12-day Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Camping Group Safari
€3.399,00
This is a starting price
- 12-day group safari Kenya and Tanzania with transport in a safari adventure truck
- camping equipment (bring your own sleeping bag, pillow, towel, and headlamp)
- Guidance by 2 experienced, English-speaking guides
- Entrance fees for the mentioned National Parks and activities
- Game drives and activities as described
- meals as described
Travel code AOL 1002
Description
In short
A classic camping trip group safari all the highlights of Kenya Okay Tanzania.
The route goes via the Great Rift Valley to Mount Longonot, Hell’s Gate National Park, Masai Mara National Game Reserve, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater.
A beautiful variety of landscapes and a great diversity of animals and birds.
Naturally, you will also be introduced to the colourful Masai clan.
Programme
Day 1: Nairobi
Around 6:00 PM, there will be a briefing at the La Mada hotel by the guide about the arrangements for the trip.
Afterwards, dinner in Nairobi (not included and optional).
Overnight stay at the La Mada Nairobi hotel in a double room on a bed and breakfast basis. (hotel)
- Overnight stay: double room, en-suite bathroom
- Meals included: none (dinner at own expense)
- Distance: 40 km, approx. 45 minutes' drive
- For more information, see: www.madahotels.com/hotel-la-mada-nairobi
Day 2: Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve
Depart from Nairobi and drive via the Great Rift Valley towards the Masai Mara National Game Reserve.
On the way to the Mara, there are many small Maasai villages where we stop here and there to get acquainted with this special tribe.
The camp for the next two days is located just outside the Masai Mara Park.
Arrival at the Oldarpoi Mara Camp at the end of the afternoon and a delicious dinner around the campfire.
Overnight stay at the Oldarpoi Mara Camp campsite in a double dome tent. (campsite)
- Activity includes: scenic route through the Great Rift Valley
- Overnight stay: camping Oldarpoi Mara Camp, two-person dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Distance: 230 km
- For more information, see: www.oldarpoimaracamp.co.ke
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
Early breakfast and departure from the camp for a full day of game driving in the Maasai Mara.
The Maasai Mara is known for its large number of animals and, of course, the annual ”Great Migration” of wildebeest and zebras.
Picnic lunch in a beautiful spot on the banks of the Mara River.
At the end of the day, back to the camp for dinner.
Overnight stay at the campsite of Oldarpoi Maasai Mara Camp in a double dome tent. (campsite)
- Activity includes: full day game drive in the Maasai Mara, Masai Mara National Reserve entrance fees
- Overnight stay: camping Oldarpoi Mara Camp, two-person dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4: Masai Mara - Mount Longonot - Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart from the Masai Mara and drive north into the Great Rift Valley.
On the way to Mount Longonot National Park, a stop is made to enjoy the view of the Great Rift Valley and to visit an extinct volcano.
In the afternoon, a guided hike through Mount Longonot National Park, offering magnificent views over the Great Rift Valley.
The last eruption of Mount Longonot volcano was in 1860. With a bit of luck, the first wildlife can be spotted.
During the hike, a picnic lunch will be eaten at a scenic spot along the way.
After visiting Mount Longonot National Park, drive to the campsite on the shores of Lake Naivasha.
Upon arrival, set up the tents and relax around the campfire.
Overnight stay at Camp Carnelly’s campsite on Lake Naivasha in a double dome tent. (campsite)
- Activity includes: Hike Mount Longonot National Park (6km), Mount Longonot National Park entrance fee
- Overnight stay: Camping Camp Carnelly's, two-person dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Distance: 225 km
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- For more information, see: www.campcarnelleys.com
Day 5: Lake Naivasha - Hells Gate National Park
Today, an early breakfast drive to the famous Hell's Gate National Park for a game drive. The park is home to animals such as zebra, giraffe, buffalo, and various antelope species.
Hell's Gate National Park is a small park centred around the dormant volcano Mount Longonot. The park's name suggests the worst, but it is actually a very calm and peaceful area with an overwhelming volcanic landscape.
Besides small game, there are also lions, cheetahs, and leopards. After visiting Hell’s Gate Park, return to the camp for lunch. In the afternoon, a boat cruise will be taken on Lake Naivasha in search of hippos and the many bird species.
