Kenya & Tanzania Safari to Zanzibar: Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Island Escape

Overview

Experience East Africa on a 10-day adventure from Nairobi to Stone Town. Begin in Kenya’s capital before crossing into Tanzania and travelling to Arusha. Continue into the Serengeti for classic wildlife safari drives, then explore the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife areas. After the safari, travel through Bagamoyo and Dar es Salaam before taking the ferry to Zanzibar. Finish with Stone Town culture, island atmosphere, and relaxing beach time in Jambiani.

Serengeti National Park safari drives

Ngorongoro Crater wildlife experience

Beach time in Zanzibar

Itinerary

Nairobi

Day 1 - Arrival in Nairobi • Welcome meeting • First night out

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Arrive in Nairobi at any time. Meet your CEO and group during the welcome meeting, then enjoy a relaxed first night out and get to know your fellow travelers before the safari adventure begins.
Exclusive inclusion: Your Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group; Your First Night Out Moment - Connect With New Friends
Overnight: Nairobi
Meals: None

Nairobi to Arusha

Day 2 - Cross into Tanzania • Maasai lands • Mount Kilimanjaro views

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Travel by shuttle from Nairobi to Arusha, crossing through semi-arid Maasai lands. Enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance as you enter Tanzania and continue toward Arusha.
Exclusive inclusion: Transfer from Nairobi to Arusha
Overnight: Arusha
Meals: Breakfast

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

Day 3 - Serengeti safari drive • Wildlife viewing • Full-service camping

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Travel into Serengeti National Park and begin your safari adventure. Look for wildlife across golden plains, acacia-dotted landscapes, and hippo-filled rivers as you start a 3-day excursion into the Serengeti and Ngorongoro region.
Exclusive inclusion: Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park
Overnight: Serengeti National Park
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro

Day 4 - Morning safari • Serengeti wildlife • Ngorongoro Crater rim camp

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Enjoy a final morning safari drive in the Serengeti as the animal kingdom comes to life. Later, travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and set up camp near the crater rim, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife-viewing regions.
Exclusive inclusion: Serengeti safari drive; Ngorongoro Conservation Area experience
Overnight: Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Ngorongoro to Arusha

Day 5 - Ngorongoro Crater safari • Mto wa Mbu community visit • Return to Arusha

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Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a final safari experience in a unique enclosed ecosystem known for excellent wildlife viewing. Later, visit Mto wa Mbu for a community lunch experience before returning to Arusha.
Exclusive inclusion: Your G for Good Moment - Mto wa Mbu Community Visit and Lunch; Ngorongoro Crater safari drive
Overnight: Arusha
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch

Arusha to Bagamoyo

Day 6 - Tanzanian countryside • Mount Kilimanjaro views • Indian Ocean approach

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Leave Arusha early and travel toward Bagamoyo. Watch the Tanzanian countryside pass by and look out for Mount Kilimanjaro before reaching the coastal side of Tanzania near the Indian Ocean.
Exclusive inclusion: Scenic transfer toward the Tanzanian coast
Overnight: Bagamoyo
Meals: Breakfast • Dinner

Bagamoyo to Stone Town via Dar es Salaam

Day 7 - Dar es Salaam transfer • Ferry to Zanzibar • Stone Town arrival

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Travel from Bagamoyo to Dar es Salaam and board the ferry to Zanzibar. Arrive in Stone Town and begin experiencing the island’s culture, history, and beach atmosphere.
Exclusive inclusion: Ferry to Zanzibar
Overnight: Stone Town
Meals: Breakfast

Stone Town to Jambiani

Day 8 - Stone Town walk • Historic alleys • Transfer to Jambiani beach

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Explore Stone Town’s historic streets, carved wooden doors, markets, cafés, shops, and cultural corners. Later, transfer to Jambiani for a relaxing beach stay with your group.
Exclusive inclusion: Stone Town orientation walk; Beach time in Zanzibar
Overnight: Jambiani
Meals: Breakfast

Jambiani Beach

Day 9 - Free beach day • Optional snorkeling or diving • Island relaxation

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Enjoy a free day on Zanzibar’s coast. Choose optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, sailing, or simply relaxing on the beach and enjoying the tropical island atmosphere.
Exclusive inclusion: Beach time in Zanzibar
Overnight: Jambiani
Meals: Breakfast

Jambiani to Stone Town

Day 10 - Return to Stone Town • Final morning • End of tour

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Travel back to Stone Town from Jambiani. The tour ends in the late morning, giving you time to arrange onward travel or extend your stay in Zanzibar.
Exclusive inclusion: Departure day
Overnight: Stone Town
Meals: Breakfast

Stays / Hotels

Day 1 / 1 Night

ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands ★★★

Nairobi

Modern 3-star hotel in Nairobi, suitable before crossing into Tanzania and beginning the safari adventure.

