7 Days Best Masai Mara Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour
This 7 Days Best Masai Mara Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour combines the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya with Tanzania's world-famous Serengeti National Park. You'll witness the spectacular Big Five animals in their natural habitat while experiencing the breathtaking wildebeest migration that defines East African safaris. The tour provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore diverse ecosystems and encounter abundant wildlife in two countries.
This Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour takes you through pristine wilderness areas where lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and the elusive rhinoceros roam freely. The Masai Mara-Serengeti ecosystem forms one continuous landscape that supports millions of wildlife species throughout the year. Professional English-speaking guides will enhance your safari experience with their extensive knowledge of animal behavior and local culture. The trip offers comfortable accommodations and seamless border crossings between Kenya and Tanzania for an unforgettable East African adventure.
Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour adventure begins in Nairobi and concludes in Arusha, covering approximately 800 kilometers of spectacular African wilderness. The itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife viewing opportunities during optimal game drive times in both morning and afternoon sessions. You'll experience the raw beauty of the African savannah while staying in carefully selected accommodations that blend comfort with authentic safari atmosphere. This tour represents the pinnacle of East African safari experiences, combining two UNESCO World Heritage sites in one comprehensive package.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi
Day 2: Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve via Narok Town
Day 3: Proceed to extensive game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 4: Continue with morning game drive and afternoon border crossing to Tanzania
Day 5: Transfer to Serengeti National Park via Isebania-Sirari border
Day 6: Proceed to full day game drives in Central Serengeti National Park
Day 7: Continue with final game drive and departure to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Price Includes:
- Park fees for both the Masai Mara National Reserve and the 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 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.
- Optional Activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees at accommodations
- Tips for driver-guide and lodge staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from complimentary water
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi
Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour begins with arrival and pickup from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi at any time of day. Our professional English-speaking driver-guide will welcome you and provide a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour adventure. You'll be transferred to your hotel in Nairobi (45 minutes’ drive covering 20 kilometers) for overnight accommodation and rest before the safari begins. The Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour team will ensure all your travel documents are in order and answer any questions about the exciting journey ahead.
- Day2Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve via Narok Town
Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve begins early morning with departure from Nairobi at 7:00 AM, driving through the scenic Great Rift Valley escarpment. The Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour continues with a stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photographs and refreshments before proceeding to Narok Town. The journey covers 280 kilometers and takes approximately 5 hours, arriving at your lodge in time for lunch and afternoon game drive. Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour guide will introduce you to the Masai Mara ecosystem, famous for its abundant wildlife and the annual wildebeest migration
- Day3Proceed to extensive game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Proceed to extensive game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve starting with an early morning drive at 6:30 AM when animals are most active. Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour adventure intensifies as you search for the Big Five animals including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhinoceros. The Masai Mara covers 1,510 square kilometers of pristine wilderness and offers exceptional opportunities to witness predator-prey interactions and diverse bird species. The Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour includes both morning and afternoon game drives, maximizing your chances of incredible wildlife sightings and photography opportunities.
- Day4Continue with morning game drive and afternoon border crossing to Tanzania
Continue with morning game drive in Masai Mara from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, capturing final wildlife moments before departing for Tanzania. Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour progresses with checkout from the lodge and a scenic drive towards the Isebania-Sirari border crossing point. The journey covers 200 kilometers and takes approximately 4 hours, including border formalities and immigration procedures between Kenya and Tanzania. The Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour team will assist with all border crossing requirements, ensuring a smooth transition as you enter Tanzania for the Serengeti portion of your adventure.
- Day5Transfer to Serengeti National Park via Isebania-Sirari border
Transfer to Serengeti National Park begins immediately after completing border crossing formalities at the Isebania-Sirari border post between Kenya and Tanzania. Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour continues with a drive through the Northern Serengeti, famous for river crossings during the wildebeest migration season. The journey covers 150 kilometers and takes approximately 3 hours through changing landscapes from acacia woodlands to open grassland plains. Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour guide will explain the ecosystem differences between Masai Mara and Serengeti while conducting game viewing en route to your accommodation.
- Day6Proceed to full-day game drives in Central Serengeti National Park
Proceed to full day game drives in Central Serengeti National Park, departing from your lodge at 6:00 AM with packed lunch for an extensive wildlife exploration. The Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour reaches its climax as you explore the vast Serengeti plains covering 14,750 square kilometers of diverse habitats. You'll witness the incredible concentration of wildlife including large prides of lions, solitary leopards, massive elephant herds, and if fortunate, the extremely rare black rhinoceros. Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour experience includes visits to the Seronera River area, famous for year-round wildlife viewing and exceptional photographic opportunities.
- Day7Continue with the final game drive and departure to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Continue with final game drive in Serengeti National Park from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM, capturing last memories of your incredible Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour adventure. After breakfast and checkout, you'll begin the journey to Kilimanjaro International Airport, covering 350 kilometers through the Northern Tanzania circuit. The drive takes approximately 6 hours through Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Arusha town, arriving at the airport in time for your international departure flight. Your Kenya Safari and Serengeti Tour concludes with fond memories of witnessing Africa's most spectacular wildlife in two of the continent's premier safari destinations.