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Published Aug 10, 2021
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For the quintessential Lion King experience, look no further. Renowned for their incredible wildlife, Tanzania and Kenya are blessed with an abundance of spectacular wildlife and beautiful landscapes. With nearly 25% of Tanzania protected as nature reserves, and more than 50 parks from which to choose in Kenya, it's hard to decide where to go, but everyone agrees that the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania and the Amboseli National Park in Kenya are must-visit sites. Our Treasures of Tanzania & Kenya safari tour includes them all plus a lot more! And like all Friendly Planet tours, you'll enjoy the very best of Tanzania and Kenya at prices that are as amazing as the countries themselves.
 
14 DAYS | 16 max guests
2021 - 2022 Departures Available
 
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Giraffe
 
 
Day 1-3
 
USA, Arusha & Lake Manyara National Park
 
After an overnight flight, arrive in Arusha, Tanzania. On the following day, travel to Lake Manyara National Park, passing by picturesque African villages and maize, coffee and banana plantations. Keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, leopards, tree-climbing lions, and many more during your first game drive of your African adventure!
 
 
 
Sunset
 
 
Day 4-5
 
Serengeti National Park
 
Seek out wildlife as you journey to your next destination: Serengeti National Park. Spend two days enjoying 3 game drives and spot the "Big 5," over 500 bird species, giraffes, zebras, Grant's gazelles, hyenas, and possibly the Great Migration! Soar high over the vast plains and wildlife below on an optional early morning hot air balloon safari.
 
 
 
Lion
 
 
Day 6-7
 
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
 
En route to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stop at Olduvai Gorge, located between the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. The following day, descend 2,000 feet into Ngorongoro Crater, the world's largest intact volcanic caldera and one of the seven natural wonders of the world, for a full day of game viewing with a picnic lunch.
 
 
 
Arusha
 
 
Day 8
 
Arusha
 
Travel through the scenic Rift Valley to return to Arusha. After lunch, visit the Tanzanite Museum, which provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of this amazing gemstone. Both audio and visual presentations, including a replica of a Tanzanite mine shaft, along with a tour, gives the experience of the history, geology, and passion surrounding Tanzanite.
 
 
 
Taita Hills
 
 
Day 9-10
 
Taveta, Kenya & Taita Hills Game Sanctuary
 
Today, the second half of your journey begins in Kenya! After settling into your lodge and visiting the in-house museum, set off on another exciting game drive. The next day, visit a tree planting project aimed at enhancing the health of the animal habitat and recovering the biodiversity of the sanctuary before embarking on an afternoon game drive.
 
 
 
Kilimanjaro
 
 
Day 11-12
 
Amboseli National Park
 
Head to Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro and home to a wealth of wildlife and especially known for its elephants. Over the span of two days, enjoy 3 exciting game drives throughout the park, as well as some free time to relax.
 
 
 
Elephant
 
 
Day 13-14
 
Nairobi
 
Depart for Nairobi and start your visit with hand-feeding giraffes at the Langata Giraffe Center. Then, stop at the Karen Blixen Museum and the Kazuri Bead Factory. Spend the following morning at the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphans' Nursery, where young, orphaned elephant babies are hand-raised until they are released back to their natural habitat. Your adventure comes to an end as you transfer to the airport and arrive in the USA on the following day.
 
 
 
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Alternately, you can choose to receive a future travel credit for all payments made, excluding the cost of any issued flight tickets; or you can choose to receive a refund for that same amount, minus the deposit, per person future travel credit.

You may use these credits anytime, however they must be used or transferred within 5 years of your booking.

The Carefree Booking policy only applies to your original booking—limiting rebookings to one. Subsequent bookings will be subject to standard cancellation penalties. Additionally, any coupon or discount (other than our Instant Savings) does not transfer from the cancelled booking and therefore will not be applied to the new booking.

Travel protection premiums may be credited to your new tour provided: no claim is filed; (no vendor penalties such as Air, sea or rail etc have been incurred); and your new trip departs within 1 year of the cancellation of your original tour.

Valid for bookings made on or after September 23, 2022 Offer may not be available on all packages, including private and custom group departures and Biblical Journeys. Changes or cancellations requested after final payment due date are subject to our regular change and cancellation fees & policies. For more information and some additional restrictions, see our terms & conditions.

†† $199 deposit available on select packages. Valid for new bookings only. Changes to your package, departure date, or flights may require an increased deposit. If you select our optional travel protection plan, the premium will be added to your deposit. See additional terms & conditions.

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