Wildlife Safari|Wildlife Safari|Tanzania

9 Days / 8 Nights East Africa Safari Grand Circuit

Maasai Mara National Reserve | Amboseli National Park | Tarangire National Park | Serengeti National Park | Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Kenya
Duration9 Days
Best ForThis safari is ideal for international travelers, couples, families, photographers, wildlife enthusiasts, honeymooners, and first-time visitors to East Africa who want to experience both Kenya and Tanzania in one comprehensive safari., It is especially suitable for travelers who want to combine the Great Wildebeest Migration ecosystem of the Mara–Serengeti, Amboseli's iconic elephants and Mount Kilimanjaro, Tarangire's giant baobabs and elephants, and the incredible wildlife concentration of Ngorongoro Crater.
DifficultyEasy
Rating4.9 / 5
Transport4x4 Safari Vehicle

Experience the very best of Kenya and Tanzania on an unforgettable 9-day East African safari designed for travelers who want to experience some of the region's most iconic wildlife destinations in one seamless journey. Begin in the legendary Maasai Mara, famous for its Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration. Continue south to Amboseli National Park, where enormous elephant herds roam beneath the magnificent backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Cross into Tanzania and discover Tarangire National Park, renowned for its giant baobab trees and large elephant populations. Continue into the legendary Serengeti National Park, where vast grasslands support some of Africa's greatest concentrations of predators and prey. Your final wildlife experience takes you into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheatre filled with an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. This itinerary is carefully arranged to avoid unnecessary backtracking, creating a smooth Kenya-to-Tanzania safari journey.

Safari Highlights

ig Five wildlife encounters
Great Wildebeest Migration opportunities in Maasai Mara and Serengeti
Mara River experience (seasonal)
Amboseli elephant herds

Itinerary Overview

07:00 AM – Departure from Nairobi

Meet your Africo Safari guide at your hotel or airport for a safari briefing before departing for the Maasai Mara.

Travel through the beautiful Kenyan countryside toward the Great Rift Valley.

09:00 AM – Great Rift Valley Viewpoint

Stop at the famous escarpment viewpoint.

Enjoy panoramic views across the Rift Valley and take photographs before continuing toward Narok.

01:00 PM – Lunch & Check-In

Arrive at your safari camp/lodge and enjoy lunch.

Take a short rest before your first game drive.

03:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive

Enter the Maasai Mara and begin your first wildlife experience.

Look for:

Lions

Elephants

Buffaloes

Giraffes

Zebras

Wildebeest

Cheetahs

Hyenas

Topis

Gazelles

06:30 PM – Sunset

Enjoy the beautiful African sunset before returning to camp.

Dinner & Overnight: Maasai Mara

Included & Excluded

Included in the safari

Airport/hotel transfers as specified
Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
Professional English-speaking safari guide
8 nights' accommodation
Full-board meals during the safari
Game drives as outlined
Kenya and Tanzania park/conservation fees
Kenya–Tanzania border assistance
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Government taxes and applicable service charges

Planned separately

International flights
Kenya and Tanzania visa fees
Travel and medical insurance
Optional Maasai cultural experiences
Hot-air balloon safari
Alcoholic and premium beverages
Laundry
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses

Recommended Accommodation

 accommodation

Maasai Mara National Reserve | Amboseli National Park | Tarangire National Park | Serengeti National Park | Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Kenya

Lodge arranged as part of the safari itinerary.

Maasai Mara Travel Notes

Best time to travelJuly to October for migration crossings; January to March for quieter big cat viewing.
Wildlife focusLions, Cheetahs, Elephants, Wildebeest, Leopards
Best forMigration safaris, Photography, Family safaris

How it feels

Open plains, dramatic wildlife movement, and strong guiding make the Mara a classic safari choice.

Planning note

Book early for peak crossing months and choose private conservancies when you want quieter game drives.

Guest Reviews

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