8-day Kenya & Tanzania safari.

Explore the drama of the Great Wildebeest Migration in the legendary Masai Mara and Serengeti ecosystems. This 8-day Kenya & Tanzania safari is designed to maximize your chances of witnessing river crossings, predator action, and jaw-dropping landscapes – all with midrange, all-inclusive accommodations, expert guides, and seamless cross-border logistics.

Safari Overview

• Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

• Destinations: Nairobi, Masai Mara (Kenya), Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Tanzania), Arusha

• Tour Type: All-Inclusive, Midrange, Private Safari

• Best Time to Go: July – October (Masai Mara crossings), December – June (Southern Serengeti calving)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Transfer to Masai Mara

• Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

• Meet and greet by your safari guide

• Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve with a scenic stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint

• Afternoon game drive en route to your lodge

• Overnight: Zebra Plains Mara Camp or similar

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drives – Masai Mara Migration Highlights

• Explore the Mara River area, where wildebeest crossings occur

• Spot the Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo

• Optional hot-air balloon safari (extra cost)

• Picnic lunch in the savannah

• Overnight: Zebra Plains Mara Camp

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Morning Drive – Cross into Tanzania via Isebania – Serengeti National Park

• Early morning game drive in Masai Mara

• Cross the Kenya–Tanzania border at Isebania with customs assistance

• Game drive en route to Central Serengeti

• Overnight: Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp or similar

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

• Follow the migration paths based on seasonal herd locations

• Expect cheetahs, lions, elephants, hyenas, and massive wildebeest herds

• Picnic lunch under acacia trees

• Overnight: Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Serengeti – Game Drive to Ngorongoro

• Sunrise game drive in Serengeti

• Drive through the plains toward the Ngorongoro highlands

• Optional Maasai village visit en route

• Overnight: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge or similar

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Transfer to Karatu

• Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive

• Spot endangered black rhinos, lions, and flamingos

• Picnic lunch by the hippo pool

• Evening at leisure in Karatu

• Overnight: Country Lodge Karatu or similar

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Karatu – Drive to Arusha

• Morning drive through the scenic landscapes of Tanzania

• Visit local coffee plantations (optional)

• Arrival in Arusha by late afternoon

• Overnight: African Tulip Hotel or similar

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Departure – Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport

• Breakfast and relaxation at the hotel

• Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight

• Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included (All-Inclusive Safari)

• All accommodations (midrange lodges & camps)

• All meals as specified (B, L, D)

• Safari in a 4×4 pop-up roof Land Cruiser

• Professional English-speaking guide in each country

• All park entrance fees and conservation fees

• All airport transfers

• Bottled drinking water on safari

• Cross-border assistance at Isebania

• Government taxes and levies

What’s Not Included

• International flights

• Visa fees for Kenya & Tanzania

• Travel insurance

• Tips & personal expenses

• Optional activities (e.g., hot-air balloon safari)

Why Choose This Safari?

• Witness the Great Migration in two iconic parks

• Seamless cross-border itinerary with expert support

• Stay at handpicked midrange lodges and tented camps

• Small-group or private option available

• Ideal for photographers, families, couples, and wildlife lovers

Travel Tips

• Bring layered clothing for cool mornings and warm afternoons

• A good pair of binoculars enhances the experience

• Power banks and universal plugs are useful at camps

Best Time to Book This Migration Safari

• Masai Mara Wildebeest Crossings: July – October

• Calving Season in Southern Serengeti: January – March

Book Your Safari Today

Contact us now to reserve your seat for the Great Migration Safari – limited spaces available during peak season!