Safari Overview

This is the ultimate East African odyssey. Over 10 days, you will traverse the most famous wildlife corridors on earth. Starting in Kenya, you’ll visit the rhino-rich Lake Nakuru and the world-famous Maasai Mara. You then cross into Tanzania for a deep dive into the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, finishing with the “Elephant Empire” of Tarangire. This itinerary is specifically designed for the traveler who wants a comprehensive, “no-stone-unturned” experience of the African wilderness.

Safari Highlights

The Big Five Plus: Exceptional chances to see the Big Five, plus rare species like the Rothschild Giraffe and Black Rhino.
Two Sides of the Migration: Experience the Great Migration ecosystem from both the Kenyan and Tanzanian perspectives.
Diverse Ecosystems: From the alkaline lakes of the Rift Valley to the volcanic floor of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Baobab Capital: Explore Tarangire, famous for its ancient trees and massive elephant herds.
Border-to-Border Expertise: Seamless transitions between your Kenyan and Tanzanian guides.

Day 1 :

Arrival in Nairobi – The Safari Capital

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the hotel or opt for a visit to the Giraffe Centre or the Karen Blixen Museum. In the evening, enjoy a comprehensive safari briefing over dinner as you prepare for the adventure of a lifetime.

Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel
Meals: Bed and Breakfast

Day 2 :

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

After an early breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive through the lush Kenyan highlands. You’ll stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for a breathtaking panorama of the escarpment before descending to Lake Nakuru. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in this UNESCO World Heritage site. Keep your eyes peeled for the endangered White and Black Rhinos, the rare Rothschild Giraffe, and the thousands of flamingos that often turn the lakeshore pink.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 3 :

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara

Travel across the floor of the Rift Valley to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. This is the northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem and offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa. Arrive at your lodge for a late lunch and a brief rest. In the late afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the Mara, tracking lions, elephants, and cheetahs as the sun begins to set over the rolling plains.

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 4 :

Full Day in the Maasai Mara

Spend a full day exploring the Mara’s diverse habitats, from riverine forests to open grasslands. You can choose to have a morning and evening game drive or carry a picnic lunch for a full-day excursion to the Mara River. Here, you can watch hippos and massive Nile crocodiles. If you visit during the Great Migration (July–October), you may witness the dramatic river crossings of thousands of wildebeest and zebras.

Accommodation: Mara Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 5 :

Maasai Mara to Serengeti (via Isebania)

After an early breakfast, depart with a picnic lunch for the Isebania border. After clearing customs and immigration, you will bid farewell to your Kenyan guide and join your Tanzanian guide in a 4x4 Land Cruiser. Enter the Serengeti through the North or West, enjoying an en-route game drive as you head to your camp. The transition from the Mara to the Serengeti offers a fascinating look at the scale of this vast ecosystem.

Accommodation: Osinon Tented Camp Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 6 & 7 :

Deep Serengeti Exploration – Endless Plains

You have two full days to immerse yourself in the Serengeti, a park so vast its name means "Endless Plains" in the Maasai language. Explore the Seronera Valley, famous for its "kopjes" (rocky outcrops) where leopards and lions often lounge. Your guide will tailor the drives to follow the movement of the Great Migration herds. Between drives, enjoy the atmosphere of your tented camp, listening to the sounds of the African bush at night.

Accommodation: Osinon Tented Camp Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 8 :

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands – The Cradle of Mankind

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before heading toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, you will stop at the Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world. Visit the museum to see fossils of human ancestors dating back millions of years. Continue to the lush, green highlands of Ngorongoro for a relaxing evening and cooler temperatures.

Accommodation: Endoro Lodge Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 9 :

Ngorongoro Crater Tour to Tarangire

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a 6-hour safari. This collapsed caldera is a self-contained ecosystem where you can spot the "Big Five" in a single morning. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor near the hippo pool, ascend and drive to Tarangire National Park. Known as the "Elephant Empire," Tarangire is famous for its ancient baobab trees and massive elephant herds.

Accommodation: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 10 :

Tarangire Game Drive to Arusha

Conclude your safari with a final morning game drive in Tarangire. This park offers a rugged, quiet atmosphere compared to the more famous parks. After lunch at the lodge, drive to Arusha. Your guide will transfer you to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport for your flight home or onward to Zanzibar, carrying memories that will last a lifetime.