The Regenerative East Africa Itinerary
Serengeti, Mara & the Indian Ocean
A curated 13-day journey through Tanzania and Kenya's most extraordinary regenerative properties — from the Serengeti plains to the Maasai Mara and the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean.
13 Days Across East Africa
From the island forests of Lake Victoria through the endless Serengeti to the legendary Maasai Mara, ending at an iconic underwater room off Pemba Island — each property chosen for its commitment to regenerative travel.
Rubondo Island
Lake Victoria, Tanzania
Cherero Camp
Serengeti, Tanzania
Emboo River
Maasai Mara, Kenya
The Manta Resort
Pemba Island, Tanzania
Travel That Gives Back More Than It Takes
Every property on this itinerary was chosen not just for its beauty, but for its commitment to restoring ecosystems, empowering communities, and redefining what luxury travel can be.
4 protected areas
Ecosystem Restoration
From rewilding Rubondo Island to zero-footprint camps in the Serengeti, each stay actively restores the landscapes you explore.
100% local benefit
Community Ownership
Maasai-owned lodges, local food systems, and artisan partnerships ensure tourism revenue stays with the people who call this land home.
Zero fossil fuels
Carbon-Positive Operations
Solar-powered camps, electric safari vehicles, and no permanent constructions — proving luxury and sustainability aren't at odds.
2 Countries
Tanzania & Kenya
4 Regenerative Properties
Handpicked
13 Days
Of purposeful travel
Rubondo Island Camp
Hidden deep within the lush forest of Rubondo Island National Park, Rubondo Island Camp is a secluded safari retreat unlike anywhere else in Africa. With just eight charming thatched cottages set along the tranquil water's edge, the camp offers an intimate, off-grid experience where barefoot luxury meets authentic wilderness immersion.
A beacon of rewilding, uniting conservation and community in one of Africa's most ambitious island restoration projects — every guest stay supports wildlife protection, cultural preservation, and local livelihoods.
- AddressRubondo Island National Park, Lake Victoria, Tanzania
- Nearest AirportMwanza Airport (domestic hub)
- Transfer Time2.5 hrs (domestic flight + boat transfer)
Cherero Camp
Located in the heart of Serengeti National Park, Cherero Camp offers a slice of heaven amidst the wilderness. Home to the Great Migration and true natural wonder, feel the extraordinary surroundings of the Serengeti's majestic wildlife. Built with no permanent constructions, the camp was designed to be moved entirely without leaving a lasting trace.
Founded with a deep respect for its local food systems, artisans and animals, Cherero Camp strives to both preserve and honor life on the savannah.
- AddressCentral-Western Serengeti, Tanzania
- Nearest AirportSeronera SEU in Serengeti National Park
- Transfer Time1.5-hour drive
Emboo River
Right in the pulse of the Maasai Mara, Emboo is the playground for the curious and the bold who want to dive into nature without sacrificing comfort or the planet's wellbeing. The magic of wildlife, warmth of local culture and freshness of farm-picked meals come together, all powered by green technologies.
Off-grid luxury in the heart of the savannah with extremely minimal impact — electric & silent safaris, community-owned, and fully powered by renewable energy.
- AddressMaasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
- Nearest AirportOl Kiombo airstrip
- Transfer Time10 minute drive
The Manta Resort
Floating approximately 250 metres off the shore of Pemba Island, The Manta Resort's iconic Underwater Room offers one of the most extraordinary accommodations on earth — a three-level private suite suspended above a coral reef garden in the protected Pemba Channel. Your bedroom rests four metres below the surface, encased in nearly 360 degrees of glass, where reef fish, octopuses, and the occasional squid cruise past your bed.
Committed to protecting the pristine marine ecosystem of the Pemba Channel through coral reef conservation and sustainable tourism practices that benefit local island communities.
- AddressPemba Island, Zanzibar Archipelago, Tanzania
- Nearest AirportPemba Airport (PMA)
- Transfer TimeShort boat transfer from shore
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Your Travel Designers
Emma Hill
Go2Africa
"Regenerative travel, to me, is about leaving a place better than you found it. Supporting conservation, empowering local communities, and protecting wildlife and landscapes for generations to come.
At the same time, travellers are deeply rewarded through extraordinary wildlife encounters, guided by passionate people who create experiences that remind you that Africa is not just a destination, but a feeling you carry home and want to share."
Anja Naude
Go2Africa
"Changing the way guests see travel; not only visiting and exploring another destination but actively getting involved in a more immersive and in depth experience. Visiting projects that support local communities, learning about Human-wildlife conflict and simply understanding some of the challenges the destinations are facing! Taking home 'more'."
Go2Africa curates unforgettable, nature-based African safaris shaped by over 25 years of experience and deep local connections across 15 countries. Working with more than 1,000 thoughtfully selected travel partners, Go2Africa has guided over 200,000 travellers — many of whom return year after year. Recognised by Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and the World Travel Awards — their expertise comes from experience: they know because they go.