4 Days / 3 Nights Masai Mara & Serengeti Cross-Border Safari

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4 days

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Overview

Experience two of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations in one compact cross-border adventure. This 4-day safari combines the legendary plains of the Masai Mara with the endless savannahs of the Serengeti.

Track the Big Five, witness dramatic predator action, and — if timing aligns — experience the Great Migration across the Kenya–Tanzania ecosystem. Designed for travelers with limited time, this itinerary maximizes game viewing while covering both reserves efficiently.

Note: This is a fast-paced itinerary due to border crossing and distance. Ideal for guests on tight schedules or during peak migration periods.


Safari Highlights

  • Scenic drive via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint

  • Extensive game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve

  • Cross-border safari into Serengeti National Park

  • Opportunity to witness the Great Migration (seasonal)

  • Big Five sightings: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino & buffalo

  • Optional Maasai cultural visit or hot-air balloon safari

    Departure: Nairobi
    End Point: Arusha / Kilimanjaro / Nairobi (Customizable)
    Meal Plan: Full Board
    Accommodation: Mid-Range Camp or Lodge (Luxury Upgrade Available)

    Safari Rate Breakdown (Per Person Sharing)

    1️⃣ Mid-Range Option (Low Season Estimate)

    Package Type Price Range (USD) Notes
    4-Day Masai Mara Only $865 – $1,140 Low season (Mar–Jun), sharing room
    Serengeti Extension Add-On +$150 – $350 Budget camping option
    Estimated Total (Mara + Serengeti) $1,050 – $1,500 Varies by group size & season

    2️⃣ Luxury Safari Option

    Luxury Level Estimated Price (USD) Notes
    4-Day Luxury Cross-Border $1,900 – $2,700 Premium lodges & tented camps
    Luxury Daily Rate Guide $600+ per day Kenya luxury safari average

    Example Long Luxury Safari Calculation

    Duration Daily Rate Total (USD) Approx. Total (KES)*
    12 Days $600 $7,200 KES 928,800

Included/Exclude

✔ Pick up in Nairobi (hotel or airport)
✔ 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser (Kenya & Tanzania sides)
✔ Professional English-speaking driver/guide(s)
✔ 3 Nights accommodation in mid-range safari camp/lodge
✔ Full Board meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
✔ All park entry fees (Masai Mara & Serengeti)
✔ Cross-border ground transfer assistance via Isebania
✔ Bottled drinking water during safari
✔ Government taxes and levies

✖ Kenya & Tanzania visa fees
✖ Optional activities:

  • Hot Air Balloon Safari (Masai Mara)

  • Maasai village visit

  • Cultural excursions in Tanzania

✖ Tips & gratuities
✖ Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks
✖ International or domestic flights (unless added)
✖ Travel insurance
✖ Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
✖ Any item not specifically mentioned as included

 

Tour Plan

  • Pick up at Nairobi (hotel or airport) around 8:00 AM.
  • Scenic drive via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint to Masai Mara.
  • Lunch on arrival; afternoon game drive from ~3:30 PM to early evening.
  • Overnight at a mid-range camp or lodge within or near the reserve.
  • Morning drive around 6:15 AM, followed by brunch or picnic lunch in the park.
  • Afternoon drive focused on spotting wildebeest, lions, cheetahs and other big game.
  • Optional Maasai village visit or hot-air balloon ride at extra cost.
  • Overnight at same lodge/camp.
  • Early morning game drive in Mara.
  • Depart mid-morning via Isebania border. Short immigration transfer to Tanzanian side.
  • Continue into Serengeti National Park; afternoon game viewing.

Overnight in  camp or lodge

  • Full-day game drive across Serengeti plains (potential for migration spectacular if timing is right).
  • Late afternoon transfer to border or onwards (e.g., to Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport) or return to Nairobi by air/road.
  • Trip ends with your onward transportNote: Most classic combined tours run 5–7 days—condensing into 4 days means more driving and less downtime. It suits travelers with tight schedules or strong migration windows.

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