Kenya & Tanzania Trails
Experience the very best of East Africa on this unforgettable safari adventure through Kenya and Tanzania.
From the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara to the iconic Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, this carefully curated journey showcases Africa’s most celebrated safari destinations. Travel with a small group of just six guests, allowing for a more personalised experience and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities.
Along the way, you’ll encounter vast elephant herds in Tarangire, search for black rhino in Lake Nakuru, witness spectacular landscapes across the Great Rift Valley, and immerse yourself in some of the most extraordinary ecosystems on earth.
Whether it’s your first safari or a long-awaited African adventure, this journey delivers unforgettable wildlife encounters, authentic experiences and memories to last a lifetime.
SoloMade Exclusive Charter Operated by On The Go Tours
In partnership with On The Go Tours, SoloMade has secured a private charter of the Kenya & Tanzania Trails itinerary exclusively for our community.
Combining On The Go’s award-winning safari operations with SoloMade’s signature small-group style, this departure is limited to just six travellers, with guaranteed single rooms for every guest, a dedicated safari vehicle, and a more intimate safari experience than traditional group tours.
Travel with confidence knowing every detail is managed by one of Africa’s most trusted touring operators, while sharing the adventure with a select group of like-minded SoloMade travellers.
Dates: 15 – 27 August 2027
Length: 13 Days | 12 nights
Small group: Strictly limited to 6 guests
Price: $14 835 – per person with your own room
Solo travellers only
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
The Legendary Masai Mara
Explore Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve, renowned for its abundant wildlife, sweeping savannahs and unforgettable safari experiences.
Serengeti National Park
Journey across the endless plains of the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most iconic ecosystems and home to extraordinary wildlife encounters.
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into this UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonder, where an incredible concentration of wildlife thrives within an ancient volcanic caldera.
Tarangire National Park
Discover Tanzania’s hidden gem, famous for its majestic baobab trees and some of East Africa’s largest elephant herds.
Day 1 – Welcome to Nairobi
Stay: Nairobi
Karibu Kenya! Upon arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be met by our local team and transferred to your hotel in the leafy suburb of Karen. Settle in, relax after your journey and prepare for the incredible safari adventure that awaits.
Day 2 – Wildlife & Conservation in Nairobi
Stay: Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start your safari adventure with a morning game drive in Nairobi National Park, where wildlife roams against the backdrop of Kenya’s capital city. Enjoy a picnic breakfast in the park as you search for giraffe, zebra, buffalo and, if you’re lucky, rhino and lion.
Later, visit the renowned Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, home to orphaned baby elephants rescued from across Kenya, and learn about the incredible conservation work being undertaken to protect these gentle giants. Continue to the historic Karen Blixen Museum, made famous by Out of Africa, before enjoying lunch and travelling through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru, your base for the evening.
Day 3 – Discover Lake Nakuru National Park
Stay: Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is dedicated to exploring Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s most rewarding wildlife destinations. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Great Rift Valley, the park is renowned for its thriving rhino population, abundant birdlife and diverse landscapes.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives as you search for lions, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and, with a little luck, elusive leopards resting among the acacia trees. Depending on seasonal water levels, the lake may also attract spectacular flocks of flamingos that transform the shoreline into a sea of pink.
Day 4 – Into the Masai Mara
Stay: Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, travel to the legendary Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Arriving in time for lunch, you’ll have the opportunity to relax before heading out on your first game drive across the reserve’s vast savannahs.
Home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, the Mara offers exceptional year-round game viewing, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo and countless other species. As the sun begins to set over the plains, enjoy your first taste of this remarkable ecosystem and the unforgettable safari experiences that lie ahead.
Days 5–6 – Safari Adventures in the Masai Mara
Stay: Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the next two days exploring the extraordinary landscapes of the Masai Mara on morning and afternoon game drives. With each outing offering something different, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to search for the Big Five and observe the fascinating behaviours of Africa’s wildlife in their natural habitat. Between game drives, relax at camp and soak up the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.
For a truly unforgettable experience, you may choose to take an optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise, floating silently above the Mara’s vast plains as wildlife stirs below.
Day 7 – From Kenya to Tanzania
Stay: Arusha
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy one final morning in the Masai Mara before returning to Nairobi, with a stop at the spectacular Great Rift Valley for a last look across this iconic landscape.
This afternoon, fly to Tanzania and continue to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s renowned Northern Safari Circuit. Settle into your lodge and prepare for the next chapter of your East African adventure.
