Kenya & Tanzania · Private or group · Mid-range safari
From Nairobi to Arusha the scenic way
A ten-day mid-range journey from Nairobi to Arusha: the Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli in Kenya, then Tarangire, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater.
Price on request
The journey in brief
The experience
This one-way route starts in Nairobi and ends in Arusha, close to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar flights. The Kenyan half covers the Mara, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli.
From Amboseli you cross at Namanga into Tanzania for Tarangire, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. Lodges are agreed with you after you enquire.
One-way route from Nairobi to Arusha
Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli
Tarangire, the Serengeti and the crater
Lodge stays throughout
The route
Nairobi
Maasai Mara
Lake Naivasha
Amboseli
Namanga
Arusha
Tarangire
Karatu
Serengeti
Ngorongoro
Arusha
Nairobi → Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Amboseli → Namanga → Arusha → Tarangire → Karatu → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Arusha
Day by day
This is a sample itinerary. We confirm the exact route, timings and lodges with your quote, and your guide adjusts each day around road and wildlife conditions.
Day 1 / Nairobi → Maasai Mara
Leave Nairobi in the morning via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint and Narok, reaching the Maasai Mara for an afternoon game drive.
Day 2 / Maasai Mara National Reserve
A full day in the reserve, with a picnic lunch or a midday break at the lodge.
Day 3 / Maasai Mara → Lake Naivasha
An early drive, then up the Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, with an optional boat ride in the afternoon.
Day 4 / Lake Naivasha → Amboseli
Drive south via Nairobi to Amboseli, arriving for an evening game drive.
Day 5 / Amboseli National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives among Amboseli's elephant families.
Day 6 / Amboseli → Namanga → Arusha
Cross the border at Namanga and continue to Arusha for a relaxed evening.
Day 7 / Arusha → Tarangire → Karatu
A game drive in Tarangire, then on to Karatu in the highlands.
Day 8 / Karatu → Serengeti
Cross the Ngorongoro highlands to the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive.
Day 9 / Serengeti → Ngorongoro
A morning in the Serengeti, then on to the Ngorongoro area.
Day 10 / Ngorongoro Crater → Arusha
A game drive on the crater floor, then the drive to Arusha.
Where you stay
Lodges for this safari are agreed with you after you enquire, based on your dates, preferences and availability.
Maasai Mara · 2 nights
Lake Naivasha · 1 night
Amboseli · 2 nights
Arusha · 1 night
Karatu · 1 night
Serengeti · 1 night
Ngorongoro · 1 night
Accommodation pattern: Mid-range · Overnight at the lodge.
This safari is priced for your exact dates. Lodge rates, park fees and availability vary through the year, so we confirm a written price once we know your dates and party size.
Prices can depend on travel dates, party size, accommodation availability and changes to park fees. All terms are confirmed in writing before you book.
The details
This is the usual scope of this safari. Your written quote lists exactly what is included for your trip.
Before you travel
Kenya–Tanzania safaris cross at Namanga or Isebania/Sirari. Allow time for immigration on both sides and carry your passport, visas or eTA and any vaccination certificates required for your nationality and route. Check current entry requirements before you travel.
Your vehicle and guide arrangements for each country are confirmed in writing with your booking, including where any change takes place.
Pack in a soft bag where possible; space is shared and you may move between vehicles at the border.
Check passport validity and entry requirements for every country on your route with official government sources before you travel.
Ask a travel-health professional about vaccinations and malaria precautions, and take out travel insurance that covers your activities.
A soft bag is easiest in safari vehicles. If any part of your trip includes light-aircraft flights, baggage limits apply.
Weather and wildlife movement change through the year. Tell us your dates and we will explain what to expect.
Questions travellers ask
Often, yes. Tell us what you would like to change and we will confirm what is possible for your dates.
Prices for this safari depend on your dates, party size and accommodation availability, so we quote for your exact trip.
We reply with availability, any suggestions for your dates and a written quote. Nothing is booked until you have agreed the quote and booking terms.
No. Wildlife is free-ranging and sightings vary. Your guide will plan each day around conditions to give you the best chances.
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