9-Days Epic Kenya Safari Great Migration and Kilimanjaro Views

9 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 3 more

Follow the path of the Great Migration from Kenya’s iconic plains to Tanzania’s legendary wilderness, ending beneath Mount Kilimanjaro. This 8-day cross-border safari links the wildlife-rich Masai Mara National Reserve, vast Serengeti National Park, spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, and elephant haven of Amboseli National Park. Expect dramatic landscapes, big cats, river crossings (seasonal), and unforgettable views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

What's Included

Entry/Admission - Amboseli National Park
Entry/Admission - Maasai Mara National Reserve
Entry/Admission - Lake Nakuru National Park
Lunch (Optional[8])
Lunch
Entry/Admission - Ngorongoro Crater
Dinner (Optional[8])
Dinner
Transport in a 4 x 4 LandCruiser Jeep with a pop roof
Breakfast (Optional[9])
Breakfast
Entry/Admission - Serengeti National Park
Drinks e.g Alcohol
Restroom on Board

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer convenient pickups from major hotels, airports, and designated meeting points. Your driver guide will reach out prior to departure to confirm timing and location. Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup.
Custom pickup arrangements can be made upon request.

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Meeting point

We offer convenient pickups from major hotels, airports, and designated meeting points. Your driver guide will reach out prior to departure to confirm timing and location. Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup. Custom pickup arrangements can be made upon request.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

    1 stop
  • 1
    Lake Nakuru National Park

    Your safari begins at the airport or your hotel early morning or at the agreed departure time where you will be met by your professional safari guide for a scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park via the Great Rift Valley escarpment. You should arrive in time for lunch check-in at the Hotel. You'll enjoy an afternoon game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park. Lake Nakuru National Park is ideal for bird-watching, hiking, picnics, and game drives. You will enjoy the wide ecological diversity and varied habitats that range from Lake Nakuru itself to the surrounding escarpment and picturesque ridges. You will return to the lodge in time for dinner and an overnight stay.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

    1 stop
  • 2
    Masai Mara National Reserve

    On the second day of the safari after breakfast, you will proceed to check out and then have a road trip exploring the Great Rift Valley up to Narok town for a last-minute shopping and bathroom break. Then, you will head to Masai Mara and check in at Ol Moran Tented Camp Experiences. You will have time to take lunch, relax, and then head out for an afternoon game drive in the wild Masai Mara National Reserve. All members of the Big Five, that is lion, African leopard, African bush elephant, African buffalo, black and white rhinos, are found here all year round. Blue wildebeests, topi, plains zebras, and Thomson's gazelles migrate into and occupy the Mara reserve, from the Serengeti plains to the south and Loita Plains in the pastoral ranches to the north-east, from July to October. Return to your lodge before dusk for dinner and overnight.

    4 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve

    1 stop
  • 3
    Masai Mara National Reserve

    Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara with extended game drives across different sectors of the reserve. The ecosystem supports a high concentration of predators and plains game, making each drive dynamic and rewarding. Visit the Mara River area, where hippos and crocodiles inhabit the waters and dramatic wildebeest crossings occur during migration season. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the reserve, maximizing your time in the wild. Your guide will interpret animal tracks and behavior while navigating through varied landscapes of riverine forests and open plains. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

    8 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 4

    Masai Mara – Serengeti

    1 stop
  • 4
    Serengeti National Park

    Enjoy breakfast followed by check out and transfer to the Isibania border for immigration formalities before proceeding into Tanzania. The Tanzanian guide will pick you and proceed to Serengeti. Arrive at your camp in time for lunch. Later, head out for a game drive in this remote and less crowded region, known for dramatic river crossings during the migration season. The drive offers a glimpse into the continuity of the East African savannah, where landscapes stretch endlessly and wildlife roams freely. Return to camp before dusk for dinner and overnight.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Central Serengeti National Park Expedition

    1 stop
  • 5
    Serengeti National Park

    Today will be spent in the Serengeti exploring the park on morning and late afternoon game drive. Because this is a migration safari route, your journey will be dependent on the migrating animals' movements. You may opt for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch or a morning and afternoon game drive.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Central Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

    1 stop
  • 6
    Ngorongoro Crater

    Depart after breakfast and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a picnic lunch. This is another UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tanzania's crater highlands, located west of Arusha. This area is named after the world's largest caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater. The stunning landscape of Ngorongoro, with its vast expanses of highland plains and wildlife concentration of some 25,000 animals, makes this place one of the most exotic natural wonders on the planet. After the thrilling day, you will head over to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

    8 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 7

    Ngorongoro – Amboseli National Park

    1 stop
  • 7
    Amboseli National Park

    After breakfast followed by check out, transfer to the Namanga border for immigration formalities before re-entering Kenya and continuing to Amboseli National Park. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest. Later, proceed for a game drive across the open plains and swampy areas fed by underground streams from Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant herds often seen against the dramatic backdrop of Africa’s highest peak. You may also encounter lions, cheetahs, zebras, and diverse birdlife. Return to the lodge before dusk for dinner and overnight.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 8

    Exploring Amboseli National Park

    1 stop
  • 8
    Amboseli National Park

    Spend the day exploring Amboseli with extended game drives across the park’s varied landscapes. The park’s relatively open terrain allows consistent wildlife sightings and excellent photography, especially when Mount Kilimanjaro is visible. Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views of the plains and wetlands, and explore the swamp areas where elephants, hippos, and numerous bird species gather. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed within the park, allowing uninterrupted wildlife viewing. Throughout the day, your guide will position the vehicle for optimal sightings and share insights about the ecosystem. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

    8 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 9

    Amboseli – Nairobi

    1 stop
  • 9
    Nairobi

    After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy a relaxed drive with scenic views along the way. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your extraordinary Kenya and Tanzania migration safari.

    5 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Journeymark Tours Kenya

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Private Sightseeing Tours
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Involves Animals
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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