Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Safari
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Start in Nairobi and finish in Arusha on this six–day East Africa adventure. Journey across the Great Rift Valley with views of Mount Longonot, then dive into the Masai Mara’s open savannahs where lions, elephants, giraffes and hippos roam. You’ll cross the Isebania border into Tanzania to explore the legendary Serengeti: expect sweeping plains, big-cat action and classic game drives. Continue to the Ngorongoro Crater for dramatic scenery of forests, lakes and grasslands in a volcanic crater and a chance to spot the Big Five, including the elusive black rhino. It’s a well–paced trip with varied landscapes, abundant wildlife and memorable sunsets throughout.
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Tour Overview
Duration
6 daysHotel Rating
Standard & superior lodges & tented campsStarts
NairobiEnds
ArushaMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Tanzania that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Services of English-speaking safari guidesCountries
Tanzania, KenyaMeals Included
Breakfast: 5, Lunch: 5, Dinner: 5Passengers
£3,425.00
£300.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 1 / Max 8
Trip Type
Safaris & Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Services of English-speaking safari guidesGroup Size
Min 1 / Max 8Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Safaris & ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Nairobi to Narok & Masai Mara
Nairobi - Narok - Masai Mara. Early this morning we collect you from your Nairobi hotel or the airport and drive to Masai Mara National Reserve. The route crosses the floor of the Great Rift Valley with views of Mount Longonot, then continues via Narok to reach our lodge in time for lunch.
We check in and enjoy a hot buffet lunch – you can take a moment to refresh – before we head out on an afternoon game drive in the reserve. Dinner and overnight at Mara Jambo Lodge or similar.
Day 2 - Masai Mara Full-Day Game Drive
We spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve on game drives across open savannah and along the Mara and Talek rivers. Covering 1,510 km² of grasslands and fertile riverine woodland in Kenya, the reserve is renowned for its rich wildlife – expect regular sightings of Masai giraffe, baboons, warthogs, bat-eared foxes, grey jackals, spotted hyaenas, topis, impala, hartebeest and vast herds of wildebeest. Elephants, buffalo, zebra and hippos are also commonly seen. Dinner and overnight at Mara Jambo Lodge or similar.
Day 3 - Masai Mara to the Serengeti
Masai Mara - Serengeti National Park (Tanzania). Early wake-up and breakfast, then we depart the Masai Mara for the Isebania border – the Kenya–Tanzania crossing. We arrive in time for a hot lunch before completing border formalities. If you require a visa on arrival, you can obtain it here with our guide’s assistance.
After clearance, our Kenyan driver–guide hands over to our Tanzanian guide and we continue into Tanzania towards the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight at Osinon Tented Camp – or a similar camp.
Day 4 - Full-Day Serengeti Game Drive
After breakfast, we set off for a full day game drive in Serengeti National Park, carrying a packed lunch. We spend the day exploring its open plains and riverine areas, renowned for abundant wildlife. We pause for lunch in the bush and continue searching for sightings until we return to camp to refresh before dinner. Dinner and overnight at Osinon Tented Camp or similar.
Day 5 - Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater
Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater. We check out and drive to the Ngorongoro Crater, arriving at our lodge in time for lunch.
In the afternoon we head out on a game drive across varied crater landscapes – forest, woodland, open grassland, lakes and swamps – with opportunities to see members of the Big Five. Elephants, lions and buffalo are often encountered; black rhino are present and sometimes seen. We also keep an eye out for serval, spotted hyena and jackal, while cheetah are more elusive. Later, we return to our lodge for dinner and overnight – Rhino Lodge or similar.
Day 6 - Final Game Drive & Arusha
Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha. We head out on a final morning game drive in Ngorongoro Crater – a last opportunity to enjoy the wildlife and views. We then depart Ngorongoro and drive to Arusha, arriving in the afternoon, where the safari ends.
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Hotels
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