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13-Day The Heart of East Africa Classic Safari​

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$15729 pp (USD)

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Discover the wonders of East Africa on our exclusive luxury safari. From Tanzania’s bird-filled landscapes to the iconic Serengeti, where you’ll witness the majestic big five up close. En route to Kenya, catch sight of Mt. Kilimanjaro before immersing yourself in the vast herds of elephants at Amboseli National Park. Visit Jane Goodall’s Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and the expansive plains of the Masai Mara, where you’ll encounter East Africa’s largest resident black rhino. In just 13 days, experience the very best of East Africa’s natural beauty and wildlife.

Cities & Landmarks

Arusha > Manyara > Ngorongoro > 3 days Serengeti > 2 days Amboseli > 2 days Ol Pejeta > 2 days Masai Mara

Time of Year

All Year Round

Route overview per day
Tour Features
Luxury tour
Experience a Blend of Both Luxury Lodges and Tented Camps
Private tour
You will have a private driver-guide and a dedicated 4x4 safari vehicle, allowing you to travel at your own pace without having to share.
Can start any day
This tour can depart on any date of your choice, but early booking is recommended as accommodation availability may change without notice.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour by simply clicking the "Request a Free Quote" button..
Suitable for solo travelers
You can book this tour for just one person and enjoy a private guide and exclusive 4x4 safari vehicle. Simply check the prices for more details.
Suitable for all ages
This is a family-friendly tour, and children of all ages are welcome on the safari.
Activities & Transportation
Activities
Game Drives, Boat Trip & Nature Hikes/Walks.
Game Drive Vehicles
Pop-up Roof 4x4 Vehicle
How to get around
Getting Around: Pop-Up Roof 4x4 Vehicle
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers, to and from are included in this package.
Accommodation & Meals

The hotel we select comply with our high standards and requirement per category.

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1
Luxury hotel located in or near Arusha (Tanzania)
Dinner
Dinner
2

Escapement Safari Lodge

Luxury tented lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
3

Ngorongoro Serena

Luxury tented lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
4

Nyota Luxury Camp

Luxury camp located inside Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
5

Nyota Luxury Camp

Luxury camp located inside Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
6

Nyota Luxury Camp

Luxury camp located inside Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
7

Amboseli Serena Lodge

Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
8

Amboseli Serena Lodge

Luxury lodge located inside Amboseli NP (Kenya)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
9

Fair Mount Mount Kenya Safari Club

Luxury resort located in or near Nanyuki (Kenya)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
10

Fair Mount Mount Kenya Safari Club

Luxury resort located in or near Nanyuki (Kenya)
Breakfast, Lunch & Lunch
Breakfast, Lunch & Lunch
11

Mara Safari Club

Luxury tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
12

Mara Safari Club

Luxury tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
13

No accommodation (End of tour)

(End of tour)
Breakfast & Lunch
Breakfast & Lunch
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Arrival

(See Getting There for more details)
Airport pickup is included in the price.
If you'd like to add more nights to your trip before or after the tour, we can assist you for an additional cost.
Day 1
Arrive in Arusha
Day 1: Arrived Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, we will pick you up and take you to your first night's stay at the Gran Melia Arusha, situated at the base of Mount Meru, Tanzania's second-highest mountain. This region is famously recognized as the entrance to safari adventures. Once you're settled, meet with your safari expert for a briefing on your upcoming safari experience.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City, Tanzania)

Accommodation:
Luxury hotel located in or near Arusha (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Meals at own expense
Day 2
Lake Manyara National Park
Day 2: Lake Manyara visit and Ngorongoro Crater overnight stay

Start a fun 10-day safari with four nights in Tanzania's Serengeti and five nights in Kenya. First, visit Lake Manyara National Park for a chance to see giraffes, baboons, hippos, elephants, and lots of birds. Then, go to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, filled with about 30,000 big animals. Spend two nights in a lodge on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, with great views, where we'll have a welcome party and dinner.

Main Destination:
Best Time To Visit
June through September (Optimal time for general wildlife observation)
High Season
Throughout most of the year, from July to March (Be prepared for crowds)
Best Weather
June to October (Minimal to no rainfall)
Accommodation:

Escapement Safari Lodge

Luxury tented lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
a group of zebras
Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater
Day 3: Game Drive & a picnic in Ngorongoro Crater

Let’s explore the “Garden of Eden” – the Ngorongoro Crater. It is one of the largest calderas in the world, containing a variety of ecosystems and an astounding concentration of birds and animals. Get comfortable in our custom-built four-wheel-drive vehicles, which provide an excellent mobile viewing platform to encounter massive herds of zebras, wildebeests, and gazelles. Here’s a great opportunity to spot the Big Five – elephant, leopard, lion, buffalo, and rhinoceros. To mark an incredible afternoon, enjoy a picnic like never before, in the middle of a crater.

Main Destination:
Accommodation:

Ngorongoro Serena

Luxury tented lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Serengeti National Park
Day 4: Flight to Serengeti National Park (Included in the Price)