On Safari in Kenya & Tanzania

On Safari in Kenya & Tanzania

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On Safari in Kenya & Tanzania

11 Days Starting in Nairobi, Kenya and ending in Serengeti, Tanzania

Visiting: Arrive In Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Maasai Mara, Amboseli National Park Area, Amboseli, Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park Area, Lake Manyara Area, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Ngorongoro Area, Serengeti National Park, Serengeti

Tour operator:

Cosmos

Tour code:

3550-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

4WD

From: $6528 $5964 Barrhead discount: -$564

NB: Prices correct on 25-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Explore magnificent national parks and reserves on this exciting Kenya and Tanzania safari.

Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. Here embark on morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara”—home to lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena, wildebeest, and zebra. Next, explore Amboseli National Park—known for its spectacular views of 19,341-ft Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of elephants, Cape buffalo, and more.

Cross the border into Tanzania and journey to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore this ecologically diverse park on a morning game drive. Your escorted African safari continues to the amazing Ngorongoro area—the astonishing crater measures 2,000 feet deep and spans 102 square miles. Revel in the fantastic game-viewing vantage point to spot lion, hippo, elephant, and flamingo. Next, you’ll enter Serengeti National Park—site of the seasonal great migration of wildebeest, and a great game-viewing area year-round. Covering 5,700 square miles, the Serengeti will thrill you with both morning and afternoon game drives with the chance to see Nile crocodiles, big cats, giraffes, and gazelles. This escorted Africa safari through Kenya and Tanzania is a dream-come-true for the adventurous of spirit.

Highlights

  • Explore magnificent national parks and reserves on this exciting Kenya and Tanzania safari

  • Embark on morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara”—home to lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena, wildebeest, and zebra

  • Explore Amboseli National Park—known for its spectacular views of 19,341-ft Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa

  • Get lost in the woods on an optional guided hike through the magical forest in the Great Rift Valley

  • Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive and witness lion, Cape buffalo, hippo, elephant, and flamingo

  • Drive to Serengeti National Park, home to the seasonal Great Migration of vast numbers of wildebeest and zebra

  • Continue your exploration of the Serengeti during morning and afternoon game drives, with chances to see big cats and other wildlife

Places You'll See

Tamarind Tree Hotel

Mara Sopa Lodge

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

Manyara Lakeview Oasis

Marera Valley Lodge

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Nairobi,Kenya

Location: Arrive In Nairobi, Kenya

Accommodation: Hotel

Welcome to Africa! Check in to your hotel and prepare for your safari adventure!

Day 2: Nairobi,Maasai Mara National Reserve

Location: Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. After lunch at your lodge, set out on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo.

Day 3: Maasai Mara

Location: Maasai Mara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara,” as it is called by locals. Part of the Serengeti ecosystem, the reserve boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a significant food source for resident predators including lions, cheetah, leopard, and hyena.

Day 4: Maasai Mara,Nairobi,Amboseli National Park Area

Location: Maasai Mara, Nairobi, Amboseli National Park Area

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, board a plane for the quick flight to Nairobi. Drive to Amboseli National Park, best known for spectacular views of 19,341-foot Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Embark on an afternoon game drive before settling in at your lodge.

Day 5: Amboseli

Location: Amboseli

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning and afternoon game drives offer you a terrific opportunity to get close to the mighty elephant. You might also spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, and more. During the heat of the day, relax and enjoy the amenities at your lodge.

Day 6: Amboseli,Arusha,Lake Manyara National Park Area

Location: Amboseli, Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park Area

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, enter Tanzania at the Namanga border. After lunch in Arusha, proceed to your camp overlooking Lake Manyara. Get lost in the woods on an optional guided hike through the magical forest in the Great Rift Valley. Did we mention the monkeys? Or... go bananas for beer made from the fruit, along with other farm specialties on an optional guided visit to Mto Wa Mbu village.

