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12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package
Experience Africa in Full with the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package
The 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package is a comprehensive cross-border adventure designed for travelers seeking deeper immersion into East Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, and cultural heritage. Spanning iconic national parks and reserves, this package offers a perfect balance of discovery, comfort, and unforgettable safari moments.
12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package Itinerary
The 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package Itinerary is carefully planned to deliver diverse experiences—from Big Five encounters to scenic drives and cultural interactions—across both Kenyan and Tanzanian safari circuits.
DAY 01: NAIROBI – OL-PEJETA (220km: Appx: 4 Hours)
Start your 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package adventure with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Ol-Pejeta.
Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
07:30 hrs. Your driver/guide will pick up from your Nairobi area hotel, Nairobi airport or Nairobi area residence for the drive to Ol Pejeta.
We’ll travel through the central highlands and even make stops to view coffee and tea plantations along our route.
Arriving at Ol Pejeta, we’ll break for lunch and then embark on our first game drive of the safari!
There’s so much to see in this special reserve – six prides of lions roam these plains along with other big cats and African wild dogs. We’ll explore the endangered species enclosure – a large drive-through area, home to a great population of black rhinos.
Adding more fun to this versatile park is the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary – the only place in Kenya where you can observe these intelligent and fascinating creatures.
We’ll spend the night at Ol Pejeta at your choice of safari lodge or tented camp.
Day 02: Full Day Ol Pejeta
Meal plan:Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Today shall be spent within the Olpejeta exploring the wildlife rich conservancy on private game viewing drives.
There is so much to see in this expansive conservancy and you shall be spoilt for choice.
We shall spend the night at Ol Pejeta at your choice of safari lodge or tented camp
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Day 03: Ol Pejeta – Lake Naivasha & Great Rift valley (230Km – Approx. 4 hrs)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
There’s so much wildlife in Ol Pejeta – we’ll take an early morning game drive to see who we can spot before departing this lovely preserve.
We’re now headed through the Rift Valley on a scenic drive to Lake Naivasha. Along the way, we’ll stop at 74 m (243 ft) Thompson’s Falls to admire its dramatic cascades.
Continuing, we’ll arrive at Lake Naivasha in time for an afternoon boat safari across the lake. This is an easy, relaxing ride, sailing past hippos and exotic birdlife dotting the lake and its shores.
Nearby, we may spot antelope, zebra, buffalo, eland, and impala perhaps grazing on the shore.
We should also have time for a guided walking safari to nearby Crescent Island Game Sanctuary. It’s a quick walk to this small park where we’ll spot impala, gazelle and other grazers close-by.
We’ll spend the night at the Lake Naivasha safari lodge or tented camp of your choice.
Day 04: Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara: 240 km (Approx. 4-5 Hrs)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast depart for world-famous Masai Mara Reserve.
(Optional activitiy in Naivasha: visit to HELL’S GATE NATIONAL PARK at an extra USD 35 Per Person).
Our drive will take us past the dramatic rises and gorges of the Great Rift Valley, passing through Masai country.
The Masai Mara impresses visitors with its vast spaces but also with its amazing displays of wildlife, said to contain the greatest density of lions in the world.
We’ll arrive at the great park with plenty of time for an afternoon game drive. Over its rolling green hills and golden savannahs, we’ll be looking for the big cats, elephant, giraffe, ostrich, warthog, plus buffalo and more.
We’ll spend the next two nights at the Masai Mara at your safari lodge or tented camp.
Book now to complete your unforgettable 12 Days Kenya to Tanzania Safari Package and experience the best of East Africa.
Day 05: Masai Mara – full day
We’re at the greatest wildlife park in the world so let’s get up early to enjoy it! We’ll see the light breaking over the reserve, with fresh tracks of wildlife impressed on the morning dew.
The sun’s rays breaking through the park’s many iconic acacia trees signal new beginnings and great possibilities.
This is a day of unlimited game drives and fulfilling exploration. Sightings of lion are common on these plains and we will track the mighty creatures.
The park is also known as the place where the greatest movement of animals on the planet occurs – the Great Migration. If you are here during the migrating season (July – October) you’ll be witness to thousands and perhaps tens of thousands of gazelle, wildebeest, and zebra pouring into the park over the Mara River.
We’ll enjoy lunch by the river and if in season, watch the torrent of wildlife flood into the park. Also, nearby, we’ll look for hippos and crocodiles in their river habitat.
Rounding out your first-hand experience here, we offer several optional activities: Visit the local Maasai tribe at their village. See their lifestyle and culture up close and take in their colourful ceremonies.
For the ultimate safari, hop aboard a hot air balloon for a pre-dawn ride over the park. You’ll see the sun light up the savannah while the park comes alive below. This is an inspiring and unforgettable moment you’ll be talking about for years. Just ask your driver/guide to make the arrangements.
Our final night at the Masai Mara will be at the safari lodge or tented camp of your choice.
Day 06: Masai mara game reserve – Serengeti game reserve. 370Km : Approx. 6-7 Hrs with stops
Meal plan: breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Masai Mara and proceed across the border in to Tanzania and the Serengeti game reserve.
