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Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach experience

Experience Tanzania’s mesmerising beauty in 17 days on our Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar travel adventure! From discovering the wildlife on an African safari to basking on the tropical beaches of Zanzibar : Get the most out of your time in Tanzania.

This private luxury safari offers you the opportunity to experience Tanzania at your own pace. Travel to the famous Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater with your experienced English-speaking guide, and enjoy the comfort and safety of your own private safari vehicle. Let majestic elephants and tropical birds in the Tarangire National Park inspire you, and end a perfect Tanzania itinerary by soaking up the sun on the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar.

Optional Activities:

  • Hot air balloon safari in Serengeti
  • Visit Maasai tribal village
  • Olduvai Museum
  • Guided walk at Olduvai Gorge

Arrival

Day 1

Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative driver guide. After a warm welcome, he will provide a brief overview of your upcoming safari adventure. You will then proceed on a scenic drive to your accommodation; you will have the opportunity to learn about the rich history of our city from your knowledgeable driver guide. Finally, you will arrive at the lodge, where a warm welcome awaits. You can and enjoy a delicious dinner, followed by a relaxing overnight stay.

Meals:

Bed & Breakfast

Accomodations:

Pembeni River House

Day 2

Tarangire National Park

We will pick you up from the Hotel at 8:00am and transfer to Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for huge herds of Elephants. You’ll begin your game viewing in the park including a picnic lunch after lunch, proceed with an afternoon game drive to enjoy the many species of animals and birds as well as Baobab trees. It’s also a famous one. Transfer for Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

Day 3

Serengeti National Park

We will pick you up from the Lodge drive to Serengeti National Park passing Ngorongoro Conservation area authority, your driver will stop in some of the beautiful views overlooking the crater, further continue via Olduvai Gorge (optional) the cradle of Mankind, where Dr Louis and Mary Leakey made a significant discovery of the first man. On crossing the border picnic Lunch will be provided by your driver guide followed by game viewing en route drive further for sun set game drive before going to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Serengeti Safari Lodge

Day 4

Serengeti National Park

This is your full day for game viewing in Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. You may wish to take a picnic lunch and go for the whole day according to game locations or return for a hot lunch and go out again to see the great herds of buffalo, Wildebeest, Elephant’s giraffes, Lions, leopards, all three African jackal species found here etc. Dinner and Overnight at lodge

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Serengeti Safari Lodge

Day 5

Ndutu Area

Soon after breakfast, we will leave the park and drive to the Ndutu Area, with your full-packed lunch boxes in our vehicle. Normally, the wildest migration is supposed to take place here from the end of December to the early part of April. You will have dinner and overnight stay at lodge.

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Ndutu Safari Lodge

Day 6

Ndutu Area

After leisurely breakfast being your full day for game viewing in Ndutu area with morning and afternoon game drives. You may wish to take a picnic lunch or hot lunch and go for the whole day en route according to game locations to enjoy the migration of wildebeest, zebras, as well as gazelles, great heard of buffalos, elephants, giraffes and the spectacle of predators. As far as safaris concerned, that will be a good time for game viewing in the parks. From December- central, south and eastern areas of Serengeti including areas in Ngorongoro {Ndutu Area} sustain the full migration of wildebeest, zebra, associated predators and other species. The concentration of wildlife in this area is spectacular. Dinner and overnight at lodge.

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Ndutu Safari Lodge

Day 7

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Following breakfast, you will embark on a morning game drive within the park. Afterwards, you will proceed to lodge, where you will enjoy dinner and spend the night. This will prepare you for the next day’s adventure, as you get ready to descend into the crater.

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Ngorongoro Safari Lodge

Day 8

Ngorongoro Crater Tour

After breakfast you will descend into the crater for a wonderful game drive (with a picnic lunch) inside the Ngorongoro Crater often described as one of the wonders of the world. It is the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and a natural sanctuary for some of Africa’s densest animal populations. It is one of the few places where the rare black rhino can be observed in their natural setting. As very few animals migrate in and out of the crater with its 2000 ft. high walls. You can expect to see lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, flamingos, jackals, rhinos, antelopes, many birds and other species. With a bit of luck, the ‘Big Five’ can be spotted during one game drive only. Then after lunch break you will have opportunity to continue the game till get close to the ascending road of crater and proceeding checking out the Ngorongoro crater and start driving to your accommodation.

