6-Day Combined Masai Mara and Serengeti Wildlife Adventure
per person
Join us on a 6-day safari tour that combines Kenya’s Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti. The adventure starts in Nairobi and leads to the Masai Mara, where you can see lions, elephants, and cheetahs, as well as the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. Enjoy the beautiful African sunset while watching hippos in the Mara River. After the Masai Mara, travel to the Serengeti to find leopards, lions, and giraffes among its vast savannas. You can customize your trip by adding destinations, changing accommodations, or adjusting the length and budget. The best time for this safari is during the dry season, from July to August.
Tour highlights
- Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
- Day 2: Nairobi to Masai Mara
- Day 3: Full Day in Masai Mara
- Day 4: Masai Mara to Serengeti
- Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti
- Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater or Departure
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi for your 6-day best Masai Mara safari tour and Serengeti safari combo and transfer to your hotel. Spend the morning resting after your journey. In the afternoon, consider visiting the Giraffe Centre, where you can feed and learn about Rothschild’s giraffes. Alternatively, visit the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to see orphaned elephants, like the playful ones named Zongoloni and Ajabu. Both venues provide insight into conservation efforts. Enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel while discussing the upcoming Masai Mara safari tour. Prepare for an exciting adventure ahead. An overnight stay in Nairobi allows you to recharge before heading to the wildlife reserves.
Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel (Mid-range), Hemingways Nairobi (Luxury)
Meal Plan: lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Nairobi to Masai Mara
Begin your day with breakfast, then travel to Masai Mara National Reserve. You can choose between driving and flying. After arriving, check into your lodge or camp and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, go on your first game drive in Masai Mara. Look for lions lounging under acacia trees, herds of elephants bathing in the Mara River, and cheetahs sprinting across the plains. Return to your lodge for dinner. Sharing stories of the day’s sightings creates a perfect end to your first day in the reserve.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge (Mid-range), Angama Mara (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Full Day Birding in Masai Mara National Reserve
Start your day with an early morning game drive in Masai Mara. This is the best time to spot active wildlife, including prides of lions and herds of wildebeest. After returning for breakfast, visit a local Masai village to learn about their traditions and lifestyle. Enjoy lunch back at the lodge, in the afternoon, head out for another game drive, exploring different areas of the reserve. You may encounter elephants, giraffes, and hippos in the river. Spotting a leopard resting in a tree is a highlight. At night, relax at the lodge, enjoying dinner and sharing experiences of the day with fellow travelers.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge (Mid-range), Angama Mara (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Maasai Mara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Masai Mara, where you might see a migration of wildebeest or a herd of zebras. Return to your lodge for lunch before checking out. Travel to Serengeti National Park, either by road or by a short flight. Arrive in Serengeti and check into your lodge. Enjoy a delicious lunch, then set out for an afternoon game drive. The vast plains of Serengeti are home to an array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and gazelles. Capture stunning photos of a lioness with her cubs or a herd of buffalo. Return to the lodge for dinner and rest for the next day’s adventures.
Accommodation: Kati Kati Tented Camp (Mid-range), Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Full Day Birding in Serengeti National Park
Start early with a morning game drive in Serengeti; this time is perfect for spotting predators like lions and hyenas. You may also come across a family of elephants foraging for food. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relax during the heat of the day. After lunch, consider a hot air balloon ride for a unique perspective of the landscape and wildlife below. In the afternoon, continue exploring the park on another game drive. Witness various animals, such as giraffes and warthogs, in their natural environment. Conclude your day with dinner at the lodge, reflecting on the incredible wildlife experiences in the Serengeti.
Accommodation: Kati Kati Tented Camp (Mid-range), Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater or Departure
On your final day, opt to visit Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy a morning game drive in this unique ecosystem, where you might see flamingos at Lake Magadi and the rare black rhino. Afterward, return to your lodge for lunch before preparing for departure. If heading back to Arusha or Nairobi, make arrangements for your transfer. Reflect on the unforgettable experiences of both the Masai Mara safari tour and Serengeti safari. The memories of wildlife encounters, such as watching elephants interact and witnessing the Great Migration will stay with you long after the trip ends.
Accommodation: Ngorongo Farm House (Mid-range), Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp(Luxury)
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Price Items includes and excludes
Includes:
- All airport transfers (pick ups and drop offs)
- A professional English-speaking safari guide
- Accommodation for 5 nights and meal plans as per the itinerary
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Visiting Masai Mara and Serengeti
- Drinking water throughout the safari
- Park entrance fees and taxes
- All ground transport in a standard safari 4×4 vehicle with a pop up
Exclusions
- International flights
- Visa ticket
- Travel ticket
- Life insurance
- Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Extra accommodation and meals
- Personal items such as presents, phone charges, tips and souvenirs etc…