Classic Safari
Journey through Kenya and Tanzania with safaris, wildlife, and Maasai cultural traditions.
Highlights
- Meet giraffes at the Nairobi Giraffe Centre and visit Maasai villages for cultural immersion.
- Witness Amboseli’s elephant herds and birdlife at Lake Manyara, described as “Africa’s loveliest lake.”
- Explore Ngorongoro Conservation Area and visit Olduvai Gorge, site of human evolution discoveries.
- Experience thrilling game drives in the Serengeti and Maasai Mara, staying in top-rated lodges.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Odysseys Unlimited.
Itinerary
Day 1: Depart U.S. for Nairobi, Kenya
Day 2: Nairobi
Day 3: Nairobi
Day 4: Nairobi | Amboseli
Day 5: Amboseli
Day 6: Amboseli | Lake Manyara, Tanzania
Day 7: Lake Manyara | Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater
Day 9: Ngorongoro | Serengeti National Park
Day 10: Serengeti
Day 11: Serengeti | Maasai Mara, Kenya
Day 12: Maasai Mara
Day 13: Maasai Mara
Day 14: Maasai Mara | Nairobi
Day 15: Nairobi | Depart for U.S.
Host
Ellen Meader
Managing director, Center for Global Health Equity
U-M Role
I lead the day-to-day operations of the Center for Global Health Equity and serve as a partner in our strategic planning and international collaborations. The center has supported projects in 24 countries to advance global health research.
What Excites You About the Trip?
I’ve traveled to Kenya, Rwanda, and Senegal through my work with the Center for Global Health Equity, so I’m excited about the Classic Safari trip in January 2027 because it’s a chance to share what I’ve found so meaningful: seeing wildlife in their natural habitats and learning from the local guides and communities who know these landscapes best.
Available to Book
Jan. 17-Feb. 1, 2027
Starting price
$12,696
Deposit per person
$650
Countries Visited
Kenya, Tanzania
Activity Level
Medium
Jan. 17-Feb. 1, 2027
Starting price
$12,696
*Single supplement applies
Deposit per person
$650
Countries Visited
Kenya, Tanzania
Activity Level
Medium
Michigan Alumni Travel is an exclusive member benefit. All travelers, regardless of alumni status, must be members to attend our trips. See our full membership options.