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Ngorongoro Marera Mount View Lodge

Day 9

Lake Manyara National Park

Today soon after early breakfast we will drive you to Lake Manyara National Park, for game viewing in the park to enjoy the lush jungle like ground water forests filled with baboons, blue monkeys Flamingoes and Tree climbing lions are so famous, end of the drive to lodge for dinner and overnight stay

Meals:

Full Board

Accomodations:

Pembeni River House Arusha

Day 10

Fly to Zanzibar

After leisure breakfast your driver picks you up from the hotel and drive you to Kilimanjaro Airport {JRO} or Arusha Airport ready to catch your flight to Zanzibar. Upon Arrival at Zanzibar Airport, meet and greet road transfer to hotel, check in, welcome drink and relax for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals:

Half Board

Accomodations:

Madinat Al Bahr Hotel

Day 11

Zanzibar: Snorkeling

Full day safari blue after breakfast, picked up by our guide and transfer to Fumba Village for your full day picnic on safari where you will do snorkeling and sunbathing and if you are lucky will see dolphins. After the above tour, return to your hotel in time for dinner and overnight.

Meals:

Half Board

Accomodations:

Madinat Al Bahr Hotel

Day 12

Zanzibar: Dolphin & Sunset Cruise

Watch dolphins frolic through coastal waters on this scenic 2-hour sunset sail. Board your comfortable cruise. See pods of dolphins travel together and leap above the water. Take photos and admire incredible sunset views. Don’t miss the chance to participate in games and dance when the boat docks. Return to your hotel in time for Dinner and Overnight stay.

Meals:

Half Board

Accomodations:

Madinat Al Bahr Hotel

Day 13

Zanzibar: Relax at the hotel

Take it easy today where a full day of relaxation and leisure activities awaits. Spend your day lounging by the pool, taking a leisurely walk around the hotel’s grounds, and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. As the evening unfolds, savor a delicious dinner, crafted to perfection by our culinary experts. After dinner, unwind and get a good night’s rest, feeling refreshed and ready to take on a new day with enthusiasm and energy.

Meals:

Half Board

Accomodations:

Madinat Al Bahr Hotel

Day 14

Nungwi Zanzibar: Stone Town Tour,Spice Farm

After breakfast, today you check out from Madinat to North beach at Warere Beach Lodge.
We will pick you up after breakfast and discover Zanzibar’s aromatic history on a half-day walking tour of Stone Town with hot local lunch, setting out on foot so you can see Stone Town’s narrow, car-free streets and atmospheric corners. You’ll discover some of Stone Town’s highlights, from colonial landmarks to the Old Fort, the house where Freddy Mercury was born, and an Anglican Cathedral that marks the former site of a slave market. Stone Town walking tour with Zanzibar spice trade history get your bearings in the maze-like UNESCO Site See top landmarks and lesser-known areas Door-to-door transport from hotels in Zanzibar. After this amazing experience, we will take you to Northern Beach Hotel Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals:

Half Board

Accomodations:

Warere Beach Lodge

Day 15

Nungwi Zanzibar: Prison Highland

After breakfast we will pick you up and drive to starting point where you check in at your boat to start the excursions. The Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach Tour is a full-day guided tour that highlights both Prison Island’s tour, which incorporates the visitation to giant tortoises and exploring Nakupenda Beach featuring sunbathing, snorkeling, a taste of Seas foods as well as seasoned fresh fruits will be safe during lunch. Prison Island and Nakupenda Beach is a full-day trip that begins from the Forodhani garden, known as the heart of stone town in the morning, lunch on shoal outings, swimming, and beach relaxation. Further, tourists can relax on the sandbank or learn about the marine life around the sandbank before riding a boat, cruising back to picking up location. The tour incorporates a trip back on the boat and sails you off to Nakupenda Beach. Here we’ll have an ideal opportunity to unwind in the Tanzanian sun or take a dip in the turquoise waters. In addition, tourists will have delicious meals, including a fish lunch and tropical fresh fruits. After this amazing experience, we will take you back to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

