Rock My Kenya & Tanzania Adventure

16 Nights from £3,195*

Tour Overview

Kenya and Tanzania are two spectacular countries, with beautiful landscapes, vibrant cultures, world-class safaris, and some of the most beautiful beaches you’ve ever laid eyes on!

We’ll explore the exciting city of Nairobi, go on a ‘Big 5’ safari in the Masai Mara, where you’ll also spend time with the Maasai people, we’ll head to the incredible Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater for another ‘Big 5’ safari, learn about local Tanzanian life in Bagamoyo and spend time on the beaches and learn about Swahili culture on the magical island of Zanzibar!

Nairobi

Masai Mara

Serengeti

Ngorongoro Crater

Mto wa Mbu

Moshi

Stone Town

Zanzibar Beaches

Tour Highlights

See the baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Downtown Nairobi walking our with former street boys
Feed giraffes at the Nairobi Giraffe Centre
Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint
Go on safari in the Masai Mara Safari
Spend the day with the Maasai tribe
Take a hike up Siana Hill for views over the mara
Go on a safari in the Serengeti & the Ngorongoro Crater
Hike to beautiful Materuni waterfall
Visit a Chagga village for lunch and & see how they make coffee
Visit a local school & NGO (September 2023 onwards)
Take a walking tour of Stone Town, Zanzibar with a local female guide
Visit the Forodhani Gardens nightly food market
Enjoy a traditional Swahili dinner with traditional Taarab music
Enjoy a day snorkelling on a Safari Blue tour
Visit the Rock & have lunch at trendy Upendo restaurant
Take a private Zanzibari sunset cruise

What’s Included

16 nights accommodation
16 breakfasts, 9 lunches & 8 dinners
All activities listed above
Rock My Adventure group leader & local guides
Comprehensive pre-departure information & support
All transportation as per the itinerary & included activities
Tips for local guides

Tour Dates

28 July – 13 August 2023 SOLD OUT
8 – 24 September 2023 SOLD OUT
9 – 25 February 2024 BOOK NOW
10 – 26 August 2024 BOOK NOW

Cost

Total – from £3,195 (approx.)*

Deposit: £400 (non-refundable)
2nd Payment: £2,075 (due 62 days before the departure date)
3rd Payment: $1,000 (local payment, paid on arrival)

* Total subject to current USD to GBP exchange rates

Notes

This is one of our most popular trips so please book early to avoid disappointment
The January/February trips usually coincide with the wildebeest migration and calving in the Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
The July/August/September trips usually coincide with the wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara
The August 2023 trip is slightly different from the September 2023 & 2024 trips, as the August 2023 trip has 1 night in Bagamoyo and 3 nights in Paje (rather than 2 nights in Bagamoyo and 2 in Paje)

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi, Kenya

Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to your accommodation for the night.

Relax and get to know your fellow travellers during a welcome meal and a beer or two! Your Rock My Kenya & Tanzania Adventure starts here. Karibu Kenya!

* If you have the time and can arrive earlier, we can organise any other activities you wish to do. Additional accommodation and activities charged separately.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: None

Day 2: Nairobi, Kenya

We’ll spend our first full day settling into life in Kenya and getting on Nairobi time. In the morning, we’ll take a visit to see the baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

After lunch, we’ll go on a city tour with a group of former street boys. They’ll share their personal stories with us and show you a side of Nairobi that very few tourists get to experience. You will come away with a whole mix of emotions and lots of inspiration.

In the evening we’ll go for dinner at a great local restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Nairobi Walking Tour

Day 3: Masai Mara, Kenya

Early in the morning, you’ll have the chance to feed and kiss a giraffe at the Nairobi Giraffe Centre. We’ll then depart from Nairobi and head towards the world-famous Masai Mara for our safari.

On the way, we’ll take in the views of the magnificent Great Rift Valley and stop for lunch in the town of Narok, before heading to our lovely camp.

In the evening, we’ll relax around the campfire and under the stars.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Camping (All Camping Equipment & Bedding Provided)
Activities: Nairobi Giraffe Centre, Great Rift Valley Viewpoint

Day 4: Masai Mara, Kenya

On day 4 we’ll jump in our safari vehicle and spend a full day on safari, looking for the ‘Big Five’ as well as plenty of other animals. We’ll have a lunchtime picnic in the wild under the shade of an acacia tree.

