13 Days Private Budget Safari in Tanzania, Kenya & Zanzibar

Nairobi - Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart early in the morning from Nairobi towards Lake Nakuru National Park. Drive through the park and arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. Have an afternoon game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park. Lake Nakuru National Park is a small park with over 50% of its area covered by the Lake. Located in the middle of the Rift valley, L. Nakuru National Park has a wide variety of animals which includes the Rothschild Giraffe, Lions, White, and Black rhinos as well as the Leopard. All these can be spotted depending on your luck. The park is also considered by birdwatchers as an ornithological paradise! A myriad of both Greater and lesser flamingoes has made this lake their home. Meals and overnight.

Lake Nakuru National Park - Maasai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast at the camp, head southwards to Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, relax. Have an afternoon game drive in the reserve. An exploratory drive around the 1,792 sq. km game park with its low hills and savannah type rolling grasslands, gallery forest on the Mara River and its tributaries. Get introduced to the herbivores; elephant, rhino, buffalo, and the variety of antelopes, the Masai giraffe and the Burchell zebra. The carnivores are the black mane lion, cheetah and leopard. Also to be seen are the largest bird, the Masai ostrich, the Secretary bird, the crested crane and the saddle-bill stork. Crocodiles and hippos share the river. Return to your lodge by sunset. Dinner and overnight at the camp - (full board).

Full Day Game Drive Safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Optional Activity: Early morning balloon safari ride across the Maasai Mara plain. 

Breakfast at the camp then enjoy morning and afternoon game drives. Masai Mara National Reserve is an extension of the Serengeti ecosystem to the south. Game abounds here. The Mara is noted for its abundance of lions, particularly the superb black-maned males. Where great Migration over 1.5 million wildebeest and other antelopes crossing the mighty Mara River. You are also likely to see many elephants here often in large herds, as well as if you're lucky leopard, cheetahs and rhino. All of the Big Five are residents. You're sure to see the African buffalo. Dinner and overnight at camp (full board).

Maasai Mara National Reserve to North Serengeti National Park (Kogatende) via Isebania Border

You will have early morning breakfast. Then depart to Isebania Border with packed lunch, on your way to Serengeti National Park. Upon reaching the border finalize with the immigration department. Then exchange the vehicle – which you will be using while in Tanzania. Embark with the journey to the park where you will arrive in the evening. we'll start our game drive to the Kogatende area, searching around the kopjes looking for carnivores and the large migration groups that will be preparing to cross the Mara River into Kenya. Home to large numbers of hippos and Nile crocodiles, the Mara River is the last major obstacle standing between the Wildebeest Migration and the relative safety of the Maasai Mara. If you're patient and a little lucky, you may even get to witness the death-defying crossing itself where wildebeest and zebras brave the river's currents and crocodiles in an attempt to reach safety.

Full Day Game Drive Safari in North Serengeti National Park (Wagakuria)

We will proceed for a full day game drive viewing the great migration at Mara area. Resident wildlife numbers are exceptionally high in the Wagakuria area. The key feature is the Mara River and there is a great chance to see the herds cross the Mara River to the north on one day and back south a few days later. Please note that it can be very difficult to witness crossing and is sometimes a matter of luck. A herd can be seen next to river and only decide to cross a couple of days later. This area is a stunning region with kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation and open plains, After late afternoon drive back to the Camp dinner.

North Serengeti National Park (Kogatende) - Central Serengeti National Park

We'll start our day immediately after breakfast, driving through the plains of Togoro and the Mbuzi Mawe kopjes on our way to cross the Banagi River into the Seronera region of the Central Serengeti. Along the way, you'll spot everything from the enigmatic dik-diks to towering elephants, and everything in between. The Seronera is often known as 'big cat country', and its kopjes and acacias provide an excellent opportunity to spot prides of lazy lions, sleek cheetahs out on the hunt, and leopards overseeing everything from their lofty perches. The region's hippo pools and wide-open spaces provide ample opportunities for game viewing.

Central Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, we get right on the road back towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Our drive takes us back through the Serengeti via a different route, offering plenty of opportunities to spot the animals that eluded you on day two. As far as the eye can see, you’ll spot thousands upon thousands of animals in herds; wildebeests and zebras migrating together, tall and graceful giraffes, jumping antelopes and gazelles, the powerful African elephant and the most respected group of animals: the predators. You will have the chance to spot lean cheetahs and shy leopards, foraging hyenas, and last but not least, the king himself; the lion.

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha, then fly to Zanzibar

After an early morning breakfast, we will hurry to Ngorongoro Crater, as it is the best time to spot animals. On this day, we will enjoy a game drive around the crater and stop for a picnic lunch at a small lake within the park. The lake is home to many hippos and migratory birds, so guests will be sure to enjoy the visit! Due to the animal “oasis” created within the crater, there is a high possibility of spotting every member of ‘The Big 5’. The group comprises some of the strongest animals in Africa – the ferocious lion, the giant elephant, the stealthy leopard, the charging rhino and the mighty water buffalo. Ngorongoro Crater is truly an amazing place. Did you know it was formed over two million of years ago? A large volcano erupted, collapsing the volcano, but left a perfectly unbroken crater, known as a caldera. Then drive directly to Arusha where you will take a flight to Zanzibar (Flight Price is not Included).

Relax at the Beach

Relax and Enjoy your vacation at the beach.

Optional Zanzibar Exploration (Stone Town & Spice Tour)

Today is yours to enjoy at leisure or explore the island’s rich history and culture. Optional tours available at an extra cost include: 

• Stone Town Tour: Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site with its historical streets, markets, and Arabic architecture. 

• Spice Tour: Visit local spice farms and experience the scents and flavors that gave Zanzibar its nickname “The Spice Island.” Museums & Archives: Dive into Zanzibar’s history through its well-kept museums and cultural archives.

Relaxation at the Beach

Enjoy a free day at the beach resort. You can indulge in water sports, sunbathing, a spa treatment, or simply soak up the tropical paradise vibe.

Departure

After breakfast and a leisurely morning, you will be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your incredible Tanzania Safari, Kilimanjaro & Zanzibar Adventure.