Click Here to View Your Vacation
African Safari Adventure with Zanzibar Island Escape
Explore the wilderness of Kenya and Tanzania, crossing the landscapes where thousands of wildebeest make their brave pilgrimage. Navigate lakes in search of resting hippo and savor the spicy flavors of Swahili cuisine - all on this East African adventure of a lifetime. Finish your trip embracing tropical island paradise in Zanzibar. The Spice Island may be best known for its pristine beaches and crystal-clear sea, but its rich trading heritage is equally a delight for culture and history buffs.
Call to Book
1-800-222-7448
Included With Your Trip
- All transport and transfers shown Driver Guide in Kenya, Tanzania and Namibia Cherry-picked hotels and safari lodges, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Additional Information
Jambo (Hello) Nairobi
Karibu! Your Kenyan safari adventure begins in the capital, Nairobi, where you will be met at the airport by a Trafalgar Representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend the evening with your fellow explorers and your Driver Guide enjoying a delicious Welcome Dinner at the world-famous Carnivore restaurant.
Hotel: Tamarind Tree
Journey to Aberdare National Park Area Connect with Locals Make Travel Matter
This morning, you'll visit a historic home during a special Be My Guest experience and have an opportunity to enjoy local cuisine and to sample the region's tea and coffee. Afterward, head north to the scenic Aberdare Highlands, your home for the next two nights. Here, you can spot zebra, warthog and impala grazing nearby. Spend a peaceful afternoon by the pool or choose to join an Optional Experience, exploring the lush ravines and moorlands of Aberdare National Park's striking landscape.
Hotel: Aberdare Country Club
Explore Solio Game Reserve
Embark on a half-day game drive exploration of Solio Game Reserve, a privately-owned wildlife conservancy recognised internationally as the most successful rhino breeding reserve in Kenya. Since its founding in the 1970s, the reserve has been a safe haven for black and white rhino, the reserve being home to the world's largest population of the latter. Trafalgar guests are in for a real treat here. The reserve remains a fairly well-kept secret on the safari circuit and special safari moments will be shared with the resident wildlife, with few other safari vehicles in sight. This is your opportunity to spot large numbers of rhino and other wildlife, such as buffalo, zebra, giraffe, leopard and lion. Immerse yourself fully in your natural surrounds and enjoy the iconic savannah views against the backdrop of Mount Kenya. You'll have an afternoon at leisure which you could choose to spend strolling around the beautifully landscaped grounds of your accommodation or on an optional nature walk within its sanctuary.
Hotel: Aberdare Country Club
Onwards to Lake Nakuru National Park
Have your camera ready for a photo stop at the stunning Thomson's Falls, then continue your journey into the heart of Africa's Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park. Known as a birdwatcher's haven with over 400 species, the park is also home to lions and leopards. With your expert Driver Guide leading the way, you'll uncover the park's hidden gems this afternoon, from elusive wildlife to breathtaking vistas. After a day of adventure, settle in for an unforgettable overnight stay right within the park, where morning greets you with stunning views of Lake Nakuru.
Hotel: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Admire Lake Naivasha Stays With Stories
Wake up with the birds and join your Driver Guide at sunrise along the lake shore to spot vibrant pink flamingos, graceful pelicans, and other water birds. Keep an eye out for rhino, zebra, and buffalo grazing nearby as you explore Lake Nakuru National Park's diverse landscapes in a 4x4 game drive. The sounds and scents of the bush create a sensory backdrop for this unforgettable safari. Afterward, head to Lake Naivasha for lunch, followed by a relaxing boat ride in search of hippos. Later, walk alongside zebra, impala, and giraffe with a Local Specialist on Crescent Island. Tonight, enjoy a Stays with Stories experience as you overnight at the Lake Naivasha Country Club, a historic venue set in awe-inspiring surrounds.
Hotel: Lake Naivasha Country Club
Off to the Iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve
Journey across the iconic Great Rift Valley to the wild, open savannahs of Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve, a world-renowned haven for wildlife lovers. With some of the best game viewing on the planet, you'll be at the heart of the action. For the next two nights, your home sits in the heart of the reserve, ensuring you won't miss a moment of the wildlife magicwhether you're setting off on a thrilling game drive or simply soaking in the sights from your doorstep.
