13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari
Embarking on a 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari across the breathtaking and best parks and reserves in Kenya and Tanzania. Experience an unforgettable safari full of diverse wildlife, enchanting scenery and rich traditional cultural experiences. This spectacular safari adventure explores iconic safari destinations, the boat ride and horse riding at the Lake Naivasha, to the rhino roaming the Ol pejeta conservancy to the spotted plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve, from the world-famous endless plains of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to the breath taking Ngorongoro Crater, ending with the royal court of the Kilimanjaro, the Amboseli National park in Kenya.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy:
The 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari from Nairobi explores the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a pioneering wildlife sanctuary committed to conservation and community development. Home to the last two northern white rhinos on the planet, Ol Pejeta conservancy offers a unique blend of wildlife encounters and conservation initiatives. Take part in activities that showcase the conservancy’s commitment to protecting endangered species, such as visiting the Rhino Sanctuary where you can feed a black rhino or visit the last two northern white rhinos. The vast plains of Ol Pejeta conservancy and Mount Kenya provide a backdrop for unforgettable game drives, where you may encounter the “Big Five” and other remarkable wildlife. There is a chimpanzee sanctuary at the Ol pejeta which is worth visiting during the 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari
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Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha is located in the heart of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. At only two hours drive from Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, Lake Naivasha stands as unique oasis, offering the allure of its pristine waters and the unique charm of Sanctuary Farm. Exciting wildlife encounters amidst the enchanting landscape. It offers a great combination of a boat ride on Lake Naivasha and horse riding at Sanctuary Farm which promises an immersive experience with giraffes, zebras, and gnus in their natural habitat.
Boat ride at Lake Naivasha
Embark on a boat ride across the calm waters of Lake Naivasha providing you a great perspective of the beautiful Rift Valley landscape. The lake, known for its birdlife diversity and it hosts over 400 bird species, including the impressive fish eagles, the fishing pelicans, king fishers, lovebirds and cormorants. As you ride over the calm waters, the picturesque scenery unfolds, offering glimpses of the surrounding acacia forests and the distant volcanic peaks.
The main highlight of the motor boat ride is the encounter with the horse of the nile, the hippos. Lake Naivasha is home to a big population of hippos and the boat allows you to photograph them from an eye level in their natural habitat. Your experienced and professional guide will share more information on the lake’s ecosystem.
Horse Riding at Lake Naivasha Sanctuary Farm
On the 10 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Adventure Safari, the Safari tour you will experience horse riding as you get up close to giraffes, zebras, and gnus all roaming freely.
As you mount your horse and set off on the trail, you will see Giraffes gracefully stretch their necks to nibble on acacia leaves, zebras graze peacefully, and gnus meander in the distance. The proximity to these animals creates an intimate connection with the wildlife, offering a rare opportunity for up-close observations and memorable photographs.
The Great Masai Mara – The Land of the Big cats:
Getting into the world renown Masai Mara national reserve, be prepared to encounter the Maasai people, known for their traditional vibrant culture. The Masai Mara is a wildlife haven, and between July and October you will witness the annual migration of over a million wildebeest, together with zebras and gazelles. It is a natural spectacle that like non other in the natural world. Safari game drives in the sprawling savannah leads to encounters with the mighty lions, african elephants, cheetahs, leopards and thus providing numerous wildlife photography opportunities. The open savannah provides a diversity in the ecosystem thus it is able to accommodate different species of animals and that is why it has one of the highest concentration of wildlife in Africa. You cant afford to miss the Masai Mara on the 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari
Spekes Bay Lake Victoria
Speke’s Bay is a beautiful and historically significant area located on the shores of Lake Victoria in Kenya which we get to explore during the 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari. It is named after John Hanning Speke, a British explorer who first reached Lake Victoria in search of the source of the Nile River, Speke’s Bay offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Speke’s Bay is situated on the eastern shores of Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa and the second-largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area. The bay is part of the larger ecosystem surrounding the lake, characterized by lush vegetation, serene waters, and a diverse array of wildlife. The area around Speke’s Bay is renowned for its stunning scenery. The lake itself stretches out in a vast expanse, often dotted with traditional fishing boats and framed by distant hills and islands. The shoreline features sandy beaches that are ideal for relaxation and enjoying the peaceful ambiance of the lake. Lake Victoria and its surrounding regions are home to a rich variety of wildlife. Birdwatchers can delight in spotting numerous bird species, including fish eagles, kingfishers, and various waterfowl. The lake also supports a thriving fish population, which sustains local communities and contributes to the region’s economy.
