Grand East Africa
Big Five Safari
10 Days · Kenya & Tanzania · Luxury
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10 Days Grand East Africa Big Five Safari
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The Grand East African Big Five Expedition
Track lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino across five of East Africa's most storied parks. From Amboseli's elephant herds beneath Kilimanjaro to the Maasai Mara's big cats, Tanzania's boundless Serengeti and the rhino-rich Ngorongoro Crater, this 10-day journey delivers the classic Big Five safari at an unhurried, immersive pace.
- The Complete Big FiveRealistic sightings of lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and both black & white rhino
- Amboseli & Kilimanjaro ViewsIconic elephant herds framed against Africa's tallest peak
- Maasai Mara Big CatsPrime cat-tracking territory with front-row river crossing potential
- Ngorongoro Crater DescentA full day inside the world's largest intact volcanic caldera, home to rare black rhino
- Five Parks, One Connected RouteExpert-guided overland and light-aircraft transfers between every destination
Five Legendary Parks
Your journey moves from Amboseli's elephant plains north to the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru, across the wildlife-rich Maasai Mara, south into Tanzania's boundless Serengeti, and finally down into the Ngorongoro Crater.
- Amboseli, KenyaElephant Herds & Kilimanjaro ViewsDays 1–2
- Lake Nakuru, KenyaRhino Sanctuary & Tree-Climbing LionsDay 3
- Maasai Mara, KenyaBig Cats & Migration TerritoryDays 4–5
- Serengeti, TanzaniaEndless Plains & Migration HerdsDays 6–7
- Ngorongoro CraterCaldera Descent & Black RhinoDays 8–10
Your 10-Day Journey
From Nairobi arrival to your final Ngorongoro descent — every day crafted for maximum Big Five encounters across five legendary parks.
Arrival & Kilimanjaro Elephants
Depart Nairobi by road for Amboseli National Park, famed for its enormous elephant herds set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Settle into your lodge and head out for an afternoon game drive as the light softens.
Full Day Amboseli Game Drives
A complete day exploring Amboseli's swamps and open plains, home to some of Africa's largest tuskers. Morning and afternoon drives offer superb photographic opportunities with Kilimanjaro's snow-capped peak as backdrop.
Rhino Sanctuary & Tree-Climbing Lions
Travel north to Lake Nakuru National Park, a fully-fenced rhino sanctuary protecting both black and white rhino. Look out for the park's famous tree-climbing lions and flocks of flamingos lining the alkaline shoreline.
Into the Maasai Mara
Descend through the Great Rift Valley to the world-renowned Maasai Mara. Settle into your riverfront camp before an afternoon game drive tracking the resident lion prides and leopards along the woodland fringes.
Full Day Big Cat Tracking
A complete day following the Mara's famous lion prides and cheetah coalitions across open grassland. Depending on season, witness herds gathering at the river crossing points. End with a sundowner overlooking the plains.
Cross Into Tanzania
Cross the border smoothly into Tanzania's iconic Serengeti ecosystem, game-viewing along the way. The landscapes open into vast plains teeming with resident lions and leopards. Settle into your canvas lodge at dusk.
Endless Grass Plain Safaris
Dawn and dusk drives map the central granite kopjes. Heavy-maned lions defend territories across vast acreage while elephant and buffalo herds move freely across the golden grasslands — the scale is humbling.
Journey to the Crater Highlands
Travel southeast towards the lush volcanic highlands of Ngorongoro. Settle into an elegant stone lodge perched right on the caldera rim, where rolling mist drifts in from the crater floor 600 metres below.
Volcanic Caldera Exploration
Descend 600 metres into the world's largest enclosed caldera. Track rare black rhinos, massive bull elephants, dense lion prides and golden flamingos inside this extraordinary self-contained ecosystem — completing your Big Five.
Final Crater Views & Farewell
A final unhurried morning taking in the crater rim views before transferring to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi, connecting onward to your international departure flight home.
Handpicked Luxury Stays
Premium en-suite tented camps and lodges positioned along the migration route.
Amboseli Kilimanjaro-View Lodge
Elegant lodge rooms and private verandas facing the snow-capped peak, set among the elephant herds of Amboseli's swamps.
Amboseli · Days 1–2
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Forested hillside lodge overlooking the alkaline lake, perfectly positioned for the park's rhino sanctuary and flamingo flocks.
Lake Nakuru · Day 3
Mara Riverfront Camp
Exquisite canvas luxury set on the Mara River with spectacular wildlife corridors and private decks overlooking the crossing points.
Maasai Mara · Days 4–5
Serengeti Plains Camp
Bespoke tented setup positioned to closely track wildlife routes across the central Serengeti plains.
Serengeti · Days 6–7
Ngorongoro Rim Lodge
Cosy stone-crafted chalets on the crater rim with panoramic views across the caldera — especially magical in the morning mist.
Ngorongoro · Days 8–10Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Cross-border transfer and Ngorongoro–Nairobi flight as specified in your quotation
- 9 nights' luxury lodges & tented camps
- Full board throughout the safari
- 4x4 game drive vehicle with pop-up roof, arranged per your tier and quotation
- Expert local safari guide throughout
- Applicable national park and conservation fees as specified in your quotation
- Ngorongoro Crater access subject to applicable authority charges and quotation
- Bush breakfasts and sundowners as arranged (premium options separately quoted)
- Bottled water and soft drinks on game drives
- All airport and airstrip transfers
- 24/7 safari concierge service
Excluded
- International flights to/from Nairobi
- Kenya and Tanzania tourist visas
- Comprehensive travel insurance (mandatory)
- Hot air balloon safari (optional add-on, separately quoted)
- Premium bar tabs and alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities for guides, camp staff and drivers
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Personal items and medications
- Anything not specified under Included
Have questions about what's included? Our specialists are happy to clarify.
Speak to a SpecialistChoose Your Experience Level
Select the accommodation tier that matches your style. All tiers include the same guiding and routing.
- Comfortable tented camps & lodges
- En-suite tents and lodge rooms
- Full board throughout
- All activities & transfers
- Expert safari guide
- Premium luxury camps & lodges
- Plunge pools & private decks
- Full-board dining as specified in your quotation
- Private vehicle (exclusive use, subject to tier confirmation and quotation)
- Bush breakfast and sundowner experiences as arranged (premium options separately quoted)
- Senior master guide
- Singita / &Beyond flagship camps
- Private suites with plunge pools
- Full-board dining as specified in your quotation; spa services separately quoted where available
- Dedicated private guide & vehicle (tier-specific arrangement, confirmed at quotation)
- Hot air balloon safari available as a separately quoted optional extra
- Personal safari concierge
What Our Guests Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often.
We map an assisted transfer. Our team handles your luggage at the Ngorongoro airstrip and coordinates your light-aircraft connection straight back to Nairobi in time for onward international flights.
We recommend neutral-coloured safari layers (khakis, olives, tans) for game drives, plus a warm layer and a light rain jacket for Ngorongoro's cool, misty mornings on the crater rim.
Applicable national park fees and Ngorongoro Crater-related charges depend on your itinerary and quotation — your specialist will confirm exactly which authority charges apply to your trip.
Yes — it's designed as an ideal introduction to East Africa, covering five classic parks with realistic Big Five sightings at a comfortable, unhurried pace with easy overland and light-aircraft transfers.
The dry seasons (June–October and January–February) offer the best game viewing as animals congregate around water sources. We recommend booking 6–9 months ahead for peak season, especially for the luxury and ultra-luxury tiers.
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Spaces on this safari are strictly limited to preserve exclusivity. Contact our specialists today to check availability and begin planning your perfect East African escape.