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Combine Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Zanzibar on a 9-day Kenya-Tanzania safari and beach holiday with Big Five wildlife, game drives and Indian Ocean relaxation.
Combine an East African wildlife safari with a relaxing Indian Ocean beach holiday on this 9-day Kenya-Tanzania safari and Zanzibar itinerary.
The journey begins in Nairobi and takes you into the Maasai Mara, followed by the Serengeti National Park before flying to Zanzibar for time on the beach. Along the way, you have opportunities to experience African wildlife, search for the Big Five, explore the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem and enjoy the contrast between open savannah landscapes and Zanzibar’s tropical coastline.
With two full days in the Serengeti and dedicated time in Zanzibar, the itinerary balances wildlife viewing with relaxation. Optional experiences can include a hot-air balloon safari in the Mara, Stone Town, spice tours, snorkeling and other island activities.
This safari and beach combination is suitable for couples, honeymooners, families, photographers and first-time visitors to Kenya and Tanzania.
Your adventure begins in Nairobi with a journey toward the Maasai Mara National Reserve.Travel through the Great Rift Valley and into southwestern Kenya before arriving at your Mara accommodation around lunchtime, depending on your departure time and road conditions.After lunch, head out for your first afternoon game drive.The Maasai Mara supports a wide range of wildlife, with possible sightings including:Lions Elephants Buffalo Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest AntelopesYour guide will select the game-viewing areas based on recent wildlife activity, season and road conditions.Overnight: Maasai Mara
Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara.The reserve's open grasslands provide habitat for a wide variety of plains wildlife and predators. Depending on the season and location, you may encounter lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and other species.The Mara is also part of the wider Serengeti-Mara ecosystem, through which large herds of wildebeest and zebra move seasonally.During migration periods, river crossings can occur, but their timing and location are unpredictable and cannot be guaranteed.Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, with time for wildlife observation and photography.Overnight: Maasai Mara
After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and travel toward the Kenya-Tanzania border.After completing the necessary border and immigration procedures, continue into Tanzania and onward toward Serengeti National Park.The exact timing of this day depends on border processing, road conditions and the location of your Serengeti accommodation.If time permits, enjoy wildlife viewing as you approach your lodge or camp.The Mara and Serengeti form part of one connected ecosystem, although they are managed as separate protected areas in Kenya and Tanzania.Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Wake up in the Serengeti and spend a full day exploring its vast plains and varied wildlife habitats.The Serengeti is particularly known for:Large herbivore populations Lions and other predators Seasonal wildebeest movements Cheetahs Elephants Extensive savannah landscapesPossible wildlife sightings include lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes and hyenas.Your guide will plan the game drive around wildlife activity, seasonality and your accommodation location.Overnight: Serengeti
Enjoy another full day of game viewing in the Serengeti.The additional time allows you to explore different areas and spend longer observing wildlife rather than rushing between destinations.Depending on the season, you may encounter:Wildebeest migration herds Zebra herds Predator activity Lion prides Cheetahs Leopards Elephants Giraffes HyenasThe location of the Great Migration changes throughout the year in response to rainfall, grazing and water availability, so specific migration sightings cannot be guaranteed.For photographers, the extra Serengeti day also provides more opportunities to work with changing light, landscapes and wildlife behavior.Overnight: Serengeti
Enjoy a morning game drive before leaving the Serengeti and travelling toward Arusha.The journey takes you from the open Serengeti plains toward the northern Tanzanian highlands.Arrive in Arusha later in the day and settle into your accommodation.This overnight stop also provides a convenient connection for your onward flight to Zanzibar the following day.Overnight: Arusha
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight from Arusha to Zanzibar.Flight schedules and routing vary, so the exact departure time will depend on the selected airline and travel date.Upon arrival in Zanzibar, meet your transfer and continue to your beach resort.The remainder of the day is free for relaxation.Enjoy the beach, swim in the Indian Ocean or simply unwind after several days of safari.Overnight: Zanzibar
Enjoy a full day in Zanzibar.You can choose to spend the day relaxing at your resort or add optional activities based on your interests.Stone Town TourExplore the historic streets of Stone Town, with its distinctive architecture, markets, waterfront and cultural heritage.Spice Farm ExperienceVisit a spice farm and learn about the crops that have contributed to Zanzibar's long association with the spice trade.Snorkeling and DivingExplore Zanzibar's marine environment through snorkeling or diving excursions, depending on the location, weather and sea conditions.Dhow ExperienceA traditional dhow excursion can provide another way to experience the Indian Ocean and coastline.Beach DayFor travelers who simply want to relax, Zanzibar's beaches provide plenty of time for swimming, sunbathing and enjoying the coastal atmosphere.Overnight: Zanzibar
Enjoy breakfast at your resort before transferring to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight.If your international flight departs later in the day, additional activities or a late checkout may be arranged subject to availability.Your 9-day Kenya-Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday comes to an end.
After your safari, Zanzibar provides a complete change of scenery.
White-Sand Beaches
Spend time relaxing along the island’s tropical coastline and enjoy the warm Indian Ocean.
Indian Ocean Activities
Depending on your resort location and sea conditions, optional activities can include snorkeling, diving, boat trips and other water-based experiences.
Stone Town
Explore Zanzibar’s historic cultural center, with its distinctive architecture, markets and coastal setting.
Spice Experiences
Discover the island’s spice-growing traditions through an optional farm visit.
Honeymoon & Romantic Travel
The safari-to-beach combination can be customized for couples celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary or other special occasion.
Accommodation, room categories, private transfers and additional beach nights can be arranged according to availability.
From the open grasslands of the Maasai Mara and Serengeti to the beaches of Zanzibar, this itinerary combines wildlife, adventure, culture and relaxation in one East African journey.
Share your travel dates, number of travelers, preferred accommodation level and Zanzibar beach preferences, and we can tailor the safari and beach holiday around your plans.
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