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15 Day Kenya & Tanzania with Serengeti & Zanzibar: A Safari Journey

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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Countries Visited

Kenya , Tanzania

DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for Kenya
Depart for Kenya

DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, gateway to your thrilling safari in Kenya, transfer to the hotel
Overnight: Nairobi

DAY 3, Saturday - Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, Game Drive
Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive. Nakuru offers a great chance to view black and white rhino. Afterward, return to the lodge. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager followed by dinner
Overnight: Lake Nakuru National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4, Sunday - Afternoon Game Drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Rise early this morning and drive to Masai Mara National Reserve in the southwest corner of Kenya, renowned for its game viewing. Lunch at the camp, before going out on the afternoon game drive
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5, Monday - Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Today's game drives through the Masai Mara Reserve focus on the "Big Five" (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino). A dinner tonight celebrates your final night in the Mara
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6, Tuesday - Border Crossing to Tanzania, Serengeti National Park
Depart the Mara this morning and drive towards Tanzania.* Enjoy a picnic lunch at Isebania border crossing, Sirai point of entry. After border formalities, bid farewell to your Kenyan guide and cross from Kenya to Tanzania. Meet with your Tanzanian guide and travel to Serengeti National Park, a famous wildlife sanctuary. Upon arrival at Serengeti, enjoy a game drive on your way to the camp*Today's route from Masai Mara to the Serengeti National Park will cover a considerable distance and may take approximately 8-9 hours depending on road conditions.
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7, Wednesday - Serengeti Game Drives
Rise before dawn for the optional Sunrise Balloon Safari that includes a champagne breakfast at the end of the journey. Continue game viewing as you drive back to camp. Today, explore Moru Kopjes (weather permitting), offering excellent game viewing all year round. Savor dinner at the lodge tonight
Optional: Serengeti Sunrise Balloon Safari & Breakfast (AM)
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8, Thursday - Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Game Drive
After an early breakfast, travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend 2,000 feet to the floor of the crater, containing diverse ecosystems and a large concentration of birds and animals. Have a picnic lunch before you ascend to the crater rim and drive to your lodge for the evening. Time to relax before tonight's dinner
Overnight: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9, Friday - Border Crossing to Kenya, Amboseli National Park
Depart Ngorongoro this morning, and drive to Arusha. Following lunch at the Elewana Arusha Lodge, proceed to the Kenya-Tanzania border in Namanga. After border formalities, cross into Kenya and reunite with your Kenyan Tour Manager. Travel to Amboseli National Park. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. Arrive at the lodge in time for dinner
Overnight: Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10, Saturday - Explore Amboseli National Park
Today, explore Amboseli National Park, known for its large population of African elephants. Chance to get up-close to these animals. Have dinner at the lodge
Overnight: Amboseli National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11, Sunday - Stone Town, Sunset Dhow Cruise
After breakfast at the lodge, bid farewell to Amboseli, and transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel in Stone Town, where you will be introduced to the historic capital of the Zanzibar Archipelago by your local host. The afternoon is at leisure to stroll through the town, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or simply rest, relax and enjoy the myriad delights of the hotel. This evening, board a traditional dhow in time to watch the fiery golden sun setting beyond the horizon. Enjoy the peacefulness of the ocean as the dhow* silently glides through the water, while savoring a glass of chilled wine*The dhow ride may be impacted by local weather conditions. Passengers will be required to wade through 3 feet of water and climb a ladder to embark on the dhow cruise
Overnight: Stone Town
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 12, Monday - Tour of Stone Town
This morning, take a guided walking tour of Stone Town, famous for its Swahili architecture, a maze of narrow alleyways, ornate wooden doors, and many historical buildings.* Later, head to your beachfront hotel. Arrive at the resort in time for lunch. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to relax and enjoy the tropical surroundings*During the walking tour of Stone Town, you will go through part of the city with a large number of merchants who may try to aggressively sell their merchandise.
Overnight: Zanzibar beach area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 13, Tuesday - Spice Farm, Kidichi Persian Baths
Today, experience the exotic flavors and aromatic wonders of Zanzibar on an unforgettable spice tour. The island is renowned for its rich history of spice production and trade. Explore a lush spice farm, where your guide will introduce you to the various culinary and medicinal uses of the spices grown on the island. After lunch at a local house, visit the impressive Persian baths in Kidichi, which were built for Sultan Said's second wife, Sheherazade. The baths were primarily used for ceremonial purposes and were an important social gathering place during the Sultan's reign. Return to the hotel for an evening at leisure
Overnight: Zanzibar beach area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 14, Wednesday - Day at Leisure
Spend the day at leisure and treasure your last day in this paradise. Pamper yourself with a rejuvenating spa treatment, or a relaxing massage. Take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or go snorkeling to discover the vibrant marine life. This evening, savor a delicious dinner at the resort
Overnight: Zanzibar beach area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 15, Thursday - Depart Tanzania
This morning, fly to Dar es Salaam, where you will connect to your departure flight. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 6.30 PM
Meals: Breakfast

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Inclusions

Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.

