10 Days Mid-Range Kenya & Tanzania Private Safari Wildebeest Migrations from Nairobi (2026 - 2027)

Nairobi – Lake Naivasha area / Hell’s gate

07:00 hrs. – We’ll pick you up from Nairobi hotel. There will be a stop to view the great rift valley scenery as you proceed to Naivasha you will arrive time for lunch, check in at Sopa Lodge Naivasha and have lunch, later in the afternoon game drive with a visit to Hells Gate National Park which allows Hiking, Bicycling, Rock climbing and photography of wildlife and a visit to geothermal power plant. Later dinner and overnight at Sopa Lodge Naivasha or a similar lodge.

Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve

We’ll be up early to enjoy the light breaking over the forest and lake, hearing the birds and seeing the animals come to life. But now we’re traveling over the floor of the scenic Great Rift Valley with views of the escarpment as we journey through Masai country.

With the expanse of the Masai Mara National Reserve spread before us, you’ll know you have arrived someplace special. Kenya’s most popular park, the reserve is world-famous for its incredible density of wildlife and uring the Great Migration (July – October) an unending torrent of gazelle, wildebeest, and zebra streaming into the park. All of Africa’s Big Five are here so we’ll be tracking lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, plus warthog, ostrich and so much more.

Hot Air Balloon Safari + Full-day game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Early morning balloon safari ride across the Maasai Mara plain. Breakfast at the lodge then enjoy morning and afternoon game drives. Masai Mara 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 lodge (full board).

Full Day Game drive at Masai Mara

Today shall be a game viewing extravaganza! The Mara as is popularly known remains the most exciting wildlife eco-system in the Natural world. Masai Mara reserve hosts the highest and varied concentration of wild animals than any other park in the region. The scenic appeal of this tree studded savannah plains, its moderate climate and diversity of wild game species makes it a one stop shop for game viewing activities. We shall traverse the reserve on a full day of unlimited game viewing  encountering the big five and more of the lesser game. You shall visit the Mara-river where you may watch hippos & crocodiles or maybe the great migration (During July –October months)

Maasai Mara – Lake Victoria (270 kms: 5 – 6 hrs with stops)

Morning game viewing drive at the Masai Mara. Later depart Maasai Mara and proceed to the Lake Victoria in Tanzania, the drive is via the Isebania Kenya / Tanzania border town. Meet Tanzania vehicle and driver guide at Isebania border after clearing with the Immigration & Customs procedures. Drive to the South-Eastern Bay of Lake Victoria. Arrive at your lodge late afternoon. Relax on the shores of this lake which is rich in history. The breeze is refreshing. Dinner and Overnight atTarime Musoma

Lake Victoria – Serengeti National Park (180 kms: Approx. 3 hrs) - (North Kogatende)

After breakfast, visit a nearby Fishing Village in the company of a local guide. Among other things, you will learn lots about traditional Fishing techniques, selling mode of fresh Fish and the general rural life. Thereafter, drive into the nearby Serengeti which shares the same ecosystem with the Maasai Mara game reserve. Ideally Maasai Mara is the smaller extension of the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight North Serengeti

Full Game Drive Serengeti National Park.

After breakfast, set out for a full-day safari across the endless plains of the Serengeti. Today offers incredible opportunities to spot Africa’s most iconic wildlife including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and buffalo. You may also encounter giraffes, zebras, gazelles, crocodiles, and countless bird species. Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration as thousands of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains. An optional hot-air balloon safari can be arranged at an additional cost of US$ 650 per person.

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, we get right on the road back towards the Ngorongoro Crater National Park.

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.

Dinner and overnight on the rim of the Ngorongoro.

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

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.

Dinner and overnight in the heart of the Serengeti National Park

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha-Kilimanjaro International Airport

After an early breakfast, we will set off to Ngorongoro Crater, the perfect time of day for spotting wildlife. You will enjoy an unforgettable game drive across the crater floor, with a stop for a picnic lunch beside a scenic lake inhabited by hippos and migratory birds. Known as an animal “oasis,” the crater offers one of the best chances to see Africa’s legendary Big Five: lion, elephant, leopard, rhino, and buffalo. Formed over two million years ago by a massive volcanic eruption that left behind a perfectly intact caldera, Ngorongoro is a true natural wonder. Inside this breathtaking landscape, you may encounter zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and hippos, along with flocks of flamingos brightening the Soda Lake. Overhead, hawks and vultures circle while storks, ibis, and cranes fill the wetlands. After an afternoon filled with incredible wildlife sightings, we will drive back to Arusha and then proceed directly to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward journey