Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration & Zanzibar Beach Honeymoon

Let it begin

Fly overnight to Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city.

Welcome to the Mara

On arrival into Nairobi’s International airport in the early hours of the morning, you’ll be greeted by a driver who will transfer you to Nairobi’s smaller internal Wilson airport for your flight to the Masai Mara. This scenic flight takes approximately one hour where you’ll look out the plane windows at the unspoilt wilderness of the open plains below, filling you all with awe before you even step foot in the National Park in the Great Rift Valley.

Upon arrival at your Masai Mara airstrip, you’ll be met by a Kilima Camp guide who will transfer you to your home for the next four nights – this is where the safari fun begins. Drive through the open plains to your camp, amongst potentially millions of wildebeest and zebra, giving the Masai Mara its wildlife-related fame worldwide.

Kilima means “mountain or little hill in Swahili” and is found on the western border of the Masai Mara National Reserve, on a private concession, meaning you can explore the landscape on foot, by car or even by horse. The staff can even arrange a special night game drive! Kilima Camp is a luxurious private tented camp, meaning your tent has wooden floors, warm tones to the fabrics and furniture, a private veranda with views over the plains and Mara River.

Wildebeest Migration and Big Cats

You’ll be right in the thick of it with the infamous wildebeest river crossings occurring around October when you’re staying in the Mara. As the wildebeest and zebra migrate south towards the lush green pastures in Tanzania, they are forced into a dramatic journey, stalked by lions and ambushed by crocodiles.

At night, the bush comes alive with nocturnal animals, filling the air with enchanting sounds – your professional guides and trackers will be on hand to explain the intricacies of the ecosystem and bring nature to life. You’ll be amazed what the friendly chefs can create in this environment! Breakfast is served with a view of hilarious noisy hippos lazing in the Mara River.

**Hot air balloon safari**

This is an ideal opportunity to experience a once in a lifetime flight, in a balloon, over the Mara plains. After an early wakeup call – to the sounds of immense birdsong – you’ll set off to the balloon launch site. After hopping into your basket, feel the heat of the flames that bring you smoothly into the sky – feel a soft cool breeze and look down at the wildlife moving or even bird flying beneath you. You’ll move high and low in the sky, nearly touching the treetops at times! The landing of your balloon is followed by photos and a champagne bush breakfast – the atmosphere is filled with excitement and the food is delicious!

Sand in your toes

After your wake-up for a early morning game drive, and your last hippo watching breakfast in the Masai Mara, you will be transferred back to the Mara airstrip for your afternoon flight to Nairobi. Just after lunch you'll catch a connecting flight to Zanzibar island, off the coast of Tanzania. After a one-hour 45-min flight, you’ll be met by your Breezes Beach Club & Spa driver for a one hour 20-minute drive across the flat island through villages to the resort.

Set in beautiful, tropical landscaped gardens on a pristine and peaceful beach on the east coast of Zanzibar island, Breezes provides one of the best spots for enjoying sun, sea and sand. Its meticulously designed buildings, intimate and private dining and traditional décor create an elegant and unique atmosphere. You'll stay in a standard ground level room with a terrace and garden views, surrounded by palm trees. Your rate includes breakfast and dinner.

Sun, Swim & Snorkel

This is your chance to let it all sink in, rest on the beach, by the large pool and drink in the sunshine (and cocktails!). If you have the energy, try kite surfing, windsurfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, golf, tennis, or horse riding.

**Scuba Diving**

This is an ideal chance to gain or maintain your PADI diving certificate with the in-house 5* Gold Palm and National Geographic Dive Centre, the only one in Zanzibar. As honeymooners, you will receive a 10% discount and they will send you your theory work before you leave for your honeymoon so you can choose to work on the theory from the comfort of your home rather than on the beach. Dive the unexplored and discover the untouched.

R&R Complete

Depending on your flight time, after breakfast or lunch, enjoy a return drive to Zanzibar airport for your flight back to London via Nairobi.

The Newlyweds are Back

Arriving to London feeling revived, inspired and happy with the memories, photos and sun-kissed skin from your perfect honeymoon.