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East Africa's top travel destination, Kenya, hits home-run with its wildlife wish lists and prime game-viewing staged on dramatic landscapes like savannah, lake lands and mountain highlands. Neighbouring Tanzania comes a close second with an unbelievable diversity of wildlife, sprawling national parks, untouched natural wonders, electric blue coastline and a scatter of beguiling islands. Uber-cool jungle glamping to exotic beach hideaway, no creature comfort is out of bounds in this destination combo.
July to November
10 Days
Adventure, Beaches, Nature & Landscape, Wildlife & Safari
Luxury lodges and camps in Kenya and Premium hotels in Tanzania
Catch intriguing glimpses of Nairobi en route from the airport to Giraffe Manor, the elegant vine-clad boutique luxury accommodation, snuggled within 140 acres of verdant indigenous forest. Soak up the style and character of the authentic 1930s decor and fine art pieces. After a sumptuous lunch on the outdoor courtyard patio, pet the world’s tallest species at the onsite Giraffe Centre. Then luxuriate on the tranquil sun-washed garden terrace with a spread of afternoon tea, cookies, scones and fruit platters. Later, do your bit to save wildlife by adopting a chubby baby elephant at the nearby David Sheldrick elephant orphanage.
Giraffe Manor
Prep for one of the most unforgettable bucket list experiences in the world, breakfast with the endangered Rothschild giraffes, who poke their heads in through the open windows, eagerly sharing your morning meal. Immerse into local culture with the Masai tribes’ people in the Ngong Hills, learning about their native craft-making and musical heritage. Then gear up for a horseback trail and merge into the magical Kenyan landscape, trotting gently by Masai herders, across vast plains and through thick forests, before galloping off like a movie star into a flaming African sunset.
Giraffe Manor
Feel your pulse race as you hover over the rolling Masai Mara plains. Venture deep into the wilderness, check into your extravagant jungle tent and blend into the earthy browns and greens of the environment over refreshing drinks served on your private veranda. Set out on a thrilling game drive in the comfort of a private 4×4 vehicle to see the Big 5 and other abundant wildlife. Back in the resort, spend the evening sipping on a gin and tonic around the cozy campfire, watching the fiery glow of the sun fade into a dusty horizon.
Sala’s Camp
Wake up to cheerful birdsong, soft sunbeams and aromatic roasted coffee. The day promises a heart-pounding event, the Great Migration, where you will witness thousands of wildebeests and zebras crossing the crocodile-infested Mara River in their epic annual journey around the planet. Calm your excited nerves at a scenic spot, relishing a hearty lunch, stove-cooked under the shade of an acacia tree. Glam it to the max with an exclusive hot air balloon safari to catch the Mara River snaking through the Great Rift Valley. Spot animals and trace out acacia trees silhouetted black against a burnt sienna sky. Could Kenya be any cooler?
Sala’s Camp
Relax in the laid-back rural ambience of Tanzania’s Moshi town, and let your eyes be drawn to the eternal silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain looming large in the distance. Plan for some much-needed downtime with a picnic lunch basket at the edge of the brilliant blue Lake Chala, and ponder over the caldera created by a three-million-year-old volcanic eruption. Back in town, sign up for Mamba Marangu and Machame Cultural Tours to get familiar with the life of the local Chaga people.
Kaliwa Lodge
Charter a scenic helicopter flight to get up-close to the ‘Roof of Africa’ and its landmarks like North Kilimanjaro Rongai, Volcanic Lake Chala, Mount Kilimanjaro forest and Shira plateau. Hop over to the tiny village of Materuni for a guided trek through Tanzanian Arabica coffee farms and banana plantations. Learn the fine art of coffee making and stock up on brews to take back home with you. Go the extra mile with a 40-minute hike up to the Materuni Waterfalls, where you can play Tarzan & Jane with a cool dip in the sparkling waters. Later, potter around the bazaar of Moshi town for unusual mementos to remind you of your time in the country.
Kaliwa Lodge
Parked on the powder-soft sands of the tropical dreamscape island of Zanzibar, partake in a peaceful interlude like nowhere else. Let a soothing nothingness invade your senses while you gaze meditatively into the endless aquamarine glitter of the Indian Ocean. Dip in for a revitalising swim and lap up all the vitamin sea you crave, before giving in to well-deserved gluttony over a delectable seafood spread. Kick off your flipflops, kick in the lounging spirit, flaunt your designer beach wear and sip cocktails to the sounds of live music till the sky stuns you into silence with its daily drama.
Zanzi Resort
Disappear into a brilliant kaleidoscope of multi-cultural architectural influences in the Stone Town. The tangle of streets hides delightful 19th-century coral-stone buildings and an old Arab fort, besides famous landmarks synonymous with Zanzibar’s legendary son, Freddie Mercury. Locate hidden treasures in back alleys, and dip into its rich history at the House of Wonders, that houses a museum on Swahili culture. Reward your palate with a Zanzibar Spice Tour & Cooking Class. It’s almost obligatory for lovers of all things culinary. Cap it up with street food gorge fest at the Forodhani Night Market. Think mouthwatering skewers, bowls of urojo and the famous Zanzibar pizza.
Zanzi Resort
Go down under the mystical island where Arabia meets Africa with a scuba dive at the Mnemba Atoll Marine Park. Novices can learn scuba diving with the best certified instructors and discover a new passion in the wonderland of colourful corals and reefs. Adventure fix sorted, make time for indulgent wellness rituals back in your blissful beach haven. An ideal case scenario involves an African signature treatment which uses an African calabash to balance and harmonise the mind, body and soul. Glowing in the aftermath of the rejuvenation, ready up to party the night away at Kendwa Rocks.
Zanzi Resort
Devote a morning for a sensory explosion on the Spice Island. Drown in a heady mix of aromas like vanilla, cloves, turmeric, nutmeg and cinnamon, while being driven through the lush greenery of Zanzibar’s spice region. Quench your thirst for history at the ancient Kidichi Persian Baths, built by the first Sultan of Zanzibar for his wife, granddaughter of the Shah of Persia and the home to Dr. David Livingstone, the great explorer and anti-slavery campaigner. Dine in the Rock Restaurant perching on a rock that pins it to the ocean floor. What better than an old-school dhow cruise to seal your romance of this equatorial fairyland?
Zanzi Resort
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