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21 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari Adventure and Zanzibar Island Relaxation

21 Days 20 Night Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Island Bliss

A Journey Through the Wild Heart of East Africa and the Warmth of the Indian Ocean

Overview

Join us on the ultimate 21 Days East African journey—where thrilling safaris meet tropical serenity. From Kenya’s iconic Maasai Mara and Amboseli’s elephant herds to Tanzania’s Serengeti drama and the lush Ngorongoro Crater, every day is a wild safari adventure. End your journey with a luxurious six nights relaxation in Zanzibar’s sun-kissed beaches. This is where untamed beauty meets unforgettable escape.

Detailed East Africa Safari and Beach Holiday Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Nairobi – Gateway to the Wild

Your East Africa safari adventure begins the moment you arrive in Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital city. Upon landing, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your accommodation where you’ll settle in and unwind from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to explore a few city highlights like the Giraffe Centre or the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a safari briefing, preparing you for the thrilling days ahead.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Journey to Amboseli – Elephants and Kilimanjaro Views

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up in 4x4 safari land cruiser, and you’ll head south through the open plains and local villages toward Amboseli National Park, arriving just in time for lunch. Later in the afternoon, you’ll embark on your first game drive through the park, known for its massive herds of giant elephants and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak. The golden light of evening often paints the landscape in surreal hues—ideal for photography and wildlife viewing.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Explore the Wonders of Amboseli

As the sun rises behind Mount Kilimanjaro, you’ll head out for a morning game drive. This is the best time to catch predators returning from their night hunt and to watch elephants bathing in the swamps. After lunch, have some time to relax and again head out again in the afternoon, scanning the plains for lions, cheetahs, and a variety of birdlife. The day winds down with a peaceful sundowner, with Kilimanjaro casting its long shadow across the horizon. Overnight & Dinner at the lodge.

Meal Plan: 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) per day

Day 4: Through the Rift to Lake Nakuru

Leaving Amboseli behind, you’ll make your way north towards the Great Rift Valley, passing through scenic landscapes dotted with traditional Maasai homesteads. You can visit the Maasai village and interact with the local Maasai people, get to learn about their daily activities and indulge in their songs and dances. By afternoon, you’ll arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park, a bird watchers paradise, a sanctuary for endangered rhinos and home to an array of wildlife. You’ll enjoy a short game drive as you head to your accommodation, with chances to spot Rothschild giraffes, leopards, and flamingos gracing the lake’s edge.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Wildlife and Waterfalls in Nakuru

The morning brings another opportunity to explore the diverse habitats of Lake Nakuru. You’ll drive through acacia woodlands, rocky escarpments, and along the shores of the lake in search of lions, baboons, and waterbucks. You may choose to take a short walk to the picturesque Makalia Falls for a scenic break from the vehicle. The afternoon is yours to relax or enjoy an optional visit to the Menengai Crater viewpoint for sweeping views of the valley. Breakfast to be served at Makalia picnic site & you can enjoy a bush lunch at out of Africa view point picnic site.

Meal Plan: 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6: Birdsong and Boating in Naivasha

After breakfast, a short drive takes you to the serene shores of Lake Naivasha. Upon arrival, you’ll head out on a tranquil boat ride safari, gliding past pods of hippos and watching fish eagles dive for their catch. Later, you’ll walk among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes at Crescent Island—an unforgettable up-close wildlife encounter. In the evening, enjoy the stillness of the lake and the songs of birds echoing through the trees.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Into the Wild – Drive to Maasai Mara

Today, you journey into one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations—the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The drive takes you across the Mau Escarpment and into the golden savannahs that stretch as far as the eye can see. After settling in and enjoying lunch, you’ll venture out on an afternoon game drive safari. The Mara’s open plains make it easy to spot lions, elephants, and possibly the elusive leopard stalking its prey in the grass. Dinner & Overnight at the lodge

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner.

Day 8: Sunrise on the Savannah – Exploring the Mara

At first light, you’ll set out on a morning game drive when the wildlife is most active, this is the best time to witness a Kill. Watch as the plains come alive with grazing antelope, prowling predators, and birds in flight. After a restful lunch break, you’ll return to the wilderness for an afternoon game drive, perhaps following a pride of lions or encountering a journey of giraffes silhouetted against the setting sun.

Meal Plan: 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 9: The Majesty of the Mara River

Your third day in the Mara gives you the chance to explore deeper into the reserve. The morning begins with another exciting game drive, potentially leading you to the banks of the Mara River. Here, crocodiles and hippos bask in the sun, and during migration season, you may witness the unforgettable sight of wildebeest crossings. The afternoon offers another round of exploration, uncovering hidden corners of this wildlife-rich land.

Optional activity: You can rise before dawn for an unforgettable hot air balloon safari, drifting silently over the savannah as the sun rises, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush after a safe landing.

Meal Plan: 3 Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 10: Cross into Tanzania – The Legendary Serengeti

Today you’ll depart early, driving to the Isebania border and transitioning into Tanzania. After clearing immigration, you’ll be met by your Tanzanian drive guide who will lead you on an exciting drive through the vast plains of Serengeti National Park. This iconic park welcomes you with endless plains and an abundance of wildlife. As you make your way to your camp, keep your eyes open—every journey in the Serengeti is part of the safari.

Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Morning and Afternoon Game Drives in the Serengeti

Begin your day with a game drive at dawn, a magical time to witness predators like lions and hyenas active before the heat of the day sets in. After breakfast and a short rest, head out again in the afternoon to explore another section of the park. Depending on the season, you may follow the Great Migration or focus on resident game like giraffes, buffaloes, and cheetahs stretched across the plains.

Meal Plan: 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 12: Another Day of Discovery in the Serengeti

The Serengeti is vast, and today you’ll cover new ground with two game drives—morning and afternoon. You may choose to explore the rocky kopjes that serve as lion lookout posts or visit waterholes where elephants gather. Each moment on the plains tells a different story, and your guide will tailor the experience based on wildlife movement.

Optional activity: Add a sunrise hot air balloon safari experience for a breathtaking perspective over this land of giants.

Meal Plan: 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 13: Journey to the Ngorongoro Highlands

After a leisurely breakfast and morning game drive, you’ll begin the journey southeast toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, you may choose to stop at the Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site that tells the story of early human life. As you ascend into the highlands, cooler air and misty hills replace the warm plains. From the crater rim, you’ll catch your first glimpse of the world’s largest unbroken caldera—a sight to behold.

Meal Plan: 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 14: Ngorongoro Crater Exploration & Flight to Zanzibar

This morning, you’ll descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in what many call the "Eden of Africa." This unique ecosystem hosts black rhinos, elephants, lions, and thousands of flamingos that line the soda lake. After your game drive and a picnic lunch in the Ngorongoro crater floor, you’ll transfer to the nearby airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival on the Zanzibar island, you’ll be met and transferred to your beach accommodation, where the sound of the indian ocean will lull you to sleep. For the next 7 days you will be enjoying an All-inclusive meal plan at your beach resort.