Your 11-day itinerary, day by day

This is the exact 11-day family route from the original trip page. It links Nairobi, the Serengeti and Zanzibar by private transfers and light aircraft, with time built in to enjoy each property together.

Duration11 days
Guide price$12,720
RouteNairobi to Zanzibar
Where you stay3 family-friendly stays
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  1. Day 1-3
    The leafy Karen district of Nairobi, Kenya

    Arrive in Nairobi and settle into Giraffe Manor

    Arrange your own flights to Nairobi, where you will be met and transferred to Giraffe Manor. Settle into the lodge and enjoy your first interactions with its resident giraffes.

    OvernightGiraffe Manor (2 nights)

  2. Day 2
    Gardens in Nairobi's Karen district

    Relax and explore from Giraffe Manor

    Spend the day at leisure enjoying the lodge and visiting the giraffe sanctuary. A private vehicle and guide are included for cultural excursions around Nairobi.

  3. Day 3-7
    Four Seasons Safari Lodge in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

    Fly to Serengeti National Park

    After breakfast, transfer to the nearby airport and fly to the Serengeti. Your guide will meet you on arrival for a short game drive to the lodge, with time to settle in before dinner.

    OvernightFour Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti (4 nights)

  4. Day 4-6
    Wildlife and open plains in the Serengeti

    Family safari in the Serengeti

    Spend three days enjoying shared morning and afternoon game drives in this world-renowned wildlife area, returning between activities to the lodge's family-friendly comforts.

  5. Day 7-11
    Tulia Zanzibar beside the Indian Ocean

    Fly to Zanzibar

    Transfer to the airstrip and fly by light aircraft to Zanzibar via Arusha. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your beach hotel for four nights.

    OvernightTulia Zanzibar (4 nights)

  6. Day 8-10
    The beach and tropical gardens at Tulia Zanzibar

    Relax and explore Zanzibar

    Spend three full days at leisure, enjoying the beach and resort together or adding optional island and ocean activities.

  7. Day 11
    White sand and turquoise water on Zanzibar

    Return home

    Enjoy a final morning at leisure before transferring to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight arrangements. We hope you leave with incredible family memories and photos from East Africa.

Your family route through Kenya and Tanzania

The journey starts with two nights in Nairobi, flies into the central Serengeti for four nights of safari and finishes with four nights on Zanzibar.

  1. 1Nairobi and Giraffe Manor
  2. 2Serengeti National Park
  3. 3Tulia Zanzibar
  4. 4Zanzibar International Airport

Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. Scheduled light-aircraft flights connect Nairobi with the Serengeti and the Serengeti with Zanzibar via Arusha.

Where you'll stay

Three exceptional family-friendly stays define the route. Each uses imagery verified against the property's current Brilliant Africa page.

Manor gardens with resident giraffes in morning light at Giraffe Manor
Resident giraffe beside a table in the breakfast room at Giraffe Manor
Garden terrace beside the manor at Giraffe Manor
Resident giraffe beside the ivy-covered manor terrace at Giraffe Manor
Ivy-covered breakfast-room exterior at Giraffe Manor
Garden dining tables illuminated at night at Giraffe Manor
Aerial view of the manor and surrounding gardens at Giraffe Manor
Four-poster bed in the Karen Blixen Suite at Giraffe Manor
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Nairobi, Kenya

Giraffe Manor

A celebrated country lodge where resident Rothschild giraffes join guests at breakfast and afternoon tea, with two nights giving the family time to enjoy the grounds and Nairobi excursions.

Guest room and terrace beside a private pool at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Terrace overlooking the watering hole at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Guest bathroom at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Guest bedroom at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Shaded outdoor sitting area at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Savannah room terrace at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Savannah room sitting area at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Presidential bedroom at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
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Serengeti National Park

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

A family-friendly luxury lodge overlooking an active waterhole, used for four nights of shared morning and afternoon game drives.

Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Tulia Zanzibar, Zanzibar
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Zanzibar

Tulia Zanzibar

An intimate all-inclusive beachfront resort with villas, water sports and plenty of space for four nights of family downtime after safari.

A smiling Brilliant Africa guide beside a branded safari vehicle

Ready to plan your Kenya & Tanzania Family Adventure?

Share your dates, priorities and budget. One of our East Africa specialists will come back with first thoughts and tailor this itinerary around you, with no obligation.

What's included

Every Brilliant trip is fully inclusive of the things that matter, plus a level of support you won't find with an off-the-shelf package.

In your price

  • Experienced safari guides
  • All domestic and internal flights listed in the itinerary
  • All road transfers and airport pick-ups and drop-offs
  • All accommodation as per the itinerary, amendable to your budget and preferences
  • Fees for guides, scouts, drivers and cooks
  • All entrance and park fees
  • Fees for all activities as per the programme
  • Shared or private daily game drives, depending on your route and preferences
  • Full-board meal plan unless specified otherwise
  • Select local-brand drinks on safari
  • AMREF Flying Doctors cover
  • Conservation charges

With Brilliant, you'll also get

  • One-to-one planning with a dedicated East Africa specialist through our Bucket List Safari System
  • A local ground-support team on hand throughout your trip
  • Dedicated pre-travel support for practical questions and preparation
  • A personalised guest portal and mobile app
  • WhatsApp contact with your local support team
  • A one-to-one safety briefing
  • Step-by-step visa and travel-document guidance
  • Access to our international flight specialist for US guests

The 'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee

If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to move it and your deposit is applied to the rescheduled dates. Terms and conditions apply, enquire for details.

Prices are per person based on four people travelling together in June. Final pricing depends on dates, family room availability, internal flights and any changes to the route.

Your questions answered

How much does the Kenya & Tanzania Family Adventure cost?

The 11-day itinerary starts from $12,720 per person based on four people travelling together in June. Final pricing depends on dates, family room availability and internal flights.

How many nights are included at Giraffe Manor?

The itinerary includes two nights at Giraffe Manor, giving your family time for the breakfast and afternoon giraffe experiences as well as a guided cultural excursion in Nairobi.

Is the Serengeti safari suitable for children?

The route uses the family-friendly Four Seasons Safari Lodge for four nights, with shared morning and afternoon game drives and time to relax at the lodge between activities.

How do we travel between Kenya, the Serengeti and Zanzibar?

The trip uses private airport transfers and scheduled light-aircraft flights. The Zanzibar flight connects via Arusha, and all listed regional logistics are included.

Can we change the hotels or extend the beach stay?

Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can change the room types and properties, make safari activities more private, add nights or extend the Zanzibar stay around your family.

Talk to someone who's actually been there

A family trip across two countries needs the right room setup, sensible flight timings and a pace that works for everyone. Our East Africa specialists will coordinate each stay and tailor the safari and beach time around your family.

  • Barry, Safari Specialist & Field Guide, Brilliant Africa

    Barry

    Safari Specialist & Field Guide
  • Alyson, Guest Experience Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Alyson

    Guest Experience Specialist
  • Tracy, Tailor-Made Safari Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Tracy

    Tailor-Made Safari Specialist
  • Holly, Guest Experience Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Holly

    Guest Experience Specialist
  • Marc, Africa Travel Specialist, Brilliant Africa

    Marc

    Africa Travel Specialist

Speak to an Expert

Interested in the Kenya & Tanzania Family Adventure? Tell us your dates, children's ages, budget and what your family most wants to experience. An East Africa specialist will tailor the rooms, flights, safari pace and Zanzibar stay around you.

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