14 Day Zanzibar, Tanzania and Kenya Overland
This wonderful 14-day tour takes you to Kenya and Tanzania’s most renowned National Parks and to the beautiful island of Zanzibar. This is the perfect combination of safari’s and beach.
We begin with an island excursion where you will spend three days relaxing on the beach and there is a huge variety of activities. Rent a scooter, go scuba diving or explore the vibrant markets of Stone Town. After Zanzibar, it is safari time! You will visit the well-known Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater where your days are filled with game drives. On day 10 it’s time to head to Kenya where you will visit the superb Masai Mara National Reserve and then Lake Nakuru National Park, famed for its blanket of pink flamingos on the lake. The tour comes to a close in Nairobi city. Don’t miss out. Book Now!
Tour Details
Day 1
Dar es Salaam – Nungwi, Zanzibar
Boarding the ferry to Zanzibar this morning we make the ocean journey to the island of Zanzibar. On arrival, we will partake in a Spice Tour before reaching Nungwi on the northern point of the island. Our home for the next two nights, Nungwi offers a perfect stop to enjoy the beaches and activities on offer.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activity: Snorkelling, Sunset Sailing Trips
Day 2
Nungwi, Zanzibar
Today is a free day for enjoying some of the many attractions and activities on offer. Water sports are the order of the day and Nungwi offers fishing, snorkelling, scuba diving and a variety of ocean safari options. Whatever it is you chose to do today, you will have ample opportunity to create some island memories. Rent a scooter and explore the many attractions on offer or simply relax on the beach and soak up the sun.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Optional Activity: Jozani Forest, Village Tour, Turtle Sanctuary Visit, Scuba Diving, Fishing, Snorkelling.
Day 3
Nungwi – Stone Town, Zanzibar
Our visit to Nungwi comes to an end today as we travel to Stone Town this afternoon. Boasting a rich history this bustling port was once a landmark on both the Slave and Spice trade routes. We overnight here before returning to Dar es Salaam in the morning.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Zanzibar – Bagamoyo
This morning we have some time to explore the sights of Stone Town, the rich history and vibrant markets are some of the highlights of any visit to Zanzibar. We bid farewell to the island this afternoon and board our return ferry, on arrival in Dar es Salaam make the short journey north to Bagamoyo where we make our stop for the night.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Bagamoyo – Arusha
Heading north this morning we travel across the northern reaches of Tanzania, our destination tonight is the bustling town of Arusha which is our launching point for the Serengeti. Northern Tanzania is home to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Kilimanjaro. This evening we will briefed on the excursion to Serengeti by our local guide as we prepare for the coming days.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Arusha – Serengeti National Park
The following days are set aside for the 3-night camping excursion into the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. This area has one of the most densely inhabited large animal populations in Africa. The Serengeti excursion is in open topped 4×4 safari vehicles in order to tackle the challenging side roads in the parks. We leave our accommodation in the morning and drive to the Serengeti. On arrival, we will start with our first game drive.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Serengeti National Park
We spend the entire day game driving through the Serengeti. Our route is depending on the movement of the game and sightings.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Serengeti National Park & Ngorongoro Crater
Today we explore more of the Serengeti and make our way to the famous Ngorongoro Crater. We drive down to the bottom of the Crater, where we try and see as many animals as possible.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9
Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha
Returning to Arusha tonight we share out experiences of the Serengeti and prepare for the trip to Nairobi tomorrow.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10
Kenya – Nairobi
We cross the border into Kenya this morning and make our way to Nairobi.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activity: Dinner
Day 11
Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve
We leave the capital of Nairobi and travel to the Masai Mara, world renowned for its endless plains of wild animals and spectacular beauty. The visit to the Masai Mara is operated in safari type vehicles and not the Nomad truck. For this reason, you are asked to pack a small overnight bag to travel with. You will need your towel, clothes, toiletries and camping essentials.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12
Masai Mara National Reserve
The rolling grasslands of the Masai Mara offer ideal game viewing and photographic opportunities. Some of the other animals that could be found here include elephant, black rhino, buffalo, leopard, cheetah, wildebeest, zebra and gazelle. Hippo and crocodile abound in the muddy brown waters of the rivers, which traverse this reserve. Today we will spend the entire day game driving through the Mara in search of all the animals.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13
Masai Mara National Reserve – Lake Nakuru National Park
This morning we bid the Mara farewell before heading to Lake Nakuru National Park, here we will enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park. Lake Nakuru is home to large flocks of Flamingos and pelicans as well as black & white rhino, leopard, lion and numerous buck. Originally created as a bird sanctuary, Lake Nakuru was upgraded to National Park status in 1968.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14
Lake Nakuru National Park – Nairobi
We rise early and say farewell to Lake Nakuru and head towards Nairobi. Upon arrival in Nairobi, we will visit the Nairobi Giraffe Centre, followed by a game drive through the Nairobi National Park. The Nairobi National Park is home to black rhino, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena and so much more.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Activity: Dinner
Activity Package
Listed below are activities and highlights that form part of an “Optional Activity Package”. You will need to purchase this package if you would like to partake in what we consider to be “essential activities” on our tours. The Activity Package has been written into the itinerary of the tour so please keep this in mind as if you don’t book the package, the activities won’t be included. We suggest that you prebook and prepay for your Activity Package to ensure availability.
- 4-Day Serengeti camping excursion
- Nairobi National Park & Giraffe Centre