5 Days Best Masai Mara Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour
Our 5 Days Best Masai Mara Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour takes you through the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, renowned for its abundant big cats and the world-famous wildebeest migration. Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour continues seamlessly into Tanzania's iconic Serengeti National Park, where endless plains teem with wildlife and provide unparalleled game viewing opportunities. This dual-country expedition maximizes your wildlife encounters while minimizing travel time between these two world-class safari destinations.
You will experience the thrill of tracking the Big Five across both countries during your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour, from the rolling savannas of the Masai Mara to the vast grasslands of Serengeti. The tour showcases the incredible diversity of East African wildlife, including large prides of lions, elusive leopards, massive elephant herds, and, if fortunate, the rare black rhinoceros. Professional English-speaking guides ensure you don't miss any wildlife action while sharing fascinating insights about local ecosystems and conservation efforts. The carefully selected accommodations provide comfort and authentic safari experiences in both destinations.
Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour promises incredible photographic opportunities and lifetime memories as you witness nature's greatest spectacle - the annual wildebeest migration. The journey covers approximately 800 kilometers of diverse landscapes, from Kenya's acacia-dotted plains to Tanzania's endless horizons. Expert planning ensures smooth border crossings and optimal game viewing times in both parks. This comprehensive safari experience combines the best of both countries' flagship national parks in one seamless adventure.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Nairobi and Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 2: Full day game drives in Masai Mara - Big Five and big cat encounters
Day 3: Proceed to Serengeti National Park via Isebania Border Crossing
Day 4: Continue with extensive Serengeti game drives - Wildebeest migration viewing
Day 5: Final morning game drive - Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Masai Mara National Reserve and Serengeti National Park
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the tour
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
- Driver allowances and accommodation
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
Price Excludes:
- Kenya and Tanzania Visa fees
- International and Internal Flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities and beverages
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from complimentary water
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and Pick Up, and Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour begins with an early morning arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, followed by a scenic 5-hour drive (280 kilometers) to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through the dramatic Great Rift Valley escarpment, offering breathtaking views of the volcanic landscape and traditional Maasai settlements along the way. Upon arrival at your safari lodge in the heart of Masai Mara, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch before embarking on your first game drive of this incredible Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour. The afternoon game drive introduces you to the reserve's abundant wildlife, including large elephant herds, graceful giraffes, and various antelope species that call this pristine wilderness home, setting the perfect tone for your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour adventure.
- Day2Continue with Full Day Game Drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Day two of your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour features extensive game drives throughout Masai Mara National Reserve, starting with an early morning departure at 6:30 AM to catch the big cats during their most active hunting periods. The Masai Mara, spanning 1,510 square kilometers of pristine savanna, offers exceptional opportunities to spot all members of the Big Five, with lions, leopards, and cheetahs being particularly abundant in this remarkable ecosystem. Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour continues with a picnic lunch beside the Mara River, where you might witness the dramatic wildebeest crossings (seasonal) that make this destination world-famous among wildlife enthusiasts. The afternoon game drive focuses on tracking the elusive black rhinoceros and exploring different sections of the reserve, ensuring your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour captures the full diversity of wildlife that makes the Masai Mara one of Africa's premier safari destinations.
- Day3Proceed to Serengeti National Park via Isebania Border Crossing
Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour continues with an early morning departure from Masai Mara at 7:00 AM, beginning the 6-hour journey (320 kilometers) to Tanzania's legendary Serengeti National Park via the Isebania-Sirari border crossing. The scenic drive offers opportunities to spot wildlife along the route and experience the cultural transition between Kenya and Tanzania, with border formalities typically taking 1-2 hours to complete all necessary procedures. Upon crossing into Tanzania, your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour enters the northern Serengeti ecosystem, where the landscape gradually transforms into the endless plains that have made this destination synonymous with African safari adventures. Arrival at your Serengeti accommodation is scheduled for late afternoon, allowing time to settle in before an evening game drive that marks the Tanzanian portion of your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour, with excellent chances of encountering large predator populations and massive elephant herds.
- Day4Continue with Extensive Serengeti Game Drives and Wildebeest Migration
The fourth day of your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour is dedicated to exploring the vast Serengeti ecosystem, beginning with a sunrise game drive at 6:00 AM to witness the golden light illuminating the endless plains that stretch to the horizon. Serengeti National Park, covering 14,750 square kilometers of pristine wilderness, provides unparalleled opportunities to observe the Great Migration (seasonal) and encounter all members of the Big Five in their natural habitat. Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour includes a full day of game viewing with strategic stops at different locations within the park, maximizing wildlife encounters and photographic opportunities throughout this spectacular landscape. The day concludes with a sunset game drive, offering magical lighting conditions and increased predator activity, ensuring your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour delivers the ultimate Serengeti experience with memories that will last a lifetime.
- Day5Final Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour concludes with a final early morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, departing at 6:30 AM for one last opportunity to capture incredible wildlife moments and photograph the sunrise over the African savanna. The morning drive focuses on areas known for high predator concentrations, giving you a final chance to spot any wildlife species you may have missed during your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour adventure. After returning to the lodge for breakfast and check-out, you'll begin the 5-hour journey (350 kilometers) to Kilimanjaro International Airport, with scenic stops along the way to purchase souvenirs and enjoy the stunning Tanzanian landscape. Your Kenya Safari and Tanzania Tour ends with airport transfer and departure assistance, leaving you with incredible memories of two of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations and the satisfaction of experiencing the best of East African safari adventures.