading towards the Kenya–Tanzania border crossing.

After immigration and border formalities, continue towards Amboseli National Park — one of Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations famous for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Afternoon – Arrival & Amboseli Safari Experience

Arrive in Amboseli in time for lunch followed by your first afternoon game drive across the park’s breathtaking landscapes.

Amboseli National Park is internationally famous for:

• large elephant herds
• Mount Kilimanjaro views
• lions
• cheetahs
• buffalo
• giraffes
• open savannah scenery

The park offers some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife photography opportunities, especially with elephants roaming beneath the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Evening – Sunset Safari Beneath Mount Kilimanjaro

Enjoy a scenic sunset game drive while taking in the spectacular Amboseli landscapes before returning to your luxury safari lodge or tented camp.

Relax, enjoy dinner, and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness beneath the shadow of Africa’s highest mountain.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport:
Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Distance:
Tarangire National Park → Amboseli National Park ~315 km

Drive Time:
Approx. 6–7 Hours including border crossing procedures

Morning – Sunrise Safari Beneath Mount Kilimanjaro

Begin your full safari day with an early morning game drive across the breathtaking plains of Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

The soft golden light of sunrise creates perfect conditions for wildlife viewing and photography, especially with the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rising dramatically in the background.

Expect to encounter:

• Large elephant herds moving across open plains
• Lions returning from night hunts or resting in the grasslands
• Cheetahs scanning the savannah for prey
• Buffalo and giraffes grazing peacefully
• Zebras and wildebeest across the landscape
• Rich birdlife around wetlands and swamps

This is the most magical time in Amboseli, when the park slowly awakens and wildlife activity is at its peak.

Midday – Lodge Relaxation & Scenic Break

Return to your luxury safari lodge or tented camp for a relaxed breakfast and leisure time.

Enjoy panoramic views of Amboseli’s landscapes, with elephants often visible roaming near the lodge areas. This midday break allows you to unwind, take photos, or simply enjoy the peaceful African atmosphere.

Afternoon – Amboseli Swamp & Wildlife Exploration

Head out again for an afternoon game drive exploring Amboseli’s famous swamp ecosystems, fed by underground waters from Mount Kilimanjaro.

This area attracts dense concentrations of wildlife, offering excellent sightings of:

• Elephant families bathing and feeding in the swamps
• Hippos and water birds in marshy areas
• Lions and cheetahs in surrounding grasslands
• Antelope herds gathering near water sources

The afternoon light softens the landscape, creating beautiful contrasts between green wetlands and dry savannah plains.

Evening – Sunset Safari & Return to Lodge

Enjoy a final sunset game drive as the sky transforms into shades of orange, pink, and gold over the Amboseli plains.

This is the perfect moment for final photography of elephants silhouetted against Mount Kilimanjaro.

Return to your lodge for dinner, relaxation, and your final night in the Amboseli ecosystem.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transport: Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Activity Type: Full-day safari (morning, afternoon & sunset game drives)

Morning – Farewell to Amboseli & Scenic Departure

After breakfast at your lodge or tented camp, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi, marking the end of your unforgettable safari experience in Amboseli. Enjoy a final scenic drive through the Amboseli ecosystem as you exit the park, with possible last sightings of elephants, giraffes, and zebras against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro if weather permits.

Midday – Drive Through Kenyan Countryside

Travel north through the beautiful landscapes of southern Kenya, passing rural villages, open plains, and rolling savannah scenery. Your journey offers time to reflect on your safari highlights, including wildlife encounters, photography moments, and cultural experiences across Kenya and Tanzania.

Afternoon – Arrival in Nairobi & Guest Departure

Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your preferred location: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international departure flight or a Nairobi hotel for onward arrangements or overnight stay. This marks the official end of your safari adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Transport: Luxury 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser

Distance: Amboseli → Nairobi ~240 km

Drive Time: Approx. 4–5 hours (depending on traffic and road conditions)

End of Safari Experience

Your journey concludes with unforgettable memories of East Africa’s wilderness, including iconic elephant herds of Amboseli, views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Big Five wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes across Kenya & Tanzania, and a true luxury safari experience curated by Camptrek Safaris