Classic Safari: Kenya and Tanzania

February 21 - March 08, 2027

Length: 16 days

Region(s): Africa

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Land, Small Group Tours

Experience the magic of safari in two of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife regions as you travel with a small group through Kenya and Tanzania. From sweeping grasslands to volcanic highlands, encounter iconic species, ancient landscapes, and Masai homelands while staying in comfortable, well-situated lodges close to the action.

Operated by Odysseys Unlimited

not including airfare, airline taxes/fees, or transfers

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Tour Highlights

Watch for Amboseli’s large elephant herds, often seen roaming beneath the dramatic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Observe diverse birdlife and tree-climbing wildlife around Lake Manyara, set against steep escarpments and lush woodlands.
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a remarkable natural caldera that serves as a wildlife haven and lies within traditional Masai lands.
Visit Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most important paleoanthropological sites, to learn about early human history and groundbreaking discoveries.
Spend unhurried time in the Serengeti and Masai Mara, two of Africa’s premier game-viewing areas, renowned for abundant wildlife and sweeping savanna vistas.
Enjoy intimate game drives in the company of expert guides who help you spot and understand the behavior of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and more.
Relax in top-rated game lodges that offer inviting accommodations, warm hospitality, and prime locations for early-morning and late-afternoon wildlife viewing.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Activity Level 2

What to expect: These trips often travel by motor coach, ship, or train. Touring days may include full-day motor coach excursions or extended periods of standing and walking during city tours, museum visits, and/or outdoor activities. Travelers should be able to board transportation, walk over sometimes-uneven terrain, and climb a few flights of stairs, occasionally without handrails or assistance. Elevators are not always available. Outings last 2–4 hours most days.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk two to four miles, or 4,600–6,900 steps, each day.