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12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari

12 days
Start and end in Nairobi
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26 traveler reviews
12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari - Africa Venture Safaris
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Age range:
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Highlights

  • Rift Valley escarpment: Dramatic landforms and spectacular backdrop to your visit
  • Ngorongoro Crater: World’s largest intact volcanic caldera and 8th Wonder of the World & UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Experience the Big 5: Vast herds of wildebeest & zebra moving on to Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya
  • Crescent Island guided walking safari: Walk amongst giraffes, zebra, etc.
  • Sailing safari at Lake Naivasha: A bird watcher’s paradise

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Nairobi to Masai Mara
  2. Day 2 Masai Mara National Reserve
  3. Day 3 Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru
  4. Day 4 Lake Nakuru to Amboseli National Park
  5. Day 5 Amboseli National Park
  6. Day 6 Amboseli to Arusha
  7. Day 7 Arusha to Tarangire National park
  8. Day 8 Tarangire to Serengeti National Park
  9. Day 9 Serengeti National park
  10. Day 10 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
  11. Day 11 Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha
  12. Day 12 Arusha to Nairobi
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  • Accommodation
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  • Transport

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  • Flights
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  • Optional
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Number of tours

15

Age Range

12 to 80 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

92%

Africa Venture Safrais is Kenya Safari specialist Tour Agents based in Nairobi with one motto and that is to offer the best in Tourism industry service. With over 10 years in Kenya tourism, we have the most experienced Wildlife safari tour guides at your disposal to offer the best of there...

