Western Kenya & Serengeti Discovery
Western Kenya & Serengeti Discovery is a 11-day / 10-night cross-border road safari travelling from Nairobi through Kakamega Forest, Kisumu, Lake Victoria, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Amboseli before…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Western Kenya & Serengeti Discovery is a 11-day / 10-night cross-border road safari travelling from Nairobi through Kakamega Forest, Kisumu, Lake Victoria, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and Amboseli before concluding in Nairobi. The route ranges from Kenya's remaining equatorial rainforest, birdlife and primate habitat in Kakamega Forest, lakeside scenery, island communities and the cultural landscapes of western East Africa in Kisumu, and lakeside scenery, island communities and the cultural landscapes of western East Africa in Lake Victoria before continuing through additional contrasting landscapes. The cross-border routing is coordinated to connect the neighbouring ecosystems while allowing time for game drives on both sides of the frontier.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
Kakamega Forest: Kenya's remaining equatorial rainforest, birdlife and primate habitat.
Kisumu: lakeside scenery, island communities and the cultural landscapes of western East Africa.
Lake Victoria: lakeside scenery, island communities and the cultural landscapes of western East Africa.
Serengeti National Park: vast plains, dramatic wildlife concentrations and one of Africa's most celebrated safari landscapes.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area: the spectacular crater landscape and concentrated wildlife of the Ngorongoro highlands.
A continuous Kenya-Tanzania journey with coordinated border formalities and experienced local guides.
Depart Nairobi and travel by road to Kakamega Forest. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a guided rainforest walk and nature interpretation.
Depart Kakamega Forest and travel by road to Kisumu. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a lake, cultural or nature experience as scheduled.
Depart Kisumu and travel by road to Lake Victoria. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a lake, cultural or nature experience as scheduled.
Depart Lake Victoria and travel by road to Serengeti National Park. Complete the required border formalities at Isebania/Sirari with assistance from border representatives and guides. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives through the Serengeti's varied habitats.
Spend the day enjoying morning and afternoon game drives through the Serengeti's varied habitats. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Serengeti National Park and travel by road to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a crater descent and game drive, subject to park operating arrangements.
Spend the day enjoying a crater descent and game drive, subject to park operating arrangements. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Ngorongoro Conservation Area and travel by road to Tarangire National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives through Tarangire National Park.
Depart Tarangire National Park and travel by road to Amboseli National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy game drives across Amboseli's plains, wetlands and acacia woodland.
Spend the day enjoying game drives across Amboseli's plains, wetlands and acacia woodland. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
After breakfast and, time permitting, a final morning experience, begin the onward road journey to Nairobi. The safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel, airport or onward departure point in Nairobi.
Included
- Transport in a custom safari vehicle suited to the road sectors shown in the itinerary.
- Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides and local guides where required.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Scheduled game drives, excursions and transfers described in the itinerary.
- Park, reserve, conservancy and attraction fees listed under Inclusions.
- Bottled drinking water during the principal safari transfers and game drives.
Not included
- International flights unless listed under Inclusions.
- Visa costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Premium drinks, laundry and personal purchases unless otherwise stated.
- Optional activities, private arrangements and permit upgrades not listed under Inclusions.
- Gratuities and any service not listed under Inclusions.
Timing depends on your destination and interests. Your consultant will recommend the best window for wildlife, weather and availability when building your quote.
Yes — every safari is privately quoted. We can adjust duration, swap camps, add extensions, or design this around a specific occasion.
Our standard quotes are for private departures of 2–6 guests. Larger family or affinity groups are accommodated with dedicated vehicles and guides.
Most camps accept children from age 6, with selected properties offering dedicated family suites and guide programmes for younger guests.
Route
Where this journey takes you.
Nairobi – Kakamega Forest – Kisumu – Lake Victoria – Isebania/Sirari – Serengeti – Ngorongoro – Tarangire – Amboseli – Nairobi
