6-Day Flying Safari: Serengeti to Maasai Mara

6 Days

5 Nights

Weekly Departures Available

Tour Cost
Prices on request

overview

This six-day flying safari offers an unparalleled journey across two of Africa’s most legendary wildlife destinations, the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Maasai Mara in Kenya. These vast savannahs are home to the Great Migration, the Big Five, and some of the most dramatic landscapes on the continent. Traveling by chartered flights, you will maximize your time exploring these iconic parks, staying in luxurious lodges and tented camps that offer comfort in the heart of the wilderness. From thrilling game drives to breathtaking hot air balloon safaris, this adventure is designed to create unforgettable memories.

Itinerary

Day 1:
Arrival in the Serengeti and Afternoon Game Drive

Your safari begins with a charter flight from Arusha Airport to the world-renowned Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by your guide and transferred to Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, an oasis of luxury perched on elevated platforms overlooking the endless plains. After settling in and enjoying a delicious lunch, head out on your first afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, and cheetahs. As the sun sets, return to the lodge for dinner on the deck, where you can watch wildlife gather at the nearby waterhole.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Day 2:
Optional Balloon Safari

Rise early for an unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti’s sweeping plains (optional), followed by a champagne bush breakfast. Spend the rest of the day on game drives with your expert guide, tracking wildebeest herds during the migration (seasonal) and spotting predators in action. Break for a picnic lunch in the heart of the bush, then continue your exploration into the late afternoon. Return to Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti to relax in the infinity pool or indulge in a spa treatment before a gourmet dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Day 3:
Flight to Maasai Mara, Kenya

After breakfast, enjoy one last morning game drive in the Serengeti before boarding your flight across the border to Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve. Upon landing, you’ll be transferred to Angama Mara, an elegant lodge perched high above the Mara Triangle with sweeping views of the plains below. Enjoy a leisurely lunch and an afternoon siesta before heading out on your first Maasai Mara game drive, searching for prides of lions, large elephant herds, and elusive leopards. Return to Angama Mara for sundowners and a delectable dinner.

Accommodation: Angama Mara

Day 4:
Game Drives and Cultural Encounters

Spend a full day exploring the rich wildlife territory of the Maasai Mara, known for its high density of big cats and the dramatic river crossings during the Great Migration (seasonal). Game drives in open 4×4 vehicles bring you close to elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and an astonishing variety of antelope. In the afternoon, visit a nearby Maasai village for an authentic cultural encounter, learning about traditional customs and lifestyles. Return to Angama Mara, where you can dine by candlelight with panoramic views of the savannah.

Accommodation: Angama Mara

Day 5:
Balloon Safari and Final Game Drive

Start your day with a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the Mara plains, followed by a bush breakfast in the wild. Spend the rest of the day on game drives or simply relax at the lodge, taking in the magnificent views and wildlife sightings from your private deck. In the evening, toast to your adventures with sundowners on the escarpment, followed by a farewell dinner at Angama Mara, celebrating your unforgettable safari experience.

Accommodation: Angama Mara

Day 6:
Final Game Drive and Departure

Enjoy one last early morning game drive in the Maasai Mara, capturing the golden light of dawn and the early stirrings of wildlife. After breakfast back at Angama Mara, you’ll board your charter flight to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. Depending on your onward travel arrangements, you may have time for a visit to the Giraffe Centre or a meal at the iconic Carnivore Restaurant before transferring to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight.

SAFARI INCLUDES

✅ Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide and driver
✅ Game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
✅ Park entrance and conservation fees
✅ Boat cruise on the Chobe River
✅ Airport and road transfers

SAFARI EXCLUDES

❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Personal expenses and tips
❌ Optional activities not listed
❌ Visa fees

Getting There

This tour starts in Kigali, Rwanda’s Capital city.

We have local daily flights available on several airlines.

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

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