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Experience a 13-day Kenya Tanzania Big Five safari through Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro with exceptional wildlife viewing.
13 Days | Kenya & Tanzania | Nairobi to Arusha | Big Five & Wildlife Safari
The 13 Day Ultimate Kenya–Tanzania Big Five Safari is an exceptional East Africa safari designed for travelers who want to experience some of the region’s finest wildlife destinations in one carefully planned journey.
Starting in Nairobi, this safari travels through Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before ending in Arusha. Along the way, you will encounter some of Africa’s most famous wildlife habitats, from rhino conservation areas and open savannahs to the vast plains of the Serengeti and the enclosed ecosystem of Ngorongoro Crater.
The itinerary is particularly well suited to first-time safari travelers, wildlife photographers, families, couples and serious wildlife enthusiasts who want to maximize their opportunities to see the Big Five while experiencing the contrasting landscapes of Kenya and Tanzania.
Rather than rushing between numerous destinations, the safari allows several full days in the Maasai Mara and Serengeti, giving your guide time to follow wildlife activity and seasonal movements.
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will be met by a Horizon Explorer Africa Safaris representative and transferred to your Nairobi hotel.After your international journey, the remainder of the day is free to relax and prepare for your safari.If your arrival time allows, optional Nairobi experiences can be arranged, including a visit to Nairobi National Park, the Giraffe Centre or Karen Blixen Museum.Overnight: Nairobi
After breakfast, leave Nairobi and travel north through Kenya's scenic central highlands toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy.Located near the foothills of Mount Kenya, Ol Pejeta combines outstanding wildlife viewing with important conservation initiatives.After lunch, enjoy your first game drive.The conservancy is home to:Black rhinos White rhinos Lions Elephants Buffalo Giraffes Zebras AntelopesOvernight: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Today is dedicated to exploring Ol Pejeta.Enjoy extended game drives across the conservancy while learning about its wildlife protection and conservation programs.A highlight is the opportunity to visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, which provides a home for rescued chimpanzees.You will also have excellent opportunities to search for both black and white rhinos.Your guide will tailor the day's route according to wildlife activity and your interests.Overnight: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, depart Ol Pejeta and travel south toward the Great Rift Valley and Lake Nakuru National Park.After arriving and having lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive.Lake Nakuru is an important rhino conservation area and supports a variety of wildlife.Possible sightings include:Black and white rhinos Rothschild's giraffes Buffalo Zebras Waterbucks Lions LeopardsThe lake and surrounding habitats also attract a wide variety of bird species. Flamingo numbers vary depending on water conditions and food availability.Overnight: Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, leave Lake Nakuru and continue through the Great Rift Valley toward the Maasai Mara National Reserve.Arrive in time for lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive.The Maasai Mara is one of Kenya's most productive wildlife areas, with abundant prey supporting large populations of lions, cheetahs, leopards and other predators.Overnight: Maasai Mara
Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara.An early morning game drive offers excellent opportunities to observe predators when they are most active, followed by continued exploration across the reserve.Depending on the season and location of the herds, you may also encounter wildebeest and zebra associated with the Great Migration.Wildlife may include:Lions Leopards Cheetahs Elephants Buffalo Rhinos Hippos Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest HyenasA picnic lunch can be arranged to maximize time inside the reserve.Overnight: Maasai Mara
Enjoy another full day in the Maasai Mara.Having additional time in the reserve allows your guide to explore different areas rather than simply following a fixed route.The day's focus can be adapted around recent sightings, weather conditions and seasonal wildlife movements.For photographers, this provides additional opportunities to capture predators, elephants, landscapes and dramatic African sunsets.Optional: Sunrise hot-air balloon safari followed by a bush breakfast.Overnight: Maasai Mara
After breakfast, depart Maasai Mara and travel toward the Isebania border between Kenya and Tanzania.After completing immigration and customs formalities, continue into Tanzania and proceed toward Serengeti National Park.Depending on the border crossing and road conditions, this is primarily a transfer day, with wildlife viewing possible as you approach the Serengeti ecosystem.Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Wake up in one of Africa's most famous wildlife ecosystems.Spend the entire day exploring Serengeti National Park, following wildlife activity across the plains and woodland areas.The Serengeti is renowned for its predator populations and forms the largest part of the ecosystem through which the Great Migration moves.Wildlife may include:Lions Leopards Cheetahs Elephants Buffalo Wildebeest Zebras Hyenas Giraffes HipposYour guide will adjust the game-drive route according to wildlife movements and the time of year.Overnight: Serengeti
Continue exploring Serengeti with another full day of game viewing.The additional time allows you to search different habitats and increases the opportunity for memorable predator encounters.Depending on the season, you may encounter large concentrations of wildebeest and zebra, especially when migration herds are moving through your chosen region.This is also an excellent day for wildlife photography.Overnight: Serengeti
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive as you leave Serengeti.Continue toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through spectacular highland scenery.Arrive at your lodge near the crater rim and enjoy views across the surrounding landscape.The remainder of the day is free to relax.Overnight: Ngorongoro
Descend early into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day wildlife safari.The crater's enclosed landscape supports a remarkable concentration of wildlife and offers excellent opportunities to see several of the Big Five in a relatively compact area.Possible sightings include:Black rhinos Lions Elephants Buffalo Hippos Hyenas Zebras Wildebeest Flamingos and other birdlifeEnjoy a picnic lunch during the day's safari before ascending from the crater later in the afternoon.Overnight: Ngorongoro
After breakfast, leave the Ngorongoro area and travel toward Arusha.Depending on your onward travel arrangements, you can be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha Airport or your hotel in Arusha.Your 13-day Kenya and Tanzania Big Five safari ends here.End of Safari
The dry season generally provides excellent wildlife viewing conditions, with animals often easier to spot around remaining water sources.
This is a popular period for travelers interested in the Great Migration, particularly in the Maasai Mara and northern Serengeti. Exact herd locations vary from year to year.
These months can provide excellent predator viewing, lush scenery and opportunities to see the migration in parts of the Serengeti ecosystem.
From rhinos in Ol Pejeta to lions in the Maasai Mara, the endless plains of Serengeti and the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, this 13-day Kenya–Tanzania safari brings together some of East Africa’s most rewarding wildlife experiences.
Contact Horizon Explorer Africa Safaris to customize your safari dates, accommodation level and travel arrangements.
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