This 7 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari is the best choice for travelers who wish to visit these two countries for the mighty annual wildebeest migration and the dense and diverse big game found here. Places to visit include the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Your Africa Safari Holiday will start off with Masai Mara – Experience this Kenya’s finest reserve, which is home to a variety of wildlife, with unlimited game drives during your 3 nights stay. After the safari dust of the Mara, you’ll then cross into Tanzania via the Isebania border with an onward transfer to a camp in Serengeti.
Day 1: Transfer from Nairobi International Airport to Masai Mara
On day 1 of the 7 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari, our Vibrant Holiday Safaris Driver-Guide will report to the airport for the start of the safari. With an 8 am departure for a picturesque drive descending the Great Rift Valley and onwards to Masai Mara, Kenya And famous game reserve. ( Drive time 5.5 hours). You will be in your own private and exclusive 4×4 Landcruiser Safari vehicle. You will stop briefly en route at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint to enjoy the stunning views of the largest Valley in the world, said to be visible from outer space.
Arrive at your camp in Masai Mara for a leisurely lunch. Your afternoon game drive starts at 3.30 pm, allowing spotting of the amazing wildlife in the reserve ranging from the Big Cats such as Lion, Leopard & Cheetah to Rhino, Elephant, and Wildebeest. Our Driver Guide will try his best to show you not just the Big Five animals but the Big Nine as well. Return to your tented camp by 6.30 pm.
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Mid-Range: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Budget: Greenwood Safari Camp
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Game Drive in Masai Mara
You will be taken on two game drives today, one in the morning from 6.15 am to 9 am, before breakfast and the other in the late afternoon after lunch from 3.30 pm to 6.30 pm. Early mornings and late afternoons are considered the best time to spot animals at their most active. As your safari is private, your game drive timings are flexible, and convenient if traveling with children or if on a honeymoon when you perhaps want to lie in longer on some of the days. You may also choose to have a full-day game drive one for the whole day] with a packed picnic lunch at no extra cost. Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at the camp.
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Mid-Range: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Budget: Greenwood Safari Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive at Masai Mara
On day 3 of your 7 Days Kenya and Tanzania Safari, you will be taken on two game drives today. One in the morning before breakfast and the other in the late afternoon after lunch. You may want to add a Maasai Village visit or a Hot air Balloon ride into your safari. (Optional activities at additional cost – please enquire with us). Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at the camp.
Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Mid-Range: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Budget: Greenwood Safari Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Serengeti National Park via Isebania Border
After early breakfast and check-out, proceed for a morning game drive en route to Serengeti National Park for your Tanzania safari part of the Itinerary. Our Vibrant Holiday Safaris Driver tour guide will then transfer you to the Isebania border and assist with crossing border formalities with the authorities there. You will then cross the border by foot where you will find your Tanzanian driver tour guide waiting for an onward transfer to your overnight camp in Serengeti National Park. It will be a long day of driving but the game drives in and out of the parks can be surprisingly incredible.
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Mid-Range: Mbalageti Safari Lodge
Budget: Serengeti Sound of Silence
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Early Morning Game Drive In Serengeti National Park
Today you will be taken on two game drives. One in the morning before breakfast, and the other in the late afternoon after lunch. Early mornings and late afternoons are considered the best time to spot animals at their most active. As your African safari is private, your game drive timings are flexible, and convenient if traveling with children or if on a honeymoon when you perhaps want to lie in longer on some of the days. You may also choose to have a full-day game drive safari [ one for the whole day] with a packed picnic lunch at no extra cost. Return in the evening for dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Mid-Range: Mbalageti Safari Lodge
Budget: Serengeti Sound of Silence
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
On day 6 of the Kenya and Tanzania Safari, you will wake up early for your morning Safari game drive. Which will give you the opportunity to see more of Serengeti’s great wildlife. Return to the Camp for a relaxed breakfast – rest of the morning at leisure. The lodge has a swimming pool. After the sumptuous lunch, take a mid-afternoon safari game drive to further explore the park. Return to the lodge by evening in time for a relaxed evening. This may be enlivened by entertainment provided by the lodge, followed by dinner.
Location: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation Option:
Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge
Mid-Range: Mbalageti Safari Lodge
Budget: Serengeti Sound of Silence
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight
At the break of dawn, you embark on your concluding game drive in Serengeti followed by a leisurely breakfast. Check out by 10 am for a return road transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your flight back home.
Location: Kilimanjaro International Airport
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Inclusive;
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary on a Full board basis in the camp/lodge.
- 4×4 Land Cruiser Jeep Safari vehicle with a Game-viewing roof hatch
- Upto 10 Private Safari game drives for the tour both in Masai Mara Serengeti.
- Professional, English-speaking Driver Guide including all his expenses allowances
- Fuel, driver, and car park fees, drivers allowance
- Park entry fees
Exclusive;
- International flight tickets and visa costs.
- Tips and laundry