Road to Zanzibar
From AUD $3332 Was AUD $4165
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Road to Zanzibar
12 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Travel overland on a 12-day eastern Africa experience all the way to Zanzibar.
Travel overland on a 12-day eastern Africa experience all the way to Zanzibar. Whether you’re spotting lions deep in the Serengeti, hiking a lush mountain trail in the Usambara Mountains, cruising on a traditional dhow in the Indian Ocean’s azure waters or interacting with local communities near Mto wa Mbu, you’re set to learn a thing or two about the wonders of these lands and its people. Travel with an expert local leader and a group of likeminded adventurers keen to scour every inch of the Ngorongoro Crater for the Big Five and share travel stories over a seafood meal in Zanzibar.
Highlights
- Explore the Serengeti, a wildlife arena like no other, and look for lions, leopards, elephants and giraffes in this iconic park.
- Take a mind-blowing safari across the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater in an open-roof 4WD vehicle for a chance to see the endangered black rhinoceros.
- Embark on a hike through the Usambara Mountains to the Irente viewpoint, then stop at a farm on the way back for a picnic lunch.
- Wander around Stone Town’s bustling bazaars and fragrant spice markets, and consider heading on an optional guided tour of the island’s spice plantations.
- Accompanied by a local crew — a leader, driver and cook – you'll be in excellent hands for the duration of your adventure.
Trip Details
12 days
Overland Vehicle,4WD Safari Vehicle,Ferry,Minibus
Small Group
English
Nairobi, Kenya
Stone Town, Kenya
Basic
Overland Expedition
Light
Itinerary
Optional Activities:
- Nairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure (45 USD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Ngorongoro Crater - 4x4 Game Drive
- Serengeti National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
Accommodation:
- Camping (with basic facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Serengeti National Park - Morning 4WD Safari
Optional Activities:
- Serengeti National Park - Balloon Ride (from price) (800 USD)
Accommodation:
- Camping (with basic facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Mto Wa Mbu - Village walk & local dinner
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Irente - Lushoto hike
- Irente - Local lunch
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Stone Town - Guided Walking Tour
- Stone Town - Local Food Tasting
Optional Activities:
- Zanzibar - Spice tour (25 USD)
Accommodation:
- Bungalow (Number of Nights: 1)
Optional Activities:
- Zanzibar - Snorkelling (50 USD)
- Zanzibar - Dhow Trip (35 USD)
Accommodation:
- Bungalow (Number of Nights: 1)
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $4165
Duration: 12 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Travel overland on a 12-day eastern Africa experience all the way to Zanzibar.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 12 Oct 2025
Customer Reviews
04/01/2024
The Road to Zanzibar is incredible. It was magical and far exceeded my expectations - which were high to start with. From beginning to end, every moment is etched in my memory. Do it.
03/17/2024
Great trip/tour would definitely recommend anyone wanting a wildlife/safari type trip. Saw so many wild animals up close and in their natural habitat, just amazing to see. Camping amongst them was special, glad I didn't miss this experience.
Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
04/01/2024
The Road to Zanzibar is incredible. It was magical and far exceeded my expectations - which were high to start with. From beginning to end, every moment is etched in my memory. Do it.
03/17/2024
Great trip/tour would definitely recommend anyone wanting a wildlife/safari type trip. Saw so many wild animals up close and in their natural habitat, just amazing to see. Camping amongst them was special, glad I didn't miss this experience.
02/14/2024
This was a very enjoyable trip with a very eclectic mix of nationalities and ages. Age range 25 to 85. Our guide Labo was fantastic, as was our chef Dawid and driver Sam and Trainee Ray. They were all very helpful with putting up and taking down the tents, quite often in the dark. The journeys were long and the mornings early but obviously necessary. We saw the big 5 and so much more. The rest came at the end in Zanzibar which was wonderful. We loved it so much, staying an extra 4 days.
01/18/2024
Great trip! Excellent value for money seeing the "real Africa" highly recommended to get the most out of Tanzania and Zanzibar!
01/17/2024
We thoroughly enjoyed this Road to Zanzibar trip. The experiences we had in the Serengeti, Usambara Mountains and Zanzibar beaches were outstanding. The Intrepid team took excellent care of us, making sure we were safe and extremely well fed. We highly recommend the accommodation upgrades where they are possible.
11/29/2023
Amazing tour. From start to finish this has been incredible. It’s impossible to choose a favourite activity or place as they have all been so unique and wonderful.
11/09/2023
Absolutely fantastic. The perfect combination of safaris, sight seeing and relaxing. Couldn’t recommend enough.
10/27/2023
This trip was an adventure. You get to see and experience so much! Camping in the Serengeti amongst the animals should be on everyones bucket list! I know the trip notes say it but there is A LOT of driving though, travel days are long and there are many of them. You will be sitting a lot. Make sure you pack binoculars!
10/04/2023
If you're on the fence about this trip, go for it! It's incredible!
10/08/2023
Fantastic tour with a great crew! We saw some of the world’s coolest sights in an affordable and exciting style. The comradeship of the group was a great addition, as well.
10/17/2023
Intrepid is aptly named. Fearless, adventurous! Definitely my approach to life and my kind of tour company!
10/05/2023
Had a truly magical trip, far surpassing any expectations I had! Thank you to Makori, John, Simon, Niko and everyone else . It's been amazing.
10/06/2023
Outstanding trip, leader, crew. Deep memories and experiences, of animals, people, culture, history. Incredible moments with animals in the Serengeti, local people (Masai Mara, Zanzibar, …), snorkeling coral reefs, hikes and walks. Group came together in the best of ways, lifetime friendships.
09/14/2023
Fantastic trip! Great mix of scenic drives, cultural experiences and amazing food.
09/16/2023
Fantastic. It was a bit tiring at first with all the moving but well worth it with all the animals that we saw and the chill time that we had in Zanzibar.
09/08/2023
If you're feeling adventurous, with a lust for travel in an environmentally conscious way and meeting new people, Intrepid is for you. We're now looking for more trips to book!
09/08/2023
Fantastic trip ….. the pace always kept the group moving, wonderful humbling experience to see and learn about the wildlife, people and culture of Africa …. Blew me away. I go back a changed person
09/03/2023
Best trip of my life! From camping amongst the lions and buffalos in the Serengeti national park to relaxing and swimming in the crystal blue waters of Zanzibar, I'll definitely be recommending this trip to everyone for years to come.
09/02/2023
Whatever you do, don’t miss Ngorongoro crater and Zanzibar. Intrepid leads the way in ethical tourism and is educating both tourists and the local tour operators in these principles. We had a fantastic group and crew - diverse and friendly. Would do another trip tomorrow if I could
08/30/2023
This has to be the best trip abroad I've ever done so far. It was so hard to pick one highlight as there were so many! A wonderful way to mark my 30th birthday and special thanks to Laban (lead guide), Mash (driver), and Willy (chef). I hope that if I book another Intrepid tour in East/South Africa, I'll be able to meet you all again! Missing you already!
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