Destinations: Kenya: Nairobi → Amboseli → Lake Naivasha → Masai Mara
Tanzania: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Lake Manyara → Arusha
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
14-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari – Private Safari from Amboseli to Serengeti
Begin your 2-week African journey with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli, track the Big Five in Masai Mara, cross the border into Serengeti, descend into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater, and explore Lake Manyara before returning home.
This 14-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari offers exclusive game drives in private 4×4 Land Cruisers, stays in top-tier lodges and tented camps, seamless cross-border coordination, and immersive wildlife experiences with professional local guides.
Whether you’re here for the Great Migration, photography, or a once-in-a-lifetime family or honeymoon safari, this itinerary is designed to leave you breathless at every turn.
Safari Route Highlights
Kenya: Nairobi → Amboseli → Lake Naivasha → Masai Mara
Tanzania: Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater → Lake Manyara → Arusha
Fully customizable – adjust number of days, route, or lodging category to match your dream safari.
14 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Transfer to Amboseli National Park
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), meet your personal driver-guide
Depart directly for Amboseli National Park (approx. 4.5 hours), enjoying scenic views of rural Kenya en route
Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and relaxation
Enjoy a sunset game drive, with a chance to spot large elephant herds and perhaps Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day
Overnight: Safari lodge or tented camp inside Amboseli
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full Day in Amboseli
Early morning game drive when animals are most active
Visit the swamps and Observation Hill for panoramic views and photography
Afternoon rest, followed by an optional Maasai village visit
Evening game drive searching for lions, cheetahs, buffalo, and more
Overnight: Same lodge/camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Amboseli – Lake Naivasha (Approx. 6 hrs drive)
After breakfast, depart for the lush Great Rift Valley
Stop at scenic viewpoints en route
Arrive at Lake Naivasha in the afternoon
Optional boat ride on the lake to spot hippos, waterbuck, and birdlife
Leisurely evening at the lodge
Overnight: Lake Naivasha lodge or resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Lake Naivasha – Masai Mara Game Reserve
Depart early for Masai Mara (approx. 5–6 hrs), Kenya’s most famous reserve
Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive
Begin your search for the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo
Overnight: Tented safari camp in Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5–6: Full Days in Masai Mara
Early morning and late afternoon game drives daily
Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne breakfast (pre-booked)
Visit the Mara River (in migration season) for possible crossings
Spot cheetahs, hyenas, wildebeest, giraffes, and a variety of birds
Overnight: Same camp/lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Masai Mara – Isebania Border – Serengeti National Park
Early breakfast and drive to the Isebania border crossing
Complete immigration and vehicle swap with your Tanzanian driver-guide
Enter northern Serengeti with a game drive en route to your lodge
Relax in your tented camp surrounded by wildlife
Overnight: Serengeti tented lodge (central or northern depending on season)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8–9: Full Days in Serengeti National Park
Spend two full days exploring the endless plains of the Serengeti
Depending on season, follow the migration herds, or focus on resident predators
Enjoy picnic lunches in the bush, or return for meals at your camp
Overnight: Same Serengeti accommodation
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
Early morning game drive, then depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Stop at a Maasai village or visit Olduvai Gorge en route (optional)
Arrive at your lodge on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater, with stunning views
Overnight: Ngorongoro lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Lake Manyara
Descend 600m into the crater for a full-day game drive
Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, flamingos, hippos, and jackals in a compact area
Late afternoon transfer to nearby Lake Manyara
Overnight: Lodge in Lake Manyara area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Lake Manyara – Arusha
Optional morning visit to Lake Manyara National Park
Spot tree-climbing lions (rare), baboons, and birds in lush forest
Transfer to Arusha for overnight stay
Overnight: Hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Arusha – Relax or Optional Activities
Optional morning visit to Lake Manyara National Park
Spot tree-climbing lions (rare), baboons, and birds in lush forest
Transfer to Arusha for overnight stay
Overnight: Hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Arusha – Relax or Optional Activities
Rest day, or take a short Arusha city tour
Optional excursions: Maasai market, cultural museums, local coffee tours
Prepare for departure or Zanzibar/beach extension
Overnight: Same hotel in Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Departure
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight
Alternatively, we can arrange a flight back to Nairobi or onward to Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Airport Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Hotel or Residence
Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep. Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 jeep in Tanzania section.
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
Stay in economy, comfort or luxury lodges / tented camps (your choice).
Park entrance fees
All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
What's Excluded
- Bottled & Soft Drinks - Items and services of a personal nature - Tips & Gratuities.
Best Time to Visit 14-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari
| Season | Best For | Weather |
|---|---|---|
| July – October | Great Migration, Peak Wildlife Viewing | Dry & sunny |
| November – May | Fewer tourists, Green Season | Lush landscapes, occasional rain |
Top 5 FAQs – 14-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari
Yes. Traveling between Kenya and Tanzania is safe when booked with us. We ensure all border crossings (like Isebania) are handled smoothly, and our private 4x4 vehicles are operated by experienced, professional guides in both countries.
The best months are June to October for dry weather and Great Migration sightings, or January to March for baby animals and fewer crowds. This itinerary works beautifully year-round with slight route or park adjustments.
Yes, you will need a visa for each country. Kenya offers an eVisa, and Tanzania provides visa-on-arrival or eVisa. We’ll guide you step-by-step to ensure you have the correct documents before you travel.
Absolutely. All our safaris are fully customizable. You can choose from mid-range, luxury, or exclusive boutique camps, and we can adjust the number of days or focus only on Kenya or Tanzania if preferred.
You’ll likely see the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo), plus cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, flamingos, hippos, crocodiles, and over 500 bird species — especially in Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Masai Mara.
