Safari Itinerary
12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Grand Safari – Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
From
$6,800 pp USD
per person sharing · USD
The journey
About this itinerary
The 12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Grand Safari is a complete cross-border circuit — five ecosystems in twelve days, from Amboseli's elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro to the Masai Mara's Big Five plains, then across the border into Tanzania's Serengeti and down into the Ngorongoro Crater. It runs on shared 4x4 Land Cruisers with a professional driver-guide and fixed-tent or lodge accommodation throughout, built for travellers who want the full Kenya-and-Tanzania story in a single trip rather than choosing one country over the other.
Highlights
- — Amboseli's elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop
- — Hell's Gate National Park on foot and by bike
- — Lake Nakuru's rhino sanctuary and flamingo-lined shores
- — Two full days of Masai Mara game drives
- — A land border crossing into Tanzania with a built-in safety buffer
- — Full-day Serengeti game drives and a full descent into the Ngorongoro Crater
Day by Day
Arrive into Nairobi and transfer to your hotel, with a welcome briefing covering the twelve days ahead.
Meals
Dinner
Activities
- — Airport pickup
- — Welcome briefing
Accommodation
Confirmed at booking based on availability.
Tour Features
Mid-Range Tour
This mid-range tour uses private vehicles and comfortable lodges or tented camps.
Can Be Customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this trip.
Private Tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can Start Any Day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum Age
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
What's Included
- ✓ All Kenya and Tanzania park, reserve and crater fees for the listed itinerary
- ✓ Ground transport in a shared 4x4 Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide
- ✓ Accommodation as specified, with all meals on safari days
- ✓ Border-crossing paperwork support from your safari coordinator
- ✓ Bottled drinking water in the vehicle each day
- ✓ A dedicated Mellow Safaris trip coordinator throughout
Not Included
- ✕ International flights to/from Nairobi
- ✕ Kenya eTA and Tanzania visa fees
- ✕ Travel insurance (arranged at cost, not marked up)
- ✕ Tips and gratuities for driver-guides and camp staff
- ✕ Alcoholic drinks and premium bottled beverages
- ✕ Optional hot-air balloon safari over the Mara or Serengeti
- ✕ Personal shopping and spending money
Final pricing depends on exact dates, room category, and party size — your specialist will confirm before you book.
Optional Add-On Activities
Not included in the base price. Can be added at booking, subject to availability.
Hot Air Balloon Safari — Masai Mara
$505 pp USD
Optional, subject to availability. Must be booked in advance.
Hot Air Balloon Safari — Serengeti
$600 pp USD
Optional, subject to availability. Must be booked in advance.
Accommodation
Comfortable mid-range lodges or tented camps, selected for location and quality. Exact properties are confirmed at booking based on availability.
Mid-Range Lodge 1
Confirmed at booking
Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro (extended)
Mid-Range Lodge 2
Confirmed at booking
Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro (extended)
Route
- 1
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi
- 2
Day 2
Nairobi to Amboseli National Park
- 3
Day 3
Full Day Amboseli — Elephants & Kilimanjaro Views
- 4
Day 4
Amboseli to Lake Naivasha — Hell's Gate
- 5
Day 5
Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru
- 6
Day 6
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
- 7
Day 7
Full Day Masai Mara Game Drives
- 8
Day 8
Border Crossing to Tanzania & Transfer to Serengeti
- 9
Day 9
Full Day Serengeti Game Drives
- 10
Day 10
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- 11
Day 11
Ngorongoro Crater Floor Game Drive & Transfer to Arusha
- 12
Day 12
Arusha to Nairobi & Departure
Approximate location — exact routing confirmed with your itinerary.
Safari FAQs
What is included in the 12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Grand Safari – Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro?
Typical inclusions are: All Kenya and Tanzania park, reserve and crater fees for the listed itinerary, Ground transport in a shared 4x4 Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide, Accommodation as specified, with all meals on safari days, Border-crossing paperwork support from your safari coordinator, Bottled drinking water in the vehicle each day, A dedicated Mellow Safaris trip coordinator throughout. Final inclusions are confirmed with your quote.
Can this Kenya or Tanzania safari itinerary be customized?
Yes. You can request changes to nights, lodges, and destinations. A specialist will confirm what is possible for your dates and budget.
Is this a private safari or a group tour?
This is a private safari organised exclusively for your party.
How long is this safari and what does it cost?
12-Day Kenya & Tanzania Grand Safari – Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro is 12 days (11 nights). Prices start from $6,800 pp USD per person sharing, excluding international flights. Exact pricing depends on dates and party size.
How do I enquire or book this safari?
Send an enquiry on this page, WhatsApp +254 707 820 948, or email info@mellowsafaris.com. Our specialist team is on it and will be in touch shortly.
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$6,800 pp USD
per person sharing · USD · 11 nights
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