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On Safari in Kenya & Tanzania with Zanzibar 2026
13 Day Tour from Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam
Tour Description:
Explore magnificent national parks and reserves on this exciting Kenya and Tanzania safari. Travel from Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. Here embark on morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara”—home to lion, cheetah, leopard, hyena, wildebeest, and zebra. Next, explore Amboseli National Park—known for its spectacular views of 19,341-ft Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of elephants, Cape buffalo, and more. Cross the border into Tanzania and journey to Lake Manyara National Park. Explore this ecologically diverse park on a morning game drive. Your escorted African safari continues to the amazing Ngorongoro area—the astonishing crater measures 2,000 feet deep and spans 102 square miles. Revel in the fantastic game-viewing vantage point to spot lion, hippo, elephant, and flamingo. Next, you’ll enter Serengeti National Park—site of the seasonal great migration of wildebeest, and a great game-viewing area year-round. Covering 5,700 square miles, the Serengeti will thrill you with both morning and afternoon game drives with the chance to see Nile crocodiles, big cats, giraffes, and gazelles. This escorted Africa safari through Kenya and Tanzania is a dream-come-true for the adventurous of spirit. Explore more with time in Zanzibar. Ease into the rhythm of relaxing after your exhilarating vacation of game drives. Snorkelling, outdoor markets, quiet beaches, and unique animal sightings highlight your island getaway to Zanzibar.
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Dates & Pricing
| Friday 13 Feb 26 — Thursday 26 Feb 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,059 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 06 Mar 26 — Thursday 19 Mar 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,029 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 10 Apr 26 — Thursday 23 Apr 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $5,719 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 08 May 26 — Thursday 21 May 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $5,719 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 12 Jun 26 — Thursday 25 Jun 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $5,989 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 19 Jun 26 — Thursday 02 Jul 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,009 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 10 Jul 26 — Thursday 23 Jul 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,519 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 17 Jul 26 — Thursday 30 Jul 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,519 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 07 Aug 26 — Thursday 20 Aug 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,589 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 21 Aug 26 — Thursday 03 Sep 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 04 Sep 26 — Thursday 17 Sep 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,499 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 18 Sep 26 — Thursday 01 Oct 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,499 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 02 Oct 26 — Thursday 15 Oct 26
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| Friday 16 Oct 26 — Thursday 29 Oct 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,499 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes expert Tour Directors and Driver/Guides, hand-selected accommodations, and seamless transportation between destinations including intra-vacation flights—with value-minded travelers in mind. 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles are equipped with a pop-up roof for unfettered game viewing and photography. Plus, each vehicle is limited to just six guests, so you’ll always have a window seat! This tour offers a great opportunity to witness the Great Migration of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope—the largest terrestrial mammal migration in the world. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app! Your Tour Includes:• All internal flights• 3 game drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve• 3 game drives in Amboseli National Park • 1 game drive in Lake Manyara National Park • 1 full-day game drive in Ngorongoro Conservation Area • 3 game drives in Serengeti National Park • Stone Town guided sightseeing • Jozani Forest guided nature walk • Day room in Dar es Salaam upon departure Big experiences come in small packages, so each Cosmos Africa safari tour is limited to a maximum of just 24 guests per departure.
Notes:
The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Maasai Mara from August to early November. Movements and river crossings of migrating herds can be challenging to predict year to year. When possible, we’ll modify game viewing when advised of reported sightings. Since this safari includes Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, you’re guaranteed to see the herds no matter when you visit. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
The Great Migration is a natural event with herds typically in the Maasai Mara from August to early November. Movements and river crossings of migrating herds can be challenging to predict year to year. When possible, we’ll modify game viewing when advised of reported sightings. Since this safari includes Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve and Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, you’re guaranteed to see the herds no matter when you visit. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA
Welcome to Africa! Check in to your hotel and prepare for your safari adventure!
