Book Early & Save $500 per person ![](/sites/default/files/2025-11/1%20Meals%20%28red%29.png) 40 Meals ![](/sites/default/files/2025-11/2%20Small%20Group%20%28red%29.png) Small Group ![](/sites/default/files/2025-11/3%20CT%20Ratings%20%28red%29.png) CT Rating 3.5/5 - Challenging ![](/sites/default/files/2025-11/4%20Leader%20%28red%29.png) Journey Leader **Where Wildlife Roams** This region is home to the Great Migration, the last major migratory herds of wildebeest and zebra that annually traverse between the Masai Mara and the Serengeti. With its expansive plains, majestic mountains, breathtaking vistas, it's no surprise that visitors consistently describe the region's beauty as unforgettable. Experience the grasslands of the Masai Mara and the Serengeti Plains, the rugged peaks of Mount Kenya and Mt. Kilimanjaro, the landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park! [Book Now](https://enrollment.craigtravel.com/booking?departurecode=TAF191027:20271019) [Download Brochure](https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/PJSlYNK/EastAfricaOct2027) [![East Africa map 2027](/sites/default/files/2026-09/map_East_Africa_2027.jpg)](https://www.craigtravel.com/sites/default/files/2026-09/map_East_Africa_2027.jpg) ### Tour Highlights - EXTENSIVE GAME DRIVES: Experience the legendary wildlife of the Masai Mara and Serengeti. Search for elephants, lions, leopards and buffalo in Tarangire, and the Big Five at Sweetwaters. Explore Lake Nakuru among flamingos and rhinos. - CONSERVATION ENCOUNTERS: Meet orphaned elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Hand-feed endangered giraffes at the Giraffe Centre, where more than forty have been bred and returned to the wild. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. - UNESCO & ANCIENT EARTH: Explore the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, both UNESCO Natural World Heritage Sites. - CULTURAL MOMENTS: Discover Kenya’s colonial past at the Karen Blixen Museum, visit Gibb’s Farm’s tropical gardens and learn about the traditional life of Tanzania’s Iraqw people. ### Inclusive Features - International flights, domestic Canadian flights and airport transfers with air-inclusive packages - Domestic flights within the destination - Carefully selected accommodation as listed, or similar - All sightseeing and entrance fees as described - Meals as indicated in the itinerary - Dedicated journey leader, national guides, and local specialists where applicable - All gratuities, surcharges, fees, and taxes - International eSIM to keep you connected - Visa support and fees for Canadian passport holders - Free insurance quote (contact us for details) ### Itinerary Overview Full View DEPART CANADA October 19, 2027 Tour members gather in Toronto for the overnight flights to Nairobi. ARRIVE NAIROBI, KENYA October 20, 2027 Welcome to Kenya! We’ll be greeted and transported to our hotel near the city centre. ***DoubleTree by Hilton - 2 nights*** NAIROBI October 21, 2027 Today begins at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where we’ll meet orphaned elephants being raised for eventual return to the wild. At the Giraffe Centre, we hand-feed endangered Rothschild’s giraffes from a raised platform. More than 40 giraffes bred here have since been released into Kenya’s parks and reserves. After a relaxed lunch at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden, we tour the author’s 1912 farmhouse, where she lived until 1931, and discover the furnishings, stories, and history connected to her life in Kenya. Breakfast, Lunch NAIROBI / SWEETWATERS October 22, 2027 Heading north towards Central Kenya, we traverse a region of rolling farmlands and open plains. Near the base of Mount Kenya, we reach Ol Pejeta, home to the last two northern white rhinos on earth. After settling in, we embark on our first game drive. A standout feature of our stay awaits at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a special haven for about 40 orphaned and rescued chimpanzees, established through collaboration between the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), and the Jane Goodall Institute. ***Sweetwaters Serena Camp - 2 nights*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner SWEETWATER RESERVE October 23, 2027 Following an early breakfast, we set out into the conservancy for a full day of game drives. We travel deep into the reserve seeking out impala and elephants that move here in herds, and the lions and leopards that reward a patient eye. By late afternoon, we return to camp, where the day settles quietly over the surrounding plains. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner LAKE NAKURU October 24, 2027 Venture around the Aberdare Mountains and towards Lake Nakuru, a landscape of striking beauty and rich biodiversity. Lake Nakuru National Park hosts vibrant flocks of lesser flamingos and diverse game, including lions, leopards, rhinos, and hyenas. After lunch, indulge in a game drive around the lake before a comfortable overnight stay. ***Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge - 1 night*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner MASAI MARA October 25, 2027 Travel down the valley into the core of the Masai Mara, the beating heart of Kenya’s safari experience. As the Great Migration is a year-round cycle event driven by rainfall, we may have a chance to witness herds of wildebeest and zebras begin drifting south, exiting Kenya back into Tanzania. Enjoy game drives as we travel through this exciting reserve. ***Mara Serena Safari Lodge - 3 nights (BLD)*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner MASAI MARA October 26, 2027 Two full days of game drives follow at the Mara, home to the Big Five, as well as large herds of plains game and an incredible variety of bird species. Lions hold territory here in remarkable numbers, cheetahs favour the open plains where there is space to run, and leopards keep to the wooded riverbanks. Moving between them are buffalo, zebras and giraffes that graze here year-round, while hippos crowd the pools of the Mara River. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner MASAI MARA October 27, 2027 Explore the park's abundance of game, blessed with permanent water. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner ISIBANIA / SERENGETI, TANZANIA October 28, 2027 Departing by air for Isibania, we cross into Tanzania before catching a connecting flight into the Serengeti. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for hosting some of the oldest and most complex ecosystems on Earth. After touching down and meeting our local driving team, we head to our deluxe lodge to unpack and unwind amidst the iconic savanna. ***Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge - 3 nights*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner SERENGETI October 29, 2027 Enjoy exhilarating 4x4 safari drives in vehicles featuring open tops for optimal game viewing. Seek out diverse wildlife, from predators like cheetahs and hyenas to the renowned Big Five: elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, and perhaps even the occasional rhino. Relax by the pool during breaks between drives, immersing yourself in the captivating African ambiance. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner SERENGETI, TANZANIA October 30, 2027 Enjoy another day at Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, with morning and afternoon game drives capturing unforgettable moments amid the Serengeti’s wildlife and stunning landscapes. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner SERENGETI / NGORONGORO October 31, 2027 We leave the Serengeti after breakfast and drive east towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Ahead lies the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera, two thousand feet deep and a hundred square miles across, with some 25,000 large animals living inside its walls. Few places on earth gather wildlife so tightly. We spend time here on the crater floor, home to one of Africa’s densest populations of lions, as well as elephant bulls carrying impressive tusks, and a small, closely watched group of black rhinos. We continue to the Karatu area. ***Ngorongoro Farm House Lodge - 1 night (BLD)*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK November 1, 2027 We begin the morning in the company of the Iraqw, a people who have farmed these highlands for generations. Walking the local area with our hosts, we learn something of daily life here before lunch at Gibb’s Farm, a coffee plantation founded in the 1920s where much of what reaches the table is grown on the property. The afternoon takes us on to Tarangire, 1,100 square miles of baobab-dotted country threaded by the river that gives the park its name and draws wildlife through the dry months. The park is renowned for its large elephant herds. We take the drive in slowly, watching as we go. ***Tarangire Sopa Lodge - 2 nights*** Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK November 2, 2027 Enjoy a full day exploring Tarangire National Park, renowned for its towering baobab trees, and rich diversity of wildlife. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner KILIMANJARO / CANADA November 3, 2027 We leave Tarangire behind and drive north, as farmland and the green foothills around Arusha replace the wild plains of safari country. Lunch awaits at Arusha Coffee Lodge, nestled within the peaceful surroundings of a coffee plantation. The afternoon begins at Shanga, a social enterprise where local artisans, many of them living with disabilities, create beautiful handmade crafts. At the Tanzanite Experience Museum, we discover the origins and heritage of Tanzania’s famous blue gemstone, found only in the Merelani Hills at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. We continue to Kilimanjaro International Airport for our overnight flights home. Breakfast, Lunch ARRIVE CANADA November 4, 2027 Arriving in Toronto this afternoon, we make flight connections home across Canada. 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Contact Jen Craig at JCraig \[at\] craigtravel.com or call [1-800-387-8890](tel:1-800-387-8890) ### Tour Cost in Canadian Dollars Per Person Land Only* (Join at first hotel / Leave at last hotel) $16,595 Toronto $18,995 Montreal / Ottawa (Join Montreal) $19,195 Halifax / Winnipeg $19,395 St. John’s / Calgary / Edmonton $19,495 Regina / Saskatoon $19,545 Vancouver $19,495 Victoria $19,545 Single Supplement $1,995 [Book Now](https://enrollment.craigtravel.com/booking?departurecode=TAF191027:20271019) ### **Payment and Booking Terms** Final payment is due **June 16, 2027**. Deposit is **$1,500 per person**. Prices are in Canadian dollars per person. Land-only members join at the hotel in Nairobi and leave at the hotel in Tarangire. Air-inclusive rate includes economy-class airfare. Airfares from other gateways are available on request. ***Land-only price includes all domestic flights within the destination.*** **SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE** **Limited to 20 members** Tour price is based on sharing a twin-bedded room. Prices are based on a minimum of 20 members and on rates, taxes and fees effective September 2026 and are subject to change due to factors beyond our control. Group to be escorted with a minimum of 20 members. For full details, visit our [terms and conditions webpage](https://www.craigtravel.com/terms-conditions). [Travel insurance](https://www.craigtravel.com/travel-insurance) is NOT INCLUDED but is highly recommended. Premiums are calculated based on the individual’s age, destination (country), trip length, and trip booking window – please contact our staff to receive a quote. Your coverage starts on the effective date of your confirmation of coverage. Please discuss your insurance coverage prior to booking. #### CT Rating **3.5/5 - CHALLENGING** While we will be staying in superior lodges and hotels throughout this journey, members should be aware that travel in Africa is often over very rough dusty roads, in small 4x4 vehicles with difficult access. Members will require immunization against yellow fever and should take precautions against malaria. A yellow fever certification may be required to enter Tanzania. The itinerary may be affected by local conditions and late adjustments may be required. All participants must be in good physical condition to fully enjoy this adventure. 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