Extreme African Wonders

18 Days East African Great Migration Odyssey

Experience the ultimate East African safari adventure on this 18-day Great Migration Odyssey, a journey that combines the world’s most spectacular wildlife migration with East Africa’s most iconic national parks and diverse landscapes. Travel through Tanzania and Kenya, following the path of over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles as they traverse the vast Serengeti-Mara ecosystem in search of fresh grazing lands.

From the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro to the endless savannahs of the Serengeti, the dramatic Mara River crossings, the wildlife paradise of the Ngorongoro Crater, and the legendary Maasai Mara, this safari offers unrivaled game-viewing opportunities. Witness Africa’s Big Five, encounter authentic local cultures, and enjoy breathtaking scenery while staying in carefully selected lodges and luxury tented camps.

This expedition is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, honeymooners, and adventure seekers looking for a comprehensive East African safari experience.

Embark on the ultimate cross-border expedition that unites the two crown jewels of African safari: Kenya and Tanzania. This 18-day masterpiece is designed for the true explorer, offering a seamless journey from the vibrant streets of Nairobi into the deepest reaches of the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. You will witness the full spectrum of East African wildlife, from the “Special Five” in the rugged northern frontier of Samburu to the vast, predator-rich plains of the Maasai Mara, all while traversing the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and the mist-shrouded Aberdare highlands.

As the journey crosses into Tanzania, the scale of the adventure reaches new heights. You will walk the cradle of mankind at Olduvai Gorge, gaze into the “Eighth Wonder of the World” at the Ngorongoro Crater, and track the legendary herds of the Serengeti. From the towering ancient baobabs of Tarangire to the rhino sanctuaries of Lake Nakuru, this safari is a profound immersion into the rhythms of the natural world. It is a definitive East African experience—a grand loop of discovery that balances high-octane game viewing with the timeless cultures and breathtaking geological wonders that define the continent.

Highlights

  • The Dual-Country Powerhouse: Experience the legendary Serengeti and Maasai Mara ecosystems in one seamless trip, offering the world’s best opportunities for witnessing the Great Migration.
  • The Ngorongoro Crater Floor: A full-day tour inside the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera, a self-contained Eden home to over 25,000 large animals.
  • Northern Frontier & Special Five: Discover the unique wildlife of Samburu, including the Reticulated Giraffe and Grevy’s Zebra, found only in Kenya’s arid north.
  • Rhino & Flamingo Sanctuaries: Extensive game viewing at Lake Nakuru, one of the premier locations in Africa for spotting both Black and White rhinos.
  • Archeological Wonders: A visit to the Olduvai Gorge, the “Cradle of Mankind,” where some of the earliest human remains were discovered.
  • The Ark & Tarangire Giants: Experience the unique “balcony safari” of the Aberdares and the iconic elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park.
  • Strategic Aerial Links: Maximize your time in the wild with scheduled flights between Samburu, Nairobi, and the Serengeti, bypassing long transit days.
What makes Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris unique compared to other operators?

Extreme African Wonders offers personalized and locally guided adventures, specializing in Kilimanjaro trekking, wildlife safaris, and beach getaways. With a deep understanding of Tanzania’s landscapes and culture, we ensure authentic, safe, and memorable experiences.

Which routes do you offer for Mount Kilimanjaro climbs?

We offer all the major Kilimanjaro routes including Machame, Marangu, Lemosho, Rongai, and Northern Circuit. Our team helps you choose the best route based on your fitness level, schedule, and preferences.

Do your safari packages include accommodation and park fees?

Yes, our Tanzania safari packages are all-inclusive, covering park entry fees, comfortable lodges or tented camps, meals, and professional guides. We tailor everything to match your travel style and budget.

Can I combine a Kilimanjaro climb with a safari or beach holiday?

Absolutely! Many clients enjoy combining a Kilimanjaro trek with a Serengeti safari or a relaxing trip to Zanzibar. We offer seamless multi-destination packages that suit both adventure seekers and leisure travelers.

Is it safe to trek Mount Kilimanjaro with Extreme African Wonders?

Safety is our top priority. Our experienced guides are Wilderness First Responders, and we conduct daily health checks, carry oxygen cylinders, and have a high summit success rate. You're in good hands.

When is the best time to visit Tanzania for trekking and safari?

