Safari Journey Planner
Discover distances & drive times across Kenya & Tanzania’s magnificent landscapes
🇰🇪 KENYA
Experience the legendary Masai Mara and stunning Rift Valley landscapes
Nairobi → Masai Mara
230-250 km
5.5 hrs
Distance depends on the Mara Camp/Mara Hotel location. Travel time is 5 hours 30 minutes with bathroom stops. Our speed limit is 60-80 km/h for tourist vehicles. Paved roads from Nairobi to Narok; the final stretch to the park is unpaved and may be slower depending on weather and road surface.
Masai Mara → Lake Naivasha → Nakuru
221 km
4-4.5 hrs
Combination of paved and murram roads. Travel time may vary based on route choices and regional traffic conditions.
Nakuru → Nairobi
155 km
3-3.5 hrs
Smooth highway with regular traffic flow. Travel time may increase near Nairobi due to urban traffic congestion.
Nairobi → Arusha (via Namanga)
275 km
4.5 hrs
Fully paved route. Border formalities at Namanga may influence overall travel duration depending on processing times.
🇹🇿 TANZANIA
Explore the iconic Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and diverse wildlife parks
Arusha → Tarangire (via Mto wa Mbu)
120 km
2-3 hrs
Paved route with light to moderate traffic. The drive passes through scenic countryside and towns.
Mto wa Mbu → Serengeti (via Ngorongoro)
120 km
4-5 hrs
Route includes travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Roads vary from paved to gravel, with elevation changes and gate procedures.
Ngorongoro → Lake Manyara
120 km
2.5 hrs
Paved and well-maintained road via Karatu and Mto wa Mbu, transitioning from highlands to the Rift Valley floor.
Lake Manyara → Arusha
114 km
2-2.5 hrs
Good tarmac road. Travel times may fluctuate depending on local traffic, especially when approaching Arusha.
Tarangire (via Karatu) → Serengeti
243 km
5-6 hrs
Roads vary from paved highways to gravel tracks through the Ngorongoro area. Entry logistics and terrain influence timing.
Arusha → Serengeti
382 km
7-8 hrs
Combination of paved highways and conservation area roads through Ngorongoro. Duration depends on routing and park access schedules.
Karatu → Ngorongoro
16 km
18-20 min
Short paved drive with steady elevation gain.
Tarangire → Ngorongoro
145 km
3 hrs
Direct drive from Ngorongoro to Tarangire offering scenic views across diverse landscapes.
Ngorongoro → Arusha
155 km
3.5 hrs
Includes crater rim roads and tarmac highways through towns. Travel time may vary depending on road use and stopovers.
🗺️ Essential Travel Notes
Drive times are approximate and based on typical road and weather conditions. Allow extra time for unexpected delays.
Travel durations may vary with weather, road maintenance, park procedures, border formalities, and local traffic.
Traffic congestion is more likely near major urban centers such as Nairobi and Arusha, especially during peak hours.
Early morning departures are often recommended for smoother travel and optimal park entry timing.
