Trip Info
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Pre-tour and post-tour accommodation can also be arranged at supplementary charges
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Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & minivan
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Mid-range, private tour
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Meals are included
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Can start any day
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Starts in Nairobi and ends in Arusha
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English
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Overview
This tour will cover the best parks in the both Kenya and Tanzania and will cross the boarder crossing in seven days to ensure that you have an sink time to see the beauty in the countas wild. The main attractions such as the Big Five are also readily visible on this tour. there are few black rhinos in Ngorongoro but there are many in Nakuru.
Highlights
- Mid-range tour
- Private tour
- Can start any day
- Can be customized
- Suitable for solo travelers and groups alike
Itinerary
The arrival will be received at the Nairobi airport or from your hotel in Nairobi city. Take a ride to the Lake Nakuru National Park observing wildlife on our way to the Sarova Lion Hill for lunch. In the afternoon, you will go out for a game drive.
Lake Nakuru is an example of Ramsar Bird Site which was established for the conservation of the black and white Rhino. It is also home to over 450 species of birds some of which include the lesser and the greater flamingos, pelicans, African fish eagles and many more. It is also within this park that you get to experience a game drive to the famous lake Nakuru where one gets to see the big five of lion, leopard, rhino, and buffalo. Dinner and overnight will be at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
When to goJune to February (Drier weather and ideal for wildlife watching)
High SeasonJuly – February (A lot of people visit the park)
Best WeatherJune to February (Little rainfall)
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
Giraffe, White Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra, Hippo, Black Rhino, Lion, Leopard, Hyena, Elephant, Cheetah, Wildebeest, Wild Dog
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
- This is a mid-range lodge based within the precincts of the Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya.
Meals & Drinks:
- Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
The next day after breakfast, proceed further southwards and to the Mara across the Great Rift Valley floor with a stop at the home town of the Maasai stock bauds of Narok. Transfer to the Maasai Mara and have lunch at the Mara Sopa Lodge. Take an evening game drive to the plains of Mara in search of mane lions, cheetahs, leopards and many other herbivores especially during the migration of wildebeests from July to September. Dinner and overnight are at Mara Simba Lodge, a two tented unit lodge which combines traditional Maasai architecture with luxurious finishing.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
General wildlife viewing is possible from June to October, while to witness the wildebeest migration, the best time is between August and October.
High SeasonJune to October and December to March
Best WeatherJune to October (Sunny, but not too hot)
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Cheetah, Zebra, Wildebeest
Accommodation:
Mara Simba Lodge
- It is a mid-range lodge situated inside the Masai NR Mara in Kenya.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Spend a whole day in the Masai Mara undertaking a full day of safari. This day is engaged into early morning game viewing, mid morning or afternoon game viewing or a full day game viewing. A stop at a local Maasai village or balloon safari may be arranged locally. Breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as accommodation are at Mara Simba Lodge.
Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Mara Simba Lodge
- It is a mid-range lodge situated inside the Masai NR Mara in Kenya.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Go on an early morning game drive followed by breakfast in the lodge. Next, proceed to Isebania border where you will do your documentation and change from the Kenyan vehicle to the Tanzanian one. You will be met by your Tanzanian driver guides and have an en-route game drive to Serengeti to reach Serengeti Tortilis Camp for lunch, dinner and an overnight stay.
Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
When to goJanuary and February, June to October (Some places are more ideal for visiting at these periods than others)
Seronera Area High Season: July to March (The)
Best WeatherJune to October (Little to no rainfall)
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
Elephant, Lion, Cheetah, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest
Accommodation:
Serengeti Tortilis Camp
- A moderately priced camp with tented accommodation situated in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
The whole day shall be spent on a game drive in Serengeti National Park. While during short rain season in November and December the herds shift from the hills in north to the plains in the south, and during the long rain season in April to June the herds move back to the north. This circle of life is dictated by the rainfall, while the positions of the herds may shift season to season, your guide will find the animals and where exactly they are best viewed.
This can be done through visiting the Serengeti Visitor Centre. This website will provide you with more information regarding the history of the park and the research conducted by the Frankfurter Zoological Society. You will spend another night in Serengeti Tortilis Camp.
Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Serengeti Tortilis Camp
- A moderately priced camp with tented accommodation situated in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Following breakfast, you will go on with the Tanzania wildlife safari in the Serengeti National Park. At Seronera Valley you can stand a chance to watch a predator hunting as animals flock by the waters during the dry season. In the afternoon you will drive slowly to the Ngorongoro Crater after having had lunch at a picnic spot.