The best time for Kilimanjaro treks is January–March and June–October. These months also offer excellent wildlife viewing in national parks. Zanzibar is great year-round, especially during the dry seasons.

Included

  • All meals and accommodations during the entire safari
  • A very high-quality safari land cruiser with pop up roof
  • A highly experienced safari guide
  • Unlimited mineral water during the entire safari
  • All park fees for all the national parks
  • Unlimited game drives
  • Binoculars & Bean Bags
  • Airport Transfers while on safari

Excluded

  • International flights and Airport taxes
  • Bank Transfer fees/ Credit card fees
  • Hot Air balloon
  • Any Government increments
  • Tips
  • Drinks at the lodges
  • Any other items not mentioned above

Make your dream trip come true with Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris

At Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris, you can customizeize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival

Meet upon arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta international Airport and transfer to your booked in Nairobi Hotel

Day 2

Nairobi City Tour

Full day Nairobi city tour and excursion with visits to the Kenyatta international conference center, Nairobi law courts, Parliament buildings, City’s view point, Railway museum, The Elephant orphanage, The Giraffe center, The Nairobi national museum and the Bomas of Kenya. Lunch and dinner at the famous Carnivore restaurant where you can sample a variety of game meat at leisure. Overnight at your booked in Nairobi Hotel

Day 3

Maasai Mara

After an early breakfast, leave Nairobi at 0700hrs and drive through the Great Rift Valley to Maasai Mara National Reserve to arrive in time for lunch. Dinner and overnight at your booked in Mara Lodge/Camp

Day 4

Maasai Mara

Full day game viewing at the Mara

Day 5

Lake Nakuru

Check out from the Mara after an early breakfast and proceed to Lake Naivasha, to arrive in time for lunch. Spend your afternoon enjoying a boat ride before driving to Lake Nakuru National Park for dinner and overnight

Day 6

Lake Nakuru

Full day game viewing at Lake Nakuru National Park

Day 7

Aberdare

Check out from the Lake Nakuru after an early breakfast and drive to the Aberdares National Park to arrive at the base hotel in time for lunch. After lunch, transfer in lodge vehicles to the Ark, with perfect opportunity to see animals from comfort of the lodge’s strategically built balconies. Dinner and overnight at the Ark.

Day 8

Aberdare

Full day game viewing at the Aberdares National Park

Day 9

Samburu

After an early breakfast, check out from the Aberdares and drive to the Samburu Game Reserve to arrive in time for lunch at your booked in Lodge/Camp. Spend your afternoon at leisure enjoying the facilities of the Lodge/Camp before embarking on your evening game drive. Dinner & overnight at your booked in Samburu Lodge/Camp

Day 10

Samburu

Full day game viewing at the Samburu with an optional escorted visit into the Samburu village.

Day 11

Nairobi

Check out from Samburu after breakfast and transfer to the Samburu airstrip in time to connect to your flight back to Nairobi. Meet upon arrival at the Wilson Airport and transfer to the Carnivore restaurant for lunch. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure before dinner and overnight at your booked in Nairobi Hotel

Day 12

Serengeti, Tanzania

After breakfast, transfer to the Wilson airport with picnic lunches to connect to your domestic flight Nairobi – Kilimanjaro & Kilimanjaro – Seronera.  Meet upon arrival at the Seronera airstrip. Picnic lunch at Seronera. Late afternoon game drive before dinner & overnight at your booked in Serengeti Lodge/Camp

Day 13

Serengeti

Full day game viewing at the Serengeti National park

Day 14

Ngorongoro

After breakfast, depart for a morning game drive before lunch at the Serengeti. After lunch, depart for Ngorongoro crater via Olduvai Gorge an archeological site. Dinner & overnight at your booked in Ngorongoro Lodge/Camp

Day 15

Ngorongoro

Full day Ngorongoro Crater tour

Day 16

Tarangire

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park to arrive in good time for lunch. Afternoon game viewing at the Tarangire National Park before dinner and overnight at your booked in Tarangire Lodge/Camp

Day 17

Tarangire

Full day game viewing at the Tarangire National park

Day 18

Nairobi Kenya & Depart

After breakfast, transfer to Arusha for Lunch. Thereafter transfer to Kilimanjaro airport & fly back to Nairobi. Upon arrival at Nairobi, remain on transit and connect to your international flight.

