Combined Kenya & Tanzania Wildlife safari in 10 days
Daily Private Safari Tour
Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Amboseli
Masai Mara, Lake Victoria – Bunda Area, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Amboseli
From / to Nairobi Kenya
Combined Kenya & Tanzania parks wildlife safari exploring the best wildlife attractions of East Africa.
The 10 days 9 nights East Africa wildlife, scenery and cultural tour starts and finishes from Nairobi – Kenya.
Safari departs from Nairobi and proceeds to the Masai Mara Game Reserve where we experience rewarding game viewing drives.
Safari proceeds across the border into Tanzania where we visit the Lake Victroria (Africa’s largest fresh water lake) and a local fishing community in a cultural tour.
The tour further ventures into Serengeti Game Reserve where we explore the endless plains of the same.
We shall proceed to the Ngorongoro crater for further exhilarating wildlife viewing and scenic experiences.
Tarangire National Park, a relatively small elephant and wildlife park is our last in Tanzania leg of tour.
We shall cross the border into Kenya where we spend the last 2 safari days on game viewing drives at the Amboseli National Park which is located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa’s highest)
Accommodation is provided in a choice of economy, comfort, superior comfort or Luxury safari lodges or tented camps depending on budget and style.
Safari transport and game viewing drives are in custom designed pop up top safari minivan in Kenya and in pop up top 4 x 4 land cruiser jeep in Tanzania.
Pop up top 4 x 4 safari land cruiser jeep in Kenya can be provided at an extra cost.
So that you may know
Please read carefully
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:
2 nights at the Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Unlimited game viewing drives
- Tree studded typical savannah terrain and a multitude of Wild animal species.
- Colorful Masai tribesmen2 nights at the Amboseli National park
- Mount Kilimanjaro, highest mountain in Africa
- Swamps below observation hill hosting large herds of elephants, buffalo, hippo and a variety of water fowls like pelican, Egyptian goose.
- A glimpse of African homesteads & cultures1 night at Lake Victoria
- Cultural Tour on the shores of the Lake2 nights at the Serengeti game reserve - Tanzania
- Famous for its annual wildebeest & Zebra migration to Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya
- Worldwide known for its abundance of wildlife and high biodiversity1 night at the Ngorongoro Crater - Tanzania
- 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 man1 night at Tarangire National Park - Tanzania
- Tree-climbing lion
- FlamingosAwesome scenery along the safari route
Blend of local cultures and tribes people including the Masai and others
Elephant,Rhino , giraffe, lion, ostrich, cheetah, warthog, pelican, Buffalo etc.
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Hot air balloon ride at Masai Mara or Serengeti (enquire with us) = $ 420 per person - Optional
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Masai village visit at Masai Mara (arrange with your driver guide) = $ 20 per person - Optional
Combined Kenya & Tanzania Wildlife safari in 10 days
Day 1:NAIROBI – MASAI MARA (Appx: 265kms- 5 hrs)
0730hrs: pick up from your Nairobi hotel / Nairobi airport / residence.
Commence the safari journey to Masai Mara Game reserve, Kenya’s finest wildlife haven.
The Mara road safari is via the central highlands of Kenya with views of subsistence farmlands and local communities.
Along the safari route – there shall be stops to view interesting attractions including the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
At the escarpment – you shall descend to the floors of the rift valley escarpment for a drive through Maasai country as we progress to the Mara.
Arrival at the Maasai Mara shall be in time for lunch.
Later proceed for an afternoon game viewing drive.
Overnight at your Maasai Mara safari Lodge or tented camp – choice of economy , standard or luxury.
Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2:FULL DAY – MASAI MARA
Today shall be a game viewing extravaganza!
The Mara as is popularly known remains the most exciting wildlife eco-system in the Natural world.
It is host to the highest and varied concentration of wild animals than any other park in the region.
The scenic appeal of this tree studded savannah plains, its moderate climate and diversity of wild game species makes it a one stop shop for game viewing activities.
We shall traverse the reserve on a full day of unlimited game viewing encountering the big five and more of the lesser game.
