Embark on the ultimate Kenya Tanzania safari adventure combining five of Africa’s most legendary wildlife destinations in one unforgettable journey. This carefully crafted 10-day itinerary takes you through the very best of East Africa, where endless plains meet extraordinary wildlife encounters that leave you breathless.
Your Kenya Tanzania safari begins in Kenya’s stunning Lake Naivasha, a freshwater sanctuary in the Great Rift Valley where hippos wallow and over 400 bird species paint the skies. From here, venture into the world-renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve, where the legendary Great Migration unfolds against golden savannahs. Witness lions stalking prey, cheetahs sprinting across open plains, and if you’re fortunate, experience the dramatic river crossings that define Africa’s most spectacular wildlife show.
Continue to Amboseli National Park, where massive elephant herds roam beneath the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. This iconic backdrop creates photography opportunities that safari dreams are made of, with Africa’s gentle giants framed against the continent’s highest mountain.
Crossing into Tanzania, your Kenya Tanzania safari reaches the magnificent Serengeti National Park, an endless wilderness where over 2.5 million animals roam free. The Serengeti’s vast golden plains host Africa’s largest lion population alongside leopards, cheetahs, and countless prey species. Every game drive reveals nature’s raw drama—predator and prey locked in the eternal dance of survival.
Your journey culminates at the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural amphitheatre teeming with wildlife. This collapsed volcanic caldera offers the best opportunity to encounter the Big Five in a single day, with rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and leopards concentrated within the crater’s 100-square-mile floor.
This Kenya Tanzania safari delivers exceptional value by combining both countries’ premier destinations into one seamless adventure. You’ll maximise your game viewing opportunities across diverse ecosystems—from the Great Rift Valley’s lakes and the Maasai Mara’s rolling grasslands to Amboseli’s swamps and the Serengeti’s endless plains.
Whether you’re witnessing the Migration, photographing elephants against Kilimanjaro, or descending into the world’s largest intact caldera, this 10-day Kenya Tanzania safari offers the complete East African experience. Every destination represents the pinnacle of African wildlife viewing, creating memories that last a lifetime.
Ideal for discerning travelers wanting an exquisite safari experience amidst herds of zebra, this escape features intimate camps in the wilderness, complete with infinity pools and curated wine selections.
The only time to experience the beauty of Kenya and Tanzania less is during the long rainy season in April and May. November brings the short rains, which are lighter and more unpredictable. The most unforgettable time to visit the Serengeti is during the awe-inspiring Great Wildebeest Migration and Calving season.
Breakfast will be served early in the morning in Nairobi, and thereafter you will start your adventurous journey to Lake Naivasha. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Great Rift Valley along the way. Arrive in the afternoon and proceed to your lodge, where you will take lunch. Set out for an afternoon boat ride as you explore Lake Naivasha. Visit Crescent Island and take a walking safari. The Island has wild animals living on it.
Enjoy an early-morning breakfast, after which you will leave for the famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive at Maasai Mara Game Reserve in the afternoon and report to your designated camp, where lunch will be served. Set out for an exciting afternoon game drive and explore the Mara, famous for the Great Migration, which has been described as ‘the greatest wildlife show on earth’. Drive back to your camp in the evening for dinner.
This day will be spent entirely exploring the Mara. After an early morning breakfast, make your way into this African wild. Go for an early morning drive where you’ll get a close-up view of animals like giraffes, lions, leopards, buffalos, wild dogs, zebras and antelopes among others. If it’s the Great migration season, you will have the pleasure of seeing over 2 million wildebeests and Zebras make their way from Serengeti across the Mara River into the Maasai Mara. Head back to your lodge or camp just in time for lunch. Have a relaxed afternoon before going for an evening game drive. The evening game drive helps you relax your mind as you enjoy the scenic topography and the setting sun. Drive back to your camp for dinner.
Breakfast will be served early in the morning, after which you will leave Kenya for Tanzania. Set out for an adventurous safari to Serengeti National Park. Follow the same path used by animals during the Great Wildebeest Migration. Take your picnic lunch along the way as you enjoy a shallow game drive across the Serengeti. Make your way to your designated lodge/camp, where you will have lunch before leaving for an afternoon game drive. Drive back to your lodge/camp for dinner.
Enjoy a full day at Serengeti National Park. After an early morning breakfast, proceed to take an exciting morning drive in the Serengeti. Serengeti National Park is renowned for being home to over 500 bird species like lovebirds, ostriches, vultures, Kori bustards, etc. and over 4 million animal species like hyenas, African wild dogs, waterbucks, Topi, cheetahs, plus many more. Apart from the animals and birds, you will also have the pleasure of viewing Serengeti’s scenic topography, which comprises savannah plains, acacia trees, riverine bushes, rivers and scrubs. Drive back to your camp/lodge for dinner.
After an early morning breakfast, proceed to take an exciting full-day game drive in the Serengeti. Serengeti National Park is renowned for being home to over 500 bird species like lovebirds, ostriches, vultures, Kori bustard etc. and over 4 million animal species like hyenas, African wild dogs, waterbucks, Topi, cheetahs, plus many more. Apart from the animals and birds, you will also have the pleasure of viewing Serengeti’s scenic topography, which comprises savannah plains, acacia trees, riverine bushes, rivers and scrubs. Return to your lodge/camp for dinner.
Enjoy a full day exploring the crater, and it’s wildlife.
This collapsed volcano is the main feature of the area and creates a unique ecosystem with a wide variety of vegetation. Enjoy the beautiful colours of the landscapes and the diversity of animals.
The crater is home to the highest concentration of wildlife in Africa and is choked with elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos and even the rare black rhino. This is one of the best places to spot all of the Big Five. The views from the crater rim over the crater floor are incredible. Because of its natural beauty, the Ngorongoro Crater is chosen as one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders.
There is a range of activities to do in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, like visiting a Maasai village. You can spend up to six hours in the crater before heading back to Karatu.
After a sumptuous breakfast at your lodge/camp, you’ll set out for Amboseli National Park. Take lunch along the way before proceeding to the Namanga border, where your vehicle will be changed. Board a new vehicle which will take you to Amboseli National Park. Enjoy game viewing en route before making your way to your designated lodge.
Today you will fully explore Amboseli National Park. Take an early morning drive in the park; Mt. Kilimanjaro is best viewed at this time. Drive back to the lodge where breakfast will be served. Spend the entire morning at the lodge relaxing before departing for an afternoon game drive. Spot the big African elephants as you enjoy the beautiful sunset. Drive back to your lodge for dinner and accommodation.
On this day you will depart to Nairobi after breakfast. Arrive in Nairobi and head to Carnivore restaurant for lunch. Depending on your flight, you can go for an afternoon excursion at the Mamba village or the Giraffe Centre before being dropped off at the airport
Pricing
Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices.
Why travel with us
We keep group sizes intentionally small so every guest gets the attention, flexibility, and authenticity a safari deserves.
Our guides are born from the landscapes they lead. Decades of knowledge, sharp eyes, and a genuine passion for East African wildlife.
From comprehensive pre-trip briefings to 24-hour in-country support, your safety and comfort are always our first consideration.
Every safari we operate contributes to wildlife conservation and local community projects across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
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