6-Day Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Budget Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi-Maasai Mara

Depart Nairobi early morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley, stopping for breathtaking views before continuing to the Maasai Mara. Arrive by midday, check into your camp, and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive across the rolling savannah, where lions, elephants, and wildebeest roam freely. As the sun sets, return to camp for dinner and storytelling around the fire under a star-filled sky.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Maasai Mara Reserve

Spend the entire day exploring the Mara’s vast plains. Morning and afternoon game drives maximize your chances of spotting the Big Five and witnessing predator-prey interactions. Depending on the season, you may see the Great Migration, with thousands of wildebeest crossing rivers. Picnic lunch in the bush adds to the adventure. In the evening, visit a Maasai village {optional}to learn about their traditions, dances, and warrior culture before returning to camp for a restful night.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Enchoro Wildlife Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Maasai Mara-Serengeti

After breakfast, cross into Tanzania via the Isebania border. The journey itself is scenic, with changing landscapes and glimpses of rural life. Arrive in the Serengeti National Park by afternoon, famed for its endless plains and incredible wildlife density. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, spotting giraffes, zebras, and cheetahs. Dinner is served at your lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the wild, preparing you for the next day’s adventure.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma (Campsite)

• inside Western Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti

Rise early for a sunrise game drive, when predators are most active. The Serengeti offers unparalleled opportunities to see lions hunting, elephants grazing, and herds of wildebeest stretching across the horizon. Spend the day exploring different regions of the park, from riverine forests to open grasslands. A picnic lunch keeps you immersed in nature. In the evening, relax at your lodge with panoramic views of the plains, reflecting on the day’s sightings.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Western Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti-Ngorongoro

After breakfast, drive towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera {optional}, often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” The crater floor is teeming with wildlife, including black rhinos, hippos, flamingos, and prides of lions. Enjoy a full-day game drive with picnic lunch by the hippo pool. Later, ascend to the crater rim for overnight stay, where the views of the crater at sunset are simply unforgettable.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rim View Inn

• Budget hotel located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro-Arusha

After breakfast at your lodge on the crater rim, begin the scenic drive towards Arusha and continue directly to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). The journey typically takes 5–6 hours, passing through lush highlands, coffee plantations, and bustling towns along the way. Arrive at JRO in the afternoon or evening depending on your departure time, marking the end of your unforgettable East African safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.