Epic cross-border adventure spanning Kenya and Tanzania's finest reserves.
Experience Lake Nakuru, the legendary Masai Mara, endless Serengeti plains, and the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater in a single, seamless journey.
Kenya Packages
10 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari
Signature itinerary with bespoke lodge selection, expert guides, and flexible dates.
Overview
This comprehensive 10-day safari traverses Kenya and Tanzania's most iconic reserves, from Lake Nakuru's flamingos and rhinos to the legendary Masai Mara and Serengeti plains. Experience full-day game drives across varied ecosystems, encounter the Great Migration (seasonal), visit authentic Maasai villages, and explore the dramatic Ngorongoro Crater. Our curated lodge selection balances comfort and immersion, with expert driver-guides ensuring unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Epic East African wildlife and landscape diversity across two nations.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi → Lake Nakuru
- Pickup from your Nairobi hotel and scenic drive to Lake Nakuru (approximately 2 hours)
- Check in at lakeside lodge with stunning views of flamingos and wildlife
- Afternoon game drive: spot flamingos, rhinos, buffalo, and Big Five residents
- Sundowners overlooking the serene lake, dinner and overnight
Day 2
Nakuru → Masai Mara
- Breakfast and depart for the Masai Mara (approximately 5–6 hours with en-route photo stops)
- Scenic drive across rolling savannas and landscapes
- Arrive at lodge by early afternoon; freshen up and enjoy lunch
- Afternoon game drive in the Mara to spot lions, elephants, zebras, and antelopes
- Return for sundowners, dinner, and overnight at Mara lodge
Day 3
Masai Mara Full Exploration
- Early morning game drive (pre-dawn departure ideal for active predators)
- Return to lodge for a hearty breakfast
- Mid-morning rest, lunch, and optional activities at the lodge
- Full afternoon game drive with packed lunch in the bush
- Track lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffe, and diverse bird species
- Return for sundowners and dinner overnight in Mara
Day 4
Masai Mara: Cultural Experience & Game Drive
- Early morning game drive spotting resident wildlife and herds
- Return for breakfast and mid-morning rest
- Afternoon excursion: Visit an authentic Maasai village for cultural immersion
- Experience traditional dances, customs, and learn about Maasai warrior traditions
- Optional souvenir purchases directly supporting the community
- Evening game drive if time permits, return for dinner and overnight
Day 5
Masai Mara → Serengeti National Park
- Early morning game drive, then breakfast and lodge checkout
- Cross-border transfer from Kenya to Tanzania via Isebania border (5–6 hours)
- Scenic drive across Tanzanian landscapes to central Serengeti
- Afternoon game drive in Serengeti en route to lodge
- Check in, dinner, and overnight in central Serengeti
Day 6
Full Day Serengeti Exploration
- Early morning and all-day game drives across the endless Serengeti plains
- Focus on spotting resident wildlife: lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, zebras
- Seasonal observation: If June–October, witness the Great Wildebeest Migration
- Photography opportunities with dramatic landscapes and golden hour light
- Picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by wildlife
- Evening sundowners, return for dinner and overnight in Serengeti
Day 7
Full Day Serengeti: Migration & Immersion
- Another full day of game drives targeting migration herds (June–Oct peak)
- Explore different zones of the Serengeti for varied wildlife encounters
- Early morning drive for predator activity and golden light photography
- Return to lodge for breakfast and rest
- Afternoon and sunset game drive focusing on savannah immersion
- Dinner and overnight in Serengeti
Day 8
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater
- Early morning game drive, then breakfast and lodge checkout
- Scenic drive to Ngorongoro with en-route wildlife viewing
- Reach the crater rim and check into lodge with panoramic views
- Afternoon: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a unique game drive
- Spot dense wildlife concentrations: lions, hippos, rhinos, elephants, and more
- Picnic lunch at Hippo Lake within the crater
- Return to rim lodge for dinner and overnight
Day 9
Ngorongoro → Tarangire National Park
- Optional early morning crater exploration if time and schedule permit
- Breakfast and drive across the Rift Valley to Tarangire National Park (3–4 hours)
- Spectacular Rift Valley vistas en route
- Check in at Tarangire lodge and enjoy lunch
- Afternoon game drive: spot famous tree-climbing lions and large elephant herds
- Return for sundowners, dinner, and overnight in Tarangire
Day 10
Tarangire → Arusha (Departure)
- Early morning game drive spotting flamingos and unique Tarangire landscapes
- Return for breakfast and lodge checkout
- Afternoon transfer to Arusha town for airport drop-off (approximately 2 hours)
- Onward departure to Nairobi or optional extension to Zanzibar beach relaxation
What's Included & Excluded
✓ Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout the safari
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roofs for optimal game viewing
- Unlimited game drives in all parks and conservancies
- Full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at all lodges
- All national park and conservancy entry fees
- Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
- Airport transfers and hotel pickups in Nairobi and Arusha
✕ Exclusions
- International flights and travel visas
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Premium alcoholic drinks and laundry services
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, toiletries, medical costs)
- Optional activities not listed: hot-air balloon safari (~USD 450–550), extra Maasai village visits, and additional night stays
- Any items not explicitly listed in your final detailed quote
Highlights
Seasonal Great Migration viewing with expert timing.
Travel June–October to witness one of nature's greatest spectacles: millions of wildebeest crossing the Serengeti plains.
Authentic Maasai cultural immersion and world-class wildlife guiding.
Meet traditional pastoralists, experience their customs, and benefit from professional guides with deep reserve knowledge.
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