Duration
6 NIGHTSBest For
Content creators and photographers chasing light, behavior, and composition.Group Size
2-6 guestsAccommodation
Boutique lodges & tented campsSafari Overview
Birding Across the Rift Overview
Birding Across the Rift is crafted for guests who want meaningful wildlife time without sacrificing comfort or flow.
Each travel day is intentionally paced, combining prime game-drive windows, strong local guiding, and handpicked properties.
Transfers: Private 4x4 safari vehicle plus cross-border logistics
Safari Snapshot
Track endemic and migratory species with specialist guides through wetlands, plains and highland forests.
Safari Style
Photography Safari
Designed for quality sightings and unrushed pacing across key landscapes.
Trip Rhythm
3-6 Nights
Balanced travel days, golden-hour game drives, and restorative lodge downtime.
Destinations
Kenya & Tanzania
Route sequencing built around wildlife windows and smooth overland transitions.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
A clear route plan with flexible pacing and private-guide support.
Day 1 · Nairobi
Nairobi Experience
Route briefing and gear check before departure.
- Morning and afternoon activity windows with your private guide
- Flexible pacing based on wildlife conditions and guest preferences
Day 2 · Maasai Mara
Maasai Mara Experience
Predator-focused drives with photography positioning.
- Morning and afternoon activity windows with your private guide
- Flexible pacing based on wildlife conditions and guest preferences
Day 3 · Serengeti
Serengeti Experience
Cross-border transition into migration landscapes.
- Morning and afternoon activity windows with your private guide
- Flexible pacing based on wildlife conditions and guest preferences
Day 4 · Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Experience
Crater descent for concentrated wildlife encounters.
- Morning and afternoon activity windows with your private guide
- Flexible pacing based on wildlife conditions and guest preferences
Route Map & Safari Points
Track the journey stop-by-stop. Mapbox static route rendering is enabled when your public token is set.
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Day 1
Nairobi
Route briefing and gear check before departure.
- 2
Day 3
Maasai Mara
Predator-focused drives with photography positioning.
- 3
Day 5
Serengeti
Cross-border transition into migration landscapes.
- 4
Day 7
Ngorongoro
Crater descent for concentrated wildlife encounters.
What's Included
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entry fees and conservancy charges as listed in itinerary
- Accommodation on full-board basis during safari nights
- Daily game drives and all itinerary activities specified as included
- Arrival briefing, bottled water in vehicle, and on-ground support
Exclusions
- International flights, visas, and travel insurance
- Premium drinks, gratuities, and personal purchases
- Optional activities not explicitly listed in the itinerary
- Any services not described under inclusions
Best Travel Window
Seasonality
Jul - OctJan - Mar
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can this itinerary be customised?
Yes. We tailor pacing, lodge standards, and activities to your travel style, dates, and priorities.
Do I need special fitness for this safari?
Most game-drive itineraries are moderate. Gorilla/chimp treks require stronger mobility and we can advise accordingly.
How far in advance should I book?
For prime season travel, we recommend securing your trip 4-8 months in advance to guarantee preferred camps.
Planning Guides for This Route
Editorial notes and practical planning content relevant to this safari itinerary.
Masai Mara Lion Prides: Territories, Coalitions, and Conservation
From Marsh and Rekero to Black Rock, Sand River, Topi, Sopa, Salas, Survey, and Rongai, this in-depth guide breaks down where each pride operates, who controls them, and how coalition turnover, habitat shifts, and migration timing influence lion life across the Mara ecosystem.
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Wildlife in the Masai Mara: Beyond the Big Five
The Mara is famous for predators, but the full ecosystem covers Coke's hartebeest and common eland, Kirk's dik-dik and klipspringer, dwarf and slender mongoose, honey badger, pangolin, jackals, hyenas, baboons, and more than 450 bird species — a depth that rewards travellers who slow down beyond the Big Five.
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Where to Stay in the Masai Mara: Camps, Lodges, and Conservancy Picks
With more than 100 properties across the reserve and surrounding conservancies, choosing where to stay defines your safari pace, vehicle density, and the depth of your wildlife encounters. This guide walks through how we shortlist camps by zone, season, and traveller profile.
Read GuidePlan Your Kenya & Tanzania Safari
Share your dates, pace and preferred accommodation style. We will tailor this trip to fit your exact vision.
Hear what our clients have to say
Genuine stories from travelers who experienced East Africa with Simba Paka Safaris.
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