7-Day Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari

This 7-day safari takes you through some of the most renowned wildlife parks in Kenya and Tanzania, offering an immersive experience in diverse ecosystems, stunning landscapes, and abundant wildlife.

You will explore Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and Rothschild’s giraffes. The journey then takes you to Masai Mara Game Reserve, home to the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration. From Kenya, you will cross into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, where endless plains host the largest concentration of predators in Africa. The final stop is Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most densely populated wildlife areas in the world.

Expect thrilling game drives, cultural experiences, and breathtaking scenery, all while staying in luxurious lodges and tented camps.

Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park

• Morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park.
• Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for panoramic photos.
• Afternoon game drive in search of black and white rhinos, tree-climbing lions, Rothschild’s giraffes, and large flocks of flamingos.
• Evening check-in at the lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Flamingo Hill Camp or similar
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara Game Reserve

• Breakfast at the lodge, then depart for Masai Mara via Narok town (5-hour drive).
• Afternoon check-in at the camp, followed by an afternoon game drive to search for the Big Five – lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos.
• Evening dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara

• Morning and afternoon game drives, following the migration trails and spotting cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and more.
• Visit to Mara River to witness hippos, crocodiles, and, if lucky, the wildebeest migration crossing.
• Optional hot air balloon safari ($450 per person) – Soar over the savannah at sunrise.
• Evening return to camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp / Sarova Mara Game Camp or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Masai Mara – Serengeti National Park

• Early morning pre-breakfast game drive, then transfer to Isebania Border for immigration.
• Afternoon meet the Tanzanian guide, then continue with a game drive en route to Serengeti.
• Evening check into the lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Seronera Camp or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

• Morning and afternoon game drives exploring Serengeti’s vast plains, searching for big cats, elephants, hyenas, and herds of wildebeest and zebras.
• Optional hot air balloon safari ($450 per person) for a bird’s-eye view of the Serengeti.
• Evening return to camp for dinner and relaxation.

Accommodation: Seronera Camp or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

• Morning final game drive in Serengeti, then depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
• Afternoon stop at Olduvai Gorge, the “Cradle of Mankind,” before checking into the lodge.
• Evening dinner and overnight stay with stunning crater views.

Accommodation: Simba Camp or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

• Morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a 6-hour game drive, spotting lions, leopards, rhinos, zebras, and hippos.
• Afternoon picnic lunch in the crater, then drive back to Arusha for drop-off at the hotel or airport.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

What’s Included

• Airport transfers (arrival & departure)
• Accommodation on full board basis
• Transport in a 4×4 safari land cruiser with a pop-up roof
• All game drives as per itinerary
• Services of a professional English-speaking guide
• All park fees & conservation fees
• Bottled drinking water while on safari

What’s Not Included

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Personal expenses (drinks, tips, phone calls, etc.)
• Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon safari, Maasai village visit)

Why Choose This Safari

• Explore Kenya and Tanzania’s top safari destinations
• Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration
• Spot Africa’s Big Five in world-class game reserves
• Stay in luxury lodges and tented camps
• Guided by expert local safari professionals