11 Day Kenya to Tanzania Safari Package - Great Kenya and Tanzania Parks
Budget Friendly Kenya and Tanzania Safari
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The budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris cover the great Kenya and Tanzania parks, Masai Mara Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru, Amboseli National Park, Arusha, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. The safari package is a pure wildlife safari aimed at creating lifetime safari memories. The package is open for safari booking by all individuals, including solo travelers, couples, friends, and both small and large groups.
Key information
- Maximum group size: 8
- Starting point and ending point: Starting point in Nairobi and ending point in Arusha
- Languages spoken: English
- Information on park fees: Entrance fees for all safari destinations mentioned in the itinerary
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Highlights
- Game drives: 9 drives, including sunset, morning, and afternoon safaris
- Wildlife: Spot the Big Five and diverse animals
- Scenic views: Enjoy stunning landscapes, including Mount Kilimanjaro
- Cultural experiences: Visit Maasai villages
- Park fees: All fees included
- Transport on a customized mini safari van in Kenya and 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser
- 10 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
Accommodation
- Budget-friendly tents and hotels in all safari destinations listed
- Basic camping under the blue sky of Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservancy area
Program
1. Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Great wildebeest migration: Witness one of the most spectacular wildlife events on the planet.
- Big Five: Opportunity to see lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos.
- Cultural encounters: Visit a Maasai village to learn about their traditions and lifestyle.
2. Lake Nakuru National Park
- Flamingos: Famous for the thousands of flamingos that line its shores.
- Rhinoceros sanctuary: A great place to see both black and white rhinos.
- Bird watching: Home to over 450 species of birds.
3. Amboseli National Park
- Mount Kilimanjaro views: Stunning backdrop of Africa's highest peak.
- Elephants: Known for its large herds of elephants.
- Swamps and springs: A unique ecosystem with swamps that attract a variety of wildlife.
4. Serengeti National Park
- Endless plains: The name "Serengeti" means "endless plains" in Maasai, and it truly lives up to its name.
- Migration: Part of the Great Wildebeest Migration, where millions of animals move through the park.
- Predators: High concentration of predators like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.
5. Ngorongoro Crater
- Natural wonder: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this massive crater is a haven for wildlife.
- Dense wildlife: High density of game, including the Big Five.
- Scenic beauty: Breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems within the crater.
Daily itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve
The budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris start with a scheduled pick-up and transfer to Easy Budget Safaris Ltd's departure point. Meet with other tourists and the safari guide, then depart Nairobi with a stopover at The Great Rift Valley viewpoint to take photos of the escarpment and use washrooms. Descend the escarpment wall and drive via Narok town to arrive at Masai Mara Game Reserve in time for hot lunch, check-in, and a little siesta. Later in the afternoon, between 1500 hrs and 1530 hrs, start the first game drive in search of the great wildlife of Masai Mara Game Reserve till sunset. Return to the lodge or camp with a first-day safari experience for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Safari Experience Masai Mara Game Reserve
Early breakfast at the accommodation property, then depart with packed picnic lunches for a full-day safari experience in Kenya’s best game reserve. The day will be characterized by several up-close encounters with great wildlife species that will spice up Easy Budget Safaris Ltd's budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris. The safari guide will guide the group up to the Mara River, which is always the crossing point between July and September for the annual migration of wildebeests and zebras. Enjoy your picnic lunches in the wilderness and continue with the safari experience till late evening, exit, and drive back to the camp for an optional activity, dinner, and overnight.
Day 3: Cultural Tour – Lake Nakuru National Park
Breakfast followed by an optional cultural tour visiting the local Maasai village to interact with the Maasai warriors, women, and children. Join the Maasai warriors' dances, listen to their jungle survival tactics, and take as many photos with the villagers to spice up Easy Budget Safaris Ltd's budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris. Later, before 1000 hrs, depart Masai Mara via Narok with a stopover for hot lunch. With your guide, decide whether to enjoy optional activities at Lake Naivasha, such as a boat ride plus a guided nature walk along the lakeshore. Arrive in Nakuru city in the late evening at a budget hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park – Amboseli National Park
The budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris include at least a 4-hour game drive exploring the beautiful Lake Nakuru National Park. The park sits in The Great Rift Valley province and hosts an alkaline Lake Nakuru, which supports a great number of bird species. Visit the lake for bird watching and the mainland for great wildlife, including the endangered rhino species, Rothschild’s giraffe, buffalos, zebras, antelopes, gazelles, lions, waterbucks, baboons, monkeys, warthogs, and many more. Around 1000 hrs, exit Lake Nakuru with great safari memories. Drive to Amboseli National Park with a stopover for hot lunch on the main highway. Arrive at Amboseli National Park accommodation before sunset for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Safari Experience Amboseli National Park
The day is scheduled for a safari experience in Amboseli National Park, visiting different parts of this park to spice up Easy Budget Safaris Ltd's budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris. With a great game drive, visit the observation point, the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, the swampy areas where elephants bathe in abundance, and the Amboseli plains in search of wildlife species. The day will be well spent, and great safari memories created. Between 1700 hrs and 1730 hrs, exit Amboseli National Park and drive to the accommodation property for optional activities, dinner, and overnight.