Day 7: Lake Manyara Area,Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Location: Lake Manyara Area, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Lake Manyara National Park is a small, ecologically diverse park with groundwater forests, grassy plains, and the alkaline namesake Lake Manyara. The park is also home to the world’s largest concentration of baboon. Watch for these mischievous primates, giraffe, hippo, and more on your morning game drive. Then, journey to your lodge and enjoy time at leisure this afternoon.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Area

Location: Ngorongoro Area

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive. Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest unflooded caldera, more than 2,000 feet deep with a floor covering over 102 square miles. Game viewing here is fantastic, as most of the animals stay in this area year-round. Witness lion, Cape buffalo, hippo, elephant, and flamingo in a unique habitat. This is also your best chance to see the rare black rhinoceros! A picnic lunch will be served in the crater.

Day 9: Ngorongoro Area,Serengeti National Park

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Location: Ngorongoro Area, Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, drive to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most famous park. Home to the seasonal Great Migration of vast numbers of the Serengeti's wildebeest, accompanied by zebra, Grant's gazelle, Thomson's gazelle, eland, and impala. The Serengeti remains an extraordinary ecosystem for game viewing year round. Enjoy lunch at your lodge before an afternoon game drive.

Day 10: Serengeti

Location: Serengeti

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The biologically diverse Serengeti covers an area of roughly 5,700 square miles and is home to a variety of animals. The name comes from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “endless plains,” and Maasai tribes co-exist with wildlife living in the Serengeti. Continue your exploration during morning and afternoon game drives. You have the chance to see the big cats—lion, leopard, and cheetah—as well as an abundance of other animals, including the Nile crocodile, giraffe, gazelle, and eland.

Day 11: Serengeti,Arusha

Location: Serengeti, Arusha

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fly back to Arusha, where a day room is reserved for your convenience. Schedule departing flights after 5 pm.

What's Included

  • Meals

    10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners are included.

  • Fully Guided

    The tour includes an expert Tour Director, Safari Guide/Driver, and Local Guides.

  • Transport

    Travel in a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.

  • Accommodation

    Stay at the Tamarind Tree Hotel in Nairobi, the Mara Sopa Lodge, Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Manyara Lakeview Oasis, Marera Valley Lodge, and Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

  • Small Group

    Each Cosmos Africa safari tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure.

What's Not Included

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

    Airport transfers at the destination are not included.

  • Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

  • International Travel

    International flights to and from the destination are not included.

Meals

10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners

Notes

The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Maasai Mara from August to early November. Movements and river crossings of migrating herds can be challenging to predict year to year. When possible, we’ll modify game viewing when advised of reported sightings. Since this safari includes Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, you’re guaranteed to see the herds no matter when you visit. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.

Small Group

Each Cosmos Africa safari tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Cosmos escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Safari Guide/Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery African safari vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Ngorongoro Conservation Area|Serengeti National Park

Accommodation

Nairobi:Tamarind Tree Hotel
Maasai Mara:Mara Sopa Lodge
Amboseli National Park Area:Amboseli Sopa Lodge
Lake Manyara National Park Area:Manyara Lakeview Oasis
Ngorongoro Conservation Area:Marera Valley Lodge
Serengeti National Park:Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of transportation is provided during the safari?

    Travel is in a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort and connectivity throughout your safari adventure.

  • What types of accommodations are included in the tour?

    Accommodations include stays at the Tamarind Tree Hotel in Nairobi, Mara Sopa Lodge, Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Manyara Lakeview Oasis, Marera Valley Lodge, and Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 9 dinners.

  • What kind of game drives can I expect during the tour?

    You will embark on morning and afternoon game drives in various national parks and reserves, including Maasai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park.

  • Is there a limit on the number of guests per tour group?

    Yes, each Cosmos Africa safari tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, optional activities include a guided hike through the magical forest in the Great Rift Valley and a guided visit to Mto Wa Mbu village to experience local farm specialties and beer made from bananas.

  • What wildlife can I expect to see during the safari?

    You can expect to see a variety of wildlife including the 'Big 5' (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo), wildebeest, zebra, cheetah, hyena, giraffe, hippo, and more.

  • Are there any health or safety considerations I should be aware of?

    All game viewing is done at your own risk, and a signed liability waiver is required prior to travel. The tour is not recommended for guests with serious back problems due to rough driving on/off road in/between game parks.

  • What are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?

    The tour includes visits to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Serengeti National Park, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1961

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.

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