10-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari – The Ultimate East Africa Big Five & Great Plains Adventure

Begin your unforgettable East African safari with an early morning departure from Nairobi as you travel through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley. Enjoy scenic viewpoints before continuing to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by your first thrilling afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras and countless other wildlife species. End the day with a spectacular African sunset before dinner and an overnight stay.

Spend the entire day exploring one of Africa’s finest wildlife destinations. Venture deep into the vast savannahs on exciting game drives while searching for the Big Five and the incredible diversity of wildlife that calls the Mara home. Depending on the season, witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration crossing the Mara River. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your adventure. Optional visits to a traditional Maasai village or an early morning hot air balloon safari are available.

After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and journey south through Kenya’s picturesque countryside toward Amboseli National Park. Arrive in the afternoon with magnificent views of Africa’s tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. Later, enjoy an evening game drive as elephants roam beneath the snow-capped peaks, creating one of Africa’s most iconic safari landscapes.

Rise early for unforgettable views of Mount Kilimanjaro before embarking on a full day of wildlife exploration. Amboseli is renowned for its massive elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, wildebeest and hundreds of bird species. Visit observation points overlooking the swamps where wildlife congregates throughout the day while enjoying exceptional photographic opportunities.

After breakfast, drive to the Kenya–Tanzania border for immigration formalities before meeting your Tanzanian safari guide. Continue to the vibrant city of Arusha, nestled beneath Mount Meru. Spend the afternoon relaxing at your lodge or exploring the city’s lively atmosphere while preparing for the next chapter of your safari.

Following breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem famous for its ancient baobab trees and enormous elephant populations. Enjoy an extensive game drive through landscapes dotted with seasonal rivers where lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes and numerous antelope species thrive. After an adventurous day, proceed to your lodge for dinner.

Travel through the beautiful Ngorongoro Highlands before descending into the endless plains of Serengeti National Park. Along the way, wildlife sightings begin immediately as you enter one of Africa’s greatest ecosystems. An afternoon game drive introduces you to the Serengeti’s incredible predators, vast herds of herbivores and breathtaking landscapes stretching beyond the horizon.

Dedicate the day to exploring the endless Serengeti plains. Search for lions lounging beneath acacia trees, elusive leopards, swift cheetahs, elephants, hyenas and massive herds of wildebeest and zebra. Every game drive offers unique encounters as your experienced guide tracks wildlife across different habitats. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature.

Enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Ascend the crater highlands while taking in breathtaking panoramic views. Arrive at your lodge overlooking the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera, where tomorrow’s exciting crater safari awaits.

After an early breakfast, descend over 600 metres into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, hyenas, flamingos and countless other species. After a picnic lunch on the crater floor, ascend the crater walls and drive back to Arusha, bringing your extraordinary 10-day Kenya and Tanzania safari to a memorable close.