To round off the day, take a short car ride to Elsamere, the home of the renowned George and Joy Adamson. Here, you can learn more about the work of Joy and George Adamson and the Elsa Conservation Trust. There is also a small museum that can be visited.
After the tour, a typical English “high tea” before starting the journey back to the camp.
Arriving at the camp in the late afternoon and dinner around the campfire.
Overnight stay at Camp Carnelly's campsite by Lake Naivasha in a double dome tent. (campsite)
- Activity includes: guided walk in Hells Gate National Park including entrance fees, boat trip on Lake Naivasha, visit to Elsamere Lodge for a high tea
- Overnight stay: camping at Camp Carnelly's campsite, two-person dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Optional activity: Mountain bike trip in Hells Gate N.P.
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Distance: 30 km
Day 6: Lake Naivasha – Arusha
After breakfast, pack up camp and drive towards the border with Tanzania.
After customs formalities and border crossing, drive to Tanzania's “safari capital”, Arusha with the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro in the background. Arrival in the afternoon and the rest of the afternoon at your leisure in Arusha.
Overnight stay at the Forest Hill Carnival hotel in a double room with an en-suite bathroom. (hotel)
- Overnight stay: Forest Hill Carnival hotel, double room with en-suite bathroom
- Meals included: breakfast and lunch
- Distance: 375 km
- For more information, see: www.foresthill.co.tz
Day 7: Arusha – Serengeti National Park
Depart from Arusha and drive to the world-famous Serengeti National Park.
The park offers large concentrations of antelopes, zebras, wildebeest and typical African vistas with acacia trees and endless grasslands.
On the way to the camp, game driving in search of the BIG FIVE.
Arrival at the camp at the end of the day.
Overnight stay at the Serengeti Ngiri camp campsite in a two-person dome tent. (camping)
- Activities include: game drive in Serengeti National Park including entrance fee, Ngorongoro Conservation Area including entrance fee
- Overnight stay: camping Serengeti Ngiri Camp, double dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Distance: 300 km
Day 8: Serengeti National Park
An early start and a cup of coffee around the campfire.
Afterwards, depart the camp for a full day game drive in Serengeti National Park with a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the park.
Overnight stay at the Serengeti Ngiri camp campsite in a two-person dome tent. (camping)
- Activity includes: full day game drive in Serengeti National Park, including entrance fees
- Overnight stay: camping Serengeti Ngiri Camp, double dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area
Early start for a final game drive in Serengeti National Park.
Afterwards, break camp and depart from the Serengeti. Drive towards the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area.
Along the way, many Maasai settlements and herders tending their cattle.
This evening's campsite is located on the edge of the Ngorongoro crater and offers a great view.
Overnight stay at the Simba Camp campsite in a double dome tent (campsite)
- Activity inclusive: game drive in Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area including entrance fees
- Overnight stay: camping in Simba Camp, twin-share dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Distance: 130 km
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area - Mto Wa Mbu
Rising at first light and driving to the Ngorongoro Crater in small 4×4 safari vehicles for a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater.
The Ngorongoro Crater is often called the 8th wonder of the world, and upon arrival you will see for yourself why.
Today is a great chance to see the famous Big Five: the elephant, leopard, buffalo, lion, and rhinoceros.
Upon returning to the Simba camp, lunch and dismantling of the tents.
After that, you will drive to the village of Mto Wa Mbu. Arrive at the camp and the afternoon is at your leisure.
Overnight stay at the Twiga Camp campsite in a two-person dome tent. (campsite)
- Including: half-day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater with 4x4 safari vehicle, Masai encounter
- Overnight stay: camping Mto-Wa-Bhu Lodge, two-person dome tent
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Distance: 65 km
- For more information, see: www.twigalodgecampsite.co.tz
Day 11: Mto Wa Mbu
After breakfast and a walk with a local guide through the Masai village of Mto Wa Mbu to learn about their way of life, customs, and culture.
Opportunity for lunch at a local village restaurant (at own expense).
The afternoon is at your leisure to explore Mto Wa Mbu, visit a local market and buy some nice souvenirs.