Day 8 – Tarangire National Park
Stay: Tarangire National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, journey into Tarangire National Park, a landscape of rolling grasslands, ancient baobab trees and abundant wildlife. Named after the Tarangire River that sustains the park throughout the year, this region is renowned for its large elephant herds and diverse birdlife.
Enjoy a full day game drive as you explore one of Tanzania’s most scenic national parks before arriving at your intimate camp, where you can relax and take in the sights and sounds of the African wilderness.
Day 9 – Into the Serengeti
Stay: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, travel through some of Tanzania’s most spectacular landscapes as you make your way towards the iconic Serengeti. Passing the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, you’ll descend onto the vast plains of Tanzania’s oldest national park, renowned for its incredible wildlife and role in the Great Migration.
Keep your camera close as you journey through this remarkable ecosystem, where lions, elephants, giraffes and countless other species roam freely.
Arrive at your tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti and soak up the magic of one of Africa’s most legendary safari destinations.
Day 10 – Full Day Serengeti Safari
Stay: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake to the sights and sounds of the Serengeti as you set out on an early morning game drive, when wildlife is often at its most active. Spend the day exploring this extraordinary ecosystem, with time to relax at camp between safari experiences.
As the afternoon cools, head out once more in search of wildlife before returning to camp to enjoy another unforgettable evening beneath Africa’s vast starlit skies.
Day 11 – Olduvai Gorge & Ngorongoro Highlands
Stay: Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Farewell the Serengeti and journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at the famous Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most significant archaeological sites. Often referred to as the “Cradle of Mankind”, this remarkable location has provided important insights into human evolution.
Continue through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands, with opportunities to admire views of the spectacular crater, before arriving in Karatu for a relaxing evening.
Day 12 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Stay: Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, experience one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations as you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed caldera is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, offering exceptional opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, zebra and, with luck, the endangered black rhino.
After an unforgettable game drive on the crater floor, return to Karatu and enjoy your final evening in Tanzania, reflecting on the incredible wildlife encounters and memories made throughout your safari adventure.
Day 13 – Lake Manyara & Departure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy a final safari experience this morning in Lake Manyara National Park, a scenic reserve renowned for its diverse birdlife, groundwater forests and shimmering lake fringed by flamingos. Keep an eye out for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions as you explore this beautiful landscape on a morning game drive.
After lunch, continue to Arusha where your East African adventure comes to an end, taking with you unforgettable memories of Kenya and Tanzania’s extraordinary wildlife and landscapes.
Important Information
Group Size
This exclusive SoloMade departure is limited to a maximum of 6 guests.
Fitness Level
A moderate level of fitness is recommended. Most activities involve vehicle-based game viewing, with some walking around lodges and accommodation properties.
Passport & Visa Requirements
Visa and entry requirements for Kenya and Tanzania are subject to change. Guests are responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements before departure.
Travel Insurance
Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all guests.
Luggage
The luggage allowance on the flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro is 15kgs in a soft bag. Any excess luggage will be charged at approx USD$3 per kilo.
Departure Information
- Flights departing from Arusha Airport should be booked after 3:00pm.
- Flights departing from Kilimanjaro International Airport should be booked after 6:00pm.
- Post-tour extensions, including Zanzibar, can be arranged on request.
Tour Inclusions
- Airport arrival transfer in Nairobi
- Airport departure transfer in Arusha
- 12 nights accommodation
- Transportation in custom 4×4 safari vehicles
- Professional local safari guides
- All listed game drives
- National park entrance fees
- Nairobi National Park excursion
- Sheldrick Wildlife Trust visit
- Karen Blixen Museum visit
- Nairobi to Tanzania flight
- Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover in Tanzania
- 1 litre of drinking water per person per day during safari
- Selected drinks at Honeyguide Tarangire Camp
- Breakfast: 12, Lunch: 11, Dinner: 10
Tour Exclusions
- International flights
- Travel Insurance (mandatory)
- Tipping (at your own discretion)
- Kenya and Tanzania Visas
Travel Vaccinations & Health Requirements
We recommend all guests consult a specialist travel vaccination clinic well in advance of departure to discuss recommended vaccinations, preventative medications and any destination-specific health considerations for Kenya and Tanzania.
As some vaccinations may require a course of injections or advance planning, early consultation is strongly advised. Guests are responsible for obtaining appropriate medical advice and ensuring they meet any health, vaccination or entry requirements relevant to their travel arrangements.