Safari Overview
Embark on a breathtaking 7-day safari adventure through Kenya and Tanzania, exploring iconic game parks and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Enjoy thrilling wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and immerse yourself in Maasai culture.
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli (4-hour drive)
- Distance: 120 km, 4 hours
- Pickup from Nairobi hotel, airport, or residence
- Drive through
- Kenya's central highlands, passing local farms and the Great Rift Valley escarpment
- Arrive in Masai Mara around lunchtime, check-in, and head out for an afternoon game drive
- Evening at your Mara safari lodge or tented camp, enjoy dinner and share the day's experiences
- Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full Day at Masai Mara
- Early morning game drive to see the park come alive with wildlife
- Visit the Mara River for a picnic lunch and observe hippos, crocodiles, and, during migration season, dramatic river crossings
- Optional: Early morning hot air balloon safari for a bird’s-eye view of the park
- Optional: Visit a local Maasai village to learn about the culture and traditions
- Return to your accommodation for dinner
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3: Masai Mara to Serengeti
Distance: 6–7-hour drive
- Cross into Tanzania and head to Serengeti National Park
- Arrive in the Serengeti, famous for its vast plains and incredible wildlife, including large lion prides and the Great Migration
- Enjoy an afternoon game drive before heading to your Serengeti lodge or camp for dinner.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4: Full Day at Serengeti
- Explore the Serengeti on game drives, spotting wildebeests, zebras, lions, and more
- Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration with thousands of animals crossing into Masai Mara
- Return to your Serengeti accommodation for a restful evening
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Distance: 3-4 hours
- Visit Olduvai Gorge, the cradle of humanity, with fascinating archaeological sites
- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of wildlife viewing
- Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater floor and continue with game drives
- In the evening, ascend to the crater rim for stunning sunset views
- Overnight at your Ngorongoro accommodation
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
Distance: 1.5 hours
- Early morning game drive to see the sunrise at the crater rim
- Drive to Lake Manyara, famous for its flamingos and tree-climbing lions
- Enjoy game drives around the lake and explore the stunning landscapes
- Return to your accommodation at Lake Manyara for dinner
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 7: Lake Manyara to Arusha / Nairobi / Zanzibar
Distance: 2.5 hours
- Morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park
- Continue the drive to Arusha for your flight back to Nairobi or Zanzibar
- Drop-off at your hotel, airport, or continue your journey
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
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Experience the beauty of Africa with Shades of Africa Safaris—an unforgettable adventure exploring Kenya and Tanzania's finest wildlife reserves. Thank you for choosing us to guide you through these spectacular natural wonders.
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