Serengeti National Park, Botswana

13-Day The Best of East Africa Luxury Safari Adventure

4.9 / 5 · 169 reviews Offered by Viatu 13-Day

Overview

You will explore the finest locations and experiences in Kenya and Tanzania, including the Mara Naboisho Conservancy for exceptional game viewing and walking safaris. You will continue to the Serengeti, renowned for its annual wildebeest migration and the abundance of predators. You'll conclude your journey at the Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage site. For those seeking additional time and relaxation, an optional extension to Zanzibar is available.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

13-Day

Route

Nairobi to Arusha

Via Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Serengeti NP, Central Serengeti NP

Country & park

Botswana / Serengeti National Park

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

5 years

Activities

game drives & evening/night game drives

Accommodation

Hemingways Nairobi - Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya) – All Meals Included

Meals

All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

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Currency

USD

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people

Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 n/a* USD $23,650 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 6 people.

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older.

Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.

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Route

country Kenya

Start Nairobi (Day 1)

Day 2-4 Mara Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)

country Tanzania

Day 5-7 Serengeti NP

Day 8-10 Central Serengeti NP

Day 11-12 Ngorongoro Highlands

End Arusha (Day 13)

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses tented camps and hotels.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

Minimum age of 5 years

The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives & evening/night game drives

Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle

Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer

This operator can book your international flights

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Day 1

Hemingways Nairobi

Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 2-4

Naboisho Camp

Luxury tented camp inside Mara Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara, Kenya) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 5-7

Olakira Camp

Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) inside Serengeti NP (Tanzania) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 8-10

Dunia Camp

Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 11-12

The Highlands Camp

Luxury+ tented camp inside Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 13

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Nairobi

An Asilia chauffeur will be awaiting your arrival as you emerge from the arrivals terminal at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. You'll enjoy a scenic transfer through the city, skirting the outskirts of Nairobi National Park, en route to the serene Karen neighborhood and the Hemingways Nairobi Hotel. This luxurious boutique hotel offers a welcoming haven for you to unwind and rejuvenate after a lengthy flight. If your schedule permits, indulge in the spa's revitalizing treatments to soothe weary muscles, or take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. The Brasserie at the hotel offers a diverse range of international dishes, ensuring a delightful dining experience for even the most discerning palates. Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Nairobi (City, Kenya) Stay: Hemingways Nairobi Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Travel to the Naboisho Conservancy

Following breakfast, an Asilia driver will take you to Wilson Airport for your flight to Ol Seki Airstrip. Upon arrival, a guide from Naboisho Camp will welcome you to the Mara Naboisho Conservancy. After a quick briefing, embark on a game drive towards camp. After a brief camp introduction, you'll enjoy lunch and some time to acclimatize. In the late afternoon, you'll gather in the lounge for tea. Then, you will head out for a game drive across the plains of Naboisho. You will experience diverse wildlife, from lion pride to cheetah families. As the sun sets, you'll enjoy a drink and snacks. You'll return to the camp for a hot shower, fireside conversation, and a delicious dinner. As you lie in bed on your first night in the African bush, let the sounds of the night lull you to sleep. Luxury tented camp inside Mara Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara, Kenya) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara, Kenya) Stay: Naboisho Camp Luxury tented camp inside Mara Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara, Kenya) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Explore the Naboisho Conservancy

Safari mornings typically begin early to catch the wildlife in action at first light. Walking safaris are most enjoyable in the cool morning hours, customizable in duration for the group's needs. A visit to a nearby Maasai community offers a unique cultural experience, replacing a game drive. Morning game drives include a packed breakfast, while afternoon drives often feature a sundowner. For a unique twist, you'll venture on a night game drive to spot nocturnal creatures in the darkness. You'll conclude the day with tales around the campfire, sharing the day's safari adventures with fellow travelers. Luxury tented camp inside Mara Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara, Kenya) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Travel to Serengeti National Park

After a sumptuous breakfast, you'll prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you fly into Tanzania and over the vast and stunning Serengeti National Park, home to the greatest wildlife spectacle on earth. You will be transferred to your next stop, Olakira Camp. In the afternoon, you will head out for an amazing game drive, equipped with a sundowner kit. You will see the sunset over the plains and marvel at the great migration. Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Serengeti National Park (Tanzania) Stay: Olakira Camp Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP (Tanzania) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6

Safari in the Serengeti National Park

At Olakira, game drives are the main activity, occurring twice daily in the morning and afternoon. These drives include a picnic breakfast or a sundowner kit. Alternatively, there's an option for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the mid-afternoon. The Serengeti offers prolific game viewing, with the Great Migration adding excitement, featuring sensational river crossings in the northern Serengeti and frenetic predator activity in the southern plains as they target newborn wildebeests and zebras. Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 8

Travel South to Dunia Camp

Make the most of your travel day with a leisurely start, allowing time for breakfast in camp before heading to the airstrip for your flight to Seronera. Upon arrival, a guide from Dunia Camp will greet you, providing a brief introduction to the area. You'll take a relaxed game drive towards camp, leaving the bustling Seronera region behind and heading west to the Moru Kopjes and Dunia Camp's serene sanctuary. After a tree-shaded lunch, you'll take the opportunity to settle into camp, enjoying views from your private veranda or the elevated lounge. As the afternoon cools, you'll gather for coffee or a refreshing drink before an afternoon game drive across the Serengeti plains. You'll find a scenic spot to enjoy a cold drink as the sun sets. Upon returning to camp, you will freshen up before fireside drinks and a delightful dinner. Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania) Stay: Dunia Camp Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 9

