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Operated by G Adventures

Kenya & Tanzania Overland Adventure

From
Price on request
Duration
16 days
Countries
Tanzania, Kenya
Activity
easy

The adventure

For those who want it all, this 16-day adventure offers the promise of Kenya and Tanzania's best wilderness as well as plenty of time at Zanzibar's beaches. Track the Big Five across the acacia-spotted savannah of the Serengeti and the legendary plains of Masai Mara. Our unique overland adventure vehicle (OAV) will carry you through the incredible scenery safely and in good spirits – and camping will keep you at the heart of the action. This trip is a once-in-a-lifetime experience like no other.

At a glance

Duration
16 days
Route
Nairobi → Stone Town
Countries
Tanzania, Kenya
Activity level
easy
Style
Beach & Islands, Culture & History, National Parks & Wilderness, Overland & Road Trips, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

A herd of zebras grazing in the Serengeti plains of Tanzania under a bright sky.
Your journey through

Tanzania & Kenya

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time.
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Set off on a wildlife safari drive…NairobiTravel north from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley stopping at Lake Nakuru National Park, home to a vast variety of birdlife. Camp outside of Nakuru town and within the Lake Nakuru NP, the area’s principal highlight and best natural attraction.
Maasai dancers in traditional attire performing in Nairobi, Kenya. Vibrant cultural expression.Nairobi
Travel north from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley stopping at Lake Nakuru National Park, home to a vast variety of birdlife. Camp outside of Nakuru town and within the Lake Nakuru NP, the area’s principal highlight and best natural attraction.
Map showing Nairobi
Day 3Stop off at the beautiful Lake Naivasha en…Travel to beautiful Lake Naivasha for an included hippo-spotting boat ride before lunch. Continue to the lands of the Masai people and be welcomed into a community by our local Masai guide and his villagers. Our camp site allows us not to infringe upon the village, while still allowing for meaningful interaction with these proud people and their territory.
Travel to beautiful Lake Naivasha for an included hippo-spotting boat ride before lunch. Continue to the lands of the Masai people and be welcomed into a community by our local Masai guide and his villagers. Our camp site allows us not to infringe upon the village, while still allowing for meaningful interaction with these proud people and their territory.
Day 4Tour an authentic Masai settlement to learn about…With its vast open plains and distinctive flat-topped acacia trees, no visit to Kenya would be complete without a visit to the Masai Mara. Spend time wildlife viewing in our overland adventure vehicle (OAV), with excellent chances of seeing the Big Five - lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino. Marvel at gazelles, impala, and ostrich from wonderful vistas along the Esoit Oloololo Escarpment.
With its vast open plains and distinctive flat-topped acacia trees, no visit to Kenya would be complete without a visit to the Masai Mara. Spend time wildlife viewing in our overland adventure vehicle (OAV), with excellent chances of seeing the Big Five - lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino. Marvel at gazelles, impala, and ostrich from wonderful vistas along the Esoit Oloololo Escarpment.
Day 5Enjoy wildlife safari drives in the overland adventure…
Enjoy wildlife safari drives in the overland adventure vehicle (OAV) in search of the Big Five.
Day 6Enjoy a morning wildlife safari driveNairobi
Maasai dancers in traditional attire performing in Nairobi, Kenya. Vibrant cultural expression.Nairobi
Enjoy a morning wildlife safari drive, then travel through the land of the Masai people to Nairobi.
Map showing Nairobi
Day 7Travel south and cross the border into Tanzania
Travel south and cross the border into Tanzania.
Day 8Visit Mto wa Mbu village to enjoy…
Visit Mto wa Mbu village to enjoy a local lunch and cultural experience with the town's villagers. After lunch, continue on to visit a Masai village to learn about the Masai people and the G Adventures-supported Clean Cookstove project. Meet the local women engineers who have installed clean cookstoves throughout these communities.
Day 9Enjoy a wildlife safari drive en route…Serengeti
A solitary wildebeest stands in the vast Serengeti grasslands, captured in natural daylight.Serengeti
Enjoy a wildlife safari drive en route to the central Serengeti. Spend the night at a basic bush camp and enjoy the starry African skies.
Map showing Serengeti
Day 10Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive…Serengeti
A herd of wildebeest and zebras grazing in the Maasai Mara, Kenya.Serengeti
Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive in the safari vehicle. Opt for a morning hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti.
Map showing Serengeti
Day 11Set off on a wildlife safari drive…Serengeti
A serene scene of zebras grazing in a vast African savannah, showcasing wildlife harmony.Serengeti
Set off on a wildlife safari drive on the way out of the Serengeti. Camp on the Ngorongoro Crater's rim.
Map showing Serengeti
Day 12Wildlife safari drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, then return to Arusha
Wildlife safari drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, then return to Arusha.
Day 13Fly to the beautiful island of Zanzibar and transfer to the hotel
Fly to the beautiful island of Zanzibar and transfer to the hotel.
Day 14Enjoy an orientation walk with your CEO…Stone Town
Paved narrow street between aged stone residential houses with shabby facade in cityStone Town
Enjoy an orientation walk with your CEO in historic Stone Town before transferring to the white-sand beaches and turquoise waters of beautiful Nungwi Beach.
Map showing Stone Town
Day 15Enjoy free time to lounge on the beach, snorkel, or tour the island
Enjoy free time to lounge on the beach, snorkel, or tour the island.
Day 16Morning group transfer from NungwiStone Town
Paved narrow street between aged stone residential houses with shabby facade in cityStone Town
Morning group transfer from Nungwi. Depart Stone Town upon arrival in the late morning.
Map showing Stone Town

Discover Tanzania

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

A serene view of a hot air balloon floating over the African savannah at sunrise, perfect for travel and adventure themes.
A stunning panoramic view of Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, showcasing its vast savannah and natural beauty.
A jeep drives through the dusty roads of an African savanna surrounded by trees and open landscape.
A Maasai individual stands by a dirt road amidst lush green hills and scenic landscape.
Scenic view of snowcapped Mount Kilimanjaro amidst clouds and acacia trees.
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