Overnight stay at the Twiga Camp campsite in a two-person dome tent. (campsite)
- Activity includes: guided visit to Mto Wa Mbu, visit to a local market
- Overnight stay: Twiga Camp campsite, double dome tent and shared shower/toilet facilities
- Meals inclusive: breakfast, dinner
Day 12: Mto Wa Mbu – (Arusha Airport) - Nairobi
Depart from Twiga Camp after breakfast and transfer via Arusha Airport to Nairobi (city or airport).
A magnificent view of Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day.
End of arrangement Upon arrival in Nairobi. (You can be dropped off at the airport en route to Nairobi city centre).
- Distance: 365 km
- Meals included: breakfast
Reisom
12-DAY KENYA AND TANZANIA WILDLIFE SAFARI CAMPING SAFARI TRIP
- €3399 per person (when departing between 01-01-2026 and 31-12-2026)
This price is based on two travellers per room.
For solo travellers; accommodation during the safari will be shared with a person of the same sex (at no extra cost) or a supplement of €317 per person (2026) for a single tent/room during the trip.
Arrival and/or departure transfer optional to book at €80,- per person
Optional extras:
- Extra overnight stay in Nairobi at the beginning or end of the trip: €85 (2026) per person per night in a double room based on two people per room.
- Single room supplement €35 (2026) per person per night.
- Arrival and/or departure transfer optional to book for €30 per person
Prices for departures after 31-12-2026 are not yet available. If you are interested, please send us an email. Contact form.
Departure dates 2026:
January: 04, 18
February: 01, 15
March: 01, 15, 29
12th, 26th April
May:10, 24
June: 07, 21
July: 05, 19
August: 2, 16, 30
September: 13, 27
October: 11, 25
November: 08, 22
December: 06, 20
Extension of the journey
If you prefer a longer or shorter stay in Kenya or Tanzania, or an extension of your trip, for example to Mombasa or Zanzibar, then that is naturally possible.
A tailor-made trip to your personal wishes is also possible.
If you inform us of your travel wishes, we will gladly provide you with a competitive quote, free of charge.
Extensions in Zanzibar are available from €0.45 per day (excluding flights from Arusha to Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam, costing from approx. US$ 325 per person, including airport tax)
Combination
It is possible to combine this trip with any other safari in Tanzania, Kenya, Zanzibar, Uganda, etc.
If you are interested and let us know your travel wishes, we will be happy to prepare a quote for you.
Flight price estimate
Price indication from €750,- per person including airport tax (this price is dependent on season and available booking class).
The price indication is based on a KLM flight.
If you would prefer to fly with a different airline, that is of course also possible.
The price for this is available upon request.
Incl./excl. with this trip
Travel information
Number of participants:
Our camping safaris are run in small groups to offer the best and most flexible programme possible.
Small groups mean more time for the traveller, shorter waiting times and a cosy, personal atmosphere during the trip.
The average age on this tour is 38-45, but ages range from 18 to 65 years.
The minimum age for children is, in principle, 12 years, but depending on the trip and provided they are accompanied by at least one adult, younger ages may also be permitted upon request.
For travellers over 55, a case-by-case assessment can be made to determine the suitability of the requested journey, and a medical “fitness to travel” certificate may be requested from your GP.
Guaranteed departure from 4 people / maximum 16 participants.
Language
The journey is always accompanied by 2 experienced English-speaking certified guides/drivers for optimal knowledge, information and individual attention.
Visa
For travel to Kenya and Tanzania, you must be in possession of a valid Dutch passport that is valid for at least 6 months after your return from the trip, and an entry visa.
You should arrange this before leaving the Netherlands. For Kenya https://evisa.go.ke/evisa.html as Tanzania https://eservices.immigration.go.tzcan an electronic visa be applied for.
There also need to be sufficient blank pages next to each other in the passport for the necessary stamps.
If you hold a nationality other than Dutch, please check with the consulate of the country concerned. Afrika Online does not provide visas.
For information, please visit the visa service website: www.visum.nl.
Should one not be in possession of a valid passport and/or travel documents during the trip, any consequences will be for the individual's own account. (subject to change)
Overnight stays
Camping: 9 nights in campsites within or near National Parks or villages. Campsites in Tanzania are generally basic, meaning shared shower and toilet facilities.