You shall enjoy a picnic lunch by the Mara river as we watch hippos & crocodiles or maybe the great migration (July –October)
Overnight shall be at your Maasai Mara safari lodge/ tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3:Maasai Mara – Lake Victoria (Bunda Fishing Village) (270 kms: 5-6 hrs with stops)
Depart Maasai Mara and proceed to the Lake Victoria in Tanzania.
The drive is via the Isebania Kenya / Tanzania border town.
Meet Tanzania vehicle and driver guide at Isebania border after clearing with the Immigration & Customs procedures.
Drive to the South-Eastern bay of Lake Victoria.
Arrive at your lodge late 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 4:Lake Victoria – Serengeti National Park (180 kms: 3 hrs)
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 into the nearby Serengeti which shares the same ecosystem with the Maasai Mara game reserve.
Ideally Masai Mara is the smaller extension of the Serengeti.
It is well located for game viewing drives.
A short afternoon game viewing drive en route.
Overnight at your lodge/ Tented camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 5: Serengeti Game Reserve
A full day game viewing drive as we explore this vast nature endowed wildlife reserve.
Options of morning and afternoon or full day game viewing sessions are available to you.
The annual wildebeest migration is Serengeti’s most famous attraction.
It is also home to a pride of its lions which have been fitted with radio-transmitter collars so that their movements may be tracked.
Other wildlife you may see includes cheetah, zebra, giraffe, Thompson and Grant’s gazelle, Eland, Impala, Klipspringer, Hippo and Warthog.
Overnight at your Safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6:Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater (180 kms: 3-4 hours)
Depart the Serengeti with a game viewing drive en-route.
Descend to the floor of the crater for game viewing in this unique caldera park.
We shall look out for Rhino, Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Cheetah, Buffalo and Hippo.
Later we ascend to the crater rim.
Catch a glimpse of the most magnificent sunset views in Africa from the crater rim!
Overnight at your Ngorongoro crater safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7:Ngorongoro – Tarangire (150km-3 hours)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sunrise views from the crater rim
Proceed to the Tarangire National Park.
An afternoon game drive gives you a chance to see different types of wildlife which inhabit this small but beautiful park.
Overnight at your Tarangire safari lodge or tented camp.
DAY 8:Tarangire – Amboseli (310km 5-6 hours)
Short morning game viewing drive at the Tarangire.
Drive to the Amboseli National park via the Namanga Kenya / Tanzania border town.
The Park is home to Elephant, Wildebeest (Gnu), Buffalo, Gazelle, Lion, Cheetah, monkey families and rare bird species.
In the early evenings and mornings, the clouds may clear, exposing the snow –capped dome of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Overnight at your Amboseli safari lodge/ tented camp.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
What you may see at Amboseli national park…….
Buffalo, Elephant, Lion, Lesser Kudu, Mongoose, Zebra, crocodile, plain game, Hyrax, nocturnal porcupine, variety of bird species.
DAY 9:Amboseli National Park
Early morning game viewing drive at the Amboseli national park.
Weather permitting the clouds will shear off, leaving you mesmerized at the majesty of the Kilimanjaro and its gleaming snowcapped peaks.
Today shall be spent exploring the park on unlimited game viewing drives.
Overnight at your Amboseli safari lodge or tented camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 10:Amboseli National Park – Nairobi (240km 4 hours)
Early pre-breakfast game viewing drive in search of the predators and grazers.
Extra final game drive at the Amboseli national park.
Later depart for Nairobi to arrive in the late afternoon.
Transfer to Nairobi hotel or Nairobi airport for outbound flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
What you could see on a Kenya Tanzania Safari Tour...
elephant
Lions
Cheetah
Zebra
Hippopotamus
Hartbeest
Thomson's Gazelle
Giraffe
Topi
Country side views
Nile Crocodile
Local cultures
Black-backed Jackal
ACCOMMODATION
Safari accommodation options for each location
Kenya & Tanzania
Masai Mara game reserve | |
Luxury 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 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 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 Accommodation | Enkorok, Elangata Olerai, Ol Moran, Mara Chui Camp, Jambo Mara Safari Lodge, Explore Nature Mara Lodge |
Amboseli National park | |
Luxury Accommodation | Oltukai lodge, Amboseli Serena lodge |
Comfort Accommodation | Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Kibo Safari Camp |
Economy Accommodation | AA Lodge/camp, Sentrim Amboseli Camp |
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.