11 Days / 10 Nights

Countries: Kenya & Tanzania

Style: Coast • Safari • Culture

Best for: Couples, slow travelers, culture lovers

Comfort level: Midrange (upgradeable)

Trip Overview

This cross-border journey explores the Swahili coast of Kenya and Tanzania, combining relaxed beach stays with a unique safari experience where wildlife meets the Indian Ocean.

The itinerary begins along Kenya’s coastline, offering time to unwind after arrival. From there, travelers continue south into Tanzania, transitioning from coastal culture to the rarely visited Saadani National Park, one of the only places in East Africa where safari landscapes extend directly to the beach. The journey concludes with a short island stay on Zanzibar, blending history, culture, and coastal relaxation.

With short travel legs, generous beach time, and just one light safari park, this itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a softer, less traditional East Africa experience.

Highlights

• Relaxed Indian Ocean beaches on Kenya’s coast
  
  
• Coastal culture and port-city life in Dar es Salaam
  
  
• Bush-to-beach safari experience in Saadani National Park
  
  
• Stone Town history and island life on Zanzibar
  
  
• Slow-paced coastal route with minimal long drives
  
  

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Nairobi (Kenya)

Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Meet & greet and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Nairobi | Hotel

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 – Nairobi → Kenyan Coast

Morning transfer to the airport and flight to the Kenyan coast. Transfer to your beach resort and afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: Diani Beach / Watamu area | Beach resort

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 – Kenyan Coast

Full day at leisure to relax on the beach or enjoy optional water-based activities such as snorkeling or dhow sailing.

Overnight: Kenyan Coast | Beach resort

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 – Kenyan Coast

Another day at leisure to unwind or explore the surrounding coastal communities and marine parks.

Overnight: Kenyan Coast | Beach resort

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 – Kenyan Coast → Dar es Salaam (Tanzania)

Morning transfer to the airport and flight to Dar es Salaam. Afternoon at leisure or optional city exploration.

Overnight: Dar es Salaam | Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 – Dar es Salaam → Saadani National Park

Drive north along the Tanzanian coast to Saadani National Park. Afternoon game drive inside the park.

Overnight: Saadani area | Safari lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 – Saadani National Park

Morning game drive followed by an afternoon boat safari on the Wami River or leisure time by the beach.

Overnight: Saadani area | Safari lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 – Saadani → Zanzibar

Morning drive back toward Dar es Salaam and continue by ferry or flight to Zanzibar. Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Zanzibar | Beach resort

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9 – Zanzibar (Stone Town & Culture)

Morning guided tour of Stone Town. Afternoon at leisure to explore or relax.

Overnight: Zanzibar | Beach resort

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 – Zanzibar

Full day at leisure for beach time or optional island excursions.

Overnight: Zanzibar | Beach resort

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11 – Zanzibar Departure

Transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for onward travel.

Meals: Breakfast

Pricing (USD per person)

Based on midrange beach resorts, safari lodge, private guide & internal flights

Prices are indicative and subject to seasonal flight and lodge availability.

Price Includes

• All accommodation (10 nights, midrange)
  
  
• All meals as specified
  
  
• Internal flights (Nairobi → Coast, Coast → Dar es Salaam)
  
  
• Ferry or flight (Dar es Salaam → Zanzibar)
  
  
• Private vehicle with professional guide (Tanzania)
  
  
• All park and conservation fees (Saadani)
  
  
• Game drives and boat safari in Saadani
  
  
• Guided Stone Town tour
  
  
• Airport and ferry transfers
  
  

Price Excludes

• International flights
  
  
• Visa fees (Kenya & Tanzania)
  
  
• Travel insurance
  
  
• Drinks & personal expenses
  
  
• Optional activities
  
  
• Tips & gratuities