12 Days from $6,625
Safaris, spices and seascapes reveal some of this regions allure on a 12-Day, Wonders of Kenya and Zanzibar Island Escape escorted vacation. National parks, conservancies, reserves, Swahili and Maasai cultures, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and, of course, the wildlife are among the captivating draws the African continent is famous for.
Read moreThrilling animal sightings, beautiful beaches and rich traditions are among the highlights on this wonderful journey. Look for Grevy's Zebra and the Reticulated Giraffe then stay in a luxury tented camp in Samburu National Reserve. Visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a sanctuary, and learn about efforts to fight black rhino poachers. Another sanctuary introduces you to orphaned and rescued chimpanzees. Witness beautiful Thompson's Falls. Have your camera in hand for hippo pod sightings at the watering hole near your lodgings at Maasai Mara National Reserve. Gain insight into Maasai traditions on a trip to their village. Bush picnics and safaris, including full-day game drives are among other thrilling opportunities. Admire Zanzibar's House of Wonders, the Sultan's Palace Museum and the Old Arab Fort. Indulge in a tasting of spices, herbs and fruits on a shamba (spice farm). Relax on the stunning beaches of Zanzibar and reflect on your eventful tour.
Read less11 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 11 Dinners
Nairobi, Kenya
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 Reception at the world-famous Carnivore restaurant.
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Nairobi, Kenya
Leave the hustle and bustle of Nairobi behind and embark on a 4 x 4 journey north to Aberdare National Park. En route you'll 'Connect With Locals ' during a 'Be My Guest' experience in the highlands of central Kenya.
Aberdare National Park, Kenya
Join Elizabeth, a local farmer, for a delicious treat of freshly baked scones and coffee, made from the beans of her on site coffee plantation. You'll have an opportunity to visit the plantation and Elizabeth's extensive farm gardens before settling in for a hearty local lunch.
Tonight you'll stay in The Ark Lodge, one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories', offering spectacular opportunities to view the resident birdlife and wildlife.
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The Ark Lodge
Samburu National Reserve, Kenya
You'll leave the lush greenery of the Kenya highlands region behind as you journey to the contrasting arid landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. As you continue your safari adventure here, you'll hopefully have the chance to tick the 'Samburu Special 5' off your list as you track such species as the Grevy's Zebra and the Reticulated Giraffe found only in the northern Kenya region. Your accommodation tonight is a luxury tented camp on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River.
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Ashnil Samburu
Samburu National Reserve, Kenya
Made famous in the award-winning book and movie Born Free, Samburu National Reserve was the home of Elsa, the famous lioness raised by conservationists George and Joy Adamson. Rise early with the birds and embark on a morning game drive through acacia forest and expansive grasslands in search of wildlife. Relax at your camp on your return then head out back out into the savanna on a late afternoon game drive.
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Ashnil Samburu
Nanyuki, Kenya
The plight of Africa's rhinos takes center stage today during a poignant visit to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This morning you'll learn about their efforts to fight poaching in East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary and enjoy a quick photo stop at the point where the equator slices through the conservancy.
Next up is a visit to Sweetwaters Sanctuary to meet the cheeky resident orphaned or rescued chimpanzees. Then continue to your accommodation tonight, keeping a keen eye out this evening for thirsty wildlife that come to the floodlit on site waterhole to drink after a dry day in the African wilderness.
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Sweetwaters Serena Tented Camp
Lake Nakuru, Kenya
Have your camera ready for a photo stop at the spectacular Thomson's Falls. Visit the bird watcher's paradise that is Lake Nakuru National Park, then join your Driver Guide for an afternoon game drive to spot pink flamingos lining the lakeshore and to search for lion and leopard.
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Lake Nakuru Lodge
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Your journey continues to the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, your home for the next two nights. During your time here, spend some time at your lodge's watering hole where large pods of hippo can often be seen.
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Keekorok Lodge
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Don your hat and polish those binoculars for a full day of safari in Maasai Mara's wilderness. When you're not traversing the savanna in search of the Big 5, you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and join a Maasai community in their local village. Watch the colorfully clad warriors demonstrate their jumping prowess, then tour the village to gain in-depth insights into their daily life.
Later, indulge in a bush picnic - the sounds of the bush the perfect accompaniment while you keep your eyes peeled for the flash of resident Bee-eaters, Rollers and Hoopoes flitting from tree to tree.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Keekorok Lodge
Nairobi, Kenya
Your Kenyan safari adventure at its end, you'll return to Nairobi where a day room has been reserved at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel for you to use prior to your evening flight over to Zanzibar. <b>(please note Trafalgar does NOT include the return flights to Zanzibar. Guests are required to purchase their flights separately and book the Precision Air flight PW712).</b>
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Touching down in island paradise, you'll be transferred to your hotel and settle into your resort, home for the next three nights.
Breakfast, Dinner
Blue Bay Beach Resort
Zanzibar, Tanzania
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.
Breakfast, Dinner
Blue Bay Beach Resort
Zanzibar, Tanzania
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 purchase 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, 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.
Breakfast, Dinner
Blue Bay Beach Resort
Zanzibar, Tanzania
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 for your return journey home. <b>(Trafalgar does NOT include the departure flight from Zanzibar. Guests are required to purchase this flight themselves and may depart at any time on the final day of the trip)</b>
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All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
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