10 Day Classic Kenya & Tanzania

Featured Hotels

(Hotels may vary based on departure day of the week)

Tuesday Departure
Movenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi		Nairobi
Sunbird Lodge		Lake Elmentaita, Nakuru
Mara Leisure Camp		Masai Mara National Reserve
Sangaiwe Tented Lodge		Tarangire Reservation
Acacia Farm Lodge		Karatu

Saturday Departure
Movenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi		Nairobi
Sunbird Lodge		Lake Elmentaita, Nakuru
Mara Leisure Camp		Masai Mara National Reserve
Sangaiwe Tented Lodge		Tarangire Reservation
Acacia Farm Lodge		Karatu

Click a Date to Book Online

2022 Dates & Prices Single Supplement: $800
Hotel	Dates	Embark	Tour Starts	Ship	Land Only	Land Only	Air & Land	Air & Land
	$3899	$4699*
	$3739	$4539*
	$3539	$4359*
	$3699	$4499*
	$3539	$4339*
	$3539	$4339*
	$3569	$4379*
	$3569	$4379*
	$3739	$4589*
Only 1 seat left!	$4039	$4889*
	$3739	$4599*
	$3789	$4919*
	$3739	$5029*
	$3979	$4919*
	$4319	$5179*
	$3969	$5259*
	$3969	$5099*
Only 1 seat left!	$4369	$5659*
~~Tue, Jul 19~~ (Sold Out)	$4369	$5329*
Only 1 seat left!	$4369	$5659*
~~Tue, Jul 26~~ (Sold Out)	$4369	$5499*
~~Sat, Jul 30~~ (Sold Out)	$4369	$5329*
	$3969	$5099*
	$4019	$5309*
	$3969	$5179*
~~Sat, Aug 20~~ (Sold Out)	$4369	$5419*
	$3969	$4829*
~~Sat, Aug 27~~ (Sold Out)	$4369	$5419*
	$4319	$5179*
Only 1 seat left!	$4419	$5319*
	$4019	$4829*
Only 1 seat left!	$4419	$5179*
	$4069	$4879*
~~Sat, Sep 17~~ (Sold Out)	$4419	$5444*
	$3969	$4994*
	$4119	$5144*
	$3969	$4994*
	$3969	$4994*
	$3969	$4994*
~~Tue, Nov 01~~ (Sold Out)	$3629	$4579*
	$3979	$4929*
	$3629	$4579*
	$3629	$4579*
	$3769	$4719*
	$4019	$5919*

2023 Dates & Prices Single Supplement: $800
Hotel	Dates	Embark	Tour Starts	Ship	Land Only	Land Only	Air & Land	Air & Land
	$3939	$6139*
	$3939	$6139*
	$3939	$5389*
	$3939	$5389*
	$3939	$5839*
	$3939	$5839*
	$3899	$4699*
	$3739	$4539*
	$3539	$4359*
	$3699	$4499*
	$3539	$4339*
	$3539	$4339*
	$3569	$4379*
	$3569	$4379*
	$3739	$4589*
Only 1 seat left!	$4039	$4889*
	$3739	$4599*
	$3789	$4919*
	$3739	$5029*
	$3979	$4919*
	$4319	$5179*
	$3969	$5259*
	$3969	$5099*
Only 1 seat left!	$4369	$5659*
~~Tue, Jul 19~~ (sold out)	$4369	$5329*
Only 1 seat left!	$4369	$5659*
~~Tue, Jul 26~~ (sold out)	$4369	$5499*
~~Sat, Jul 30~~ (sold out)	$4369	$5329*
	$3969	$5099*
	$4019	$5309*
	$3969	$5179*
~~Sat, Aug 20~~ (sold out)	$4369	$5419*
	$3969	$4829*
~~Sat, Aug 27~~ (sold out)	$4369	$5419*
	$4319	$5179*
Only 1 seat left!	$4419	$5319*
	$4019	$4829*
Only 1 seat left!	$4419	$5179*
	$4069	$4879*
~~Sat, Sep 17~~ (sold out)	$4419	$5444*
	$3969	$4994*
	$4119	$5144*
	$3969	$4994*
	$3969	$4994*
	$3969	$4994*
~~Tue, Nov 01~~ (sold out)	$3629	$4579*
	$3979	$4929*
	$3629	$4579*
	$3629	$4579*
	$3769	$4719*
	$4019	$5919*

