9 Days / 8 Nights East Africa Safari Grand Circuit

Experience the very best of Kenya and Tanzania on an unforgettable 9-day East African safari designed for travelers who want to experience some of the region's most

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve

07:00 AM – Departure from Nairobi Meet your Africo Safari guide at your hotel or airport for a safari briefing before departing for the Maasai Mara. Travel through the beautiful Kenyan countryside toward the Great Rift Valley. 09:00 AM – Great Rift Valley Viewpoint Stop at the famous escarpment viewpoint. Enjoy panoramic views across the Rift Valley and take photographs before continuing toward Narok. 01:00 PM – Lunch & Check-In Arrive at your safari camp/lodge and enjoy lunch. Take a short rest before your first game drive. 03:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive Enter the Maasai Mara and begin your first wildlife experience. Look for: Lions Elephants Buffaloes Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest Cheetahs Hyenas Topis Gazelles 06:30 PM – Sunset Enjoy the beautiful African sunset before returning to camp. Dinner & Overnight: Maasai Mara

Day 2: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari

06:00 AM – Sunrise Game Drive Start early while wildlife is most active. Explore the Mara plains in search of predators and large herbivore herds. 09:00 AM – Bush Breakfast Enjoy breakfast at a designated scenic location. 10:00 AM – Mara River & Wildlife Exploration Continue toward the Mara River, particularly during the July–October migration season. Depending on wildlife movement, you may witness: Wildebeest herds Zebra Hippos Nile crocodiles Lions Cheetahs Hyenas River crossings are a natural event and cannot be guaranteed, but the area offers excellent wildlife viewing throughout the year. 01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch in the wilderness. 02:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive Continue exploring different areas of the reserve. 06:30 PM – Return to Camp Dinner and relaxation. Dinner & Overnight: Maasai Mara

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Amboseli National Park

06:00 AM – Sunrise Game Drive Enjoy a final morning safari in the Maasai Mara. 08:30 AM – Breakfast Return to camp for breakfast and check out. 09:30 AM – Departure for Amboseli Travel south through Kenya's changing landscapes toward Amboseli. 01:00 PM – Lunch En Route Stop for lunch along the way. 04:30 PM – Arrival in Amboseli Check into your lodge and relax. 05:00 PM – Evening Game Drive If time permits, enjoy an introductory game drive. Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras and buffaloes. On a clear evening, enjoy your first spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Dinner & Overnight: Amboseli

Day 4: Amboseli – Namanga – Arusha

06:00 AM – Sunrise Game Drive Begin your day with an unforgettable Amboseli experience. Search for the park's famous elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro providing a dramatic backdrop when weather conditions allow. 09:00 AM – Breakfast Return to your lodge for breakfast. 10:00 AM – Final Amboseli Exploration Enjoy a final game drive or visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of the park. 11:30 AM – Depart for Namanga Travel toward the Kenya–Tanzania border. 01:00 PM – Kenya–Tanzania Border Crossing Complete immigration and customs procedures with assistance from your safari team. 02:30 PM – Lunch Enjoy lunch after crossing into Tanzania. 03:30 PM – Continue to Arusha Drive toward Arusha, Tanzania's safari hub. 05:30 PM – Arrival in Arusha Check into your hotel and relax. Dinner & Overnight: Arusha

Day 5: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

07:00 AM – Breakfast Enjoy breakfast before departing for Tarangire. 08:00 AM – Drive to Tarangire Travel through northern Tanzania's beautiful landscapes. 10:30 AM – Enter Tarangire National Park Begin your game drive immediately after entering the park. Tarangire is famous for its: Giant baobab trees Large elephant herds Lions Leopards Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest Buffaloes Oryx Kudu Extensive birdlife 01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch at a designated picnic area overlooking the wilderness. 02:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive Continue exploring the park. The Tarangire River attracts large concentrations of wildlife, particularly during the dry season. 05:30 PM – Depart Tarangire Leave the park and continue toward the Karatu/Ngorongoro area. 07:00 PM – Arrival & Dinner Check into your lodge and relax. Dinner & Overnight: Karatu / Ngorongoro Highlands

Day 6: Tarangire/Ngorongoro Area – Serengeti National Park

06:30 AM – Breakfast Enjoy breakfast before departing toward the Serengeti. 07:30 AM – Departure Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and onward toward the Serengeti. The changing landscapes provide excellent opportunities for photography. 11:30 AM – Enter Serengeti National Park Begin your Serengeti game drive as soon as you enter the park. 01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch in a designated area. 02:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive Explore the endless Serengeti plains. Search for: Lions Leopards Cheetahs Elephants Buffaloes Wildebeest Zebras Giraffes Hyenas Gazelles 06:30 PM – Sunset Experience the spectacular Serengeti sunset. Continue to your camp. Dinner & Overnight: Serengeti National Park

Day 7: Full-Day Serengeti National Park

05:45 AM – Sunrise Game Drive Rise early for one of the most rewarding safari experiences. The cool morning hours provide excellent opportunities to see predators actively hunting. 09:00 AM – Bush Breakfast Enjoy breakfast surrounded by the Serengeti wilderness. 10:00 AM – Full-Day Wildlife Exploration Spend the day following wildlife movements. Depending on the season, explore areas where migrating wildebeest and zebras are concentrated. During migration periods, the Serengeti can offer incredible opportunities to witness predator-prey interactions. 01:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch in the wilderness. 02:00 PM – Afternoon Game Drive Continue exploring the Serengeti. Your guide will look for opportunities to encounter: Lion prides Cheetahs Leopards Elephant families Wildebeest herds Zebra Hippos Crocodiles Hyenas 06:30 PM – Return to Camp Dinner and overnight. Dinner & Overnight: Serengeti National Park

Day 8: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

06:00 AM – Final Serengeti Game Drive Enjoy a final sunrise game drive before leaving the Serengeti. 08:30 AM – Breakfast Return to camp, enjoy breakfast and check out. 09:30 AM – Departure for Ngorongoro Drive toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, enjoy the spectacular highland landscapes. 12:30 PM – Lunch Enjoy lunch en route. 02:00 PM – Ngorongoro Crater Rim Arrive at the crater rim and enjoy your first breathtaking view into the enormous caldera. Take time for photographs. 04:00 PM – Check-In Proceed to your lodge overlooking the crater or located in the surrounding highlands. Relax and enjoy the cool mountain environment. Dinner & Overnight: Ngorongoro Highlands

Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

05:30 AM – Early Breakfast Enjoy an early breakfast before descending into the crater. 06:30 AM – Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive Descend into the crater for an unforgettable wildlife experience. The crater floor offers excellent opportunities to encounter: Lions Black rhinos Elephants Buffaloes Zebras Wildebeest Hippos Hyenas Gazelles Flamingos and other waterbirds 12:00 PM – Picnic Lunch Enjoy lunch at a designated picnic area within the crater. 01:00 PM – Ascend the Crater Begin your journey out of the crater. 02:00 PM – Depart for Arusha Continue through the beautiful Tanzanian highlands. 05:00 PM – Arrival in Arusha Arrive in Arusha for your onward journey or transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport. End of your 9-Day / 8-Night Kenya & Tanzania Safari.

Published seasonal prices

Low season: USD 3200 per adult. Peak season: USD 3800 per adult. Final availability and optional changes are confirmed by our team.

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