This cross-border safari follows the Great Migration across the Serengeti–Mara ecosystem, combining Tanzania’s northern parks with Kenya’s Masai Mara for the very best of East Africa in one trip.
This is a private departure that can start on dates to suit you, with your own guide and 4×4 throughout. The day-by-day plan below is a suggested flow — we tailor lodges, pacing and extensions to your wishes.
12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Highlights Safari takes you through Tanzania's most celebrated national parks. Each day is a different landscape, a different wildlife encounter.
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Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
You are met on arrival in Nairobi and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay and trip briefing.
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Day 2: Masai Mara
You fly by light aircraft to the first camp and begin your safari. Kenya’s flagship reserve and the northern stage of the Great Migration — outstanding big-cat density and, from roughly July to October, the famous Mara River crossings. Game drives run morning and afternoon.
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Day 3: Full day in the Masai Mara
A full day exploring the Masai Mara. Kenya’s flagship reserve and the northern stage of the Great Migration — outstanding big-cat density and, from roughly July to October, the famous Mara River crossings. Morning and afternoon game drives make the most of the area.
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Day 4: Full day in the Masai Mara
A full day exploring the Masai Mara. Kenya’s flagship reserve and the northern stage of the Great Migration — outstanding big-cat density and, from roughly July to October, the famous Mara River crossings. Morning and afternoon game drives make the most of the area.
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Day 5: Central Serengeti (Seronera)
The Seronera area has reliable predator activity year-round, including lion, cheetah and leopard along its rivers and kopjes. Game drives run morning and afternoon.
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Day 6: Full day in the central Serengeti (Seronera)
A full day exploring the central Serengeti (Seronera). The Seronera area has reliable predator activity year-round, including lion, cheetah and leopard along its rivers and kopjes. Morning and afternoon game drives make the most of the area.
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Day 7: Full day in the central Serengeti (Seronera)
A full day exploring the central Serengeti (Seronera). The Seronera area has reliable predator activity year-round, including lion, cheetah and leopard along its rivers and kopjes. Morning and afternoon game drives make the most of the area.
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Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater
The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa and a real chance of the Big Five — including black rhino — in a single day. Game drives run morning and afternoon.
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Day 9: Full day in the Ngorongoro Crater
A full day exploring the Ngorongoro Crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with one of the densest concentrations of wildlife in Africa and a real chance of the Big Five — including black rhino — in a single day. Morning and afternoon game drives make the most of the area.
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Day 10: Tarangire National Park
Tarangire is known for its dense elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. In the dry season the Tarangire River draws large numbers of game, with good sightings of lion, giraffe, zebra and over 500 recorded bird species. Game drives run morning and afternoon.
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Day 11: Full day in Tarangire National Park
A full day exploring Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is known for its dense elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. In the dry season the Tarangire River draws large numbers of game, with good sightings of lion, giraffe, zebra and over 500 recorded bird species. Morning and afternoon game drives make the most of the area.
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Day 12: Departure from Arusha
After a final morning you transfer to the airport in Arusha for your departure flight.
The displayed figure is an indicative planning reference. Final pricing requires current supplier, permit, flight, park-fee and exchange-rate confirmation.
- Park and conservation area entry fees
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Domestic light-aircraft flights as per the itinerary
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as specified on safari
- Drinking water during game drives
- Airport transfers
- Government taxes and VAT
- International flights
- Tanzania entry visa
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
- Personal items, drinks and laundry
- Optional activities unless stated
Extend with a Zanzibar beach stay, a hot-air balloon flight over the Serengeti, a Kilimanjaro day hike, or extra nights in any park. Ask us to tailor this trip to you.
Game drives in a 4x4
Morning and afternoon game drives in a private vehicle with a pop-up roof and a window seat guaranteed.
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Ngorongoro Crater descent
A full descent to the crater floor for dense big-game viewing, including a chance of the endangered black rhino.
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Sundowner on the plains
Sunset drinks at a scenic viewpoint as the day's light fades over the savannah.
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Are Kenya park fees included?
Only the parks and conservancies listed in the confirmed quotation are included.
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Is the vehicle private?
The road safari is private unless a shared flight or activity is clearly stated.
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Can the route be customized?
Yes, subject to transfer time, camp availability and park rules.
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Are the displayed prices confirmed?
No. They are indicative planning references pending supplier and fee confirmation.
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