Kenya & Tzanzania Safaris

BKT 04: 11 Nights/12 Days Family Holiday on Tanzania, Kenya Safari & Zanzibar

Create unforgettable family memories on this 11 Nights/12 Days Tanzania, Kenya and Zanzibar Family Holiday, combining East Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations with a relaxing beach escape. Experience thrilling game drives in Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, and Kenya’s Masai Mara, where your family has excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five and witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal). End your adventure on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, where turquoise waters, white sands and exciting marine activities provide the perfect finale to your African family holiday.

Day 1: Kilimanjaro – Arusha

Welcome to Tanzania! Our representative will receive your family upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer you to the luxurious Arusha Coffee Lodge for relaxation after your international flight.

Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge

Day 2: Arusha – Lake Manyara National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its famous tree-climbing lions, breathtaking scenery and exceptional birdlife.

After lunch at Kirurumu Manyara Lodge, enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park. Lake Manyara boasts more than 400 bird species including flamingos, pelicans, cormorants and storks. You’ll also encounter elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, hippos and many other wildlife species.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kirurumu Tented Lodge

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Following breakfast, depart with picnic lunch for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.

Descend 600 metres into the crater floor for unforgettable game viewing. Home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, the crater offers opportunities to see lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, jackals, hippos, warthogs, elands and the elusive leopard.

Return to the lodge in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Day 4: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, journey towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park, stopping at the historic Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most important archaeological sites.

Following lunch at Serengeti Sopa Lodge, head out for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and the seasonal Great Migration.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge

Day 5: Serengeti Western Corridor

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day safari in the Western Corridor of Serengeti, carrying packed lunch.

This region is famous for the dramatic Grumeti River crossings during the annual wildebeest migration. The river is home to enormous Nile crocodiles while the surrounding plains attract lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and countless plains game.

Arrive in the evening at the elegant Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp, overlooking the vast Serengeti wilderness.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Kirawira Luxury Tented Camp

Day 6: Serengeti – Masai Mara

After breakfast, depart for Kenya via the Isebania Border, carrying packed lunch.

After completing immigration formalities, meet your Kenyan safari guide and continue into the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve with game viewing en route to your camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp

Days 7–8: Full Day Masai Mara Safari

Spend two exciting days exploring the magnificent plains of the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s finest wildlife reserves.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives searching for the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas and countless antelope species. During migration season, witness thousands of wildebeests crossing the crocodile-filled Mara River.

You may also choose to visit a traditional Maasai Village (optional) to experience the culture, dances and traditions of the Maasai people.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Leisure Camp

Day 9: Masai Mara – Lake Naivasha – Nairobi – Zanzibar

After breakfast, depart for Nairobi with a scenic stop at Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya’s beautiful freshwater lakes.

Enjoy a leisurely picnic visit before a complimentary lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge. Optional boat rides (at extra cost) allow close encounters with hippos and numerous bird species.

Continue to Nairobi and transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your Kenya Airways flight to Zanzibar.

Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed and transferred to Zanzibar Serena Inn, where you’ll stay on a half-board basis.

Meals: Breakfast, Complimentary Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Zanzibar Serena Inn

Days 10–11: Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Spend two relaxing days enjoying the beautiful white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters of Zanzibar.

Optional activities available through your hotel include:

  • Stone Town Tour
  • Spice Farm Tour
  • Prison Island Excursion
  • Sunset Dhow Cruise
  • Snorkelling
  • Scuba Diving
  • Dolphin Tours

(All optional activities are at additional cost.)

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Zanzibar Serena Inn

Day 12: Zanzibar – Nairobi – Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your Kenya Airways flight to Nairobi.

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, connect with your international flight home, bringing your unforgettable East African family adventure to a close.

Meals: Breakfast

Why Choose This Tanzania & Kenya Family Safari?

  • Explore Tanzania and Kenya’s premier wildlife destinations in one seamless holiday.
  • Excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five and witness the Great Migration (seasonal).
  • Family-friendly lodges offering comfort, safety and memorable experiences.
  • Relax on Zanzibar’s spectacular white-sand beaches after your safari adventure.
  • Professional English-speaking safari guides and seamless cross-border travel arranged by Boscard Tours & Travel.