Tourism and Activities
Tourism in Speke’s Bay revolves around its natural attractions and cultural experiences. Visitors can engage in activities such as fishing trips, birdwatching tours, and boat rides on the lake. Cultural tours offer insights into the daily lives and traditions of the local Luo communities, who have inhabited the region for centuries. You get to experience this on the 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari
Serengeti National Park –The home of the migration:
On the 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari, the adventure continues as you proceed into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. Spend time amidst the wildlife in the endless plains, witness the untamed beauty of the Tanzanian wilderness. The Serengeti National Park is famous for its massive herds of wildebeest, zebras and antelopes, with predators such as lions and cheetahs never too far off from them. With minimal light pollution night sky here is a canvas of stars, offering a perfect set up for star gazing.
Ngorongoro Crater:
Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a unique ecosystem teeming with wildlife including the critically endangered black rhino. The crater walls provide a natural enclosure and you have a chance of spotting the Big Five which are lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos . The breath taking panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater makes it one of the highlights on the 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari.
Amboseli National Park – The Majestic land of the gentle giants
Back to Kenya on the final leg of 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari . The safari takes you to Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli’s vast plains and swamps are home to large herds of African elephants. The backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest Mountain provides a perfect setting for a wildlife photography safari in Amboseli National Park. Visit the Observation Hill for panoramic view of the entire park, giving you the chance to reflect on the amazing safari through of 13 Days Enchanting Kenya and Tanzania Safari.
Itinerary
Nairobi – Sweetwaters Conservancy
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel at 0730 hrs then drive to Mt Kenya region to arrive Comfort Gardens Hotel where you spend 2 days exploring. Dinner and overnight at the Comfort Gardens Hotel _ optional night game drives to see the nocturnal animals can be arranged at an extra cost.
Sweetwater's is the only sanctuary for rehabilitation in Kenya of these widely abused chimpanzees with two groups living in an environment as close to their natural habitat as possible. The site is also a dedicated black rhino breeding area
It is also where the fastest-growing population of rhinos in Africa can be found.
There are southern white rhinos, about 80 endangered black rhinos and in a special sanctuary there are two of the world’s last remaining northern white rhinos.
Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
Nairobi – Sweetwaters Conservancy
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel at 0730 hrs then drive to Mt Kenya region to arrive Comfort Gardens Hotel where you spend 2 days exploring. Dinner and overnight at the Comfort Gardens Hotel _ optional night game drives to see the nocturnal animals can be arranged at an extra cost.
Sweetwater's is the only sanctuary for rehabilitation in Kenya of these widely abused chimpanzees with two groups living in an environment as close to their natural habitat as possible. The site is also a dedicated black rhino breeding area
It is also where the fastest-growing population of rhinos in Africa can be found.
There are southern white rhinos, about 80 endangered black rhinos and in a special sanctuary there are two of the world’s last remaining northern white rhinos.
Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
We depart the hotel soon after breakfast and proceed to Lake Naivasha. After lunch visit to the winery for experience. Dinner and overnight stay at Lake Naivasha Muthu Country Club
After breakfast we drive to the Masai Mara Game Reserve as you enjoy the scenic views of the Great Rift Valley - Masai Mara game reserve is the northern part of the Serengeti, one of Kenya's most favoured game-viewing areas. The reserve covers 700 square miles of magnificent wilderness. It is the Africa of the imagination; endless reaches of acacia-dotted grasslands studded with hazy hills. Afternoon game drive to see the sundowner as you trail the Big 5 i.e. Lions in large prides, Elephants, buffalos, zebras and numerous plain game.
