7-Day Samburu + Maasai Mara + Zanzibar Fly-In Escape
Samburu, Maasai Mara, Zanzibar
A wild-to-bliss journey for travellers who want Kenya’s character and Tanzania’s coastline in one smooth sweep.
This is your “two countries, three ecosystems, zero stress” escape. Start in Samburu — land of elephants, arid beauty, and cultures rich with tradition. Then chase big cats and golden savannahs in the Maasai Mara. Finally float into Zanzibar, where turquoise waters, spice-scented breezes, and slow island days wrap up your adventure in style.
Perfect for couples, families, or friends who want variety without rushing.
Safari highlights:
- Two iconic Kenyan parks with completely different landscapes
- The Samburu Special Five — found nowhere else in Kenya
- Big cats and classic savannah drama in the Maasai Mara
- Fly-in connections for comfort and time efficiency
- A breezy Zanzibar finale: beaches, culture, and barefoot luxury
- Smooth cross-border handling by BlueArk’s Nairobi team
Designed for travellers who want the best of Kenya and Zanzibar — private guides, wide-body bush flights, curated dining, and unmatched exclusivity.
The BlueArk Touch
Every BlueArk journey is handcrafted by our Nairobi-based safari specialists — blending insider knowledge, smooth logistics, and a little magic. You get the ease of a fully guided experience… with the freedom to explore at your pace.
Includes
- All flights (Nairobi → Samburu → Mara → Zanzibar → Home)
- Full-board accommodation on safari
- Half-board or full-board in Zanzibar (varies by lodge)
- All game drives in Samburu & Mara
- Park fees
- Airport transfers
- BlueArk 24/7 concierge support
Excludes
- International flights
- Premium drinks
- Hot air balloon (optional)
- Zanzibar activities (varies by resort)
- Tips & personal expenses
Wildlife on the Safari
Lions | Cheetahs | Buffaloes | Hyenas | Giraffes | Zebras | Impalas | Blue Wildebeest
Optional activities
- Masai/Samburu Cultural Village Visit
- Bush Dinner
- Hot Air Balloon Safari
Image gallery
Here are some of the pictures from the lodge
Book 7-Day Samburu + Maasai Mara + Zanzibar Fly-In Escape from $2,850 USD per person sharing
Itinerary
Touch down in Samburu, where rugged hills, doum palms, and red earth signal that you’ve stepped into a wilder Kenya. Settle into camp, enjoy lunch, then head out for an afternoon game drive. Look out for Samburu’s unusual residents — from the elegant gerenuk to the striped Grevy’s zebra.
Overnight: Samburu (varies by tier)
A relaxed sunrise game drive kicks off your day — Samburu elephants love gathering at the river early. Later, enjoy downtime at the lodge, or optional cultural visits to a Samburu village.
End the day with a scenic sundowner overlooking the northern ranges.
A seamless hop south lands you in the world-famous Maasai Mara. After settling into camp, enjoy a late-afternoon game drive — lions and cheetahs often get active as the heat fades. Dinner under the stars seals the day.
Overnight: Maasai Mara (varies by tier)
Spend the day exploring the Mara’s rolling savannahs in search of elephants, big cats, and the drama of daily life on the plains. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild — it’s one of the best ways to soak in the Mara.
Morning drive, then fly via Nairobi to Zanzibar. Warm Indian Ocean breeze, spice trees, and white-sand beaches welcome you. Settle into your beach resort and enjoy a lazy evening — cocktails optional, but recommended.
Overnight: Zanzibar
Spend the day exactly how you want it: explore Stone Town, snorkel Mnemba, sail on a dhow, dive, indulge in a spa day, or simply do nothing at all. Zanzibar rewards every pace.
A final oceanfront breakfast before your transfer to the airport. Fly out refreshed, sun-kissed, and carrying a perfect blend of wilderness and island calm.