11 Days / 10 Nights Kenya & Tanzania & Zanzibar Mid Range Safari Safari and Beach

11 Day Migration Safari from Zanzibar | Serengeti to Maasai Mara Fly-In Experience

An Unforgettable 11-Day Mid Range Safari Experience in Kenya & Tanzania & Zanzibar

Safari Overview & Highlights

This 11-day safari combines relaxation and adventure, starting with peaceful days on the beaches of Zanzibar before flying into the heart of the Great Migration. By using flights, the itinerary avoids long drives and allows you to spend more time in the best wildlife areas. The journey takes you from Central Serengeti to Northern Serengeti, where river crossings happen, and continues into the Maasai Mara in Kenya for even more migration action. This safari is designed for travelers who want both comfort and a real wildlife experience, following the migration across borders.

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Follow your complete day-to-day schedule, wildlife tracking routes, meal plans, and premier lodge stays for this 11-day East African expedition.

Day 1 Arrival & Scenic Transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Depart Nairobi in your custom 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser, descending down the Great Rift Valley escarpment with a scenic stop at the panoramic viewpoint. Continue across the Narok plains to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. Check in at your lodge or luxury tented camp, savor a hot buffet lunch, and set out on your inaugural afternoon game drive tracking pride lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras across the golden plains.

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp / Mara Sopa Lodge / Zebra Plains Camp Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 2 Full Day Exploring Maasai Mara National Reserve – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes

Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara savannah. Head out at dawn when big cats are active on the hunt. Explore diverse ecosystems from the Talek and Mara riverbanks to open grasslands teeming with wildebeests, topis, and gazelles. Enjoy a scenic bush picnic lunch under an acacia canopy while watching hippos wallow in the river pools, followed by an afternoon game drive.

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp / Mara Sopa Lodge / Zebra Plains Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 3 In-Depth Safari Exploration in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Another exhilarating day in the Mara. You may opt for an early morning sunrise hot air balloon safari over the Mara plains followed by a champagne bush breakfast, or embark on a morning tracking drive. In the afternoon, visit an authentic Maasai cultural boma to experience traditional songs, rhythmic jumping dances, and ancient bushcraft.

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp / Mara Sopa Lodge / Zebra Plains Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 4 In-Depth Safari Exploration in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp / Mara Sopa Lodge / Zebra Plains Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 5 Cross-Border Transfer to Serengeti National Park (Kenya to Tanzania)

Depart after breakfast and travel to the border crossing between Kenya and Tanzania (Namanga or Isebania). After smooth customs and immigration clearance with the assistance of your guides, enter Tanzania and journey directly to Serengeti National Park, taking in magnificent scenery and en-route game viewing before checking into your lodge.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 6 Full Day Exploring Serengeti National Park – Big Five Wildlife & Landscapes

Dedicate a full day to tracking the legendary wildlife of the Serengeti. Following the seasonal movements of the Great Wildebeest Migration or central predator territories, navigate through diverse ecosystems including riverine woodlands, open savannahs, and towering granite kopjes. Enjoy an open-air picnic lunch in the wild surrounded by untamed African wilderness.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 7 In-Depth Safari Exploration in Serengeti National Park

Explore the northern or southern corridors of the Serengeti depending on the seasonal migration movements. Marvel at dramatic predator-prey dynamics, spot hyena dens, towers of giraffes browsing on whistling acacias, and vibrant raptors. Savor sundowners overlooking the endless horizon.

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 8 In-Depth Safari Exploration in Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Serengeti Safari Lodge / Serengeti Sound of Silence Camp / Ang'ata Serengeti Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 9 Flight / Transfer to Zanzibar Island & Tropical Beaches – Tropical Coastline

Board your flight or transfer to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar. Your private driver greets you and transfers you to your beachfront resort on the north coast (Nungwi / Kendwa) or historic Stone Town. Settle in, dip your toes in the warm turquoise Indian Ocean, and enjoy a tropical sunset seafood dinner overlooking the calm waves.

Accommodation: Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort / Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 10 Heritage Discovery & Island Highlights in Zanzibar Island & Tropical Beaches

Embark on a guided Stone Town heritage tour visiting the Sultan's Palace (Beit al-Ajaib), the Old Fort, and the historical Anglican Cathedral. In the afternoon, visit an organic spice farm in the lush countryside to touch, smell, and taste fresh cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, and exotic tropical fruits before returning to your beachfront resort.

Accommodation: Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort / Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Day 11 Morning Beach Leisure & Departure Transfer (Zanzibar Island & Tropical Beaches)

Enjoy a leisurely tropical breakfast overlooking the azure ocean waves. Spend your final morning strolling the beach or shopping for handcrafts before your driver transfers you to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight.

Accommodation: Drop-off at Airport or City Hotel Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch En Route

What's Included & Excluded

Included in Package

Exclusive transport in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof and high-clearance suspension
Services of a professional, licensed English-speaking safari guide & driver
All national park conservation fees, concession fees, and government entry permits
Full-board accommodation at selected safari lodges and luxury tented camps as per itinerary
Daily game drives with unlimited mileage within statutory park hours
Unlimited chilled bottled mineral drinking water in the safari vehicle throughout the tour
AMREF Flying Doctors 24/7 Emergency Medical Evacuation Cover across East Africa
All government taxes, tourism development levies, and 18% VAT included
Complimentary airport meet-and-greet road transfers upon arrival and departure
Domestic flight / scheduled transfer to Zanzibar / coastal beach destination
Guided historical Stone Town walking tour and organic spice farm excursion

Excluded in Package

International and intercontinental airfares to and from East Africa
Tourist entry visa fees (Kenya ETA $35 / Tanzania Single Entry Visa $50-$100)
Comprehensive international travel, baggage, and medical cancellation insurance
Discretionary gratuities and tips for your safari driver-guide ($15–$25 per car per day) and lodge staff
Optional hot air balloon safari with champagne bush breakfast ($599 per person)
Optional cultural visits to Maasai or Hadzabe tribal villages ($30–$50 per person)
Premium alcoholic beverages, vintage wines, and personal laundry services at lodges
Personal expenses, telephone calls, souvenir shopping, and excess baggage fees