Kenya is one of the iconic safari destinations in Africa. It is home to some of the most sought after wildlife reserves, including the Masai Mara, which together with the Serengeti, hosts the Great Migration from July to October.
Tanzania is a fascinating travel destination embodied by Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak; the Serengeti National Park, home to one of the best wildlife shows in the world the wildebest migration; and the Ngorongoro Crater with its unbelievable density of animals in an exctinct caldera.
Uganda, known as 'The Pearl of Africa', is a country filled with rolling hills, adventurous activities, beautiful scenery, and most famously, the Mountain Gorillas.
Rwanda is not only the land of a thousand hills, but also a country rich in flora and fauna, particularly primates and most famously, the rare Silverback mountain gorilla. in fact, Gorilla Trekking is one of the main drawcards to this beautiful country
An East Africa Safari gives visitors the chance to witness the annual wildebeest migration, witness the Big Five, go Gorilla Trekking and encounter some of the most spectacular cultures that will leave a permanent mark in your travel experiences.
A short safari excursion is a great way to exprience the destinations you travelling. By engaging in off the track activities, you get to explore the aspects of safari outside the norms of a typical safari itinerary.
Image Travel Limited offers tailored safaris to fit both your dreams and budget,with the experience of putting together safaris throughout East Africa. We cover all four East African countries – Kenya, Tanzania,Uganda and Rwanda – regions rich in their variety of African wildlife.
12 Days Ultimate East Africa Experience - Safari Overview
There are some experiences that are simply so extraordinary that they become iconic – places that you can’t imagine not visiting when traveling to a certain region, where coming back always feels like coming home. Traversing Kenya and Tanzania’s best known safari landscapes, this is the African adventure that our guests come back to over and over again, whether to catch the thundering herds of East Africa’s spectacular Great Migration or to enjoy the wealth of resident wildlife and the magnificent scenery throughout the remainder of the year.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival Nairobi - Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport you will make your own way to the arrivals hall where you will be welcomed by an Image Travel representative who will drive you to Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill. with free Wi-Fi and a minibar, along with lovely city or park views. Our nutritious breakfast buffet includes excellent hot and cold drinks, fresh baked goods, cereals, an egg and pancake station, our signature "Morning Mary" and much more. It's a great way to kick start your day. Dine on international classics and Kenyan dishes all day in the Larder restaurant, or savor haute cuisine at Chop House, its fine dining restaurant. You can also enjoy food and glass of wine at the Humidor Bar & Cigar Lounge. Spend your 1 night stay at Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill in a Suite with en-suite bathroom. Your stay is on Bed & Breakfast basis.
Staying at
Radisson Blu Nairobi | Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2-4 Maasai Mara Game Reserve - &Beyond Kichwa Tembo
After an early breakfast, you will be driven to Nairobi Wilson Airport, where you will board a flight to Mara Kichwa Airstrip. On arrival, you will be welcomed by a member of the team from andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp, who will drive you to the camp. The quintessential Masai Mara safari delivers many attractions and is home to an excellent year-round concentration of game as well as the two million animals that make up the Great Migration. Delight in the thrills of safari during your 3 night stay at andBeyond Kichwa Tembo Masai Mara Tented Camp in a Superior View Tent with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes accommodation, all meals, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirit and beers, two daily scheduled game drives, return Kichwa Tembo airstrip transfers and laundry. Overnight at &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Superior View Tented Camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Staying at
&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Camp | Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 5-6 Northern Seengeti - &Beyond Klein's Camp
Depart the Masai Mara on a flight from Mara Kichwa Airstrip to Nairobi Wilson Airport where you will connect on to a flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Kilimanjaro International Airport is the gateway to connecting to and from Tanzania. After clearing customs and immigrations, you will board a flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Serengeti Lobo Airstrip. Upon landing,you will be collected for a scenic game drive to andBeyond Klein’s Camp. The northern parts of the Serengeti promises beautiful scenery and good to great wildlife sightings for most part of the year.Explore and discover during your 2 night stay at andBeyond Kleins Camp in an intimate Cottage with ensuite bathroom with shower only. Your stay includes three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, scheduled safari activities, refreshments on game drives and laundry. Overnight at &Beyond Klein's Camp. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 7-9 Serengeti National Park - Serengeti Under Canvas
