The Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari

After an early breakfast, you will depart from Nairobi and embark on a scenic drive south toward the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve. As you leave the bustling city behind, you will journey through the picturesque landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, stopping at a viewpoint to admire the breathtaking panoramas stretching across the vast escarpment. This is a perfect opportunity to capture stunning photographs of one of Kenya’s most dramatic geographical
features. Continuing your journey, you will pass through small towns and rural villages, offering glimpses of local life and Maasai culture along the way. You will arrive in Narok, a vibrant Maasai town,
where you will enjoy a delicious lunch before proceeding to the reserve. The road then transitions into the open savannah, with the landscape gradually transforming into the vast golden plains that characterize the Masai Mara. Arriving at the park in the afternoon, you will check in before heading out on your first exhilarating game drive at 4:00 PM. The Masai Mara is renowned for its incredible biodiversity,
serving as home to the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as an abundance of other wildlife, including cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, and hippos. If visiting during the Great Migration season, you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras
making their perilous river crossings, a truly unforgettable spectacle.
As the sun sets over the rolling plains, painting the sky in shades of orange and gold, you will return to your lodge for a relaxing evening. Enjoy a hearty dinner and unwind, surrounded by the enchanting sounds of the African wilderness, before settling in for the night.

Dinner and overnight in Ol Moran Tented Camp

After breakfast at your lodge, you will set out for an exhilarating full-day game drive in the Masai Mara, exploring the best parts of this world-renowned reserve. As the sun rises over the golden plains, predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards take advantage of the morning cool to hunt, offering incredible wildlife sightings. With vast open grasslands, riverine forests, and acacia-dotted landscapes, the Masai Mara provides a stunning backdrop for observing Africa’s most iconic animals in their natural habitat. For an unforgettable experience, you may opt for a hot air balloon safari, soaring high above
the reserve as the early morning light bathes the landscape in golden hues. Drifting silently over the savannah, you will witness the breathtaking spectacle of wildlife roaming below before landing on the plains for a champagne breakfast surrounded by nature.
Alternatively, you can enjoy a more relaxed morning at your lodge, unwinding in the tranquil surroundings before lunch. Later in the afternoon, once the temperatures cool, you can embark
on another game drive to seek out more incredible wildlife encounters, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest.
As the sun sets, casting a warm glow over the vast wilderness, you will return to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, reflecting on the day’s unforgettable safari experiences.

Meals and overnight in Ol Moran Tented Camp.

After an early breakfast, you will bid farewell to the Masai Mara and embark on a scenic enroute game drive as you make your way toward the Isebania border crossing. This journey offers a final opportunity to spot wildlife in the Masai Mara before leaving Kenya and entering
Tanzania.
Upon arrival at the border, you will complete immigration formalities before meeting your new driver-guide, who will take you into the legendary Serengeti National Park. You will enjoy your picnic lunch.The vast, open plains of the Serengeti stretch endlessly before you, providing one of the most iconic safari experiences in Africa. The park is home to enormous herds of wildebeest, zebras, and
antelopes, making it a prime hunting ground for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and hippos also roam freely across the landscape, creating spectacular wildlife sightings throughout the day.
After the long journey, you will enjoy unlimited enroute  game drive in one of the most famous wildlife reserves in the world. As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, painting the sky with
warm hues, you will make your way to your lodge for a well-deserved dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the Serengeti wilderness.

Dinner and overnight at Elegance Lodge and Hotel.

You will wake before dawn for an unforgettable sunrise game drive, venturing into the Serengeti as the first light of day sets the savannah ablaze with golden hues. This is the best time to witness predators in action, as lions, cheetahs, and leopards take advantage of the cool
morning to hunt for their next meal. The stillness of the early hours is occasionally broken by the distant roar of a lion or the trumpeting of an elephant, creating a truly immersive safari
experience.
After returning to your lodge for a hearty breakfast, you will set out for a full day of exploration across the vast Serengeti plains. The park’s diverse ecosystems, from sweeping grasslands to scattered kopjes and riverine forests, provide the perfect habitat for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as large herds of zebras, giraffes, and gazelles. If traveling during the Great Migration season, you may witness thousands of wildebeest moving across
the landscape in search of fresh grazing, a spectacle that draws predators and scavengers alike. As you traverse the Serengeti, you will pass by granite kopjes, where lions often lounge in the sun, scanning the horizon for potential prey. The park’s rivers and watering holes also attract hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species, adding to the incredible diversity of wildlife encounters throughout the day.
As the sun dips below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the endless plains, you will return to your lodge for a well-deserved dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, surrounded by the untouched beauty of Tanzania’s most celebrated national park.

Meals and overnight at Elegance lodge and Hotel.

After breakfast, you will depart from the Serengeti and begin your journey toward the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Your route will take you through a different section of the
Serengeti, offering fresh opportunities to spot wildlife that may have eluded you during previous game drives. As you traverse the vast plains, you will witness the Serengeti’s incredible biodiversity—thousands of wildebeest and zebras migrating together, towering giraffes moving gracefully across the savannah, and agile antelopes and gazelles leaping through the grasslands. Along the way, you will also encounter some of Africa’s most formidable predators. Keep your
eyes peeled for lean cheetahs scanning the horizon, elusive leopards camouflaged among the trees, and spotted hyenas foraging in search of a meal. And, of course, no safari is complete without the sight of the mighty lion, surveying its territory from a rocky outcrop or stalking its
prey through the tall grass. As you approach the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the landscape transitions from open plains to lush highlands, with sweeping views of the crater rim coming into sight. You will arrive in time to settle in for the evening, enjoying a hearty dinner and an overnight stay either on the crater rim or in the nearby town of Karatu, preparing for an exciting day of exploration within
the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.

Dinner and overnight at Lilac Elevate Inn

After breakfast, you will leisurely check out. You will then drive to Arusha and onward to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight back home.

• Price for balloon safari US$: 550 per person. (Optional)
• Price for Maasai Village Visit US$: 30 per person. (Optional)