This is the most requested combination for first-time East Africa visitors — a proper Maasai Mara safari followed by genuine beach time on Zanzibar, giving both halves of the classic “safari and sand” trip real weight rather than treating one as an afterthought.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival at Nairobi, then a flight or road transfer to the Maasai Mara.
Arrive Nairobi, Transfer to Maasai Mara
Accommodation Options
BudgetEnchoro Wildlife Camp
Mid-rangeSarova Mara Game Camp
LuxuryAngama Mara
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
A full day across the Mara’s plains for lion, leopard and, in season, migrating wildebeest herds.
Full Day Maasai Mara Game Drives
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
A further day exploring different sectors of the reserve.
Second Maasai Mara Game Drive Day
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
A flight back to Nairobi, connecting onward to Zanzibar via Dar es Salaam or a direct regional flight, transferring to your beach resort.
Fly to Nairobi, Connect to Zanzibar
Accommodation Options
Mid-rangeZanzibar Bay Resort
LuxuryBaraza Resort & Spa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
A guided walking tour of Stone Town’s winding streets, markets and historic architecture.
Stone Town Cultural Tour
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
A free day on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches, with optional snorkelling or a spice farm tour.
Beach Day at Leisure
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
A further beach day with optional diving, sailing or a sunset dhow cruise.
Second Beach Day, Optional Watersports
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8
A final relaxed beach day, no schedule.
Third Beach Day at Leisure
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9
Transfer to Zanzibar’s airport for your onward international flight.
Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Permits & Costs
| Maasai Mara conservancy/reserve fees | ~$100 per person per day |
| Regional flight, Nairobi to Zanzibar | Quoted separately |
Who This Itinerary Suits
First-time East Africa visitors who want the two-part trip done right — three real safari days, three real beach days.Tour Includes
- All ground transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Stone Town guided tour
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Mara reserve fees
Tour Excludes
- Regional flight, Nairobi to Zanzibar
- International flights
- Visas
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Watersports at the coast