9-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Adventure
9-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Adventure, Experience the ultimate East African safari journey through Kenya and Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This carefully curated 9-day adventure combines thrilling game drives, luxury tented camps, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s legendary wildlife. From the rolling savannahs of the Maasai Mara to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, every day offers a new discovery. Witness the Big Five, follow the path of the Great Migration, explore ancient archaeological treasures at Olduvai Gorge, and enjoy authentic safari hospitality throughout your journey.
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
Welcome to Kenya! Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our representative will warmly receive you and transfer you to your luxury hotel for relaxation after your international flight. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in Nairobi as you prepare for the adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Sarova Panafric Hotel or similar
Day 2: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Nairobi in a custom-built 4×4 safari Land Cruiser and journey through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, with scenic stops along the way for photography and breathtaking views.
Arrive at the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch and relaxation before heading out on your first afternoon game drive. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and the elusive leopard as the African sun sets across the savannah.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Camp / Serena Lodge
Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara
Spend the entire day exploring the legendary Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems. The reserve is renowned for its high concentration of predators including lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
Enjoy thrilling game drives across endless golden plains while spotting massive elephant herds, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, crocodiles, and countless bird species.
Optional experiences include:
- Hot air balloon safari at sunrise
- Visit to an authentic Maasai cultural village
- Sundowner experience in the bush
- Return to camp for dinner under the African stars.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Camp / Serena Lodge
Day 4: Maasai Mara to Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scenic flight into Tanzania’s iconic Serengeti National Park.
Upon arrival, meet your Tanzanian safari guide and continue with a game drive en route to your luxury camp. The Serengeti’s endless plains are home to one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth — the Great Migration.
After lunch and relaxation, head out for an afternoon safari in search of predators and grazing herds roaming the vast landscape.
Accommodation: Enkirari Wilderness Camp / Serena Mbuzi Mawe Camp
Day 5 & 6: Explore the Endless Serengeti
These two days are dedicated to immersive wildlife exploration in the Serengeti ecosystem. Depart with picnic lunches for full-day game drives through diverse habitats including open plains, riverine forests, and kopjes.
Depending on the season, witness dramatic river crossings and massive herds of wildebeest and zebras during the Great Migration. Encounter lions resting beneath acacia trees, cheetahs scanning the horizon, and hyenas patrolling the plains.
Your expert guide will help track wildlife while sharing fascinating insights into the ecosystem, animal behavior, and conservation efforts.
As evening falls, return to camp to enjoy fine dining and the sounds of the African wilderness.
Accommodation: Enkirari Wilderness Camp / Serena Mbuzi Mawe Camp
Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro via Olduvai Gorge
After breakfast and a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, journey toward the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Along the way, visit the famous Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most important paleoanthropological sites where some of the earliest human fossils were discovered. Explore the museum and learn about humanity’s ancient origins.
Continue through scenic highlands to your lodge overlooking the Ngorongoro landscape.
Accommodation: Pakulala Safari Camp / Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Transfer to Arusha
Rise early for a spectacular descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, often referred to as Africa’s “Garden of Eden.”
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, flamingos, and hippos. The crater floor provides one of the best safari experiences in Africa due to its dense wildlife population and dramatic scenery.
Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo pool before ascending the crater walls and continuing to Arusha for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge or luxury hotel in Arusha
Day 9: Arusha to Nairobi Departure
After breakfast, depart for Nairobi with beautiful views of East Africa’s countryside along the journey.
Arrive in Nairobi in time for your international departure flight, bringing your unforgettable safari adventure to a close.
Accommodation Options
- Standard Safari Accommodation
- Maasai Mara: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Serengeti: Enkirari Wilderness Camp
- Ngorongoro: Pakulala Safari Camp
Luxury Safari Accommodation
- Maasai Mara: Sarova Mara Tented Camp / Serena Lodge
- Serengeti: Serena Mbuzi Mawe Camp
- Ngorongoro: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Safari Package Rates
Package Price Per Person
Standard Accommodation USD 5,690
Luxury Accommodation USD 6,200
Optional Return Flight:
Johannesburg – Nairobi with Kenya Airways: USD 750 per person
Package Includes
- Airport transfers in Nairobi
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transport in a customized 4×4 safari Land Cruiser
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Luxury lodges and tented camps
- Private game drives
- All park entrance fees
- Full-board meals during safari
- Bottled drinking water during game drives
- Government taxes and levies
Exclusions
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Tips and gratuities