Sun & Safari

Yes! You've got another day to soak up the Mara's rolling grasslands and broad horizons. Heart eyes emojis at the ready! Also today: an optional visit to a Maasai village. Prep your peepers for an explosion of colour, 'cos the shukas (blankets) and jewellery that the locals wear are seriously bright and beautiful! While you're here, you may even get the chance to watch a traditional dance performance - and if you're really lucky, you might be invited to join in...

Today we'll leave the incredible natural wonderland of the Maasai Mara behind us and hit the road back to the chaotic city of Nairobi. Tonight, you're free to explore your way. Pro tip: head to Carnivore for the chance to try ostrich roasted on a traditional Maasai sword. Cool, huh?

Next stop, Tanzania. Did you know? This unforgettable country is home to over 120 tribes - who speak over 120 languages! Try and wrap your vocal cords around a new phrase or two as we make our way to Arusha (Tanzania's 'safari capital'). This bustling city is filled with colourful markets and sits pretty at the foot of Mt Meru. Wanna take a look around? Good news - there's an optional town visit on the table today.

Wave bye-bye to the truck - today we'll switch to smaller 4x4 vehicles as we head west to the epic Serengeti National Park ('the place where the land moves on forever'). Don your khaki greens, 'cos we're going all-out safari mode! Exciting. Don't forget to keep an eye out for lions and hyenas...

Rise and shine! This morning we're heading out on a game drive over the seemingly endless Serengeti plains. Safari fact: the animals here are usually more active during the cooler hours of the day, so we'll make an early start and head back to camp for lunch. If you're feeling sleepy, take forty winks - we'll be back on the wildlife trail this afternoon!

Get excited, 'cos today we're headed inside the Ngorongoro Crater for a morning of game driving and wildlife spotting. Trust us - this place is like nowhere else on Earth! We'll weave past forests, plains and lakes as we search for the Big Five (who tend to be less shy here than in other wildlife reserves, FYI). You'll be dreaming of zebras, cheetahs and rhinos after hitting the hay back in Arusha tonight…

Off we go to Bagamoyo! If we're lucky with the weather, we might even get to see an ah-mazing snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa's highest peak) on the way. Sweet! Here's a bit of trivia for you - Bagamoyo was founded at the end of the 18th century and was once the capital of German East Africa. One for the pub quiz file!

Hop on the ferry - we've got a beautiful palm-fringed island to get to! Get out there and begin your stay on Zanzibar with a walk around the mosques, palaces, courtyards and alleyways of Stone Town. You're sure to find a whole bunch of souvenirs in the markets - from jazzy fabrics to unusual wooden carvings. Noticed that intoxicating aroma in the air? That'll be the spices. Head out on an optional spice tour to learn more about the fragrant vanilla, cinnamon, pepper, ginger and nutmeg that are grown here.

If it's white sand, sparkling sea and hot sun you're after, you've come to the right place! You've got three days to get stuck into some optional snorkelling and scuba diving in the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean. Later, there's an optional sunset dhow trip with your name on it!

Awake to another day in this dreamlike haven. Why not indulge in some sumptuous seafood or simply relax beneath a coconut palm with a cocktail and a good book. Bliss.

Eat, sleep, beach, repeat! You could totally get used to this...

Nooooooo - after one last breakfast as a group, it's time to jump on the ferry back to Dar es Salaam. Swap those socials and hug it out, 'cos this Sun & Safari adventure ends here.