8 Days Kenya and Tanzania Budget Camping Safaris

Highlights

Embark on an exciting cross-border adventure with Ravina Tours and Travel, exploring the heart of East Africa on this Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals. In just eight unforgettable days, youโ€™ll journey from Kenyaโ€™s world-famous Maasai Mara and vibrant Nairobi to Tanzaniaโ€™s legendary Serengeti and breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. This affordable yet enriching experience blends adventure, wildlife, and culture while offering comfortable budget accommodations. Enjoy guided game drives in two of Africaโ€™s greatest ecosystems, witness the Great Migration, and interact with the Maasai and Tanzanian locals. Whether youโ€™re watching elephants march across the plains or spotting rhinos in ancient craters, every day brings new wonders. Designed for travelers seeking authentic wilderness experiences without sacrificing comfort, these Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals promise close-up encounters with nature, professional guides, and memories to last a lifetime.

Details Itinerary

Begin your Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals with an early-morning departure from Nairobi. Meet your driver-guide and enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, stopping briefly at a viewpoint for panoramic photos. Pass through rolling farmlands and arrive in Narok town for lunch before continuing to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve. On arrival, check into your comfortable budget camp and set off for your first evening game drive. The Maasai Mara is home to Africaโ€™s Big Five โ€” lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino โ€” along with thousands of antelopes and zebras. Between July and October, the plains come alive with the spectacular Great Migration, when millions of wildebeest cross from Tanzania into Kenya. As the sun sets, return to camp for dinner and relaxation under the starry African sky, marking a perfect start to your adventure.
Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp

Wake up early to the sounds of nature and head out with picnic lunch boxes for a full-day exploration of the Maasai Mara. This is one of the most thrilling days on your Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals, offering endless wildlife sightings. Your professional guide will take you deep into the reserve in search of predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs, as well as large herds of elephants, giraffes, and wildebeest. During the Great Migration season, the Mara River crossing is an unforgettable spectacle โ€” crocodiles waiting as wildebeest plunge into the water. Stop at a scenic spot for a picnic lunch surrounded by breathtaking views of the savannah. In the afternoon, continue exploring different corners of the park, spotting rare bird species and unique landscapes. Return to camp at sunset, where a warm dinner and quiet evening await, letting you relive your dayโ€™s incredible sightings.
Accommodation: Miti Mingi Eco Camp

After breakfast, enjoy an optional cultural visit to a nearby Maasai village to experience traditional dances, customs, and way of life. Interacting with the Maasai adds cultural depth to your Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals. Later, depart the Mara and enjoy a scenic drive back to Nairobi, with a lunch stop along the way. Take in the picturesque countryside views as you ascend from the valley floor to the capital city. Upon arrival, youโ€™ll be dropped off at your budget hotel for check-in and relaxation. Spend the evening at leisure โ€” you may explore Nairobiโ€™s vibrant nightlife, local restaurants, or souvenir markets. Accommodation in Nairobi is on a bed-and-breakfast basis, allowing flexibility for your dinner plans. This night provides a comfortable pause before the Tanzanian leg of your safari begins.
Accommodation: Kahama Hotel

After an early breakfast, check out and board your shuttle bus for the journey to Arusha, crossing the Namanga border between Kenya and Tanzania. This drive offers changing landscapes โ€” from highlands to open plains โ€” showcasing the beauty of both countries. After completing immigration formalities, continue to Arusha, arriving around mid-afternoon. Youโ€™ll check in at your hotel, where you can unwind and prepare for your Tanzanian safari days ahead. Dinner will be at your own expense, giving you the chance to explore local Swahili cuisine or enjoy a relaxing evening at the hotel. Arusha, known as Tanzaniaโ€™s safari hub, offers magnificent views of Mount Meru and serves as the gateway to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Rest well โ€” tomorrow your next adventure begins.
Accommodation: Charity Hotel

Your Tanzanian safari begins early today. After breakfast, depart for the Serengeti, the crown jewel of Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals. The drive takes about five hours, with a stop for lunch along the way. Enter the Serengeti through Naabi Hill Gate, where youโ€™ll immediately begin your game drive across endless golden plains dotted with acacia trees. The Serengeti is world-famous for its predator population and massive herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles. Witness thrilling moments as lions rest on rocky kopjes and cheetahs chase their prey. In the evening, arrive at your campsite, where your dinner will be prepared by your safari chef. Enjoy the magic of camping under the African stars as you fall asleep to the sounds of the wilderness.
Accommodation: Safari Camp

After breakfast, enjoy one final game drive in the Serengeti before departing for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Carry picnic lunches and travel through scenic grasslands where Maasai herders graze their cattle. Upon reaching the craterโ€™s rim, descend into this breathtaking caldera โ€” one of Africaโ€™s most unique wildlife habitats. Ngorongoro is home to nearly every species found in East Africa, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, flamingos, and the rare black rhino. The crater floor is a haven for wildlife photographers, offering incredible opportunities to observe nature at close range. Enjoy your lunch near a hippo pool, then continue exploring before heading to your campsite for dinner and overnight. Surrounded by cool highland air and the calls of nocturnal animals, this is one of the most memorable nights of your safari.
Accommodation: Simba Campsite

Begin your day with an early-morning game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, where the first light of dawn reveals grazing zebras and hunting lions. This final wildlife encounter on your Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals gives you one more chance to capture amazing photographs and witness Africaโ€™s raw beauty. After a few hours of exploration, ascend the crater rim and begin your drive back to Arusha, with a picnic lunch on the way. Arrive by mid-afternoon and check in to your hotel for a relaxing evening. Enjoy your free time exploring Arusha town, visiting curio shops, or simply unwinding after days of exciting adventures across Kenya and Tanzania.
Accommodation: Charity Hotel

After breakfast, board the shuttle bus back to Nairobi via the Namanga border. Enjoy scenic views and reflect on your journey as you cross the border back into Kenya. Upon arrival in Nairobi in the afternoon, you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward flight. Your Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari Tours and Holiday Deals come to an end, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Africaโ€™s wildlife, people, and landscapes. From the Maasai Maraโ€™s sweeping plains to the Serengetiโ€™s endless horizons and Ngorongoroโ€™s lush crater, this has been an adventure of a lifetime โ€” expertly guided and organized by Ravina Tours and Travel.

Inclusions :

  • Transport in a safari van with a pop-up roof in Kenya
  • 4ร—4 Land Cruiser transportation in Tanzania
  • Airport/hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodation as per itinerary (budget camping and lodges)
  • All meals while on safari (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Services of a professional driver-guide
  • Two nightsโ€™ accommodation in Arusha
  • All national park entry fees and game drives
  • Bottled drinking water throughout safari

Exclusions:

  • Personal travel insurance
  • Alcoholic & soft drinks
  • Tips for guides and lodge staff
  • Accommodation in Nairobi (optional, at extra cost)
  • Maasai village visit โ€“ USD 20 per person
  • Olduvai Gorge visit โ€“ USD 20 per person
  • Balloon safari in Maasai Mara โ€“ USD 450 per person
  • Visa fees for Kenya and Tanzania
  • Yellow-fever vaccination certificate

Prices

Travel Dates1โ€“8 Guests
2025-07-01 โ†’ 2025-12-31US $1,320 / Pp

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