African Safari: Kenya And Tanzania

Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Arusha, Karatu, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Lake Eyasi, Tarangire National Park

In the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro, embark on 12 lively safaris to seek out the elusive “Big 5” – Africa’s “bucket list” of animals. Spend time at the famous farmhouse from Out of Africa and have giraffes eat directly out of your hand. Connect with locals at a bead factory, where single mothers are employed and trained as jewelry artisans. Get a glimpse into the traditions of native communities when you visit with two tribes at Lake Eyasi. From the picturesque savanna in Kenya to the renowned Serengeti in Tanzania, this is the wild Africa of your dreams.

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$ 6,599 LAND ONLY

15 Days • GUIDED • 38 Meals

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The Details

13 nights accommodation
On some dates additional accommodations may be used
Services of a tour manager
All on-tour transportations and related fees
Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
Round trip home to airport sedan service provided when you purchase airfare through Member Choice Vacations. One transfer per person, per reservation. (Restrictions Apply)
13 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 12 dinners

Itinerary

Engaging Experiences These special places and experiences are considered tour highlights. Look for them in the daily itineraries.

Day 1 - Overnight Flight

You’re on your way to Africa – where sprawling grasslands and cultural traditions intersect into a land like no other. In the shadow of Mt. Kilimanjaro, discover a natural wonderland of curious giraffes, playful elephants, and wandering lions. From the picturesque savanna in Kenya to the renowned Serengeti in Tanzania, this is the wild Africa of your dreams.

Day 2 - Nairobi, Kenya

Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi

Day 3 - Nairobi

Head to Karen Blixen's Out of Africa farmhouse for lunch before stepping outside to visit the sanctuary's inquisitive Rothschild giraffes.

Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which rehabilitates young or injured elephants. See the gentle giants up close as they are fed and bathed by their caretakers. Visit the Kazuri Beads Factory, where mothers are employed and trained as jewelry artisans. In the evening, toast to the start of your African adventure at a savory welcome dinner.

Day 4 - Nairobi - Amboseli National Park

Kilima Safari Camp, Amboseli

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Make your way to Amboseli National Park, nestled along the border of Tanzania and looking out on the great Mt. Kilimanjaro. After lunch, get a glimpse into Kenyan culture and interact with locals at a Masai village. Settle into your accommodations for the next two nights – a tented camp with the comfort amenities of a proper lodge.

Day 5 - Amboseli National Park

This is your first chance to seek out Africa's elusive "Big 5" – the safari "bucket list" of animals includes lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and water buffalos.

Kilima Safari Camp, Amboseli

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Day 6 - Amboseli National Park - Arusha, Tanzania - Karatu

Today will be an impact moment as you visit Shanga, a local jewelry workshop that trains and employs citizens with disabilities.

Country Lodge, Karatu

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Day 7 - Karatu - Ngorongoro Crater - Karatu

Country Lodge, Karatu

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Make the most of more opportunities to spot the local wildlife with a full day of game drives in Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Containing one of the densest mammal populations in the world, this “African Eden” is one of the best places to seek out the “Big 5.” Allow the sheer magnitude of the area to wash over you as you enjoy a picnic lunch in the highlands, taking in the flourishing habitat around you.

Day 8 - Karatu - Serengeti

ThornTree Camp, Serengeti

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Your path continues to the renowned Serengeti, a Masai word meaning “endless plains.” Enjoy lunch and venture out on your first Serengeti adventure on an afternoon game drive, returning to camp at dusk. Relax in your exclusive safari abode, your home for the next three nights. The camp includes all of the amenities of a lodge but allows you to remain immersed in nature.

Day 9 - Serengeti

ThornTree Camp, Serengeti

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Day 10 - Serengeti

Under the careful guidance of an expert, discover the savanna's wild residents and get a glimpse into the untamed animal kingdom.

ThornTree Camp, Serengeti

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Day 11 - Serengeti - Lake Eyasi

Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge, Lake Eyasi

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

You’re on your way to Lake Eyasi, an unexpected splash of blue amidst the plains and mountains. Pause for a picnic lunch along the way, providing more chances to view the local wildlife. Meander around the salt lake, perhaps passing a wading pat of flamingoes or some lively hippos cooling off in the water.

Day 12 - Lake Eyasi

Get a peek into the daily lives of two local tribes at Lake Eyasi.

Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge, Lake Eyasi

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

See how native communities live in harmony with the environment. Start your morning with the Hadzabe tribe, hunter-gatherers that strive to leave no lasting impact on their surroundings. After lunch back at your lodge, continue with a visit to the Datoga tribe – another community based at Lake Eyasi – and see how their vast farms contribute to day-to-day life.

Day 13 - Lake Eyasi - Tarangire National Park

Learn from a local fruit vendor in Mto Wa Mbu village about their trade -OR- spend time with a local craftsman who will show you current projects at African Galleria.

Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire National Park

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Decide how you spend the morning because it’s your choice! Then, head to Tarangire, the forested national park known for its giant baobab trees and elephant migration. After lunch, embark on a thrilling game drive. Don’t be surprised if you see a pride of lions lounging in the shade, a herd of buffalos wading into the water, or a parade of elephants passing by.

Day 14 - Tarangire National Park

Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire National Park

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included

Enjoy a full day of game drives, venturing out in the morning and afternoon on your quest for animal sightings with a break for a picnic lunch in between. Make sure you look to the skies because Tarangire is an aviary paradise, home to more than 500 bird species. Keep your eyes peeled for various starlings, weavers, and guinea fowl. Wish Africa goodbye at a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers.

Day 15 - Tarangire National Park - Arusha - Tour Ends

Breakfast, Lunch Included

On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Pricing is per person, double occupancy, land only, based on November 21, 2024 travel date. Single supplement from $800. Call AAA for current airfare rates and availability.

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