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Experience a 9-day safari and beach holiday across Kenya, Tanzania, and Zanzibar—featuring exciting game drives, comfortable lodges, and relaxing beach time.

This 9-day Masai Mara, Serengeti & Zanzibar Escape offers a well-rounded journey through some of East Africa’s most remarkable destinations. Begin with scenic boat rides and game drives in Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru, then head to Kenya’s famous Masai Mara to explore its vast wildlife-rich plains. Cross into Tanzania to discover the Northern Serengeti, where dramatic landscapes and seasonal wildlife migrations await. End your adventure on the beautiful island of Zanzibar, enjoying free time on its white sandy beaches and optional cultural or water-based activities.
This safari and beach combination is ideal for travelers looking to balance wildlife exploration with coastal relaxation. The best time to travel is during the dry seasons—June to October and December to February—when wildlife sightings are excellent and beach conditions are perfect.

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Itineraries

Day 1

Lake Naivasha Boat Safari - Evening Game Drive in Lake Nakuru

Pick-up from Nairobi hotel or airport by your safari guide

Scenic drive to Lake Naivasha with beautiful countryside views

Boat safari on Lake Naivasha with sightings of hippos, birds, and lake scenery

Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park

Check-in at Ziwa Bush Lodge, followed by lunch

Evening game drive in Lake Nakuru, spotting rhinos, flamingos, and other wildlife

Dinner and overnight stay at Ziwa Bush Lodge

Day 2

Maasai Mara- Afternoon Game Drive

Morning

Breakfast at the lodge and check-out

Drive to the Masai Mara via the scenic Great Rift Valley

Stop for photographs and refreshments along the way

Afternoon

Arrival at Masai Mara, clear park entry formalities

Afternoon game drive exploring the vast plains and riverbanks

Bush lunch inside the reserve

Evening

Check-in at Enkorok Mara Camp

Dinner and overnight stay at Enkorok Mara Camp

Day 3

Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara

Morning

Early breakfast at the camp

Depart for a full-day game drive in the reserve, with opportunities to spot the Big Five and more

Afternoon

Picnic lunch in the park to maximize wildlife viewing time

Continue exploring different habitats and wildlife-rich areas

Evening

Return to Enkorok Mara Camp

Dinner and overnight stay at Enkorok Mara Camp.

Day 4

Maasai Mara – Northern Serengeti (Afternoon Game Drive)

Morning

Breakfast at the camp and check-out

Transfer to the Isibania border crossing between Kenya and Tanzania

Afternoon

Enjoy a packed picnic lunch at a scenic location in the bush to maximize your time in the park

Spend the afternoon on a thrilling game drive through the Northern Serengeti.

Track predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, often found lounging on rocks or stalking prey in the tall grass

Evening

Return to Tanzania Bush Camp

Dinner and overnight stay at Tanzania Bush Camp

Day 5

Northern Serengeti – Full-Day Game Drive

Morning

Early breakfast at the camp

Depart for a full-day game drive along the Mara River and surrounding plains

Afternoon

Picnic lunch in a designated bush spot

Continue game drives with chances to see wildebeest, crocodiles, lions, and more

Evening

Return to Tanzania Bush Camp

Dinner and overnight stay at Tanzania Bush Camp.

Day 6

Northern Serengeti – Extended Game Drive

Morning

Breakfast at the camp

Head out for another extended game drive exploring new sections of the Northern Serengeti

Afternoon

Packed picnic lunch in the park

Focus on predator tracking, birdlife, and observing large herds of herbivores

Evening

Return to Tanzania Bush Camp

Dinner and overnight stay at Tanzania Bush Camp.

Day 7

Serengeti – Flight to Zanzibar

Morning

Breakfast at the camp

Transfer to Kogatende Airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar 

Afternoon

Arrival in Zanzibar, meet-and-greet by our local representative

Transfer to Paradise Beach Resort and check-in

Enjoy a Delicious lunch at the hotel.

Evening

Leisure time to relax by the beach or pool

Overnight stay at Paradise Beach Resort

Day 8

Zanzibar Beach Relaxation

Full Day

Enjoy a day at leisure on Zanzibar’s white sandy beaches

Optional activities available upon request (Spice tour, Stone Town cultural visit, Water sports and snorkeling trips)

Evening

Overnight stay at Paradise Beach Resort

Day 9

Departure

Morning

Breakfast at the resort

Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight

Pick-up in Nairobi.

All park entry and conservancy fees

All Accommodations

All meals

Private Lake Naivasha boat safari

Drinking water

4x4 safari car

Professional English-speaking driver/guide

All Transfers in Zanzibar

Domestic Flight (From Kogatende to Zanzibar)

Guide tip (15$pp per day)

Flights (International Flights)

Visa

Travel and medical Insurance

Items of personal nature

Balloon safari (600$pp)

Laundry.

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