8 Days Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Experience the ultimate East African adventure on this 8 Days Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari. This remarkable cross-border safari combines Kenya’s and Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, offering breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife encounters, and unforgettable safari experiences.
Safari Overview
Experience the ultimate East African adventure on this 8 Days Lake Nakuru, Amboseli, Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari. This remarkable cross-border safari combines Kenya’s and Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destinations, offering breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife encounters, and unforgettable safari experiences.
From the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park and the elephant paradise of Amboseli National Park to the tree-climbing lions of Lake Manyara National Park, the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, and the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, this safari showcases the very best that East Africa has to offer. Expect exceptional game viewing, stunning scenery, and excellent opportunities to spot the legendary Big Five.
Safari Highlights
- Visit the famous Lake Nakuru National Park, home to black and white rhinos.
- Explore Amboseli National Park, renowned for its large elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Discover Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions and abundant birdlife.
- Enjoy extensive game drives in the world-renowned Serengeti National Park.
- Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five.
- Chance to witness the Great Migration (seasonal).
- Experience diverse landscapes, cultures, and ecosystems across Kenya and Tanzania.
- Travel with professional safari guides in customized 4×4 safari vehicles.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, depart the Serengeti and continue to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Enjoy wildlife viewing en route before arriving at the crater rim. Spend the afternoon relaxing and enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Camp at Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Day 2: Lake Nakuru – Amboseli National Park
After breakfast, depart for Amboseli National Park, located at the foot of Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive in time for lunch before embarking on an afternoon game drive. Amboseli is famous for its large elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and spectacular views of snow-capped Kilimanjaro.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Amboseli
Day 3: Full-Day Amboseli National Park
Enjoy a full day exploring Amboseli National Park.
Morning and afternoon game drives offer excellent opportunities to photograph elephants against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. The park is also home to buffaloes, wildebeests, hyenas, jackals, and over 400 bird species.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Amboseli
Day 4: Amboseli – Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, depart for the Namanga Border and complete immigration formalities before entering Tanzania.
Continue to Lake Manyara National Park, arriving in the afternoon for a game drive. Explore the park’s diverse habitats, including groundwater forests, acacia woodlands, and the lakeshore, while searching for elephants, baboons, hippos, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp near Lake Manyara
Day 5: Lake Manyara – Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive through the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area en route to Serengeti National Park.
Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way before arriving in the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive. Explore the endless plains in search of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 6: Full-Day Serengeti National Park
Enjoy another exciting day of game viewing in different regions of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Track big cats, observe elephant herds, and discover the diverse habitats that make the Serengeti one of Africa’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries. The additional day allows for deeper exploration and maximizes wildlife viewing opportunities.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Tented Camp in Serengeti
Day 7: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, depart the Serengeti and continue towards the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
En route, enjoy wildlife sightings and scenic landscapes before arriving at the crater rim. Spend the afternoon relaxing and enjoying breathtaking views over the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Overnight:
- Lodge or Camp at Ngorongoro Crater Rim
Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend approximately 600 meters into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
The crater floor hosts an extraordinary concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, hyenas, and the endangered black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch before ascending the crater and driving to Arusha, where your unforgettable safari concludes.
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic Lunch
- Airport transfers where applicable
- Transportation in customized 4×4 safari vehicles
- Professional English-speaking safari guides
- Lake Nakuru National Park entry fees
- Amboseli National Park entry fees
- Lake Manyara National Park entry fees
- Serengeti National Park entry fees
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area fees
- Ngorongoro Crater service fees
- Accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- All scheduled game drives
- Cross-border transfer assistance
- Government taxes and park levies
- International and domestic flights
- Kenya and Tanzania visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Optional cultural visits
- Tips and gratuities
- Laundry services
- Items of personal nature
- Any services not specifically mentioned
Why Choose Simian Safaris?
- Professional and experienced safari guides
- Customized and private safari options
- Comfortable and well-maintained safari vehicles
- Competitive rates with excellent service
- Reliable airport and hotel transfers
- Memorable wildlife experiences tailored to your interests