11-Days Kenya & Tanzania Classic Safari – Great Migration, Nairobi, Nakuru & Maasai Mara (Kenya), (Tanzania)-Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Tarangire Adventure
An Unforgettable Journey Through Africa’s Greatest Wilderness
Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Countries: Kenya & Tanzania
Travel Period: January – March / June – December 2026/2027
Safari Overview
Experience the ultimate East African safari adventure combining Kenya’s iconic wildlife reserves with Tanzania’s legendary wilderness destinations. This carefully designed 11-day journey takes you through some of Africa’s most celebrated landscapes, offering unforgettable opportunities to witness the Big Five, breathtaking scenery, and the spectacular drama of the Great Migration.
Begin your adventure in Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital and a unique gateway where modern city life meets wildlife conservation. Continue through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park, a beautiful wildlife sanctuary famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and incredible birdlife.
Journey onward to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s premier safari destinations, where endless golden savannahs, abundant wildlife, and powerful predators create an extraordinary wildlife experience. Continue across the border into Tanzania and explore the world-famous Serengeti National Park, home to vast open plains, iconic landscapes, and the unforgettable Great Migration.
Discover the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders, where thousands of animals thrive within a unique volcanic ecosystem. Complete your safari adventure in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, diverse wildlife, and stunning scenery.
This exceptional safari combines wildlife, adventure, culture, and natural beauty — showcasing the very best of Kenya and Tanzania.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN NAIROBI – GATEWAY TO THE WILD
Destination: Nairobi, Kenya
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi.
Nairobi is the perfect gateway to your East African safari adventure, offering a unique blend of modern city life, culture, and wildlife conservation. Take time to relax after your journey and prepare for the exciting safari experiences ahead.
DAY 2: NAIROBI WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE – ELEPHANTS, GIRAFFES & URBAN SAFARI
Activities:
- Nairobi National Park Game Drive
- David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Visit
- Giraffe Centre Visit
After breakfast, begin your safari adventure with a unique wildlife experience in Nairobi, the only capital city in the world with a national park within its boundaries.
Start with a game drive in Nairobi National Park, where you have the opportunity to see lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, rhinos, and other wildlife against the backdrop of Nairobi’s skyline.
Continue to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, one of Kenya’s most successful conservation projects, where rescued orphan elephants are cared for and prepared for their return to the wild.
Later, visit the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, where you can enjoy a close-up encounter and learn about giraffe conservation efforts.
After this memorable introduction to Kenya’s wildlife and conservation, return to your hotel for relaxation before continuing your safari journey the following day.
Accommodation: Eka Hotel / Tamarind Tree Hotel – Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 3: LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK – FLAMINGOS, RHINOS & RIFT VALLEY BEAUTY
Route: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel through the breathtaking landscapes of the Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park, one of Kenya’s most scenic wildlife destinations.
Located around a beautiful alkaline lake, Lake Nakuru is famous for its rich birdlife, seasonal flamingo gatherings, and successful rhino conservation efforts protecting both black and white rhinos. The park also offers excellent opportunities to see lions, leopards, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, waterbucks, and other wildlife against the backdrop of forests, grasslands, and the dramatic Rift Valley escarpment.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive exploring this diverse ecosystem before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 4: LAKE NAKURU – MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Enter the Land of Endless Plains
After breakfast, continue your journey to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve.
The Maasai Mara is one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, renowned for its rolling grasslands, exceptional year-round game viewing, and high concentration of predators. Enjoy your first afternoon game drive searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras.
The Mara forms part of the Greater Serengeti ecosystem and is the stage for the spectacular Great Migration, one of nature’s greatest wildlife events.
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp / Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 5: FULL DAY MAASAI MARA SAFARI
Wildlife Paradise & Great Migration Territory
Spend a full day exploring the incredible Maasai Mara National Reserve.
The Mara provides some of the finest wildlife experiences in Africa, with opportunities to witness dramatic predator encounters, large herds of grazing animals, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the famous savannah plains in search of lions resting beneath acacia trees, cheetahs hunting across open grasslands, elusive leopards, elephants, buffalo, and countless other species.
During the Great Migration season (July–October), witness the dramatic movement of thousands of wildebeest and zebras as they follow ancient migration routes between Tanzania and Kenya.
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp / Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 6: MAASAI MARA – NORTHERN SERENGETI VIA ISEBANIA BORDER
Crossing Into Tanzania’s Legendary Wilderness
After breakfast, depart Maasai Mara and cross into Tanzania through the Isebania border before continuing to the Northern Serengeti.