Day 2 NAIROBI–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
This morning, depart for Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area. After lunch at your lodge, set out on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Your visit here contributes to Endangered Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund project, which works towards the rehabilitation of lions and their habitats. (B,L,D)
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DinnerDay 3 MAASAI MARA
Today, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the “Mara,” as it is called by locals. Part of the Serengeti ecosystem, the reserve boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives, the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a significant food source for resident predators including lions, cheetah, leopard, and hyena. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 4 MAASAI MARA–NAIROBI–AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK AREA
Today, board a plane for the quick flight to Nairobi. Drive to Amboseli National Park, best known for spectacular views of 19,341-foot Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Embark on an afternoon game drive before settling in at your lodge located in the foothills of Africa’s highest mountain. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 5 AMBOSELI
Morning and afternoon game drives offer you a terrific opportunity to get close to the mighty elephant. You might also spot Cape buffalo, zebra, wild dog, and more. During the heat of the day, relax and enjoy the amenities at your lodge to enjoy the pool, local craft market, or a card game with a fellow traveler. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 6 AMBOSELI–ARUSHA–LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK AREA
This morning, enter Tanzania at the Namanga border. After lunch in Arusha, proceed to your camp overlooking Lake Manyara. Get lost in the woods on an optional guided hike through the magical forest in the Great Rift Valley. Did we mention the monkeys? Or...go bananas for beer made from the fruit, along with other farm specialties on an optional guided visit to Mto Wa Mbu village. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 7 LAKE MANYARA AREA–NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Lake Manyara National Park is a small, ecologically diverse park with groundwater forests, grassy plains, and the alkaline namesake Lake Manyara. The park is also home to the world’s largest concentration of baboon. Watch for these mischievous primates, giraffe, hippo, and more on your morning game drive. Then, journey to your lodge and enjoy time at leisure this afternoon. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 8 NGORONGORO AREA
Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive. Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest unflooded caldera, more than 2,000 feet deep with a floor covering over 102 square miles. Game viewing here is fantastic, as most of the animals stay in this area year-round. Witness lion, Cape buffalo, hippo, elephant, and flamingo in a unique habitat. This is also your best chance to see the rare black rhinoceros! A picnic lunch will be served in the crater. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 9 NGORONGORO AREA–SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Today, drive to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s largest and most famous park. Home to the seasonal Great Migration of vast numbers of the Serengeti's wildebeest, accompanied by zebra, Grant's gazelle, Thomson's gazelle, eland, and impala. The Serengeti remains an extraordinary ecosystem for game viewing year-round. Enjoy lunch at your lodge before an afternoon game drive. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 10 SERENGETI
The biologically diverse Serengeti covers an area of roughly 5,700 square miles and is home to a variety of animals. The name comes from the Maasai word siringit, meaning “endless plains,” and Maasai tribes co-exist with wildlife living in the Serengeti. Continue your exploration during morning and afternoon game drives. You have the chance to see the big cats—lion, leopard, and cheetah—as well as an abundance of other animals, including the Nile crocodile, giraffe, gazelle, and eland. (B,L,D)
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 11 SERENGETI–STONE TOWN, ZANZIBAR
This morning, fly to Stone Town, Zanzibar, via Arusha. Upon arrival, meet a Globus representative and settle into your hotel. Dinner tonight is at the hotel. (B,L,D)
Please note: The Tour Director does not accompany guests on extensions. Guided service is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary
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BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 12 STONE TOWN
A morning tour of Zanzibar's Stone Town offers an immersive journey into the island's rich history and vibrant culture. Begin with a guided walk through the narrow, winding alleys of this UNESCO World Heritage site, exploring landmarks like the Old Fort, the House of Wonders, and the Sultan’s Palace. Along the way, admire the intricate wooden doors and bustling markets filled with spices, textiles, and handcrafted goods. Enjoy lunch at the oceanfront Archipelago Restaurant, a popular spot serves fresh, locally inspired dishes with highlights such as seafood curry and tropical fruit drinks, making it a perfect place to unwind and savor the flavors of Zanzibar. Later, venture to Jozani Forest, home to Zanzibar’s indigenous red colobus monkeys and a diverse ecosystem. Take a guided nature walk through lush mangrove forests and towering mahogany trees, learning about the island's unique flora and fauna. (B,L)
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BreakfastLunchDay 13 STONE TOWN–DAR ES SALAAM
Bid farewell to your African adventure with a flight to Dar es Salaam, where a day room has been reserved at the Hotel Blue Saphire for your convenience. Schedule departing flights after 4 pm.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Nairobi | Maasai Mara | Amboseli National Park Area | Lake Manyara National Park Area | Ngorongoro Conservation Area | Serengeti National Park | Zanzibar Stone Town |
Tamarind Tree Hotel
First-Class
First-Class
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