Full days spent exploring the park in search of the big 5/other predators. Optional hot air balloon safari can be arranged at an extra cost of US$ 450 per person. Dinner and overnight at Lodge/camp
The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures
Meal Plan : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
Full Day spent exploring the great plains
We leave the lodge soon after breakfast and proceed to Tanzania via Isebania Border - proceed to Speke bay lodge where you spend the afternoon fishing or taking a boat ride at an extra cost. Speke Bay Lodge is located on the south- eastern shore of Lake Victoria in Tanzania, East Africa. It is 15 kilometers from the Serengeti National Park. Speke Bay is part of Speke Gulf, named after the famous explorer John Hanning Speke, who, in 1858, discovered Lake Victoria to be the source of the Nile. Embraced by savannah, the Lodge looks like a small village, stretched out along the shores of the lake
Enter Serengeti via Ndabaka gate for a full day game drives. Proceed to central Serengeti national park where you spend the day viewing game at Serengeti plains. Dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Full Day at the Serengeti National Park
Full day game drives to explore the plains. Dinner and overnight stay at Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Serengeti is easily Tanzania’s most famous national park, and it’s also the largest, at 14,763 square kilometres of protected area that borders Kenya’s MasaiMara Game Park It is the Migration for which Serengeti is perhaps most famous. Over a million wildebeest and about 200,000 zebras flow south from the northern hills to the southern plains for the short rains every October and November, and then swirl west and north after the long rains in April, May and June. So strong is the ancient instinct to move that no drought, gorge or crocodile infested river can hold them back. The Wildebeest travel through a variety of parks, reserves and protected areas and through a variety of habitat. Join us to explore the different forms of vegetation and landscapes of the Serengeti ecosystem and meet some of their most fascinating inhabitants
Meal Plan : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning breakfast then leave with picnic lunch for a full day crater tour. You will be taken 2000ft down the crater by a 4wheel drive vehicle, explore the crater before ascending back to the Ngorongoro Farm House for dinner and overnight. The Ngorongoro Crater is often called ‘Africa’s Eden’ and the ‘8th Natural Wonder of the World,’ a visit to the crater is a main drawcard for tourists coming to Tanzania and a definite world-class attraction. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is home of Ngorongoro Crater. Dinner and overnight stay at Ngorongoro Farm House
Meal Plan : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
We leave after an early morning breakfast and drive to the Kenya Tanzania border. After border formalities we head to Amboseli where we do a game drive as we head to the camp. Dinner and overnight stay at Tortilis Camp Amboseli Meal Plan : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we explore the Amboseli National Park. Our itinerary is flexible and we have the option of doing half day game drives and later again in the afternoon after a lunch break.
Amboseli National park is the best place to see big herds of elephant. The swamps attract this magnificent creature that find themselves living in this vast semi- arid ecosystem. The dusty plains also play host to cheetahs and lions amongst the big cats. On early morning game drives, you have a higher chance of seeing the rarer mammals like the honey badger, African wildcat, African civet amongst others. Thus, we always recommend our guests leave camp or lodge at the earliest legal times with packed breakfast to catch the morning serenity. The thought of the beautiful African sunrise in the open plains and breakfast in the wild with enchanting views should be motivation enough to make you jump out of bed early. . In Amboseli conservation area we also have the dry lake Amboseli that offers quit good elephant photography opportunities as well as other herbivores that you may come across in the vast dry lake bed. Amboseli also offer unmatched photography opportunities, the golden light spiced with the dust as the animals move into and out of the swamp in the morning and in the evening, which happens to be their daily migration routine. Dinner and overnight at Tortilis Camp Amboseli
Meal Plan : Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we a game drive as we exit the park and head back to Nairobi. We arrive in Nairobi in the early afternoon where the memorable safari ends Meal Plan : Breakfast