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Maasai Mara &

Serengeti Safari

7 Days / 6 Nights

$1341

Overview
Day by Day
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This Seven days safari tour will take you to the savannah, valleys, plains and Lakes of Kenya and Tanzania in view and experience of its abundant wildlife, history and culture. Great Rift Valley lakes are Bird’s paradise from flocks of cormorants in Lake Naivasha to Palearctic migrants while Masai Mara and Serengeti Eco system is Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves for predators and World’s eight wonders-“The great wildebeest migration” of 1.5 million of wildebeests and thousands of zebras and gazelles, Ngorongoro Crater is world's largest fully intact caldera, the extinct Eden with densest concentration of wildlife in Africa. You will have one on one encounter with the tribal Masai people and join in their unique traditional dances. You will have unlimited game viewing that will enhance your experience during this safari.

Top Features


Accomodation

This tour uses tented camps, lodges & resorts

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Suitable for all ages

This tour is suitable for children of all ages.

Activities & Transportation


Activities: game drives, bird watching

Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle

Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle

A transfer from and back to the airport is included


Day 1

Lake Naivasha

The safari begins with an early morning pickup at your hotel/Airport by our professional Driver guide. Depart for Lake Naivasha, the highest of the Great Rift Valley lakes resting at 1884m above sea level. Check in and lunch at the hotel. In the evening, proceed to Lake Naivasha for a boat tour, spot the freshwater shores fringed with papyrus swamps, yellow acacias and past volcanic remnants together with hippos lingering just on the shallows and over 400 species of melodious singing birds i.e. Cormorants, pelicans, Darter, Storks, Kingfishers, Herons, Snipes, Sandpiper, Jacanas, Bishops, Weavers, Fiscals, Warblers, hawks and migratory birds with fishing fish eagle being iconic. The lake attracts game animals i.e. Buffalos, giraffes, zebras, impalas, waterbucks and wildebeest; and white and black colobus are seen jumping from tree to tree. Dinner and Overnight at the camp/lodge.


Day 2

Lake Naivasha-Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast depart for a drive to the Masai Mara, Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves for predators. During the drive you will see Kenya’s second highest mountain, Mt. Longonot which is a dormant volcano, Suswa hills and pass through Narok town, the home of the tribal Masai people arriving in time for lunch at Lodge. Afternoon experience Tribal Maasai culture by visiting their villages to learn why the Maa people are shunning away from modesty, join their unique traditional dances as you snap thousands of fascinating life-changing cultural experiences then proceed for unmatched safari game viewing in spectacular savanna scenery, and diverse flora and fauna, returning back to the lodge before dark. Dinner and Overnight at the lodge.


Day 3

Masai Mara

This day is for venturing in the vast Savannah where the World’s eight wonder-THE GREAT WILDERBEESTS MIGRATION occur with a morning game drive or afternoon game drive or optional full day game drive with picnic lunch organized with liaison with your professional driver guide.1.5 million of wildebeests, thousands of zebras and gazelles traverse the plains of Serengeti NP to dense grassland of Masai Mara crossing the crocodile invaded river-the Mara River in a matter of life and death, is a spectacular wildlife viewing event. The gnus move in search of water and fresh pastures, migration happening between July to November before embarking for their round 500km journey towards Ndutu Plains. Despite the outstanding migration, Masai Mara National Reserve offers all year round game viewing, with the BBC Documentary “BIG CATS” being filmed here. It hosts over 90 species of mammals from the “BIG FIVE “to smaller nocturnal animals and over 550 bird species from raptors to terrestrials. On this day, for guests who want birds eye view of the eco-system, sunrise in the sky and dine in the wild for rich bush breakfast, we recommend, hot air balloon (Optional) with liaison with your drive guide. Enjoy sunset and later return to the Lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.


Day 4

Masai Mara-Serengeti National Park

This will be the longest journey; you will be crossing two countries through the Isibania border post, unfortunately not like the gnus through the Mara River. After early breakfast and checkout from lodge/camp, depart for Northern Tanzania through Isibania border with picnic lunch. After immigration, you will farewell our professional Kenyan drivers and embark on treasure hunt with our jovial Tanzania drivers. En route you will pass through the rich green vegetation, rich mines, villages and picturesque rocky hills of Tanzania. Before arriving at the hotel, you will enter home of the great wildebeest migration. The park is characterized by plains, lakes, swamps, woodland and Kopjes, accommodating large to small animals, about 2500 kings of the jungle, herds of elephants to terrestrial and migratory birds. After memorable sunset spots in the vast plains head to lodge/camp; Check in, dinner and overnight.


