Kenya, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda, South Africa · Luxury

25-Day Luxury African Safari and Beach Adventure Across 5 Countries

25 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience Big Five safaris in Masai Mara, Serengeti, Etosha, Ngorongoro Crater, and Kruger National Park
  • 02 Track mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • 03 Relax on Zanzibar's white sandy beaches and explore the historic streets of Stone Town
  • 04 Discover Namibia's dramatic landscapes at Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, and along the Atlantic coast near Swakopmund
  • 05 Enjoy seamless luxury travel across five African countries with lodges, camps, and beach resorts

Embark on a luxurious 25-day African journey across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Namibia, and South Africa with Discern Into Tanzania Safari. Explore Masai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Etosha National Park, and Kruger National Park on thrilling Big Five safaris, trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, relax on Zanzibar's white sandy beaches, and discover Namibia's dramatic desert landscapes at Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. This multi-country adventure combines wildlife, nature, cultural encounters, and seamless travel with luxury lodges, camps, and beach resorts throughout.

Explore the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei and the surreal white clay pan of Deadvlei.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 25 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Johannesburg, Windhoek, Nairobi, Zanzibar, Masai Mara, Kruger National Park, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Etosha National Park, Deadvlei, Sossusvlei
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi and Safari Welcome

  • Arrive in Nairobi and receive a warm welcome from Discern Into Tanzania Safari.
  • Transfer to your luxury hotel and relax after your journey.
  • Attend a short briefing about your 25-day African safari and beach adventure.
2
Day 02

Journey to Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Depart Nairobi for Masai Mara National Reserve by flight or scenic drive.
  • Arrive for lunch and settle into your luxury lodge.
  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the savannah plains.

Overnight stay in Masai Mara.

3
Day 03

Full-Day Big Five Safari in Masai Mara

  • Spend a full day exploring Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives.
  • Track the Big Five and observe abundant wildlife.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the reserve.
  • Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
4
Day 04

Fly to Uganda's Bwindi Region

  • Depart Masai Mara after breakfast and transfer for your flight to Uganda.
  • Travel to the Bwindi region, home to mountain gorillas.
  • Arrive at your luxury lodge and relax.
  • Prepare for gorilla trekking the next day.
5
Day 05

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest

  • Begin early with a briefing before trekking into Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
  • Track mountain gorillas and spend one hour observing them.
  • Return to your lodge for relaxation.

Overnight stay in the Bwindi region.

6
Day 06

Fly to Serengeti National Park

  • Depart Bwindi after breakfast and fly to Tanzania.
  • Arrive in Serengeti National Park and enjoy an en-route game drive.
  • Explore the vast plains on arrival.

Overnight stay in Serengeti.

7
Day 07

Full-Day Safari in Serengeti

  • Spend a full day exploring Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.
  • Search for the Big Five and enjoy wildlife sightings.
  • Have a picnic lunch in the bush.
  • Return to your lodge for overnight stay.
8
Day 08

From Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

  • Enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park.
  • Travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Arrive at your lodge in the highlands.
  • Relax and enjoy an overnight stay.
9
Day 09

Ngorongoro Crater Safari Adventure

  • Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive.
  • Spot the Big Five, including black rhinos.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater.
  • Return to your lodge for an overnight stay.
10
Day 10

Fly to Zanzibar for Beach Relaxation

  • Transfer to Arusha and fly to Zanzibar Island.
  • Arrive and relax at your beach resort.
  • Enjoy a peaceful evening by the Indian Ocean.

Overnight stay in Zanzibar.

11
Day 11

Leisure Day on Zanzibar's Beaches

  • Spend the day relaxing on Zanzibar's white sandy beaches.
  • Swim in the Indian Ocean or enjoy optional water activities.
  • Relax at your luxury resort.

Overnight stay in Zanzibar.

12
Day 12

Zanzibar Marine and Stone Town Experience

  • Enjoy optional snorkeling or a dhow cruise.
  • Explore Stone Town's historic streets and Swahili culture.
  • Visit markets and heritage sites.
  • Return to the resort for an overnight stay.
13
Day 13

Spice Tour and Leisure in Zanzibar

  • Visit spice farms and learn about local spices.
  • Enjoy free time at the beach or resort facilities.
  • Relax in tropical surroundings.
  • Overnight stay in Zanzibar.
14
Day 14

Fly from Zanzibar to Windhoek

  • After breakfast, depart Zanzibar Island and take your international flight to Namibia.

  • Arrive in Windhoek, the capital city, where you are welcomed upon arrival.

  • Transfer to your luxury hotel and check in.

  • Spend the evening at leisure, relaxing and preparing for your desert safari adventure.

15
Day 15

Into the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei

  • Depart Windhoek and journey into the stunning Namib Desert.
  • Arrive near Sossusvlei, known for its towering red dunes and surreal landscapes.
  • Enjoy spectacular sunset views over the desert scenery.
  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
16
Day 16

Explore Sossusvlei and Deadvlei

  • Explore the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei and the surreal white clay pan of Deadvlei.

  • Climb towering sand dunes and take in panoramic desert views.

  • Enjoy breathtaking photography opportunities across the Namib Desert landscape.

