Maasai Mara Kenya Safari and Zanzibar
Your Maasai Mara Kenya Safari begins in Nairobi, where you are warmly welcomed on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transferred to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay. The following morning, travel through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley en route to Lake Nakuru National Park. Here, alkaline waters shimmer beneath vast skies, attracting spectacular flocks of flamingos and over 450 bird species. The park is also a renowned sanctuary for both black and white rhino, Rothschild giraffe, lion and leopard. Enjoy game drives across acacia woodlands and open plains, with time to relax at your lodge and take in the peaceful surroundings.
From Nakuru, continue south to the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Rolling savannahs, iconic acacia trees and the winding Mara River create the backdrop for extraordinary wildlife encounters. Over several days, explore the reserve on morning and afternoon game drives or full day safaris with picnic lunches, maximizing your chances of seeing the Big Five along with cheetah, hyena and vast herds of plains game. The Mara is also home to the Maasai people, whose rich culture and traditions add depth and meaning to your time in this remarkable landscape.
After your safari adventure, return to Nairobi for your onward flight to the tropical island of Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you are transferred to your beachfront resort, where the rhythm of the Indian Ocean replaces the excitement of the savannah. Soft white sands, turquoise waters and swaying palms create an idyllic setting for rest and rejuvenation.
Spend seven nights unwinding at The Mora Zanzibar, enjoying the perfect balance of relaxation and exploration. Lounge by the pool, indulge in spa treatments, stroll along pristine beaches or discover the island’s cultural treasures, from historic Stone Town to fragrant spice farms. This seamless combination of Kenya’s iconic wildlife and Zanzibar’s coastal beauty offers the ultimate East African journey, ending your adventure in pure tropical serenity.
Tour Highlights
- Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with panoramic viewpoints
- Lake Nakuru National Park, home to flamingos, over 450 bird species, and both black and white rhino
- Safari in the world renowned Masai Mara National Reserve
- Flexible game drive options including early morning, afternoon or full day safaris
- Insight into Maasai culture and traditions in one of Africa’s most storied regions
- Seven nights on pristine white sand beaches in Zanzibar
- Crystal clear turquoise waters and breathtaking Indian Ocean sunsets
- The perfect balance of adventure, wildlife and tropical relaxation
Day Overview
Day 1 – Nairobi
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport where you are warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and recover from your journey. Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
Day 2 – Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, meet your professional driver guide and depart for Lake Nakuru, travelling through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stop at a panoramic viewpoint. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its flamingos, rich birdlife and rhino sanctuary. Arrive at your lodge for lunch and relaxation before heading out on an afternoon game drive.
Day 3 – Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, followed by breakfast at the lodge. Spend the late morning and early afternoon at leisure. After lunch, venture out on another game drive to further explore the park’s diverse landscapes and wildlife. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 4 – Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, journey south along the Great Rift Valley to the iconic Masai Mara. Arrive at your camp or lodge in time to settle in before heading out on your first afternoon game drive across the sweeping savannah plains.
Day 5 – Masai Mara National Reserve
Spend the day exploring the Masai Mara with a choice of early morning and afternoon game drives or a full day safari with picnic lunch. Search for the Big Five and other wildlife while taking in the vast landscapes and abundant game.
Day 6 – Masai Mara National Reserve
Another full day to discover different areas of the reserve. Track predators, visit the Mara River region and enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the day.
Day 7 – Nairobi to Zanzibar
Transfer back to Nairobi at the agreed time for your onward flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, you are met and transferred to your beach resort to begin your tropical island stay.
Days 8 to 13 – Zanzibar
Enjoy six full days at leisure on the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar. Relax by the pool, swim in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, indulge in spa treatments or take optional excursions to Stone Town, spice farms or on ocean adventures.
Day 14 – Departure
At the agreed time, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight home, bringing your East African adventure to a close.
Key Facts
Starts: Nairobi, Kenya
Ends: Zanzibar, Tanzania
Meals: 13 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches, 12 Dinners
Travel Style: Mid-Range Comfort
Tour Type: Private/Tailor-made
Transport: Private Transfers in country and Internal Scheduled Flights
Validity: Year Round
Includes
- 1 Night Tamarind Nairobi (BB)
- 2 Nights Lake Nakuru Sopa Resort (FB)
- 3 Nights Mara Maisha Camp (FB)
- 7 Nights Diamonds Mapenzi (AI)
- Private transport in a 4 x 4 safari land cruiser
- Park entrance fees
- Unlimited game Drives
- Services of an English-speaking driver guide
- Amref evacuation cover
- Flight Nairobi-Zanzibar
Excludes
- Drinks
- Extra Activities not mentioned above.
- Meals not mentioned
- Items of personal nature
- Visa (eTA $50)
- International flights
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities
Zanzibar Mandatory charges (paid directly)
- Local taxes not included ($5 per person per day payable to hotel)
- Mandatory Insurance: All visitors must have Inbound Travel Insurance from Zanzibar Insurance Corporation. Coverage: The insurance will cover various emergencies, including repatriation and evacuation, for up to 92 days. The cost of the policy is $44 per person
Dates
Valid All Year
