East Africa Travel Guide

From the Serengeti to the Masai Mara, stunning beaches to the spectacular savannah, our East Africa Travel Guide will help you personalize every moment of your trip. From meeting with Maasai communities to traveling across the Great Rift Valley, searching for mountain gorillas in the mist or watching the Great Migration, adventure, beauty, and connection create unforgettable experiences. A travel expert who specializes in the country of your interest and understands how to craft your best trip can help you customize each day of your trip when you are ready to book.

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Samburu people in Samburu National Park, Kenya

Top 8 Things to Do in East Africa

The top things to do in East Africa break the routine for an immersion into the exciting possibilities of a region that can reveal wildebeest and gorillas,...
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

12 Best Places to Visit in East Africa

From Kenya’s national parks to Zanzibar’s coastlines, this list of the 12 best places to visit in East Africa shares what to expect as you explore one...
Prison Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania

7 Best Places to Visit in Tanzania on Safari

The best places to visit in Tanzania can make your safari dreams come true or showcase world-class beaches. While famous for its wildlife, Tanzania offers...
Lion laying on a boulder in Eastern Serengeti, Tanzania

Best Time to Visit Tanzania

The best time to visit Tanzania is from the end of May to the end of October, just before the short rains begin. As the second-largest country in East...
Wild animals surrounded by nature, Ngorongoro Crater, Africa

How to Plan a Trip to Tanzania: Frequently Asked Questions

Considered one of the top safari destinations in Africa, Tanzania is home to breathtaking scenery and outstanding game viewing, and having answers to...
Female lion with her cub in East Serengeti, Tanzania

Top 15 Animals of Tanzania and Where to See Them

With vast and varied wildlife that thrives in diverse terrain, the top 15 animals of Tanzania and where to see them highlights the biodiversity of the...
Elephants in Amboseli National Park, Kenya

10 Best Places to Visit in Kenya on Safari

Few places capture the luxury and romance of a safari quite like Kenya, the country that first defined the adventure. It is a land of classic landscapes,...
Beautiful landscape, Aberdare National Park, Kenya

7 Places to Visit in Kenya Beyond a Safari

While Kenya is synonymous with the classic African safari, there is so much more to discover beyond its iconic national parks. The places to visit in...
Rothschild's giraffe and pelicans at Lake Nakuru in Kenya

The Best Time to Visit Kenya

Kenya is a land of abundant wildlife and dynamic scenery, making it a prime destination for unparalleled safari experiences, especially between July and...
Leopard in Samburu National Park, Kenya

Top 12 Animals in Kenya and Where to See Them

This article on the top animals in Kenya and where to see them highlights exceptional and abundant wildlife in stirring landscapes. Home to a wide variety...
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

5 Best Places to Visit in Zimbabwe

Formerly known as the “breadbasket of Africa”, the regions that make up the best places to visit in Zimbabwe vary in topography, geography, and captivating...
Maasai Mara, Kenya.

Maasai Mara Luxury Safaris

Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Park lies in the country’s southwestern corner and is a haven for wildlife and wilderness experiences in East Africa. With...
Aerial view of Victoria Falls in Zambia

6 Best Places to Visit in Zambia

Said to host some of the best safari regions in southern Africa and home to some of the most welcoming locals, it is not hard to identify the best places...
Aerial view of luxury overwater bungalows on Bora Bora island in French Polynesia.

How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip Budget in 3 Easy Steps

Knowing your budget is an essential component of any trip-planning process. Whether the sky's the limit or you have specific parameters, a customized...
Balloons over Cappadocia in Turkey.

How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip in 4 Easy Steps

Explore the world with Zicasso by working with top travel specialists who will bring your dream vacation to life. Our primary goal is to make planning,...

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Reviews of Zicasso's East Africa Safaris & Tours

Based on 942 verified traveler reviews.

Carolyn T.
South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe Trip Review: Wildlife, Local Cuisine, 13-Day Trip

Wow, I ran out of superlatives–fantastic, awesome, amazing. Everything was well organized and the recommended accommodations were all top-notch. The guides were so expert in their field. Every activity was well worth the time. Every meal was delicious.

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Scott K.
Tanzania, Kenya Vacation Review: Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti, Maasai Mara, Zanzibar, Nairobi, Elephant Experience, Wildlife, Nature, 16-Day Trip

The trip to Kenya and Tanzania was absolutely amazing! The itinerary chosen for us was perfect and checked off all the things I wanted to accomplish on our first safari. Zicasso's tour agency was the best to work with. They offered great suggestions and were very responsive to all our questions and concerns!

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Glen B.
Tanzania Tour Review: 11 Nights

We had a wonderful time in Tanzania. Zicasso's travel expert and her support staff provided all the necessary information we needed. Our driver in Tanzania was friendly and well informed.

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Anil M.
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Tour Review: 10 Nights

Our first trip to southern Africa was amazing, exceeding all expectations. We saw everything we came to see, and more. The game rides were well structured and safe, the visuals were unbelievable, and taking a side trip to Victoria Falls was a great idea. The accommodations were quite luxurious, despite being considered mid-range. There was always someone there to greet us and guide us at every travel point.

Zicasso's tour operator tailored our itinerary to our wishes and was wonderful to work with. Things couldn’t have gone better.

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Rick S.
Kenya Travel Review: Safaris, Cuisine, 10 Nights

My family of six, ages 12 to 72, visited Kenya for an extraordinary 10-day trip in June 2025. Zicasso put us in touch with our travel company, which provided an itinerary and quote after interviewing us. We live in Indiana, and it was easy to conduct business with them via the internet and phone. Every one of us had a wonderful time.

We stayed at three locations in luxury tented camps. The accommodations were great and we enjoyed the friendly staff and managers. The meals at all three camps were creative and delicious. All the transfers were professionally done and on time.

We did not expect to see so many animals and get so close. What really made the trip great were the outstanding guides. They were tremendous in knowledge and service. I highly recommend using our travel company and considering the camps we stayed at.

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Daniel P.
Kenya Tour Review: Nairobi, Safari, Culture, Scenery, 10 Days

Our recent journey to Kenya was flawlessly planned and executed from the moment we arrived in Nairobi to the day of our departure. Every aspect of the itinerary ran smoothly, reflecting a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

We were consistently pampered and cared for with genuine warmth and hospitality. The natural beauty of the Kenyan landscape is breathtaking, surpassed only by the graciousness and kindness of its people.

Highlights of our trip included the unforgettable safari experiences, the exceptional quality of the camp accommodations, and meaningful visits to local villages. Each moment offered a sense of wonder and cultural connection.

The memories we have made—from the landscapes to the people—will remain with us for a lifetime. We are deeply grateful for the care and excellence that made this trip truly extraordinary.

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