The Serengeti game reserve shares the same boundary and is an extension of the Masai mara
Ideally the Masai mara is an extension of the Serengeti
It is well located for game viewing drives together with optional activities including balloon safari excursions and guided nature / bird walks.
Afternoon game viewing drive at the Serengeti.
Overnight at your Serengeti safari lodge/ tented camp.
Book now to complete your unforgettable 12 Days Kenya to Tanzania Safari Package and experience the best of East Africa.
Rediscover the calm and beauty of the natural world.
Book your adventure today and create memories that last a lifetime!
A vibrant fusion of nature, culture, and urban energy.
Day 07: Full Day Serengeti Game reserve
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
A full day game viewing drive as we explore this vast nature rich wildlife reserve.
Options of morning and afternoon or full day game viewing drives are available to you.
Serengeti is also a pride of its lions which have been fitted with radio-transmitter collars so that their movements may be tracked,.
Other wildlife includes cheetah, zebra, giraffe, Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelle, eland, impala, klipspringer, hippo and warthog.
Overnight at your Serengeti safari lodge or tented camp.
Day 08: Serengeti game reserve- Ngorongoro Crater. 200 Km: approx. 3-4 Hrs
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart the Serengeti and proceed to the Ngorongoro crater.
Descend to the crater floor for a day of game viewing in this natural wildlife habitat.
Picnic lunch at the crater floor.
Later ascend to the crater rim for your overnight.
The Ngorongoro Crater rim offers the finest sunset and sunrise views.
Overnight at your Ngorongoro safari lodge or tented camp.
Day 09: Ngorogoro crater-Lake Manyara National park. 70Km : Approx. 1.5 Hrs
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast proceed to the Lake Manyara with a stop at the local market of Karatu.
Game and bird watching drives at the Lake Manyara.
We may see the famous tree climbing lions unique to this park.
Overnight at your Lake Manyara safari lodge or tented camp.
Day 10: Lake Manyara- Amboseli National park. 300Km : Approx. 6Hrs
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Proceed to the Amboseli national park.
Border crossing and immigration formalities at the Namanga border town.
Afternoon game viewing drive at the Amboseli National Park with views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Amboseli is an international biosphere nature reserve featuring dried-out lake bed, rolling savannah and lush green swamps.
Amboseli hosts various animal species including the Elephant, Antelope, Spotted Hyena, Jackal, Warthog, Olive baboon, Vervet monkey……
The observation hill at Amboseli park is easily climbed and offers stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
What you may see at Amboseli national park …….
Elephant, Cheetah, Buffalo, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Plain game, crocodile, Mongoose, Hyrax, Lesser Kudu and birdlife features 600 species.
Overnight at your Amboseli safari lodge or tented camp.
Day 11: Full Day Amboseli National Park
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early morning game viewing drive at the Amboseli national park.
Weather permitting the clouds will shear off, leaving you mesmerized at the majesty of the Kilimanjaro and its gleaming snowcapped peaks.
Today shall be spent exploring the park on unlimited game viewing drives.
Overnight at your Amboseli safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 12: Amboseli- Nairobi. 250Km: approx. 4 Hrs.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch.
Early pre-breakfast game viewing drive in search of the predators and grazers.
Extra final game drive at the Amboseli national park.
Later depart for Nairobi to arrive in the late afternoon.
Transfer to Nairobi hotel or Nairobi airport for outbound flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Book now to complete your unforgettable journey across East Africa with our expertly curated 12 Days Kenya to Tanzania Safari Package.
Rediscover the calm and beauty of the natural world.
Cost of 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package
SAFARI PRICE GUIDE BY SEASON, NUMBER OF PERSONS, LODGE/CAMP CATEGORY
Safari price (in USD) is per person in a private 4×4 pop-top Tour Jeep. (Click the arrows to view Safari Tour Seasons).
Shoulder Season | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
2-3 persons in private safari | $ 5486 | $ 6127 | $ 6541 |
4-5 persons in private safari | $ 4251 | $ 4832 | $ 5246 |
6-7 persons in private safari | $ 3840 | $ 4420 | $ 4834 |
1 person in a private solo tour | $ 7600 | $ 8500 | $ 9080 |
Single Room Supplement | $ 545 | $ 600 | $ 765 |
Easter / Christmas / New Year Extra (Per person per night) | $30 | $40 | $50 |
Children below 3 Years | FREE | FREE | FREE |
SAFARI PRICE GUIDE BY SEASON,NUMBER OF PERSONS,LODGE/CAMP CATEGORY
Safari price (in USD) is per person in a private 4×4 pop-top Tour Jeep. (Click the arrows to view Safari Tour Seasons).
Peak Season | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
2-3 persons in private safari | $ 5684 | $ 6406 | $ 7218 |
4-5 persons in private safari | $ 4449 | $ 5111 | $ 5923 |
6-7 persons in private safari | $ 4037 | $ 4699 | $ 5512 |
1 person in a private solo tour | $ 7880 | $ 8890 | $ 10025 |
Single Room Supplement | $ 600 | $ 675 | $ 890 |
Children below 3 Years | FREE | FREE | FREE |
SAFARI PRICE GUIDE BY SEASON, NUMBER OF PERSONS, LODGE/CAMP CATEGORY
Safari price (in USD) is per person in a private 4×4 pop-top Tour Jeep. (Click the arrows to view Safari Tour Seasons).
