Destinations: Masai Mara in Kenya and Serengeti & Ngorongoro in Tanzania
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
8 Days Kenya Tanzania Safari – Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Adventure
Step into the wild heart of East Africa with this unforgettable 8 days Kenya Tanzania safari tour. Witness the dramatic landscapes of the Masai Mara, the world-famous Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, all while tracking the legendary Big Five and, during peak months, the Great Migration.
This Kenya and Tanzania combined safari is ideal for couples, families, or small groups looking to experience two of Africa’s best safari destinations in one seamless, fully guided itinerary.
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Overview of the 8-Day Kenya-Tanzania Safari Tour
Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Lake Manyara
Track the Great Migration (seasonal) & see the Big Five
Seamless Kenya-Tanzania border crossing via Isebania
Stay in handpicked lodges and tented camps (mid-range or luxury)
Optional hot air balloon safari and Maasai cultural visit
8 days Kenya Tanzania safari Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara (Kenya)
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi to the legendary Masai Mara. En route, pass through the Great Rift Valley before arriving for an afternoon game drive.
Highlights:
Wildlife sightings: elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes
Sunset over the acacia-dotted savannah
Optional cultural visit to a local Maasai village
Overnight: Your safari lodge or tented camp
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drives in Masai Mara
Spend a full day on safari in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s top wildlife destinations. If you’re traveling from July to October, you may witness the dramatic wildebeest migration across the Mara River.
Highlights:
Morning and afternoon game drives
Search for the Big Five
Optional hot air balloon safari ($480/person)
Overnight: Same as Day 1
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Masai Mara – Isebania Border – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, head to the Isebania border, where you’ll switch guides and cross into Tanzania. Continue into Serengeti National Park for a game drive en route to your camp.
Highlights:
Border formalities handled smoothly
Wildlife viewing in Serengeti’s Western Corridor
Overnight: Your safari lodge or tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park
Explore the Serengeti in depth. The Seronera Valley is a predator hotspot — with chances to spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs — and the migration herds (seasonal).
Highlights:
Visit hippo pools, kopjes, and acacia woodlands
Optional hot air balloon safari (pre-booking required)
Overnight: Same as Day 3
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Begin your day with a sunrise safari before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. On the way, stop at Olduvai Gorge, a famous human fossil site.
Highlights:
Scenic drive through volcanic highlands
Sunset views from your lodge on the crater rim
Overnight: Your safari lodge or tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Karatu
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the best places in Africa to see black rhinos. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is packed with wildlife in a compact area.
Highlights:
Game drive on the crater floor
Spot rhinos, lions, hippos, flamingos
Picnic lunch in the crater
Overnight: Your safari lodge or tented camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Karatu – Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its baobab trees and large elephant herds.
Morning and afternoon game drives.
Look out for giraffes, antelopes, lions, and over 500 bird species.
Overnight: Lodge or tented camp near Tarangire.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Elephant families crossing the Tarangire River.
Day 8: Tarangire – Drive to Arusha – Departure
What's Included
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Airport Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Hotel or Residence
Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep. Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 jeep in Tanzania section.
Services of an experienced English/ other language speaking safari tour guide/driver.
Stay in economy, comfort or luxury lodges / tented camps (your choice).
All Park entrance fees
All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.
What's Excluded
- Bottled & Soft Drinks - Items and services of a personal nature - Tips & Gratuities. -International flights
Why Book This 8-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Tour?
July to October: Great Migration & dry season
December to March: Calving season in Serengeti
April–May: Green season with fewer tourists
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This 8 days Kenya Tanzania safari itinerary is perfect for first-timers or experienced safari travelers.
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Flexible departures all year. Private & group options available.
FAQs – 8-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari
Yes. You'll need a Kenya eVisa and a Tanzania visa, both of which can be applied online or obtained on arrival. We’ll help you manage all cross-border Kenya Tanzania safari logistics.
Expect to see the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, rhino), as well as giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, flamingos, and over 400 bird species.
By default, this is a private safari. Group safaris can be arranged on request. You’ll enjoy flexible schedules and a dedicated guide.
The Kenya and Tanzania safari cost ranges from $2,950 (mid-range) to $4,500+ (luxury), depending on season, group size, and lodging preferences.
Absolutely. This Kenya Tanzania safari itinerary is customizable. You can add:
Zanzibar beach extension
Extra nights in Masai Mara or Serengeti
Cultural visits or Nairobi day tours
For Great Migration, July to October is best. For calving and fewer crowds, December to March is ideal. Book 4–6 months in advance for best lodge availability.
