Duration
8-Day
Serengeti National Park, Botswana
Your journey begins in Nairobi, where you'll spend two days in the Masai Mara, followed by a trip to the rhino-rich Lake Nakuru. After a quick return to Nairobi for an overnight stay, you'll board a shuttle to Arusha, crossing the Namanga Border. The second phase of your adventure takes you deep into the Serengeti and onto the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, utilizing central campsites to maximize your time with the resident lions, leopards, and elephants.
Plan snapshot
Duration
8-Day
Route
Nairobi to Arusha (City)
Via Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (City)
Country & park
Botswana / Serengeti National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
2 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Masai Mara Manyatta Camp - Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget tour includes camping and tented camps.
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 8 people per vehicle.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Day 1-2
Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
Mid-range hotel just outside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Budget hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 5
Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6
Budget camping inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Budget camping on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
The safari starts in the morning with an airport or hotel pickup. You will proceed to the Masai Mara, with two stopovers at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint and Narok. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive that continues until late afternoon. This will give you the opportunity to spot a variety of animal species that are most active during this time of day. An introductory game drive is especially important, as it allows you to experience the wilderness and enjoy a spectacular sunset. Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
After an early breakfast, head to the park for a full day of game viewing with your packed lunch box. This is the best time to encounter the beautiful sunrise and several species of wildlife within the game reserve. It’s a day full of vibrant game drives from different corners of the reserve. You will have a picnic lunch in the reserve and later continue the search for wild animals, spotting several species and interacting with the beautiful nature. Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
This day is scheduled for an optional visit to a Maasai village, featuring local cultural activities such as songs, dances, jumping, stories and traditional practices. Later, you will depart and drive back to Lake Nakuru National Park with an en-route hot lunch. You will have game drives in Nakuru, which is famous for both black and white rhinos, flamingoes and various species of wild animals and birds. Later, you will be dropped off at your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range hotel located just outside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
After breakfast, you will proceed for an optional boat ride to Crescent Island, where you can walk among less harmful animals like giraffes, waterbuck, antelopes, buffalo and zebras, among others. Check out and drive back to Nairobi, with an en-route hot lunch. You will arrive in the afternoon and be dropped off at your hotel. Budget hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Have an early breakfast, then board the shuttle bus and start your journey to Arusha, Tanzania, via the Namanga Border. You go through customs, then transfer to the Arusha hotel, which is booked for you on a bed-and-breakfast basis. Dinner is at your own expense upon arrival in Arusha. You will meet our Tanzania representative, who will provide you with further information about the Tanzania portion of your tour. Mid-range hotel in Arusha (City, Tanzania) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
After an early breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart for Serengeti National Park. The park is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife, including big cats, elephants, wildebeest, buffalo, and numerous bird species, as well as many other animals that call the Serengeti their home. Along the way, you will also enjoy the region's breathtaking landscapes. An en-route lunch will be served before continuing to the Serengeti. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy a game drive en route to your campsite in the Central Serengeti. Upon arrival, check in at the campsite, then have dinner and stay overnight. inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
After breakfast, depart for a half-day game drive in Serengeti National Park, offering another exceptional wildlife experience. This is an excellent opportunity to observe the park's abundant wildlife and, if fortunate, witness a predator in action as the big cats hunt across the vast savannah grasslands. Following the game drive, depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying spectacular scenery along the way. An en-route lunch will be served before you continue your journey. Upon arrival in the afternoon, check in at your campsite for dinner and overnight. on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
After a delicious breakfast, depart for a half-day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world's natural wonders and a haven for wildlife. The crater is home to an incredible variety of animals, including lions, hyenas, elephants, rhinos, gazelles, and wildebeest, among many others. The breathtaking views from the crater rim create unforgettable memories and provide outstanding photographic opportunities. Enjoy lunch at the crater rim before descending into the crater for further game viewing. Later, exit through the main gate and continue your journey to Arusha, arriving in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Offered by
At Wideview Safaris, we believe that the beauty of East Africa shouldn’t just be seen; it should be felt. Born from a deep-rooted passion for the plains of Kenya and Tanzania, our company was founded to provide more than just a tour—we provide a window into the raw, untamed heart of the wild. Our name reflects our philosophy: to give you a wide view of everything this land has to offer, from the legendary “Big Five” to the hidden, quiet wonders of the Rift Valley. With a team of experts!
Office In
Kenya
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2025)
Tour Types
Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 16 receive a discount and children under 3 are free.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Masai Mara Manyatta Camp - Budget tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR (Kenya) without fences. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Wideview Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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