8-Day Kenya & Tanzania Safari Luxury Adventure
Overview
This unforgettable Kenya & Tanzania Safari combines East Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations with the tropical beauty of Zanzibar Island. Over eight incredible days, you will journey through the legendary Masai Mara in Kenya and the world-renowned Serengeti National Park in Tanzania before ending your holiday on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar.
The adventure begins in Kenya’s Masai Mara, a destination celebrated for its vast savannahs, abundant wildlife, and spectacular game viewing opportunities. Here, you will enjoy thrilling game drives while searching for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. The reserve is also famous for its large populations of cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and countless other species that roam freely across the plains.
Your Kenya & Tanzania Safari continues across the border into Tanzania, where the endless plains of the Serengeti await. The Serengeti is one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations and is renowned for its incredible predator sightings and seasonal Great Migration. Game drives through this remarkable ecosystem provide unforgettable opportunities to witness nature at its finest.
After days of exciting wildlife encounters, the journey shifts from the African wilderness to the turquoise waters of Zanzibar. This beautiful island paradise offers the perfect setting to relax and unwind. White sandy beaches, swaying palm trees, crystal-clear waters, and luxury beachfront accommodation create an ideal ending to your safari experience.
This Kenya & Tanzania Safari is perfect for travelers seeking a combination of luxury, wildlife, adventure, and beach relaxation. From breathtaking landscapes and close wildlife encounters to unforgettable sunsets and coastal charm, every day delivers something special. Whether you are celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, family holiday, or simply fulfilling a lifelong dream of Africa, this carefully crafted safari offers the perfect balance between thrilling safari experiences and peaceful tropical relaxation.
A Kenya & Tanzania Safari combined with Zanzibar allows travelers to experience the very best of East Africa in a single journey, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour Plan
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Along the way, stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for spectacular views and photographs.
Arrive at your camp in time for lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive. Explore the reserve while searching for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, and hippos. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Accommodation: Enchipai Camp
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive when wildlife activity is at its peak. Search for predators returning from their nightly hunts while enjoying the beauty of the African sunrise.
After breakfast and some relaxation at camp, continue exploring the reserve during an afternoon game drive. Look out for cheetahs, elephants, wildebeests, antelopes, and numerous bird species.
Dinner and overnight at camp.
Accommodation: Enchipai Camp
After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and travel toward the Isebania border crossing into Tanzania.
Complete immigration formalities before continuing into Serengeti National Park. Enjoy lunch en route and begin your first Serengeti game drive as you make your way through the endless plains.
Arrive at your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Begin the day with an early morning game drive. This is one of the best times to spot predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas before they retreat from the morning sun.
After breakfast, relax at the lodge before heading out again in the afternoon. Explore the wildlife-rich Seronera region, known for excellent big cat sightings and year-round wildlife concentrations.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Spend another exciting day exploring different areas of Serengeti National Park.
Travel deeper into the park while searching for cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, topis, wildebeests, crocodiles, and many other species. Your guide will take you to areas known for excellent wildlife viewing while sharing information about the ecosystem.
Enjoy a farewell safari dinner in the evening.
Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival, transfer to your beachfront resort and spend the remainder of the day relaxing. Enjoy the resort facilities, take a walk along the beach, or simply unwind by the swimming pool.
Dinner and overnight by the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation: Melia Zanzibar
Enjoy a full day at leisure on Zanzibar Island.
Spend your day swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, enjoying optional water activities, or exploring the historic streets of Stone Town. You may also choose to take a sunset dhow cruise or simply relax while enjoying the island's peaceful atmosphere.
Dinner and overnight at the resort.
Accommodation: Melia Zanzibar
Enjoy breakfast overlooking the ocean before checking out.
Depending on your flight schedule, spend some final moments enjoying the beach before your transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward international flight.
