10 Day Kenya & Tanzania Combined Camping Safari
Embark on an exceptional adventure that combines the best of Kenya and Tanzania, providing a remarkable experience for travelers. Begin by immersing yourself in the enchanting Masai Mara Game Reserve, where thrilling game drives offer the opportunity to encounter the renowned big five, including majestic lions, elusive leopards, and the iconic wildebeest migration. Continue your journey to Lake Nakuru, a haven for avid birdwatchers, where you can witness the captivating sight of numerous bird species. Additionally, get the chance to spot the impressive black and white rhinoceros in their natural habitat.
Proceed to Amboseli, where you will be captivated by the awe-inspiring presence of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. Capture breathtaking photographs of this magnificent mountain while enjoying sightings of herds of majestic elephants. Next, venture to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its abundant birdlife, unique tree-climbing lions, and close encounters with hippos. This destination offers a truly immersive wildlife experience. Finally, explore the remarkable Serengeti, where the annual migration of over a million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and Thomson's gazelles unfolds before your eyes. Witness the circle of life as predators such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas follow this epicjourney, resulting in extraordinary wildlife encounters.
Conclude your adventure with a visit to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, a massive caldera boasting an incredible size of 250 square kilometers and a depth of 600 meters. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary scenery and abundant wildlife that has earned this site the title of the eighth wonder of the world or the "EDEN of Africa."
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi-Masai Mara
Commence your journey by departing from Nairobi at approximately 8:00 am. Travel southwards along the magnificent Great Rift Valley, pausing for a scenic picnic lunch at a viewpoint. Arrive at Masai Mara in the afternoon, followed by an exciting evening game drive. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at Mara Sidai Camp, featuring tent accommodations with convenient amenities such as hot showers and in-tent toilets.Day 2: Masai Mara full day
Embark on a full day of exploration after breakfast, dedicated to seeking out captivating wildlife such as elephants, zebras, wildebeest, rhinos, lions, cheetahs, leopards, and various plains game. In the afternoon, you have the option to partake in a nature walk or visit a nearby Masai village. Savor all meals and spend the night at the camp.Day 3: Maasai Mara-L. Nakuru
Enjoy a pre-morning game drive, followed by a late breakfast. Depart the camp for Lake Nakuru, with a picnic lunch en route. If time permits, engage in a brief game drive upon arrival in Nakuru. Dinner and overnight accommodations are provided at a budget hotel or YWCA guest house.Day 4: Nakuru/Amboseli
Embark on an early morning game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, where you can observe the remarkable presence of flamingoes and other bird species. This park also offers the opportunity to spot black and white rhinos. Depart for Amboseli after breakfast, with a picnic lunch during the journey. If time allows, take a short game drive to witness the captivating Mount Kilimanjaro and the majestic elephants. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at Kimana Camp, featuring tents with private bathrooms located outside the tent.Day 5: Amboseli full day
Capture the breathtaking sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, during a pre-morning game drive. You are guaranteed remarkable encounters with large herds of elephants, giraffes, lions, and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight accommodations are provided at the camp or lodge.Day 6: Amboseli-Lake Manyara National park
After an early breakfast, embark on morning game drives before exiting Amboseli National Park. Proceed to Tanzania via the Namanga border, passing through Arusha, and arrive at Lake Manyara National Park with lunch en route. If time permits, enjoy an evening game drive, with highlights including abundant birdlife, tree-climbing lions, and up-close encounters with hippos. Dinner and overnight accommodations are available at the camp.Day 7: Lake Manyara-Serengeti National park
Embark on morning game drives at Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its diverse vegetation and hosting flamingoes at certain times of the year. Proceed to Serengeti National Park, arriving in the evening with an en-route game drive. Dinner and overnight accommodations are provided at Seronera Camp.Day 8: Serengeti Full day
Enjoy a full day of thrilling game viewing in the Serengeti. Witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of over a million wildebeests, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and Thomson's gazelles undertaking their annual migration, accompanied by predators such as lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas. Marvel at the cycle of life as thousands of calves are born daily while predators hunt. Return to the camp for dinner and overnight stay.Day 9: Serengeti/Ngorongoro
After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive before leaving Serengeti. Optionally, stop at the Olduvai Gorge, a river canyon revealing ancient hominid remains and the remains of animals from over 2 million years ago. Proceed to Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight accommodations at the camp.Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater/Arusha
Depart for the Ngorongoro Crater after breakfast, accompanied by a picnic lunch. Enjoy a full day of tracking game within the crater, where you can witness the big five and revel in the breathtaking scenery. Break for a picnic lunch at the Ngoitoktok Springs picnic site. This massive caldera, spanning 250 square kilometers and plunging 600 meters deep, is acclaimed as one of the world's natural wonders and referred to as the eighth wonder of the world or the "EDEN of Africa." Late afternoon, drive back to Arusha to conclude your remarkable journey.