Ultimate East African Odyssey

10 days—summer luxury wildlife and nature soothing Maasai Mara (Kenya), Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire (Tanzania) holiday

$5000-25000 USD

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Safari summary

Aside from the first and last day, all meals and beverages are provided
Transportation to and from the airport are included. You’ll be met at the airport by your driver/guide who will be holding up your name with a sign. He will help you fill out the customs forms and will have two bottles of water for you.

this is the definitive African safari experience.

Journey across the world's most iconic ecosystems, from the rolling plains of the Maasai Mara to the vast expanse of the Serengeti and the natural wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Designed for those who refuse to compromise, this 12-day odyssey combines unparalleled wildlife viewing with exceptional comfort, authentic cultural encounters, and seamless logistics between two legendary countries.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Kenya Tanzania
	Parks	Masai Mara Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti Tarangire
	Accesibility	This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Sightseeing | shopping | markets
Primate trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Laundry
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Hot air balloons
International flights
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrival into the Wildlife of Kenya

Arrival: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), Nairobi. Meet & Greet: Your YAS representative and private driver-guide will welcome you and assist with customs and baggage. Transfer: A scenic drive to the Karen suburb of Nairobi. Afternoon: Check into your boutique hotel. Time to relax and acclimatize. Evening: Welcome briefing and dinner, where your guide will outline the incredible journey ahead. Accommodation: Giraffe Manor or similar boutique property. Meals: Dinner

The Legendary Maasai Mara

Morning: After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to the Maasai Mara. Afternoon: You are met at the airstrip and game drive en-route to your luxury camp. Check in and enjoy a sumptuous lunch. Evening: Embark on your first game drive in the Mara, an exhilarating introduction to this rich ecosystem. Accommodation: Angama Mara (Luxury Tented Camp) - perched on the Oloololo Escarpment with breathtaking views. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Immersion in the Maasai Mara

Full Days: Two full days dedicated to exploring the Mara. Your schedule is flexible, dictated by wildlife movements. Morning Game Drives: Depart at dawn when predators are most active. Afternoon Relaxation: Time at camp to enjoy the pool, read, or watch animals at the waterhole. Evening Game Drives: Search for nocturnal creatures as the sun sets. The Great Migration (Seasonal): If traveling between July-October, we focus on the Mara River for the dramatic crossing spectacles.

Immersion in the Maasai Mara

Crossing the Border to Serengeti

Morning: A final early morning game drive followed by breakfast. Transfer: Drive to the Isebania border post. After seamless border formalities (assisted by our team), you will be met by your new Tanzanian guide. Afternoon: Enter the Serengeti National Park and begin game driving immediately towards your central Serengeti camp. Evening: Arrive at your camp, nestled in the wilderness. Accommodation: Serengeti Bushtops or Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Discovering the Plains of Serengeti

delve into the heart of the Serengeti. We tailor game drives based on the current location of the Great Migration herds (whether in the Southern plains for calving season Dec-March, or in the Western Corridor or moving North).

Exploring the Plains of Serengeti

To the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Morning: A final Serengeti game drive as you journey towards the southeast of the park. Afternoon: Exit the Serengeti and drive up into the highlands of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The climate and landscape change dramatically. Evening: Check into your lodge perched on the crater rim. Enjoy breathtaking views into the caldera below. Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge - offering an unparalleled, classic safari experience. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Ngorongoro Crater wonders

Full Day: An early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. Spend the full day with a picnic lunch exploring this 300 sq km "Garden of Eden." The crater walls create a natural enclosure for an incredibly dense population of wildlife, including the rare black rhino. This is your best chance to see the "Big Five" in a single day.

Tarangire's Giants & Departure

Morning: After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Mid-Day: Enjoy a full morning game drive in Tarangire, a park with a uniquely beautiful landscape. Afternoon: Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your international departure flight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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