8-DAY KENYA & TANZANIA BUDGET SAFARI

Overview:
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day budget safari across Kenya and Tanzania, exploring some of Africa’s most renowned wildlife destinations. Witness the breathtaking landscapes of the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater, experiencing incredible game drives, diverse wildlife, and the rich cultures of East Africa.

Included / Excluded

    Included:

• Transport in a safari van with a pop-up roof (Kenya) and a 4x4 Land Cruiser (Tanzania)
• Airport drop-off after the trip
• Accommodation as per the itinerary
• Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• 1 liter of mineral water per day
• Professional English-speaking tour guide/driver
• All national park entrance fees
• Game drives in all parks and reserves
• Government taxes

    Excluded:

• Personal insurance
• Maasai village visit (optional)
• Alcoholic & soft drinks
• Balloon safari in Maasai Mara (optional)
• Visa fees
• Tips for guides, cooks, and porters

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Distance: 280km (5-6 hours)
Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

• Pick-up from your hotel or airport in Nairobi.
• Stop at the Great Rift Valley Viewpoint for scenic photos.
• Lunch stop in Narok Town.
• Arrive at Maasai Mara National Reserve in the afternoon.
• Enjoy a 3-hour evening game drive.
• Return to the camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara

Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Early morning breakfast, then full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
• Explore the vast savannah grasslands, home to the Big Five and the Great Migration (seasonal).
• Visit the Mara River, the iconic crossing point for migrating wildebeest.
• Optional evening activities:
  • Visit a Maasai village ($20 per person).
  • Nature walk around the camp.
• Return to the camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Maasai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

Distance: 280km (5-6 hours)
Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Early morning sunrise game drive.
• Return to the camp for breakfast and check-out.
• Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park with a stop at Lake Naivasha (optional boat ride at extra cost).
• Arrive in Nakuru in the evening, check into your hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Nairobi

Distance: 160km (3 hours)
Accommodation: Kenya Comfort Hotel (B&B)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

• Morning game drive at Lake Nakuru, famous for its flamingos and endangered rhinos.
• Spot other wildlife like buffalos, zebras, and giraffes.
• Depart for Nairobi after lunch, arriving in the late afternoon.
• Check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Nairobi – Arusha (Tanzania)

Distance: 280km (5-6 hours)
Accommodation: The Charity Hotel / Gateway Lodge
Meals: Breakfast

• Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to the Nairobi–Arusha shuttle bus.
• Enjoy scenic views of Mount Meru on your way to Arusha.
• Arrive in Arusha in the afternoon and check into your hotel.
• Free evening to explore Arusha (Dinner at own expense).

Day 6: Arusha – Serengeti National Park

Distance: 335km (6-7 hours)
Accommodation: Seronera Campsite / Nyani Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Early breakfast and briefing with the guide.
• Depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
• Afternoon game drive in Serengeti, home to lions, cheetahs, leopards, and large herds of herbivores.
• Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite.

Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

Distance: 145km (4-5 hours)
Accommodation: Simba Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

• Early morning game drive in Serengeti.
• After lunch, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, stopping at Olduvai Gorge (optional visit, extra cost).
• Arrive at the campsite in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha / Zanzibar

Distance: 190km (4-5 hours)
Accommodation: Charity Hotel (Arusha) / Optional flight to Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

• Early breakfast, then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
• Spot rare wildlife like black rhinos, elephants, lions, and wildebeest.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater.
• After the game drive, return to Arusha in the evening.
• Drop-off at your hotel or transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for a flight to Zanzibar (optional).

End of Safari 

Optional Add-ons:

• Zanzibar Beach Extension 
• Hot Air Balloon Safari in Maasai Mara 

Why Choose This Safari?

✅ Affordable & Budget-Friendly – Great value for an unforgettable experience!
✅ Expert Guides – Knowledgeable and experienced safari guides.
✅ Diverse Wildlife Encounters – Visit the best parks in Kenya & Tanzania.
✅ Small Group Tour – Personalized experience with fellow travelers.