Experience the best of East Africa and finish in tropical paradise on this 14-Day Kenya & Tanzania Luxury Safari with Zanzibar Beach Extension , a private journey combining legendary wildlife, spectacular landscapes and the white-sand beaches of the Indian Ocean.
Your adventure begins in Amboseli, where large elephant herds roam beneath the magnificent backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. From here, journey into Kenya’s Great Rift Valley for a boat safari on Lake Naivasha, a walking safari on Crescent Island and rhino encounters at Lake Nakuru.
Continue to the world-famous Maasai Mara, where two nights of game viewing introduce you to one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems. Cross into Tanzania and watch the landscape merge seamlessly into the endless plains of the Serengeti, home to big cats, vast herds and the seasonal Great Wildebeest Migration.
Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, explore Tarangire’s elephant country and ancient baobab landscapes, then leave the safari trails behind and fly to Zanzibar.
Your final four nights are dedicated to warm turquoise waters, palm-fringed beaches and relaxed island living. Explore historic Stone Town, sail across the Indian Ocean, snorkel in tropical waters or simply enjoy uninterrupted time beside the sea.
From the elephants of Amboseli to the lions of the Serengeti and barefoot sunsets in Zanzibar, this journey showcases three very different sides of East Africa in one unforgettable holiday.
Your adventure begins with a private morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel, residence or the airport.
Meet your professional safari driver-guide and settle into your customized 4x4 Land Cruiser before heading south toward Amboseli National Park. As you approach the park, Mount Kilimanjaro begins to dominate the horizon on clear days, providing one of Africa's most iconic safari backdrops.
Arrive at your lodge for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its large elephant families, but you'll also search for lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and numerous antelope species.
Return to your lodge as the sun sets over the plains.
Overnight: Amboseli
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Rise early for the best chance of seeing Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds gather around its summit. Spend the day exploring Amboseli's open plains, acacia woodland and wildlife-rich wetlands. Watch elephant families crossing the savannah, often creating extraordinary photographic opportunities against Kilimanjaro.
Visit Observation Hill for panoramic views over the park's marshlands, where elephants, buffaloes, hippos and numerous waterbirds gather. Continue your game drive in search of lions, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes and plains game.
Return to your lodge for another relaxed evening in the wilderness.
Overnight: Amboseli
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, leave Amboseli and travel toward Kenya's magnificent Great Rift Valley. Arrive at Lake Naivasha and board a boat for a relaxing water safari. Cruise past pods of hippos while watching African fish eagles, kingfishers, pelicans and other birdlife.
Continue to nearby Crescent Island for a guided walking safari among giraffes, zebras, waterbucks and antelopes – a completely different perspective from traditional vehicle-based game viewing.
After your Naivasha adventure, continue to the Lake Nakuru region.
Overnight: Lake Nakuru
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, explore Lake Nakuru National Park on a morning game drive.
The park is an important sanctuary for black and white rhinos and is also home to the endangered Rothschild's giraffe. Look out for buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, lions and possibly leopards while exploring the lakeshore and surrounding woodland. Depending on water and feeding conditions, flamingos and other waterbirds may also be present. Later, continue toward the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Arrive at your luxury lodge or tented camp and settle into the wilderness.
Overnight: Maasai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Spend a full day exploring one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations. Set out across the savannah in search of the Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. The Mara is particularly famous for predators, with excellent opportunities to encounter lions, cheetahs and hyenas.
Depending on wildlife activity, travel toward the Mara River, where hippos and Nile crocodiles can be found year-round. During the migration season, vast herds of wildebeest and zebras may move into the Mara from the Serengeti. Exact movements depend on rainfall and natural conditions.
Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by the wilderness before continuing your afternoon game drive. An optional sunrise hot-air balloon safari or Maasai cultural experience can be arranged.
Overnight: Maasai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, leave the Maasai Mara and travel toward the Isebania border crossing. Complete immigration formalities and meet your Tanzanian safari guide before continuing into the Serengeti ecosystem. As you enter the Serengeti, the landscape opens dramatically into vast grasslands stretching toward the horizon.
Enjoy game viewing en route to your lodge or luxury tented camp. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeest and zebras before settling into your accommodation for your first night in Tanzania's legendary wilderness.
Overnight: Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today is dedicated entirely to the Serengeti National Park. Set out early when predators are often particularly active. Search for prides of lions resting on the plains, cheetahs scanning the grasslands and elusive leopards relaxing among acacia trees.
