6 Days - Highlights of Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari

Explore the unmatched wildlife of Kenya and Tanzania on this 6-day expedition through iconic landscapes. Spend 2 days in Maasai Mara, 3 days in Serengeti, and finish with the unforgettable Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the Big Five, migratory herds, and countless bird species on a journey that showcases the best of East Africa’s wilderness.

Trip Starts: Nairobi (NBO), Kenya
Trip Ends: Arusha (ARS), Tanzania

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara Game Reserve

Early morning drive from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s last largely undisturbed wildlife havens. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Marvel at the northern Serengeti ecosystem’s seasonal migration of wildebeest, zebras, and predators. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Camp or lodge in Maasai Mara

Day 2: Full Day Maasai Mara Game Reserve

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Maasai Mara is home to the black-maned lion, abundant wildlife, and nearly 500 bird species, including eagles, vultures, storks, and sunbirds. Cheetahs often take shelter under vehicles, offering close-up encounters. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Camp or lodge in Maasai Mara

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Serengeti National Park

Begin with an early morning game drive in Maasai Mara before departing for the Isebania border. Complete border formalities and continue driving to Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Along the way, enjoy game viewing en route. Arrive at your tented camp or lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camp or lodge in Serengeti

Day 4: Serengeti National Park – Full Day Game Drive

Spend a full day on morning and afternoon game drives across the vast Serengeti Plains. Home to over 2 million large animals, including wildebeest, zebras, Thomson’s gazelles, lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, the Serengeti is Africa’s ultimate wildlife sanctuary. Smaller animals like rock hyraxes, mongooses, and nearly 500 bird species add to the biodiversity. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camp or lodge in Serengeti

Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Full Day Game Drives

Enjoy another full day in the Serengeti for extended morning and afternoon game drives, exploring different regions of the park. Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration, predator-prey interactions, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park amidst stunning scenery, returning to your camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camp or lodge in Serengeti

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

Wake up early for a morning game drive in Serengeti, then transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the 8th natural wonders of the world, for a game drive on the crater floor. Spot elephants, black rhinos, lions, zebras, and flamingoes. Enjoy a picnic lunch near Hippo Lake before ascending the crater and driving to Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch
Accommodation: N/A
End of Safari