20 Day Classic Grand Kenya & Tanzania Expedition

Main Destination: Meru National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation: Ikweta Safari Camp

Your journey begins with a sunrise breakfast that propels you out of Nairobi’s bustle and into the wild heart of Meru. This dramatic drive unveils Kenya's diverse landscapes. Arrive at Meru—immortalized by Born Free—and after a leisurely lunch, embark on your first wild hike: a sensory immersion among rugged vistas and hidden wildlife. As evening falls, dine under a canopy of stars, serenaded by Meru’s nocturnal symphony.

Best Time: June–October | High Season: Dec–Mar & Jul–Oct

Main Destination: Meru National Park
Accommodation: Ikweta Safari Camp

Wake to a sky alive with dawn chorus. With binoculars in hand, you’ll explore sparkling waterways and golden valleys. Expect intimate sightings of elephants, lions, and the rare Grevy’s zebra. After a midday breather, return for an afternoon safari as the sun casts dramatic shades across this sanctuary.

Main Destination: Samburu National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge

Transition from the lush wilderness of Meru to Samburu’s otherworldly, arid charm. Check into your lodge overlooking the Ewaso Ng’iro River, then dive into your first game drive chasing Samburu’s “Special Five”: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, and Beisa oryx.

Best Time: Jun–Sep & Jan–Feb | High Season: Dec–Mar & Jul–Oct

Main Destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge

Sunrise game drive through ancient riverbanks reveals hidden watering holes—and the elusive predators that wait there. By late afternoon, light softens, shadows form, and wildlife glimmers in quiet glory. Return for tribal stories under a velvet sky.

Main Destination: Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau, Kenya)
Accommodation: Rhino Watch Safari Lodge

Journey to Ol Pejeta—a sanctuary at Mount Kenya’s base. See endangered northern white rhinos and playful chimpanzees in the morning; then, in the afternoon, learn about groundbreaking conservation at the famous chimp sanctuary and rhino habitat.

Main Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge

Arrive at Lake Nakuru, where shimmering flocks of pink flamingos crowd the soda shores. Wander trails alive with rhinos and Rothschild’s giraffes. The melting palette of bird life and lake shall nourish every camera frame.

Main Destination: Lake Naivasha (Kenya)
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

Switch from the wild to the gentle. Cruise on Lake Naivasha among hippos, snap brilliant birdlife, walk Crescent Island among grazing wildlife, or simply unwind by calming waters. It’s a welcome rhythm shift in your expedition.

Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation: Mara Elatia Camp

Drive into the legendary Masai Mara: rolling savannas, acacia forests, and wildlife aplenty. Savor a midday feast at camp, then plunge into your first Mara game drive—spotting the Big Five across sweeping grasslands.

Best Time: Jun–Oct (peak for wildebeest migration) | High Season: Jun–Oct, Dec–Mar

Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Mara Elatia Camp

A full day safari with two game drives—morning heat chasing predators to action, and afternoon light painting golden plains. Picnic under open skies, and return to camp for a sunset that leaves photographers breathless.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Enkirari Wilderness Camp

Cross into Tanzania, stopping optionally at a Maasai village to witness ancient traditions. Continue into the Serengeti’s endless plains. Enjoy your late afternoon game drive amid migrating herds.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Enkirari Wilderness Camp

Lose yourself in the rhythms of Serengeti. Two game drives flank a time of leisure—poolside or lodge-side—capturing lions, elephants, wildebeest, and more in this teeming ecosystem.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Crater Forest Tented Camp

Standing on the crater rim, you face the contrasting landscapes below: arid north, lush south. Descend to these dynamic ecozones with game viewing, hippo pools, and elephant spotting. Ascend again for a final sunset above the crater.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge

Depart Ngorongoro for Tarangire. Arrive to landscapes dominated by ancient baobabs and elephant herds. The afternoon game drive celebrates the park’s animal diversity.

Main Destination: Lake Manyara & Tarangire (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge

If wildlife whispered to you, prepare for it to speak today. Morning sees the flamingo shores and tree-climbing lions of Manyara; afternoon deepens your Tarangire experience with massive elephant interactions.

Main Destination: Moshi (Tanzania)
Accommodation: Chanya Lodge

Drive to Moshi, basecamp of Kilimanjaro's foothills. Hike to the breathtaking Materuni Waterfall*—cascading nearly 70 m—through lush coffee and banana farms. Cool off in the plunge pool and connect with Chagga culture before returning to your lodge.

Main Destination: Amboseli National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge

Cross the border and arrive in Amboseli with Kilimanjaro as your dramatic backdrop. After a bush lunch, game drive through wetlands, plains, and acacias. Expect large elephant migrations and a horizon dominated by Africa’s highest peak.

Main Destination: Amboseli National Park
Accommodation: Amboseli Sopa Lodge

Spend a full day with Amboseli’s giants. Morning drive brings vibrant sunrise silhouettes against Kili; afternoon brings conservation insights at the Amboseli Elephant Research Project.

Main Destination: Tsavo West National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation: Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa

Journey through volcanic terrain to Tsavo West. Explore lava flows, Mzima Springs, hippo pools, and rugged bushfront wilderness. Dramatic landscapes accompany thrilling game drives.

Main Destination: Tsavo East National Park (Kenya)
Accommodation: Ashnil Aruba Lodge

Cross into Tsavo East—land of dusty red elephants and sweeping savannahs. Your afternoon game drive follows the Galana River, encountering buffalo herds, leopards, and pride of lions at dusk.

Main Destination: Mombasa (Kenya)
Accommodation: None (End of Tour)

Conclude your expedition with a final scenic safari en route to Mombasa. Arrive by lunch, assisted onward to your hotel or Moi International Airport. Reflect on 20 days of epic wilderness, thrilling wildlife, and cultural richness.