10 Day Nairobi to Zanzibar Overland (Camping)

Day 1

Nairobi, Kenya

The tour begins in Nairobi. Please ensure you have all the necessary visas for your trip. You can arrive any time. Spend some time with your new friends at the hotel bar before tomorrow’s early morning. Spend a chill night getting to know your group and tour leaders while you fill your food and drink needs.

Accommodation: The Heron Portico (or similar)
Optional Activities: Karen Blixen Museum (34-75 USD), Railway Museum (6-34 USD, National Museum (3-53 USD), The Carnivore Restaurant (130 USD), Bomas of Kenya tour (120 USD)

Day 2

Nairobi – Arusha, Tanzania

We have a long journey ahead of us today, crossing semi-arid landscapes that are home to the Maasai people – a semi-nomadic tribe. Get your passports ready as we cross the border from Kenya into Tanzania, another country you can tick off your list!

Accommodation: Comfort Eland Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 290 km (7 – 8 hours travelling time)

Day 3

Arusha – Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Following breakfast, we start our adventure into the Serengeti National Park and the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater – two of Africa’s leading wildlife regions. Your 3-day and 2-night excursion starts as you hop on the specialised 4×4 safari vehicle which leads us on an incredible game drive through the park by expert driver/guides. The trucks we use have sliding windows and a big, pop-up roof that is ideal for fantastic game viewing.

With an area of 14,763 square kilometres, the Serengeti is incredibly vast. We camp and spend time game viewing in the central Serengeti ‘Seronera’ region, which is situated in the southeast of the park. You can expect to see a variety of wildlife such as buffaloes, lions, zebras, wildebeest, elephants along with many other animals.

Due to the size of the reserve, certain areas will not be available to visit during our stay here. As we travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and into the Serengeti National Park, you will begin to realize the enormity of this region, admiring the huge populations of wildlife that roam the acacia-spotted plains.

Accommodation: Seronera Campsite (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Serengeti National Park Safari
Distance: 320 km (8 hours travelling time)

Day 4

Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

We will continue to experience the Serengeti on more game drives in the morning. When we return to the campsite we will pack up and journey to the Ngorongoro Crater for spectacular views of the rim populated with a variety of wildlife where we will camp for the night.

Some of you may have pre-booked a Serengeti Balloon Safari in which case this activity will likely take place today. In this case you will miss the morning game drive.

Accommodation: Simba Campsite (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Serengeti National Park Safari
Optional Activities: Serengeti Balloon Safari (from 600USD per person)
Distance: 160 km (4 hours travelling time)

Day 5

Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha, Tanzania

The time has come for you to experience “Africa’s Garden of Eden” up close. A final safari experience awaits the group today on the crater floor. If you want to see wildlife, make sure your camera is charged!

Because of the crater walls and the enclosed nature of the crater, its own ecosystem has been created, including grasslands, swamps, acacia forests, and Lake Makat.

With full camera rolls the group will exit the crater in the late morning and travel back to Arusha. While cruising along, swap stories, pull out your favorite photos from earlier, or simply sit back and take it all in.

Accommodation: Comfort Eland Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Included Highlight: Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari Drive, Mto wa Mbu Village Visit and Lunch
Distance: 200 km (4 – 5 hours travelling time)

Day 6

Arusha – Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Today we travel through varied landscapes on our way to the warm Indian Ocean Coast. We depart Arusha early to travel to Dar es Salaam. Be sure to look out for Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain! Dar es Salaam is a coastal town and is the largest city in Tanzania.

If you have booked the Zanzibar Express you will transfer to the airport this morning for your flight to Zanazibar. Upon arrival in Stone Town enjoy a free day of shopping, relaxing or wandering through the markets. Meet with the group again tomorrow.

Accommodation: Kipepeo Beach Village (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities: Zanzibar Express
Distance: 650 km (12 hours travelling time)

Day 7

Dar es Salaam – Zanzibar Beach Resort, Tanzania

Get ready for the picturesque beaches of Zanzibar as we drive from Bagamoyo to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, we will take a ferry to Zanzibar. Relax on the white sandy beaches and explore the village. During your stay here we encourage you to dress modestly due to the Muslim religion. Women are asked to cover up and men should refrain from wearing shorts. Please always ask before taking photographs.

Accommodation: Spice Palace Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: 3 – 4 hours travelling time + 2-hour Ferry trip
Optional Activities: Christ Church Cathedral & Old Slave Market (5 USD per person), Sultan’s Palace Museum (3 USD per person), House of Wonders (5 USD per person), Stone Town Walking Tour (15 USD per person)

Day 8

Jambiani Beach / Zanzibar, Tanzania

Explore Zanzibar’s heart today in Stone Town. Pass by balconies and huge wooden carved doors in Stone Town’s winding historical alleyways.

Spend hours wandering the streets and squares, drinking potent coffee from sidewalk vendors, and buying sweetmeats from tiny cafes. You’ll find tinga-tinga paintings, antique shops, beautiful printed cloths (kangas and kikois worn by locals), carved copper chests, and spices to take home. Join your group for a relaxing few days at Jambiani, a tropical paradise.

Accommodation: Fun Beach Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Activities: Jozani Forest Tour (35 – 150 USD per person)
Disance: 60km (1 hour 30 min travel time)

Day 9

Jambiani Beach / Zanzibar, Tanzania

Enjoy a relaxing morning on this island paradise. Africa meets Arabia and the Indian Ocean is the cherry on top of this great cultural crossroads.

Whether you want to go diving, snorkeling, sailing, or just lazing on the beach, the day is yours. Located in the East African Indian Ocean, Zanzibar is known for its tropical setting, unique culture, and active beach-party scene.

Accommodation: Fun Beach Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

Day 10

Jambiani Beach – Stone Town, Tanzania

You will find it particularly difficult today to pull yourself away from Jambiani’s beauty. Discover the heart of Zanzibar by traveling to Stone Town on the other side of the island.

In the late morning, the tour comes to an end.

Meals: Breakfast

Onward Travel Plans

Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.