We Love —
- Heading to Kenya on safari to see some of the country's most beautiful national parks, home to the Big 5.
- Retiring to your comfortable Lodge or Camp for an authentic safari experience.
- Swimming in the turquoise Indian Ocean surrounding the Mandarin Resort Zanzibar 4* and spotting exotic marine life while snorkeling.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your holiday at a glance —
How would you like to combine adventure and luxury on your next holiday? Go for a longer holiday and enjoy an exotic and serene escape at the sublime Mandarin Resort Zanzibar 4* after a thrilling safari stay visiting Kenya's main sights and natural attractions. Explore the country, discover its vast open spaces and meet its wild animals.
Your offers:
Offer 1:
6-night safari
Offer 2:
11 nights:
6-night safari and 5 nights in Mandarin Resort Zanzibar 4*
13 nights:
6-night safari and 7 nights in Mandarin Resort Zanzibar 4*
Your itinerary in brief —
Experience the wild heart of Africa with our exhilarating 6-night safari adventure in Kenya, where the untamed beauty of the savannah and the vibrant culture of this East African gem collide. See the wonders of Kenya's diverse landscapes, rich traditions and iconic wildlife including lions, elephants and zebras.
Your itinerary:
Day 1: Nairobi
Day 2: Nairobi - Lake Nakuru
Day 3: Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara
Day 4: Maasai Mara
Day 5: Maasai Mara - Lake Naivasha
Day 6: Lake Naivasha - Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Day 7: Amboseli - Departure
Your itinerary in detail —
Days 1 - 4
Day 1: Nairobi
- Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Transfer to your hotel
- Night in Nairobi
Day 2: Nairobi - Lake Nakuru
Lake Nakuru is among Kenya's finest national parks, with rocky escarpments, acacia forest and roaring waterfalls. The parklands are filled with numerous buffaloes, waterbuck, gazelles and impalas, while the majestic and rare Rothschild giraffes roam the riverine forest of acacias, occasionally walking across the open plains.
Lions, leopards, hyenas and jackals are commonly sighted, as are the black and white rhinos, who have found refuge in Kenya’s prime rhino sanctuary.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Start your safari in the early morning
- Drive to the edge of the Great Rift Valley, for a dramatic and panoramic descent down to the floor below
- Continue along the Rift Valley Floor to Lake Nakuru National Park
- Arrive at your Camp/Lodge
- Afternoon safari in this most popular bird viewing area, with a guaranteed Rhino sighting
- Night in Camp/Lodge
Day 3: Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, driving along the Rift Valley floor, past lakes Elementaita and Naivasha
- Enjoy an afternoon safari in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, proclaimed one of the finest parks for safaris the world
- Night in Camp/Lodge
Day 4: Maasai Mara
Frequently to be seen in this spectacular reserve are impalas, giraffes, elephants, zebras, buffalos and warthogs. With so many prey animals, Maasai Mara is also a haven for large predators, such as lions, cheetahs, leopards and crocodiles.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Morning and afternoon safaris in the extensive Maasai Mara Game Reserve, with the chance to spot the Big 5
- Optional hot air balloon ride and visit to a traditional Masai Village (at an extra cost)
- Night in Camp/Lodge
Days 5 - 7
Day 5: Maasai Mara - Lake Naivasha
Just beyond the shores of the serene freshwater Lake Naivasha (a designated RAMSAR site) lie papyrus swamps, acacia woodlands, forests and unique geologic features that trace the area's volcanic past.
More than 450 distinct birdlife species have been spotted here, including cormorants and pelicans, and you may also see hawks, cuckoos, woodpeckers and the majestic African fish eagles.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Depart for Lake Naivasha
- Enjoy a 1-hour boat ride to see the rich expansive bird life and numerous hippo families that reside within and around the Lake
- Night at Lodge
Please note: Depending on the day’s weather the boat ride could be undertaken before lunch if bad weather/rains are forecasted in the afternoon.
