Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi & Transfer to the Masai Mara
Upon arrival in Nairobi, your safari guide will warmly welcome you before departing for the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley, rolling hills, and traditional villages along the way before arriving at your lodge or luxury camp in time for lunch and relaxation.
Day 2–3: Full Safari Experience in the Masai Mara
Spend the next two days exploring the breathtaking plains of the Masai Mara on morning and afternoon game drives. The reserve is famous for exceptional wildlife sightings including the Big Five — lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards — alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and countless other species.
Optional full-day game drives with picnic lunches allow for deeper exploration of the reserve and unforgettable wildlife encounters across one of Africa’s greatest safari destinations.
Day 4 – 6: Journey to Serengeti National Park
Spend two full days discovering the incredible wildlife and landscapes of the Serengeti. Morning and afternoon game drives offer excellent opportunities to spot lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeests, zebras, and countless other species.
You may also choose full-day safaris with picnic lunches, allowing maximum time to explore one of the world’s most famous wildlife ecosystems.
Day 7 – 8: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and travel toward the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater. Descend nearly 2,000 feet into the crater floor for an afternoon game drive surrounded by grasslands, forests, lakes, and abundant wildlife.
The crater is home to elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, flamingos, and the rare black rhino.
Day 9: Flight to Zanzibar Island
After breakfast, travel by road to Arusha Airport for your domestic flight to Zanzibar Island. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury beach resort and begin your tropical island escape.
Relax beside turquoise waters and palm-lined beaches as the pace shifts from safari adventure to peaceful coastal relaxation.
Day 10–12: Relaxation & Leisure in Zanzibar
Spend the next several days enjoying the beauty of Zanzibar at your own pace. Relax on the beach, swim in the warm Indian Ocean, or enjoy optional excursions including spice tours, snorkeling trips, cultural visits to Stone Town, or dhow sailing experiences.
Zanzibar provides the perfect ending to your East African journey with its blend of natural beauty, rich history, and Swahili culture.
Main Destination: Zanzibar Island
Accommodation: Meliá Zanzibar Hotel
Day 13: Departure from Zanzibar
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and your final moments on the beach before transferring to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight home, bringing your unforgettable East African safari and beach holiday to a close.
