Kenya, Tanzania · Safari

9-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari with Maasai Mara and Serengeti

9 Days Round trip from Kenya Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 See the Big Five in Maasai Mara and witness the Great Migration
02 Explore the Serengeti's vast plains with lions, cheetahs, and leopards
03 Discover Tarangire's large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees
04 Enjoy a game drive in Ngorongoro Crater, home to abundant wildlife
05 Visit Olduvai Gorge and learn about early human history

Embark on a thrilling 9-day safari adventure across Kenya and Tanzania, visiting iconic wildlife destinations such as Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Amboseli, Tarangire, Lake Nakuru, and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the Big Five in their natural habitats, enjoy breathtaking landscapes, and encounter diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, and rhinos. Explore scenic parks, enjoy full-day game drives, and relax in comfortable lodges throughout the journey.

Embark on a thrilling 9-day safari adventure across Kenya and Tanzania, visiting iconic wildlife destinations such as Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Amboseli, Tarangire, Lake Nakuru, and Ngorongoro Crater.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Arusha, Narok, Nairobi, Namanga, Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley

Pick up from the hotel and attend a pre-departure briefing.
Drive through the Great Rift Valley escarpment to Narok County.
Arrive at Maasai Mara National Reserve, known for the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Enjoy lunch at the lodge or camp, followed by an afternoon game drive.

Accommodation: Mara Chui Lodge.

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara

Wake up early and have breakfast.
Enjoy a full-day game drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Have a picnic lunch and explore the Mara Triangle and surrounding conservancies.

Accommodation: Mara Chui Lodge.

Day 03

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart after breakfast for Lake Nakuru National Park.
Arrive and check in to your room.
Enjoy lunch, followed by a game drive to spot flamingos and more than 400 bird species.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Day 04

Lake Nakuru to Amboseli with Kilimanjaro Views

After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park via Nairobi.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Maasai County with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Have a picnic lunch en route, then continue with a game drive in Amboseli, known for its elephants and Kilimanjaro views.

Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge.

Day 05

Amboseli to Tarangire via Namanga Border

Depart Amboseli with a view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Cross the Namanga border into Tanzania.
Arrive at Tarangire National Park and enjoy a game drive.
The park is known for its large elephant herds and baobab trees.

Accommodation: Heart & Soul Lodge.

Day 06

Tarangire to the Serengeti Plains

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park.
Enjoy a game drive upon arrival in the famous Serengeti.
Explore the vast plains teeming with wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camps.

Day 07

Full-Day Wildlife Viewing in Serengeti

Enjoy a full-day game drive in the Serengeti.
Visit the central Serengeti area and have a picnic lunch in the park.
Continue with afternoon game drives, capturing the stunning wildlife and scenery.

Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camps.

Day 08

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater via Olduvai Gorge

Travel to Ngorongoro Crater, passing through Olduvai Gorge.
Enjoy a game drive on the crater floor, home to a wide variety of wildlife.
Visit Olduvai Gorge, an important site for early human fossil discoveries.
Have lunch with breathtaking views of the crater.

Accommodation: Venus Premier Hotel, Arusha.

Day 09

Arusha to Nairobi via Namanga

After breakfast, return to the Namanga border.
Cross back into Kenya and continue to Nairobi.
Arrive in Nairobi in the evening, concluding the trip.

Where this trip takes you

Maasai Mara plains, Great Rift Valley escarpment, Mount Kilimanjaro views, Serengeti National Park plains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kenya 10 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation as detailed in the itinerary
AMREF Flying Doctors services in East Africa (travel insurance) in case of emergency
All meals as noted in the itinerary, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets with both Western and local dishes
Transportation in a standard game-viewing safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy viewing and photography
Guaranteed window seat for every passenger
English-speaking driver/guide with in-depth knowledge of flora, fauna, landscape, and Kenyan culture
A minivan equipped with two-way, long-range high-frequency radio communications
Safari accessories in each 4x4 Toyota HiAce minivan, including window sills, a first-aid kit, an ice chest, and a fire extinguisher
Bottled mineral water provided during game drives
Park entrance fees and game drives as per the itinerary
All government taxes, levies, and fees
Pick-up and drop-off transfers

What's Not Included

A minimum of US$ 10 per tourist per day for driver/guide appreciation tipping
International airfares and departure taxes
Personal communication charges for telephone calls, faxes, emails, etc.
Tips and gratuities for your driver/guide
Flights from Arusha to Zanzibar and from Zanzibar to Nairobi
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (bottled mineral water is provided during game drives)
Laundry services
Between-meal snacks, parks, attractions, and events not included in the itinerary
Rain jackets and hand gloves
Balloon safari in Masai Mara (USD$ 490 per person)
Personal needs
Masai village visit (US$ 30)