Day 6: Lake Naivasha - Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Known as the “Land of Giants”, Amboseli National Park boasts dramatic scenery with the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro as a majestic background.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- After breakfast, depart Naivasha and commence your drive to Amboseli National Park passing through Nairobi
- Continue to South of Nairobi on the Nairobi/Mombasa Road before turning due West towards Mount Kilimanjaro
- The drive takes you through typical African savanna country dotted with local homesteads and colourful Masai herdsmen grazing their cattle
- Safari in Amboseli National Park, which is one of the best in Africa to spot large herds of Elephants up close
- Night at Camp/Lodge
If weather permits, you will get a chance to watch the vibrant sunset over Mount Kilimanjaro – a spectacular scene to capture through your lenses.
Day 7: Amboseli - Departure
- Leisurely breakfast at the Lodge
- Return drive to Nairobi arriving at 2 pm, drop off will be at the Airport/railway station for your departure home
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
At each of your stops, settle into your comfortable room in carefully chosen hotels in category C.
Your hotels:
Nairobi: Hotel Boulevard
Lake Nakuru: Flamingo Hill Camp
Maasai Mara: Mara Kimana
Lake Naivasha: Kongoni
Amboseli: Amboseli Sopa
Your dining choices
This offer is based on a bed and breakfast stay in Nairobi and full board (breakfast, lunch and your evening meal served in the buffet main restaurant - excludes drinks) during your safari.
Hot air balloon ride over the Masai Mara
This is the ultimate way to observe wildlife in Africa. You wake up before sunrise and are then taken to a remote location.
As the sun rises, you float peacefully over plains, rivers and forests as you marvel at spectacular landscapes and, with a bit of luck, take incredible photos.
Mandarin Resort Zanzibar 4* —
Located in the charming village of Kizimkazi, the Mandarin Resort Zanzibar is just 50 metres from the beach of Kizimkazi Mkunguni. With upscale facilities, including an outdoor pool set in lush gardens where you can cool off, and a comfy lounge, this 4-star hotel is a haven of relaxation.
Your room —
This offer is based on a stay in a Standard Room.
Standard Room (40 m²)
Enjoy sea views from your terrace and relax in your Standard Room inspired by local crafts, for a complete change of scenery and comfortable stay.
Your dining choices
This offer is based on an all inclusive stay (breakfast, lunch and your evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant with a selection of snacks and drinks). Please see the details section for further information about your board basis conditions.
Enjoy a unique dining experience at the hotel's restaurant and sample the fusion of African, American and Argentinean flavours. Have your dietary needs and preferences catered for with vegetarian, dairy-free and kosher dishes available on request. Whether you choose to dine alfresco under the starry sky or enjoy breakfast on the beachfront, Mandarin Resort Zanzibar offers a variety of culinary delights in an enchanting setting.
Your time
Take advantage of the outdoor pool for refreshing swims after soaking up the tropical sun or relax at the bar sipping ice-cold drinks. With a private beach nearby, the resort also offers endless possibilities for relaxation or exploration of life under the aqua-blue waters.
Stone Town tour (2h30) - for minimum 2 people
Discover the charms of the old town of Stone Town, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its major historic sites and places of interest steeped in history and marked by the various passages of sultans, Arabs, Europeans and Zanzibaris.
Practical information:
Type of excursion: guided walking tour in a group
Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German
Availability: daily
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: yes
Accessible to pregnant women: yes, by medical agreement
Recommended age: All ages. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 2h30 + transfers
Times: 8:30am - 12pm (to be reconfirmed, depending on the location of your hotel)
Minimum number of people required for the tour: 2
Transfers: included
Pick-up and drop-off point: reception of your hotel
Price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point
- The services of a guide during the tour
Price does not include:
- Meals and drinks, gratuities and personal expenses, if any
- Anything not included in the price
Visit Stone Town and a spice factory (6h) - for minimum 2 people
Set off for a day, accompanied by a guide, to discover the island's cultural heritage. Walk through Stone Town, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then head to a spice factory to smell and taste mouth-watering seasonal spices, herbs and tropical fruits, including jackfruit, pineapple and green coconut.
