6 Days Best Masai Mara Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania
This 6 Days Best Masai Mara Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania takes you through Kenya's world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration and abundant big cats including lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania showcases the very best of African safari experiences, from the rolling savannahs of the Mara to Tanzania's crown jewels. The adventure promises unforgettable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural interactions with local Maasai communities throughout your journey.
This Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness the Big Five across multiple premier game reserves and national parks. You'll explore the Masai Mara's 1,510 square kilometers of pristine wilderness, famous for its dramatic river crossings during the annual wildebeest migration. The journey continues into Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit, featuring the world's largest intact volcanic caldera at Ngorongoro Crater. Your comprehensive safari experience includes encounters with over 95 mammal species and 570 bird species across these remarkable ecosystems.
The Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania concludes with exploration of the legendary Serengeti National Park, Tanzania's oldest and most popular national park. This dual-country adventure spans 14,750 square kilometers of endless plains, providing exceptional opportunities to witness predator-prey interactions and massive herds of grazing animals. Experience the thrill of tracking the Big Five while enjoying luxury accommodations and expert guiding throughout your journey. This carefully crafted itinerary ensures you experience the absolute best of East Africa's wildlife heritage in just six unforgettable days.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
Day 2: Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve for afternoon game drives
Day 3: Proceed to full-day game viewing in the Masai Mara with the wildebeest migration
Day 4: Continue with morning game drive and transfer to Arusha, Tanzania
Day 5: Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater for Big Five wildlife viewing
Day 6: Proceed to Serengeti National Park and depart via Kilimanjaro Airport
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Masai Mara National Reserve, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti National Park
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the journey
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and accommodation
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Game drives in all the mentioned parks and reserves
- Crater service fees and conservation fees
- Border crossing assistance
Price Excludes:
- Kenya and Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary (balloon safari, cultural visits)
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Photography fees in some locations
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
Your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya's vibrant capital and gateway to East Africa. Upon arrival, our professional English-speaking driver-guide will provide a warm welcome and comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania expedition. The transfer from the airport to your comfortable Nairobi hotel takes approximately 45 minutes covering 20 kilometers through the city's bustling streets and modern districts. This first day allows you to rest, acclimatize to the East African time zone, and prepare for the incredible Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania wildlife adventure that awaits, with optional Nairobi city exploration including visits to local markets and cultural centers.
- Day2Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve for afternoon game drives
Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve marks the beginning of your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania wildlife experience, departing Nairobi at 7:00 AM for this world-renowned destination. The scenic 270-kilometer journey takes approximately 5 hours through the dramatic Great Rift Valley, passing traditional Maasai villages and offering spectacular valley floor views. Upon arrival at Masai Mara, you'll immediately understand why this Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania combination is considered Africa's premier safari experience, with endless golden grasslands stretching to the horizon. Your afternoon game drive introduces you to the Mara's incredible wildlife diversity including lions, elephants, buffalo, and numerous antelope species, making this Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania adventure truly magical from the very first wildlife encounter.
- Day3Proceed to full-day game viewing in the Masai Mara with the wildebeest migration
Proceed to a full day of intensive game viewing in Masai Mara National Reserve, the highlight of your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania wildlife adventure. Early morning and late afternoon game drives offer optimal opportunities to witness the famous wildebeest migration (seasonal) and observe the Mara's abundant big cats in their natural habitat. The reserve's diverse ecosystems include riverine forests along the Mara River, acacia woodlands, and open grasslands that support over 95 mammal species, making your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania experience incredibly rewarding. During this comprehensive exploration, you'll encounter large elephant herds, pride of lions, elusive leopards, cheetahs, and possibly witness dramatic river crossings, solidifying why this Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania ranks among the world's greatest wildlife experiences.
- Day4Continue with morning game drive and transfer to Arusha, Tanzania
Continue with an early morning game drive in Masai Mara before beginning your transfer to Arusha, Tanzania, transitioning from the Kenya portion to the Tanzania segment of your adventure. The final Mara game drive offers last opportunities to photograph wildlife and witness the morning activities of predators and their prey, concluding the Kenya safari portion of your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania experience. After lunch at your lodge, the 350-kilometer journey to Arusha takes approximately 6 hours via the Isebania-Sirari border crossing, where you'll complete immigration formalities for both countries. Your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania adventure continues as you settle into comfortable Arusha accommodations, preparing for tomorrow's exploration of Tanzania's most famous wildlife destinations and reflecting on your incredible Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania journey so far.
- Day5Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater for Big Five wildlife viewing
Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater, often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World," represents the pinnacle of your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania wildlife experience. The 160-kilometer journey from Arusha takes approximately 3 hours through Tanzania's beautiful highlands, passing Maasai villages and coffee plantations before reaching this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your descent into the 600-meter deep crater reveals a natural amphitheater covering 260 square kilometers, home to over 30,000 animals and making this Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania adventure truly extraordinary. The full day crater tour offers exceptional opportunities to observe the Big Five including the rare black rhino, massive elephant bulls, buffalo herds, lions, and leopards, ensuring your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania provides unparalleled wildlife viewing in one of Africa's most concentrated animal populations.
- Day6Proceed to Serengeti National Park and depart via Kilimanjaro Airport
Proceed to Serengeti National Park for the grand finale of your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania adventure, exploring Tanzania's most famous national park and crown jewel of African safari destinations. The morning drive covers 145 kilometers taking approximately 3 hours through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, transitioning from highland forests to the endless plains that define the Serengeti ecosystem. Your game drives in the Serengeti reveal why this destination completes your Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania experience perfectly, with vast grasslands supporting massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle along with their predators. The afternoon transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport takes 4 hours covering 350 kilometers, allowing final wildlife viewing opportunities and time to reflect on your incredible Kenya Tour and Trip to Tanzania accomplishments before departure.