A 10-night Kenya and Tanzania safari offers a classic East African adventure, combining some of the continent’s most iconic wildlife destinations into one unforgettable journey. Starting in Nairobi, travelers typically explore the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve, known for its Big Five sightings and dramatic predator action, before crossing into Tanzania to continue through the vast Serengeti National Park. The experience is often crowned by a visit to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a unique natural sanctuary teeming with wildlife. This well-paced itinerary balances game drives, scenic landscapes, and cultural encounters, making it ideal for first-time safari travelers seeking a diverse yet seamless introduction to East Africa.
Day 1: – Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
– Arrival: Our team will meet you upon arrival and transfer you to your hotel.
– Accommodation: City Hotel
– Meals: Breakfast
Day 2:Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve
– Morning:
– Breakfast at the hotel.
– Depart for Masai Mara at 08:00 hours with stops for refreshments and photos at the escarpment and Narok.
– Afternoon:
– Arrive at Masai Mara, check in, and have lunch.
– Evening:
– Evening game drive from 15:00 until sunset.
– Return to camp for dinner, bonfire, and overnight.
– Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
– Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
– Options for the Day:
– Option 1: Full-day game viewing with packed lunch. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
– Option 2: Morning game drive, lunch at the lodge, evening game drive, optional cultural visit to a Maasai village. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
– Option 3: Hot air balloon safari (extra cost) at dawn, followed by a normal game drive, return for lunch, then afternoon game drive. Return for dinner and overnight.
– Accommodation: Lodge/camp
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Masai Mara to Nairobi
– 06.30: Breakfast
– 07.30 am Depart Masai Mara, visit Kazuri Beads Factory upon arrival in Nairobi.
– Evening: Check-in at a city hotel.
– Accommodation: City Hotel
– Meals: Breakfast
Overview of Amboseli National Park
– Home to over 80 different mammals including elephants, and 400 bird species. Known for its hot and dry climate, with spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro and abundant wildlife.
Day 5: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
– Morning: 08.00 am Depart Nairobi after breakfast.
– Afternoon: Arrive at Amboseli, check-in/lunch at the lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive at 15:30 until sunset.
– Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
– Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Amboseli National Park
– Morning: Game drive until noon; return for lunch.
– Afternoon: Break, followed by another game drive at 15:30 until sunset. Return for dinner and overnight.
– Accommodation: Lodge/Camp
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 7:Amboseli to Namanga Border (Kenya/Tanzania)
– Morning: Leisure breakfast.
– Border Crossing: Depart for Namanga border, go through border formalities, and meet our Tanzanian driver/guide
– Afternoon: Lunch at Four Points by Sheraton Arusha hotel. Continue to Karatu, check-in.
– Accommodation: Lodge/camp
– Meals: Dinner
Day 8: Karatu to Serengeti National Park
– Morning: After breakfast and check-out, depart for Serengeti National Park with a packed lunch.
– Afternoon: Arrive in Serengeti, and check in at a Tented Camp.
– Accommodation: Tented Camp
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 9: Serengeti National Park
– Day: Full day of morning and evening game drives, with evenings around the campfire.
– Accommodation: Tented Camp
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10:Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater and back to Karatu
– Morning: Breakfast, check-out, pack lunch, and game drive in Ngorongoro Crater.
– Afternoon: Depart for Karatu, and check in.
– Accommodation: Lodge/camp
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Overview of Ngorongoro Crater
– A UNESCO-listed site known for diverse wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and cultural experiences.
Day 11:Karatu to Kilimanjaro airport
– Morning: Breakfast, check-out, and drive to Kilimanjaro airport with lunch on the way
– Afternoon: Drop off at Arusha airport for your flight to Dar-es-Salaam.
– Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Inclusions:
- Airports Meet and Greet
- 2-night accommodation in a city hotel on bed and breakfast
- Transport in a private 4 x 4 Safari Land cruiser from Nairobi to Masai Mara – Nairobi – Amboseli National and drop off to Namanga border
- Services of professional driver/guide English-speaking
- 2 nights’ accommodation at Masai Mara on full board meal plan
- Game drives
- All park entry fee
- Visit to Masai local community
- 1 Night accommodation in a city hotel on bed and breakfast
- 2 Nights’ accommodation at Amboseli on full board meal plan
- Lunch in Arusha
- 2 Nights’ accommodation at Karatu on full board meal plan
- 2 Nights’ accommodation at Serengeti National Park in a Tented camp on full board meal plan
- Lunch on your last day
- Amref evacuation fee
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Travel Insurance
- Hot Air Balloon Safari in Kenya per adult @ 480 USD and @550 Tanzania
- Personal effects e.g. Camera, film, phone chargers, laundry
- Tips
- Beverages, cigarettes, shopping for Souvenirs
- Excursions not mentioned in the itinerary.