Kenya & Tanzania Safari
8 days—Masai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro private safari with expert guide, premium lodges and seamless Kenya–Tanzania cross-border logistics
$3700-4000 USD
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Safari summary
Experience East Africa’s most iconic wildlife regions in one seamless private safari. Track big cats in the Masai Mara, explore the vast plains of the Serengeti, and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater—home to one of Africa’s highest wildlife densities. Stay in carefully selected lodges and travel with an expert driver-guide who manages every detail, including smooth cross-border transitions between Kenya and Tanzania. This itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a complete, high-quality safari across two legendary countries.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | June, July, August, September, October | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Hot air balloons
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Visas
Itinerary
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru
Lake Nakuru
Depart Nairobi and drive through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its rhinos, lions, and scenic lake ecosystem. Enjoy a game drive through woodland and open plains where both black and white rhinos are commonly seen. Arrive at your lodge in Nakuru town for overnight stay.
Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Travel to nearby Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake surrounded by acacia forests and rich birdlife. Enjoy optional activities such as a boat ride to see hippos and water birds or visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, and antelope. This day offers a relaxed contrast to traditional game drives.
Eseriani The Resort
Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Drive to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive across open savannah. The Masai Mara is home to lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and numerous predators. Your private guide positions you for the best wildlife viewing opportunities.
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Full Day Masai Mara Safari
Masai Mara
Spend the full day exploring the Masai Mara. Morning and afternoon game drives maximize chances of seeing big cats, elephants, and large herds of wildlife. During migration season, witness dramatic river crossings. Optional hot air balloon safari available for a unique aerial perspective.
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Masai Mara to Northern Serengeti
Serengeti
Travel south across the Kenya–Tanzania border and continue into the northern Serengeti. This region is famous for migration river crossings and predator activity. Begin your first Serengeti game drive as you head toward your camp, located near key wildlife movement areas.
Serengeti Classic View Migration Camp – Kogatende
Northern to Central Serengeti
Serengeti
Enjoy a morning game drive in northern Serengeti before continuing to the central Serengeti, known for year-round wildlife concentrations. The central region offers excellent opportunities to see lions, leopards, elephants, and large herds across open plains.
Serengeti Classic View Camp – Central Serengeti
Full Day Central Serengeti Safari
Serengeti
Spend a full day exploring central Serengeti. Game drives focus on predator-rich areas and wildlife hotspots. Your guide adjusts routes based on recent sightings to maximize your safari experience. This region offers exceptional wildlife viewing throughout the year.
Serengeti Classic View Camp – Central Serengeti
Serengeti to Arusha
Serengeti
Enjoy a final morning in the Serengeti before departing for Arusha. Transfer by road and airstrip connection depending on logistics. Arrive in Arusha in the afternoon, where your safari concludes with drop-off at your hotel or airport.
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