Serengeti Bush to Zanzibar Shores – The Ultimate East Africa Escape
This journey pairs the legendary Serengeti with the idyllic shores of Zanzibar for the ultimate East Africa escape. Begin with exhilarating game drives across predator-rich plains, where cheetahs sprint and elephants roam beneath endless skies. Then trade the wilderness for white sands and turquoise waters, as you unwind in barefoot luxury on Zanzibar’s coast. A seamless blend of adventure and relaxation, this is the safari-andbeach experience of a lifetime.
At a Glance
- 1 Night – Legendary Lodge, Arusha
- 3 Nights – Namiri Plains, Serengeti
- 3 Nights – Serengeti Pioneer Camp
- 5 Nights – Zanzibar (Elewana Kilindi)
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to Legendary Lodge, a colonial-style retreat surrounded by lush coffee estates. Here, unwind after your flight with a walk through the gardens, a gentle massage, or a private dinner beneath the stars, preparing you for the adventure ahead.
Day 2: Journey to the Serengeti
After breakfast, take a light aircraft flight to the Serengeti. On arrival at Seronera Airstrip, your guide will meet you for a transfer to Namiri Plains by Asilia, a contemporary tented camp in one of the park’s most predator-rich regions.
Day 3–4: Namiri Plains – Big Cat Country
Spend two days immersed in the wild drama of the Serengeti. The region is famed for its cheetah sightings and expansive views, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike. Morning and afternoon game drives, nature walks, and evenings around the campfire reveal the many faces of Africa’s wilderness.
Day 5: Into Vintage Safari Splendor
After breakfast, enjoy a short flight across the Serengeti to Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp. Inspired by the golden age of safaris, the camp combines tented elegance with panoramic views across the plains.
Day 6–7: Serengeti Pioneer: The Great Migration
Venture out on game drives that uncover the park’s vast diversity. At certain times of the year, you may witness the Great Migration — a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle of wildebeest and zebra thundering across the plains. Outside migration season, the Serengeti still enchants with lions, elephants, and endless horizons.
Day 8: From Savannah to Sea
Savor one last game drive before flying to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to Elewana Kilindi, a secluded coastal retreat where sweeping domes open onto the turquoise Indian Ocean.
Day 9–12: Zanzibar Bliss at Kilindi
This final chapter is all about relaxation and discovery. Spend your days soaking in the sun on white-sand beaches, swimming in crystal-clear waters, or exploring Zanzibar’s spice plantations and Stone Town’s history. Evenings invite you to dine by candlelight, with the sound of the ocean as your backdrop.
Day 13: Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast in paradise before your transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward journey.