Itinerary Overview
Description
The 8-day, 7-night Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru / Lake Manyara / Serengeti / Ngorongoro Safari Package offers a remarkable journey through some of the most renowned wildlife destinations in Kenya and Tanzania. This comprehensive itinerary takes you from the iconic Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru in Kenya to the picturesque Lake Manyara, the legendary Serengeti National Park, and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania.The adventure begins in the Masai Mara, Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve known for its diverse ecosystem and abundance of wildlife. Explore the vast savannahs on exhilarating game drives, where you’ll have the opportunity to witness the incredible Great Migration, as millions of wildebeests and zebras traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing grounds. Encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife species, while immersing yourself in the beauty of the Mara’s captivating landscapes.
Next, you’ll visit Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its stunning pink flamingos and diverse birdlife. Discover the park’s scenic landscapes, including the shimmering lake and surrounding acacia woodlands. Keep a lookout for endangered white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife that inhabit the park. Lake Nakuru offers a tranquil setting for wildlife enthusiasts and bird lovers alike.
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 an array of 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 an array of 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.
Throughout the safari, you’ll stay in comfortable accommodations, ranging from tented camps to lodges, carefully selected to provide both comfort and a connection to the natural surroundings.
In summary, the 8-day, 7-night Masai Mara / Lake Nakuru / Lake Manyara / Serengeti / Ngorongoro Safari Package presents an extraordinary adventure through Kenya and Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. From the diverse landscapes and wildlife encounters of the Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru to the scenic beauty and unique tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara, the legendary plains of the Serengeti, and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, this safari promises an immersive experience that showcases the rich biodiversity and natural wonders of East Africa.
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 – Masai Mara
7.30 a.m. – 8.00 am pick up from hotel and depart for the Masai Mara Game Reserve, via the view-point of the Great Rift Valley and Narok town for refueling ,arriving at camp in time for lunch. You will have little siesta later proceed on the first introduction game viewing in Masai Mara national reserve, returning back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
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Day : 2 Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast proceed on a full day of game viewing within the reserve. The landscape here is scenic savannah grassland on rolling hills. The reserve is the best park for game in Kenya as it has an extensive road and track network which allows for close range viewing and photography. Break for your picnic lunch at the hippo pool, looking out for hippos and crocodile. Dinner and overnight at the camp
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Day : 3 Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park
Early morning pre-breakfast game drive. After breakfast, depart the Mara region for Nakuru, lunch enroute, with scenic views of Mt. Longmont and Lake Naivasha from afar on the main highway. Dinner and overnight at the budget hotel
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Day : 4 Lake Nakuru – Arusha
After breakfast proceed on a game drive in Lake Nakuru Park, known for its prolific birdlife including flamingoes. The park contains a sanctuary for the conservation of the white rhino while species like Cape buffalo and waterbuck can be seen near the shoreline. Drive to Nairobi with lunch en route arriving at 1330hrs time to catch a shuttle bus to Arusha. Within 4 hr drive arrive arusha be met and transferred to Arusha Center in Hotel based on bed and breakfast{Dinner at Own}
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Day : 5 Arusha – Lake Manyara
After breakfast meet the group and drive to Lake Manyara National Park for an afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at camp
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Day : 6 Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast depart for Serengeti passing through Olduvai Gorge, the site of the Leakey family discovery of fossils of human and animal ancestors dating back to almost two million years. Meals and overnight at camp.
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Day : 7 Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
Proceed For an early morning game drive – return to your camp to have breakfast and finally pack and depart to Ngorongoro Conservation Area – you will have evening nature walk on the crater rim. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
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Day : 8 Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After breakfast a 4-wheel drive vehicle will take you 2000ft down to the crater, enjoy picnic lunch at the crater, ascend and drive to Arusha where you will be transferred to airport catch your flight.