10-Day Kenya and Tanzania Combined Safari: Big Five & Migration Tour

Your safari adventure begins upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital. You will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari representative and transferred to your comfortable hotel.

Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to relax at the hotel or explore Nairobi’s attractions, such as the Giraffe Centre or local craft markets. In the evening, enjoy a safari briefing where your guide will walk you through the exciting journey ahead.

This first day is all about settling in, recovering from your journey, and preparing for the incredible wildlife experiences that await.

Highlights:

• Warm airport welcome and seamless transfer
• Pre-safari briefing by expert guide
• Relaxation in a comfortable Nairobi hotel

After an early breakfast, depart for the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. The drive takes you through the stunning Great Rift Valley, offering breathtaking panoramic views and photo opportunities.

Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch, followed by your first thrilling afternoon game drive. The Masai Mara is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.

As the sun sets over the savannah, return to your camp for dinner and relaxation under the African sky.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
• First game drive in Masai Mara
• Opportunity to spot the Big Five

Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara, one of the best safari destinations in the world. With morning and afternoon game drives, you will have ample opportunity to witness the region’s rich biodiversity.

If traveling during migration season (July–October), you may witness the dramatic Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, often facing crocodile-infested waters and lurking predators.

Optional experiences include a hot air balloon safari at sunrise, offering breathtaking aerial views of the savannah, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush.

Highlights:

• Full-day game drives with expert guide
• Great Migration sightings (seasonal)
• Optional balloon safari experience

Another exciting day awaits in the Masai Mara National Reserve, allowing you to explore different areas and maximize wildlife sightings. Your guide will take you to prime locations for spotting predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

You may also visit a traditional Maasai village, where you can learn about the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the Maasai people—adding a rich cultural dimension to your safari.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush and continue your adventure until sunset.

Highlights:

• Diverse wildlife viewing experiences
• Cultural visit to Maasai village (optional)
• Incredible photography opportunities

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and begin your journey to Tanzania. Travel to the Isebania border, where you will complete immigration formalities and meet your Tanzanian safari guide.

Continue to the Northern Serengeti, a remote and wildlife-rich region known for hosting the Great Migration river crossings. Enjoy a game drive en route as you enter this iconic park.

Arrive at your tented camp in the evening and settle in for a peaceful night surrounded by nature.

Highlights:

• Cross-border safari experience
• Scenic drive into Serengeti
• Wildlife sightings en route

Spend a full day in the Northern Serengeti, one of the most exciting regions for wildlife viewing. This area is famous for dramatic river crossings, where wildebeest plunge into crocodile-filled rivers in search of fresh grazing land.

Your guide will position you at the best locations for observing these incredible events, along with predators such as lions, hyenas, and cheetahs.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild and continue exploring until late afternoon.

Highlights:

• Great Migration river crossings (seasonal)
• Predator-prey interactions
• Stunning Serengeti landscapes

After breakfast, travel south to the Central Serengeti (Seronera region), known for its year-round wildlife abundance.

The journey itself is a game drive, offering continuous opportunities to spot wildlife. The central region is famous for its large predator population, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.

Arrive at your camp in time to relax before dinner and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the African wilderness.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Serengeti ecosystems
• Excellent predator sightings
• Transition to Central Serengeti landscapes

Today is dedicated to exploring the heart of the Serengeti National Park. The central region offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa, with vast plains, kopjes (rock formations), and abundant wildlife.

You will enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, tracking animals and observing their natural behaviors. Expect to see large herds of herbivores as well as predators on the hunt.

Return to your camp for a relaxing evening under the stars.

Highlights:

• Full-day Serengeti safari experience
• Big Five sightings
• Spectacular photography opportunities

After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and head towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems.

The crater floor is home to a dense population of wildlife, offering one of the best chances to spot the Big Five in a single day.

Enjoy a game drive with picnic lunch before ascending to your lodge on the crater rim or in Karatu.

Highlights:

• Ngorongoro Crater game drive
• High concentration of wildlife
• Unique volcanic landscape

After an early breakfast, you will depart from the Ngorongoro or Karatu area and begin your scenic drive back to Arusha. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way, passing through local villages and rolling hills as you reflect on your unforgettable safari experience.

Upon arrival in Arusha, you will have time to relax and enjoy lunch, which is included in your package on a half-board basis, ensuring a comfortable and well-planned end to your journey.

Later in the afternoon, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in time for your onward flight. The transfer is carefully scheduled to align with your departure, allowing for a smooth and stress-free experience.

As your safari comes to an end, you will depart with incredible memories of your Kenya and Tanzania adventure, from the vast plains of the Serengeti to the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and the iconic Masai Mara.