East African Adventure | Kenya & Tanzania
21 Days

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Kenya and Tanzania, blending out-of-this-world wildlife safaris and encounters, authentic experiences and community engagement.

This itinerary is designed for those craving thrilling wildlife safaris in renowned national game reserves such as Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater where you will witness magnificent wildlife in their own natural environment. By travelling in a small intimate group we also experience cultural connections with local tribes, savouring local cuisine and learning the vibrant traditions of these two incredible countries.

Enjoy the typically warm Tanzanian hospitality by staying in a homestay on the lower slopes of majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, offering a unique perspective and forging genuine connections and friendships with the local people.

This tour is a perfect blend of wildlife safaris, breathtaking scenery, cultural interaction and immersive activities

Why you’ll love this tour

Enjoy a real immersive experience at our primary school, Tamariki Ed Centre
Have a unique home-stay experience with the Chagga people on Mt Kilimanjaro
Visit a baby elephant orphanage and fall in love
Participate in coffee making – from bean to mug
Take a Maasai village walk and enjoy an authentic lunch with a local family
Immerse in the stunning exotic Arabic/African culture of Stonetown, Zanzibar
Experience real authentic rich culture and forge connections with local people
Take a bicycle safari in stunning geothermal Hells Gate National Park
Visit a traditional wood carvers co-op and marvel at the incredible work produced
Enjoy a bush walk with Denise’s Maasai friend Joseph and learn bush medicines
Visit an environmental project turning discarded jandals into stunning craft
Spend 3 nights relaxing on one of the tropical paradise beaches of Zanzibar Isl
Immerse yourself in many community-based projects – and make a difference
Go on 3-day safari in world famous Serengeti National Reserve
Game drive in search of the Big-five and many iconic African wildlife
Shop for traditional art, craft and jewellery – look out for the rare Tanzanite gem

Tour Facts

Tour Date: 1st – 21st August 2024
Length of Tour: 21 Days
Price: NZ$ 9,900 – share twin
Single Supplement: NZ$ 1,600 – 4 available, optional only
Inclusives: fully hosted, comfortable accommodation, most meals, all transport, internal flight, park fees, activity fees, entrance fees
Exclusives: international flights, visas, travel insurance, personal spending, optional activities, tips and gratuities
Type of Tour: Travel by purpose-built 4×4 safari jeep, low level fitness required
Accommodation: An authentic mix of comfortable accommodations suited to the environment: lovely guest suites in a gated compound in Nairobi, safari camp complete with permanent tents (including ensuite bathrooms and comfy beds) in Serengeti NP, tastefully decorated comfortable home stay on the slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro, stunning African style banda huts nestled in the hills of Lake Nakuru, an authentic old hotel in Stonetown, Zanzibar Island and a gorgeous resort on the stunning beach of Zanzibar Island
Size of Tour: Maximum 10 people plus your trip host
Arrive: From Nairobi, Kenya
Depart: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 : Nairobi – arrive into Nairobi Kenya
Day 2 : Nairobi – Tamariki School visit / Kazuri Beads
Day 3 : Nairobi > Lake Nakuru – wildlife safari / game drive
Day 4 : Lake Nakuru > Lake Naivasha – cycle safari / nature walk with Maasaai Joseph
Day 5 : Lake Naivasha > Nairobi – wood carvers co-operative / environmental initiative
Day 6 : Nairobi -visit baby elephant orphanage and sanctuary
Day 7 : Nairobi > Arusha – border crossing from Kenya to Tanzania
Day 8 : Arusha > Mt Kilimanjaro – home stay on the lower slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro
Day 9 : Mt Kilimanjaro – village walk / learn to make coffee with Chagga people
Day 10: Mt Kilimanjaro > Lake Tarangire – wildlife safari / game drive
Day 11: Lake Tarangire > Serengeti National Reserve – wildlife safari / game drive
Day 12: Serengeti National Reserve – full game drive in search of Africa’s BIG-5
Day 13: Serengeti National Reserve > Northern Circuit – great wildebeest migration
Day 14: Serengeti National Reserve > Ngorongoro Crater – wildlife safari / game drive
Day 15: Mto wa Mbu Village > Zanzibar Island – Maasai walking / internal flight
Day 16: Stonetown, Zanzibar Island – historical walking tour / Chaggu Isl. turtle sanctuary
Day 17: Stonetown > Northern beaches – endangered monkey forest walk / beach
Day 18: Beach, Zanzibar Island – beach / free time
Day 19: Beach, Zanzibar Island – beach / free time
Day 20: Beach > Stonetown > Dar es Salaam – spice farm walking tour /internal flight
Day 21 Dar es Salaam > home – end of tour … full of life time memories