KENYA, TANZANIA & BOTSWANA – THE ULTIMATE SAFARI ODYSSEY

From the Mara to the Delta: East & Southern Africa’s Wildest Icons

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Summary of the Trip

Embark on a seamless adventure across Africa’s most legendary landscapes: from the rolling savannahs of Kenya’s Maasai Mara, through the predator-rich plains of Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro, to the untamed waterways of Botswana’s Okavango Delta. This is the ultimate journey for those who want to witness the continent’s greatest wildlife spectacles in style.

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The Experience

Your adventure begins in Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, before heading to the Maasai Mara for thrilling game drives and immersive Maasai culture. Cross into Tanzania’s Serengeti for more wildlife action and continue to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Fly south to Dar es Salaam and on to Botswana, where the Okavango Delta’s lush channels and Chobe’s elephant herds await. Each destination features handpicked luxury camps, expert guides, and unforgettable moments in the wild.

HIGHLIGHTS

THE BIG FIVE AND CLASSIC GAME DRIVES,
THE GREAT MIGRATION AND DRAMATIC RIVER CROSSINGS,
LUXURY TENTED CAMPS AND LODGES,
BIRDWATCHING AND BOAT SAFARIS,
CULTURAL ENCOUNTERS WITH MAASAI AND LOCAL COMMUNITIES,
REMOTE WILDERNESS AND DIVERSE ECOSYSTEMS,
MULTI-COUNTRY JOURNEYS,
AND ANYONE SEEKING AFRICA’S MOST ICONIC SAFARI EXPERIENCE

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • All accommodations
  • All meals and select beverages
  • Scheduled domestic and regional flights
  • All park and conservancy fees
  • Private vehicle transfers and game drives
  • Guided walking safaris and boat cruises
  • Airport transfers and meet-and-greet services
  • Services of professional English-speaking guides

DAY BY DAY

Itinerary is subject to change

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Day 1

Nairobi – Arrival & City Welcome

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you’ll be met and transferred to your stylish hotel. Unwind from your journey, enjoy a cocktail or gourmet dinner, and soak up Nairobi’s cosmopolitan energy.

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Days 2–3

Maasai Mara – Big Five & Maasai Encounters

Fly to the Maasai Mara and settle into your luxury camp on the Mara River. Spend two days on morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five and, in season, the Great Migration. Visit a Maasai village for a cultural exchange, and savor sundowners and fireside dinners under the stars.

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Days 4–5

Serengeti National Park – Migration & Predators

Transfer to Tanzania’s legendary Serengeti and check in to your mobile camp that follows the migration. Track lions, wildebeest, and elusive leopards with expert guides. Enjoy bush picnics, sunrise coffees, and, if you wish, a hot air balloon ride for a bird’s-eye view of the plains.

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Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater – Highlands & Wildlife Haven

Fly to Lake Manyara, enjoy a game drive, then continue to your camp perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for a day of game viewing-spot rhinos, elephants, and dazzling birdlife-before returning to camp for a cozy dinner.

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Day 7

Dar es Salaam – City Stopover & Indian Ocean Views

Fly to Dar es Salaam for a relaxing afternoon at your hotel. Lounge by the pool, explore the city, or enjoy a spa treatment and dinner overlooking the Indian Ocean.

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Days 8–14

Botswana – Okavango Delta Safari & Departure

Fly to Botswana’s Okavango Delta and settle into your luxury camp. Spend your days on mokoro excursions, game drives, and bush walks, watching for elephants, wild dogs, and a profusion of birdlife. Evenings bring campfire stories and stargazing. On your final day, transfer to Kasane Airport for your onward flight, departing Africa with a heart full of memories.

FAST FACTS

Beyond the Safari Jeep

Hot air balloon safari over the Mara or Serengeti
Maasai village visits and cultural immersion
Helicopter flights over the Delta
Extra nights in Cape Town or Victoria Falls
Beach getaway in Zanzibar before flying to Botswana

Why we love it

This is the ultimate odyssey-three countries, endless wildlife, and Africa’s wildest icons, all in one luxury adventure. Every day brings a new thrill.

When to travel

The Great Migration is seasonal – best viewed June-October in the Mara and December-March in the Serengeti.

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Book your trip with Nomad today, you will get everything in the itinerary listed above and much more. Our goal is to make your trip dreams come alive.