Quick Facts
| Duration | 12 days / 11 nights |
|---|---|
| Countries | Kenya and Tanzania |
| Destinations | Amboseli, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro |
| Transport | Private 4x4 Land Cruiser, no shared vans |
| Route Variants | Standard: ends via Kilimanjaro/Arusha (JRO). Alternative: loops back through Amboseli to Nairobi |
| Price From | USD 2,900–7,200+ pp (season-dependent, 2–6 people sharing) |
| Best For | Travellers wanting Amboseli's elephants and Kilimanjaro views alongside the full Serengeti-Ngorongoro circuit, with room to add a Zanzibar finish |
This 12-day safari links Amboseli's elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views with the Masai Mara's Big Five density, then crosses into Tanzania for the Serengeti's endless plains and the Ngorongoro Crater's rhino population. Every day runs in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a dedicated guide, no shared vans, no fixed-group departures.
Two ways to finish this trip: the standard routing ends at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) after the Ngorongoro leg, ideal for onward international flights. An alternative loops back through Amboseli and ends in Nairobi instead, useful if your return flight departs from Kenya. Both are available; let us know which suits your travel plans.
Safari Highlights
- 12 days / 11 nights across two countries and four destinations
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with dedicated guide throughout, no shared vans
- Amboseli's elephant herds and Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop
- Two full days of Big Five game drives in the Masai Mara
- A full day in the Serengeti's central plains
- Full crater-floor day at Ngorongoro, dense predator and rhino sightings
- Choice of standard Kilimanjaro finish or Amboseli-Nairobi loop
- Optional Zanzibar beach extension available on request
Day-by-Day Itinerary (Standard Kilimanjaro-finish routing)
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Private transfer and overnight in Nairobi.
Day 2: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
Drive south to Amboseli.
Afternoon game drive with Mount Kilimanjaro views.
Day 3: Full Day Amboseli National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives among Amboseli's elephant herds and Kilimanjaro's snowcap on clear mornings.
Day 4: Amboseli to Masai Mara National Reserve
Long transfer across the southern Rift Valley to the Mara ecosystem.
Afternoon game drive on arrival.
Day 5: Full Day Masai Mara National Reserve
Full-day game drive tracking the Big Five and, in season, migration herds along the Mara River.
Day 6: Second Full Day in the Masai Mara
Second full day, with your guide exploring conservancies bordering the reserve for lower vehicle density.
Optional Add-Ons
A dawn hot air balloon safari, at an additional cost.
Day 7: Masai Mara to Serengeti via Isebania Border
Depart early for the border. Kenyan-registered vehicles can't operate inside Tanzanian parks, so your guide and vehicle hand you off to a Tanzanian counterpart at the crossing.
Continue into the Serengeti, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive.
Day 8: Full Day Serengeti National Park
Full day exploring the central Seronera plains, some of the Serengeti's highest lion and leopard densities.
Day 9: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Morning game drive, then transfer to the Ngorongoro Highlands.
Afternoon arrival at your crater-rim lodge.
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Floor
Full-day descent into the crater floor, one of the densest wildlife concentrations in Africa, with strong black rhino odds.
Day 11: Ngorongoro to Arusha
Morning at leisure or an optional Maasai cultural visit, then transfer to Arusha.
Day 12: Departure via Kilimanjaro International Airport
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your onward or international flight. End of safari.
Alternative Routing
Instead of ending here, this itinerary can loop back through Amboseli and finish in Nairobi — useful if your return flight departs from Kenya. Ask us to swap the routing when you request a quote.
Tour Cost & Pricing
Per-person rates, private Land Cruiser, sharing accommodation. Rates apply to either route variant; a Zanzibar extension is quoted separately on top of these figures.
Season Guide
- Low SeasonApril–May
- High SeasonJanuary–March, June, October–December
- Peak SeasonJuly–September, Great Migration
Private Land Cruiser Safari Rates (Per Person)
| Season | 2 People | 4 People | 6 People |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season | $3,550–$4,300 | $3,150–$3,800 | $2,900–$3,450 |
| High Season | $4,700–$5,700 | $4,150–$5,050 | $3,800–$4,600 |
| Peak Season | $6,000–$7,200+ | $5,350–$6,450 | $4,900–$5,900 |
What's Included & Excluded
| ✓ | Private 4x4 Land Cruiser with dedicated driver-guide throughout |
| ✓ | All park and conservation area entry fees |
| ✓ | 11 nights' full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, dinner) |
| ✓ | All ground transfers, including the Isebania border handover |
| ✓ | Bottled drinking water during game drives |
| ✓ | Airport pickup and drop-off (Nairobi and/or Kilimanjaro) |
| ✗ | International flights |
| ✗ | Kenya ETA and Tanzania visa fees |
| ✗ | Yellow fever vaccination |
| ✗ | Travel and medical insurance |
| ✗ | Tips and gratuities |
| ✗ | Optional activities (hot air balloon safari, cultural village visits) |
| ✗ | Zanzibar beach extension, if added (quoted separately) |
Getting There & Border Logistics
Fly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), Nairobi, to start this safari. Depending on your chosen route variant, you'll either fly out of Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) near Arusha, or loop back to Nairobi for departure.
