9-Day Kenya and Tanzania Private Safari Tour from Nairobi In 2026-2027

Welcome to East Africa for the wildlife safari tour arranged by Africa Tour Radar your local tour operator from January to December in 2026-2027 with peak travel season from June to October and January to March. From the moment you arrive, our team will be ready to make your safari amazing, comfortable and well organised. You will receive a warm welcome, clear guidance and personal support throughout the journey as you explore Kenya and Tanzania with a local team that knows well each region to be visited.

9-Day Kenya and Tanzania Private Safari Tour Overview

Your 9-day Kenya and Tanzania private safari will begin in Nairobi before continuing to the Masai Mara National Reserve where you will spend three days exploring the reserve and enjoying full-day game drives. The journey will then cross into Tanzania and continue to the Serengeti for two full days of wildlife viewing. With time in both the Masai Mara and Serengeti you will have good opportunities to see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other wildlife in their natural surroundings.
From the Serengeti the safari will continue to the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of exploring wildlife before moving to Tarangire National Park. The final day will take you from Tarangire to Arusha, marking the end of the safari. Africa Tour Radar your local tour operator will coordinate the route, private transport, accommodation, game drives, park arrangements and support throughout the journey keeping the experience organised from Nairobi to Arusha.

9-Day Kenya and Tanzania Private Safari Tour Details

Duration	9 days
Starting	Nairobi
Ending	Arusha
Tour Style	Private Safari Tour
Accommodation	Hotel, Camps, Lodge
Transport	4X4 Land Cruiser
Best Time	Year-round, with peak travel season from June to October and January to March

National Parks & Destinations

Masai Mara National Reserve

Your time in the Masai Mara will focus on long game drives in which you will have opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, zebras and large herds of wildebeest. The reserve is also home to many other animals and bird species each game drive will bring something different. With two full days to explore you will have more time to do wildlife activity, stop for photographs and enjoy the natural environment.

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti will give you two full days to explore its wildlife areas by a private game drive. You will have chances to look for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, Big cats, wildebeest and hyenas, your guide will help you to understand animal behaviour and the environment around you. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, you will also see large herds gathered in the area making Serengeti an important part of your safari experience.

Ngorongoro Crater

A visit to the Ngorongoro Crater will take you into a natural wildlife area where animals are found close to one another. During your crater game drive, you will have opportunities to see different kinds of animals including the Big five, you will encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, flamingos and other wildlife while traveling across the crater floor. You will attain more knowledge with your guide sharing information about the animals and the crater’s unique environment.

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire National Park is known for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Game drives will give you opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, lions and various bird species. Tarangire river water attract wildlife during the dry season giving you a good chance to watch animals gathering, feeding and moving through their natural surroundings before the safari continues to Arusha.

Itinerary (Day by Day)

Day 1

Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

Travel from Nairobi to the Masai Mara National Reserve and begin your Kenyan safari with an afternoon game drive.

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Your safari will start with a morning travel from Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve. Along the way you will pass through changing environment and rural areas before reaching the reserve. After arrival you will have lunch then an afternoon game drive will start. Your first drive will introduce you to the wildlife opportunities to discover elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions and other animals. You will return to your lodge or camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Day 2

Full-Day in Masai Mara

Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara with game drives focused on wildlife exploration.

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After breakfast you will join in a full-day game drive across the Masai Mara. Your guide will locate areas where wildlife is active giving you opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest. The Masai Mara is also home to many bird species and smaller animals making your journey fantastic. During the afternoon you will return to your accommodation to relax, have dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3

Full-Day in Masai Mara

Enjoy another full day of game drives in the Masai Mara, allowing more time to search for wildlife and explore different parts of the reserve.

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Your second full day in the Masai Mara will give you another opportunity to explore the reserve. After breakfast, your guide will continue searching for wildlife across the grasslands and river areas. Depending on the season and animal movements, you will encounter large groups of wildebeest, zebras, big cats, elephants moving across the plains and other wildlife. You will return to your accommodation later in the day for dinner and an overnight.

Day 4

Masai Mara to Serengeti

Leave the Masai Mara and travel into Tanzania through Isebania border and continuing to Serengeti National Park.

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In the morning you will leave the Masai Mara and begin the journey to Tanzania. The day will involve travel through the Isebania border area before continuing to Serengeti National Park. Once you reach the Serengeti you will have opportunity for an afternoon game drive. During the evening you will continue to your accommodation. Dinner and overnight will be at your lodge or camp around the park.

Day 5

Full-Day in Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with game drives to witness the wildlife.

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After breakfast you will join a full day of wildlife viewing in Serengeti. Your guide will take you through different areas of the park in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas and other animals. During the afternoon you will stop for lunch before continuing with the afternoon game drive. During the evening you will return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Day 6

Full-Day in Serengeti

Continue exploring the Serengeti with another full day of game drives and opportunities to see wildlife in different areas.

