10 Day Nairobi to Arusha Adventure Tour

Your tour begins in Nairobi. You may arrive at any time as there are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting to discuss the exciting journey ahead.

If you arrive early, the city offers a wealth of cultural treasures; consider visiting the Karen Blixen Museum to see the former home of the famous Danish author, or explore Kenya’s heritage at the National Museum. For a taste of the local culinary scene, you might opt for an exotic dinner at the world-renowned Carnivore Restaurant.

Experience one of Africa’s most popular national parks on a journey through the Great Rift Valley. See if you can spot the “big five” on a late afternoon wildlife safari drive. Explore Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley. Our base for the day will be the safari camp, which we will arrive in the afternoon. Experience the “big five” on a wildlife safari drive in the late afternoon – lion, cheetah, buffalo, elephant and giraffe are just some of the animals you may see. Safaris provide a spectacular experience due to the diverse wildlife and natural environment.

You can view wildlife at its most active during an early morning wildlife safari drive. Discover this nomadic culture by visiting a Masai village (optional), learning to dance like a warrior, and stopping in a manyatta (family compound). Get a unique perspective on the landscape by taking a balloon safari. Ask your guide or travel consultant for assistance if you want to include this optional activity on your tour.

After breathing in the fresh morning air of the Mara, you will begin the drive back to Nairobi. Today features a special stop: a visit to Amani Ya Juu for lunch. This fair-trade project supports women from various African nations who have sought refuge in Kenya.

During this visit, you will learn how the initiative empowers women through entrepreneurship and craft-making, leading to their economic independence. You will enjoy a locally sourced lunch prepared by the community and have the chance to hear their inspiring stories firsthand. The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy free time in Nairobi

Travel to Tanzania for the day. In the afternoon, drive across the Tanzanian border to Arusha, a picturesque town. Have another night in a hotel after exploring the town and its bustling markets. More travellers may join you once you arrive in Arusha for the Tanzania portion of your trip.

Take a guided cultural walk through Mto wa Mbu village and enjoy traditional lunch with a local family. Lake Manyara National Park offers wildlife safari drives. Learn about village life in Mto wa Mbu village through a cultural walk. Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch made by the women who conduct the village tours. Experience wildlife along the main road that winds through a lush forest of ficus trees and bromeliads in Lake Manyara National Park. A stunning backdrop is provided by the western wall of the Rift Valley escarpment. You will find incredible birdlife, lions that climb trees, elephants, giraffes, and hippos.

Visit the central Serengeti on a wildlife safari drive. Continue to Serengeti National Park after passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you cruise through this acacia-accented savanna, marvel at the sheer size and diversity of the terrain.

Start your day with a full-day wildlife safari in the Serengeti. Taking in the vastness of the Serengeti plains, enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush while searching for the “big five.”

On your way out of the Serengeti, take a morning wildlife safari drive, then visit the Ngorongoro Crater, before settling into your campsite on the rim of the crater to enjoy the views of the crater. Over 20,000 to 25,000 large mammals live on the Crater floor because of the abundant pasture and permanent water.

Because the campsite is at a high altitude, temperatures can drop significantly at night. It is highly recommended to bring extra layers of clothing for the evening and the following morning.

On your final morning, visit a Masai village in the Monduli District to witness the “Clean Cookstove Project”. This initiative trains women as stove engineers to build clean-burning stoves, significantly reducing indoor smoke pollution and the time women spend collecting firewood. You will have the chance to meet the stove team, visit traditional bomas, and perhaps help build a stove.

Following this impactful visit, travel back to Arusha. The tour concludes upon arrival in Arusha.