14-Day Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar Experience

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our customer care representative and transferred to Tamarind Tree Hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.

Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, is a lively blend of modern city life, rich cultural heritage, and African charm. Known as the “Green City in the Sun,” it offers a fascinating introduction to Kenya, with its diverse cultures, bustling urban atmosphere, and remarkable history. Relax at your hotel after your journey and prepare for the exciting safari adventures ahead.

Accommodation: Ibis Styles or Similar

After breakfast, set out to discover Nairobi’s remarkable wildlife and conservation attractions. Begin with a visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where you’ll learn about the rescue, rehabilitation, and care of orphaned elephants and the conservation efforts protecting Kenya’s wildlife.

Continue to the Giraffe Centre, home to endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, where you can observe these graceful animals up close from an elevated feeding platform. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Accommodation: Ibis Styles or Similar

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and journey through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its diverse birdlife, beautiful landscapes, and remarkable rhino conservation. Arrive in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, offering stunning views of the surrounding wilderness.

In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in search of endangered black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, buffaloes, leopards, and other fascinating wildlife. Keep an eye out for flamingos and other bird species along the lake’s shoreline, depending on seasonal conditions. Return to the lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay surrounded by nature.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Its sweeping savannahs, rolling hills, and open grasslands provide a stunning backdrop for unforgettable game drives and incredible wildlife encounters.

Search for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and vast herds of antelopes. During the Great Migration season, typically between July and October, witness the movement of wildebeest and zebras from Tanzania’s Serengeti into the Mara, where dramatic river crossings may occur.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, return to Zebra Plains Mara Camp for dinner and a relaxing evening surrounded by the magic of the African bush.

Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp

Spend another exciting day exploring the magnificent Maasai Mara National Reserve, renowned for its vast savannahs, abundant wildlife, and spectacular natural beauty. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other fascinating wildlife.

During the Great Migration season, witness the impressive movement of wildebeest and zebras across the Mara’s plains, with the possibility of dramatic river crossings. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the wilderness, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.

For an additional fee, you may visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about the community’s rich cultural heritage, customs, and pastoral way of life through an engaging cultural interaction. Later, return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp

After an early breakfast, enjoy a brief morning game drive as you depart the Maasai Mara and travel towards Isebania, the Kenya–Tanzania border. After completing immigration formalities, meet your Tanzanian safari guide and continue towards the legendary Serengeti National Park, enjoying a picnic lunch along the way.

Upon arrival, experience a brief evening game drive as you venture into the Serengeti’s vast golden plains, renowned for their incredible wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, and predators roaming their natural habitat. Later, proceed to your tented camp for check-in, dinner, and a relaxing overnight stay beneath the African skies.

Accommodation: Matawi Serengeti Camp or Acacia Migration Camp

After breakfast, collect your picnic lunch and set out for a full day of thrilling game drives across the magnificent Serengeti National Park. Depending on the season, explore the northern, central, or southern plains, each offering unique landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters.

The Serengeti is world-renowned for the spectacular Great Migration, when millions of wildebeest and zebras move across the ecosystem in search of fresh grazing and water. Keep watch for the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, gazelles, and other fascinating wildlife roaming the endless savannah. With its remarkable birdlife and diverse ecosystems, the park offers unforgettable experiences for nature and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. Later, return to camp for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay beneath the African skies.

Accommodation: Matawi Serengeti Camp or Acacia Migration Camp

Enjoy another unforgettable day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, head out for exciting game drives in search of Africa’s iconic wildlife, from majestic lions and elusive leopards to elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and herds of wildebeest and zebras. Depending on the season and wildlife movements, you may witness fascinating predator-prey encounters or the spectacular Great Migration. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay surrounded by the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Matawi Serengeti Camp or Acacia Migration Camp

After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and travel to the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area, home to one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable afternoon game drive across its lush grasslands, woodland, and seasonal lakes.

Often called the “Garden of Eden,” this vast volcanic caldera supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. Look out for the Big Five, including the rare black rhino, alongside zebras, wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and numerous bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before continuing your wildlife exploration.

Later in the afternoon, ascend from the crater and drive to Karatu for check-in, dinner, and a relaxing overnight stay at your lodge.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House

After breakfast, depart for Arusha, where you will enjoy lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge before transferring to the airport for your afternoon flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by our local representative and transferred to Zanzibar Queen Hotel, nestled along the beautiful Matemwe Beach.

Trade the African wilderness for the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and pristine white-sand shores. Settle into your sea-view room and unwind amid the island’s tranquil atmosphere, with opportunities to enjoy the beach, explore the surrounding coastline, or simply relax while admiring the ocean views.

Accommodation: Zanzibar Queen Hotel or Similar

Enjoy a relaxing day in tropical Zanzibar, where powder-soft white-sand beaches meet the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Spend your time unwinding at the resort, swimming, soaking up the sunshine, or enjoying optional water sports and ocean adventures at an additional cost.

You may also choose to explore Zanzibar’s rich Swahili heritage through optional excursions, including a visit to historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its fascinating architecture, vibrant markets, and cultural influences. Whether you prefer island exploration or peaceful beachside relaxation, Zanzibar offers the perfect tropical escape.

Accommodation: Zanzibar Queen Hotel or Similar
Meal Plan: Half Board

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, followed by a leisurely morning depending on your international flight schedule. Take in the final views of Zanzibar’s beautiful coastline before checking out and transferring to Zanzibar Airport for your onward international flight home.

As your unforgettable East African adventure comes to an end, depart with cherished memories of thrilling wildlife safaris in Kenya and Tanzania, breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural encounters, and the tropical beauty of Zanzibar.

Meal Plan: Breakfast