This 15-day Kenya & Tanzania safari has been carefully designed with the help of experienced travelers to give visitors the best safari experience in East Africa. Travelers on this journey will enjoy the most exciting wildlife activities and have the chance to see rare species in their natural habitats.
You will explore some of the most famous and remote wilderness areas in Kenya and Tanzania, home to the Big Five animals and many other fascinating creatures. A professional guide will be with you throughout the trip to ensure your safety and share detailed information about every attraction you visit.
15-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Highlights Summary
- Experience a complete 15-day Kenya & Tanzania safari
- Visit top wildlife parks including Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Tarangire
- See the Big Five animals and take part in game drives, boat cruises, and balloon safaris
- Enjoy cultural visits with the Masai people in Kenya and Tanzania
- Relax in Zanzibar with beach activities, dhow cruises, and dolphin swimming
- Stay in comfortable lodges and enjoy expert guiding throughout your journey
Brief 15-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Itinerary
- Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru via Naivasha
- Day 2: Game drive and boat cruise
- Day 3: Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
- Day 4: Balloon safari and game drive
- Day 5: Game drive and Masai village tour
- Day 6: Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park
- Day 7: Full-day game drive and Masai culture visit in Serengeti
- Day 8: Drive to Ngorongoro Crater, half-day game drive
- Day 9: Full-day safari in Ngorongoro Crater floor
- Day 10: Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park
- Day 11: Tarangire National Park game drive
- Day 12: Transfer to Arusha, flight to Zanzibar
- Day 13: Old Slave Market visit and kite surfing
- Day 14: Stone Town tour and dhow cruise
- Day 15: Swim with dolphins and departure
Detailed 15-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru via Naivasha
Your guide will pick you up from the Nairobi airport for the drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. On the way, stop at Lake Naivasha for a short tour and bird watching. You may see species like the African finfoot, marabou stork, great blue turaco, saddle-billed stork, and black bee-eater. Continue to Lake Nakuru, check in at your lodge, and enjoy lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing as you admire views of the park. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 2: Game Drive and Boat Cruise
After an early breakfast, go for a guided morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park. Look out for Grant’s gazelles, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and impalas. Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Nakuru to see thousands of flamingos and other birds such as ground hornbills and long-crested eagles. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 3: Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, drive to Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes about five hours with beautiful scenery along the way. Check in at your lodge and relax for the rest of the day while enjoying views of the vast plains. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 4: Balloon Safari and Game Drive
Wake up early for a balloon safari over the Masai Mara plains. Enjoy views of wildlife and the morning sunrise over the savannah. You might see wildebeests, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. After the flight, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, go for a game drive in Lemek Conservancy to spot wildebeests, hyenas, warthogs, elephants, leopards, and black rhinos. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 5: Game Drive and Masai Village Tour
Have breakfast and head out for another game drive to see animals during their morning activity. Look out for big cats and grazing herds across the plains. Return to the lodge for lunch and some rest. In the afternoon, visit a nearby Masai village to learn about their culture, dances, traditions, and lifestyle. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive south across the border into Tanzania to Serengeti National Park. The drive takes about three and a half hours. Upon arrival, explore the northern Serengeti, known for the Big Five and large herds of wildebeests. Have lunch at your lodge, then go for an afternoon birding activity to see crowned cranes, African jacanas, and ground hornbills. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 7: Full-Day Game Drive and Masai Culture Tour in Serengeti
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Serengeti National Park. Visit the central and southern areas where you may see waterbucks, gazelles, jackals, zebras, leopards, and warthogs. Lunch will be served at the lodge. In the afternoon, continue exploring and later visit a local Masai community to experience their music, dances, and way of life. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 8: Drive to Ngorongoro Crater – Half-Day Game Drive
Have breakfast and drive to Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations. On arrival, enjoy a half-day game drive to see gazelles, hyenas, buffaloes, baboons, and hippos. Return to your lodge for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing while enjoying views of the crater.
Day 9: Full-Day Safari in Ngorongoro Crater Floor
After breakfast, descend into the crater for a full-day safari. Look out for black rhinos, elephants, lions, leopards, wildebeests, and zebras. Enjoy a picnic lunch and continue exploring in the afternoon. Visit the crater rim in the evening for beautiful views and photos before returning to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Day 10: Game Drive in Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park. On arrival, enjoy a game drive through the park’s grasslands and forests. You may see elephants, giraffes, and tree-climbing lions. Have lunch at the lodge, then go for another short afternoon game drive before returning for dinner and overnight.
Day 11: Tarangire National Park Game Drive
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephants and baobab trees. On arrival, check in at your lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive to see elephants, buffaloes, lions, and antelopes. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 12: Transfer to Arusha – Flight to Zanzibar
Have breakfast, then drive to Arusha for your flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, check in at your hotel and have lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach and enjoying ocean views. Dinner and overnight at your Zanzibar hotel.
Day 13: Old Slave Market and Kite Surfing
After breakfast, visit the Old Slave Market in Stone Town to learn about Zanzibar’s history and the slave trade. Explore the site, take photos, and listen to historical stories. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon of kite surfing in the ocean before returning to your hotel for dinner and rest.
Day 14: Stone Town Tour and Dhow Cruise
After breakfast, explore Stone Town with your guide. Visit local markets, meet the fishermen, and learn about traditional life on the island. You can also buy souvenirs. After lunch, take a dhow cruise along the coast to enjoy the ocean breeze and scenic views. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 15: Swim with Dolphins and Departure
After breakfast, enjoy swimming with dolphins in the warm Indian Ocean — a memorable experience to end your trip. Later, return to the hotel, pack your belongings, and transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your departure flight.
