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11 Days / 10 Nights
East Africa Duo — Kenya & Tanzania Migration — 11 Days
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The Great Migration on both sides of the border; the Masai Mara reserve and a private conservancy with walking and night drives; the Serengeti; the Ngorongoro Crater and black rhino; Olduvai Gorge; Tarangire's elephant and baobabs; optional…
11 Days / 10 Nights. Masai Mara National Reserve and a private conservancy, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire.
Why book this
Why this one is worth your time
You see the full price upfront, talk to a real person before paying, and reschedule free if your plans shift. The team running this trip lives in Victoria Falls.
Traveler note
This one is for travellers who want a real guide, real flexibility on the dates, and a real person to call if anything changes.
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Flexible cancellation options and custom trip adjustments are available with the team.
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Experience overview
What to expect
11 Days / 10 Nights. Masai Mara National Reserve and a private conservancy, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire.
Quick facts
Destination
The Great Migration on both sides of the border; the Masai Mara reserve and a private conservancy with walking and night drives; the Serengeti; the Ngorongoro Crater and black rhino; Olduvai Gorge; Tarangire's elephant and baobabs; optional…
Ideal for
Couples, groups, and custom itineraries
Support level
Local operator assistance
Route confidence
How this trip fits into a real itinerary
We check pickup timing, border movement, accommodation fit, activity order, and backup contact before confirming the final plan.
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Start point
The Great Migration on both sides of the border; the Masai Mara reserve and a private conservancy with walking and night drives; the Serengeti; the Ngorongoro Crater and black rhino; Olduvai Gorge; Tarangire's elephant and baobabs; optional…
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Route timing
Transfers, borders, and activity order checked locally
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Stay level
Budget, mid-range, lodge, camp, or premium pairing
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On-trip support
WhatsApp, phone, and local supplier coordination
Trip breakdown
What's included
Accommodation as per tier; meals as stated per leg; all guided activities listed; park, conservation and cross-border transfer fees; inter-country road and/or air sectors on the circuit; meet-and-greet at each border and airport; bottled water throughout.
Best season: Jul–Oct places the herds in the northern Serengeti and the Mara together — the single best window for this product. Jan–Mar works with a southern Serengeti calving build but the Mara then holds resident game only.
Pace and grading: Moderate. The Kenya–Tanzania border adds a flying day — build it in honestly rather than pretending it is seamless.
Ideal for: Migration-focused clients, photographers, first-time East Africa visitors who want the definitive version, couples.
Accommodation tiers: CLASSIC: budget-friendly park rest camps or basic tented camps. COMFORT: mid-range safari lodges and permanent tented camps, en-suite, pool. LUXURY: high-end concession camps, private plunge pools, private vehicle and guide.
International airfare; visas and the KAZA UniVisa fee where applicable; travel and medical insurance; gratuities; premium drinks; optional adrenaline and scenic-flight activities; meals not stated; personal purchases.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival Nairobi
Arrival Nairobi. Afternoon at the Sheldrick elephant orphanage and the Giraffe Centre. Overnight Nairobi.
1 day
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Day 2 — Fly to a Masai Mara airstrip
Fly to a Masai Mara airstrip. Afternoon game drive on the open plains.
1 day
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Day 3 — Full Mara day with a picnic lunch — the Mara River crossing
Full Mara day with a picnic lunch — the Mara River crossing points, lion prides, cheetah and leopard. Optional dawn balloon flight.
1 day
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Day 4 — Transfer to a private conservancy — off-road access, a
Transfer to a private conservancy — off-road access, a walking safari with a Maasai guide and a night drive, none of which the national reserve permits.
1 day
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Day 5 — Fly across the border to the Serengeti (via Nairobi and
Fly across the border to the Serengeti (via Nairobi and Kilimanjaro, or on a direct cross-border charter where operating). Afternoon game drive in the current migration sector.
1 day
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Day 6 — Full Serengeti day — following the herds with a guide in
Full Serengeti day — following the herds with a guide in radio contact with the mobile camp network, plus the resident lion, cheetah and hyena that shadow them.
1 day
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Day 7 — Second Serengeti day — the Seronera valley for leopard, or
Second Serengeti day — the Seronera valley for leopard, or a longer day at the crossing points in season. Optional dawn balloon flight.
1 day
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Day 8 — Morning game drive, then the drive east to the Ngorongoro
Morning game drive, then the drive east to the Ngorongoro rim with an Olduvai Gorge stop. Afternoon rim walk and a Maasai boma visit.
1 day
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Day 9 — Early crater descent for a full day on the caldera floor —
Early crater descent for a full day on the caldera floor — black rhino, big-maned lions, elephant bulls, hippo and flamingo. Ascend mid-afternoon to Karatu.
1 day
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Day 10 — Transfer to Tarangire National Park
Transfer to Tarangire National Park. Full-day game drive among the baobabs and elephant herds along the Tarangire River. Overnight near the park or in Arusha.
1 day
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Day 11 — Morning at leisure or an Arusha coffee estate visit, then
Morning at leisure or an Arusha coffee estate visit, then the transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.
1 day
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
February has maximum water flow: The falls are at their most powerful with incredible spray (the "smoke that thunders"). Views may be obscured by mist, but the experience is dramatic. Temperatures are warm (25-30°C) with occasional rain.
Yes, bridge tours are available including: Historical tours explaining construction, engineering tours, and bridge walks. Some include bungee jumping or bridge swinging. Tours typically cost $15-$30 and require booking in advance. Safety equipment is provided.
The bridge was built from both sides simultaneously, meeting perfectly in the middle. Construction took 14 months (1904-1905) using steel shipped from England. The arch was assembled on falsework and then dropped into place - a remarkable engineering feat for its time.
Victoria Falls Bridge was completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes' Cape to Cairo railway vision. It spans 198 meters across the Zambezi Gorge, 128 meters above the river. Designed by Sir Ralph Freeman, it's a steel arch bridge used for rail, road, and foot traffic.
Zimbabwe side weather: Similar to Zambia but slightly hotter in summer. January-March: 25-30°C with rain. April-June: 15-25°C, dry. July-September: 10-25°C, cool nights. October-December: 25-35°C, becoming rainy. The microclimate near the falls is always humid.
It depends: Zimbabwe has more viewpoints and better overall views. Zambia offers unique experiences like Devil's Pool and closer waterfall access. Most visitors recommend seeing both sides if possible. Zimbabwe is better for first-time visitors wanting comprehensive views.
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