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Kenya & Tanzania Safari Adventure with Zanzibar
Travel in a small group through Kenya and Tanzania, crossing open plains, national parks and lake landscapes known for remarkable wildlife. Look out for wildebeest on their seasonal migration, spot...
Travel in a small group through Kenya and Tanzania, crossing open plains, national parks and lake landscapes known for remarkable wildlife. Look out for wildebeest on their seasonal migration, spot hippos from the water and savor Swahili flavors shaped by coastal spices and local traditions. Your journey continues to Zanzibar, where time on the coast brings a different side of East Africa. Beyond its beaches and clear blue sea, the Spice Island reveals a rich trading history, layered architecture and cultural influences shaped by Africa, Arabia, India and Europe.
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Dining Summary
- 16 Dinner (D)
- 16 Breakfast (B)
- 13 Lunch (L)
Must-see Highlights
- Visit Solio Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Game Reserve, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire National Park and Stone Town
- View Thomsons Falls in Nyahururu
Be My Guest
- Kerugoya: Built in 1962 and set in rural Kerugoya town on the foothills of Mt. Kenya, the house is located within an operational coffee and tea estate. It is the home of the late Geoffrey Kariithi, a pre-eminent civil servant in Kenya’s first independence government, now run and managed by his daughter Grace. While at the house you will have the opportunity to discover and learn about the complete process of coffee and tea production, from planting to processing, and enjoy local cuisine including a sample of the region's tea and coffee.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Solio Game Reserve: Join a local ranger at Solio Game Reserve to hear how one of Kenya’s most successful rhino sanctuary protects endangered species. Learn about anti-poaching efforts and the rewilding of black and white rhinos before heading out on a game drive through this ground-breaking conservancy. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Iconic Experience
- Lake Nakuru: Stop to take in the thunderous power of Thomson's Falls.
- Lake Nakuru: See the birds of Lake Nakuru National Park and marvel at the flamingos that crowd the water's edge.
- Lake Naivasha: Enjoy a boat ride as you search for the hippos in Lake Naivasha.
- Lake Naivasha: Marvel at the wonderous wildlife on your Crescent Island Visit.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: Embark on a journey through the wilderness as you enjoy the sights of the best game viewing in the world at Maasai Mara National Reserve.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: Full day in the Mara with morning and afternoon game drives to explore its vast plains and rolling hills with more game spotting opportunities.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: Head to a Maasai village in the Maasai Mara National Reserve and get a feel for their everyday life. After a guided tour of the village, you’ll see the warriors’ famous jumping dance and give bush hunting skills a go with the Maasai people.
- Serengeti: Keep your eyes peeled for the hidden wildlife at the Serengeti National Park.
- Serengeti: Discover the vast beauty and incredible wildlife of the Serengeti National Park.
- Ngorongoro Crater: Venture into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater and explore its forests and wildlife.
- Lake Manyara: Enjoy a scenic drive through Lake Manyara National Park as you watch for the tree-climbing lions.
- Tarangire National Park: Tarangire National Park is renowned for its majestic elephants. Glimpse these and other animal inhabitants of the park, and take in the unique landscape during your drive today.
- Zanzibar: Taste and smell the spices, herbs and fruits that helped Zanzibar earn its title of 'The Spice Island'.
- Zanzibar: Join a Local Specialist and explore UNESCO-listed Stone Town, the heart and soul of Zanzibar.
Trafalgar Difference
- The Naivasha hotel traces its roots back to the 1930s when it was first opened as a staging post for Imperial Airways flying boat service from Durban to Dublin. With the Country Club's colonial architecture and sprawling 55- acre gardens, experience a slice of natural paradise.
Dive into Culture
- Lake Manyara: Meet the farming community of Mto Wa Mbu on a guided walk through local villages, farmlands and markets. Learn how daily life is shaped by the land, meet the people who call this place home and try traditional banana beer before sitting down to Swahili cuisine prepared by local women.
