Safari Overview
This 8-day Kenya Tanzania safari by Ajala Safaris delivers a complete East African wildlife circuit. It combines iconic parks, rich wildlife, and scenic landscapes.
You will begin in Kenya’s famous Masai Mara. Then you cross into Tanzania for the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Finally, you return to Kenya for Amboseli National Park.
Meanwhile, you enjoy expert-guided game drives in a private 4×4 safari vehicle. In addition, you stay in comfortable mid-range lodges and tented camps throughout.
This itinerary is ideal for wildlife lovers. It offers excellent chances to see the Big Five and the Great Migration.
Safari Highlights
- Big Five wildlife viewing in Masai Mara and Serengeti
- Great Migration experience in Northern Serengeti
- Ngorongoro Crater UNESCO World Heritage site
- Amboseli National Park with Mount Kilimanjaro views
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Luxurious lodges and tented camps
Detailed Itinerary
This Kenya Tanzania safari follows a classic northern circuit route. It is carefully designed to maximize wildlife viewing, migration encounters, and scenic diversity. Each day builds on the previous one, creating a smooth cross-border safari experience.
Your safari begins in Nairobi. You meet your professional guide and depart for the Masai Mara.
You travel through the Great Rift Valley with scenic views along the way. Meanwhile, you arrive in time for lunch at the lodge.
In the afternoon, you enjoy your first game drive. This is your introduction to Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve.
Accommodation: Jambo Mara
Full wildlife exploration. You spend the entire day in the Masai Mara ecosystem.
The plains are rich with predators and grazing herds. Therefore, you may spot lions hunting or cheetahs chasing prey.
In addition, the Mara River region offers dramatic wildlife action.
Accommodation: Jambo Mara
After breakfast, you depart Masai Mara and head to the Kenya–Tanzania border.
You complete immigration formalities and continue into Northern Serengeti. Meanwhile, the landscape begins to change into endless savannah plains.
You arrive in time for an evening game drive.
Accommodation : Serengeti Serena
This day focuses on the Great Migration region of Northern Serengeti.
Depending on the season, you may witness wildebeest river crossings. These dramatic moments attract predators such as crocodiles and lions.
Therefore, this is one of the most exciting safari days.
Accommodation: Serena Serengeti
You travel deeper into Central Serengeti after breakfast.
This region is known for year-round wildlife. Meanwhile, large predators like lions and leopards are frequently seen.
Game drives continue across vast open plains.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena
Today you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a natural wildlife sanctuary. Therefore, animal density is extremely high.
You may spot rhinos, lions, zebras, and flamingos in a single game drive.
Accommodation; Neptune Ngorongoro
After breakfast, you begin your journey back to Kenya.
You cross the border and continue to Amboseli National Park. Meanwhile, Mount Kilimanjaro gradually appears on the horizon.
You arrive for an evening game drive.
Accommodation; Sopa Amboseli
You enjoy early morning and mid-morning game drives in Amboseli.
This park is famous for large elephant herds. In addition, the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro creates iconic photography moments.
After lunch, you begin your return journey to Nairobi, marking the end of your safari.
Includes/ Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park entrance fees
- All accommodation as listed
- All meals during safari
- Professional safari guide
- 4x4 safari transport
- Game drives in all parks
Cost Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees (Kenya & Tanzania)
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
Frequently Asked Questions
The Great Migration is best from July to October in Serengeti and Masai Mara.
Yes. Visibility is best in early mornings and late evenings.
You may see lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, and wildebeest.
Yes. Kenya and Tanzania visas are required depending on nationality.
This Kenya Tanzania safari offers one of the best wildlife circuits in Africa. It combines migration viewing, crater exploration, and mountain scenery.
Moreover, you travel with expert guides who understand animal behavior. Therefore, your chances of seeing major wildlife action are very high.