2023 Dates & Prices Single Supplement: $800
Hotel	Dates	Embark	Tour Starts	Ship	Land Only	Land Only	Air & Land	Air & Land
	$3939	$6139*
	$3939	$6139*
	$3939	$5389*
	$3939	$5389*
	$3939	$5839*
	$3939	$5839*

Previous Season Dates

Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.

Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival transfer, but does include departure transfer and flights Nairobi-Kilimanjaro & Kilimanjaro-Nairobi.

Passengers should select flights on Day 10 from Nairobi that depart no earlier than 7 PM.

Due to limited space in safari vehicles, please pack your belongings in a soft-sided duffel bag. Traditional suitcases with rigid frames or hard plastic sides should not be used.

Please note, all passport holders should have three or more entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages in their passport when traveling to Kenya, and four or more entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages in their passport when traveling to Tanzania. Click here for more information.

Passengers traveling to Kenya into Tanzania must carry proof of yellow fever vaccination.

Entry Requirements:
Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates. All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary. For visa information, check our Visas page.

Is This Trip Right for You?

This is an active trip. The tour covers a lot of ground each day. Expect to spend most of your time driving over roads that are often rough and bumpy in safari vehicles that cannot be air-conditioned. Only "bush toilets" are available during game drives. There are many early mornings. Electricity in the camps is provided by generator and may not be available 24 hours a day. Many of the accommodations are built in the traditional local style and have no air-conditioning. Visitors to Kenya are required to carry proof of Yellow Fever vaccination if traveling through or from a country with risk of yellow fever, and are encouraged to consult their health-care providers regarding malaria prophylaxis. We suggest you check with your health-care provider before signing up for this tour. Some of our tours require walking or stairs between tents. Safari vehicles have high ground clearance and require agility to embark and disembark. During this tour, you may come into proximity of wild animals whose actions can be unpredictable. Certain inherent risks are involved which should be considered at your own discretion. This is a Classic program. For more information, click here.

Accommodation Details

Select Number of Rooms

Room 1

Number of Adults

Number of Children

Preferred Bedding Configuration

Two separate beds

One bed
Requests are not guaranteed and are subject to each hotel's discretion and availability

Additional Nights

Number of pre-nights

Flight Details

Include Flight? Yes No

Departure City

Departure and Return Date

Preferred Airline

Class of Service

Nonstop Flights

Number of Adults

Number of Children

Escorted Package Includes

Round trip flights New York-Nairobi, Nairobi-New York
Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
All intra-flights: Nairobi-Kilimanjaro, Kilimanjaro-Nairobi
8 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights Nairobi
- 1 night Lake Elmentaita
- 2 nights Masai Mara National Reserve
- 1 night Tarangire National Park
- 2 nights Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
Hotel porterage
All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
21 meals: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
Restaurant tips throughout tour
Sightseeing per itinerary in modern 4x4 vehicles
Services of English-speaking driver-guides throughout
National Park fees

Special Features

Safari game drives at all national parks
Guided nature walk and lecture by a naturalist-guide
Hand-feed Rothschild giraffes, an endangered species

†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

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Tuesday Departure
Saturday Departure

Note: your itinerary will change depending upon the day of the week you depart. Click a day above to see what is included.

DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for Kenya
Depart for Kenya

DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, gateway to your thrilling Kenya safari; transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to acclimate to your new time zone and prepare for the African adventure that awaits you
Overnight: Nairobi

DAY 3, Thursday - Lake Elmentaita, Soysambu Conservancy
Morning drive through the lush Great Rift Valley to your camp on the shore of the ‘pink’ Lake Elmentaita, overlooking the vast unspoilt plains. After lunch at the camp, enjoy a guided nature walk to learn about the ecosystem and the different birds found here. Later, join a game drive to Soysambu Conservancy, a 48,000 acre wildlife conservancy, which protects over 450 bird species and 15,000 wild animals. It is home to an astounding variety of flora and fauna, including elegant Rothschild giraffes, eland, zebra and more!
Overnight: Lake Elmentaita
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4, Friday - Afternoon Game Drive in Masai Mara
Travel to the magical Masai Mara National Reserve in the southwest corner of Kenya, renowned for its spectacular game viewing. Lunch at the camp, before going out on the afternoon game drive. The vast savannahs are a stunning backdrop to the diverse and abundant wildlife dominated by lions, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos, as well as antelopes, gazelles and hippos
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5, Saturday - Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in Masai Mara
Set out early for a morning game drive, or participate in the optional hot air balloon safari. Take off in a hot air balloon as you view the breathtaking sunrise over the Masai Mara. Drift above the beautiful landscape, watching wild game roam the vast plains below. The finale is a sumptuous champagne breakfast joining the rest of your group on the morning game drive. In the afternoon, enjoy your final game drive in the Mara. Return to your camp in time for dinner
Optional: Sunrise Balloon Safari & Breakfast (AM)
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6, Sunday - Karen Blixen Museum and Giraffe Centre
Depart the Mara this morning and return to bustling Nairobi. In the afternoon, travel towards the Ngong Hills to visit the Karen Blixen Museum, once the farm house of the prominent author of Out of Africa. Continue to the Giraffe Centre, where you hand feed the Rothschild giraffes from an elevated feeding platform and learn more about the successful breeding program and extensive conservation efforts. Arrive at your hotel and bid farewell to your Kenyan guide. Spend the rest of the day and evening at leisure in this energetic city
Overnight: Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Monday - Depart Kenya, Arrive in Tanzania, Travel to Tarangire National Park
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Tanzania. Arrive in Kilimanjaro and meet your Tanzanian guide. Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its huge herds of elephants and giraffe, as well as a remarkable variety of over 500 bird species. The Tarangire River and its tributaries provide the only permanent water supply on Maasai land during the dry season, thus supporting a great diversity of wildlife - up to 6,000 elephants, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, lion, leopard and cheetah. The afternoon game drive is sure to inspire - be sure to capture photos of the park's gigantic Baobab trees silhouetted against the sky!
Overnight: Tarangire National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8, Tuesday - Lake Manyara National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, world-famous for its nimble blue monkeys and elephants. More than 400 species live here, along with an abundance of bird life that makes it a haven for bird watchers. The afternoon is at leisure to rest and enjoy the amenities of the lodge. This evening, a sumptuous dinner awaits with your fellow travelers
Overnight: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9, Wednesday - Ngorongoro Game Drive
Explore the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Africa’s “Garden of Eden”. Descend almost 2,000 feet to the floor of the crater, one of the largest calderas in the world, containing diverse ecosystems and an astounding concentration of birds and animals. View herds of elephants slowly wandering along the trails as lions wait for their prey and guard their prides. You may spot gazelles, zebra and perhaps even the endangered rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this astonishing setting before you ascend to the crater rim and return to the lodge. At dinner tonight, celebrate your final night in Tanzania with your newfound friends
Overnight: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10, Thursday - Depart Tanzania
Morning drive to Arusha. After lunch, transfer to the airport in Kilimanjaro for your flight to Nairobi, where you will connect to your departure flight. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 7 PM
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Kenya
Depart for Kenya

DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, gateway to your thrilling Kenya safari; transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to acclimate to your new time zone and prepare for the African adventure that awaits you
Overnight: Nairobi