  • Experience the silence of the ancient desert before returning to your luxury lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

17
Day 17

Scenic Journey to Swakopmund

  • After sunrise in Sossusvlei, depart through dramatic desert landscapes toward the coastal town of Swakopmund.

  • Enjoy scenic stops along the route where the desert meets the Atlantic Ocean.

  • Continue the journey through changing landscapes and coastal views.

  • Arrive in the evening for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay at your seaside hotel.

18
Day 18

Atlantic Coast Adventures in Swakopmund

  • Explore the charming coastal town of Swakopmund.

  • Enjoy optional activities such as a dolphin cruise in nearby Walvis Bay, desert quad biking, or sandboarding in the dunes.

  • Experience the unique meeting point of the Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean.

  • Return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

19
Day 19

Travel to Etosha National Park

  • Depart Swakopmund and travel north toward the legendary Etosha National Park.

  • Arrive for an afternoon game drive exploring the park's wildlife-rich areas.

  • Spot elephants, lions, rhinos, and diverse species around the famous waterholes.

  • Check in at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

20
Day 20

Full-Day Safari in Etosha

  • Spend a full day exploring the vast wilderness of Etosha National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Visit multiple waterholes to observe elephants, lions, giraffes, and rhinos in their natural habitat.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by wildlife scenery.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

21
Day 21

Return to Windhoek

  • After an early morning game drive in Etosha National Park, depart for the scenic journey back to Windhoek.

  • Enjoy beautiful countryside views along the route.

  • Arrive in Windhoek and check in at your luxury hotel.

  • Spend the evening at leisure with dinner and an overnight stay in the capital city.

22
Day 22

Fly to South Africa's Kruger Region

  • After breakfast in Windhoek, transfer to the airport for your flight to South Africa.

  • Arrive near Kruger National Park and receive a warm welcome upon arrival.

  • Transfer to your luxury safari lodge and check in.

  • Spend the evening at leisure, relaxing and preparing for your next wildlife adventure.

23
Day 23

Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park

  • Spend a full day exploring the legendary Kruger National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.

  • Search for the Big Five and enjoy close wildlife encounters at waterholes and open savannahs.

  • Experience uninterrupted wildlife viewing across diverse landscapes within the park.

  • Return to your luxury lodge for dinner and an overnight stay in the African bush.

24
Day 24

From Kruger to Johannesburg

  • After a final morning activity in Kruger National Park, transfer to Johannesburg.

  • Arrive and check in at your luxury hotel.

  • Spend the afternoon at leisure, either exploring nearby attractions or relaxing after your safari journey.

  • Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in the city.

25
Day 25

Departure from Johannesburg

  • Enjoy a relaxed morning in Johannesburg.
  • Transfer to the airport for departure.
  • End of your 25-day African journey with Discern Into Tanzania Safari.
Masai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Sossusvlei, Zanzibar's white sandy beaches

Where this trip takes you

Masai Mara, Serengeti National Park, Sossusvlei, Zanzibar's white sandy beaches

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 15 cities · 25 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off across all destinations

  • All accommodations (luxury lodges, camps & beach resorts)

  • All domestic & scheduled flights within Africa

  • Full board meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

  • Professional safari guides from Discern Into Tanzania Safari

  • Private 4x4 safari vehicles for game drives

  • Park entry fees (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Namibia, South Africa)

  • Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  • All game drives and scheduled excursions

  • Cultural tours and beach activities (Zanzibar, Namibia coast, etc.)

  • Bottled drinking water during safari activities

  • Government taxes and conservation fees

What's Not Included

  • International flights to and from Africa

  • Visa fees for all countries visited

  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)

  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)

  • Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks not included in meals

  • Optional activities not listed in the itinerary (e.g. hot air balloon safari in Serengeti National Park)

  • Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff

  • Items of a personal nature (toiletries, medications)

  • Any itinerary changes or extra services requested during the trip with Discern Into Tanzania Safari

What to bring

  • Lightweight safari clothing for warm days in Serengeti National Park and Kruger National Park.

  • Warm jacket for early mornings and desert nights in the Namib Desert.

  • Comfortable walking shoes for safaris and gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

  • Swimwear for beaches on Zanzibar Island.

  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

  • Binoculars and a camera for wildlife viewing.

  • Insect repellent and personal medications.

  • Travel documents (passport, visas, insurance).

  • Reusable water bottle and small backpack.

  • Cash (USD recommended) for tips and personal expenses.

  • All coordinated support from Discern Into Tanzania Safari.

Know before you go

  • This is a multi-country luxury safari covering Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Namibia, and South Africa, with long travel routes and flight connections.

  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park requires moderate fitness and early morning hikes.

  • Wildlife sightings in parks like Serengeti National Park and Kruger National Park are best during early morning and evening drives.

  • Weather varies: hot savannahs, cool highlands, tropical beaches, and cold deserts.

  • Carry light luggage due to strict domestic flight limits (15-20 kg soft bags).

  • Respect local cultures and wildlife rules at all times.

  • Some areas have limited internet and mobile coverage.

  • Always follow guidance from Discern Into Tanzania Safari for safety and smooth travel.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 25 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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