Low Season | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
2-3 persons in private safari | $ 5156 | $ 5503 | $ 5645 |
4-5 persons in private safari | $ 3921 | $ 4208 | $ 4350 |
6-7 persons in private safari | $ 3510 | $ 3796 | $ 3939 |
1 person in a private solo tour | $ 7178 | $ 7664 | $ 7863 |
Single Room Supplement | $ 150 | $ 175 | $ 200 |
Children below 3 Years | FREE | FREE | FREE |
What’s Included in the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package
- Nairobi-airport-hotel shuttle transfers
- Transport in a customized 4×4 pop up top Land Cruiser jeep in Kenya
- Pop up top 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep in Tanzania
- Services of an experienced English/other speaking safari tour guide/driver
- Private game viewing drives in a 4×4 pop up top Land Cruiser jeep
- Stay in economy, comfort or luxury safari lodges /tented camps (your choice)
- Park entrance fees.
- All meals on safari.
- Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle.
- The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
- Pick up /drop off Nairobi airport / Nairobi hotel
What’s Not Included in the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package
Items and Services of a personal nature, Tips & Gratuities, Visas and International Flights.
FAQs – 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package
Planning a safari can be overwhelming, but our 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package FAQ section is designed to answer all your questions. Whether it’s about accommodation, wildlife encounters, itinerary specifics, or travel logistics, we provide detailed guidance to help you prepare for an unforgettable East African adventure.
The 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package is perfect for first-time safari travelers seeking a complete East African experience. Guests enjoy guided game drives, immersive cultural visits, comfortable lodges or tented camps, and expert guidance from English-speaking drivers. This ensures safety, convenience, and unforgettable wildlife encounters across Kenya and Tanzania’s top parks.
Yes, the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package is fully customizable. Travelers can adjust dates, include hot air balloon rides, guided walks, or cultural visits, select accommodation categories, and tailor the itinerary for families, solo travelers, or corporate groups. Contact AK African Tours & Safaris for updated pricing and availability to plan a personalized safari.
The 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package offers budget, mid-range, and luxury safari lodges or tented camps. Accommodations are near national parks for optimal wildlife viewing. Upgrades to premium lodges or exclusive suites can be arranged at extra cost, ensuring a personalized and comfortable safari experience across both countries.
Transportation in the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package is in customized 4×4 Land Cruiser vehicles with pop-up tops for panoramic wildlife viewing. Experienced drivers handle long-distance travel safely, and all border crossings between Kenya and Tanzania are managed efficiently, including immigration and customs formalities, ensuring a seamless safari journey.
Travelers on the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package can encounter the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and over 600 bird species. Iconic natural landmarks include the Great Rift Valley, Thompson Falls, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti plains, offering breathtaking scenery and diverse wildlife experiences.
All meals are included in the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package: breakfast, lunch, and dinner at lodges, camps, or picnic sites. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are used, and dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or allergy-specific meals can be arranged in advance to ensure a safe and enjoyable culinary experience throughout the safari.
Families are welcome on the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package. Children under three travel free, while ages 3–12 pay 75% of the adult rate. Vehicles and accommodations are family-friendly, with space and safety measures. Guided activities are suitable for all ages, allowing families to enjoy wildlife drives, cultural visits, and scenic landscapes together.
Optional activities during the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package include hot air balloon rides over the Masai Mara, guided walking safaris, local village visits, and birdwatching excursions in the Serengeti. These activities provide unique perspectives on wildlife and culture, are available at additional cost, and can be scheduled according to traveler preferences and seasonal wildlife patterns.
Safety is a top priority on the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package. Vehicles are equipped for emergencies, guides are trained in first aid, and a flying doctor emergency medical rescue is included. National park rules are strictly followed, and guides’ expertise in terrain, wildlife, and regulations ensures a secure, stress-free, and well-prepared safari experience.
The 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package is best booked June–October for peak wildlife migration and predator activity. Shoulder seasons (November–March) offer fewer crowds and moderate weather. Early planning is recommended, as lodges and vehicles fill quickly during peak seasons. Contact AK African Tours & Safaris for updated advice on availability.
What is included in the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package cost, and are there extra charges?
The 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package cost covers accommodations, transportation, game drives, park fees, meals, bottled water, and emergency medical coverage. Exclusions include personal items, tips, visas, international flights, optional activities, and single room supplements. Contact AK for updated pricing to avoid confusion due to seasonal variations.
You can reach AK African Tours & Safaris via email at info@akafricantoursandsafaris.com or phone +254 701 415 125. Use the website’s “Request Quote” or contact form to discuss travel plans, confirm availability, and receive a personalized itinerary. Early booking is recommended to secure your preferred dates and accommodations for the 12 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Package.
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