Make your dream trip come true with Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris

At Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris, you can customizeize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!

Why Choose Extreme African Wonders?

Unmatched Service Excellence

Swift & Attentive Communication

Dedicated Tanzania Specialists

On-Ground Experts Living in Tanzania

Elite Safari Guiding Professionals

Fair & Competitive Pricing

Highly Rated Private Safari Journeys

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival

Meet upon arrival at the Jomo Kenyatta international Airport and transfer to your booked in Nairobi Hotel

Day 2

Nairobi City Tour

Full day Nairobi city tour and excursion with visits to the Kenyatta international conference center, Nairobi law courts, Parliament buildings, City’s view point, Railway museum, The Elephant orphanage, The Giraffe center, The Nairobi national museum and the Bomas of Kenya. Lunch and dinner at the famous Carnivore restaurant where you can sample a variety of game meat at leisure. Overnight at your booked in Nairobi Hotel

Day 3

Maasai Mara

After an early breakfast, leave Nairobi at 0700hrs and drive through the Great Rift Valley to Maasai Mara National Reserve to arrive in time for lunch. Dinner and overnight at your booked in Mara Lodge/Camp

Day 4

Maasai Mara

Full day game viewing at the Mara

Day 5

Lake Nakuru

Check out from the Mara after an early breakfast and proceed to Lake Naivasha, to arrive in time for lunch. Spend your afternoon enjoying a boat ride before driving to Lake Nakuru National Park for dinner and overnight

Day 6

Lake Nakuru

Full day game viewing at Lake Nakuru National Park

Day 7

Aberdare

Check out from the Lake Nakuru after an early breakfast and drive to the Aberdares National Park to arrive at the base hotel in time for lunch. After lunch, transfer in lodge vehicles to the Ark, with perfect opportunity to see animals from comfort of the lodge’s strategically built balconies. Dinner and overnight at the Ark.

Day 8

Aberdare

Full day game viewing at the Aberdares National Park

Day 9

Samburu

After an early breakfast, check out from the Aberdares and drive to the Samburu Game Reserve to arrive in time for lunch at your booked in Lodge/Camp. Spend your afternoon at leisure enjoying the facilities of the Lodge/Camp before embarking on your evening game drive. Dinner & overnight at your booked in Samburu Lodge/Camp

Day 10

Samburu

Full day game viewing at the Samburu with an optional escorted visit into the Samburu village.

Day 11

Nairobi

Check out from Samburu after breakfast and transfer to the Samburu airstrip in time to connect to your flight back to Nairobi. Meet upon arrival at the Wilson Airport and transfer to the Carnivore restaurant for lunch. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure before dinner and overnight at your booked in Nairobi Hotel

Day 12

Serengeti, Tanzania

After breakfast, transfer to the Wilson airport with picnic lunches to connect to your domestic flight Nairobi – Kilimanjaro & Kilimanjaro – Seronera.  Meet upon arrival at the Seronera airstrip. Picnic lunch at Seronera. Late afternoon game drive before dinner & overnight at your booked in Serengeti Lodge/Camp

Day 13

Serengeti

Full day game viewing at the Serengeti National park

Day 14

Ngorongoro

After breakfast, depart for a morning game drive before lunch at the Serengeti. After lunch, depart for Ngorongoro crater via Olduvai Gorge an archeological site. Dinner & overnight at your booked in Ngorongoro Lodge/Camp

Day 15

Ngorongoro

Full day Ngorongoro Crater tour

Day 16

Tarangire

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park to arrive in good time for lunch. Afternoon game viewing at the Tarangire National Park before dinner and overnight at your booked in Tarangire Lodge/Camp

Day 17

Tarangire

Full day game viewing at the Tarangire National park

Day 18

Nairobi Kenya & Depart

After breakfast, transfer to Arusha for Lunch. Thereafter transfer to Kilimanjaro airport & fly back to Nairobi. Upon arrival at Nairobi, remain on transit and connect to your international flight.

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    Make your dream trip come true with Extreme African Wonders

    Unmatched Service Excellence

    Swift & Attentive Communication

    Dedicated Tanzania Specialists

    On-Ground Experts Living in Tanzania

    Elite Safari Guiding Professionals

    Fair & Competitive Pricing

    Highly Rated Private Safari Journeys

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