12 Days Safari Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara & Amboseli

Overview

This 12-day safari covering Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, and Amboseli offers one of the most comprehensive East African wildlife experiences. The journey begins in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley with Lake Nakuru’s rhino sanctuary and Lake Naivasha’s scenic boat rides, before continuing to the world-famous Masai Mara for exceptional Big Five game viewing. The adventure then crosses into Tanzania to explore the endless plains of Serengeti and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, both renowned for dense wildlife populations and dramatic landscapes. The safari concludes in Lake Manyara and Amboseli National Park, where diverse ecosystems, tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and iconic views of Mount Kilimanjaro create a perfect ending. With Banok Safaris Limited, this itinerary combines cross-border adventure, luxury comfort, and unforgettable wildlife encounters across East Africa’s most iconic destinations.

Itinerary

You will be picked up at 07:30 hrs by your professional driver-guide and immediately depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, driving through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a brief stop at a viewpoint. You will arrive mid-morning, check in at your lodge, and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, you will proceed for a game drive at 15:30 hrs until sunset, exploring the park’s rich wildlife and scenic lake views. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge or camp.

Accommodation: The Cliff, Sarova Lion Hill, Nakuru Sopa Lodge, Lake Nakuru Lodge

Meals: Lunch, and dinner

After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru with a short game drive en route as you head to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Naivasha followed by a guided visit to Crescent Island for a walking safari (included in the package). Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Sawela Lodge or Enashipai Resort and Spa

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing for Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by relaxation. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive from 15:30 hrs to 18:30 hrs in search of the Big Five, with possible sightings of active predators such as leopards. Return for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp, Ashnil Mara Camp or Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara on extended game drives. The reserve is renowned for its large populations of lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and abundant plains game. A picnic lunch will be served at the Mara River, the natural border between Kenya and Tanzania and a key site for the annual wildebeest migration. Continue with afternoon game drives across different sections of the park. Optional activities include a hot air balloon safari and a visit to a Maasai village (at an additional cost). Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp, Ashnil Mara Camp or Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

After an early breakfast, depart Masai Mara with a game drive en route to the Tanzania border. Upon arrival, you will be met by your Tanzanian guide and continue into Serengeti National Park in a 4x4 Land Cruiser. You will carry packed lunch from your lodge as you are expected to arrive in the park after midday. Enjoy a game drive as you enter Serengeti before proceeding to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Serengeti Seronera Lodge, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Serengeti Heritage Camp, Serengeti Kati Kati Camp or Serengeti Acacia Luxury Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Enjoy a full day of game viewing in the vast Serengeti ecosystem. You may choose between morning and afternoon game drives or a full-day safari with picnic lunch. The Serengeti is world-famous for the annual wildebeest migration and is also home to lions, cheetahs, leopards, zebras, giraffes, and many other species. Wildlife tracking systems are used to monitor predator movements, offering excellent chances of sightings. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Accommodation: Serengeti Seronera Lodge, Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Serengeti Heritage Camp, Serengeti Kati Kati Camp or Serengeti Acacia Luxury Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in Serengeti while exiting the park. Carry packed lunch and proceed to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving late afternoon. Check in at your lodge and enjoy a relaxed evening with stunning views of the crater rim. Dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Acacia Luxury Camp, Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater with packed picnic lunch for a full-day game drive on the crater floor, home to an incredible concentration of wildlife including the Big Five. Enjoy lunch at a designated picnic site within the crater before continuing with game viewing in the afternoon. Later, ascend to your lodge on the crater rim for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, Ngorongoro Acacia Luxury Camp, Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park with a game drive en route. Arrive before lunch, check in at your lodge, and relax before an afternoon game drive until 18:00 hrs. The park is known for its lush groundwater forest, tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and rich birdlife. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge, or Lake Manyara Serena Safari LodgeMeals: Lunch and dinner

After breakfast, depart with picnic lunch boxes and proceed to the Namanga border. After completing immigration formalities, you will meet your Kenyan driver-guide and continue to Amboseli National Park. Enjoy a game drive en route, with chances to see elephants, lions, cheetahs, and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp, Amboseli Serena, Amboseli Sopa, or Ol Tukai Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

Enjoy a full day in Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. After breakfast, explore the park’s swampy areas and open plains, then return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, proceed for another game drive from 15:30 hrs to 18:30 hrs. Dinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.

Accommodation: Kibo Safari Camp, Amboseli Serena, Amboseli Sopa, or Ol Tukai Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner

After breakfast, depart Amboseli with a final en-route game drive as you exit the park. Proceed to Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or at the airport in time for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Includes / Excludes

  • Transport and Game Drives in a 4x4 Safari Landcruiser
  • Park entrance fees
  • Services of professional English-speaking driver tour guide
  • Accommodations in a comfortable lodges/tented camps
  • Pick up and drop off
  • Enough Drinking water
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Bottled Soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Visas
  • Flight Fares
  • Optional activities
  • Personal spending
  • $6200
12 Days 11 Nights

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