Mara to Serengeti Overland Adventure with Zanzibar Countries: Kenya & Tanzania Route: Nairobi → Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara → Isebania Border → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Tarangire → Zanzibar Experience: Big Five • Great Migration • Crater safari • Cultural encounters • Indian Ocean beaches Transport: Private 4x4 Land Cruisers + Flight to Zanzibar Ideal for: International travelers, honeymooners, photographers & wildlife enthusiasts This grand East African safari follows the natural wildlife corridor from Kenya’s Maasai Mara into Tanzania’s Serengeti, offering an unmatched diversity of landscapes, cultures, and wildlife. The adventure concludes with a tranquil escape to Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches — the perfect ending to an unforgettable journey. ACCOMMODATION 4 CLASSIC Location Property Nairobi Nairobi Serena Hotel Lake Nakuru Flamingo Hill Camp Maasai Mara Mara Sopa Lodge Musoma Musoma area lodge Serengeti Serengeti Serena Lodge Ngorongoro Ngorongoro Farm House Tarangire Tarangire Sopa Lodge Zanzibar Upmarket beach resort 5 LUXURY Location Property Nairobi Hemingways Nairobi Lake Nakuru The Cliff Maasai Mara Saruni Mara / Sala’s Camp Serengeti Four Seasons Serengeti Ngorongoro The Manor at Ngorongoro Tarangire Tarangire Treetops Zanzibar Zuri Zanzibar PRICING — MID / HIGH SEASON Includes two safari vehicles (Kenya & Tanzania) Includes Arusha → Zanzibar flight 4 CLASSIC PACKAGE Pax Price Per Person 2 Pax $7,350 4 Pax $6,450 6 Pax $5,980 Single Supplement: +$1,250 5 LUXURY PACKAGE Pax Price Per Person 2 Pax $12,200 4 Pax $11,100 6 Pax $10,450 Single Supplement: +$2,450 SEASONAL ADJUSTMENTS Season Period Adjustment Low Season Mar – May -10% Mid Season Nov – mid Dec Standard High Season Jan – Feb, Jun – Oct +15–25% Peak Migration Jul – Sept +35% OPTIONAL ADD-ONS Experience Price Balloon Safari (Mara/Serengeti) $550 pp Maasai Village Visit $40 Zanzibar Stone Town Tour $80 Spice Farm Tour $60 Dolphin Tour $100 Private Beach Dinner From $150 per couple
Meals: Bed & Breakfast Overnight: Nairobi Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, take time to relax and recover from your journey. Optional Experiences (Time Permitting) Visit the Giraffe Centre for an up-close encounter with Rothschild giraffes Explore the Karen Blixen Museum Enjoy a welcome dinner at one of Nairobi’s fine restaurants
Activities : Game Drives
Drive: 3–4 hours Meals: Full Board Overnight: Lake Nakuru Area Depart Nairobi after breakfast and descend into the Great Rift Valley, stopping at scenic viewpoints for photographs. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park and enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. Highlights White and black rhinos Rothschild giraffes Flamingos (seasonal) Possible leopard sightings The park’s acacia woodlands and lake shores provide a dramatic backdrop for your first safari experience.
Activities : Game Drives
Drive: 5–6 hours Meals: Full Board Overnight: Maasai Mara After breakfast, journey south toward the Maasai Mara, passing rural villages and rolling hills. Arrive in time for lunch and set out on your first Mara game drive. Highlights Lions, cheetahs, and hyenas Vast savannah landscapes Large herds of zebra and wildebeest As the sun sets, the Mara’s golden plains come alive with color — a photographer’s dream.
Activities : Game Drives
Meals: Full Board Overnight: Maasai Mara Rise early for a sunrise game drive, when predators are most active. Return for breakfast, relax, then enjoy an afternoon game drive or full-day excursion. Optional Experiences Hot air balloon safari followed by champagne breakfast Maasai village cultural visit Wildlife Focus Tracking big cats, elephant herds, and — in season — the dramatic Great Migration.
Activities : Game Drives
Meals: Full Board Overnight: Maasai Mara A flexible day designed to deepen your experience. Explore different sectors of the reserve, including the Mara River, where hippos and crocodiles thrive. This slower pace allows for intimate wildlife encounters and exceptional photography.
Activities : Game Drives
Drive: 6–7 hours including border procedures Meals: Full Board Overnight: Musoma (Lake Victoria) After an early breakfast, depart for the Kenya–Tanzania border at Isebania. With assistance from your guides, complete immigration formalities before continuing to Musoma on the shores of Lake Victoria. Why Musoma Stop Matters Breaking the journey here ensures a comfortable transition and avoids an exhausting all-day drive into Serengeti. Enjoy sunset views over Africa’s largest lake.
Activities : Game Drives
Drive: 3–5 hours Meals: Full Board Overnight: Serengeti Travel toward Serengeti National Park, entering through the western corridor. Game viewing begins immediately as you traverse the vast plains en route to your camp. Highlights Immense open landscapes Grazing herds and predator activity Kopjes (rock outcrops) that shelter lions
Activities : Game Drives
Meals: Full Board Overnight: Serengeti Spend the day exploring one of the world’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Wildlife Encounters Lions lounging on kopjes Leopards in acacia trees Large herds of wildebeest and zebra The Serengeti’s scale and drama make it one of Africa’s most unforgettable safari destinations.
Activities : Game Drives
Meals: Full Board Overnight: Serengeti A full day dedicated to following the migration (seasonal) or tracking predators across the plains. Your guide will tailor routes based on wildlife movement, ensuring optimal sightings. This is often the most memorable day of the safari.
Activities : Game Drives
Drive: 3–4 hours Meals: Full Board Overnight: Karatu / Ngorongoro Area Depart Serengeti with game viewing en route and ascend into the lush highlands of Ngorongoro. The cooler climate and fertile landscapes offer a striking contrast to the plains below.
Activities : Game Drives
Meals: Full Board Overnight: Karatu / Ngorongoro Area Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. Highlights Dense wildlife population Black rhinos Lions, elephants, and hippos Flamingos along the soda lake Often called “Africa’s Eden,” the crater offers some of the best wildlife viewing on the continent.
Activities : Game Drives
Drive: 2–3 hours Meals: Full Board Overnight: Tarangire Area Travel to Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees and large elephant herds. Highlights Elephant migration corridors Ancient baobab trees Rich birdlife The Tarangire River attracts wildlife throughout the dry season, making it a hidden gem.
Activities : Game Drives
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Overnight: Zanzibar After breakfast, transfer to Arusha for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort and enjoy a relaxing evening by the Indian Ocean.
Activities : Beaches Sightseeing
Meals: Half Board / All Inclusive Overnight: Zanzibar Spend the day at leisure or explore Zanzibar’s rich culture. Optional Experiences Stone Town historical tour Spice farm visit Snorkeling or diving Sunset dhow cruise
Activities : Beaches Sightseeing
Meals: Half Board / All Inclusive Overnight: Zanzibar Relax on white-sand beaches or enjoy a romantic private beach dinner. A perfect conclusion to your East African adventure.
Activities : Beaches Sightseeing
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your international departure.
Activities : Beaches Sightseeing
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