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Overview
- Tour Type:Private tour
- Language:English
Embark on a seamless journey that brings together the very best of East Africa’s wildlife experiences. This Kenya–Tanzania combination safari takes you from the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the Great Migration and the big cats, to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park, celebrated for its endless plains and extraordinary wildlife spectacles.
Unlike traditional itineraries that require backtracking, this carefully designed route allows you to maximize your time in the wild, offering more opportunities for thrilling game drives and cultural encounters. From witnessing the thundering herds of wildebeest and zebra to spotting the elusive leopard and exploring the rich traditions of local communities, this safari is more than a trip—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
It remains one of Travel Soley’s most popular and best-selling safaris, chosen by travelers seeking the ultimate African experience that blends breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and authentic culture.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Day 2: Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with a stop at the viewpoint for breathtaking vistas. As you cross the valley, pass Mount Longonot before proceeding to Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, embark on a game drive exploring the park’s highlights such as Baboon Cliff and Lion Hill. Lake Nakuru is a sanctuary for endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, both black and white rhinos, lions, buffaloes, and elusive leopards. The park is also home to more than 300 bird species.
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, journey to the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, the northern extension of the Serengeti Plains. Arrive for a late lunch at the intimate Tipilikwani Luxury Tented Camp.
This afternoon, enjoy your first game drive across the golden savannah in search of the iconic Big Five: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Full Day in the Masai Mara
Spend the day exploring the Mara in depth. Witness predators on the hunt, vast herds of wildebeest and zebra, and perhaps even a cheetah sprint or leopard kill.
Optional Activities:
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Hot Air Balloon Safari: Float above the Mara plains at dawn and enjoy a champagne breakfast in the bush.
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Cultural Visit: Visit a Maasai Manyatta and experience the traditions and lifestyle of the Maasai people.
Day 5: Serengeti National Park (via Isebania Border)
After breakfast, depart with picnic lunch boxes for the Serengeti, crossing into Tanzania through the Isebania/Sirari border. Covering nearly 15,000 sq. km, the Serengeti is one of the world’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries. Arrive at your lodge for check-in, dinner, and overnight.
Day 6: Full Day in the Serengeti
Set out with picnic lunches for a full-day game drive across the Serengeti plains. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to over three million large mammals, including vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. The Serengeti is truly a wildlife photographer’s paradise.
Day 7: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a stop at Olduvai Gorge – a world-renowned archaeological site that sheds light on early human evolution. Arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim with breathtaking views below. Spend the afternoon at leisure enjoying the scenery.
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
Today, descend 610 metres into the Ngorongoro Crater, the largest intact caldera in the world and home to Africa’s densest population of wildlife. Enjoy a full day of game viewing with picnic lunch on the crater floor. Look out for prides of lion, endangered black rhino, buffalo, elephants, and rich birdlife. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 9: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famed for its massive baobab trees and large elephant herds. This park is also home to dry-country species such as oryx and gerenuk, rarely found elsewhere. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before returning to your lodge.
Day 10: Arusha – Departure
After breakfast, depart for Arusha. Bid farewell to your safari adventure as you are transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight. Depart with unforgettable memories and photographs capturing your once-in-a-lifetime African safari.
Includes/Excludes
- Arrival and departure transfers to/from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi).
- Warm welcome in our unique style with refreshing wet towels and bubbly on arrival.
- Complimentary authentic branded safari hat and essentials pack.
- Bed & breakfast accommodation in Nairobi (first night).
- Full-board accommodation during the safari.
- All park entry fees as per itinerary.
- Unlimited supply of bottled drinking water in the safari vehicle throughout the safari.
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- Language-specific guides available upon request (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese & Japanese).
- Unlimited game drives in prime wildlife areas.
- Use of a custom-designed pop-up roof 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser for maximum game-viewing comfort.
- Complimentary AMREF Flying Doctors evacuation cover while on safari.
- International Flights, Visa & Passport Fees – Travel to/from Kenya is at your own arrangement.
- Travel Insurance – Comprehensive medical and trip coverage is highly recommended.
- Personal Expenses – Laundry, telephone calls, tips, and alcoholic/soft drinks.
- Staff Gratuities – Tips for camp staff and driver-guides.
- Any Other Items – Anything not expressly mentioned in the safari itinerary