Hotel: Keekorok Lodge
A Day to Discover the Maasai Mara Dive Into Culture
Get up close and personal with the incredible wildlife that calls the Maasai Mara home on a full-day safari, where you'll be on the lookout for Africa's famous Big 5: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalo. Immerse yourself in local culture with a visit to an authentic Maasai village. Watch as the warriors showcase their amazing jumping skills, then take a guided tour to get a real feel for daily life in this vibrant community. This unforgettable visit is a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience, supporting the people you meet. Later, choose to treat yourself to an Optional Experience bush picnic, with the sounds of the wild as your soundtrack. Keep your eyes on the trees for flashes of color as Bee-eaters, Rollers and Hoopoes dart about, before heading back out on your game drive in one of the world's most legendary safari destinations.
Hotel: Keekorok Lodge
Continue to Serene Lake Victoria
Say a heartfelt kwaheri (goodbye) to Kenya and your Driver Guide as you cross the border into Tanzania. After completing immigration formalities, meet your new Driver Guide and board your Tanzania 4x4. Head to the shores of Africa's largest lake, Lake Victoria, where your accommodation awaits. Don't miss the chance to stroll to the water's edge and witness a breathtaking sunset over the lake.
Hotel: Serenity on the Lake
Travel to Serengeti National Park
Begin your day with a peaceful moment by the tranquil waters of Lake Victoria, soaking in the morning serenity before heading to the legendary Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The endless plains of the Serengeti provide the perfect backdrop for your 4x4 safari, where you'll be tracking lions, leopards, and cheetahs. After lunch at your accommodation, set out once more to explore more of this remarkable landscape and its hidden treasures.
Hotel: Serengeti Serena Lodge
Safari in the Serengeti
The Serengeti's reputation for wildlife viewing is second to none. This is the home to one of nature's greatest showsthe Great Migration. Set off on a full-day game drive with your Driver Guide, who'll share stories about the annual journey made by over a million wildebeest as they travel across the Mara River in search of greener pastures. As you traverse the plains dotted with Acacia trees, stay on the lookout for wildlife. Each turn reveals a new facet of this vast, breathtaking national park, from its varied ecosystems to its iconic landscapes.
Hotel: Serengeti Serena Lodge
Discover the Ngorongoro Crater
Leave the Serengeti behind and head toward the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Get ready for an unforgettable descent into the vast Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll explore lush forests and sweeping grasslands in search of elephants, lions, zebras and wildebeest. After a scenic picnic lunch on the crater floor, you'll begin your climb back to the rim, taking in the dramatic views. Tonight, settle into your accommodation nestled in green farmlands, with panoramic vistas to enjoy before the day ends.
Hotel: Acacia Farm Lodge
Venture to Lake Manyara Dive Into Culture
A short drive takes you to the village of Mto wa Umbu, where you'll Dive into Culture on a walking tour that gives you a taste of local life. As you stroll through the village, farmlands and markets, you'll meet the locals and discover their way of life. Sample the unique local banana beer and enjoy a home-cooked lunch prepared by local women, who'll explain how each dish is made. Your visit directly supports their community. Later, set out on an afternoon game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions.
Hotel: Lake Manyara Safari Camp
Traverse Tarangire National Park
Today, you'll head to Tarangire National Park, arriving just in time for lunch at your lodge. Take a moment to relax or get acquainted with the friendly tree hyraxes that like to hang around. For your final game drive of the trip, Tarangire's one-of-a-kind landscape awaits. Giant baobabs, flat-topped acacias, and towering termite mounds dot the plains. Your Driver Guide will be on the lookout for the area's impressive elephant herds, giving you the chance to admire these gentle giants up close as they search for the juiciest vegetation.
Hotel: Tarangire Sopa Lodge
On to Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar
The rich aroma of local coffee lingers in the air as you savor lunch at one of Tanzania's largest coffee plantations. Then it's time to say a sad farewell to your new friends and Driver Guide, as you travel to Kilimanjaro for the internal flight to Zanzibar. Touching down in island paradise, you'll be transferred to your hotel in time to settle in to your resort and then enjoy dinner.
Hotel: Blue Bay Beach Resort
Stone Town and Spice Tour Dive Into Culture
What better way to connect with your multi-cultural surrounds than embarking on a walking tour of UNESCO-listed Stone Town with a Local Specialist? Peel back the layers of Zanzibar's colorful history as you wander through winding alleyways and admire the intricately carved doors distinctive of this Swahili coastal trading town. Visit the former slave market, the House of Wonders, the Sultan's Palace Museum and the Old Arab Fort, unearthing the soul-stirring history of this former trading hub. Later, discover Zanzibar's reputation as the 'Spice Island', embarking on a Dive Into Culture visit to a shamba (spice farm) with a local guide. Taste and smell the spices, herbs and fruits and learn how they've been cultivated and used for centuries.