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  • MB
    · October 14th, 2024
    We enjoyed seeing various animals including the big five. The guides knew where to go to find rare predators. We selected this tour over a private safari, thinking that interacting with other people will be interesting But the tour company did not have anyone else with the same 12 day tour itinerary. So they added people with short excursions. This led to us spending long hours in the van while the driver dropped and pick up these travelers. For example, the trip from Masai Mara to lake Nakuru took us ten hours vs standard 5 to 6 hours. Lake Nakuru lodge was beautiful, but we reached there after dark and couldn't enjoy anything. There was minimal communication from the tour company (Africa Venture Safaris). Drivers who were also tour guides, did not explain much as we travelled to different parks. except pointing to the animals. We really enjoyed the Parks and game drives, and saw all kinds of animals in their natural habitat. As a word of caution, next time I would go with a private tour or go in a group of six to avoid wasted time and long rides on extremely bumpy roads.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • PW
    · September 29th, 2024
    This was actually a terrific adventure overall. We got to see lots of wildlife and wonderful scenery. The tour organization and the lodges in Kenia were excellent. The driver/guide was very knowledgeable, but was making a lot of personal calls. The Tanzanian subcontracting agency provided a safari vehicle that was quite a wreck. The driver was good, but his English lacking. The agency also added two additional passengers who had accommodations different from our core group, which the driver had a hard time finding. And the roads in Tanzania are worse than in Kenia.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • PC
    · September 24th, 2024
    Some great experiences but there were a number of failings - supposed to be a maximum of 6 visitors in a group and was mostly 7 or even 8 persons- so vehicles were cramped and gear bags stored in the aisles amongst us. Poor. I funded a "luxury tour" - moments of luxury, a lot of not. I sought information ahead of time as to the best currencies to carry, Specifically useless responses - USD, British pounds or euros are best. We did not carry any of these which was a pity and caused some problems. The distances and hours travelling from venue to venue was not advised at all - one day 12 hours commuting over dusty shaky roads- exhausting and unprepared for it. Some "all day game drives" were 3-4 hours at best. The drivers drove but did little informing - answered questions put to them but not really guiding. We waited 3 hours to be collected one morning - ready at 0640 as instructed- arrived 0940hrs. Some wonderful animal viewing moments. Organisation average. At least 3 layers of commissions evident. I was unable to send the tour details to my wife - only on the App for me. Asked how to do this- never received a reply. Some superb overnight lodge stays. Food overall poor. Same buffet everywhere nightly, lunches provided ordinary.
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    Africa Venture Safaris commented on this review
    Thank you very much Peter for your time in submitting these review. Am sorry for the negative views you experienced, For these tour the vehicles we are using has capacity of 7 pax including the co driver. The safari passes to some remote places with... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • DS
    · July 10th, 2024
    We had quite a few problems so I would like to talk to someone. We will be back in Sydney on 24th July Judith Sewell
    Trip date: June 2024
  • 12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari reviewer 5
    · November 23rd, 2023
    We got the best accommodation and also toured some of the best scenic places.
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    Trip date: November 2023
  • 12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari reviewer 6
    · November 23rd, 2023
    Amazing Safari ever.
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    Trip date: November 2023
  • 12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari reviewer 7
    · November 23rd, 2023
    the tour firm took us to the best safari lodges
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    Trip date: November 2023
  • D
    · October 31st, 2023
    TourRadar exceeded my expectations as a safari company! From the moment I booked my adventure, their service was exceptional. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, providing valuable insights and guidance on choosing the perfect safari experience. The safari itself was a breathtaking journey through the heart of Africa. The tour guides were not only experts in wildlife and conservation but also engaging storytellers who shared their passion for the land and its inhabitants. The accommodations were comfortable and well-located, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings. What truly sets TourRadar apart is their commitment to sustainable tourism and their support for local communities. I felt good knowing that my safari experience was also contributing to the conservation of the beautiful landscapes and the well-being of the people who call this place home. I can't recommend TourRadar enough for anyone seeking an unforgettable and responsible safari adventure. They combine exceptional service, expert guidance, and a deep commitment to the environment, making for an incredible and meaningful journey. I look forward to booking with them again in the future!
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    Trip date: October 2023
  • EO
    · October 31st, 2023
    The tour was indeed splendid,it's a pillar of greatness and success on understanding both the physical and human features.
    Trip date: October 2023
  • NM
    · October 30th, 2023
    "12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari" (02.10.2023 - 13.10.2023) Rating: • By far the worst safari I have experienced so far. • Poor organization and even worse execution. • Unmaintained vehicles, some of which are not suitable for off-road use. • Disastrous guide/driver in Kenya with little local knowledge etc. • If "luxury" is defined as "exceptional, greatly exceeding the usual" the benchmark was neither a European (4 S, 4 L and 5 star accommodations) nor an African standard (RETOSA), but rather a traditional Masai standard. • Contractual agreements and statements were violated, which would lead to claims for damages in Europe. • Basic problems are lack of marketing knowledge and a concept which is applicable for budget travel, but not for high-priced travel. • No reference for TourRadar. Personal background and selection criteria for this safari: Extensive safari experience - including several safaris in East Africa - always in the upper-middle class segment (Sopa/Serena). Since I wanted to revisit some destinations and appreciate small group tours, this time I could not use agencies and operators with whom I have had good experiences. My selection criteria were: 1. Destinations => Result: were met as promised 2. Vehicle => promise: "very high standard" was by no means kept 3. Lodges, camps, hotels => promise "Luxury" was kept only in maximum 3 of 8 accommodations. Individual points: I. Agency and concept The agency (East Africa Safari Bookers) and operator (Africa Venture Safaris) seemed to be connected. This gave additional security. The communication until the start of the tour was good. When the tour started, it turned out that it was not one tour, but that numerous agencies had assigned tours of different lengths to sub- and sub-subcontractors. This not only caused constantly changing groups, but also led to constant loss of time. Particularly critical was the fact that the majority of the group participants had booked budget safaris and only a few participants had booked the luxury safari at a price several times higher. This resulted in a clear conflict of objectives: The luxury traveler wants "value for money", the budget tourist knows "you get what you pay". Working with a multi-level subcontractor system means that cost efficiency becomes the top priority at all levels, to the detriment of customer orientation. As measures, for example, the accommodations of both groups were spatially adjusted and the promised maximum number of persons per vehicle was exceeded several times (04.10 = 8 and 05.10. = 9 guests in the car) in order to achieve maximum utilization. Participants of the "Luxury Tour" were subsequently accommodated in accommodations that were mostly below the agreed standard. Of the original 7 accommodations (1st offer), only 3 were kept with me, but 10 changes were made. After refusing to accept tour changes and subsequently getting a driver with a Land Cruiser, the safari went much more positively. Conclusion: If you can do budget, you can't do luxury. II. Vehicles All vehicles were decrepit, poorly maintained and had technical problems in the course of the tour. The vehicle in Kenya was dirty and was only superficially cleaned upon request. It was not suitable for off-road use. The Land Cruiser in Tanzania was cleaned daily, but had a crack in the windshield and technical problems from the beginning. III. Guide/Driver The "safari driver" in Kenya drove like a cab driver in Nairobi. He is unsuitable for a safari because he 1. has only limited knowledge of the location and gets lost more often; 2. he recognized animals when they were shown to him or at least 20 vehicles were already somewhere (crowd driver!); 3. and not knowing what safari guests expect (How do I position the car so that photos can be taken etc.). The guide/driver in Tanzania was very good, very knowledgeable and clearly customer focused. Just as a good professional guide should be. IV. Border crossing The Kenya / Tanzania border crossing was unprofessionally planned. V. Accommodation The accommodations were of distinctly different quality. Embalakai Authentic Camp and Kilima Safari Camp deserve to be called "luxury". Shuhudia Adventure Camp is more suitable for backpackers and the hotels in Arusha (Charity Hotel and Green Mountain Hotel) were a disaster. On average, the accommodations were not up to the standard paid for. The agency has received my comprehensive report with several photos.
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    Hey Norbert, Thank you very much for your timer in submitting your review. We totally thank you for these contributions. As a company we have been reviewing remarks for solo travellers doing these specific 12 days Kenya and Tanzania Luxury safari, and... Show more
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    Trip date: October 2023