Sometimes a campsite can also be beautifully located, but the disadvantage is that there are fewer facilities. The camping equipment; Spacious and comfortable igloo tent of 2.2 x 2.2 x 1.8 metres which are easy to set up/take down.
The tents are equipped with two camp stretchers. Furthermore, there are mattresses of approx. 5 cm thick and comfortable camping chairs with backrests.
Hotels 2 nights in a nice hotel. 1 night in the La Mada hotel in Nairobi and 1 night in the Forest Hill Carnival hotel in Arusha.
Tweepersoonsslaapkamer met ensuite badkamer.
Tijdens de reis wordt uw medewerking gevraagd bij het opzetten en afbreken van de tenten en het kamp.
Hospitals and healthcare
Er zijn kleine veldziekenhuizen verspreid over Kenia Tanzania. Grotere ziekenhuizen zijn er alleen in Nairobi, Mombasa, Arusha en Dar es Salaam.
It is therefore also important to inquire about recommended vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis well in advance of departure.
Ook is het verstandig om een kleine reisapotheek samen te stellen met o.a. imodium tegen diarree, ORS enz. (kijk ook even op www.gezondheidsnet.nl/reisapotheek
The Flying Doctors Society of Africa offers temporary membership for tourists for a small fee. In return, “members” receive free air transport to a hospital or medical centre in the event of a serious accident or severe illness while on safari.
Malaria
De beste manier om malaria te voorkomen is er voor zorgen dat u niet wordt gebeten.
Draag in de schemer (ochtend en avond) lange broeken en shirts met lange mouwen en gebruik een muggenspray met het middel DEET op enkels, handen en nek.
In addition, it is highly recommended to take good malaria prophylaxis. Please consult your GGD for more information.
Photography
Het is in Kenia en Tanzania verboden om foto’s te nemen van de President, de politie, militairen, gevangenissen en vliegvelden.
Indien u een foto wilt nemen van de lokale bevolking is het aan te raden om vooraf toestemming te vragen hiervoor.
Voor u mag het een dierbare herinnering zijn aan uw vakantie maar veel bewoners van Kenia en Tanzania zijn bijgelovig en willen niet dat u een foto van hen neemt.
Hou uw camera in een stofvrije zak of container.
Transport
Vervoer tijdens de reis is per 17 persoon safari adventure truck.
Comfortable travel and excellent for game drives.
Travel – Cancellation Insurance
Taking out travel insurance is mandatory. It is recommended to take out cancellation insurance.
AfrikaOnline is unfortunately unable to arrange insurance.
We kindly request that you provide us with the name of the insurer and the policy numbers of both insurances by email to AfrikaOnline as soon as possible and well before your departure.
Participation
Deze reis is geschikt voor kinderen en alhoewel de afstanden tussen de verschillende parken soms aan de lange kant zijn is er onderweg voldoende tijd om te stoppen en zijn er interessante dingen te zien onderweg.
Om optimaal van deze reis te kunnen genieten raden we aan niet te reizen met kinderen jonger dan 12 jaar (uitzonderingen daar gelaten).
Ook raden we aan dat er voor elk kind onder de 16 jaar tenminste 1 volwassenen meereist.
Medical conditions:
Anyone in good health may participate in this trip.
Luggage
Reistas (i.v.m. met de ruimte in de auto is het beste om de bagage in een reistas of rugzak mee te nemen, (harde) koffers niet toegestaan) met maximaal 20 kg per persoon plus een klein rugzakje voor persoonlijke items als camera, zonnebrand creme, waterfles etc.
Reservations
Agent behoudt het recht om een programma te wijzigen indien de agent dit nodig acht vanwege bepaalde condities, overmacht
of onvoorziene omstandigheden.
Should the vehicle break down, the agent will not be responsible for alternative accommodation other than camping, and there will be no compensation for flights or similar.
The agent asks for a compensation form to be signed upon arrival and before departure of the trip.
Failure to sign this form may result in the passenger being refused travel.
AfrikaOnline – Tel: 070 401 4092
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