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15 Days 14 Nights Kenya and Tanzania Wild Safari Adventure with Zanzibar Beach Holiday

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Kenya And Tanzania Safaris
Duration 15 Days / 14 Nights
Indicative Rate From USD 8,304 - USD 13,608
Safari Overview

A closer look at the safari experience.

15-Day Kenya–Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape
Style: 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser + Domestic Flight to Zanzibar
Experience Level: Mid-Range
Ideal For: Wildlife lovers, honeymooners, Family, First time travellers and Seasoned Africa Travellers
15 Days Kenya Safari Overview:

Route: Nairobi → Amboseli → Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Zanzibar

This 2026, 15-day, 14-night safari adventure takes you deep into the wild heart of East Africa. Begin in Kenya, where you'll explore the legendary plains of Amboseli, the bird-filled shores of Lake Nakuru, and the predator-packed Maasai Mara. Cross into Tanzania for epic safaris in Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater—home to the Big Five and some of Africa’s richest biodiversity. Then, as your heart is full and your camera full, fly direct to Zanzibar and relax on the island’s white-sand beaches with four days of sun, spice, and sea.

NOTE;

- Rates are in US Dollars ($)

- Rates Are Quoted on a Sharing Basis

- All rates are subject to availability at the time of booking

- EA Resident Rates Apply

- Cultural Tours & Hot Air Balloon Safari Available at Extra Cost

- AIR SAFARI AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

T/C’s Apply

Day by Day

The journey, step by step.

Day 1

Transfer; Nairobi-Masai Mara

At 6:00 AM, your safari begins! You’ll be picked up from your Nairobi hotel by your professional guide and depart for Amboseli National Park in a 4Wd Safari Land cruiser, a 5–6 hour drive. En route, pass bustling towns and Maasai homesteads. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge and enjoy your first game drive with Kilimanjaro’s snowy peak looming in the distance.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Masai Mara Road
  • Afternoon Gamedrive
Day 2

Full Day Game drive

Enjoy a full day of game viewing in Amboseli. The park is famous for its massive elephant herds, dramatic landscapes, and stunning backdrops of Africa’s highest mountain. Early morning and late afternoon game drives allow for optimal sightings.

Meal Plan: 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Amboseli National Park Road
  • Full Day Gamedrive
Day 3

Transition; Amboseli-Lake Nakuru

After breakfast, drive toward the Great Rift Valley, with brief stops at scenic viewpoints. Arrive at your lodge near Lake Nakuru in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive around the lake’s alkaline shores, home to flamingos, white and black rhinos, buffaloes, and elusive leopards.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner


Lake Nakuru Road
  • Afternoon Gamedrive
Day 4

Transtition; Lake Nakuru-Masai Mara

Depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara approximately 240 kilometers, about 5 to 6 hours drive via the scenic Loita plains. Arrive at your lodge in time for a short sunset game drive. The Mara is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Masai Mara Road
  • Afternoon Gamedrive
Day 5

Full Day Gamedrive

For the two full days you will be exploring Kenya’s most iconic reserve. You will have bothe morning and afternoon gamedrives giving you the best moments to witness lion prides, cheetahs stalking prey, elephants crossing the plains, and (seasonally) the awe-inspiring Great Migration.

Optional: hot-air balloon ride or Maasai cultural visit(Extra cost)

Meal Plan: 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Masai Mara Road
  • Full Day Gamedrive
Day 6

Morning and afternoon gamedrive

This day is flexible, you may opt to wake ofr an ealy morning gamedrive to witness the wild while still active, and later return to the lodge for breakfast and unwind as you awiat fir the afternoon gamedrive, or you may head out after breakfats for a full day gamedrive to explore the other parts of the reserve that you did not capture the previous day. dinner and overnight stay at the lodge

Masai Mara Road
  • Gamedrives
Day 7

Transition; Masai Mra-Tanzania through Isabenia boarder

After an early breakfast, drive to the Isebania border (approximately 290 kilometers about a 4 hours drive) and cross into Tanzania (passport/visa required). After the boarder formalities, Switch to a Tanzanian vehicle and guide. Continue with a game drive en route to Central Serengeti, your new safari playground. Arrive at the lodge at evening hours, relax at the lodge as you await an amazing dinner.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Tanzania Road
Day 8

Full day Gamedrive

You will spend this day having a full day gamedrive to explore the legendary Serengeti plains—endless savannahs dotted with acacia trees, roaming lions, and massive herds of wildebeests and zebras. The Seronera Valley is excellent for predator sightings.

Meal Plan: 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Tanzania Road
  • Full day gamedrive
Day 9

Transition; Sereengeti-Ngorongoro

Wake up early for a Morning game drive, the best moment to witness the wild in action, predators hunting down their preys and the wildlife busy grazing on the vast landscapes of Serengeti. Return to your lodge for a hearty breakfast and check out. you will also spot wildlife as you exit the park, then journey 4–5 hours to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your crater-rim lodge with jaw-dropping views over the world’s largest unbroken caldera. You will arrive at the perfect time for lunch, after lunch you can opt to relax at the lodge or head out for a short afternoon game drive at Ngorongoro conservation area.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Tanzania Road
  • Gamedrives
Day 10

Transition; Ngorongoro-Zanzibar

After an early breakfast, Descend 600 metres into the crater early for a half-day safari. Spot lions, rhinos, hippos, jackals, and flamingos in this lush Garden of Eden. After lunch, transfer to a Lake Manyara airstrip for your direct flight to Zanzibar (2 hrs). Upon arrival at the aiport you'll be transferred to your beach resort. After lunch you can opt to relax at your lodge or take a walk to the beach and enjoying the cool breeze and the beautiful sandy beach.

Meal Plan: All-Inclusive


Zanzibar Air
  • Morning gamedrives & Beach Excursion
Day 11

Beach Exploration

Chill at your resort or explore the island’s treasures—visit a spice farm, snorkel in the marine park, wander historic Stone Town, or enjoy a sunset dhow cruise on the Indian Ocean.

Meal Plan: All-Inclusives (3 meals, drinks, beverages, snacks and room service)

Zanzibar
  • Beach excursions
Day 12

Beach Exploration

After a relaxed breakfast at your beach resort, you may go out for a warm sunbathing at the pristine white sandy beach, swim in the tarqouise warm waters or just unwind by the pool as you enjoy the cool breeze of the ocean

Zanzibar
Day 13

Optional activities/Tour

This day is flexible, you may opt for zanzibar town tour, or do some sport acrivities like boat riding, snorkeling, skiing or cultural visits.

Zanzibar
Day 14

Beach activities

After breakfast, you may relax by the pool or have a walk by the beach

Zanzibar
Day 15

Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) for your flight home or onward journey.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Zanzibar Road
Safari planning information

What's included.

  • 14 Nights’ Accommodation
  • Meals on Full Board (Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner) while at safari
  • and All-inclusive while at Zanzibar
  • Private transport in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser
  • Services of a professional Driver Guide
  • Comprehensive Game drives in Masai Mara
  • Lake Nakuru
  • Amboseli National Park
  • Serengeti & Ngorongoro.
  • Park entry fees for Masai Mara
  • Lake Nakuru
  • Amboseli
  • Serengeti & Ngorongoro
  • Ngorongoro and Serengeti concession fees
  • Bottled water during the safari
  • One way flight tickets(Ngorongoro-Zanzibar)
  • Return private Airport transfers
  • All Government Taxes and Local Levies
  • Use and access of hotel facilities

What's excluded.

  • Extra Meals & Drinks
  • International Flights
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Anything Else Not Mentioned
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