DAY 1
Arrival in Nairobi
Private airport welcome and transfer to your Nairobi accommodation. Meet your representative and prepare for the journey.
Accommodation: Nairobi
Duration16 Days / 15 Nights
StartsNairobi
EndsZanzibar
◆16 Days◆Tanzania + Zanzibar◆Tailor-made◆Nairobi Start◆Zanzibar End
Private enquiryTailor-made itineraryDirect safari support
SAFARI OVERVIEW16-Day Ultimate East Africa Safari & Zanzibar
The most comprehensive of the five journeys, created for travellers who want a substantial East African safari before the beach. Masai Mara and Serengeti form the wildlife core, while Ngorongoro and Tarangire add contrasting ecosystems and Zanzibar provides a well-earned finale.
DAY BY DAY
Your Itinerary
DAY 2
Nairobi to Masai Mara
Travel to the Masai Mara ecosystem and begin your first game drive after arrival.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Masai Mara
Accommodation: Masai Mara
DAY 3
Masai Mara | Full Safari Day
Spend a full day exploring the Mara’s grasslands and river systems with a professional guide. Routes depend on season and current wildlife activity.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Masai Mara
Accommodation: Masai Mara
DAY 4
Masai Mara | Deeper Exploration
A second full day allows slower, more focused wildlife observation. An optional responsible cultural experience can be arranged if desired.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Masai Mara
Accommodation: Masai Mara
DAY 5
Masai Mara to the Serengeti Region
Begin the transition from Kenya to Tanzania. Routing and overnight location are planned according to the confirmed cross-border logistics, border formalities and selected accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti region / transit accommodation
Accommodation: Serengeti region / transit accommodation
DAY 6
Serengeti | Into the Endless Plains
Enter or continue through Serengeti National Park and spend the day exploring its expansive plains and wildlife habitats.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Central Serengeti
DAY 7
Serengeti | Full Day in the Wild
A full safari day dedicated to wildlife observation, with the route adjusted to seasonal conditions and sightings.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Central Serengeti
DAY 8
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands
Enjoy a final Serengeti game drive before continuing toward Ngorongoro.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Highlands / Karatu
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Highlands / Karatu
DAY 9
Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an extended game drive across its concentrated habitats, then continue to your highland accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Karatu / Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation: Karatu / Ngorongoro Highlands
DAY 10
Tarangire National Park
Travel to Tarangire for a contrasting safari landscape dominated by baobabs and riverine habitat. Continue to Arusha after the game drive or stay nearby according to the final routing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha / Tarangire area
Accommodation: Arusha / Tarangire area
DAY 11
Arusha | Safari Pause
Use this deliberately lighter day to rest after the long safari. Optional Arusha-area experiences may be arranged, but nothing is compulsory.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Arusha
Accommodation: Arusha
DAY 12
Fly to Zanzibar
Fly to Zanzibar and transfer to historic Stone Town. Enjoy the evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Stone Town
Accommodation: Stone Town
DAY 13
Stone Town, Spices & Beach
Explore Stone Town with a guide, visit a spice-growing area and continue to the beach coast.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
DAY 14
Zanzibar Marine Experience
Enjoy a selected marine excursion according to tides, weather and final coast.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
DAY 15
Final Day in Paradise
A final unscheduled day for the Indian Ocean, resort facilities, optional spa or watersports and a relaxed sunset.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
DAY 16
Farewell East Africa
Transfer privately to Zanzibar airport for your onward international journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: —
Accommodation: —
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Safari Inclusions
Price Includes
- Airport transfers specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Private safari transport with a professional English-speaking guide on mainland safari sectors, unless otherwise stated.
- Accommodation and meals indicated in the confirmed quotation.
- National park and conservation fees included in the final quotation.
- Scheduled game drives and drinking water during mainland safari days.
- Domestic or regional flights specifically stated as included in the final quotation.
- Specified Zanzibar transfers and guided experiences.
- Applicable government taxes and service charges included in the final quotation.
Price Excludes
- International flights unless expressly included.
- Visas, entry requirements and border-related personal costs.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Vaccinations and medical expenses.
- Alcoholic or premium beverages unless specifically included.
- Optional activities not listed as included.
- Personal expenses, laundry, souvenirs, tips and gratuities.
- Any service not expressly stated in the confirmed quotation.