In the evening we’ll head back to camp to wash off the safari dust and enjoy an amazing bbq dinner of nyama choma and other traditional Kenyan dishes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camping (All Camping Equipment & Bedding Provided)
Activities: Masai Mara Safari

Day 5: Masai Mara, Kenya

Early in the morning, those who want to can take an optional hot air balloon ride (additional cost approx $450) over the Masai Mara, followed by a champagne breakfast by the Mara River.

Those not ballooning can take a nature walk/hike with a local Maasai guide or have a little lie in.

When the ballooners/hikers return, we’ll spend the day with Helen’s Maasai friends, visiting the village to learn about Maasai life, visiting the local school, and having lunch in the village. This is always a super fun day and one that you’ll never forget.

In the evening, you will have the option to have drinks with our safari guides in one of the bars in the nearby township. You won’t find any other tourists here!

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Camping (All Camping Equipment & Bedding Provided)
Activities: Day with the Maasai, Sekenani Night Out

Day 6: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

After breakfast and a few sad goodbyes to our wonderful hosts, well leave the Maasai Mara and cross the border into Tanzania.

We’ll spend the next few days on a glamping safari in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater, two of the most spectacular safari destinations on the planet.

In the late afternoon, we’ll arrive at our comfortable tented camp for dinner. Afterward, you can chill out in the communal tent or relax around the campfire.

You’ll go to sleep to the sounds of hyenas cackling and you may even hear the odd lion roar or elephant trumpet.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tented Camp (Ensuite)
Activities: Serengeti Safari

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

We’ll be up and out early for another game drive in the Serengeti looking for animals who are usually very active in the morning before it gets too hot.

The Serengeti has an abundance of wildlife so you won’t be disappointed! We’ll keep our eyes peeled for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and all the other animals you could ever hope to see on safari.

In the afternoon, we’ll head to our cosy lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge (Ensuite)
Activities: Serengeti Safari

Day 8: Mto Wa Mbu & Lake Manyara, Tanzania

After another early start, we’ll head down into the Ngorongoro Crater for another day on safari.

The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest intact crater in the world, formed 3 million years ago when a volcano (reportedly higher than Kilimanjaro) collapsed. The result is one of the most spectacular landscapes on earth.

Inside the crater is filled with animals and if we’re lucky we might see an endangered black rhino or two.

In the afternoon, we’ll head to Mto Wa Mbu, a colourful town near both Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park. There will be time to relax and swim at our lovely glamping lodge on the Rift Valley Escarpment.

In the evening we’ll enjoy dinner together at the lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Tented Camp (Shared Bathrooms)
Activities: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Day 9: Moshi, Tanzania

The morning is free to have a well-deserved lie-in or if you’ve still got the safari bug you can take an optional morning safari in Tarangire National Park.

Alternatively, you can take a Tanzanian go on a cultural bicycle or walking tour of the town, where you will visit the market, meet local people, and get an insight into the local culture.

After lunch, we’ll head to Moshi, where we’ll freshen up and have a group dinner. If nightlife is your thing, then Moshi is a good place to experience it!

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: None

Day 10: Moshi, Tanzania

Today we’ll visit a village on the foothills of Kilimanjaro. We’ll take a hike through the beautiful rainforest, visit a stunning waterfall and meet and learn about the Chagga people who live in Moshi and the surrounding areas.

After hiking, you will enjoy a local lunch at Mama Agnes’s house and learn how to make coffee in the traditional Chagga way. The coffee-making process is fun and interactive and accompanied by traditional songs and dances.

The evening is free to head out on the town or get an early night ready for our journey tomorrow.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: Materuni Waterfall, Chagga Village, Coffee Tour, Women’s Co-operative

Day 11: Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Today is a drive day as we head south to Bagamoyo, a historic town on the Tanzanian coast, a place rich in Swahili culture and a great place to get a true feel for Tanzanian life.

There will be time in the afternoon to take a dip in the pool at our guesthouse before we head out to dinner at a local restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Guesthouse (Ensuite)
Activities: None

Day 12: Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Today you have the option to explore beautiful Bagamoyo by bicycle or walking tour, see the main historical sights and learn about the history of this laid-back fishing town that played a pivotal role in the Slave Trade.

Or you can have a little wander on your own, taking in the ambiance of the town, the fish market, and the beach. Or relax by the pool.

In the afternoon, you can visit a local school and NGO, where you will get to see first-hand the amazing work they are doing in the community. The evening is free to relax at the guesthouse or explore the town.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Guesthouse (Ensuite)
Activities: School & NGO Visit

Day 13: Stone Town, Zanzibar

Today is an exciting day as we’re heading to Zanzibar.