- Tour
- Kenya
- Tanzania
- Trafalgar
- Small Group
- Regional Explorer
Details
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar
- Start City
- Nairobi
- End City
- Kilimanjaro
- Duration (Days)
- 17
- Activity Level
- Regional Explorer
Highlights
- Small Group
- Regional Explorer
Pricing & departures
| Option | From | Departs | Returns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin | USD 10,950 | January 9, 2027 | January 25, 2027 |
| Single | USD 12,070 | January 9, 2027 | January 25, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 11,795 | January 30, 2027 | February 15, 2027 |
| Single | USD 13,235 | January 30, 2027 | February 15, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 10,695 | February 27, 2027 | March 15, 2027 |
| Single | USD 11,845 | February 27, 2027 | March 15, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 9,595 | April 3, 2027 | April 19, 2027 |
| Single | USD 10,405 | April 3, 2027 | April 19, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 9,395 | May 1, 2027 | May 17, 2027 |
| Single | USD 10,205 | May 1, 2027 | May 17, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 11,075 | May 29, 2027 | June 14, 2027 |
| Single | USD 12,385 | May 29, 2027 | June 14, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 11,075 | June 5, 2027 | June 21, 2027 |
| Single | USD 12,385 | June 5, 2027 | June 21, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 11,195 | June 12, 2027 | June 28, 2027 |
| Single | USD 12,525 | June 12, 2027 | June 28, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 11,195 | June 19, 2027 | July 5, 2027 |
| Single | USD 12,525 | June 19, 2027 | July 5, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,450 | June 26, 2027 | July 12, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,020 | June 26, 2027 | July 12, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | July 3, 2027 | July 19, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | July 3, 2027 | July 19, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | July 10, 2027 | July 26, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | July 10, 2027 | July 26, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | July 17, 2027 | August 2, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | July 17, 2027 | August 2, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | July 24, 2027 | August 9, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | July 24, 2027 | August 9, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | July 31, 2027 | August 16, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | July 31, 2027 | August 16, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | August 7, 2027 | August 23, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | August 7, 2027 | August 23, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | August 14, 2027 | August 30, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | August 14, 2027 | August 30, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | August 28, 2027 | September 13, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | August 28, 2027 | September 13, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | September 4, 2027 | September 20, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | September 4, 2027 | September 20, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,950 | September 11, 2027 | September 27, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,570 | September 11, 2027 | September 27, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,650 | September 25, 2027 | October 11, 2027 |
| Single | USD 14,260 | September 25, 2027 | October 11, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 12,450 | October 9, 2027 | October 25, 2027 |
| Single | USD 13,980 | October 9, 2027 | October 25, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 11,025 | October 30, 2027 | November 15, 2027 |
| Single | USD 12,145 | October 30, 2027 | November 15, 2027 |
| Twin | USD 11,025 | December 4, 2027 | December 20, 2027 |
| Single | USD 12,145 | December 4, 2027 | December 20, 2027 |
Day by day
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Day 1
Jambo (Hello) Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital and the starting point for your small group safari. A Trafalgar Representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel, giving you an easy start after your journey. This evening, meet your Driver Guide and fellow travelers over dinner at Carnivore, a well-known Nairobi restaurant. Hear more about the days ahead as you prepare to travel from the city to Kenya’s national parks and wildlife-rich landscapes. Locations: Nairobi
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Day 2
Journey to Aberdare National Park Area
This morning, you'll visit a historic home during a special Be My Guest experience and have an opportunity to enjoy local cuisine and to sample the region's tea and coffee. Afterward, head north to the scenic Aberdare Highlands, your home for the next two nights. Here, you can spot zebra, warthog and impala grazing nearby. Spend a peaceful afternoon by the pool or choose to join an Optional Experience, exploring the lush ravines and moorlands of Aberdare National Park's striking landscape. Locations: Nairobi, Aberdare National Park
