Overview

Embark on a 9-day, 8-night private safari through the heart of East Africa's wildlife kingdoms. This grand circuit takes you from the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli, framed by snow-capped Kilimanjaro, into the legendary Maasai Mara — home to the Great Migration's thundering river crossings. Crossing into Tanzania, the journey continues through Tarangire's ancient baobab landscapes, the endless golden horizons of the Serengeti, and concludes in the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater, where all of the Big Five roam a self-contained volcanic paradise.
Traveling in a private 4×4 with your own expert guide, you'll enjoy flexible game drives, comfortable mid-range tented camps and lodges, and front-row access to one of the planet's last great wildlife spectacles — all without sharing your vehicle or your pace with strangers.
Best experienced during peak season (July–October), when migration herds crowd the Mara River and game viewing is at its most dramatic.


Duration (Days)
9 Days
Duration (Nights)
8 Nights
From
USD 4,850/person
To
On Request

Prices Inclusive Of

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Expert English-speaking private safari guide
  • 8 nights' accommodation 
  • All meals on full board
  • All Park & conservation fees
  • Airport & inter-destination transfers
  • Bottled water in vehicle daily
     

Prices Exclusive Of

  • International & domestic flights
  • Hot-air balloon safari (Mara) ~USD 450/person
  • Travel insurance 
  • Gratuities for guide & camp staff

Tour Schedule

Day 1 — Arrival in Nairobi 
Airport pickup, welcome briefing, Giraffe Centre visit. Overnight:Emara Ole-Sereni Hotel 

Day 2 — Nairobi to Amboseli
Drive south to Amboseli; afternoon game drive with Mt. Kilimanjaro views. Overnight: Sentrim Amboseli Camp
 
Day 3 — Full Day Amboseli
Sunrise game drive, Observation Hill, optional Maasai village visit, evening game drive. Overnight: Sentrim Amboseli Camp
 
Day 4 — Amboseli to Maasai Mara
Scenic Rift Valley drive; afternoon game drive on arrival. Overnight: Acacia Camp Mara 

Day 5 — Full Day Maasai Mara 
Great Migration river crossings (peak Jul–Oct), optional hot-air balloon, bush lunch, sunset game drive. Overnight: Acacia Camp Mara 

Day 6 — Mara to Arusha, Tanzania 
Final morning game drive, cross Isebania border into Tanzania. Overnight: Arusha Coffee Lodge 

Day 7 — Arusha to Tarangire
Drive to Tarangire; afternoon game drive among elephants and baobabs. Overnight: Maramboi Tented Lodge 

Day 8 — Serengeti National Park 
Enter the Serengeti; full afternoon game drive, stargazing. Overnight: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp 

Day 9 — Ngorongoro Crater & Departure 
Dawn descent into the Crater, Big Five game viewing, transfer to Arusha for departure. 

Tour Activities

  • Big Five game drives
  • Optional hot-air balloon safari
  • Bush lunch in the wild
  • Evening campfire
  • Border crossing experience
  • Birdwatching
  • Big cat sightings
  • Stargazing Dawn crater descent
  • Flamingo-fringed soda lake visit
  • Great Migration river crossings (peak season)*

Trip Tips

Packing

  • Neutral-colored clothing (khaki, olive, beige) — avoid bright colors and all-black/blue (attracts tsetse flies)
  • Layers for early morning game drives (cold) and midday heat
  • Comfortable closed-toe shoes
  • Wide-brim hat, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen
  • Binoculars (a must for distant wildlife)
  • Light rain jacket, even in dry season
  • Power bank — charging may be limited at tented camps

Health & Safety

  • Yellow fever vaccination required for entry into Tanzania (Kenya entry too, if arriving from a yellow-fever country)
  • Malaria prophylaxis recommended — consult your doctor before travel
  • Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation is essential, especially for remote parks
  • Drink only bottled or treated water

Documents

  • East Africa Tourist Visa (single visa covers Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda) — apply online before travel
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates
  • Print/save copies of visa approval, insurance, and flight details

Money

  • Carry USD cash for tips and incidentals
  • Most camps/lodges accept cards, but connectivity can be unreliable — don't rely on it

 

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