10 Days Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife and Zanzibar Safari

Overview

This 10-day safari combines the best of East Africa’s wildlife and coastal beauty. From the iconic Masai Mara and Serengeti plains to the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara, your journey continues to the idyllic white-sand beaches of Zanzibar. An ideal trip for wildlife enthusiasts and beach lovers alike .

Safari Highlights

• Masai Mara’s Big Five game drives

• Serengeti’s vast savannahs and migration routes

• Ngorongoro Crater’s unique ecosystem

• Tree-climbing lions at Lake Manyara

• Relaxing beach escape in Zanzibar

• Cultural Stone Town and Dhow cruise experiences

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Pick-up and Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or be picked from your Nairobi hotel. After a short safari briefing, drive through the scenic Rift Valley to Masai Mara. Enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot zebras, giraffes, impalas, and other wildlife .

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara

Spend the day on extensive game drives in the Masai Plains with picnic lunch. Spot lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and more. The Masai Mara hosts some of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, including the Big Five .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Transfer to Serengeti National Park

Cross the Isebania border into Tanzania. Meet your new guide and proceed to Serengeti with an en-route game drive. The Serengeti is one of the world’s greatest wildlife regions, home to around 3 million animals .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Explore the Serengeti on morning and afternoon game drives. Look out for the Great Migration, big cats, and countless herbivores including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, giraffes, cheetahs, and hyenas .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Drive to Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the crater for a game drive in this UNESCO-listed site. Visit Olduvai Gorge archaeological site en route. The Ngorongoro Crater is home to over 25,000 large mammals and offers the best chance to see the endangered black rhino .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Drive to Lake Manyara National Park

Enjoy a game drive and admire Lake Manyara’s flamingos and unique tree-climbing lions. The park is known for its diverse landscapes—open grassy plains, primate-filled woodlands, and baobab-dotted cliffs .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Drive to Arusha

Transfer to Arusha with scenic stops. Arrive and relax at your lodge. Arusha is the safari capital of Tanzania and serves as the gateway to the northern circuit parks .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Flight to Zanzibar + Stone Town Tour

Fly from Arusha to Zanzibar. On arrival, enjoy a guided tour of Stone Town’s historic streets and culture. Stone Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich history of Swahili, Arabian, Indian, and European influences .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Zanzibar Island Tour

Visit Menai Bay for snorkeling and swimming. End the day with a traditional dhow cruise. Enjoy breathtaking views of the sunset over the Indian Ocean and immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance of the coast .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: End of Safari

After a relaxed breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home .

Meals: Breakfast

End of Tour

Inclusions

• All accommodation as specified in the itinerary

• All meals during the safari

• Private 4×4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide

• All park entrance fees and government taxes

• Unlimited bottled water during game drives

• Domestic flight from Arusha to Zanzibar

• Stone Town guided tour

• Menai Bay snorkeling trip

• Traditional dhow cruise

Exclusions

• International flights

• Visa fees

• Travel and medical insurance

• Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, laundry, souvenirs)

• Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff

• Optional activities not listed in the itinerary