The Northern Serengeti is a remote and spectacular wilderness area, famous for dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and its importance during the Great Migration. Depending on the season, this region offers opportunities to witness large herds of wildebeest and zebras, predator activity, and unforgettable river landscapes.
Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive as you begin exploring Tanzania’s most iconic national park.
Accommodation: Moyo Migration Camp / Kati Kati Mara Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 7: NORTHERN SERENGETI – MARA RIVER REGION
Witness Nature’s Greatest Wildlife Drama
Spend another exciting day exploring the Northern Serengeti, especially the Mara River region, one of the most dramatic areas during the Great Migration.
During migration season, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather along the riverbanks preparing for their dangerous crossing, while predators such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, and crocodiles wait nearby.
Outside migration periods, the Northern Serengeti remains a spectacular destination offering excellent wildlife viewing, peaceful landscapes, and fewer visitors.
Accommodation: Moyo Migration Camp / Kati Kati Mara Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 8: NORTHERN SERENGETI – CENTRAL SERENGETI
Into the Heart of the Endless Plains
Continue into Central Serengeti, the heart of Tanzania’s most famous national park.
The Central Serengeti is famous for its endless golden plains, abundant wildlife, and exceptional predator sightings. The area supports large populations of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and many other species.
Enjoy unforgettable game drives through this iconic landscape where every moment brings the possibility of a remarkable wildlife encounter.
Accommodation: Tukaone Serengeti Camp / Golden Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 9: SERENGETI – NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Descend Into Africa’s Natural Wonder
After breakfast, depart Serengeti and continue towards the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
The Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Created millions of years ago following the collapse of a giant volcano, the crater forms a unique natural sanctuary supporting thousands of animals throughout the year.
Enjoy a crater descent and game drive searching for the Big Five, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and leopards, while surrounded by spectacular scenery.
Accommodation: Marera Valley / Bougainvillea / Ngorongoro Farm House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board Basis)
DAY 10: KARATU – TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK – ARUSHA
Elephant Kingdom & Baobab Landscapes
After breakfast, continue to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most beautiful and rewarding wildlife destinations.
Tarangire is famous for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, seasonal wildlife movements, and scenic landscapes along the Tarangire River. The park is also home to lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and an impressive variety of bird species.
Enjoy your final safari game drive before continuing to Arusha for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel / Green Side Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner (Half Board Basis)
DAY 11: FINAL TRANSFER – ARUSHA TO NAIROBI OR KILIMANJARO AIRPORT
Farewell to East Africa
After breakfast, your unforgettable Kenya and Tanzania safari comes to an end.
Depending on your travel arrangements, you will be transferred either:
Option 1: Arusha – Namanga Border – Nairobi – Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Option 2: Arusha – Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international flight home
As you depart East Africa, take with you unforgettable memories of the Great Migration, the endless Serengeti plains, the Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire’s elephant herds, and the incredible wildlife encounters that define Kenya and Tanzania.
END OF SAFARI
Below are our prices for 2 guests travelling from December to March
Per person sharing in a double or twin room: USD 5,300 x 2=
What’s Included
- All accommodation as per itinerary (or similar standard)
- Meals as specified per day (Bed & Breakfast / Full Board)
- All game drives in 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs
- Professional English-speaking safari guide throughout
- All Park entrance and conservation fees
- Ngorongoro Crater descent fees
- Airport and inter-park transfers
- Transfer Maasai Mara to Isebania boarder
- Transfer Arusha -Namanga boarder
- Transfer Namanga to Nairobi/ Airport
- David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage entry
- Giraffe Centre visit and entry fee
- Nairobi National Park game drive
- Kenya–Tanzania border crossing assistance
- Unlimited drinking water during game drives
- Flying Doctors / AMREF emergency evacuation cover
What’s Excluded
- International and regional airfares
- Kenya & Tanzania visa fees
- Mandatory Travel Insurance – Tanzania & Zanzibar: Adults USD $44 per person; Children (3–17) USD $22 per person
- Passengers Facilitation Fee (PFF) / VI-Tax for international air travel: USD $90 per person
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal items: laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar
- Alcoholic and soft beverages (unless specified)
- Optional activities and balloon safaris
- Gratuities and tips for guides and camp staff
- COVID-19 testing or health requirements
- Any items of a personal nature