Single or Twin-share

Assured Property

Day 2 / 1 Night

Dan Stam Hotel ★★★

Arusha

Comfortable budget-friendly hotel in Arusha before travelling into Serengeti National Park.

Single or Twin-share

Assured Property

Day 3 / 1 Night

Africa Safari South Serengeti Ndutu Ngorongoro ★★★

Serengeti National Park / Ndutu Area

Safari-style tented camp near the Serengeti and Ngorongoro route, suitable for the wildlife safari experience.

Safari Tent / Camping

Assured Property

Day 4 / 1 Night

Ngorongoro Camp and Lodge ★★★

Ngorongoro / Karatu

Camp and lodge stay near the Ngorongoro area, suitable before or after the crater safari experience.

Safari Camp / Lodge Room

Assured Property

Day 5 / 1 Night

Dan Stam Hotel ★★★

Arusha

Comfortable Arusha hotel after the Ngorongoro Crater safari and Mto wa Mbu community visit.

Single or Twin-share

Assured Property

Day 6 / 1 Night

Firefly Boutique Lodge ★★★

Bagamoyo

Relaxed coastal-style lodge in Bagamoyo before continuing to Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar.

Single or Twin-share

Assured Property

Day 7 / 1 Night

Tembo House Hotel ★★★

Stone Town

Historic Stone Town hotel close to Zanzibar’s old streets, markets, seafront, and cultural sites.

Single or Twin-share

Assured Property

Day 8-9 / 2 Nights

Bahari Beach Bungalows ★★★

Jambiani / Zanzibar Beach

Relaxed beach bungalow stay in Jambiani, suitable for Zanzibar island beach time.

Beach Bungalow / Beach Banda

Assured Property

Transportation

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Shared Shuttle or similar

Used for the transfer from Nairobi to Arusha.

4x4 Safari Vehicle or similar

Used for Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater safari drives.

202

Private Shuttle or similar

Used for overland transfers between destinations in Tanzania.

Group transport2

Ferry or similar

Used for the crossing from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar.

202

Minibus or similar

Used for local transfers where required.

All travelers2

Walking or similar

Used during Stone Town orientation walk and short local explorations.

Some helpful facts

+Inclusions

Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Community Visit and Lunch
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Transfer from Nairobi to Arusha
Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park
Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Ngorongoro Crater
Ferry to Zanzibar
Stone Town orientation walk
Beach time in Zanzibar
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
CEO / Chief Experience Officer
Certified safari guides and drivers
Local guides

−Exclusions

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa or entry requirements
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Optional activities
Tips for guides and drivers
Airport transfers unless specified
Serengeti Balloon Safari
Zanzibar Express upgrade
My Own Room upgrade

Policies

Cancellation fees may apply depending on the date of cancellation and supplier terms. Travelers should review the full booking terms before confirming. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Prices are per traveler and subject to availability. Departure dates, availability, discounts, and itinerary details may change before booking confirmation. Travelers are responsible for passports, visas, entry requirements, and travel insurance.

Travel style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Service level: Basic
Physical rating: 2 - Light
Trip type: Small Group
Maximum group size: 20
Average group size: 17
Age requirement: 18-39
Trip code: DKSZ
Route: Nairobi to Stone Town
Countries visited: Kenya, Tanzania
Meals included: 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Estimated extra meal budget: USD 170-225
Accommodation: Basic hotel 6 nights, Beach Bandas 1 night, full-service camping 2 nights
Transportation: Shared shuttle, 4x4 safari vehicles, private shuttle, walking, ferry, minibus
Staff: CEO / Chief Experience Officer, certified safari guides/drivers, local guides
Available extras: Serengeti Balloon Safari, Zanzibar Express, My Own Room
Trees planted for this trip: 10
Ripple Score: 100

Kenya & Tanzania Safari to Zanzibar: Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Island Escape

Overview

Itinerary

Nairobi

Nairobi to Arusha

Arusha to Serengeti National Park

Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro to Arusha

Arusha to Bagamoyo

Bagamoyo to Stone Town via Dar es Salaam

Stone Town to Jambiani

Jambiani Beach

Jambiani to Stone Town

Stays / Hotels

ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands ★★★

Dan Stam Hotel ★★★

Africa Safari South Serengeti Ndutu Ngorongoro ★★★

Ngorongoro Camp and Lodge ★★★

Dan Stam Hotel ★★★

Firefly Boutique Lodge ★★★

Tembo House Hotel ★★★

Bahari Beach Bungalows ★★★

Transportation

Shared Shuttle or similar

4x4 Safari Vehicle or similar

Private Shuttle or similar

Ferry or similar

Minibus or similar

Walking or similar

Some helpful facts

Policies

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