Wildlife safaris

Kenya & Tanzania Safari

Follow the migration across the Mara and the Serengeti, with Ngorongoro Crater.

Trip at a glance

Duration8 days / 7 nights
Starts inMasai Mara
RouteMasai Mara · Serengeti · Ngorongoro Crater
Places3 destinations
CountryKenya
Ideal forWildlife safaris, Multi-country tours
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-MGXW

Best time to visit: July to October for the migration; January to February

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Crater rim viewpoints – Ngorongoro Crater

Masai Mara, Kenya

Trip overview

Follow the migration across the Mara and the Serengeti, with Ngorongoro Crater.

The route spends 3 nights in Masai Mara, 3 nights in Serengeti and 1 night in Ngorongoro Crater, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits wildlife safaris and multi-country tours, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Mara River crossingsBig Five game drivesHot-air balloon safariGreat MigrationSeronera ValleyNdutu calving groundsCrater floor game driveCrater rim viewpointsOlduvai Gorge

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Masai Mara

Arrive via Wilson Airport and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Big Five game drives: Lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhino

Day 2Masai Mara: Hot-air balloon safari and Game drives

Hot-air balloon safari: Sunrise flight
Game drives

Day 3Masai Mara: Balloon safari and Mara River crossings

Balloon safari
Mara River crossings: Wildebeest migration (seasonal)

Day 4Masai Mara to Serengeti

Travel from Masai Mara to Serengeti and cross into Tanzania by private vehicle
Check in at your Serengeti hotel
Balloon safari: Sunrise flights

Day 5Serengeti: Game drives and Balloon safari

Game drives
Balloon safari

Day 6Serengeti: Walking safari and Seronera Valley

Walking safari
Seronera Valley: Big cats year-round

Day 7Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Travel from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Ngorongoro Crater hotel
Crater floor game drive: Big Five in one day

Day 8Depart from Ngorongoro Crater

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Kilimanjaro (JRO) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Safari permits booked as soon as dates are fixed, as zones sell out
Early-morning and afternoon drives when animals are most active
Lodges chosen close to park gates
Naturalist-led drives where available
Visa applications sequenced for each country

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Masai Mara: Fly in and out to save a long, bumpy drive.
Serengeti: We choose your camp by month to follow the herds.
Ngorongoro Crater: Descend at opening time to beat the crowds.

At a glance

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Route: Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
Ideal for: Wildlife safaris, Multi-country tours
Best time: July to October for the migration; January to February; June to October; January to March for calving; June to October
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-MGXW

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 7 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Masai Mara: July to October for the migration; January to February. Serengeti: June to October; January to March for calving. Ngorongoro Crater: June to October.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Masai Mara (Wilson Airport, Nairobi, then bush flight). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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