Day 5

Serengeti National Park

This day is for venturing in the vast Savannah where the World’s eight wonder-THE GREAT WILDERBEESTS MIGRATION starts. In the green season of Southern Serengeti in Ndutu and Kusini region from January to peak February and March, the wildebeest actively breed in preparation for their long journey to SW Kenya calving over 500, 000 calves. During this period, predators wait at the kopjes, actively preying on the vulnerable younger ones giving scenic preying actions. In April the herds accompanied by zebras and gazelles start moving Northwards towards Seronera/Central Serengeti region, by May to Grumeti River from western corridor and to Mara River northern region. In June the Great Migration across over 2000 crocodile invaded Grumeti River is a scenic event. From July to October the gnus cross Mara River to Masai Mara, Kenya, day and night following green pastures and water. During this dry season wildlife spotting in the vast Serengeti NP is very easy. The many hungry predators hunt relentlessly on the few remaining resident herbivores. From November the herds start making their round trip towards Southern Serengeti through Loliondo Game Controlled Area past Seronera region to Ndutu. Depending on your travelling season you will never miss a fantastic game view in this vast ecosystem. For birders, over 500 species have been recorded in the park with Palearctic migratory residing from October to April. Few Tanzanian endemic species, such as Fischer’s lovebird, greybreasted Spurfowl and rufous-tailed Weaver occur here. Nearly threatened Mara-Serengeti ecosystem endemic usambiro barbet can be spotted in the wooded grassland.


Day 6

Serengeti-Ngorongoro Crater (Extinct Eden)

After early breakfast and checkout, depart to South-east of Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro crater ready with your picnic lunch. You will pass through the vast 8000 sq. kilometers Ngorongoro Conservation Area, dotted with Masai Villages. An optional stop to Oldupai Gorge, where Prehistoric hominids emerged, traces of Homo Habilis, our first known human species, reaching back 3.7 million years was found here can be organized with liaison with your drive guide. Ngorongoro Crater is home to the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa. This nearly perfect blue-green caldera is the best place to see all the “Big Five” in a single day. It hosts highest density of predators in Africa and over 25,000 large mammals from Black Rhinos, large tusked Elephants, Buffalos, Warthogs, Zebras, Wildebeest, Jackals, Antelopes, Gazelles, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, leopard among others. Lerai Forest is home to Baboons and Vervet monkeys while Ngoitoktok Springs is home to hundreds of hippos and scenic picnic spot. Lake Magadi and the lush vegetation is home to over 500 species of birds from pink flamingoes, secretary birds, vultures, eagles, lapwings to migratory birds residing here from November to April. As you descend down the crater walls, breathing the fresh air, be ready to film your five-star movie in this extraordinary scenic floor. Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.


Day 7

Ngorongoro – Arusha (Departure)

Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport to catch your plane back home/next journey. You will pass by Mt.Kilimanjaro base Town, Arusha city. Your first stop over will be at Tanzanite Tour, learn how this rare blue gem are mined and you can buy one or two as souvenirs. Arusha is at base of iconic Mt. Meru and on a clear day distance views of Africa’s tallest Mountain, Kilimanjaro can be seen. The city is rich of history evidently from old architectural styles, diverse structures from churches, mosques and culture mix. Modern Arusha town has international malls and cafes, Maasai Market within the city allowing you to explore shortly enjoy your lunch, before heading to the airport. Leaving with memories of treasure hunts to Great Rift Valley bird’s paradise of Lake Naivasha, a visit to tribal Masai village and the world’s top game viewing of Big Cats, Big five and home of Great Wildebeest Migration in the vast Serengeti plains and grassland of Masai Mara and wondrous world's largest fully intact caldera, the extinct Eden of Ngorongoro Crater. Thank you, next time treasure hunt still awaits you!

