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Classic Savannah Safari
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What's included
- A professional driver guide
- All meals included
- All park fees
- Drinking water during safari
- Full board Accommodation
- Game drives in a 4X4 safari land cruiser
- Start and finish Nairobi
- International Air, unless expressly paid for
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry, tips, sleeping bags, drinks
- Masai village entrance fee
- Medical insurance and emergency insurance
- Other International flights
- Personal expenses
- Tips to guide and driver
9-Day Kenya & Tanzania Wildlife Safari Overview
Experience an unforgettable African adventure on this exciting 9-Day Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari. Journey through some of East Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations as you explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Amboseli National Park.
Travel in a comfortable 4×4 safari Land Cruiser specially designed for wildlife viewing, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of Africa’s untamed wilderness. Witness the legendary Big Five, encounter diverse birdlife, enjoy spectacular landscapes, and experience authentic cultural interactions with local communities.
From the rolling plains of the Maasai Mara and the endless grasslands of the Serengeti to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, this safari offers an exceptional combination of wildlife, scenery, and adventure.
Whether you are a wildlife enthusiast, bird watcher, photographer, or first-time safari traveler, this journey promises unforgettable memories and extraordinary encounters across Kenya and Tanzania.
Why This Safari
Exceptional Wildlife Viewing
This safari takes you through some of Africa’s most wildlife-rich ecosystems.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Kenya’s premier safari destination.
- Excellent opportunities to spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and numerous antelope species.
- Famous for the annual Great Migration.
Serengeti National Park
- One of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.
- Supports over three million large mammals.
- Exceptional year-round game viewing.
- Vast open plains hosting large predator populations and migrating herds.
Ngorongoro Crater
- UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife.
- Excellent opportunity to spot the endangered black rhino.
- One of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five in a single day.
Amboseli National Park
- Famous for large elephant herds.
- Spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Rich birdlife with over 400 recorded species.
- Excellent opportunities for wildlife photography.
Spectacular Landscapes
Experience a remarkable variety of landscapes throughout your journey:
- The rolling plains of the Maasai Mara.
- The endless savannahs of the Serengeti.
- The dramatic Ngorongoro Crater.
- The freshwater beauty of Lake Naivasha.
- Amboseli’s open plains set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Authentic Cultural Experiences
Meet the Maasai people and gain insight into their traditional way of life, customs, history, and deep connection to the surrounding wildlife and landscapes.
Diverse Safari Activities
Enjoy a range of exciting experiences including:
- Guided game drives
- Optional hot-air balloon safaris
- Walking safaris
- Boat rides at Lake Naivasha
- Cultural village visits
- Chimpanzee sanctuary visit at Ol Pejeta
Outstanding Photography Opportunities
Capture incredible wildlife moments, dramatic landscapes, colorful cultures, and unforgettable African sunsets throughout the safari.
Tour Highlights
- Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Chimpanzee Sanctuary
- Explore the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Witness the Great Migration (seasonal)
- Unlimited game viewing in Serengeti National Park
- Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater
- Experience Amboseli National Park beneath Mount Kilimanjaro
- Spot the Big Five across Kenya and Tanzania
- Guided game drives with professional safari guides
- Bird watching opportunities throughout the safari
- Optional hot-air balloon safari
- Authentic Maasai cultural experiences
- Stunning landscapes and photography opportunities
- Travel in a customized 4×4 safari Land Cruiser
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Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or the airport at approximately 7:00 AM. Travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stop at one of the breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the valley floor and dramatic escarpments.
Continue towards the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, the homeland of the Maasai people and one of Africa's most celebrated safari destinations. The reserve is renowned for its vast golden grasslands, scattered acacia trees, abundant wildlife, and spectacular predator sightings.
Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch. After some leisure time, head out for your first afternoon game drive across the wildlife-rich plains. Search for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
If visiting during migration season, you may witness the incredible movement of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles arriving from the Serengeti in one of nature's greatest spectacles.
Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Maasai Mara
Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
Spend the day exploring the magnificent Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives or an optional full-day game drive with picnic lunch boxes.
The Mara offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa and provides excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. Large herds of wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, hartebeests, and giraffes roam the plains, while predators are frequently seen hunting or resting beneath acacia trees.
Guests may also choose to visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about local customs, traditions, and medicinal uses of indigenous plants.
Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Maasai Mara
Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari
Enjoy another exciting day exploring different sections of the Maasai Mara ecosystem.
Game drives are flexible and can be tailored according to wildlife movements and your interests. Spend the day tracking the Big Five, photographing the breathtaking landscapes, and observing the fascinating interactions between predators and prey.
The reserve's exceptional wildlife density ensures excellent game-viewing opportunities throughout the year. Depending on the season, you may encounter massive herds of wildebeests and zebras, large elephant families, prides of lions, cheetahs on the hunt, and elusive leopards.
Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara – Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and travel to the Isebania border crossing between Kenya and Tanzania.
Following immigration formalities, meet your Tanzanian safari guide and continue towards the legendary Serengeti National Park. Enjoy picnic lunch boxes along the journey as you travel through the spectacular landscapes of northern Tanzania.
