Classic East Africa

See the wildlife and changing landscapes of East Africa on an adventure through Kenya and Tanzania

On this 13-day safari adventure through the everchanging landscapes of East Africa, you’ll take multiple game drives in the Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Amboseli National Park. With expert guides and a handy local leader, you’ll visit spots far off the tourist trail, including the base of Mt Meru, where you’ll go on a hike through the slopes of the mountain to a waterfall, and Lake Naivasha for a boat safari. Spend time in Arusha and take part in a traditional cooking class with a company that supports and empowers the local women and visit the Patinaai Osim project, supported by the Intrepid Foundation and working to fight inequality of women and girls in Indigenous communities. With all of this and more, you’ll hit all the iconic wildlife, landscapes and highlights of Africa and gain a special understanding of this incredible land – what are you waiting for?

Trip code: YGKA

Start: Nairobi, Kenya

End: Nairobi, Kenya


Duration
13 days
Group size
1 to 16
Minimum age
15 years old
Style

Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Premium: Our best accommodation, exclusive inclusions and our most experienced leaders

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From
CAD $9,855

Why you'll love this trip

  • Spot the African wildlife you've always wanted to see on 4WD safaris through five iconic wildlife parks, perhaps you'll see elephants, lions, cheetahs, zebras, flamingos, hippos and so much more.
  • Take 4WD safaris through five iconic wildlife parks and spot the African wildlife you’ve always wanted to see, including herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, zebras, flamingos, hippos and so much more.
  • Hike at the base of Mt Meru – look out for local wildlife as you soak up the incredible views, on the way to a thundering waterfall for lunch. You might see buffalo, giraffes, zebras, Kilimanjaro colobus monkeys and Harvey’s red duikers along the way.
  • Learn about the Patinaai Osim Project – one of The Intrepid Foundation partners – and how they’re working to fight gender inequality for Indigenous communities, and how they provide a safe space or local women and girls.
  • Take up the offer of an optional visit to a small Hadzabe tribe to learn about their nomadic hunter-gatherer lifestyle and their unique ‘click’ language, which is believed to be one of the oldest languages still in use today.
  • Pop on an apron at a traditional cooking class in Arusha in Tanzania with local women who will show you the tips and tricks of local food before you tuck into a delicious breakfast together.
This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2026 to 31 December 2026.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025

Itinerary

Map of Classic East Africa including Kenya and Tanzania, United Republic Of

Inclusions and activities

Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania
Meals

12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners

Transport

4WD Open Safari Vehicle, Private Vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (1 nights), Lodge (7 nights), Permanent Tented Camp (4 nights)

Included activities
  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer (shared)
  • Masai Mara National Reserve - Full Day 4WD Game Drive
  • Lake Naivasha - Boat Trip
  • Patinaai Osim (The Intrepid Foundation partner) visit
  • Amboseli National Park - Full Day 4WD Game Drive
  • Mount Meru - afternoon hike, walk around Mt. Meru
  • Serengeti National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
  • Serengeti National Park - Full Day 4WD Game Drive
  • Ngorongoro Crater - 4x4 Game Drive

Optional activities
  • Nairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD45
  • Masai Mara - Afternoon 4WD Safari - USD100 - USD200
  • Masai Mara - Balloon Safari - USD470
  • Amboseli National Park - Full Day 4WD Safari - USD50 - USD100
  • Amboseli National Park - Morning 4WD Safari - USD50 - USD100
  • Amboseli Region - Guided Nature Walk (max 1 Hour) - USD20
  • Amboseli National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari - USD50 - USD100
  • Serengeti - Balloon Safari - USD800

This trip generates 33 kg of CO2-e per person per day

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This itinerary offers two optional sunrise balloon safaris—one in the Maasai Mara and another in Serengeti National Park. We offer both as a pre-booked service, which will guarantee you a place. If you would rather wait and try to get a better price by booking this locally on the ground, you are welcome to – but keep in mind that this is a popular activity, and places are limited.
3. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.

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Classic East Africa
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