11-Day Spirit and Soul of Africa Safari (Kenya & Tanzania) – High-End
This 11-Day Spirit and Soul of Africa Safari (Kenya/Tanzania) – High-End is a grand East African safari designed for travelers who want to experience the continent’s most iconic wildlife destinations in one seamless premium journey.
Starting and ending in Nairobi, this exceptional itinerary combines Kenya’s celebrated parks with Tanzania’s legendary wilderness areas, creating a safari rich in wildlife, scenery, and unforgettable moments.
Your adventure includes the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park, the predator-rich plains of Masai Mara National Reserve, the endless grasslands of Serengeti National Park, the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, the tree-climbing lion habitat of Lake Manyara National Park, and the elephant kingdom of Amboseli National Park beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.
Travel throughout the journey in a comfortable pop-up roof safari minivan, with seamless partner vehicle support where required in Tanzania.
Stay in carefully selected high-end lodges and luxury tented camps offering refined comfort, gourmet dining, stunning views, and excellent safari locations.
This itinerary is ideal for couples, honeymooners, families, and discerning travelers seeking the spirit of Africa in style.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Luxury travelers seeking a complete Kenya & Tanzania safari
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Couples and honeymooners wanting romance and exclusivity
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Wildlife lovers wanting East Africa’s greatest parks in one trip
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Photographers seeking iconic landscapes and Big Five encounters
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Families wanting premium comfort and adventure
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Travelers wanting a once-in-a-lifetime African safari circuit
Why This Safari Best
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Combines Kenya and Tanzania’s top safari parks in one itinerary
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Excellent chance to see the Big Five and Great Migration (seasonal)
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Includes lakes, savannah, crater, forest, and mountain ecosystems
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Good pacing with multi-night stays in key wildlife regions
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High-end lodges maximize comfort and relaxation
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Starts and ends in Nairobi for convenient logistics
Tour Highlights
Lake Nakuru rhinos, giraffes, and birdlife
2 nights in Masai Mara National Reserve
3 nights in Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater Big Five safari experience
Lake Manyara tree-climbing lions and escarpment scenery
2 nights in Amboseli with Mount Kilimanjaro views
Premium lodges and luxury tented camps throughout
Cross-border East Africa safari adventure
Tour Map
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
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Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park
Your safari begins with morning pick-up in Nairobi and a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru National Park.
Stop at a viewpoint before descending into the Rift Valley floor.
Arrive in time for lunch at your high-end lodge followed by an afternoon game drive.
Search for white rhinos, black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffalo, and seasonal flamingos.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Approx. 3 to 4 hours (160 km) by pop-up roof safari minivan
The Cliff Camp
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Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and travel through rolling countryside toward Masai Mara.
Pass local towns and Maasai lands en route to Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve.
Arrive for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, and abundant plains wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara – Approx. 5 to 6 hours (300 km) by safari minivan
&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
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Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend a full day exploring Masai Mara’s endless plains. Morning and afternoon game drives provide outstanding opportunities to see predators and grazing herds.
Optional activities include a hot air balloon safari or Maasai cultural visit.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives within Masai Mara Reserve
&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
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Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and proceed toward the Kenya–Tanzania border for immigration formalities.
Continue into Tanzania toward Serengeti National Park.
Arrive with a game drive en route to your luxury camp in the Serengeti wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Masai Mara to Serengeti – Approx. 8 to 10 hours including border crossing
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
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Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti’s vast plains known for predators and massive herds of herbivores.
Morning and afternoon drives maximize wildlife viewing.
Depending on season, you may witness part of the Great Migration.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives within Serengeti National Park
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
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Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another full safari day in the Serengeti.
Your guide tracks wildlife movements, taking you deeper into the ecosystem for fresh sightings and photography opportunities.
Return to camp for elegant dining and overnight in the bush.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives within Serengeti National Park
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
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Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart Serengeti and travel toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Descend into the crater for a spectacular game drive in one of Africa’s densest wildlife habitats.
Expect lions, rhinos, buffalo, elephants, hippos, and hyenas before ascending to your lodge for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Serengeti to Ngorongoro – Approx. 4 to 5 hours plus crater game drive
The Highlands Camp
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Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park for a rewarding game drive in this scenic park set beneath the Great Rift escarpment.
Look for elephants, baboons, flamingos, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions before overnight at your luxury lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara – Approx. 2 to 3 hours by safari vehicle
Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge
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Lake Manyara to Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Tanzania and travel north toward the Kenya border, completing immigration formalities before continuing to Amboseli National Park.
Arrive in time for late afternoon relaxation or a short game drive with Mount Kilimanjaro views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Manyara to Amboseli – Approx. 7 to 8 hours including border crossing
Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
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Full Day in Amboseli National Park
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli’s swamps and open plains. The park is famous for giant elephant herds and dramatic Kilimanjaro scenery.
Morning and afternoon game drives may reveal lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and many bird species.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives within Amboseli National Park
Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli
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Amboseli to Nairobi
Enjoy an early breakfast and optional short game drive before departing Amboseli.
Drive back to Nairobi through scenic countryside.
Arrive in the afternoon for hotel or airport drop-off, ending your unforgettable Spirit and Soul of Africa safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transport: Amboseli to Nairobi – Approx. 4.5 to 5 hours (240 km) by safari minivan
No accommodation (End of the tour)
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.