10-Day Combined Kenya & Tanzania Tour Safari
This 10-Day Combined Kenya & Tanzania Tour Safari is the ultimate East African wildlife journey, designed for travelers who want to experience the continent’s most famous safari ecosystems in one unforgettable adventure. Starting and ending in Nairobi, this cross-border safari combines Kenya’s legendary Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve with Tanzania’s world-renowned Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.
Travel in a pop-up roof minivan for the Kenya safari sectors, with dedicated safari vehicles and professional guides handling seamless transitions into Tanzania. This itinerary delivers exceptional wildlife density, iconic landscapes, and the chance to witness lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, and countless bird species across multiple habitats.
From the rhino-rich lake shores of Nakuru to the endless plains of the Mara and Serengeti, then into the dramatic volcanic caldera of Ngorongoro and elephant-filled baobab country of Tarangire, this safari offers one of Africa’s most rewarding circuits. It is ideal for couples, families, photographers, honeymooners, and serious wildlife enthusiasts seeking the best of Kenya and Tanzania in one expertly crafted trip.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
- First-time East Africa visitors wanting top highlights
- Wildlife lovers seeking iconic safari destinations
- Couples and honeymooners wanting epic safari memories
- Photographers wanting varied landscapes and species
- Travelers wanting Kenya and Tanzania in one trip
Why This Safari Works
- Combines East Africa’s most famous parks in 10 days
- Excellent wildlife flow from Mara to Serengeti migration lands
- Strong Big Five opportunities across multiple ecosystems
- Balanced route with logical border transitions
- Great mix of lakes, plains, crater, and baobab landscapes
Tour Highlights
Lake Nakuru rhino sanctuary experience
3 nights in Masai Mara National Reserve
Big Five safari opportunities in Kenya
3 nights in Serengeti National Park
Endless plains and predator-rich game drives
Ngorongoro Crater full-day safari
Tarangire elephants and baobab trees
Kenya and Tanzania combined safari adventure
Professional guides throughout both countries
Tour Map
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Arrive in time for lunch or lodge check-in.
Later enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for black and white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffalo, lions, and birdlife around the lake.
Accommodations
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Day 2
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and travel via Narok town toward the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve.
Arrive in time for lunch or check-in, followed by an afternoon game drive searching for lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and antelope.
Accommodations
Mara Maisha Camp
Day 3
Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend a full day exploring Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives across one of Africa’s most famous wildlife reserves.
Look for lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffalo, elephants, wildebeest, hyenas, and many bird species.
Accommodations
Mara Maisha Camp
Day 4
Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy another full day in the Mara with opportunities to explore different sectors of the reserve and maximize wildlife sightings.
Optional hot air balloon safari or cultural visit can be arranged.
Accommodations
Mara Maisha Camp
Day 5
Masai Mara to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and transfer toward the Kenya–Tanzania border via Isebania or Sirari crossing.
Complete immigration formalities and continue into Tanzania.
Proceed onward to Serengeti National Park for your first game drive en route to camp.
Accommodations
Enkirari Wilderness Camp
Day 6
Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend a full day exploring the legendary Serengeti plains, home to some of Africa’s highest wildlife concentrations.
Search for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, and hyenas.
Accommodations
Enkirari Wilderness Camp
Day 7
Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another rewarding day in Serengeti with extended wildlife drives through different habitats and migration zones depending season.
Excellent chances for predator action and dramatic photography moments.
Accommodations
Enkirari Wilderness Camp
Day 8
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart Serengeti and travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with game viewing en route.
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular safari in one of Africa’s natural wonders, famous for dense wildlife populations and rhino sightings.
Accommodations
Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
Day 9
Ngorongoro to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, continue to Tarangire National Park, renowned for huge elephant herds and giant baobab trees.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and birdlife.
Accommodations
Serian Tarangire Camp
Day 10
Tarangire to Nairobi
After breakfast, depart Tarangire and transfer to Arusha.
Continue by shuttle, flight, or overland return arrangement back to Nairobi.
Arrive later in the day, marking the end of your unforgettable combined Kenya and Tanzania safari.
Accommodations
End of tour ( No accommodation )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.