DAY 3, Monday - Lake Elmentaita, Soysambu Conservancy
Morning drive through the lush Great Rift Valley to your camp on the shore of the 'pink' Lake Elmentaita, overlooking the vast unspoilt plains. After lunch at the camp, take a guided nature walk to learn about the ecosystem and the different birds found here. Later, join a game drive to Soysambu Conservancy, a 48,000 acre wildlife conservancy, which protects over 450 bird species and 15,000 wild animals. It is home to an astounding variety of flora and fauna, including elegant Rothschild giraffes, eland, zebra and more!
Overnight: Lake Elmentaita
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4, Tuesday - Afternoon Game Drive in Masai Mara
Travel to the magical Masai Mara National Reserve in the southwest corner of Kenya, renowned for its spectacular game viewing. Lunch at the camp, before going out on the afternoon game drive. The vast savannahs are a stunning backdrop to the diverse and abundant wildlife dominated by lions, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos, as well as antelopes, gazelles and hippos
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5, Wednesday - Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in Masai Mara
Set out early for a morning optional hot air balloon safari. Take off in a hot air balloon as you view the breathtaking sunrise over the Masai Mara. Drift above the beautiful landscape, watching wild game roam the vast plains below. The finale is a sumptuous champagne breakfast joining the rest of your group on the morning game drive. In the afternoon, enjoy your final game drive in the Mara. Return to your camp in time for dinner
Optional: Sunrise Balloon Safari & Breakfast (AM)
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6, Thursday - Karen Blixen Museum and Giraffe Centre
Depart the Mara this morning and return to bustling Nairobi. In the afternoon, travel towards the Ngong Hills to visit the Karen Blixen Museum, once the farm house of the prominent author of Out of Africa. Continue to the Giraffe Centre, where you hand-feed the Rothschild giraffes from an elevated feeding platform and learn more about the successful breeding program and extensive conservation efforts. Arrive at your hotel and bid farewell to your Kenyan guide. Spend the rest of the day and evening at leisure in this energetic city
Overnight: Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Friday - Depart Kenya, Arrive in Tanzania, Travel to Tarangire National Park
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Tanzania. Arrive in Kilimanjaro and meet your Tanzanian guide. Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its huge herds of elephants and giraffe, as well as a remarkable variety of over 500 bird species. The Tarangire River and its tributaries provide the only permanent water supply on Maasai land during the dry season, thus supporting a great diversity of wildlife - up to 6,000 elephants, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, lion, leopard and cheetah. The afternoon game drive is certain to inspire - be sure to capture photos of the park's gigantic Baobab trees silhouetted against the sky!
Overnight: Tarangire National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8, Saturday - Lake Manyara National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, world-famous for its nimble blue monkeys and elephants. More than 400 species live here, along with an abundance of birdlife that makes it a haven for bird watchers. The afternoon is at leisure to rest and enjoy the amenities of the lodge. This evening, a sumptuous dinner awaits with your fellow travelers
Overnight: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9, Sunday - Ngorongoro Game Drive
Explore the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Africa's "Garden of Eden". Descend almost 2,000 feet to the floor of the crater, one of the largest calderas in the world, containing diverse ecosystems and an astounding concentration of birds and animals. View herds of elephants slowly wandering along the trails as lions wait for their prey and guard their prides. You may spot gazelles, zebra and perhaps even the endangered rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch in this astonishing setting before you ascend to the crater rim and return to the lodge. At dinner tonight, celebrate your final night in Tanzania with your newfound friends
Overnight: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10, Monday - Depart Tanzania
Morning drive to Arusha. After lunch, transfer to the airport in Kilimanjaro for your flight to Nairobi, where you will connect to your departure flight. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 7 PM
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Movenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi, Nairobi

This first class hotel is located in the Westlands district of Nairobi.

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Sunbird Lodge, Lake Elmentaita, Nakuru

This first class lodge overlooks Lake Elmentaita.