Explore the Central Serengeti National Park

At Dunia, game drives take center stage, occurring twice daily in the morning and afternoon. These drives come with a choice of a picnic breakfast or a sundowner kit. Alternatively, you'll embark on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the mid-afternoon. Serengeti's wildlife is abundant, and Dunia Camp's central location ensures access to the Great Migration herds throughout the year. A full-day drive with a picnic lunch covers the southern plains, parts of the western corridor, and central regions, offering a diverse game-viewing experience. For an extra adventure, you will consider a hot air balloon safari, providing a unique perspective on wildlife at an additional cost. Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 11

Travel the Mystical Ngorongoro Highlands

Following breakfast in the camp, you will proceed to Seronera Airstrip for your flight to Lake Manyara. Upon arrival, a guide from the Highlands will be waiting for you for a 3-hour transfer into the heights of Ngorongoro. You'll enjoy the picturesque drive, passing through the lively town of Karatu and entering the gates of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The steep ascent winds through lush tropical jungle until you reach the crater rim road, offering a breathtaking viewpoint over the crater. You will pause here to stretch your legs, take in the view, and enjoy a picnic lunch brought from Dunia Camp. You will continue in an anti-clockwise direction around the crater rim. You'll eventually move away from the rim and into the green rolling highlands of Ngorongoro. You'll pass by goat herders and waving school children as you circumnavigate the base of Ol Moti Crater, arriving at The Highlands. After the drive, unwind in camp, acclimatizing to the altitude before indulging in dinner. Luxury+ tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania) Stay: The Highlands Camp Luxury+ tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 12

Explore the Ngorongoro Crater

The day begins early as you aim to be among the first vehicles on the Ngorongoro Crater floor. Departing from the camp in the cold darkness, bundled up in warm jackets and Maasai blankets, the chill is soon forgotten as you descend the inner walls of the unbroken caldera. On the crater floor, indulge in coffee and breakfast snacks during the unique game drive experience. A picnic lunch awaits by the hippo pool, where grunting rafts of hippos provide company. By mid-afternoon, commence the return journey up the caldera walls, reaching the rim and heading back to camp. You'll freshen up and enjoy a drink in the bar before dinner. Luxury+ tented camp located inside Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 13

Depart for Arusha

Following breakfast in the camp, you will leave the highlands and retrace your route around the crater rim and down the outer slopes of Ngorongoro, returning to Lake Manyara Airstrip. This concludes your itinerary, and you will fly to Arusha Airport to retrieve your bags and continue with your onward travels. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All flights during the tour

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts in Nairobi, Kenya and ends in Arusha, Tanzania

This operator can book your international flights

Fly to Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi

Fly back from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - Check price) near Arusha. Or fly from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya)

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Offered by

Viatu

4.9 operator rating 169 reviews

At Viatu, we don't just plan memorable trips, we craft meaningful journeys that are good for people and the planet. With 10+ years exploring Africa, we've found the best hidden-gems for an impactful adventure! Whether solo, a duo, a group, or with family, our multilingual team (EN, DE, FR, ES, & PT!) is set to make your travel dreams real. So, get packing and let Viatu turn your wanderlust into reality!

Office In

Switzerland

Size

10-20 employees (Founded in 2020)

Member Of

Regenerative Travel, Future of Tourism, UN Global Compact, 1% For the Planet & B-Corp

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Botswana, Eswatini, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Namibia, Réunion, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.90 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5

Verified

Impeccably orchestrated experience that combined flawless logistics and authentic local insight.

Our experience with Viatu was nothing short of exceptional—their communication was prompt and thoughtful, service seamlessly professional, and every detail reflected remarkable reliability and value, culminating in a tour so immersive and well-curated that it felt less like a trip and more like a masterclass in hospitality and precision. Simone was our trip consultant and she was absolutely phenomenal.

Marshall · United States

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Mardi is experienced, knowledgeable and diligent

Mardi organised the most amazing holiday for us in Namibia. I usually do all our travel research, plans and booking but Nambia is vast with so many choices I am so glad I got Mardi to work on our itinerary and book everything She was professional and personable. The planning calls were great and really felt personalized. We loved every place we stayed and she got the right mix of balancing the budget and spending in places where it was worth it. Her itinerary was spot on balancing the mix of driving and activities. Always flexible and prepared to look at different options - think she really understood the type of people we were and what we would like. Great call a week before we left to go through everything, questions and some good travel tips. Car Hire was great and the Viatu App was really useful through out the trip. We felt that everything we did was worth it - just wish we had more time in Nambia, It is a fabulous country to visit and we loved our time there . Thanks Mardi!!

Jane · Ireland

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Very helpful and efficient

Very quick response to the initial inquiry. Video call was helpful to communicate in more efficient way. Good choice of proposed itineraries. Mardi provided us with friendly and supportive service in organising the trip.

Sofia · Australia

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Viatu planned the best and most magical trip of our lives in Namibia

Mardi from Viatu planned every last little detail for our 12 day driving trip around Namibia. This trip exceeded our expectations, from the amazing wildlife to the breathtaking landscapes and the beautiful Namibian people. It truly was the trip of a lifetime. Everything went so smoothly.. We were a bit nervous about the long drives, but they gave us the chance to appreciate the stunning country. Viatu would check in on us to make sure everything was going ok. Definitely use Viatu to book your bucket-list trip. Thanks Mardi!

Adrien and John · Australia

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Hemingways Nairobi - Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

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This tour is offered by Viatu, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Viatu.

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