Masai Mara Serengeti Zanzibar Holiday: A Complete Guide
11-Day A Full Detailed Itinerary for Masai Mara, Serengeti and Zanzibar (for group/family) takes to Kenya’s Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti in search of predators and prey followed by a blissful seaside stay on the exotic Island of Zanzibar. Combining the Masai Mara (Kenya), Serengeti National Park (Tanzania), and Zanzibar (Tanzania) is one of East Africa’s most popular classic safari-and-beach itineraries.
This classic Family Safari to Masai Mara, Serengeti and Zanzibar searches for predators and prey on the game-rich grassy plains of Kenya’s Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti. Unique accommodation is followed by a relaxing beachside stay on the unique island of Zanzibar.
- Explore The wildlife-rich plains of Kenya’s Maasai Mara – home to all five of Africa’s big five.
- Discover Zanzibar, the spice island, is the ideal destination to unwind after a safari.
- Experience Enjoy direct access to wildlife and bush from your luxury unfenced camp and experience the magic of the Seronera valley in the heart of the middle Serengeti.
- Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime event with giraffes vying for your attention at the breakfast table, the front door, and even your bedroom window
Masai Mara, Serengeti & Zanzibar Holiday Highlights
- Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya
- Day 2: Nairobi
- Day 3: Nairobi / Maasai Mara
- Day 4: Maasai Mara
- Day 5: Maasai Mara
- Day 6: Maasai Mara / Serengeti
- Day 7: Serengeti
- Day 8: Serengeti / Zanzibar
- Day 9: Zanzibar
- Day 10: Zanzibar
- Day 11: Zanzibar / Departure
A Detailed Masai Mara, Serengeti And Zanzibar Holiday Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya
After a warm welcome, you’ll be driven to your premium boutique hotel in Nairobi, which is nestled in a private giraffe sanctuary. (D)
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Giraffe Manor
Day 2: Nairobi
Share your breakfast with the resident Rothschild giraffes, who poke their long necks through the windows looking for a treat. This afternoon, pay a visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and its trailblazing Orphan’s Project to meet your foster elephant. Prior to travel, an elephant was adopted through the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Giraffe Manor
Day 3: Nairobi – Maasai Mara
Fly to a private conservancy in Kenya’s spectacular Masai Mara. Meet your ranger and go for a drive in the afternoon. A wildlife safari is unforgettable because of the presence of the Big Five and a large supporting cast of animals, reptiles, and birdlife. Return to camp for sundowners and a lavish meal.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Bushtops
Day 4: Masai Mara
Every day is different in the Masai Mara, with a never-ending display of wild nature. Enjoy game viewing in the morning and afternoon in open safari vehicles. Nature shuffles its deck when the sun sets, and a night game drive often uncovers new players and dramas under the starry skies.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Bushtops
Day 5: Masai Mara
Accept the bush’s lazy cadence. Get up close and personal with wildlife on a guided walk with your ranger and Maasai spotter. Pay great attention as your spotter delivers information on the tracks and plant life around you.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Bushtops
Day 6: Maasai Mara – Serengeti
After breakfast, fly to Tanzania’s magnificent Serengeti, where lions walk, leopards lounge, and giraffes, gazelles, and Zebra keep a close check on their surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Roving Bushtops
Day 7: Serengeti
Early morning and late afternoon game drives allow you to explore the vast expanses of the Serengeti wilderness. Return to camp for a relaxing dip in your hot tub, followed by an evening of good food and conversation as the sun sets over the savanna.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Roving Bushtops
Day 8: Serengeti – Zanzibar
Today you will fly to Zanzibar, the spice island. The Indian Ocean’s turquoise waves and fragrant tropical air await your arrival.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar
Day 9: Zanzibar
The rest of the day is free to relax and explore on your own. Go snorkeling to see the dolphins, fish, and vibrant corals that live in Zanzibar’s waters. Wander around Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and peruse the lively markets. The stone buildings, winding passageways, and markets remain as they have for decades.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar
Day 10: Zanzibar
Enjoy another leisurely day on this magnificent island, where the combination of Arab, African, and European cultures has created a pace of life and a vivid tapestry of architecture and legacy.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar
Day 11: Zanzibar – Departure
You are being driven to the airport today for your ongoing flying arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
End of the 11-Day Masai Mara, Serengeti and Zanzibar Holiday
Essential Trip Information
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