From the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara, across the Serengeti plains and down into the Ngorongoro Crater — experience the very best of Kenya and Tanzania in one extraordinary safari. It gives you the classic Kenya experience and the classic Tanzania experience, while making the journey itself part of the story.
Why choose between Kenya and Tanzania when you can experience both?
Begin in Kenya's Great Rift Valley, cruise Lake Naivasha and walk among Wildlife on Crescent Island before entering the Masai Mara for Big Five encounters and Maasai culture. Continue into Tanzania and discover the endless Serengeti plains, the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater and Elephant-rich Tarangire.
This is the ultimate itinerary for travelers who want to experience the iconic Wildlife, landscapes and cultures that make East Africa unforgettable.
Day 1
Nairobi → Lake Naivasha- Arrival in Nairobi and transfer into the Great Rift Valley. Afternoon Lake Naivasha boat safari among Hippos and birdlife, followed by an optional guided walk on Crescent Island.
Overnight: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort / Enashipai Resort & Spa / Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
Day 2
Lake Naivasha → Masai Mara - Morning Hell's Gate experience with a guided nature walk or cycling safari, then continue towards the Masai Mara. Afternoon arrival game drive across the savannah.
Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Ashnil Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara - Full-day Big Five safari with picnic lunch in the bush. Track Lions, Cheetahs, Leopards, Elephants and large herds of plains game.
Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Ashnil Mara Camp
Day 4
Masai Mara - Optional sunrise Hot Air Balloon Safari followed by a bush breakfast. Afternoon Maasai cultural experience and evening predator-focused game drive.
Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Sarova Mara Game Camp / Ashnil Mara Camp
Day 5
Masai Mara → Tanzania / Serengeti - Early morning game drive before transferring towards the Isebania–Sirari border. Complete immigration formalities and continue with your Tanzanian safari team towards the Serengeti. Afternoon arrival game drive where time allows.
Serengeti- Full-day Serengeti safari following Wildlife activity across the plains. When in season, follow the Great Wildebeest Migration and the predators that track the herds.
Serengeti - Sunrise game drive followed by a bush breakfast. Continue through Wildlife-rich areas with opportunities for Lion, Cheetah, Leopard and Elephant encounters.
Serengeti → Ngorongoro- Morning game drive before departing towards Ngorongoro. Stop at Olduvai Gorge, the archaeological site associated with some of the most important discoveries in human evolution, before reaching the crater highlands.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Ngorongoro Farm House / The Highlands
Day 9
Ngorongoro Crater- Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day Big Five safari. Picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to the highlands.
Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Ngorongoro Farm House / The Highlands
Day 10
Ngorongoro → Tarangire - Morning departure towards Tarangire with a stop for a Maasai cultural experience. Afternoon Tarangire game drive among Elephant herds and giant Baobabs.
Nairobi → Lake Naivasha- Arrival in Nairobi and transfer into the Great Rift Valley. Afternoon Lake Naivasha boat safari among Hippos and birdlife, followed by an optional guided walk on Crescent Island.
Lake Naivasha → Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Masai Mara
Masai Mara → Tanzania / Serengeti
Serengeti- Full-day Serengeti safari following Wildlife activity across the plains. When in season, follow the Great Wildebeest Migration and the predators that track the herds.
AMREF Flying Doctors — IncludedAll Silverbird clients receive complimentary AMREF Flying Doctors emergency medical evacuation cover for the duration of this package.
