Best of East Africa Group Tour

Tour Details

Join our epic journey through East Africa's iconic safari destinations with our small-group Best of East Africa Tour. Explore the diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife of Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the world-famous Masai Mara in Kenya. Then venture into Tanzania to witness the Serengeti's vast plains, the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, and the tranquil shores of Lake Victoria. Tailored for nature enthusiasts and adventure-seekers, this tour combines incredible wildlife encounters with enriching cultural experiences, making it the ultimate East African safari adventure.

Highlights

• Explore the Best of Kenya and Tanzania in Two Weeks: Witness Africa's iconic safari destinations in one expertly crafted itinerary.
• One Night in Amboseli National Park: Spot large elephant herds and other wildlife against the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
• One Night at Lake Naivasha, Kenya: Relax by the freshwater lake, home to hippos, exotic birdlife, and optional boat safaris.
• One Night at Lake Nakuru, Kenya: Experience one of Kenya's best spots for rhino sightings and see thousands of flamingos along the lake.
• Two Nights in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya: Witness thrilling game drives and, if timed right, the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration.
• One Night at Lake Victoria, Tanzania: Discover Africa's largest lake with serene views and cultural experiences.
• Two Nights in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania: Enjoy world-class wildlife viewing in the heart of Tanzania's most famous national park.
• One Night at Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania: Explore the world's largest intact caldera, rich with a dense concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five.
• Deluxe Four-Star Accommodation Throughout: Rest and recharge in luxurious, carefully selected lodges and safari camps.
• Cultural Tour of Mto Wa Mbu: Support local communities at Lake Manyara while immersing yourself in East Africa's vibrant cultures, languages, and traditions.

 

Detailed Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary for the Best of East Africa Group Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where your safari adventure begins.
Meet your professional safari guide, who will transfer you to your comfortable overnight accommodation in Nairobi.
Relax and prepare for the journey ahead while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Kenya’s capital city.
Overnight: Nairobi (Bed & Breakfast).

Day 2: Amboseli National Park Adventure

After an early breakfast, travel to Amboseli National Park, famous for its views of Mount Kilimanjaro, large elephant herds and diverse landscapes.
Explore Amboseli's savannahs, wetlands, and woodlands, on foot and game drives.
Capture iconic photographs of elephants against the majestic snow-capped backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Overnight: Amboseli (Full Board).

wildlife to spot

Elephants, lions, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, hyenas and a variety of antelope and bird species.

Day 3: Lake Naivasha – Great Rift Valley

• Drive to Lake Naivasha a yellow-barked, fever-tree-lined ancient freshwater lake set against the purple, volcanic complex backdrop of Ol Doinyo Eburru in the Great Rift Valley.

Overnight: Lake Naivasha (Full Board).

wildlife to spot

African Fish Eagles, Herons, Jacanas, Cormorants, Pelicans, enormous pods of hippos and zebra, buffalo, giraffe, hartebeest and waterbuck.

Day 4:Lake Nakuru National Park – Great Rift Valley

Explore Lake Nakuru, known for its enormous flamingo populations and efforts to protect endangered rhinos.
Morning and afternoon game drives in search of wildlife amidst acacia woodlands and grassy floodplains.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru (Full Board).

Wildlife to spot:

White and black rhinos, lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, greater and lesser flamingos and other waterbirds.

Days 5 and 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Journey to Kenya's most iconic safari destination, the Masai Mara.
Morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara's vast savannahs, home to the Big Five and numerous other species.
If travelling between August and September, witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, including dramatic river crossings.
Overnight: Masai Mara (Full Board).

wildlife to spot

Lion, cheetah, crocodile, elephant, leopard, buffalo, hyena, black-backed and side-striped jackal, giraffe, hippo, Thompson's and Grant's gazelle, waterbuck, warthog, topi, eland, oribi, reedbuck, over 400 bird species and large numbers of wildebeest and zebra.

Day 7: Lake Victoria – Africa's Largest Lake

Cross the Isebania border into Tanzania and visit the shores of Lake Victoria, the source of the longest branch of the Nile River and the White Nile.
Overnight: Lake Victoria (Full Board).

Days 8 and 9: Serengeti National Park

Explore Serengeti National Park, renowned for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife and Great Migration, the annual migration of over a million wildebeest and other plains game.
Game drives over vast plains, occasionally interrupted by granite outcrops and scattered acacia woodlands here and there, in search of predators like lions and leopards, as well as massive herds of wildebeest.
Overnight: Central Serengeti (Full Board).

wildlife to spot

Big cats, hyenas, elephants, wildebeest, zebra, gazelle, topi, buffalo, hartebeest and over 500 bird species.

Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in one of the most biodiverse areas in Africa.
Explore the crater's montane forests, grasslands, acacia forests, soda lake and swamps which provide refuge for a wide range of birds and animals, including the Big Five and large herds of wildebeest and zebra.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Highlands (Full Board).

Wildlife to spot:

Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino and large concentrations of wildebeest and zebra.

 

Day 11: Lake Manyara Community Initiative

Enjoy a walking tour of Mto Wa Mbu village, where you’ll experience local culture and cuisine.
Visit the village market, a banana beer brewery, a school and a church.
Interact with local farmers, artisans and craftsmen before preparing an authentic, home-cooked African meal with locals.
Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for onward travel.
Includes: Breakfast and lunch.

Optional extension: Zanzibar

Add a Zanzibar beach extension for a relaxing end to your East African adventure.

Optional activities and excursions:
Maasai village tour
Hot air balloon safari over Amboseli, Masai Mara and Serengeti
Lake Naivasha boat tour
Olduvai Gorge tour
Night drive at Lake Manyara National Park
Please note: The optional add-on activities listed above are not included in the price of this tour and cost extra. They also need to be booked in advance.

Scheduled, Small Group Tour
Our Best of East Africa Group Tour is a scheduled, small-group safari, guaranteed to depart with two guests minimum. To guarantee everyone has a window seat, the maximum number per group is seven. Airport transfers are as per the itinerary. Day 1 of the itinerary includes an airport pick-up, and Day 11 an airport drop-off. If you arrive earlier and/or leave later as per the itinerary, extra charges for airport transfers apply.

2025 Departure Dates
1 June and 15 June 2025
6 July and 20 July 2025
3 August, 16 August and 31 August 2025
14 September 2025
5 October and 19 October 2025
2 November and 16 November 2025
7 December and 21 December 2025

2026 Departure Dates
2 January, 16 January and 30 January 2026
13 February 2026
6 March and 20 March 2026
3 April and 17 April 2026
1 May and 15 May 2026
5 June and 19 June 2026
3 July, 17 July and 31 July 2026
14 August 2026
4 September and 18 September 2026
2 October and 16 October 2026
6 November and 13 November 2026
4 December and 29 December 2026