About this trip
This ten-day trip runs from Nairobi's city energy through Tanzania's Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in search of the big five, before winding down on the beaches of Zanzibar.
You camp for much of the safari section, which keeps you close to the landscape and the wildlife rather than viewing it from a distance. Guides help you track animals across the plains and crater floor.
The second half of the trip shifts gear entirely, swapping game drives for island time in Zanzibar, with beach days and a taste of Swahili culture.
What you'll do
- Track the big five across the Serengeti
- Descend into Ngorongoro Crater
- Start the journey in Nairobi
- Cross overland into Tanzania
- Camp near the heart of the wildlife action
- Unwind on the beaches of Zanzibar
- Camping is used for much of the safari leg, so expect a fairly basic, hands-on style of travel
- The trip splits clearly into an active safari section and a relaxed beach section in Zanzibar
Worth it if you want knowledgeable guides, genuine wildlife encounters, and a sociable group vibe. Think twice if you need crystal-clear logistics communicated upfront.
- Guides like Moses and Dulah were genuinely knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and made wildlife encounters feel personal and memorable.
- High chance of seeing the animals you came for; reviewers consistently reported seeing everything on their wishlist.
- Pre-trip information was unclear and hard to find; logistical details during the tour could have been communicated better.
- Flying into Nairobi felt unnecessary to some; the trip could arguably start in Arusha instead, potentially wasting a day.
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Departing in Nov is cheapest — from £1,320, about 55% below the priciest month (Sep).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Nairobi · 12 Nov – 13 Nov
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