Upon entering the Serengeti, begin an afternoon game drive en route to your camp. The Serengeti is famous for its endless plains and extraordinary wildlife concentrations, supporting one of the largest animal migrations on earth.
During migration season, witness vast herds of wildebeests and zebras moving across the plains while predators closely follow their movements.
Dinner and overnight at your camp or lodge.
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Spend a full day exploring the incredible Serengeti ecosystem.
The Serengeti is home to more than two million large mammals and offers some of Africa's finest wildlife viewing. Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and Thomson's gazelles across the vast open plains.
Enjoy unlimited game-viewing opportunities as your guide takes you through some of the park's most productive wildlife areas. Every drive presents new opportunities to witness the drama of life on the African savannah.
Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Upon reaching the crater rim, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views before descending into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World."
The crater floor supports over 25,000 animals and provides one of the best opportunities in East Africa to spot the endangered black rhino. Other commonly sighted wildlife includes lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, wildebeests, zebras, and numerous bird species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor while surrounded by dramatic scenery and abundant wildlife.
Later in the evening, proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Area
Ngorongoro – Tarangire National Park – Arusha
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park with picnic lunch boxes.
Tarangire is famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy game drives through the park while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and numerous bird species.
The Tarangire River attracts wildlife throughout the year, making it one of Tanzania's most rewarding safari destinations.
After your game drive, continue to Arusha where you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere of Tanzania's safari capital.
Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Overnight: Arusha
Arusha – Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart Arusha and travel towards the Kenya-Tanzania border before continuing to Amboseli National Park.
Arrive in Amboseli in time for lunch and some relaxation before embarking on an afternoon game drive.
Amboseli is renowned for its large herds of free-ranging elephants and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. Explore the park's open plains, swamps, and seasonal wetlands while searching for elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, lions, hyenas, and numerous bird species.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Amboseli National Park
Amboseli – Nairobi
Optional early morning game drive in Amboseli National Park, offering excellent opportunities to photograph wildlife against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Return to camp for breakfast before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi.
Arrive in Nairobi in time for lunch (at own expense) before being transferred to your hotel, residence, or the airport for your onward journey.
End of Safari
Depart with unforgettable memories of East Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations, including Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Amboseli National Park. This safari combines exceptional wildlife viewing, spectacular landscapes, cultural encounters, and some of the finest safari experiences Africa has to offer.
More about this tour
- Kenya and Tanzania safaris offer thrilling wildlife encounters, including the Big Five and unique cultural experiences with local tribes like the Maasai.
- Key parks to visit include the Serengeti for the Great Migration, Masai Mara for game viewing, and Amboseli for breathtaking elephant sightings against Mount Kilimanjaro.
- When planning your safari, consider the best times to visit, various accommodation options, and essential travel tips like visa requirements and vaccinations.
Best Time to Visit Kenya And Tanzania
The best time to visit Kenya and Tanzania for a safari is during the dry season, from June to October. This period offers optimal wildlife viewing, with the animals congregating around water sources and the vegetation being less dense. The dry season is also the best time to witness the Great Migration, one of the most spectacular wildlife events on the planet.
During these months, the weather is generally more predictable, making it easier to plan your daily activities. The clear skies and sunny days provide excellent conditions for photography, ensuring you capture the beauty of the landscapes and the incredible wildlife encounters. Additionally, the dry season reduces the risk of malaria, making it a safer time to travel.
Planning your safari during this peak period ensures you get the most out of your experience, with higher chances of spotting the Big Five and other iconic animals in their natural habitats.
Costs and Booking
The cost of a combined Kenya and Tanzania safari tour can vary greatly depending on the type of accommodation, transportation, and activities included. Our safaris offer excellent value for money, with prices starting from around $200 per person per day. This includes accommodation, meals, game drives, and park entry fees, ensuring you get the most out of your safari experience without any hidden costs.
We recommend booking in advance to ensure availability, especially during peak season. Our team will work with you to create a personalized itinerary and provide a detailed breakdown of costs. This transparency allows you to plan your budget effectively and ensures there are no surprises along the way.
We accept a range of payment methods, including credit cards and bank transfers, making the booking process as convenient as possible. Our goal is to provide you with a seamless and stress-free experience from the moment you start planning your safari to the moment you return home with unforgettable memories.
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Thinking about a Kenya Tanzania safari? This guide covers why these destinations offer the ultimate wildlife experience. Discover the Big Five, witness the Great Migration, and learn about Maasai culture. Read on to plan your unforgettable adventure.
Key Takeaways
- Kenya and Tanzania safaris offer thrilling wildlife encounters, including the Big Five and unique cultural experiences with local tribes like the Maasai.
- Key parks to visit include the Serengeti for the Great Migration, Masai Mara for game viewing, and Amboseli for breathtaking elephant sightings against Mount Kilimanjaro.
- When planning your safari, consider the best times to visit, various accommodation options, and essential travel tips like visa requirements and vaccinations.
