10-Day Best of Kenya and Tanzania on a Budget

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi Through Hells Gate - Lake Navasha

Your safari adventure begins with a morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or the airport. Set off towards Hell's Gate National Park, a unique park known for its walking and biking safaris. As you explore the dramatic cliffs, gorges, and geothermal springs, watch for grazing zebras, antelopes, and various bird species. The landscape is reminiscent of the Lion King's Pride Rock, with towering rock formations and vast open plains.

After a morning of exploration, continue to your Naivasha lodge, where you will check in and enjoy a delicious lunch. Post-lunch, embark on a relaxing boat ride on Lake Naivasha. The serene waters are home to hippos and a variety of water birds, providing excellent photo opportunities. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for a delightful dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)

Accommodation:

Sweet Lake Resort

• Budget resortnear Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve

Drive to the famous Masai Mara after a delicious lodge breakfast. The route crosses beautiful hills and vast savanna plains. Visit your Masai Mara lodge for lunch to relax and prepare for the afternoon excursion.

After lunch, go on your first Masai Mara game drive. Lions, elephants, and leopards roam the reserve. The golden hour before sunset is the finest time to picture predators preparing for their evening prey. Return to the lodge for a delicious meal and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Shayoni Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Deep into the Masai Mara National Reserve

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara. This renowned reserve is famous for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five. As you traverse the savanna, you might witness dramatic predator-prey interactions and the seasonal wildebeest migration, a spectacle of nature.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve, surrounded by stunning landscapes and the sounds of the wild. Continue your exploration in the afternoon, visiting different parts of the reserve to maximize your wildlife sightings. As the day winds down, return to your lodge for dinner, sharing stories of the day's adventures before a restful night's sleep.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Shayoni Safari Camp

• Budget tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Up to Serengeti National Park

Enjoy a quick, picturesque game drive on your way to the Isebania border after an early breakfast. After crossing the border, you'll continue on toward your lodge or camp in Serengeti for another breathtaking transfer game drive. After your journey across the border, reach your camp at North Serengeti in time for lunch and relaxation.

Take a game drive in the afternoon after lunch and some downtime to take in the stunning surroundings of your lodge or camp. Predators are frequently present in the vast herds of zebra and wildebeest that are characteristic of the Serengeti. Following a thrilling afternoon, After a filling dinner, head back to your lodge or camp and unwind for the evening.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Safari Comfort)

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

The Serengeti's Mystique

Begin with breakfast before embarking on a full day of exploration in the Serengeti. The park's vast plains are home to diverse wildlife, including giraffes, elephants, and numerous bird species. The morning light provides excellent opportunities for photography, capturing the essence of the African wilderness.

Return to your lodge or camp for a delicious lunch and a rest. Then, another game drive will continue your exploration in the afternoon. The Serengeti's ecosystem supports a wide variety of predators and prey, making every game drive unique. Return to your lodge as the sun sets, enjoy a sumptuous dinner, and recount the day's adventures before retiring for the night.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Safari Comfort)

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Expedition to Ngorongoro Crater

Leave the Serengeti for Ngorongoro after breakfast. The journey provides stunning vistas and wildlife sightings. Visit the crater rim by lunchtime for a picnic lunch with stunning views.

Afternoon game drive in Ngorongoro Crater. This UNESCO World Heritage site has one of Africa's largest animal densities, including the black rhino. The crater's environment supports a rich animal population, providing amazing viewing possibilities. Return to the rim for supper and stay at your lodge after your game drive.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park Next Stop

Eat a substantial breakfast at your Ngorongoro lodge or camp. After breakfast, visit Tarangire National Park, known for its elephant populations and baobab trees. The drive shows Tanzania's varied landscapes, from rich highlands to desert plains with baobabs.

Explore Tarangire's many ecosystems, where the life-giving Tarangire River draws elephants, giraffes, lions, and many bird species. Ancient baobab trees and sweeping savannahs make the park's scenery ideal for animal watching.

Later, have a great meal at your lodge or camp. Remember the day's experiences and Tarangire's magnificent fauna.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Njiro Climax Resort

• Mid-range hotelin Arusha (City, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Amboseli

Start your day with a delicious Tarangire lodge or camp breakfast. Drive to Amboseli National Park, famous for its Mount Kilimanjaro vistas, after breakfast. Watch the scenery change from undulating plains to lovely settlements.

In Amboseli, check into your lodge or camp and relax over lunch. Take a game drive in the afternoon to see the park's teeming animals against Africa's tallest mountain. See elephants, Cape buffaloes, and antelopes in enormous groups. Hippos, flamingos, and pelicans live in the park's marshlands.

Tonight, have a great meal at your lodge or camp. Relax and prepare for another day of adventure as you reflect on the day's travel and Amboseli's amazing vistas.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

Show more

HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Amboseli Eco Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Exploring the wonders of Amboseli National Park

Morning wildlife drive in Amboseli National Park after a nice breakfast. Early mornings offer great views of elephants, lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Enjoy animal sightings against Mount Kilimanjaro's spectacular scenery.

Enjoy lunch and a break at your resort or camp. Continue your exploration with another game drive in the afternoon. Visit the Amboseli Elephant Research Project to learn about elephant conservation and their intriguing behaviors. Animals and birds thrive in the park's vast grassland and marshes.

End the day with a delicious meal at your lodge or camp and stories of the day. Rest beneath the African sky, contemplating Amboseli's fauna and beauty.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Amboseli Eco Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive back to Nairobi

Get back on the road to Nairobi after a substantial breakfast. On your way back to your hotel or the airport for your next destination, take a moment to reflect on the great experiences and stunning places you have seen. These memories will accompany you forever.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City, Kenya)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.