Safari &Zanzibar
Beach Escape
14 Days · Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar · Luxury
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14 Days Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape
* Seasonal pricing applies. Excludes international flights & visas.
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Bush to Beach — The Ultimate East African Journey
Witness the raw drama of the Great Migration across Kenya's Maasai Mara and Tanzania's Serengeti, then let the Indian Ocean trade winds carry you to Zanzibar's white-sand shores. This 14-day expedition pairs the world's greatest wildlife spectacle with the island's timeless spice-scented luxury.
- Mara River CrossingsFront-row access to the thundering wildebeest crossings in prime season
- Zanzibar Beach RetreatFive nights on a private ocean-view villa on Zanzibar's northeast coast
- Seamless Bush-to-Island FlowAll internal flights pre-mapped — straight from Ngorongoro airstrip to Zanzibar
- Ngorongoro Crater DescentA full day inside the world's largest intact volcanic caldera
- Romantic Curated MomentsPrivate beach dinners, sunset dhow cruises, and bush star-light suppers
Five Legendary Destinations
Your journey traces the migration route from Kenya's famous crossing points south into Tanzania's boundless plains — then leaps east to Zanzibar's azure shores for a seamless bush-to-beach finale.
- Nairobi, KenyaArrival & Safari BriefingDay 1
- Maasai Mara, KenyaRiver Crossings & Big FiveDays 1–3
- Serengeti, TanzaniaEndless Plains & Migration HerdsDays 4–6
- Ngorongoro CraterCaldera Descent & Black RhinoDays 7–8
- Zanzibar IslandBeach, Reefs & Stone TownDays 9–14
Your 14-Day Journey
From Nairobi arrival to your final morning in Stone Town — every day crafted for maximum wildlife encounters and seamless relaxation.
Arrival & First Game Drive
Board a premier domestic flight from Nairobi into the rolling Maasai Mara savannah. Settle into your riverfront luxury tented camp, then head out for an afternoon cat-tracking drive as the wildebeest columns move across the plains.
Migration Lifecycle Tracking
A complete full day following the colossal columns of wildebeest. Witness the drama of the river crossings from prime positions selected by your expert guide. End the day with a private bush breakfast set under a lone acacia tree.
High Predator Activity
Traverse the Mara River networks tracking large lion prides and cheetah coalitions waiting along the migration lines. In the evening, savour a premium twilight sundowner on a private hilltop as the plains glow gold.
Cross Into Tanzania
Cross the border smoothly into Tanzania's iconic Serengeti ecosystem. The landscapes open into vast plains teeming with resident lions and leopards. Settle into your canvas lodge as the sky transitions from amber to deep indigo.
Endless Grass Plain Safaris
Dawn and dusk drives map the central granite kopjes. Heavy-maned lions defend territories across vast acreage while agile caracals roam the golden grasslands. The scale of this landscape is genuinely humbling.
Migration Herds & Star Dinner
Track migrating herds shifting across rich marsh boundaries. This evening a gourmet multi-course lantern-lit bush dinner is set perfectly under the stars of the southern hemisphere — one of the journey's defining moments.
Journey to the Crater Highlands
Travel south towards the lush volcanic highlands of Ngorongoro. Settle into an elegant stone lodge perched right on the caldera rim, where rolling mist drifts in from the crater floor 600 metres below.
Volcanic Caldera Exploration
Descend 600 metres into the world's largest enclosed caldera. Track rare black rhinos, massive bull elephants, and golden flamingos inside this extraordinary self-contained ecosystem that astonishes every first-time visitor.
Flight to Island Paradise
Transfer to the local runway for a scenic bush-to-beach flight to Zanzibar. The contrast from the red earth to turquoise water is breathtaking. Check into your ocean-front villa as the trade winds carry the scent of cloves and salt.
White Sand Beach Day
Savour a blissful, unstructured day on powder-white sands. The resort's wellness sanctuary overlooking the tides is available for separately booked treatments. The pace has changed completely — and that is exactly the point.
Indian Ocean Marine Safari
Board a traditional wooden dhow for a private marine safari. Snorkel vibrant coral gardens at the Mnemba Atoll reef, watching for spinner dolphins and sea turtles in the warm, crystal-clear waters.
Romantic Sunset Dhow Cruise
A relaxed villa day, then in the late afternoon a private sunset cruise departs with fine local appetisers and premium chilled champagne. The horizon turns rose gold as traditional dhows drift past in silhouette.
