Zanzibar beach and traditional dhow on an East African bush and island holiday

11 Days | 10 Nights | Kenya & Zanzibar

Kenya Bush & Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Pair game drives in the Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Ol Pejeta with four all-inclusive nights at a Zanzibar beach resort.

Overview

Kenya's wildlife and Zanzibar's island coast

Begin in Nairobi and travel by 4x4 Land Cruiser to the Maasai Mara for a three-night full-board stay. Continue to Naivasha for two nights, including a Lake Nakuru excursion, then travel to Sweetwaters for an overnight stay and game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Transfer to Nairobi for your flight to Zanzibar, where four all-inclusive nights at a beach resort complete the journey.

This sample itinerary is subject to camp and resort availability, road conditions, and flight schedules. Confirmed flight routing and transfer timings will be provided with your quote.

Zanzibar spice farm experience

Sample Itinerary

Ten nights from Kenya's bush to Zanzibar

Game drives and transfers may be adjusted to accommodate camp arrangements, road conditions, park rules, and flight schedules.

Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara

Meet your driver in Nairobi and travel to the Maasai Mara by 4x4 Land Cruiser, enjoying scenic views on the way. Check in at camp for three nights on a full-board basis. Relax before an evening game drive, then return for dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive – Maasai Mara

After an early breakfast, head out for a full-day game drive with a packed picnic lunch from camp. Explore the reserve and its wildlife before returning in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Maasai Mara Game Drives

Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast, then go out again for a mid-morning drive. Return to camp for lunch before an afternoon game drive, dinner, and overnight.

Day 4: Maasai Mara – Naivasha

After breakfast, check out and drive to Naivasha through scenic landscapes. Check in at the lodge for two nights on a full-board basis. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, then enjoy dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park Excursion

After an early breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park with a packed picnic lunch from the lodge. Enjoy game drives in search of wildlife, including rhinos, giraffes, and bird species. Return to Naivasha in the afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Day 6: Naivasha – Sweetwaters, Ol Pejeta Conservancy

After breakfast, check out and drive to Sweetwaters near Nanyuki. Check in at camp for a one-night full-board stay and enjoy an afternoon game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, known for its wildlife and conservation work. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 7: Sweetwaters – Nairobi – Zanzibar

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Nairobi for your flight to Zanzibar, subject to flight schedules. On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to the beach resort for a four-night all-inclusive stay. Relax for the rest of the day, then enjoy dinner and overnight at the resort.

Day 8: Zanzibar – Day at Leisure

Enjoy a full day at leisure at the resort. Relax on the beach, use the resort facilities, and make the most of your all-inclusive stay. Meals and overnight at the resort.

Day 9: Zanzibar – Day at Leisure

Spend another relaxing day at the beach or enjoying the resort amenities. Optional excursions, such as Stone Town or a spice farm visit, may be arranged at an additional cost. Meals and overnight at the resort.

Day 10: Zanzibar – Day at Leisure

Enjoy your final full day in Zanzibar at leisure, unwinding at the beach, enjoying the resort, or exploring the island at your own pace. Meals and overnight at the resort.

Day 11: Zanzibar – Nairobi – Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your flight to Nairobi. On arrival, connect to your international flight home.

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