Exceptional 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari

Amboseli National Park – A Majestic Start Beneath Mount Kilimanjaro

Begin your 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari with a flight to Amboseli National Park, where vast open plains unfold beneath the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro. This park, located at Kenya’s southern border, is globally revered for its free-roaming elephant herds, often seen silhouetted against Africa’s tallest mountain—a dream scene for photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. Upon your arrival, a morning game drive will set the tone, showcasing Amboseli’s sprawling savannahs, acacia groves, and wetlands nourished by underground springs from Kilimanjaro’s glaciers.

Amboseli is home to an extraordinary variety of animals, including giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, buffalo, and over 600 bird species. It offers a quintessential Tanzania safari experience even while in Kenya, especially due to its proximity to the Tanzanian border. Game drives in Amboseli provide intimate sightings of elephants within close range, which makes this destination ideal for eco-tourism and wildlife conservation education. As the sun sets, retreat to the luxurious Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge, a mid-upper range lodge that ensures your comfort and relaxation. This wildlife safari experience is just the beginning of an adventure that will lead you deep into East Africa’s untamed beauty.

• Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

A Full Day Exploring Amboseli – Close Encounters with Giants

Day two of your 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari is reserved for fully immersing yourself in the wonders of Amboseli. Early morning and late afternoon game drives are designed to maximize wildlife sightings while capturing the magic of golden light across the plains. The park’s network of swamps and seasonal lakes provides a haven for elephants, hippos, and waterbirds, making it an essential stop on any Tanzania Wildlife Safari that begins in Kenya.

The ecosystem shared across the Kenya-Tanzania border allows animals to migrate freely, meaning that your Tanzania safari holiday technically begins here. The experience is complemented by breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro, creating a powerful backdrop for every safari moment. Guests can also opt for cultural excursions to nearby Maasai villages, offering rich insights into traditional nomadic life. This is an important aspect of African safaris—immersing yourself in the cultural context of the land. In doing so, Deks Safaris & Tours delivers not only a wildlife tour but also a cultural journey that educates and enriches. After a day filled with wildlife encounters and cultural exchanges, you return once more to your comfortable lodge for an evening of stargazing and storytelling around the campfire.

• Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Transfer to Maasai Mara – Gateway to the Great Migration

On day three of the 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari, you journey from Amboseli to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, a sanctuary for over 95 species of mammals and 570 bird species. After a brief flight to Nairobi and a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, you’ll arrive in time for lunch at Ashnil Mara Camp, a mid-upper range tented camp ideally situated for wildlife sightings.

The Maasai Mara is the crown jewel of Kenya’s safari circuit and a prime setting for the Serengeti National Park Safari continuum, as it shares an unfenced border with Tanzania’s Serengeti. Afternoon game drives in the Mara offer a thrilling introduction to the landscape where Africa’s most iconic scenes unfold—lions lounging in the grass, cheetahs on the prowl, and wildebeest crowding the riverbanks. This is the start of your Great Migration experience, a highlight of any Tanzania safari holiday when timed right. With the guidance of Deks Safaris & Tours’ expert driver-guides, expect nothing short of magical.

• Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Full-Day Game Viewing in Maasai Mara – Heart of the Migration

The fourth day of the 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari plunges you into the heart of the action with a full-day game drive in the expansive Maasai Mara. This day is tailored to give you the best possible chances of witnessing dramatic wildlife behavior—perhaps a pride of lions stalking prey, or crocodiles awaiting wildebeest crossing the Mara River.

Packed picnic lunches ensure you spend maximum time in the wild, away from the lodge. Every corner of this reserve pulsates with life, making it an unmatched destination for nature photographers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Cultural experiences also abound; you may choose to visit a local Maasai homestead to witness traditional dances, learn about their cattle culture, and even participate in age-old warrior traditions. This cross-cultural exchange is vital to the holistic experience of a safari in Tanzania or Kenya. As the day draws to a close, return to the tranquility of your lodge, filled with stories to share and memories to treasure.

• Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Cross into Tanzania – Entering the Serengeti Wilderness

Day five marks your transition from Kenya to Tanzania, as you cross the Isebania border and enter the world-famous Serengeti National Park, the centerpiece of any Tanzania safari package. After clearing customs, enjoy a scenic drive into the Serengeti with game viewing en route. This is one of Africa’s oldest ecosystems—timeless, teeming, and thrilling.

The Serengeti is best known for hosting the planet’s most dramatic wildlife event—the Great Migration. As millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move in search of greener pastures, predators follow, ensuring the circle of life continues. Deks Safaris & Tours ensures that your Tanzania wildlife safari is strategically timed and expertly guided to witness these thrilling moments firsthand. You’ll arrive at Serengeti Tanzania Bush Camp in time for dinner and rest, surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness.

• Accommodation: Serengeti Tanzania Bush Camp
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti – Witness Nature’s Grandest Show

Prepare for an unforgettable sixth day on your 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari. After breakfast, head out for a full-day game drive across the endless plains of the Serengeti. Your expert guide will lead you through wildlife corridors teeming with action—from towering giraffes to elusive leopards.

Depending on the time of year, you may witness thousands of animals moving in sync across the plains during the migration season, a true spectacle of nature. Your safari will also be punctuated by a picnic lunch in the wild, offering a surreal dining experience. The Serengeti ecosystem showcases the diversity and drama of Tanzania safari holidays, from the stealth of stalking lions to the cacophony of birdlife in remote kopjes. This is where Deks Safaris & Tours’ commitment to quality, knowledge, and safety sets us apart as your trusted safari operator.

• Accommodation: Serengeti Tanzania Bush Camp
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Ngorongoro Crater – Ancient Caldera and Wildlife Paradise

On day seven, your journey continues to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and another essential feature of a Tanzania Wildlife Safari. En route, visit Olduvai Gorge, one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world, where you’ll learn about early human origins.

Descending into the Ngorongoro Crater is a surreal experience. Often referred to as Africa’s Eden, the crater hosts nearly every species of animal found in East Africa. Here, you’ll have rare chances to spot the endangered black rhino, interact with Maasai herders, and witness natural predatory scenes unfold before your eyes. Community and nature-guided walks around the rim also provide incredible insight into local traditions and ecosystems. As always, Deks Safaris & Tours ensures you experience this UNESCO site with expert interpretation and comfort at Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp.

• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Crater Game Drive & Departure – Farewell to the Wild

The final day of your 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari begins with breakfast and an exciting descent into the Ngorongoro Crater floor for your last game drive. This is your final opportunity to check off remaining members of the Big Five from your list in one of the most wildlife-dense regions in the world.

After a thrilling morning and picnic lunch in the crater, you will drive to Arusha for your outbound flight or hotel drop-off. For travelers looking to extend their adventure, Deks Safaris & Tours offers the perfect add-on: a Uganda Gorilla Trekking extension. Combining your Tanzania safari with Uganda Gorilla Trekking offers a once-in-a-lifetime dual experience that spans savannah and rainforest, making your African journey complete.

• Accommodation: End of Safari
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, & Drinking Water

End of 8 Days Kenya Tanzania Wildlife Safari