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Mara Leisure Camp, Masai Mara National Reserve

This first class hotel has splendid views of the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

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Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, Tarangire Reservation

This tourist class lodge has spectacular views of Lake Burunge.

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Acacia Farm Lodge, Karatu

This first class lodge has stunning views of the Karatu farmlands and the Ngorongoro forest area.

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Book your Optional Tours before you travel. See more, save time, save money.

Tours purchased while travelling may cost an extra 10% or more
Tours often sell out. Avoid disappointment
Save your cash. Credit card processing may not be possible locally

Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure
Book Online or call to book these tours up to 1 week before your departure
The day the optionals operate varies by the day of the week

Masai Mara Sunrise Balloon Safari & Breakfast

Arise before dawn, and take off in a hot air balloon as you watch the breathtaking sunrise over the Masai Mara. Drift above the beautiful landscape, watching wild game roam the vast plains below. The finale is a sumptuous champagne breakfast before beginning today’s game drive.*

*Please note that departure time for this excursion is very early in the morning, 5 AM or earlier. Agility is required to embark and disembark the balloon basket. Wildlife viewing, quantity and species of animals seen is dependent upon local conditions including weather, wind and seasonal migration patterns. The take-off time and the duration of the flight and tour may vary due to weather conditions. Balloon rides vary but are usually 45 minutes to an hour.

Approximate tour duration is 2 hours.

*Please note that the group’s morning game drive will begin while en route to pick you up, and may see other wildlife before you’ve rejoined the group.

**Due to limited capacity, advanced booking is recommended for this tour. Please be advised that this is not an exclusive tour

Day #5	01 Jan 2022 - 30 Apr 2024	$480.00

Masai Mara Sunrise Balloon Safari & Breakfast

Day #5	01 Jan 2022 - 30 Apr 2024	$480.00

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The Serengeti & Beyond: A Tanzania Safari, October 2021

It was an amazing trip. Our tour guide "Wolf" was so wonderful, helpful and knew so much about the area & the animal sounds it was the best trip so trip so far! the staff at Angata Serengeti Camp (Kevin, Mary & Armani) were wonderful as well, such a caring staff. The Chefs cooked great food! I would recommend this trip to anyone who wants to see the animals. Thanks again for a wonderful trip.

Jacqueline F.

Kenya Safari Exploration, September 2021

My husband and I recently completed the 10 Day Kenya safari exploration (discovery tour) and Chris and Tony were great guides for our entire trip. They were knowledgeable, great at their jobs and concerned about keeping us all safe, healthy, and happy. We loved the trips and our guides - they went above and beyond to make our Kenya trip memorable for the entire group. Thank you!

Angela H.

7 Day Classic Kenya, September 2021

I just wanted you to know that the 7-day Safari in Kenya last week was PERFECTION! Amid this Coronavirus mess, Gate One and their staff pulled everything off without a hitch and I had a blast. Tony and Christopher, our guides, were absolutely exceptional. They were efficient, kept us safe, laughed, made everything fun and comfortable. Their knowledge of not only Kenya but America combined our cultures seamlessly. We could always turn to them for whatever we needed. I highly recommend them. Thanks again for ANOTHER fantastic memory Gate One!

Amanda H.

10 Day Classic Kenya & Tanzania, January 2020

It was amazing! It exceeded all of our expectations! 27 minutes into our 1st safari in the Masai, we witnessed our 1st kill! we were looking at a beautiful cheetah and she just stood up, crouched and took off! It was thrilling & exciting to be witnessing the circle of life! Then in the same safari we saw a jaguar, multiple male & female lions with babies, elephants, giraffes, a hyena and multiple other amazing animals. Our Guide was floored that we saw so much in 3 hours, he actually stopped the truck, turned around & asked us who the magic one was! We told him that we now had high expectations for the next day! We ended up seeing all of the big 5 throughout the entire trip! Just blessed, very lucky and thankful! We look forward to booking our next vacation with Gate 1!

Elizabeth A. Seattle, WA