When you at the bottom of the crater you will get very beautiful view of the caldera. It occupies an area of about 20km in diameter and is part of the UNESCO-protected area with more than 20,000 residents. You will spend one night at the Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp which is located at the edge of the crater where you get to see an excellent sunset.
Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
When to Go: June to October (Especially for the wildlife)
High SeasonMost of the year – July to March (Many tourists)
ClimateThe best time to visit the park is during summer from June to October when there is little to no rainfall.
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
Black Rhino, Lion, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest, Hyena
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp
- Semipermanent mid-range luxury tented village located within 1 hour driving distance from Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Rise and shine! Again after breakfast, you are required to drive to the crater, down the slopy roads. Ngorongoro Crater is the largest, unbroken and unfolded caldera that is filled with diverse wildlife. Here you will also have a chance to see the black rhino and other appearances of the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard. There are also other animals that live in the crater and include hyenas, waterbucks, bushbucks, elands and over 500 bird species.
After an exhilarating game drive and a scrumptious packed lunch, you will retreat from the caldera early in the afternoon back to Arusha.
End of our service.
Main Destination:
Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of tour
- Extra bedding or an extra room can be provided at a nominal charge.
- You will be dropped off at the airport.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- • Park fees (For non-residents)
- • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- • A professional driver/guide
- • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- • All Taxes/VAT
- • Roundtrip airport transfer
- • Meals: (As listed under day-by-day below)
- • Drinking water (On all days)
Cost Excludes
- • International flights (From/to home)
- • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- • TSA ir SO: Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa costs, and so on.
- • Government imposed increase of taxes and or park fees
FAQs
7 Days Flavour Tanzania & Kenya is a holiday itinerary that gives you the best of the two Destination that include Tanzania & Kenya by taking you through the flavorful Festival, Culture and Nature. This itinerary is perfect for a traveler who desires to taste various culinary options of east Africa including the Swahili cuisine and wildlife interaction. Some of the activities undertaken include; Market and local cuisine as well as cultural encounters with Tanzanian and Kenyan people.
The 7-Day Combo Flavour Tanzania & Kenya makes it rather unique because it focuses on food, culture, and fun. Unlike other savannah tours, it does not only visit Tanzania and Kenya to explore their beautiful nature, but also to taste their cuisine. You will get the opportunity to enjoy traditional meals like grilled meat or Nyama Choma in Kenya and boiled stiff porridge or Ugali with fish from Lake Victoria in Tanzania as well as visit the most famous places such as Serengeti, Maasai Mara, and the spice island of Zanzibar.
The 7-Day Combo Flavour Tanzania & Kenya itinerary is well-coordinated to include both Tanzania and Kenya to ensure a properly balanced itinerary. Some of the popular attractions in Tanzania may include Arusha, the Serengeti National Park, Zanzibar and the Ngorongoro crater. Some of the main travel destinations for travelers in Kenya include Nairobi area, Maasai Mara National Reserve, and the coast. Made up of a blend of cultural citizens and numerous historical sites, every area to tour in Tanzania and Kenya provides exotic and scrumptious meals to eat.
While on the 7-Day Combo Flavour Tanzania & Kenya, you will be able to take different local cuisines in East Africa. Tanzania offers both traditional and international cuisines where you can find Pilau (spiced rice), Mshikaki (grilled meat skewers) and seafood from Zanzibar. Some dishes that are known to be popular in Kenya include Sukuma wiki which is common collard green, Chapati and one all time favourite, Nyama Choma (grilled meat). It also allows for spice farm visits, local markets and cultural themed meals to learn more about the ingredients and preparation methods used in Tanzanian and Kenyan dishes.
Yes! The 7-Day Combo Flavour Tanzania & Kenya is perfect for foodies, adventurers, and culture vultures. This tour can be taken by one person, couples or a large number of people since there is something for everyone. It offers a combination of food, wildlife, and cultural encounters; therefore, it is suitable for travellers looking to have a taste of the best of both Tanzania and Kenya in a limited time. The tour can meet special dietary requirements and requests in advance.
Regarding clothing and other accessories for the 7-Day Combo Flavour Tanzania & Kenya, it is advisable to pack light and casual wear as the climate is relatively hot, and comfortable shoes for walking and shopping around the markets. A good camera is imperative in capturing moments in the natural scenery of Tanzania and the delicious meals in Kenya. Some other essentials include sunscreen, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle. When traveling to places like Zanzibar or Mombasa depending on the closeness to the beach, you should pack some swimming trunks and other beach needs. Finally, don’t forget your travel documents such as passport, Passport Photos, Visa of Tanzania and Kenya, and any vaccination.
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