Magical Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar Beach

Arrival in Nairobi

Welcome to Kenya. Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, you will be warmly met and transferred to your boutique hotel in the peaceful Karen suburb.

Settle into your cottage surrounded by lush gardens—an inviting space for both adults and children to relax after the journey. The open lawns and relaxed atmosphere make this an ideal first stop, offering room to unwind and adjust at your own pace.

Overnight: Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages

Nairobi to Maasai Mara

This morning brings your first unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Visit the inspiring David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where orphaned baby elephants are cared for before being reintroduced into the wild—a truly special experience for all ages. Continue to the Giraffe Centre, where you can stand eye-to-eye with endangered Rothschild’s giraffes—often a favorite moment for younger travelers.

Later, fly to the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival, your safari begins immediately with game viewing en route to camp.

Arrive at your tented camp overlooking the Mara River, where wildlife sightings are often just steps away.

Overnight: Ilkeliani Camp

Maasai Mara Safari

Today is dedicated to exploring the remarkable wildlife of the Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Game drives are designed with flexibility in mind—allowing for exciting wildlife sightings while keeping a comfortable pace for younger travelers. Your guide will help bring the safari to life by sharing stories, tracking animals, and pointing out fascinating details—from animal footprints to bird calls.

Expect encounters with lions, elephants, giraffes, and vast herds of plains game. Between drives, return to camp to relax, recharge, and enjoy time together in the heart of the African wilderness.

Overnight: Ilkeliani Camp

Maasai Mara to Serengeti

Today, continue your journey across East Africa’s most iconic ecosystems as you travel into Tanzania’s legendary Serengeti National Park.

Flying into Seronera Airstrip, the transition from the Mara to the Serengeti unfolds below—vast, uninterrupted plains stretching as far as the eye can see.

Upon arrival, enjoy game viewing en route to your lodge, where wildlife is never far away.

Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Upgrade Option: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Serengeti National Park

Awaken to the sounds of the African bush and set out to explore Serengeti National Park.

Today’s game drives offer opportunities to witness predators and prey in action, as well as quieter moments observing wildlife behavior. Your guide will tailor the experience to keep everyone engaged—whether tracking lions, spotting cheetahs, or identifying animals together as a family.

A picnic lunch in the bush adds to the sense of adventure before continuing your afternoon safari.

Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Upgrade Option: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Serengeti Safari

Another day unfolds in the Serengeti, where every game drive brings new discoveries.

From dramatic wildlife sightings to playful moments watching young animals at ease, the Serengeti offers something for every age. Guides often incorporate fun learning moments—such as tracking animal prints or explaining survival strategies—making the experience both exciting and educational.

Return to camp in the evening to relax under the African sky.

Overnight: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Upgrade Option: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

After breakfast, journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Along the way, visit a traditional Maasai Village, where you’ll gain insight into local traditions and daily life—an engaging cultural experience for both adults and children.

Continue to Olduvai Gorge, where some of the earliest evidence of human history was discovered—bringing a fascinating educational element to the journey.

Arrive at the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, where sweeping views create a truly unforgettable setting.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Upgrade Option: Ngorongoro Lions Paw Camp

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Today’s adventure takes you into the extraordinary Ngorongoro Crater.

Descending into the crater feels like entering a hidden world, where wildlife roams freely across open plains. This is one of the best places in Africa to see the Big Five, often within a single day.

With its compact landscape and high concentration of animals, the crater offers exciting and rewarding wildlife viewing—ideal for keeping younger travelers engaged throughout the day.

Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before returning to your lodge.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Upgrade Option: Ngorongoro Lions Paw Camp

Departure or Zanzibar Extension

After breakfast, begin your journey back toward Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward travels.

Alternatively, continue your adventure with a beach escape to Zanzibar, flying from Arusha Airport.

Zanzibar at Leisure

Enjoy a full day at leisure. Families can relax on the beach, swim in calm waters, or explore optional activities such as snorkeling or a visit to historic Stone Town.

Overnight: Langi Langi Beach Bungalows

Upgrade Option: LUX Marijani

Departure

Transfer to Stone Town Airport for your international departure.