The Serengeti also supports elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, hyenas and an extraordinary variety of plains wildlife. Depending on the season and location of the herds, your guide will also search for the Great Wildebeest Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your game drive into the afternoon.
Return to your camp for another evening beneath the Serengeti sky.
Overnight: Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy breakfast and a final game drive as you begin leaving the Serengeti. Travel toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, watching the scenery change from open grasslands to rolling volcanic highlands. An optional stop at Olduvai Gorge can be arranged for travellers interested in the region's fascinating human history.
Continue to your lodge in the Ngorongoro/Karatu region. Spend the remainder of the afternoon relaxing and enjoying the highland scenery.
Overnight: Ngorongoro / Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, travel to the crater rim and descend approximately 600 metres into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. The crater floor supports an extraordinary concentration of wildlife. Explore grasslands, wetlands and woodland in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, wildebeest, zebras, hippos, hyenas and numerous antelopes.
Ngorongoro is also one of Tanzania's important habitats for the endangered black rhino, offering a possibility of completing your Big Five experience. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by spectacular crater scenery.
Later, ascend the crater walls and continue toward Tarangire National Park.
Overnight: Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy breakfast before heading into Tarangire National Park. Tarangire provides a beautiful finale to your safari, with enormous baobab trees rising above the savannah and impressive elephant herds roaming the landscape. Enjoy a final game drive in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and predators.
After your safari, transfer toward Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. The transformation is dramatic – from dusty safari trails and golden savannah to turquoise waters and tropical island landscapes. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, meet your private driver and transfer to your selected beach resort.
Check in and spend your first evening relaxing beside the Indian Ocean.
Overnight: Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast & meals according to selected resort plan
Enjoy breakfast before heading into Tarangire National Park. Tarangire provides a beautiful finale to your safari, with enormous baobab trees rising above the savannah and impressive elephant herds roaming the landscape. Enjoy a final game drive in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and predators.
After your safari, transfer toward Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airport for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. The transformation is dramatic – from dusty safari trails and golden savannah to turquoise waters and tropical island landscapes. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, meet your private driver and transfer to your selected beach resort.
Check in and spend your first evening relaxing beside the Indian Ocean.
Overnight: Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast & meals according to selected resort plan
After breakfast, discover another side of Tanzania with a visit to historic Stone Town, the cultural heart of Zanzibar. Explore its maze of narrow streets, carved wooden doors, bustling markets and centuries-old architecture reflecting African, Arab, Indian and European influences.
Continue with a boat trip to Prison Island, known for its giant Aldabra tortoises and beautiful coastal scenery. After the excursion, return to your beach resort and enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure.
Overnight: Zanzibar
Meals: According to selected resort plan
Today, exchange the savannah for the Indian Ocean. Head toward the waters around Mnemba Atoll, one of Zanzibar's best-known snorkelling areas. Enjoy time in the warm tropical waters discovering colourful reef fish and marine life. Conditions and wildlife encounters vary naturally, but the clear waters and tropical surroundings make this one of Zanzibar's most enjoyable ocean experiences.
After the excursion, return to your resort for a relaxed afternoon. Swim, unwind beside the pool or simply enjoy the white sands and turquoise waters.
Overnight: Zanzibar
Meals: According to selected resort plan
Your final full day is deliberately relaxed. Sleep in and enjoy a leisurely breakfast before spending the morning at your resort. Relax on the beach, enjoy the swimming pool, book a spa treatment or take a quiet walk along the Indian Ocean.
Later in the afternoon, board a traditional Zanzibari dhow for a sunset cruise. Sail along the coastline as the tropical sun begins to disappear over the ocean. Relax on deck and watch the sky transform into shades of gold and orange – a beautiful finale to your East African adventure.
Return to your resort for your final evening in Zanzibar.
Overnight: Zanzibar
Meals: According to selected resort plan
Wake up to your final morning beside the Indian Ocean. Enjoy breakfast and, depending on your flight time, spend the morning relaxing at your resort. Take one last swim, walk along the beach or simply enjoy the tropical surroundings.
At the appropriate time, your private driver will collect you for your transfer to Zanzibar International Airport. Your 14-Day Kenya & Tanzania Luxury Safari with Zanzibar comes to an end after an extraordinary journey across two countries – from the great wildlife landscapes of East Africa to the tropical shores of the Indian Ocean