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Day 3
Explore Solio Game Reserve
Begin the day with your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Solio Game Reserve, Kenya’s leading rhino sanctuary. Hear from a local ranger about the critical conservation work protecting endangered black and white rhinos, then head out on a guided game drive through the reserve. This is one of the best places in Africa to see these rare animals in the wild. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure or choose from a selection of Optional Experiences. You might explore the Aberdare countryside on a mountain bike, head out on horseback or take another game drive. Locations: Aberdare National Park, Solio Game Reserve, Aberdare National Park
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Day 4
Onwards to Lake Nakuru National Park
Have your camera ready for a photo stop at the stunning Thomson's Falls, then continue your journey into the heart of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park. Known as a birdwatcher’s haven with over 400 species, the park is also home to lions and leopards. With your expert Driver Guide leading the way, you’ll uncover the park’s hidden gems this afternoon, from elusive wildlife to breathtaking vistas. After a day of adventure, settle in for an unforgettable overnight stay right within the park, where morning greets you with stunning views of Lake Nakuru. Locations: Aberdare National Park, Lake Nakuru
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Day 5
Admire Lake Naivasha
Start early with your Driver Guide and small group on a 4x4 game drive along the shores of Lake Nakuru. As the park comes to life, look for flamingos, pelicans and other birdlife on the water, with the chance to spot rhino, zebra and buffalo grazing nearby. Continue to Lake Naivasha for lunch, then take to the water by boat as you search for hippos. Later, join a Local Specialist on Crescent Island, where you’ll walk among zebra, impala and giraffe before your Stays with Stories experience at Lake Naivasha Country Club, a historic property set on the lakeshore. Locations: Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha
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Day 6
Off to the Iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve
Venture across the Great Rift Valley to the savannah wilderness of Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve, whose promise of some of the best game viewing in the world attracts safari enthusiasts the world over. Your home for the next two nights is in the heart of the National Reserve, ensuring you'll have the opportunity to see wildlife from the moment you head out on your safari game drives. Locations: Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Day 7
A Day to Discover the Maasai Mara
Get up close and personal with the incredible wildlife that calls the Maasai Mara home on this morning’s safari, where you’ll be on the lookout for Africa’s famous Big 5: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalo. Immerse yourself in local culture with a visit to an authentic Maasai village. Watch as the warriors showcase their amazing jumping skills, then take a guided tour to get a real feel for daily life in this vibrant community. Learn the secrets of bush hunting from the Maasai before heading back to the lodge for lunch. Keep your eyes on the trees for flashes of color as Bee-eaters, Rollers and Hoopoes dart about, before heading back out on your game drive in one of the world’s most legendary safari destinations. Locations: Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Day 8
Continue to Serene Lake Victoria
Say a heartfelt kwaheri (goodbye) to Kenya and your Driver Guide as you cross the border into Tanzania. After completing immigration formalities, meet your new Driver Guide and board your Tanzania 4x4. Head to the shores of Africa’s largest lake, Lake Victoria, where your accommodation awaits. Don’t miss the chance to stroll to the water's edge and witness a breathtaking sunset over the lake. Locations: Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Victoria
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Day 9
Travel to Serengeti National Park
Begin your day with a peaceful moment by the tranquil waters of Lake Victoria, soaking in the morning serenity before heading to the legendary Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The endless plains of the Serengeti provide the perfect backdrop for your 4x4 safari, where you’ll be tracking lions, leopards, and cheetahs. After lunch at your accommodation, set out once more to explore more of this remarkable landscape and its hidden treasures. Locations: Lake Victoria, Serengeti
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Day 10
Safari in the Serengeti
