10 Days Kenya and Tanzania Combined Safari Tour
Overview
Embark on an extraordinary 10-day Kenya and Tanzania safari with Ravina Tours and Travel, exploring two of East Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. This combined safari tour takes you through Kenya’s Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Amboseli National Parks, and Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross crocodile-filled rivers, and encounter Africa’s Big Five in their natural habitats. Along the way, admire Mount Kilimanjaro’s majestic peak, engage with Maasai communities, and watch breathtaking sunsets over the savannah. Each day presents a new adventure, from expansive plains to volcanic craters and serene lakes, ensuring memories that last a lifetime. Perfect for those seeking thrilling wildlife encounters or peaceful moments in nature, this Kenya and Tanzania Combined Safari Tour blends adventure and serenity in one seamless journey.
Tour Plan
Your Kenya and Tanzania safari begins with an early morning pickup from your Nairobi hotel after breakfast. Meet your professional guide and drive through the Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint for photos. Continue to Narok for lunch before heading to the Maasai Mara. On arrival, check in at your lodge and unwind, then embark on your first afternoon game drive. The Mara is famous for elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, and antelopes. Visitors during July–October may witness the Great Migration. Return to camp for dinner and a night immersed in Africa’s sounds.
Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
After breakfast, set out with picnic lunch boxes for a full-day exploration. Today’s Kenya and Tanzania safari promises encounters with the Big Five and vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. Guides will share insights on wildlife behavior and Maasai culture while taking you to prime photography locations. Enjoy lunch in the bush, then continue game drives across different areas of the reserve. Return to camp for dinner under a star-filled sky, reflecting on the day’s wildlife adventures.
Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
After breakfast, drive toward Lake Nakuru, continuing your Kenya and Tanzania safari through the scenic Rift Valley. Admire Mount Longonot and Lake Naivasha en route. Arrive in Nakuru for lunch and check-in at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for flamingos and as a sanctuary for endangered rhinos. Spot Rothschild giraffes, pelicans, and even tree-climbing lions. Return to the lodge for dinner and rest, preparing for the next day’s adventure.
Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni Hotel
Begin with a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru to observe flamingos feeding in the shallow waters. Afterward, continue south to Amboseli National Park, enjoying a picnic lunch along the route. Arrive to the iconic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, home to large elephant herds and incredible photographic opportunities. Check in at your camp, relax, and enjoy an evening drive to witness the golden sunset across the plains. Dinner at the camp concludes another remarkable day on your Kenya and Tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Nyati Safari Camp
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli’s diverse habitats. Capture early-morning photographs of elephants with Kilimanjaro in the background. Depending on wildlife activity, enjoy a packed breakfast in the bush or return to camp. Observe lions, cheetahs, zebras, wildebeests, and hundreds of bird species. Picnic lunches at watering holes and drives through swampy areas offer glimpses of hippos and elephants bathing. Return to the lodge for dinner after a rewarding day on this Kenya and Tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Nyati Safari Camp
After breakfast, enjoy a short morning game drive before leaving Amboseli for the Namanga border. Complete immigration formalities and continue to Arusha, Tanzania’s safari hub. Admire Mount Kilimanjaro if visible. On arrival, check in at your hotel and spend the day at leisure. Dinner is on your own, preparing for Tanzania’s game parks.
Accommodation: Charity Hotel
After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, traversing rolling hills and traditional villages. Arrive for an afternoon game drive in the Serengeti plains, home to abundant predators and wildlife, and the annual Great Migration. Witness lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas in action. Return to camp for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the Serengeti’s natural ambiance.
Accommodation: Seronera Camp
Enjoy a morning Serengeti game drive, then proceed to Ngorongoro Crater. Spot wildlife along the journey, including elephants and gazelles. Descend into the crater to observe lions, buffaloes, elephants, flamingos, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool, then ascend to the crater rim for dinner and overnight. This day offers unmatched natural beauty and wildlife encounters on your Kenya and Tanzania safari.
Accommodation: Simba Safari Camp
Wake early for a final descent into the Ngorongoro Crater, where the soft morning light creates perfect conditions for wildlife viewing. As the sun rises over the crater rim, the landscape comes alive with activity. Herds of zebras and wildebeests graze across the crater floor while predators such as lions and hyenas patrol the grasslands. With luck, you may also spot the rare black rhino, large bull elephants, hippos resting in freshwater pools, and a wide variety of birdlife that thrives within this unique ecosystem.
After your morning safari in this remarkable natural wonder, ascend from the crater and begin the scenic drive back to Arusha. The journey takes you through rolling highlands and rural villages, offering a glimpse into everyday life in northern Tanzania. Upon arrival in Arusha, check into your hotel and enjoy some time to relax and unwind while reflecting on the unforgettable safari experiences and extraordinary wildlife encounters you have enjoyed across both Kenya and Tanzania.
Accommodation: Charity Hotel
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi by comfortable shuttle transfer. Departing from the border region, you will cross back into Kenya where immigration formalities are completed before continuing your scenic drive toward the capital. As the journey unfolds, you will witness the changing landscapes of East Africa—from the vast savannah plains and small rural settlements to the rolling hills and fertile farmlands that surround Nairobi. Along the way, you may catch glimpses of daily local life, Maasai communities, and grazing livestock that form part of the region’s rich cultural tapestry.
The drive offers a final opportunity to reflect on the remarkable experiences of your safari adventure. Memories of thrilling game drives, encounters with the Big Five, breathtaking views across the Serengeti and Masai Mara, and the dramatic landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater will remain vivid long after the journey ends. Your professional driver-guide will ensure a comfortable and relaxing return trip, with short stops available for refreshments or photographs along the route.
You will arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where you will be transferred either to your hotel or directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your unforgettable Kenya and Tanzania Combined Safari Tour, leaving you with lasting memories of Africa’s incredible wildlife, diverse landscapes, and the timeless beauty of the African wilderness.