7-Day Wildlife Excursion at Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
Highlights
nature, safari, Wildlife
Private Tour
7 Days
Easy
English
Description
Experience the best of East Africa’s wildlife with this 7-day adventure through Kenya and Tanzania, exploring Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Begin with the flamingo-dotted shores of Lake Nakuru, then head to the Maasai Mara for thrilling game drives among Africa’s Big Five. Venture into Serengeti, where vast plains teem with iconic wildlife and seasonal migrations. Conclude at Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural wonder filled with diverse ecosystems and rare species.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Arrival in Nairobi & Transfer to Lake Nakuru
- Morning: Arrive in Nairobi and meet your guide.
- Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park (approx. 3-hour drive).
- Afternoon Game Drive: After lunch, set out for an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for flamingos, rhinos, and diverse birdlife.
- Dinner and Overnight: Lodge in or near Lake Nakuru National Park.
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Day 2- Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara
- Morning Departure: After breakfast, travel to Maasai Mara National Reserve (approx. 5-6 hours).
- Arrival and Check-In: Arrive at your Maasai Mara Lodge in time for lunch and a short rest.
- Afternoon Game Drive: Begin your Maasai Mara safari with a thrilling game drive to search for lions, elephants, and possibly the Big Five.
- Dinner and Overnight: Lodge or camp within Maasai Mara.
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Day 3- Full Day in Maasai Mara
- Morning Game Drive: An early morning drive when wildlife is most active, offering a prime opportunity to spot predators and grazers.
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride: Enhance your experience with a sunrise hot air balloon safari over the Mara (additional cost).
- Lunch: Return to your lodge or enjoy a bush lunch.
- Afternoon Game Drive: Continue exploring, following herds and witnessing the beauty of Maasai Mara’s vast savannah.
- Dinner and Overnight: Maasai Mara lodge or camp.
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Day 4- Maasai Mara to Serengeti National Park (via Isebania Border)
- Early Morning Departure: After breakfast, drive to the Isebania border to enter Tanzania and proceed to Serengeti National Park (approx. 6 hours total).
- Lunch En Route: Enjoy a packed or roadside lunch.
- Game Drive En Route to Lodge: As you enter the Serengeti, start spotting wildlife on your way to the lodge.
- Dinner and Overnight: Lodge or tented camp within Serengeti National Park.
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Day 5- Full Day in Serengeti National Park
- Morning and Afternoon Game Drives: Spend the day on thrilling game drives, searching for lions, leopards, elephants, and seasonal migrations.
- Optional Visit to a Maasai Village: Experience Maasai culture with an optional visit to a traditional village.
- Dinner and Overnight: Serengeti lodge or tented camp.
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Day 6- Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
- Morning Departure: After breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area with game viewing en route.
- Optional Olduvai Gorge Visit: Stop at the Olduvai Gorge, the “Cradle of Humankind,” for a fascinating look at early human history.
- Afternoon Arrival and Check-In: Arrive at your Ngorongoro lodge and relax with scenic crater views.
- Dinner and Overnight: Lodge on the crater rim.
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Day 7- Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Transfer to Arusha
- Early Morning Crater Tour: Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day safari. This unique ecosystem is home to lions, rhinos, elephants, and more.
- Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool.
- Transfer to Arusha: After your game drive, ascend the crater and travel to Arusha (approx. 3 hours).
- Tour End: Drop off at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport for your departure flight or transfer to a hotel.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 100 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 100 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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