When we arrive, we’ll check into our traditional Zanzibari hotel. In the afternoon, there will be some free time to relax and enjoy Stone Town.

In afternoon, we’ll take a tour of Stone Town with the best guide on the island! Afterward, we’ll visit the Forodhani Gardens, nightly food market. Where you can pick up some local delicacies such as seafood kebabs, samosas, fruit, grilled maize, sugar cane juice and our favourite, the Zanzibar pizza!

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: Stone Town Walking Tour, Forodhani Gardens

Rooftop Restaurant in Stone Town, Zanzibar

Day 14: Stone Town, Zanzibar

The main part of the day is free to take part in the activity of your choice. This includes Prison Island, a spice tour and/or taking a cooking lesson or you could treat yourself to a facial at the Mrembo Spa, shop at your leisure or simply wander the maze and absorb the magic that is Stone Town.

In the early evening, we’ll head to one of Stone Town’s best rooftop restaurants for a true Zanzibari experience with great Swahili food and local Taarab music. Pure magic!

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: Swahili Dinner with Live Taarab Music (traditional Zanzibari)

Day 15: Paje, Zanzibar

We’ll spend today sailing on a traditional Dhow in Menai Bay where conservation efforts have allowed dolphins to flourish. By mid-morning, you’ll arrive on a sandbank where you can snorkel and explore the reefs.

The crew prepare a seafood buffet for lunch, including lobster, fish and calamari as well as chicken and vegetarian options. Drinks are also included in the trip (sodas, water, beer).

Afterwards, we’ll head to the beaches of Paje – our final stop on our Kenya & Tanzania adventure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: Boat Tour on a Traditional Dhow to Menai Bay & Kwale Island

Day 16: Paje, Zanzibar

The morning is free to chill by the pool, lay on the beach, swim and enjoy one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the world.

In the afternoon, we’ll head to the beach outside the world-famous Rock Restaurant. This is the perfect place for your holiday photoshoot – so get your outfit ready!

We’ll then have lunch at Upendo, an incredible hotel and restaurant which overlooks The Rock.

In the evening, we’ll say goodbye on a sunset cruise in stunning Chwaka Bay (drinks and snacks included, swimming optional).

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel (Ensuite)
Activities: Visit to The Rock, Lunch at Upendo, Sunset Cruise in Chwaka Bay

Day 17: Departure Day

Today is always a sad day as we say goodbye to our new friends (there’s usually a few tears, I will warn you), but the memories and shared experiences of Kenya, Tanzania & Zanzibar will last a lifetime!

We can arrange your transfer to Zanzibar Airport or you can continue your Africa travels from there.

If you have time, it’s nice to stay on for a couple of extra days in Zanzibar to relax a little more.

If you need any support with your pre or post-tour Africa travels, please don’t hesitate to contact us. It’s all part of the Rock My Adventure service.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
Activities: None

Please bear in mind that the itinerary is subject to minor changes, ‘This is Africa’! But whatever happens, we’ll ensure you have an amazing trip!!

Have a question? Feel free contact us here or take a look at our FAQ’s page.

Testimonials

“I knew it would be good but it exceeded my expectations.“

“This was my second Rock My Adventure tour. It was the trip of a lifetime with a great mix of culture and nature. I knew it would be good but it exceeded my expectations. The safaris were amazing, we saw so much. We saw so many animals up close, just like watching a wildlife programme in real life. I loved travelling in a group. It’s like travelling with friends. I am always apprehensive about meeting new people but everyone has a common interest and it’s not long before you’re enjoying sharing the holiday experience with them. The tour has a very personal touch and Helen really cares about everyone having their best experience. For me Helen’s knowledge, connections, care, attention and commitment to ensure everyone has a great time is exceptional.“

SUE | UK

“Every day after was as impressive as the last.”

“After our first incredible safari day in the Masai Mara, I wondered how the rest of the trip could compare but every day after was as impressive as the last. I’ve wanted to visit Africa for as long as I can remember and all of my expectations were exceeded. We got to experience, city, safari, jungle and beach, spent some time off the beaten track with locals and some time on the beach with other tourists – the perfect balance. The trip was so well organised and Helen made sure everything ran smoothly, while spending time with us and sharing everything she knows of Kenya and Tanzania. It was lovely to experience all of these moments with a group of people that were equally as excited as me, Helen included. Coming home was very difficult, but it’s even harder trying to decide which trip I’ll go on next……””

SINEAD | IRELAND

“Definitely the best holiday I have ever been on.”