Day 6: Amboseli National Park – Namanga – Arusha
Breakfast, then check out for a budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris game drive en route to Namanga border. Start the game drive at Amboseli Kimana Gate and exit at Amboseli Mashenani Gate. Upon arrival at Namanga border, complete immigration formalities and wait for the shuttle bus from Nairobi. Upon arrival in Arusha, transfer to The Charity Hotel or a similar property reserved on a half-board basis.
Day 7: Arusha – Serengeti National Park
Early morning breakfast, check out, then meet the driver-guide and chef for a budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris experience. Depart Arusha before 0730 hrs and drive for almost three hours to arrive at Ngorongoro Conservancy Area main gate. Obtain the transit permit, stopover at the Ngorongoro viewpoint, then start enjoying some game drives till reaching the Serengeti gate pillar. Continue with more game drives to the main gate, break for a late picnic lunch while the guide arranges entrance tickets, then proceed with a game drive towards the central Serengeti area. Arrive at Nguchiro Campsite in the late evening for dinner and overnight.
Day 8: Safari Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is famous for the massive migration of wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes, followed by a large number of wild cats. The budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris include a full-day safari experience on the endless plains. Depart the campsite with packed picnic lunch and spend the whole day traversing the park in search of the wild animals that call Serengeti National Park home. Return to the camp in the late evening with an unforgettable wildlife safari experience.
Day 9: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservancy Area
Another bright day to enjoy the budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris experience. Depart the campsite after a cup of tea or coffee for a morning game drive in the central Serengeti area. Between 1100 hrs and 1200 hrs, return to the camp for brunch. Check out with a final game drive in Serengeti, exiting before 1500 hrs. Continue with more game drives in Ngorongoro Conservancy Area en route to Simba Campsite. Arrive in the late evening, relax, take a hot shower, have dinner, and overnight.
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Early morning full breakfast, then depart the campsite for at least a 6-hour game drive down the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The descent and ascent offer spectacular, thrilling, and scenic views. Traverse the crater rim in search of the largest mammals, including large elephants, black rhinos, hippopotamuses, and the king of the jungle, among other wild animals. The experience is well worth the visit. Later, return to the camp for lunch, check out, and drive to Arusha, arriving in the late evening. Drop off at The Charity Hotel, booked on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
Day 11: Arusha – Nairobi/Zanzibar/Departure
Breakfast followed by a transfer either to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro Airport for a flight to Zanzibar or another safari destination. Alternatively, transfer to the Arusha–Nairobi shuttle bus. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon and drop off at a Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for a flight back home. The budget-friendly Kenya Tanzania safaris will end with lifetime safari memories.
Guides
David Safari
Joining Tourism industry in the year 2012 and worked with two Tour Operators till 2024, with more than 12 years experience, join me and we cover great Kenya Safari Destinations as well as the Northern Tanzania Parks.
Location
- Easy Budget Safaris Ltd office location, good restaurants, and good 5-star, 4-star, and 3-star hotels
- Attractions such as Kenyatta International Convention Center, Nairobi National Museum, Kenya Archives, among others
Food
Easy Budget Safaris Ltd requests clients, upon confirmed booking, to share their meal specifications, such as vegetarian meals, halal food, and others.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Hallal
Things to do (optional)
- Tipping to safari crews, the driver guide, chefs, porters, and any other person you wish to appreciate
- Purchase of souvenirs during the trip
- Paying for the optional activities that are not covered by the safari package
- Paying for excursions after the safari in case you have more days within Kenya and Tanzania
What's included
- Transport on a customized mini safari van in Kenya and 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser
- Entrance fees for all safari destinations mentioned above
- Budget accommodation, Kenya permanent fixed tents, and Tanzania budget camping
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver guide
- Game drives as mentioned above
- Daily bottled drinking water
- Transfers upon arrival and between Kenya and Tanzania
- 10 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Personal travel insurance, if required, obtained in home country
- Drinks, both alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tipping to safari crews, the guide, and the chef
- Any optional activities, cultural tour, boat ride, nature walk, Olduvai Gorge, among others
- Any accommodation before and after safari
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
200 km
Transfer included
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 16% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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