10-Day Kenya Tanzania Migration Budget Safari: Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Amboseli (2025-2027)
What is the 10 Days Kenya–Tanzania Migration Budget Tour?
A value-packed, cross-border safari linking Masai Mara (Kenya) and Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Amboseli (Tanzania & Kenya). Includes guided game drives, park fees, budget tented-camp stays, and road transfers Nairobi → Amboseli → Mara → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Arusha, timed for big cats, vast herds, and Kilimanjaro-backed elephant scenes.
Experience East Africa’s icons on a 10-day Kenya Tanzania Migration Budget Tour designed to maximise sightings and value. This Kenya–Tanzania budget safari links Amboseli, Masai Mara, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater in one seamless 10-day cross-border safari. You’ll chase the herds on a Great Migration budget tour in the Mara and Serengeti, descend to the crater floor for ultra-dense wildlife, and photograph Amboseli’s elephant families against Mount Kilimanjaro. Travel in a shared 4×4 (or upgrade to private) with professional driver-guides, stay in comfortable budget tented camps, and enjoy park fees included for simple, transparent pricing.
Starting in Nairobi, this route times key game drives for predator activity and, between July and October, potential river-crossing drama. It ends in Arusha with options to add Zanzibar or extra crater time. If you want a high-impact itinerary that blends big-cat country, volcanic landscapes, and classic elephant scenes—without overspending—this Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Amboseli tour for 2025/2026/2027 delivers outstanding wildlife density, varied scenery, and exceptional value.
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Why This Tour Wins
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Four headline parks in one budget itinerary
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Seasonal Great Migration viewing (best Jul–Oct)
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Crater floor game drive + Kilimanjaro backdrops in Amboseli
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Seamless cross-border logistics via Isebania/Sirari
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Shared 4×4 to keep costs low; easy upgrade to private
Quick Overview
Route: Nairobi → Amboseli (2) → Masai Mara (3) → Serengeti (3) → Ngorongoro (1) → Arusha
Style: Budget tented camps/lodges, shared or private 4×4, daily game drives
Best for: First-timers, friends, couples, families on a budget
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi → Amboseli — Elephants & Kilimanjaro Views
Drive to Amboseli; afternoon game drive with classic elephant herds and wide-angle landscapes.
Overnight: Budget lodge/camp, Amboseli | Meals: L, D
Day 2: Amboseli — Full-Day Game Drives
Sunrise on Kilimanjaro (weather permitting). Track elephants, giraffe, lions, and abundant birdlife.
Overnight: Budget lodge/camp, Amboseli | Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: Amboseli → Masai Mara — Welcome to Big-Cat Country
Fly/drive combo options; arrive Masai Mara for an afternoon game drive.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Mara | Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Masai Mara — Full-Day Safari
Work prime predator territories. Jul–Oct: watch Mara River for crossings. Optional Maasai village visit (small fee).
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Mara | Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Masai Mara — Golden Plains & Big Cats
Another full day maximising sightings and photography.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Mara | Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Masai Mara → Serengeti (via Isebania/Sirari)
Border formalities with assistance; switch to the Tanzania team and game-drive into Serengeti.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Serengeti (north/central season-dependent) | Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Serengeti — Predator Country
Full-day game drives. Northern Serengeti (Jul–Oct): Kogatende/Lamai corridors; other months: Seronera’s year-round cat hotspots.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Serengeti | Meals: B, L, D
Day 8: Serengeti — Dawn Patrol & Optional Balloon
Early game drive for peak predator activity; optional hot-air balloon (pre-book; surcharge) + bush breakfast.
Overnight: Budget tented camp, Serengeti | Meals: B, L, D
Day 9: Serengeti → Ngorongoro — Crater Rim Sunset
Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area; optional short rim walk (time permitting).
Overnight: Budget lodge on/near rim | Meals: B, L, D
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Tour → Arusha (End)
Early crater floor game drive—lions, hyenas, elephants; lucky views of black rhino. Afternoon drive to Arusha for hotel/airport drop-off.
Meals: B, L
Tour Highlights
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Amboseli: elephants with Mt. Kilimanjaro backdrops
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Masai Mara & Serengeti: big cats + migration routes
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Ngorongoro Crater: ultra-dense wildlife on the caldera floor
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Budget camps with ensuite & hot showers
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Pro guides in both Kenya & Tanzania
What’s Included
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Park/conservation fees (Amboseli, Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro)
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9 nights accommodation on full board (budget lodges/tented camps)
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Transport in shared 4×4 (upgrade to private available)
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Professional English-speaking driver-guides
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Bottled water during game drives
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Nairobi pickup, Isebania/Sirari border assistance & Arusha drop-off
Not Included
Visas (Kenya/Tanzania), optional balloon & Maasai village visit, drinks at lodges (unless stated), tips, personal items, flights, travel insurance, single-room supplement.
Indicative Price Comparison (Per Person, USD)
Replace with live rates when quoting. Prices vary by season, group size, camp selection, and flight inserts (if any).
| Season (Guide) | Shared Group (Join-in) | Private 4 Pax | Private 2 Pax |
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| Low (Apr–Jun) | from $2,790 | from $3,150 | from $3,690 |
| Shoulder (Nov–Dec 15, Mar) | from $2,950 | from $3,350 | from $3,950 |
| Peak (Jul–Oct, Dec 16–Jan 10) | from $3,290 | from $3,690 | from $4,390 |
Includes parks, 9 nights FB, cross-border road transfer. Balloon, flights, upgrades & single supplement extra.
Frequently Asked Questions – 10 Days Kenya Tanzania Migration Budget Tour
1. When is the best time to book this Kenya–Tanzania Migration Safari?
The best time is during the Great Migration season — July to October for river crossings in the Masai Mara and December to March for the calving season in the Serengeti.
2. What wildlife can I expect to see during this 10-day safari?
You can expect sightings of the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), wildebeest, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species.
3. Is this migration tour suitable for families with children?
Yes. Our budget migration tour is family-friendly, with comfortable accommodations and flexible game drives to suit children’s needs.
4. What is included in the safari package?
The tour includes accommodation, all park entry fees, daily game drives, English-speaking driver-guide, transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle, and meals as per itinerary.
5. Can I combine this tour with a Zanzibar beach holiday?
Absolutely! Many guests extend their trip to Zanzibar or Diani Beach for a relaxing beach getaway after the safari.
6. Do you offer group or private safari options?
Yes, you can join a group departure for cost savings or book a private safari for more flexibility and exclusivity.
Booking & Customization
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Upgrade select nights to mid-range/luxury
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Add Zanzibar beach time or extra Crater day
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Fly-in/out options to reduce drive time
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Family rooms & triples; halal/vegetarian on request
Ready to Witness the Great Migration on a Budget?
Secure your spot on our 10 Days Kenya Tanzania Migration Budget Tour and experience the Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Amboseli without breaking the bank. Spaces for 2025/2026/2027 are limited during peak migration months—book early to guarantee the best rates and camps.
Travel Dates: Flexible departures year-round
From $2,790 per person (low season)
Group or Private options available
Custom extensions to Zanzibar, Diani Beach, or Kilimanjaro hikes
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