9 Days Kenya and Tanzania Parks Safari
Daily Private Safari Tour
From / to Nairobi -Kenya
Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Lake Victoria, Maasai Mara, Nairobi
From Nairobi to Nairobi, Kenya (safari can also start from Arusha)
This is a Kenya and Tanzania cross border safari tour covering the best of East Africa national parks.
The 9 day / 8 night East Africa safari discovers the Lake Manyara National Park where you may view the famous tree climbing lions proceeds to the Ngorongoro Crater popularly referred to as the eighth wonder of the world, explores the Serengeti Plains with its limitless expansive of typical savannah country and heads on to the Lake Victoria – Africa’s largest fresh water lake.
Safari tour then crosses the border to Kenya where we experience the Great Masai Mara Game Reserve and tour terminates in Nairobi, Kenya
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Safari tour departs daily
Set and advise on your preferred safari tour dates
Safari tour prices are indicated in USD.
Driving times during safari in Kenya are estimates and can vary due to narrow roads, density of traffic and general road conditions
Safari is private per booking in own tour vehicle and your dedicated driver/ guide-not a group sharing tour
Safari can be extended to include more days if you prefer
Tour can terminate at Arusha if you prefer
You can fly back to Nairobi instead of driving on day 7 (extra cost)
Safari can include local flights to cut on driving time if required (extra price)
Tour Highlights:
A glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro
- Farmlands and towns of Kenya & Tanzania
- Cross-section of the local people and culturesLake Manyara National Park
- Tree climbing lions
- FlamingosNgorongoro Crater
- The world’s largest intact volcanic caldera
- Commonly referred as the 8th wonder of the world
- Abundant and easily accessible wildlife
- The "Olduvai Gorge" and the remains of pre-historic manSerenteti National Park
- Famous for its annual wildebeest & Zebra migration to Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya
- Worldwide known for its abundance of wildlife and high biodiversityA Cultural Tour on the shores of Lake Victoria
Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Unlimited game viewing drives
- Tree studded typical savannah terrain and a multitude of Wild animal species.
- Colorful Masai tribesmenMasai village visit at Masai Mara (arrange with your driver guide) = $ 20 per person - Optional
Hot air balloon ride at Masai Mara (enquire with us) = $ 420 per person - Optional
9 Days Kenya and Tanzania Parks Safari
Day 1:Nairobi – Arusha- Lake Manyara (360 km, Appr. 6 hrs with stops)
0730hrs: Pick up from your Nairobi hotel or Nairobi airport
Proceed on the cross-border drive into Tanzania.
There shall be a stop for immigration formalities at the Namanga (Kenya / Tanzania) border town.
The scenic drive is via Masai country, distinct climatic zones and social regions.
Lunch shall be at Arusha town of Tanzania.
Proceed to Lake Manyara for game viewing in search of the famous tree climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos.
Lake Manyara national park is small and scenic.
Overnight at your Lake Manyara safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2:Lake Manyara- Ngorongoro Crater (65 kms: 1.5 hrs)
We depart Lake Manyara with picnic lunches for the Ngorongoro crater.
Later descend (670M) into the floors of the crater in 4-wheel cruisers.
It shall be a full day of unsurpassed game viewing with only a lunch break at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site.
Game volume and variety is left to your imagination.
Later ascend to the crater rim for awesome sunset views.
Overnight at your Ngorongoro crater lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3: Ngorongoro – Serengeti (180 kms: 3 hrs)
Awesome sunrise views from the crater rim.
Leave the Ngorongoro after and proceed to the Olduvai Gorge.
Here, we visit various sites of the gorge to see where the remains of pre-historic man were discovered.
Later proceed to the vast Serengeti plains with afternoon game viewing.
Overnight at your Serengeti safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 4:Serengeti Game Reserve
Day spent at the Serengeti on game viewing drives.
Serengeti is large, the variety and concentration of game is mind boggling.
This we encounter as we traverse the reserve on rewarding game viewing drives.
