6-Day Highlights of Kenya & Tanzania Budget Safari

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

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Begin the day with an early morning drive from Nairobi to the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve. This iconic wildlife sanctuary is home to diverse species and is part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem. The Mara is famous for the annual migration of wildebeest and zebras, attracting numerous predators such as lions and cheetahs.

Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Explore the vast plains, encountering elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly the elusive big cats. As the sun sets, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

After an early breakfast, set out on a full-day exploration of Masai Mara. The reserve is famous for its black-maned lions, abundant wildlife, and nearly 500 recorded bird species.

With luck, you may witness the “Big Five” in action—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—along with cheetahs, gazelles, and various bird species. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the heart of the reserve before continuing with an afternoon game drive. As the day concludes, return to your lodge for a delightful dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park

Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park
Start the morning with a final game drive in Masai Mara before departing for Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. After completing border formalities, continue your journey through scenic landscapes, with en-route game drives offering possible wildlife sightings.

Arrive at your Serengeti accommodation in the evening, just in time for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Safari Tent)

• Budget tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti National Park Exploration

Spend a full day discovering the Serengeti, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife habitats. This vast ecosystem hosts millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, along with an impressive population of predators such as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.

Enjoy a game drive en route to your campsite or lodge, observing the endless plains teeming with wildlife. Return in the evening for dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Safari Tent)

• Budget tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Begin the day with an early morning safari to experience the Serengeti at dawn, when wildlife is most active. After the game drive, return to the lodge for brunch before heading to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is often referred to as Africa’s Eden. The crater floor is home to a dense concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and the rare black rhino. Arrive at your lodge in time for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:

Crater Rim View

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an early morning game drive. With its unique ecosystem, the crater provides incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed near a scenic hippo pool before beginning the journey back to Arusha.

Expect to arrive in Arusha by late afternoon, marking the end of an unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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