10-Day Classic Kenya & Tanzania Safari: Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara

Experience the Ultimate 10-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari

Discover the very best of East Africa on this unforgettable 10-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari with On Target Safaris. This incredible cross-border adventure takes you through some of the most famous wildlife destinations in Africa, including Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park.

From Kenya's spectacular Great Rift Valley and the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara to Tanzania's legendary Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, this safari offers an exceptional opportunity to experience the beauty, wildlife and landscapes of East Africa.

You will enjoy exciting game drives in search of the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino — while also encountering cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas and hundreds of bird species.

This carefully designed 10-day Kenya and Tanzania safari itinerary combines two of Africa's greatest safari countries into one unforgettable journey. It is perfect for travelers looking for a complete East African wildlife adventure, including the famous Masai Mara and Serengeti ecosystem.

What Makes This Safari Special?

Five Iconic Safari Destinations – Explore Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara.
Kenya & Tanzania in One Safari – Experience two of Africa's most famous safari destinations in one unforgettable trip.
Big Five Wildlife Viewing – Excellent opportunities to see lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino.
Masai Mara & Serengeti – Explore the world-famous ecosystem known for spectacular wildlife and the Great Migration.
Incredible Wildlife Encounters – Search for lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos and more.
Diverse African Landscapes – Experience the Great Rift Valley, endless savannah plains, lakes, forests and volcanic craters.
Professional Safari Guides – Travel with experienced local guides who know East Africa's wildlife and landscapes.
Private 4×4 Safari Vehicles – Enjoy comfortable wildlife viewing in specially designed safari vehicles.
Comfortable Safari Lodges & Camps – Relax in carefully selected accommodations throughout your journey.
The Ultimate East African Safari – A perfect combination of Kenya's Masai Mara and Tanzania's northern safari circuit.

Quick Itinerary Snapshot

🗓️ Day 1: Lake Nakuru National Park
Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park and enjoy an afternoon game drive.
🗓️ Day 2: Masai Mara National Reserve
Journey to the world-famous Masai Mara and enjoy an afternoon safari.
🗓️ Day 3: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari
Spend the day exploring the wildlife-rich plains of the Masai Mara.
🗓️ Day 4: Another Full-Day Masai Mara Safari
Continue your safari adventure with more opportunities to search for the Big Five.
🗓️ Day 5: Masai Mara to Serengeti
Cross from Kenya into Tanzania and continue to Serengeti National Park.
🗓️ Day 6: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Explore the endless plains and incredible wildlife of the Serengeti.
🗓️ Day 7: Another Serengeti Safari
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations.
🗓️ Day 8: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
Enjoy an early morning safari before transferring to the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
🗓️ Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Lake Manyara
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater before continuing toward Lake Manyara.
🗓️ Day 10: Lake Manyara National Park & Departure
Enjoy a final safari experience in Lake Manyara before transferring to Arusha.

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Detailed Itinerary

DAY 2: Masai Mara National Reserve Safari

After breakfast, continue your journey to the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa's most famous wildlife destinations.

The Masai Mara forms part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem and is known worldwide for its incredible concentration of wildlife, spectacular landscapes and seasonal wildebeest migration.

Arrive in time for lunch before heading out for an exciting afternoon game drive.

During your safari, you may encounter:

Lions
Elephants
Cheetahs
Giraffes
Zebras
Wildebeests
Buffalo
Numerous bird species

The Masai Mara offers exceptional wildlife viewing throughout the year and is one of the best places in Africa to experience a classic African safari.

DAY 1: Lake Nakuru National Park Safari

Your 10-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari begins with a journey to the beautiful Lake Nakuru National Park, located in Kenya's spectacular Great Rift Valley.

Lake Nakuru is one of Kenya's most famous wildlife destinations and is well known for its beautiful lake, diverse birdlife and excellent rhino viewing opportunities.

After arriving in time for lunch, you will enjoy an exciting afternoon game drive through the park.

During your safari, you may encounter:

White and black rhinos
Buffalo
Giraffes
Zebras
Hippos
Lions
Flamingos and other bird species

Lake Nakuru offers beautiful landscapes and excellent opportunities for wildlife photography.