Overnight at your Serengeti safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 5: Serengeti- Lake Victoria (180 kms: 4 hrs)
Depart Serengeti with game viewing en-route.
Drive to the South-Eastern bay of Lake Victoria.
Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon. Relax on the shores of this lake which is rich in history. The breeze is refreshing. If you have time, you may visit the Bunda Market.
Overnight at your Lodge.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 6:Lake Victoria – Masai Mara game reserve (270 kms: 6 – 7 hrs with stops)
After breakfast, visit a nearby Fishing Village in the company of a local guide. Among other things, you will learn lots about traditional Fishing techniques, selling mode of fresh Fish and the general rural life.
Thereafter, drive to Maasai Mara game reserve via the Isebania Tanzania / Kenya border town.
The Mara shares the same ecosystem with the Serengeti game reserve.
Ideally it is the smaller extension of the Serengeti.
It is well located for game viewing drives together with optional activities including balloon safari excursions and guided nature / bird walks.
Afternoon game viewing drive at the Maasai Mara.
Overnight at your Masai Mara safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 7:Masai Mara game reserve
Today shall be spent at the Masai Mara game reserve on a full day of game viewing drives.
Picnic lunch shall be by the Mara river with views of hippos and crocodiles.
Game viewing drives are dictated on by the location and concentration of animals at specific times.
The Mara hosts the highest concentration of wild animals per sq km than any other game reserve in East Africa.
Simply stated the Mara is a one stop shop for game viewing activities in Kenya.
Overnight shall be at your Masai Mara safari lodge / tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8:Full day at Masai Mara
Extra day at the Masai Mara with scheduled game viewing drives.
Overnight at your Masai Mara safari lodge / tented camp.
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
DAY 9: MASAI MARA – NAIROBI (265 kms- 5 hrs)
Early morning game viewing drives at the Masai Mara.
Depart for Nairobi with lunch stop on the way.
Arrive Nairobi in the late afternoon.
Drop off at your Nairobi hotel / Nairobi airport / residence.
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch.
What you could see on an 9 Day Kenya Tanzania Safari...
elephant
Lions
Cheetah
Zebra
Hippopotamus
Hartbeest
Thomson's Gazelle
Giraffe
Lake Manyara
Country side views
Nile Crocodile
Local cultures
prolific birdlife features 600 species.
ACCOMMODATION
Safari accommodation options for each location
Kenya & Tanzania
Masai Mara game reserve | |
Luxury Level Accommodation | Royal Mara, Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Mara Naserian, Ashnil Mara Camp, Mara Siria Camp, Karen Blixen, Mara Sarova Game Camp, Kandili Camp, Mara Engai camp |
Superior Comfort Level Accommodation | Tipilikwani Mara Camp, Mara River Camp, Keekorok Lodge, Sekenani Camp, Matira Camp, Emayian Luxury Camp Mara Simba Lodge, Zebra Plains Mara, Ilkeliani Camp, Base Camp Explorer, Loyk Mara Camp, Olengoti Eco Safari Camp |
Comfort Level Accommodation | Mara Sopa Lodge, Mara Leisure Camp, AA Camp, Osero Camp, Azure Mara Haven, Mara River Lodge, Mara Sun lodge, Sentrim Mara Camp, Siana Springs, Losokwan Luxury Tented Camp |
Economy Level Accommodation | Enkorok, Elangata Olerai, Ol Moran, Mara Chui Camp, Jambo Mara Safari Lodge, Explore Nature Mara Lodge |
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
Nairobi Border Transfers
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Safari transport in a pop up top jeep.
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Services of English / other language speaking driver/ guides.
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Accommodation in Luxury, Standard, and Economy lodges/ tented camps.
Park entry and conservation fees.
All meals on safari.
Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle.
The flying doctors medical, emergency and rescue cover.
All meals on safari
Not Included In the Tour Price: Items and Services of a personal nature.
Not Included In the Tour Price: All bottled drinks, items and services of a personal nature and tips & gratuities.