The Serengeti’s reputation for wildlife viewing is second to none. This is the home to one of nature’s greatest shows—the Great Migration. Set off on a full-day game drive with your Driver Guide, who’ll share stories about the annual journey made by over a million wildebeest as they travel across the Mara River in search of greener pastures. As you traverse the plains dotted with Acacia trees, stay on the lookout for wildlife. Each turn reveals a new facet of this vast, breathtaking national park, from its varied ecosystems to its iconic landscapes. Locations: Serengeti
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Day 11
Discover the Ngorongoro Crater
Leave the Serengeti behind and head toward the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Get ready for an unforgettable descent into the vast Ngorongoro Crater, where you’ll explore lush forests and sweeping grasslands in search of elephants, lions, zebras and wildebeest. After a scenic picnic lunch on the crater floor, you’ll begin your climb back to the rim, taking in the dramatic views. Tonight, settle into your accommodation nestled in green farmlands, with panoramic vistas to enjoy before the day ends. Locations: Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
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Day 12
Venture to Lake Manyara
A short drive takes you to Mto wa Mbu, where you’ll Dive into Culture with your small group on a village walk through farmlands and markets. Meet local people, hear how the land shapes daily life and sample banana beer before sitting down to a home-cooked lunch prepared by local women, who share how each dish is made. Later, set out on a game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, looking for tree-climbing lions, elephants and birdlife along the forest, plains and lake shore. Locations: Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara
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Day 13
Traverse Tarangire National Park
Today, you’ll head to Tarangire National Park, arriving just in time for lunch at your lodge. Take a moment to relax or get acquainted with the friendly tree hyraxes that like to hang around. For your final game drive of the trip, Tarangire’s one-of-a-kind landscape awaits. Giant baobabs, flat-topped acacias, and towering termite mounds dot the plains. Your Driver Guide will be on the lookout for the area's impressive elephant herds, giving you the chance to admire these gentle giants up close as they search for the juiciest vegetation. Locations: Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
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Day 14
On to Arusha and Zanzibar
The rich aroma of local coffee lingers in the air as you savor lunch at one of Tanzania's largest coffee plantations. Then it’s time to say a sad farewell to your new friends and Safari Driver Guide, as you travel to Arusha for the internal flight to Zanzibar. Touching down in island paradise, you'll be transferred to your hotel in time to settle in to your resort and then enjoy dinner. Locations: Tarangire National Park, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar
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Day 15
Stone Town and Spice Tour
What better way to connect with your multi-cultural surrounds than embarking on a walking tour of UNESCO-listed Stone Town with a Local Specialist? Peel back the layers of Zanzibar’s colorful history as you wander through winding alleyways and admire the intricately carved doors distinctive of this Swahili coastal trading town. Visit the former slave market, the House of Wonders, the Sultan's Palace Museum and the Old Arab Fort, unearthing the soul-stirring history of this former trading hub. Later, discover Zanzibar’s reputation as the 'Spice Island', embarking on a Dive Into Culture visit to a shamba (spice farm) with a local guide. Taste and smell the spices, herbs and fruits and learn how they’ve been cultivated and used for centuries. Locations: Zanzibar
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Day 16
Embrace Island Paradise in Zanzibar
Kick off your shoes and let the warm sand sink between your toes on Zanzibar’s exquisite beaches. Wade into the clear, warm turquoise waters and immerse yourself in the latest bestseller under swaying palm trees. Make the most of your day in paradise and join an Optional Experience full-day cruise aboard a traditional dhow boat. Set sail from a traditional fishing village, keeping your eyes peeled for glimpses of the tropical fish beneath the water’s surface. You’ll pause on a sandbank where you can cool off in the ocean, and swim or snorkel to see the colorful marine life (all equipment is provided). Feast on a traditional Zanzibar seafood lunch before returning to the shore relaxed and revived. Locations: Zanzibar
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Day 17
Farewell Zanzibar
Enjoy a slower start to your final day with a few last hours in Zanzibar. Take in the island’s coastal setting, revisit a favorite spot or spend time with your small group before your journey comes to an end. Later, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight, saying farewell to the Spice Island and the travelers you’ve shared Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar with along the way. Locations: Zanzibar