Day 3-4: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari

After breakfast, we have a full day game drive in the Masai Mara (lunch will be a picnic). The reserve is well known for its black-maned lions and abundant wildlife. This is one of the few places where it's possible to see the big five during a morning game drive. Many of the cheetahs are so tame they seek shelter from the hot sun under vehicles. Several even climb onto the roof to get a better view of prospective prey!

For the bird enthusiasts - almost 500 species have been recorded here. Among these include 16 species of eagle, many hawks and falcons, six species of vultures, eight species of storks, four species of bustard (including the Kori bustard, the world's heaviest flying bird), and nine species of sunbirds.

Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to higher level options or downgraded to more economic ones (price reduction).

DAY 5: Masai Mara - Serengeti

Today you will transfer from the Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park via the Isebania border crossing. This transfer will take the majority of the day, but you will get to enjoy a game drive for most of it.

In the afternoon you will game drive en-route to your tented camp. Evening game drives are also available.

Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to higher level options or downgraded to more economic ones (price reduction).

DAY 6-7: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari

As you crest the hillside, the vast Serengeti spreads out before you as far as the eyes can see. Serengeti means "endless plains" in Kiswahili. This 6,900 sq. mile (18,000 sq. km) park is inhabited by more than two million large animals, including more than a million wildebeest, hundreds of thousands of plains zebras, and Thomson's gazelles. Large predators, including lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, are drawn to the area by the abundance of prey that migrates throughout the park. Many smaller animals such as rock hyrax, bat-eared foxes, mongoose, honey badger, jackals, monkeys, baboons, and African hares also inhabit the area, along with nearly 500 species of birds.

You will spend the second day on morning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti.

You have the option to add-on a visit to Olduvai Gorge or a hot air balloon flight. Accommodations can be upgraded to higher level options or downgraded to more economic ones (price reduction).

DAY 9: Ngorongoro Crater

Today you will wake up very early for a pre-breakfast safari. The animals are more active at this time - and you get to witness a fantastic sunrise! The sunrise on the African savannah is one of the most beautiful experiences one can have. After the game drive you will return to the camp for brunch.

In the afternoon we will transfer to Ngorongoro, the eighth natural wonder of the world. With walls 2,000 ft high and a crater floor that spreads for 102 sq. miles, the crater is a virtual Noah's Ark. It is inhabited by almost every species of wildlife indigenous to East Africa, including the rare black rhino. The crater has the greatest concentration of wildlife on the planet. The large bull elephants that reside here have extremely large tusks due to the rich mineral content of the volcanic soil and its grasses.

You have the option of going on an afternoon walking safari in the Ngorongoro highlands. Accommodations can be upgraded or downgraded.

DAY 10: Lake Manyara National Park Safari & Departure

Today begins with an unforgettable safari inside the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

After an early breakfast, descend onto the crater floor for one of the most extraordinary wildlife experiences in Africa.

The Ngorongoro Crater is home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife and offers excellent opportunities to see many of Africa's most iconic animals.

During your crater safari, you may encounter:

Black rhinos
Lions
Elephants
Buffalo
Zebras
Wildebeests
Hippos
Spotted hyenas

Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the crater before continuing your wildlife viewing.

Later, ascend from the crater and continue toward the Lake Manyara area.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

All national park and conservation area fees
Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Accommodation during the safari
All meals as specified in the itinerary
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Wildlife game drives as described in the itinerary
Kenya and Tanzania safari transfers
Government taxes and VAT

Tour Exclusions

International flights
Visa fees for Kenya and Tanzania
Travel and medical insurance
Personal expenses
Alcoholic and premium drinks unless specified
Tips for safari guides and lodge staff
Optional activities
Hot air balloon safari
Additional accommodation before or after the safari

BEST TIME TO GO

This safari is available year-round, with the best experiences during:

June – October: Dry season, best for wildlife viewing
July – October: Great Migration in Masai Mara
January – March: Clear skies and excellent predator sightings