Safari Overview

6 Days 5 Nights

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day cross-border safari through the most iconic wildlife destinations in East Africa — Kenya’s Maasai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. This journey is designed for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers who want to maximize their experience within a short period, offering exceptional game drives across the famed wildebeest migration routes, big cat territory, and the scenic beauty of the Great Rift Valley. Starting in Nairobi and ending at Kilimanjaro International Airport, the itinerary seamlessly blends the best of both countries with expert-guided drives and well-selected midrange accommodations.

From the vast plains of the Maasai Mara, where lions roam freely and hot air balloons rise with the sun, to the endless Serengeti savannah dotted with acacia trees and migrating herds, and finally to the Ngorongoro Crater — a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dense population of wildlife — this tour is ideal for travelers who crave rich photographic moments and cultural encounters in just under a week.

serengeti sunset

What’s Included

  • Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle (Kenya and Tanzania)

  • Park fees for Maasai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro

  • Accommodation (midrange lodges and tented camps)

  • All meals as stated

  • Bottled water during safari

  • Border transfers and government taxes

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guides

  • All government taxes
Plan your safari with confidence. Refundable deposits and flexible rebooking terms standard on your African safari.

Excluded

  • Dinner at Moorings floating resort
  • Covid test
  • Travel insurance
  • All items of personal nature and not mentioned in the itinerary, for instance phone calls and shopping
  • Tips to hotel staff and Driver/Guide (Tipping is normal in Kenya – if you are satisfied with the service, a suitable tip is normally around 5%, and USD 10 per person/per day for the driver/guide)

All items of personal nature and not mentioned in the itinerary, for instance phone calls and shopping Tips to hotel staff and Driver/Guide (Tipping is normal in Kenya – if you are satisfied with the service, a suitable tip is normally around 5%, and USD 10 per person/per day for the driver/guide).

From USD 2970

Per person per tour

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara (Kenya)

  • Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

  • Drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve with scenic views of the Rift Valley escarpment.

  • Check-in at AA Lodge Maasai Mara or Jambo Mara Safari Lodge (Midrange).

  • Afternoon game drive in the reserve to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and more.

  • Meals: Lunch & Dinner included.

Day 2: Maasai Mara – Full Day Safari

  • Early morning and afternoon game drives across the plains of the Maasai Mara.

  • Optional hot air balloon safari (extra cost).

  • Visit a local Maasai village for cultural interaction (optional).

  • Overnight at AA Lodge / Jambo Mara Lodge.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Isebania Border – Serengeti (Tanzania)

  • Early breakfast and drive to Isebania border for immigration clearance.

  • Change to Tanzanian driver/guide and proceed to Serengeti National Park.

  • Afternoon game drive en route to camp.

  • Overnight at Tented Camp in Central Serengeti (e.g., Serengeti Heritage or similar).

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 4: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  • Morning game drive in Serengeti – look out for cheetahs, leopards, and large herds of herbivores.

  • After lunch, drive toward Ngorongoro with a stop at Olduvai Gorge (optional).

  • Overnight stay at a 4-star lodge near the crater rim (e.g., Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge or similar).

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

  • Early descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.

  • Explore this wildlife-rich area known for black rhinos, lions, and flamingos.

  • Picnic lunch at the crater floor.

  • Later in the afternoon, drive to Arusha for overnight stay at a midrange hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

Day 6: Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport

  • Depending on your flight, enjoy a relaxed breakfast and optional visit to a local market or cultural site.

  • Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.

  • Meals: Breakfast.


Estimated Safari Cost (Per Person)

Inclusions:

  • Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle (Kenya and Tanzania)

  • Park fees for Maasai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro

  • Accommodation (midrange lodges and tented camps)

  • All meals as stated

  • Bottled water during safari

  • Border transfers and government taxes

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guides

Exclusions:

  • International flights

  • Visa fees (Kenya and Tanzania)

  • Hot air balloon safari (optional: approx. $450 per person)

  • Maasai village visit (optional: approx. $20 per person)

  • Tips and personal expenses

Travelers Estimated Total Cost (USD) Estimated Cost per Person (USD)
2 Adults $6,400 $3,200
4 Adults $10,800 $2,700

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BUDGET MIDRANGE LUXURY
SAMBURU Samburu Simba

Sentrim Samburu

Samburu sopa

Ashnil Samburu

Saruni Samburu

Sasaab Camp

Larsens Tented Camp

MASAI MARA Miti Mingi Camp

Lenchada Camp

Enchoro Camp

Mara Goshen

Mara Jambo

Mara Chui Resort

Mara Sopa

Sekenani

Mara Sweet Acacia

AA Mara Lodge

Ashnil Mara

Serena Mara

Mara Rianta

Entim Camp

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

Sand River Mara

Mara Explorer

OL PEJETA Esiansiki Resort

Regency Mount Kenya Hotel

Comfort Gardens Nanyuki Sweetwaters Serena

Jambo Mutara

Kicheche Camp

ABERDARE  White Rhino Hotel Rhino Watch Safari Lodge

Sangare Gardens

Aberdare Country Club

The Ark

LAKE NAKURU Lanet Matfam

Kivu Resort

Eagle Palace Hotel

Ziwa Bush Lodge

Sarova Woodlands

Nakuru Sopa

Nakuru Flamingo Resort

Nakuru Lodge

Sarova Lionhill Game lodge

The Cliff

LAKE NAIVASHA Taphe Guest Resort

Peppercorn Resort

Panorama Park Hotel

Kongoni Lodge

Sawela Lodge

Lake Naivasha Resort

L.Naivasha Country Club

Enashipai Resort

Kiboko Luxury Camp

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK Kimana Camp

Maasai Simba Camp

Amboseli Eco Camp

AA Amboseli

Amboseli Sentrim

Little Amanya

Amboseli Sopa

Ol Tukai Lodge

Amboseli Kibo

Kilima

Amboseli Serena

Tortilis

Elephant Gorge

Tawi Lodge

TSAVO EAST Lake Jipe Sentrim Tsavo

Voi Wildlife Lodge

Ashnil Aruba
TSAVO WEST Kimana Omega Safari Lodge Ngulia Safari Lodge

Salt lick

Kilaguni Serena

Severin Safari Lodge

MERU Ikweta country inn Ikweta safari lodge Elsa Kopje

Kifaru House

DIANI BEACH Pendo Villas

Paradise Villas

Villa Mandhari

Diani Reef

Kaskazi Beach

Lantana Galu Beach

Neptune Village

Neptune Paradise

Baobab Beach

Southern Palms

Diani Sea Lodge

Chale Island

Neptune Palm

Diamonds Lisure Lodge

Afro chic

MOMBASA NORTH COAST Ziwa Beach Resort

Neptune Beach

Travellers Beach Hotel

Pride inn hotel

Bahari Beach

English Point Marina

Pride Inn Paradise Beach Resort

The Reef

Pride inn Flamingo

Voyager Beach

Serena Beach

Sarova Whitesands

MALINDI Saffron Garden Malindi Ocean Beach Resort

African House Resort

Malindi Dream Garden

Sandies Tropical Village

Diamonds Dream of Africa

WATAMU Sea Whispers

Nyumbani Tembo

The one

Lily Palm

Mida Creek

Blue Bay Village

Hemingways

Turtle Bay

Medina Palms

LAMU Shella White House

Lamu Palace Hotel

Msafini Hotel

Peponi Hotel

Shella Bahari

Manda Bay

The Majlis

Kizingo Beach Eco Lodge