Practical information:
Tour type: guided walking tour in a group
Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German
Availability: daily
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: yes, by medical agreement
Recommended age: 3 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 6h + transfers
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. (to be reconfirmed, depending on the location of your hotel)
Minimum number of people required for tour: 2
Transfers: included
Pick-up and drop-off point: reception of your hotel
Price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and the meeting point
- Services of a guide during the tour
- Entrance fees to sites visited
Price does not include:
- Meals and beverages, gratuities and personal expenses.
- Anything not included in the "price includes" section.
Excursion to Prison Island (2h) - for minimum 2 people
Take a day trip to Prison Island, an island off the coast of Zanzibar, to discover its former prison, sandy beaches, turquoise waters and maybe spot some hundred-year-old giant tortoises.
Practical information:
Tour type: guided walking tour in a group
Languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German
Availability: daily (weather permitting)
Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
Accessible to pregnant women: yes, with medical approval
Recommended age: 7 years. Minors are the responsibility of the adults accompanying them.
Duration: 2h + transfers
Times: 8:30am - 12pm (to be reconfirmed, depending on the location of your hotel)
Minimum number of people required for tour: 2
Transfers: included
Pick-up and drop-off point: reception of your hotel
Price includes:
- Transfers between your hotel and the tour site
- Services of a guide during the tour
- Entrance fees to places visited
Price does not include:
- Meals and beverages, gratuities and personal expenses.
- Anything not mentioned in the "price includes" section.
Snorkeling around Mnemba Atoll (2h) - for minimum 2 people
Explore the most famous marine conservation area in the Northeast of Zanzibar. A short boat ride from Matemwe villages takes you to Mnemba Atoll Marine Park boasting an extraordinary coral reef, home to moray eels, lionfish, stingrays, and much more. The turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean welcome you to discover fascinating marine wildlife!
Please note, this tour is a half day and does not include lunch or refreshments.
Your journey —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destination —
Zanzibar
The historic spice island of Zanzibar lies just off the coast of Tanzania, and promises everyone a once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience, whether that be at the tail end of a thrilling safari or independently as an island adventure. Zanzibar caters for every traveller, whether that be those looking to backpack on a budget, or those interested in enjoying a luxurious and exotic getaway.
In terms of attractions, Zanzibar is as varied as it is beautiful, ensuring guests in search of diversity are constantly surprised. Stone Town should be number 1 on any tourist's bucket list. Charismatic, full of life and rich in history and culture, the quaint, cobbled streets of Stone Town are a delight to explore and offer up no end of treats, including the relaxed seafront promenade, the faded colonial buildings, the colourful food markets and unique touches such as the Aldabra giant tortoises at Prison Island (a short 30-minute boat ride from Stone Town itself). Given its historical focus on the spice industry, an informative spice tour is also highly recommended!
For those who simply wish to lay back, soak up the sunshine and unwind with a cocktail in hand, Zanzibar's many beaches are also a delight. Favourites include Nungwi and Kendwa in the north of the island, where tourists are sure to be awe-struck by an untouched Indian Ocean paradise.
Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya’s capital city and is full of cosmopolitan delights. It is world-known as the safari capital of Africa and has a dynamism and energy of any other modern city that serves up a fascinating introduction to as much nightlife as it does wildlife.
The Masai Mara is known as one of Africa's greatest Wildlife Reserves, situated in southwest Kenya. It is famous for its abundance of big cats - lion, leopard and cheetah - the Great Wildebeest Migration and its countless zebras. Meet the local Maasai people, well known for their distinctive custom and dress, and discover a different way of life.
When on a game drive, experience what many people only dream of in a lifetime - days spent side by side with some of the greatest members of the animal kingdom, seen in their natural habitat. This national park is a sight to behold: grassy plains dotted pockets of lush forest and a vast lake which flamingos flock too, mingling with black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, hippos and giraffes. Retreat from the lowlands and enter the forested area, a favourite haunt of lionesses and leopards alike who love sleeping in the trees.