Hotel: Blue Bay Beach Resort
Embrace Island Paradise in Zanzibar
Kick off your shoes and let the warm sand sink between your toes on Zanzibar's exquisite beaches. Wade into the clear, warm turquoise waters and immerse yourself in the latest bestseller under swaying palm trees. Make the most of your day in paradise and join an Optional Experience full-day cruise aboard a traditional dhow boat. Set sail from a traditional fishing village, keeping your eyes peeled for glimpses of the tropical fish beneath the water's surface. You'll pause on a sandbank where you can cool off in the ocean, and swim or snorkel to see the colorful marine life (all equipment is provided). Feast on a traditional Zanzibar seafood lunch before returning to the shore relaxed and revived.
Hotel: Blue Bay Beach Resort
Farewell Zanzibar
A leisurely start to the day will see you enjoy a few precious hours soaking up final fond memories of Zanzibar. Then it's time to bid farewell to the Spice Island and transfer to Zanzibar Airport.
Departure Dates
|
Start: May 3, 2025 End: May 19, 2025 Price: $11,075 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: May 31, 2025 End: June 16, 2025 Price: $12,825 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: June 7, 2025 End: June 23, 2025 Price: $11,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: June 14, 2025 End: June 30, 2025 Price: $11,425 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: June 21, 2025 End: July 7, 2025 Price: $11,425 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: June 28, 2025 End: July 14, 2025 Price: $13,175 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: July 5, 2025 End: July 21, 2025 Price: $13,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: July 12, 2025 End: July 28, 2025 Price: $13,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: July 19, 2025 End: August 4, 2025 Price: $13,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: July 26, 2025 End: August 11, 2025 Price: $13,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: August 2, 2025 End: August 18, 2025 Price: $13,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: August 9, 2025 End: August 25, 2025 Price: $13,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: August 16, 2025 End: September 1, 2025 Price: $13,325 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: August 30, 2025 End: September 15, 2025 Price: $13,225 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: September 6, 2025 End: September 22, 2025 Price: $13,225 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: September 13, 2025 End: September 29, 2025 Price: $13,225 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: September 27, 2025 End: October 13, 2025 Price: $13,225 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: October 11, 2025 End: October 27, 2025 Price: $12,550 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
|
Start: November 1, 2025 End: November 17, 2025 Price: $11,350 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Price My Trip
Product Code: TTUSAS-KTZEN20
All pricing and offers for accommodations and other non-air travel are per person, based on double occupancy, capacity controlled and subject to availability and change without notice. Pricing does not include taxes, fees, fuel surcharges, gratuities, resort fees, or airfare unless otherwise noted and is valid on new bookings only. Prices, fees, and other restrictions are subject to supplier policies. All offers, including but not limited to, bonus amenities, upgrades, prices, and group benefits are based on select dates, resorts, room categories, and/or fare codes. Specialty pricing may require proper identification. Cancellation penalties, blackout dates, and other restrictions may apply. When traveling outside the United States a valid passport is required. It is the sole responsibility of the passenger to have the proper documentation and identification required by the United States and other governments at the time of travel. When passports are required, it must be valid for a minimum of six months past your date of return. AAA strongly recommends the purchase of AAA Travel Protection. Usage of a credit card for travel arrangements may provide additional protection, please consult your credit card policies. Under certain circumstances the package price may be subject to supplemental price increases imposed by the supplier. Price increases include, but are not limited to fuel surcharges, taxes or fluctuations in foreign exchange markets that may be imposed after the date of purchase. Air-inclusive prices do not include government imposed taxes and fees, including but not limited to a September 11th Security Fee, U.S. or international government imposed taxes and fees, Federal Excise Fees, among others. Some carriers charge additional fees for checked bags, fuel surcharge, meals, etc. Please check the carriers website for details. Air-inclusive pricing is based on select departure cities. Prices from other cities may vary. AAA Northeast acts solely as a sales agent for travel suppliers and is not responsible for the actions or inactions of such suppliers. We monitor all of the information presented on our website; however, we do not assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of the offers displayed. Review full Travel Disclosure and Consent at time of booking.