10 Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari
Experience two of East Africa's most celebrated safari destinations on one unforgettable journey. This 10-day midrange safari combines Lake Nakuru National Park, the famous Maasai Mara, Tanzania's Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara. Enjoy guided game drives, scenic landscapes and comfortable midrange lodges and tented camps while travelling with experienced safari guides.
Safari Highlights
Explore Lake Nakuru and search for rhinos
Enjoy game drives in the Maasai Mara
Discover the endless plains of Serengeti
Explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater
Visit scenic Lake Manyara National Park
Experience a cross-border Kenya–Tanzania safari
Stay in selected midrange lodges and tented camps
Travel with professional safari guides
Safari Itinerary
DAY1
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park
Meet your safari guide in Nairobi and travel through Kenya's Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes and other wildlife. The park is also known for its birdlife and seasonal flamingo gatherings.
Main destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation: Midrange lodge in or near the park
Meals: Lunch and dinner
DAY2
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, continue to the legendary Maasai Mara. Arrive around lunchtime and settle into your camp or lodge before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Explore open grasslands where lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes and other animals roam.
Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Midrange safari lodge or tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY3
Full-Day Maasai Mara Wildlife Safari
Spend a full day exploring the reserve with your guide. Search for lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and numerous antelope species. Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the Great Wildebeest Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your wildlife adventure.
Main destination: Maasai Mara
Accommodation: Midrange safari lodge or tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY4
Another Day Exploring the Maasai Mara
Enjoy further game drives across the Mara's varied habitats. Your guide will help search for wildlife and identify birds, animal tracks and other features of the ecosystem. An optional hot-air balloon safari or Maasai community visit may be arranged at an additional cost, subject to availability.
Main destination: Maasai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Midrange safari lodge or tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY5
Cross into Tanzania and Travel to Serengeti
After breakfast, travel towards the Isebania border for immigration formalities. Cross into Tanzania and connect with the Tanzanian safari vehicle and guide as arranged. Continue towards Serengeti National Park, enjoying wildlife viewing along the route where conditions and timing permit.
Main destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Midrange tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY6
Serengeti National Park Game Drive
Explore the Serengeti's vast grasslands and acacia-dotted plains. Search for wildebeest, zebras, elephants, giraffes and predators such as lions, cheetahs and leopards. The location of wildlife and the Great Migration changes throughout the year, making each safari drive unique.
Main destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Midrange tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY7
Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Safari
Continue exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives or a full-day excursion with a packed lunch. Your guide will select suitable areas based on seasonal wildlife movements, road conditions and the park region included in your booking. Enjoy another night surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
Main destination: Serengeti National Park
Accommodation: Midrange tented camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY8
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a morning game drive before travelling towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Admire the changing landscapes as the open plains give way to highland scenery. Depending on your confirmed accommodation, spend the evening near the crater rim or in the surrounding area.
Main destination: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Accommodation: Midrange lodge in the Ngorongoro area
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY9
Ngorongoro Crater to Lake Manyara
Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a wildlife drive across its grasslands, woodland and wetlands. Look for zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, elephants and, with luck, the endangered black rhino. Later, continue towards the Lake Manyara area for your overnight stay.
Main destination: Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara area
Accommodation: Midrange lodge near Lake Manyara
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY10
Lake Manyara and Departure to Arusha
Depending on your confirmed schedule, enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, known for its groundwater forest, birdlife and scenic lakeshore. Continue to Arusha, where the safari ends. Airport transfers or onward arrangements can be organised according to your flight details.
Main destination: Arusha
Accommodation: Not included after the safari unless requested
Meals: Breakfast and lunch, subject to final arrangements
10-Day Kenya and Tanzania Safari Cost
The published price guide below is based on the tour's listed rates. Confirm availability, accommodation, border arrangements and the final cost with Leone Tours & Travel before making a booking.
| Travellers | Room Arrangement | Price per Person (USD) |
| 1 person | Single room | $6,700 |
| 2 people | Shared double/twin | $4,420 |
| 3 people | Triple sharing | $3,740 |
| 4 people | Two rooms | $3,630 |
| 5 people | Room allocation confirmed on request | $3,530 |
| 6 people | Three rooms | $3,410 |
Prices are indicative and may change with travel dates, park fee revisions, accommodation availability, exchange rates and group arrangements. Confirm the final written quotation before paying.
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Safari Inclusions and Exclusions
Included
- Park entry fees as confirmed in the quotation
- Midrange lodges and tented camps listed in the itinerary
- Meals specified in the confirmed itinerary
- Safari transport in a 4×4 vehicle with a pop-up roof, as arranged
- Professional English-speaking safari guides
- Bottled drinking water during safari activities, as specified
- Cross-border assistance between Kenya and Tanzania
- Nairobi and Arusha airport transfers, as agreed
Not Included
- International and domestic flights unless specified
- Kenya and Tanzania visa or travel authorisation fees
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Hot-air balloon safaris and optional cultural visits
- Drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Additional accommodation before or after the tour
- Activities and services not listed as included
Important: Final inclusions depend on the written quotation. Border procedures, vehicle changes, park fees, accommodation and meals should be confirmed before departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the 10-day Kenya and Tanzania safari cost?
The published guide ranges from $3,410 per person for six travellers to $6,700 for a solo traveller. Rates depend on group size and arrangements, so request a current quotation before booking.
Which parks are visited on this safari?
The itinerary includes Lake Nakuru National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park or its surrounding area.
Can I see the Big Five?
The safari visits habitats where lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos may be found. Sightings are never guaranteed and depend on wildlife movements and conditions.
When is the best time to see the Great Migration?
The migration moves between the Serengeti ecosystem and Maasai Mara throughout the year. The best location depends on seasonal rainfall and herd movements, so discuss your travel dates with your safari planner.
Are accommodation and meals included?
Midrange accommodation and meals listed in the confirmed itinerary are included according to the quotation. Ask for the names of the proposed lodges and camps before confirming your booking.
How does the Kenya–Tanzania border crossing work?
The itinerary uses the Isebania border crossing. Travellers must complete the applicable immigration formalities. A change of safari vehicle or guide may be required and should be confirmed before travel.
Can I customise this safari?
Yes. Contact Leone Tours & Travel to discuss your dates, group size, accommodation preferences, optional activities and any extra nights you may need.
How do I book the tour?
Submit your enquiry using the quote form on this page or visit our contact page. Include your preferred travel dates, number of travellers and room arrangements to help us prepare a suitable quotation.
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