Basix
18 to 35s
Overland
Wildlife
Real East Africa & Zanzibar
13 days • 3.7
3.5
Very Good
10 reviews
13 days
Start
Nairobi, Kenya
Finish
Zanzibar, Africa
Trip Code
YGYZC
Min Age
18
Trip Size
1 - 22
Physical Rating
Meals
11 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, Plane, Private Vehicle
Accommodation
Camping with facilities (6 nights), Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights)
From £2,421(13 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Go in search of hippos, lions, leopards, zebras and more during game drives in the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and the Masai Mara National Park with your experienced local leader.
Relax on the powdery white beaches of Zanzibar, the perfect place to unwind after days spent searching for wildlife.
Spend the night in a Maasai village to learn about life from community elders, visit a widows’ community and maybe even learn to throw a spear.
Safari, safari, safari – what East African adventure would be complete without one? On this trip, you’ll embark on multiple safaris within three different areas.
Stop in places like Mto wa Mbu and Musoma for the best opportunities to chat with locals, swap stories and get to know their culture.
Is this trip right for you?
In Loita Hills, you'll be staying in a secure bush camp with basic facilities, hot bucket showers are available in the morning. Wi-fi is not available and only minimal upgrades are on offer at tonight’s bush camp.
Camping in the Serengeti means, well, camping in the Serengeti. No barriers between you and mother nature means there's no fence between you and the animals. We take safety seriously and your leader will brief you in detail on how to set up camp so as to deter animals from entering the camp.
This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your own tent, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities, waking up before sunrise and getting the best possible views of the ‘Big Five’. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local wildlife. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page at https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland . https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland (https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland)
The section of this trip that takes place in Zanzibar is unescorted. While your flight to Zanzibar is included in the trip price, you will not have any planned activities or a designated local leader while you are here. However, local representatives are on hand should you need any advice or assistance.
Itinerary
Discover the diverse landscapes of East Africa
Got 13 days and a desire to see as much of East Africa as you can while unwinding on white-sand beaches? Welcome to the trip of a lifetime. Multiple 4WD safaris in the Masai Mara and Serengeti National Parks, stops at remote market towns, a night in a Maasai village and plenty of time on the powdery beaches of Zanzibar – this trip is the perfect introduction to the diversity of East Africa. And, you'll do it all with a small group of likeminded individuals, forging lifelong friendships along the way. Now that's what you can a real adventure!
Inclusions
Meals
11 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, Plane, Private Vehicle
Accommodation
Camping with facilities (6 nights), Camping with basic facilities (2 nights), Hotel (4 nights)
Included activities
Loita Hills - Maasai Village Visit
Masai Mara National Reserve - Full Day 4WD Safari
Serengeti National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
Ngorongoro Crater - 4WD Safari
Optional activities
Masai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD470
Serengeti National Park - Balloon Ride (from price) - USD800
Mto wa Mbu - Village bike ride and lunch - USD30
Mto wa Mbu - Village walk and lunch - USD20
Manyara - Forest Hike and National Park Fee (excl. transport) - USD79
Zanzibar - Spice tour - USD25
Zanzibar - Snorkelling - USD50
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. An optional sunrise balloon ride in the Masai Mara National Reserve and Serengeti National Park are possible on this itinerary. Please see Days 4 & 7 for full details of this activity. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited, and we recommend that you book in advance. Please inquire when booking your trip to book this optional activity.
3. You will be unescorted for the flight and Zanzibar portion of this trip. However, our local representatives will be on hand to look after you.
4. This trip finishes on the northern beaches of Zanzibar. Pre-bookable transfers back to Stone Town are available through your bookings consultant or your hotel can assist in arranging a taxi.
Reviews (10)
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Jackson
Aug 11, 2024
This unforgettable adventure was a truly extraordinary experience. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the authentic essence of Africa and explore its majestic wildlife in a unique and intimate way. The safari offered a fresh perspective, allowing us to connect with nature and witness the raw beauty of the continent like never before.
Leticia
Jul 23, 2023
I had the best time on our trip through Kenya and Tanzania. We saw so many animals and learnt so much about culture and traditions, as well as how to be a responsible traveller. Cornelius, Caleb and Loyford were amazing crew and made the experience even better! Asante sana!
Emily
Jun 07, 2023
Amazing trip! Each day was better than the one before! The local guides were so insightful. Recommend the village walk in Mto Wa Mbu - a favorite of our group. Do the Serengeti balloon Safari but don’t book online prior to trip - three of us were charged three separate prices up to $145 more than the actual price at the park.
Naïri
Jun 03, 2023
Overall, an amazing experience! Thanks for Florence - her team - and a group of wonderful (solo-)travellers. In case you're not afraid of adventure, would like to explore new cultures, connect with people and end with some relaxing time at the beach - then this trip is highly recommended! (Part of 20/05/2023 Trip - Group of 5 (solo) travellers).
Samuel
Jun 01, 2023
Excellent company and tour, highly recommended for those who want to have a great 1st experience in Africa! Florence was a really knowledgable, smart and funny guide and made the trip 200x better!
Pia
Jan 07, 2025
While the landscapes and animals are amazing to look at the days of driving around are long and tiring. The itinerary is questionable at some point - doing safari for 2 days in a massive truck? - the leadership really lacked in the last leg of the trip. The Zanzibar portion of the trip is a complete rip-off - Avoid.
Hayley
Oct 26, 2024
Our Serengeti safari fell short of expectations due to an inadequate overland vehicle, limiting animal sightings and comfort during long drives. The itinerary wasn't adhered to, with misleading information about game drives. While the chef David was exceptional, the guide lacked engagement and personality. Better communication, vehicle upgrades, and smaller group sizes could significantly improve the experience.
Luise
Sep 30, 2024
The camping is fun and the driver and cook were fantastic! The on-the-road part of the tour is incredible! But the Zanzibar part of the trip was not acceptable for a organized group trip. It was not organized and just frustrating - we were forgotten at the airport and had problems to get a driver to drive us from one hotel to another, and the accommodation is infeasible and very dirty.
Katelyn
Nov 01, 2023
Natasha
Nov 16, 2024
Overall experience with intrepid was poor. Our trip leader was very unfriendly, unapproachable and quite frankly didn’t want to be on our trip. There were discrepancies between our itinerary and what we experienced. Would not travel with intrepid again
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