Part-Escorted Package Includes

  • Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed
  • Flights New York-Nairobi, Dar es Salaam-New York
    Other departure cities available.
  • All intra-flights: Nairobi-Zanzibar & Zanzibar-Dar es Salaam
  • 13 nights First Class accommodations
  • 1 night Nairobi
  • 1 night Lake Nakuru National Park
  • 2 nights Masai Mara National Reserve
  • 2 nights Serengeti National Park
  • 1 night Ngorongoro Conservation Area
  • 2 nights Amboseli National Park
  • 1 night Stone Town
  • 3 nights Zanzibar Beach Area
  • Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
  • Hotel porterage
  • Arrival transfer included only with airfare purchase on package arrival dates†
  • Departure transfer
  • 36 meals: 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners
  • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern 4x4 vehicles on safari and touring vans in Zanzibar
  • Services of English-speaking driver-guides (Day 3-10) and local guide in Zanzibar
  • Active itinerary with unique cultural features
  • National Park Fees
  • *Light aircraft (11 seat planes) may be used for flights to and from Zanzibar

    Tour Highlights

    Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.

  • Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its superb birdlife
  • Enjoy personal game drive experiences in safari vehicles that seat no more than seven
  • Test your luck and see how many of the "Big Five" you'll spot in the magical Masai Mara National Reserve
  • Game drives in Serengeti National Park, with Africa's highest concentration of wildlife
  • Visit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a World Heritage Site, Africa's "Garden of Eden"
  • Explore Amboseli National Park, famous for its large herds of elephants with massive tusks
  • Explore Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cultural center of the Zanzibar Archipelago
  • Enjoy a sunset cruise on a traditional wooden dhow
  • Tour a working spice plantation to learn about the crops of the Spice Islands
  • †Arrival transfer is available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

    Not Included:
    Zanzibar Infrastructure Tax (payable locally), Zanzibar Travel Insurance (required for arrivals on or after October 1, 2024), optional tours and gratuities.


    Additional Information:
    Land only price does not include arrival transfer, but does include departure transfer and flights Nairobi-Zanzibar & Zanzibar-Dar es Salaam.

    Passengers should select flights on day 15 from Dar es Salaam that depart no earlier than 6.30 PM.

    Due to limited space in safari vehicles, please pack your belongings in a soft-sided duffel bag. Traditional suitcases with rigid frames or hard plastic sides should not be used.

    Please note, all passport holders should have three or more entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages in their passport when traveling to Kenya, and four or more entirely blank (unstamped) visa pages in their passport when traveling to Tanzania. for more information.

    A vaccine is required. Passengers arriving into Zanzibar on or after October 1, 2024 are required to pre-purchase Zanzibar Travel Insurance. For more information and health restrictions, please .

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    Accommodations

    Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection
    This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of Westlands neighborhood in Nairobi.

    Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
    This first class hotel is set among gardens, overlooking Lake Nakuru.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra Plains Camp
    This first class camp is located in the heart of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Zebra River Camp
    This first class camp is nestled in the forest along the bend of Talek river in Maasai Mara.

    Zebra River Camp
    This first class camp is nestled in the forest along the bend of Talek river in Maasai Mara.

    Zebra River Camp
    This first class camp is nestled in the forest along the bend of Talek river in Maasai Mara.

    Mara Maisha Camp
    This first class camp is located less than three miles from Talek Gate of Masai Mara National Reserve.

    Mara Maisha Camp
    This first class camp is located less than three miles from Talek Gate of Masai Mara National Reserve.

    Mara Maisha Camp
    This first class camp is located less than three miles from Talek Gate of Masai Mara National Reserve.

    Mara Maisha Camp
    This first class camp is located less than three miles from Talek Gate of Masai Mara National Reserve.

    Mara Maisha Camp
    This first class camp is located less than three miles from Talek Gate of Masai Mara National Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Sarova Mara Game Camp
    This superior first class camp is located in the heart of Maasai Mara Game Reserve.

    Embalakai Authentic Camps
    This first class camp is located in the heart of Serengeti National Park, on the banks of Nyabogati River.

    Embalakai Authentic Camps
    This first class camp is located in the heart of Serengeti National Park, on the banks of Nyabogati River.

    Moyo Tented Camp
    This first class camp is located in the Serengeti National Park.

    Ngorongoro O'ldeani Mountain Lodge
    This luxurious hilltop property set on 40 acres of pristine lush green gardens has spectacular and unobstructed views of the Oldeani Mountains and the Ngorongoro Crater Rim. The main lodge is a great place to unwind at the end of the day with its fine dining restaurant, formal lounge, cigar bar and outside fire pit. During leisure time, swim in the rim flow pool, try the gym or pamper yourself with a massage. The tastefully decorated accommodations offer infinite views of the mountains and crater rim.

    Ol Tukai Lodge
    This first class lodge is located in Amboseli National Park, offering spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

    Zanzibar Serena Hotel
    This deluxe hotel is located on the sea-front of Stone Town, one of Africa's most ancient and most enchanting towns.

    Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa
    This deluxe hotel is located on a wide sandy beach in Zanzibar.

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