Lensai Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

You will begin the day with an early morning drive to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. This world-renowned safari destination is one of the last remaining places in Africa where wildlife continues to roam freely in large numbers across vast, untouched savannahs. It offers a true wilderness experience, with rich ecosystems that support an incredible variety of animal life.

As part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem, the Masai Mara is especially known for the Great Migration, a natural event where huge herds of wildebeest and zebras move across the plains in search of fresh grazing. This movement also attracts numerous predators, including lions, cheetahs, and hyenas, creating dramatic wildlife encounters.

You will arrive at your lodge or campsite in time for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, you will head out for a game drive to explore the reserve further and enjoy sightings of wildlife in their natural habitat.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Mara Intrepids Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, you will set out for a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve, with a picnic lunch enjoyed in the wilderness. The reserve is famous for its black-maned lions and rich concentration of wildlife, making it one of Africa’s top safari destinations. It is also one of the few places where visitors have a strong chance of spotting the Big Five within a single morning drive, depending on movement and conditions.

Cheetahs are commonly seen and are often surprisingly relaxed around safari vehicles. In some instances, they rest in the shade beneath cars or even climb onto the roofs to gain a better view of the surrounding plains while scanning for prey.

The reserve also hosts a variety of colorful sunbirds that add vibrancy to the ecosystem.

In the evening, you will return to your Mara Inerpids for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation:
Mara Intrepids Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai Mara National Reserve to Serengeti National Park

Masai Mara National Reserve to Serengeti National Park

Your day begins with an unforgettable early morning game drive in the world-famous Masai Mara, offering one last chance to witness the incredible wildlife of this iconic reserve as the golden sunrise lights up the savannah. As you gradually make your way out of the park, every moment on the plains presents potential sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

After completing border formalities at the Kenya–Tanzania crossing, your adventure continues into the legendary Serengeti National Park.

As you enter the vast Serengeti plains, the landscape opens up into endless horizons filled with wildlife and breathtaking scenery. By evening, you will arrive at your Central Serengeti luxury camp, where comfort meets wilderness. Enjoy a delicious dinner and unwind under the African night sky, surrounded by the sounds of nature in this extraordinary safari destination.

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
Accommodation:
Meliá Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park

As you drive up the hillside and reach the viewpoint, the landscape suddenly opens up to reveal the breathtaking Serengeti stretching endlessly to the horizon. Known in Kiswahili as “Serengeti,” meaning endless plains, this vast ecosystem covers about 18,000 square kilometers and is one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. It supports an incredible diversity of life, including over two million large mammals. Among them are vast herds of wildebeest, hundreds of thousands of zebras, and Thomson’s gazelles that move across the plains in search of fresh grazing.

This rich abundance of prey attracts a healthy population of predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, making every game drive full of excitement and unpredictability.

In the afternoon, you will enjoy a game drive en route to your campsite, taking in more wildlife encounters as the day unfolds. Later, you will arrive for dinner and an overnight stay at Central Serengeti Luxury Camp.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Meliá Serengeti Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

From Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

From Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater

Today begins with a very early morning safari before breakfast, giving you the best chance to see wildlife when it is most active. As the sun rises over the African plains, the landscape is bathed in golden light, creating one of the most breathtaking natural scenes you can experience. The morning drive offers excellent opportunities to spot predators and grazing animals in their natural environment. After the game drive, you will return to camp for a relaxed brunch and some time to unwind.

In the afternoon, you will continue your journey to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, often described as the eighth natural wonder of the world. Nearly every species found in East Africa can be seen here, including the rare black rhino. Ngorongoro is known for having one of the highest concentrations of wildlife anywhere on the planet.

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

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

The day begins with an early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a remarkable wildlife viewing experience in one of the most extraordinary natural settings on Earth. As you drive across the crater floor, you will encounter a wide variety of animals thriving within this unique ecosystem, offering excellent opportunities for photography and close sightings.

Midway through the morning, you will pause for a picnic lunch near the hippo pool, surrounded by peaceful views and the sounds of nature. After lunch, you will continue with a short game drive, exploring more of the crater’s diverse habitats, including grasslands, wetlands, and forested areas rich in wildlife.

In the afternoon, you will ascend the crater walls and exit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area as you journey back towards Arusha.

This marks the end of your unforgettable safari filled with incredible wildlife encounters and scenic beauty.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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