8 Days 7 Nights Lake Nakuru /Masai Mara/ Serengeti / Ngorongoro/ Lake Manyara Safari Package
Description
The 8-day/7-night Lake Nakuru/Masai Mara/Serengeti/Ngorongoro/Lake Manyara Safari Package is a fantastic tour of Kenya and Tanzania’s top wildlife areas. Kenya’s iconic parks, the Lake Region’s economy, Masai Mara, the Isebania border crossing, the world-famous Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara, a
Season game park that is crucial to Tanzania’s ecosystem, are all included in this thorough itinerary.
Lake Nakuru National Park, home to flamingos and tens of other bird species, will be your first stop on the safari. Explore the park and its beautiful scenery, such as the glistening lake and acacia forests. The park is home to various animals, including the critically endangered white rhino, Rothschild’s giraffe, and zebra. Lake Nakuru provides a peaceful setting for those interested in wildlife and birds.
The next stop is the Masai Mara, Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve and a haven for various animals and plants. On thrilling game drives through the vast savannahs, you may glimpse the incredible Great Migration, in which millions of wildebeests and zebras travel across the plains searching for new grazing grounds. Visit the Mara to
see lions, elephants, giraffes, and other animals up close and enjoy the stunning scenery.
Continuing the safari, you’ll cross the border into Tanzania and visit Lake Manyara National Park. This picturesque park is known for its unique tree-climbing lions, vibrant birdlife, and breathtaking scenery. Explore the park on game drives, witnessing the diversity of wildlife, including elephants, hippos, giraffes, and various bird species. The stunning backdrop of the Great Rift Valley adds to the allure of Lake Manyara, creating unforgettable experiences.
Next, you’ll venture into the legendary Serengeti National Park, a vast savannah teeming with wildlife. Experience the thrill of game drives in one of Africa’s most iconic wilderness areas as you witness lions, cheetahs, elephants, and countless other wildlife species. The Serengeti’s expansive plains provide a magnificent backdrop for remarkable wildlife sightings and unforgettable moments.
The journey concludes with a visit to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, home to the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the caldera and marvel at the remarkable landscapes and incredible concentration of wildlife within this enclosed ecosystem. Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, and various bird species as you explore the crater’s diverse habitats. The Ngorongoro Crater offers a unique opportunity to witness wildlife interactions and capture breathtaking photographs.
The safari’s tented camps and lodges are chosen for comfort and nature connection.
The 8-day, 7-night Lake Nakuru / Masai Mara / Serengeti / Ngorongoro / Lake Manyara
Safari Package takes you to Kenya and Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations. From the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru’s diverse landscapes and wildlife encounters to Lake Manyara’s scenic beauty and unique tree-climbing lions, the Serengeti’s legendary plains, and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, this safari promises an immersive experience that showcases East Africa’s rich biodiversity and natural wonders.
About The Tour
| Inclusions | Exclusions |
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| Arrival & Departure airport transfers complementary to all our clients. | Visas and related costs. |
| Transportation as per itinerary. | Personal Taxes. |
| Accommodation per itinerary or similar with a request to all our clients. | Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature. |
| Meals as per itinerary B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner. | International flights. |
| Services literate English driver/guide. | Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary like Balloon safari, Masai Village. |
| National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary. | |
| Excursions & activities as per itinerary with a request | |
| Recommended Mineral Water while on safari. |
Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
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Day : 1 Nairobi – L. Nakuru National Park
Pick up from Nairobi and then depart t for Lake Nakuru, with scenic views of Mt. Longonot and Lake Naivasha from afar on the main highway. Arrive at the park, have an early lunch at any of the lodges inside L. Nakuru National Park, and enjoy an afternoon game drive inside the park, a sanctuary for the endangered black and white rhinos.
In the evening, check into Ziwa Bush Lodge for dinner and overnight.
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Day : 2 Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
Wake up for breakfast, then depart Lake Nakuru for Masai Mara NR. Enjoy scenic views of Mt. Longonot and Lake Naivasha from afar on the main highway. Arrive at Enkorok Mara Camp for early check-in and early lunch. Around 2:00 p.m., drive out for game viewing in the vast Mara till dusk and return to the camp for freshening, dinner, and overnight.
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Day : 3 Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
Get ready for a full day of exploring the reserve,s wildlife after breakfast. Scenery abounds in savannah grassland above gentle hills in this area. Thanks to its well-developed road and track network, the reserve is often considered Kenya's premier game park. Enjoy a picnic near the hippo pool while keeping an eye out for crocodiles and hippos. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
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Day : 4 Masai Mara – Serengeti National Park via Isebania
After an early breakfast, check out of the camp for your onward journey to Isebania Border Crossing. We’ll hand you over to our Tanzanian guide for the rest of the itinerary in the Magical Northern Circuit.
Your driver guide will transfer you to Africa Safari Serengeti-Ikoma for check-in and lunch, followed by your maiden game drive in the wildlife-rich Serengeti.
In the evening, just before sunset, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
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Day : 5 Exploring the Serengeti
Wake to an early breakfast and head out for a game drive just as the animal kingdom comes alive for the day’s activities. With the expertise of your guide, you will be treated to a spectacular game drive inside the Serengeti, and depending on the season, you may witness the Wildebeest calving season or the Great Migration.
Have a picnic lunch out in the wild, and return to your camp in the evening for a freshening swim, dinner, and overnight.
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Day : 6 Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, check-out drive south towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and into a game drive inside the crater floor. The crater's floor is bustling with wildlife activity, and you’ll love the diversity in this secluded area. In the surrounding “walls” of the crater, you can be treated to amazing views you cannot encounter anywhere else.
At lunchtime, have a picnic lunch from your packed lunch boxes. In the late afternoon, drive out of the crater en route to Ol Duvai Camp for your overnight stay. You’ll have the opportunity to visit the pre-historic Ol Duvai Gorge, an integral archaeological site where the archeologists Leakey family discovered human fossils dating back over 2 million years.
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Day : 7 Lake Manyara/ Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, check out and depart for Lake Manyara NP or Tarangire NP, conveniently located just off the major highways. During the rainy season, Lake Manyara gets submerged and is closed off to the public, but there are numerous cultural activities around the park, such as Mto wa Mbu.
You’ll have a great time exploring these two critical wildlife ecosystems, and with some luck and a bit of scouting, you can see the tree-climbing lions common here.
Later in the day, drive to Arusha and check into Africa Safari Arusha for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day : 8 Arusha-Outbound
This marks the last day of your East African safari. After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to JRO International Airport for your onward flight home or to your next destination. If you have a late flight, don't worry; we can organize several exciting activities to fill up the rest of your day. Our top picks are the Arusha-Arusha City Tour or the Arusha Coffee Farm Tour.