Tanzania Safaris

Trip Overview

Each year, more than two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles sweep across East Africa in one of the planet’s most awe-inspiring natural events — The Great Migration. This exclusive 8-day fly-in safari traces their path from Kenya’s Masai Mara to Tanzania’s Northern Serengeti, delivering you straight into the action with seamless flights, prime lodges, and experienced local guides.

Spend your first night at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages, an elegant nod to Nairobi’s colonial history. Then fly into the Masai Mara, where Paradise Plains Camp places you on the front row of the Mara River crossings. Your journey concludes at Nimali Mara — a luxury tented retreat in the Northern Serengeti, surrounded by golden plains alive with predators and the rhythm of migration.

This is more than a safari — it’s the heartbeat of Africa, captured in its purest form.

Trip Highlights

• Witness the Great Migration from Kenya to Tanzania — a true natural wonder.
• Front-Row Access to Mara River crossings from Paradise Plains Camp.
• Hot Air Balloon Safari over the Masai Mara with champagne breakfast (included).
• Stay in Luxury Camps
• Photographic Safaris guided by seasoned naturalists.
• Cross-Border Safari: Seamless transition between Kenya and Tanzania.
• Nighttime campfires, starlit dinners, and sunrise game drives in the world’s most dramatic settings.

Where You’ll Stay

Nairobi (1 Night): Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages — Old-world elegance and history in Karen, Nairobi’s most charming neighborhood. A perfect pre-safari retreat with lush gardens and gourmet dining.

Masai Mara (3 Nights): Paradise Plains Camp — Exclusive luxury camp along the Mara River — prime migration viewing, exceptional guiding, and boutique-style intimacy.

Northern Serengeti (3 Nights): Nimali Mara — Nestled among boulders overlooking the plains, Nimali Mara offers incredible views of the migration corridors and a refined, modern safari experience.

Inclusions:

• 7 nights’ accommodation as listed.
• All scheduled flights (Nairobi–Mara–Serengeti–Arusha/NBO).
• Shared camp and lodge activities (shared game drives, guided walks).
• Hot Air Balloon Safari over the Masai Mara.
• Park and conservancy fees.
• All meals on safari; breakfast in Nairobi.
• Airport meet & greet, cross-border logistics assistance.
• 24/7 Ongeri Expeditions operational support in Kenya & Tanzania.

Exclusions:

• International flights to/from Nairobi.
• Premium beverages, gratuities, and personal expenses.
• Optional photographic guide or private vehicle.
• Visas, insurance, and cross-border fees.

Day-by-Day Journey:

Day 1 — Nairobi (Arrival)

Arrive at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer to Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages. Relax with a drink in the garden, enjoy a quiet dinner, and soak in Nairobi’s historical charm.

Days 2–4 — Masai Mara (Paradise Plains Camp)

Fly to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife reserve. Your home — Paradise Plains Camp — sits along the Mara River, placing you in the heart of migration territory. Enjoy shared game drives, track the Big Five, and witness the adrenaline-charged river crossings that define the Great Migration. Take to the skies on a Hot Air Balloon Safari, ending with a champagne breakfast on the savannah. Evenings are spent by the fire, where the sounds of the Mara fill the air.

Days 5–7 — Northern Serengeti (Nimali Mara)

Cross the border into Tanzania’s Northern Serengeti for three unforgettable nights at Nimali Mara. The camp sits on a secluded ridge with panoramic views of the plains — perfect for spotting migrating herds, lions, and leopards. Morning and afternoon shared drives reveal the drama and diversity of the Serengeti. Return each evening for fine dining and sundowners over the horizon.

Day 8 — Departure

Fly to Kilimanjaro Airport for your onward flight.

Reflect on the moments that defined your journey; the roar of lions, the splash of wildebeest crossings, and the endless African skies.