Spice Farm Walk & Beach Dinner
A private spice farm walk through organic cloves, vanilla, and nutmeg. Conclude your evening with a romantic candle-lit dinner right on the beach sands, under a sky full of stars, as the tide laps gently nearby.
Stone Town & Farewell
Stroll the winding coral alleyways of Stone Town — UNESCO-listed and alive with history. Pick up local souvenirs before your domestic connection to Dar es Salaam for your international flight home.
Handpicked Luxury Stays
Premium en-suite tented camps and lodges positioned along the migration route.
Mara Riverfront Camp
Exquisite canvas luxury set on the Mara River with spectacular wildlife corridors and private decks overlooking the crossing points.
Maasai Mara · Days 1–3
Serengeti Canvas Lodge
Bespoke tented setup positioned to closely track migration routes across the central Serengeti plains.
Northern Serengeti · Days 4–6
Ngorongoro Rim Lodge
Cosy stone-crafted chalets on the crater rim with panoramic views across the caldera — especially magical in the morning mist.
Ngorongoro · Days 7–8
Zanzibar Beach Villa
Ocean-view luxury villas on private sands. Steps from the water, with spa, infinity pool, and all the time in the world.
Zanzibar · Days 9–14Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All internal safari and island bush flights as specified in your quotation
- 13 nights' luxury tented camps & ocean villas
- Full board (safari) & half board (Zanzibar)
- 4x4 game drive vehicle with pop-up roof, arranged per your tier and quotation
- Expert local safari guide throughout
- Applicable national park and marine conservation fees as specified in your quotation
- Private marine dhow safari and sunset cruise (optional, separately quoted)
- Bush breakfasts, sundowners and star-lit beach dinners as arranged (premium options separately quoted)
- Bottled water and soft drinks on game drives
- All airport and airstrip transfers
- 24/7 island concierge service in Zanzibar
Excluded
- International flights to/from Nairobi or Dar es Salaam
- Kenya and Tanzania tourist visas
- Comprehensive travel insurance (mandatory)
- Hot air balloon safari (optional add-on, separately quoted)
- Premium bar tabs within beach resorts
- Gratuities for guides, camp staff and drivers
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Personal items and medications
- Anything not specified under Included
Have questions about what's included? Our specialists are happy to clarify.
Speak to a SpecialistChoose Your Experience Level
Select the accommodation tier that matches your style. All tiers include the same guiding and routing.
- Comfortable tented camps & Zanzibar resort
- En-suite tents and beach bungalows
- Full board (safari) + half board (beach)
- All activities & transfers
- Expert safari guide
- Premium luxury camps & ocean villas
- Plunge pools & private decks
- Full-board dining on safari + half board beach, as specified in your quotation
- Private vehicle (exclusive use, subject to tier confirmation and quotation)
- Sunset dhow cruise and beach dinner (optional, separately quoted)
- Senior master guide
- Singita / &Beyond flagship camps
- Private villa & swim-out suite Zanzibar
- Full-board dining as specified in your quotation; spa services separately quoted where available
- Dedicated private guide & vehicle (tier-specific arrangement, confirmed at quotation)
- Hot air balloon and dive day available as separately quoted optional extras
- Personal safari & island concierge
What Our Guests Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often.
We map an assisted transfer. Our team handles your luggage at the bush airstrips and coordinates everything straight to Zanzibar's domestic runway. You simply enjoy the view from your window seat.
We recommend neutral-coloured safari layers (khakis, olives, tans) for game drives, alongside light breathable linens and swimwear for Zanzibar. A light layer for Ngorongoro's cool mornings is also advisable.
Applicable national park fees, crater floor permits, and Zanzibar resort hospitality taxes depend on your itinerary and quotation — your specialist will confirm exactly which authority charges apply to your trip.
Absolutely. We offer tailored romantic touches including surprise private beach dinners, villa flower arrangements, in-room champagne on arrival, and custom sunset marine safaris — all on request.
River crossings in the Maasai Mara peak between July and October. We recommend booking 6–9 months in advance for peak season dates, particularly for the luxury and ultra-luxury tiers where camp capacity is limited.
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Spaces on this safari are strictly limited to preserve exclusivity. Contact our specialists today to check availability and begin planning your perfect East African escape.