“Without a doubt the best tour I’ve ever been on. I loved every, single, bloody minute of this trip. From the minute it started in Nairobi I KNEW I was on the right tour. On meeting Helen and that instant connection of a kindred spirit. I even loved how we turned a long day of travel into a raving karaoke bus and had the best bloody day ever…just by having fun. I loved all the included activities and the optional ones too. I felt the itinerary we had was a good mix of everything, ensuring to see the best of the locations. Met my expectations, smashed passed them and blew right into the stratosphere. I wanted a slightly elevated tour, but without missing that connection to the people and the places, and this tour gave me all of that and more. YOU ROCKED MY ADVENTURE!!!”

MICHELLE | AUSTRALIA

Essential Info

Duration: 16 Nights

Dates:

28 July – 13 August 2023 SOLD OUT
8 – 24 September 2023 SOLD OUT
9 – 25 February 2024 BOOK NOW
10 – 26 August 2024 BOOK NOW

Start: Nairobi, Kenya

Finish: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Maximum Group Size: 12 people

Minimum Age: 18

Total Cost: from £3,195*

Dates:

Deposit: £400 (non-refundable)
2nd Payment: £2,075 (due 62 days before the departure date)
3rd Payment: $1,000 (local payment, paid on arrival)

* Subject to current USD to GBP exchange rates

Support

Rock My Adventure group leader
Local tour guides
Comprehensive pre-departure information & planning advice
Tips for local guides

Meals

16 breakfasts, 9 lunches & 8 dinners

Accommodation

16 nights of accommodation in good quality/unique safari camps, hostels, hotels, & guesthouses. Includes 3 nights camping whilst in the Masai Mara

Transport

All transport within Kenya & Tanzania to and from included excursions and between the main destinations on the tour (includes – taxi, safari vehicle, ferry, tuk tuk, boat, bus & minibus)

Activities

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Downtown Nairobi Walking Tour
Nairobi Giraffe Centre
Great Rift Valley Viewpoint
Masai Mara Safari
Day With the Maasai
Siana Hill Hike
Night Out in Masai Mara Township
Serengeti Safari
Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Materuni Waterfall Hike
Chagga Village & Coffee Tour
Stone Town Walking Tour
Forodhani Gardens Food Market Tour
Rooftop Swahili Dinner with Live Taarab Music
Safari Blue Tour
Visit The Rock & Lunch at Upendo
Private Sunset Cruise

Flights
Airport transfers (however we can arrange these for you)
Visas (if needed)
Medications, antimalarials or vaccinations
Travel/health insurance (required)
Drinks & meals not mentioned
Optional activities
Transport for optional activities

You will make 3 payments for this tour:

Deposit: Paid in GBP upon booking
Balance: The remainder of the GBP balance (minus the deposit) paid 62 days before your arrival
Local Payment: Paid on arrival to your tour leader in Africa

The local payment is part of the overall cost of the trip. You pay the local payment to your tour leader in US Dollars (unless specified otherwise) upon arrival in Africa.

This includes the on-tour expenses that we cannot pay prior to arrival, such as national park entry fees, meals, local transport, and some activities.

The local payment is NOT your spending money.

Travel insurance is essential for ALL Rock My Adventure trips.

Your health and safety when travelling is of the utmost importance, so it is vital that you have travel insurance policy that covers you for your trip to Africa. Adequate travel insurance is a condition of your contract with us and you will not be able to join a trip without it.

You must be satisfied that your insurance fully covers all your personal requirements including cancellation charges, theft, medical expenses and repatriation in the event of accident or illness.

Your insurance should also cover you for any adventurous activities that you wish to do – this includes the ‘included’ activities on the tour and any ‘optional’ activities.

Please be aware that some hazardous activities such as (but not limited to) white water rafting on grade 5 rapids, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, safari walks, bungee jumping and sky diving may not be covered by all policies, so you may have to take out a higher level of cover.

Medical care is not free in Africa and even the cost of getting to hospital can be super expensive, so you need to be covered in case of a medical emergency, including air ambulance evacuation and repatriation in the event of accident or illness.

For example, if your appendix bursts whilst on tour, you would need to be evacuated by helicopter/plane to a major city like Nairobi or Johannesburg.

Without insurance, you would need to pay for that out of your own pocket and this could equate to thousands of dollars.

If you are bringing along any electrical equipment such as cameras and laptops, you should also ensure your insurance covers those items too. Some policies only have this as an add-on.

If you are travelling to an area that is subject to foreign office warnings, this may void your travel insurance, so you may need to take out an additional policy for the days you are in the danger zones.

Please always read the small print.

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