Best Time To Go: June to October
Time Difference: GMT +3 hour
Flight Duration: 8 hours approx
Airports: Nairobi (NBO)
About this itinerary
East Africa offers a vast array of landscapes with an amazing wildlife population.
This trip takes you through the savannahs of the Masai Mara in Kenya, in search of game, staying in a luxury tented camp. From here, you will head to the Spice Island of Zanzibar, for 5 days of pure bliss and relaxation.
day 1 Nairobi
On arrival in Nairobi, Kenya, you will be met by a Tailored Journeys representative who will accompany you to your first hotel of the trip.
Once settled in, use this time to unwind and relax after travelling.
Accommodation: Villa Rosa Kempinski
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day 2-5 Masai Mara
Days on safari start early, heading out for morning game drives when the animals are generally at their most active, before the heat of the day, when it will be time to relax back at camp. Enjoy an afternoon game drive later on.
Accommodation: Governors' Camp
day 6-11 Zanzibar
You can choose from a variety of optional activities while here, which your hotel can arrange for you, including:
Spice tour: Zanzibar is also known as the Spice Island - cloves, cinnamon, pepper, nutmeg, saffron and many other spices are a very important part of Zanzibar’s history. You will visit a plantation, savour the smells, and learn the history of the trade.
Stone Town tour: Walking through the labyrinth of narrow streets and winding alleyways in this UNESCO World Heritage site will feel like you’re going back in time. Enjoy the magnificent Arab/Indian architecture, bustling bazaars and many beautifully decorated mosques. Visit the famous House of Wonders, the former slave market, Freddie Mercury’s birth house, the old fort and much more.
Jozani Forest: This is the National Park of Zanzibar, and the largest forested area on the island. It is the only place where you can spot one of the rarest monkeys in the world: the endangered Red Colobus Monkey. The best time to visit Jozani Forest is after breakfast when the monkeys are still active - they can get a bit lazy in the afternoons!
Dhow trip: Head out to sea on a full day traditional dhow trip, with swimming, snorkelling and a seafood lunch.
Snorkelling trip: The crystal clear waters rich in corals and other marine life make for a perfect place to go snorkelling.
Prison Island: This former prison for rebellious slaves, which was later transformed into a hospital to serve as quarantine for sufferers of yellow fever, lies about 30 minutes by boat from Stone Town. Nowadays, Prison Island is home to an endangered species of tortoise.
Accommodation: Breezes Beach Club and Spa
If you would you like to see a more detailed day-by-day itinerary or want to amend this schedule to suit you better? Then get in touch for a tailor-made quote for your South Africa holiday.
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