The 7 Best Safari Holiday Adventures

The 7 Best Safari Adventures

With so many options for safari holidays available to you in today’s world, it can sometimes be difficult to figure out which ones you simply can’t miss.

Safaris are wonderful, unforgettable vacations that are perfect for families, solo travelers, or just those who want a little more adventure in your life.

When you’re ready to explore the world, you need to know the safari holidays that will give you the best possible experience.

Read on to learn which ones you should book — whether you want to explore Kenya, Tanzania, or the best of both worlds.

1. 6-Day Maasai Mara And Lake Nakuru Safari

If you’re interested in safari holidays that combine the exploration of other cultures with the stunning beauty of wildlife and scenery that you can’t see anywhere else, then the 6-day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru safari is for you.

You’ll begin your trip in Nairobi, Kenya, where you’ll be greeted by a private driver and your guide. You’ll have plenty of time to relax and recover from your flight so that you can start your safari the next day.

On the second day, you’ll take a breathtaking drive to Maasai Mara, where you’ll have the opportunity to see the famous Great Rift Valley and the local culture of Narok.

Then, your animal safari will begin.

As you explore the grasslands, you’ll see lions, zebras, Cape buffalo, and much more. You’ll be kept safe by your guide and your driver, and you’ll have a lot of opportunities to take photographs.

At the Maasai Mara National Reserve, you’ll have the opportunity to see the famous “Big Five” animals. In recent years, a massive migration of wildebeests will ensure that you have an experience you’ll never forget.

In addition to the animal tours, you may also be interested in touring a traditional Maasai village to interact with the residents, learn about what their lives are like, and even try some cuisine!

Finish your safari with a stunning hot air balloon ride across the Maasai Mara plains.

2. The 5-Day Tanzania Safari

Next up on our list of the safari holidays you can’t afford to miss?

A 5-day private safari tour in Tanzania.

Your day will begin in Arusha, where you’ll be driven to Lake Manyara to begin your safari experience. One of the best things about this tour is the fact that you’re very likely to encounter lions resting in the trees!

You should also expect to see flamingos, zebras, elephants, giraffes, and even gazelles. You’ll go out twice during the day, once in the early morning, and then again in the evening.

The following day, you’ll get to spend some time in the magical Olduvai Gorge, which is one of the most famous archeological sites in the world. You’ll learn about what life was like for pre-historic humans, and will have lots of opportunities to take photos.

Then, you’ll head to the Serengeti. You’ll learn all about the Great Migration, spot wild big cats, and much more. The following day, you’ll spend yet another day in the Serengeti, spotting even more animals.

Especially if you’re interested in bird life, then this is the safari for you.

You’ll also have the chance to visit Ngorongoro, a World Heritage Site that will leave you breathless. You should especially take in the stunning Ngorongoro crater.

On your final day, you’ll go for one last safari, before you’re driven back to the Arusha airport. You should be able to see rhinos, buffalos, elephants, and of course, the king of the jungle himself, the lion.

You’ll also be treated to a picnic, so you won’t fly home on an empty stomach!

3. The 11-Day Kenyan And Tanzanian Safari

Are you looking for safari holidays that combine the best of both experiences?

If you have a little more time, then you ought to consider the combined Kenya and Tanzania tour, which lasts for eleven days.

While in Kenya, you’ll be able to take a look at some of the oldest human fossils in the world. You’ll also see the hundreds of flamingos that call Lake Manyara home, in addition to having the time to take a tour of a traditional Maasai village.

You’ll also have a chance to visit the Amboseli National Park, which is home to some of the biggest herds of free-roaming elephants.

In Tanzania, you’ll take countless game drives, giving you plenty of time to see the animals you’ve always dreamed of meeting.

Best of all?

You’ll be transferred to and from the Nairobi airport and any other stops along the tour, so you’ll never have to worry about your personal safety while traveling.

You’ll also be treated to wonderful meals, bed and breakfast accommodations perfect for a family of any size, and much more.

We’re confident that this is one of the safari holidays that you and your family will never forget.

Which Of These Safari Holidays Will You Try?

We hope that this post has made you excited about the prospect of taking one — or more — safari holidays with your family in the future.

Whether you choose to go to Kenya, Tanzania, or the combined tour, we work hard to ensure that you have the best experience possible.

Ready to book your trip, or want to learn more about how our safaris combine education and fun?

If so, spend some time on our website, and always feel free to reach out to us with any questions.

We can’t wait to see you in Africa!