Drive back to the airstrip for a flight to &BEYOND Serengeti Under Canvas. The luxurious tented camps of &BEYOND Serengeti Under Canvas move around the park year-round, attempting to anticipate the movements of the Great Migration and exploring the remote and beautiful corners of the Serengeti with excellent resident game Go on a game drive, game drives are tailored to suit your preference, with a choice between shorter, twice-daily drives or one full-day game drive, with a stop for a picnic lunch. The game drives are carefully planned to anticipate the progress of the Great Migration, so you should not have to travel too far to see the vast herds. However, if the Migration has moved off, or the dramatic river crossings are in progress, you may choose to spend more time on the vehicle in order to maximise your chances of seeing this incredible phenomenon. Overnight at &BEYOND Serengeti Under Canvas. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Staying at
&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10-11 Ngorongoro Crater in Northern Tanzania
Take a scheduled flight to Manyara Airstrip where you will be welcomed by a member of the &BEYOND Ngorongoro Crater Lodge team, who will drive you to the lodge. The Ngorongoro Crater in Northern Tanzania, once a gigantic volcano, is the largest intact caldera in the world. Some maintain that before it erupted, it would have been higher than Mt Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. Go on a game drive to search for endangered black rhino, giant tusked elephants wander the forests, big-maned lions and flamingos which seasonally crowd the soda lakes. An estimated 25 000 large mammals are resident in this bowl of plenty, including a population of approximately 6 000 resident wildebeest, 16 highly endangered black rhino and around 70 lions. Cheetah move in and out of the Crater, while leopard is most often encountered in the spectacular Lerai Forest. Book a Crater Floor Banquet, a gourmet feast served in one of the most unique settings in Africa. Descend into the scenic landscape of the Ngorongoro Crater and enjoy the incredible density of wildlife before making your way to a private picnic spot on the Crater floor. Overnight at &BEYOND Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Today, we wave a fond farewell. After a scrumptious breakfast, you will be collected for your flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport from Lake Manyara Aistrrip, where you will board your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
12 Days Ultimate East Africa Experience - Price Overview
Season
Travel Period
Single Rate
PPS Rate
High Season
Jan 11, 2026 – Feb 28, 2026
$18,306
$13,068
Low Season
Apr 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026
$16,140
$11,184
High Season
Jun 1, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026
$20,298
$14,412
Peak Season
Jul 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
Dec 20, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027
The herds are moving into the southern plains of the Serengeti, around Ndutu, Kusini, and Naabi. The short grasses here are rich in nutrients, preparing the females for calving.
February
This is the peak calving month. Hundreds of thousands of wildebeest calves are born, often within a few weeks of each other. This spectacle attracts a high concentration of predators, making it an excellent time for predator-prey sightings.
March
The calves are a few weeks old and growing quickly. The herds begin to spread out as they continue to graze on the southern plains, preparing for the long journey north.
April
The long rains begin, prompting the herds to start their movement northwest. They form long columns as they begin their trek through the central Serengeti.
May
The migration gathers momentum, with vast columns of wildebeest stretching for miles. The herds congregate in the Western Corridor, and the mating season, or "the rut," begins.
June
The dry season starts, and the wildebeest face their first major challenge: the Grumeti River. Thousands of animals must cross this crocodile-infested river, creating dramatic and intense encounters.
July
The herds continue their journey north, with many arriving in the northern Serengeti. The Grumeti River crossings are in full swing, and some of the first herds may begin to cross the even more treacherous Mara River.
August
This is one of the best months to witness the famous Mara River crossings. The herds are spread out across the northern Serengeti and the Maasai Mara, making multiple crossings back and forth over the river in search of greener pastures.
September
The river crossings continue, though the intensity may decrease. Large numbers of wildebeest are now grazing in the fertile plains of the Maasai Mara in Kenya.
October
As the dry season approaches its climax, the wildebeest start to slowly move back into the Serengeti from the Maasai Mara, heading east and south.
November
The short rains begin, signaling the herds to make a decisive move south towards the replenished plains of the eastern Serengeti. They make their way through the Lobo and Loliondo areas.
December
The wildebeest arrive back on the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. They are widely dispersed, feeding on the fresh grass and getting ready for the next calving season.
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