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Your second full day in the Serengeti will provide more time to explore beyond the areas visited on the previous day. After breakfast, your guide will accompany you to follow wildlife activity and explore the park area. Depending on the time of year, you will see large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving through the park, along with predators such as lions, cheetahs and hyenas. After a lunch continue with the afternoon game drive until it is time to return to camp or lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 7

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Leave Serengeti and travel to Ngorongoro Crater with wildlife viewing along the way.

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You will leave Serengeti and begin the journey to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon reaching the Ngorongoro area you will encounter the Big five including elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos and buffaloes, also you will meet other animals apart from the Big five before continuing to your accommodation near the crater. The evening will provide a chance to rest before the following another crater exploration on the next day.

Day 8

Ngorongoro Crater to Tarangire

Explore the Ngorongoro Crater on a game drive before continuing to Tarangire National Park.

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After an early breakfast, you will travel into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive across the crater floor. The environment provides opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, flamingos and other wildlife. Your guide will help you find active wildlife while explaining the different habitats within the crater. After the crater visit, you will continue to Tarangire National Park. The evening will be spent at your accommodation with dinner and overnight in the Tarangire area.

Day 9

Tarangire to Arusha

Enjoy a final game drive in Tarangire before traveling to Arusha where your safari will come to an end.

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Your final safari day will begin with a game drive in Tarangire National Park. The park is known for its elephants, large baobab trees, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and numerous bird species giving you one more opportunity to enjoy wildlife before leaving the park. After the game drive you will begin the journey to Arusha. Arrival in Arusha will be the end of your 9-day Kenya and Tanzania private safari.

Packages & Pricing Options

Gold (Budget)

From USD 3,000 - 3,200

For travellers who need a comfortable safari, the Gold Package from Africa Tour Radar your local tour operator will provide reliable accommodation, comfortable private transport and a good standard of comfort throughout the journey under the affordable price ranging from 3000 to 3200 USD. Accommodation will focus on quality mid-range lodges and tented camps while private transport will keep your journey safe as you move between destinations.

All Includes

Ticket: Tour fees; Entry, Concession and Crater Fees
Flight: Flight Tickets (Optional)
Guiding: Licensed Guide (English)
Transport: Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle with Pop-Up Roof
Accommodation: Comfortable Tented Camps, Lodges and Hotels
Meals: 3 Meals Per Day (FB): Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water, Tea & Coffee Unlimited
Location: Arusha (Departure & Return)
Pick and Drop: At your Hotel
Tax: VAT 18%

All Excludes

Tip: No Fixed Amount (Recommendation)
Flights: International flight tickets are not included
Alcoholic: Wines, beers and spirits
Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance
Personal Expenses: Personal shopping
Visa: Tourism Visa
Camera: Drone Camera (Not Allowed at all)

Platinum Package

From USD 400 - 4,500

Travelers choosing the platinum Package will enjoy a higher level of comfort with Africa Tour Radar. Accommodation will feature selected quality lodges and tented camps offering more spacious rooms, better services and a higher standard of comfort all will be provided in a friendly price from 4000 to 4500 USD. Private transport will also provide a comfortable way to travel between safari destinations making the platinum option suitable for those looking for a comfortable safari tour in a friendly price.

All Includes

Ticket: Tour fees; Entry, Concession and Crater Fees
Flight: Flight Tickets (Optional)
Guiding: Licensed Guide (English)
Transport: Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle with Pop-Up Roof
Accommodation: Comfortable Tented Camps, Lodges and Hotels
Meals: 3 Meals Per Day (FB): Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water, Tea & Coffee Unlimited
Location: Arusha (Departure & Return)
Pick and Drop: At your Hotel
Tax: VAT 18%

All Excludes

Tip: No Fixed Amount (Recommendation)
Flights: International flight tickets are not included
Alcoholic: Wines, beers and spirits
Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance
Personal Expenses: Personal shopping
Visa: Tourism Visa
Camera: Drone Camera (Not Allowed at all)

Diamond (Luxury)

From USD 5,000 - 5,800

For those who prefer a luxury safari experience, the diamond Package from Africa Tour Radar will focus on luxury accommodation, comfortable private transport and the highest level of comfort across the journey in a reasonable price ranging from 5000 to 5800 USD. You will stay in selected luxury lodges and quality tented camps with accommodation chosen to provide added space, privacy and quality. The private transport will also offer a safer level of comfort as you travel between Kenya and Tanzania.

All Includes

Ticket: Tour fees; Entry, Concession and Crater Fees
Flight: Flight Tickets (Optional)
Guiding: Licensed Guide (English)
Transport: Private 4x4 Safari Vehicle with Pop-Up Roof
Accommodation: Comfortable Tented Camps, Lodges and Hotels
Meals: 3 Meals Per Day (FB): Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water, Tea & Coffee Unlimited
Location: Arusha (Departure & Return)
Pick and Drop: At your Hotel
Tax: VAT 18%

All Excludes

Tip: No Fixed Amount (Recommendation)
Flights: International flight tickets are not included
Alcoholic: Wines, beers and spirits
Travel Insurance: Personal travel and medical insurance
Personal Expenses: Personal shopping
Visa: Tourism Visa
Camera: Drone Camera (Not Allowed at all)