6 Days Kenya Safari Holiday and Ngorongoro Serengeti Tour
This 6 Days Kenya Safari Holiday and Ngorongoro Serengeti Tour combines Kenya's world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve with Tanzania's iconic Serengeti National Park and magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour showcases the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth, including the annual wildebeest migration and incredible Big Five encounters. This carefully crafted itinerary ensures you witness the raw beauty and untamed wilderness that makes this Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour an unforgettable experience.
The Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour takes you through three of Africa's most celebrated conservation areas, each offering unique wildlife viewing opportunities. From the rolling hills of the Masai Mara with its abundant big cats and river crossings to the endless plains of the Serengeti teeming with migrating herds. Your adventure continues to the world's largest unbroken caldera, Ngorongoro Crater, often called Africa's Garden of Eden. This Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour provides unparalleled access to diverse ecosystems and wildlife populations that have remained unchanged for millennia.
This Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour represents the pinnacle of African safari experiences, combining classic game viewing with cultural encounters. You'll witness dramatic predator-prey interactions, massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, and rare sightings of endangered black rhinos. The journey spans two countries, offering insights into different conservation approaches and local Maasai communities. Your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour concludes with memories of spectacular sunsets, incredible wildlife photography opportunities, and the satisfaction of experiencing Africa's greatest natural treasures in just six remarkable days.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
Day 2: Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve for classic Kenya safari 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 Serengeti National Park
Day 5: Proceed to full-day Serengeti game drives and transfer to Ngorongoro
Day 6: Continue with the Ngorongoro Crater game drive and departure transfer
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Masai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- 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 in both Kenya and Tanzania
- Driver allowances and accommodation
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Game drives as specified in the itinerary
- Crater service fees and vehicle permits
Price Excludes:
- Kenya and Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing and application fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees and personal laundry
- Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Itinary in details
- DayArrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
Your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya's vibrant capital city. Upon arrival, our professional English-speaking driver-guide will warmly welcome you and provide a detailed briefing about your upcoming Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour expedition across two remarkable countries. The comfortable transfer from the airport to your Nairobi hotel takes approximately 45 minutes covering 20 kilometers through the bustling city streets lined with jacaranda trees. This first day of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour allows time for rest, jet lag recovery, and final preparations for the incredible wildlife adventures that await in the coming days.
- Day2Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve for classic Kenya safari game drives
Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve marks the official beginning of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour wildlife experience, departing Nairobi at 7:00 AM for this world-renowned destination. The scenic 270-kilometer journey takes approximately 5 hours through the Great Rift Valley, passing local markets, Maasai villages, and stunning escarpment viewpoints that enhance your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour experience. Upon arrival at Masai Mara, you'll immediately understand why this reserve is central to any Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour, with its golden savannah grasslands stretching endlessly toward the horizon. Your afternoon game drive introduces you to the Mara's famous residents including lions, leopards, elephants, and if fortunate, the elusive black rhino, setting the tone for your entire Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour adventure.
- Day3Proceed to full-day game viewing in the Masai Mara with the wildebeest migration
Proceed to a comprehensive full day of game viewing in Masai Mara National Reserve, the heart and soul of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour experience. Early morning and late afternoon game drives maximize wildlife viewing opportunities, as this is when the Mara's predators are most active and the lighting perfect for your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour photography. The reserve's 1,510 square kilometers encompass diverse habitats including riverine forests, open grasslands, and acacia woodlands, making your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour incredibly varied and exciting. During this intensive exploration, you'll witness the legendary wildebeest migration (seasonal), dramatic river crossings, pride of lions hunting, and cheetahs sprinting across the plains, creating unforgettable memories that define your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour adventure.
- Day4Continue with morning game drive and transfer to Serengeti National Park
Continue with an early morning game drive in Masai Mara before beginning your cross-border transfer to Serengeti National Park, transitioning to the Tanzanian portion of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour. This final Mara game drive offers last opportunities to spot any missed wildlife species while enjoying the spectacular African sunrise that makes your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour so photogenic. The journey to Serengeti covers 350 kilometers taking approximately 6 hours via the Isebania border crossing, where you'll complete immigration formalities and meet your Tanzanian guide who will continue your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour. Upon entering Serengeti National Park, you'll immediately notice the vast endless plains that stretch to the horizon, welcoming you to the most famous section of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour expedition.
- Day5Proceed to full-day Serengeti game drives and transfer to Ngorongoro
Proceed to intensive full day game drives in Serengeti National Park, exploring the legendary endless plains that define this segment of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour. The Serengeti's 14,750 square kilometers offer unparalleled wildlife diversity, with massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, and Thomson's gazelle creating the backdrop for your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour wildlife viewing experience. Morning and afternoon game drives reveal why the Serengeti is synonymous with African safaris, featuring resident lion prides, leopards resting in kopjes, and cheetahs stalking prey across the open grasslands of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour. Late afternoon transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area takes 2 hours covering 145 kilometers, positioning you perfectly for tomorrow's crater exploration and the grand finale of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour adventure.
- Day6Continue with the Ngorongoro Crater game drive and departure transfer
Continue with the spectacular finale of your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour by descending 600 meters into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater for a full day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, often called Africa's Garden of Eden, provides the perfect conclusion to your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour with its 260 square kilometers of crater floor hosting an incredible concentration of wildlife. The crater's unique ecosystem supports over 25,000 large mammals including all Big Five species, making your Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour complete with potential rhino sightings and spectacular predator interactions. After your crater game drive, the transfer to Arusha Airport takes 3 hours covering 190 kilometers, providing time to reflect on your incredible Kenya Safari Holiday and Serengeti Tour achievements while watching Mount Meru dominate the landscape as you conclude this unforgettable African adventure.