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12 Days Best of Kenya and Tanzania Luxury Lodge Safari
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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • Can you provide details about transportation on the last day of the tour?

      On the last day, transportation will be provided by a private van which will drop you at your requested location in Nairobi.

    • Is there an option to extend our stay at a specific hotel or to arrange activities on our own?

      Extensions or additional activities can often be accommodated and can typically be decided upon and booked while on the tour.

    • What baggage restrictions are in place for the safari?

      The luggage limit is usually 20kg per person for the safaris.

    • Can I get a list of recommended items to bring for the tour?

      A typical recommendation includes comfortable clothing, personal items, and at times, school supplies if visiting local communities.

    • What vehicles are used for safari?

      A 4x4 safari van is typically used, but a Land Cruiser can be provided as an upgrade.

    • How many travelers are usually on a tour?

      Each tour can accommodate a minimum of two passengers.

    • What types of meals are served during the tour?

      The lodges serve a variety of vegetarian buffet meals.

    • What is the procedure if I want to stay at an airport hotel upon arrival?

      Shuttle services can be arranged to transport you from the airport to nearby hotels.

    • Do you offer pick-up service from the hotels for the tour?

      Yes, we offer pick-up services from specific hotels on the morning of the safari day.

    • Do we need visas for Kenya and Tanzania?

      Yes, for Kenya you need to apply online for a visa. For Tanzania, a visa can be obtained at the border.

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      As a traveller from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types G, D, M. As a traveller from England you will need an adaptor for types D, M. As a traveller from South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Kenya and Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kenya and Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Cholera - Recommended for Kenya and Tanzania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kenya and Tanzania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kenya and Tanzania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Rabies - Recommended for Kenya and Tanzania. Ideally 1 month before travel.
      • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Kenya and Tanzania. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Recommended for Kenya. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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