6 Days Masai Mara Serengeti Budget Tour (2025/2026/2027)

What is the 6 Days Masai Mara Serengeti Budget Tour?
A value-packed cross-border safari linking Masai Mara (Kenya) and Serengeti (Tanzania) in six days. It includes guided game drives in top wildlife zones, budget tented-camp stays, park fees, and road transfers between Nairobi, Mara, Serengeti, and Arusha—timed for big-cat action and, in season, the Great Migration river crossings.

Plan an unforgettable 6 Days Masai Mara Serengeti Budget Tour that combines two legendary parks—Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and Serengeti National Park in Tanzania—without breaking the bank. This Masai Mara & Serengeti budget safari is designed for travellers seeking big-cat encounters, sweeping savannahs, and (seasonally) the Great Migration, all in a cost-friendly package. You’ll enjoy daily game drives in prime wildlife areas, stay in comfortable budget tented camps, and travel with pro driver-guides who track predators and herds. The itinerary links Nairobi, the Mara, and the Serengeti with a seamless cross-border safari transfer to Arusha, maximising time in the parks.

Expect close-up sightings of lion, cheetah, leopard, elephants, giraffes, and vast wildebeest and zebra herds between July and October (and amazing resident wildlife year-round). This affordable Kenya Tanzania budget safari includes park entry fees, transport in a shared or private 4×4, and full-board accommodations—ideal for solo travelers, couples, friends, or small groups. If you want an affordable Masai Mara safari and a budget Serengeti safari in one powerful trip, this 6-day itinerary delivers outstanding value, wildlife density, and unforgettable sunsets.

• IMasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Great Migration Safaris, Kenya Safaris, Tanzania Safaris.

• Serengeti National Park – TANAPA

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Why This Tour Wins

• Two bucket-list parks in one budget itinerary.

• High wildlife density + migration timing options.

• Hand-picked budget tented camps (great value, ensuite).

• Cross-border logistics handled—Nairobi → Mara → Serengeti → Arusha.

• Flexible: shared safari to keep costs low or upgrade to private.

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Quick Overview

Route: Nairobi → Masai Mara (2 nights) → Northern/Central Serengeti (3 nights) → Arusha
Best for: Value seekers, first-timers, friends, couples, small groups
Travel style: Budget tented camps, shared or private 4×4, daily game drives

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi → Masai Mara (Game Drive)
Morning pickup from your hotel/airport. Drive via the Great Rift Valley viewpoints to Masai Mara. Lunch at camp. Afternoon game drive for prides of lion, cheetah on the hunt, and elephant herds.
Overnight: Budget tented camp in Masai Mara
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Masai Mara – Full-Day Game Drives
Sunrise to sunset exploration of the Mara’s plains. In migration months (Jul–Oct), scout the Mara River for dramatic crossings; outside peak season, track big cats and resident herbivores. Optional Maasai village visit (small fee).
Overnight: Budget tented camp in Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Masai Mara → Serengeti (Cross-Border Transfer)
Early breakfast. Road transfer toward Isebania/Sirari border; clear immigration and continue into Serengeti National Park. Game drive en route to camp—often spotting giraffe, topi, and, near kopjes, elusive leopard.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Serengeti (north/central, season-dependent)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Serengeti – Big-Cat Country
Full-day game drives. Follow guides to predator territories; in Northern Serengeti (Jul–Oct), check Lamai/Kogatende corridors for migration herds; in other months, work central Serengeti’s Seronera valley for year-round cats.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Serengeti – Sunrise to Sunset
Dawn patrol for peak predator activity and golden light. Optional hot-air balloon (pre-book; surcharge) followed by bush breakfast. Afternoon game drive focusing on cheetah flats and hippo pools.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Serengeti → Arusha (or Fly-Out)
Leisurely game drive out of the park. Drive to Arusha for drop-off at your hotel/airport. Optional add-ons: Ngorongoro Crater day tour (extra day), Zanzibar beach extension, or flight out from Serengeti/Arusha (surcharge).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Tour Highlights

• Daily game drives in Masai Mara & Serengeti

• Seasonal Great Migration viewing (Jul–Oct best for crossings)

• Budget tented camps with ensuite & hot showers

• Professional driver-guides (tracking + photography support)

• Seamless Kenya–Tanzania border logistics

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What’s Included

• All park entry fees (Mara & Serengeti)

• 5 nights accommodation in budget tented camps (FB)

• Transport in shared 4×4 (upgrade to private on request)

• Professional English-speaking driver-guides

• Bottled water on game drives

• Nairobi pickup & Arusha drop-off, cross-border assistance

What’s Not Included

• Visas (Kenya & Tanzania), border visas if applicable

• Optional activities: balloon safari, Maasai village visit

• Drinks at lodges (unless stated), tips, personal items

• Flights (optional add-on Nairobi/Serengeti/Arusha legs)

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Indicative Price Comparison (Per Person, USD)

Pricing varies by season, group size, and camp selection. Use this as a sales anchor; replace with live rates when quoting.

Includes parks, 5 nights FB, cross-border road transfer. Balloon flights, single room supplement, and upgrades extra.

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Booking & Customization

• Upgrade any night to mid-range/luxury camps.

• Add 1 day for Ngorongoro Crater or Lake Nakuru.

• Fly-in options (Mara ↔ Serengeti/Arusha) to save drive time.

• Family rooms & triple tents available.

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Ready to lock in the best value?

Message us on WhatsApp at +254 728 567 308 or Request a Quote to secure limited budget-camp space for 2025/2026/2027.