8 Days of Safari Splendor: Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi to Masai Mara Game Reserve

Begin your safari adventure with an early morning drive from Nairobi to the Masai Mara, a world-renowned wildlife reserve. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, arriving in the Mara in time for lunch. After checking in at your lodge or camp, embark on your first game drive to spot wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2 Masai Mara Full Day

Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara. The vast plains offer an excellent chance to witness a wide variety of wildlife, including the Big Five. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and continue with an afternoon game drive. An optional visit to a Maasai village can be arranged for a cultural experience. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Day 3 Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park (cross border)

After breakfast, drive to Isebania to cross into Tanzania. After immigration formalities, continue to Serengeti National Park, with a picnic lunch en route. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy an evening game drive in the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration (seasonal) and abundant wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, and elephants. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 4 Serengeti Full Day

Enjoy a full day of game viewing in the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most celebrated parks. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration. Spot predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural habitat. A picnic lunch will be served in the park. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Take in the stunning landscapes en route. After lunch, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy an afternoon game drive. Spot wildlife such as rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos. Return to the crater rim for dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Begin with an early morning game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater. After the tour, ascend the rim and depart for Arusha, the gateway to northern Tanzania. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in Arusha.

Day 7 Arusha Full Day

Enjoy a free day in Arusha. You may choose to visit local markets, nearby cultural sites, or take a scenic walk. Optional excursions include a visit to the Cultural Heritage Museum or a coffee plantation tour. Return to your hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Day 8 Arusha to JRO Airport

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning in Arusha depending on your flight time. Later, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your flight home or onward destination.

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Full board accommodation at lodges/camps during safari
Bed and breakfast accommodation in Arusha
Private transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
Services of a professional English-speaking driver/guide
Game drives as per the itinerary
Park entry fees
Bottled mineral water during safari

Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Drinks (alcoholic and soft)
Optional activities (e.g., balloon safari at USD 450 per person, Maasai village visit)
Lunch on the last day
Visa fees for Tanzania
Any extras not mentioned in the inclusions

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