budget trip per person (USD)
Jan 2-Mar 30 April 1-Jun 30 Jul 1-Oct 30 Nov 1-Dec 20 Dec 21-Jan 1
7 Persons 1,640 1,341 1,951 1,640 1,951
6 Persons 1,666 1,367 1,983 1,666 1,983
5 Person 1,702 1,402 2,027 1,702 2,027
4 Persons 1,755 1,426 2,094 1,755 2,094
3 Persons 1,844 1,545 2,206 1,844 2,206
2 Persons 2,022 1,723 2,429 2,022 2,429
mid-range trip per person (USD)
Jan 2-Mar 30 April 1-Jun 30 Jul 1-Oct 30 Nov 1-Dec 20 Dec 21-Jan 1
7 Persons 2,092 1,800 2,322 2,092 2,322
6 Persons 2,132 1,840 2,373 2,132 2,373
5 Person 2,188 1,896 2,444 2,188 2,444
4 Persons 2,273 1,981 2,551 2,273 2,551
3 Persons 2,414 2,122 2,129 2,414 2,129
2 Persons 2,696 2,404 3,086 2,696 3,086
luxurious trip per person (USD)
Jan 2-Mar 30 April 1-Jun 30 Jul 1-Oct 30 Nov 1-Dec 20 Dec 21-Jan 1
7 Persons 4,405 3,590 5,050 4,405 5,050
6 Persons 4,480 3,665 5,140 4,480 5,140
5 Person 4,585 3,770 5,275 4,585 5,275
4 Persons 4,745 3,925 5,472 4,745 5,472
3 Persons 5,005 4,190 5,805 5,005 5,805
2 Persons 5,530 4,715 6,465 5,530 6,465
budget trip per person (USD)

Jan 2-Mar 30

7 Persons
$1,640
6 Persons
$1,666
5 Person
$1,702
4 Persons
$1,755
3 Persons
$1,844
2 Persons
$2,022

April 1-Jun 30

7 Persons
$1,341
6 Persons
$1,367
5 Person
$1,402
4 Persons
$1,426
3 Persons
$1,545
2 Persons
$1,723

Jul 1-Oct 30

7 Persons
$1,951
6 Persons
$1,983
5 Person
$2,027
4 Persons
$2,094
3 Persons
$2,206
2 Persons
$2,429

Nov 1-Dec 20

7 Persons
$1,640
6 Persons
$1,666
5 Person
$1,702
4 Persons
$1,755
3 Persons
$1,844
2 Persons
$2,022

Dec 21-Jan 1

7 Persons
$1,951
6 Persons
$1,983
5 Person
$2,027
4 Persons
$2,094
3 Persons
$2,206
2 Persons
$2,429
mid-range trip per person (USD)

Jan 2-Mar 30

7 Persons
$2,092
6 Persons
$2,132
5 Person
$2,188
4 Persons
$2,273
3 Persons
$2,414
2 Persons
$2,696

April 1-Jun 30

7 Persons
$1,800
6 Persons
$1,840
5 Person
$1,896
4 Persons
$1,981
3 Persons
$2,122
2 Persons
$2,404

Jul 1-Oct 30

7 Persons
$2,322
6 Persons
$2,373
5 Person
$2,444
4 Persons
$2,551
3 Persons
$2,129
2 Persons
$3,086

Nov 1-Dec 20

7 Persons
$2,092
6 Persons
$2,132
5 Person
$2,188
4 Persons
$2,273
3 Persons
$2,414
2 Persons
$2,696

Dec 21-Jan 1

7 Persons
$2,322
6 Persons
$2,373
5 Person
$2,444
4 Persons
$2,551
3 Persons
$2,129
2 Persons
$3,086
luxurious trip per person (USD)

Jan 2-Mar 30

7 Persons
$4,405
6 Persons
$4,480
5 Person
$4,585
4 Persons
$4,745
3 Persons
$5,005
2 Persons
$5,530

April 1-Jun 30

7 Persons
$3,590
6 Persons
$3,665
5 Person
$3,770
4 Persons
$3,925
3 Persons
$4,190
2 Persons
$4,715

Jul 1-Oct 30

7 Persons
$5,050
6 Persons
$5,140
5 Person
$5,275
4 Persons
$5,472
3 Persons
$5,805
2 Persons
$6,465

Nov 1-Dec 20

7 Persons
$4,405
6 Persons
$4,480
5 Person
$4,585
4 Persons
$4,745
3 Persons
$5,005
2 Persons
$5,530

Dec 21-Jan 1

7 Persons
$5,050
6 Persons
$5,140
5 Person
$5,275
4 Persons
$5,472
3 Persons
$5,805
2 Persons
$6,465

Included


  • Airport transfers
  • Accommodation on full board
  • Unlimited game drives
  • All park entry fees
  • 2 liters of mineral water in the vehicle per day
  • Service of an experienced driver guide
  • Tour on a 4X4 safari minivan/Jeep

Excluded


  • Travel Insurance
  • International Transfers
  • Visas
  • Inoculations and personal insurance
  • Optional activities and excursions
  • Items of personal nature
  • Tips/gratitude
  • Hot Air balloon

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AVAILABILITY

All year round

OPTIONS

Budget | Mid-range | Luxury