Meals:

Half Board

Accomodations:

Warere Beach Lodge

Day 16

Nungwi Zanzibar: Relax to the Hotel

Today, you will rise and shine, and head out for a final bout of shopping to pick up any last-minute items you may need or want to bring back home. Following this, you will return to the hotel to relax and unwind, taking some time to recharge before the journey ahead. As the day progresses, you will begin to make preparations for your departure the next day, double-checking that you have everything you need, packing your bags, and making any necessary travel arrangements to ensure a smooth and stress-free journey.

Meals:

Half Board

Accomodations:

Warere Beach Lodge

Day 17

Depart

Today you will end your trip in Zanzibar; depending on your flight schedule our representative will transfer you to Zanzibar airport for your international flight back home. We wish you a safe Journey.

End of Tour

Price Includes:

All park entry fees and government taxes as per itinerary

Full board accommodation fees

All ground transfers

Transport in a private 4WD Land Cruiser with pop-up roof, ideal for game viewing and sightseeing

Activities in Zanzibar, including accommodation and transfers

Flight from Arusha to Zanzibar

Service of a fully qualified English-speaking driver guide

Meals as per itinerary

2 liters or more of mineral water per person per day

House wines during safari

Soft drinks

Light beers

All activities in Zanzibar

Price Excludes:

International airfares

Travel insurance

Kenya Visa Fee – to be applied and paid for online at: https://eservices.immigration.go.tz/visa/

Meals and drinks not mentioned

Tipping

Items of a personal nature (e.g., telephone/internet usage, laundry, drinks, etc.)

Change in itinerary, park fees, or other charges beyond our control

Activities not mentioned in the package (e.g., balloon safari, etc.)

Kenya Surveillance Form – to be filled within 24 hours of arrival to Kenya: https://evisa.go.ke/evisa.html

Early check-in or late check-out

Can I visit Zanzibar after my safari?

Absolutely. Many travelers end their trip with a few days of relaxation on Zanzibar’s beaches. Flights connect directly from bush airstrips or Arusha.

Can I drink the tap water?

No — always drink bottled or filtered water.

What’s the typical safari schedule in Tanzania?

Early morning and late afternoon game drives are standard, with mid-day for rest or optional activities. In private reserves, walking safaris and night drives may also be available.

What are the top things to do?

Explore Stone Town, relax on the beach, take a spice tour, go snorkeling, and visit Jozani Forest.

Is internet available in safari camps?

Many lodges have Wi-Fi in main areas, but it can be limited or absent in remote locations. It’s a great chance to unplug.

Are there walking safaris in Tanzania?

Yes, especially in areas like Tarangire, the Serengeti’s private concessions, and Ruaha. These are led by trained walking guides and are ideal for tracking smaller details of the bush.

How do I travel between parks?

You can choose overland safaris in 4×4 vehicles or fly between parks using bush flights, which save time and offer scenic views.

Where is Zanzibar?

Zanzibar is a tropical island off the coast of Tanzania in East Africa.

Do I need a visa?

Yes — most travelers need a Tanzanian visa, available on arrival or online.

Are vaccines required?

Yellow fever is only required if arriving from a risk country; other vaccines like Hep A, Typhoid, and malaria meds are recommended.

What currency is used?

Tanzanian Shilling is the local currency, but USD is widely accepted.

Can I use credit cards?

In some hotels and larger restaurants, yes — but cash is essential in many places.

When’s the best time to visit?

June–October (dry, cool), and December–February (hot, sunny).

Is Tanzania a good destination for first-time safari-goers?

Yes. Tanzania is ideal for both first-timers and seasoned travelers. It’s home to iconic parks like Serengeti and Ngorongoro, with excellent infrastructure, well-trained guides, and abundant wildlife viewing year-round.

What should I wear?

Modest clothing in towns; swimsuits are fine on the beach.

What makes the Great Migration in Tanzania special?

Tanzania hosts the majority of the migration cycle—from calving in the Southern Serengeti (Dec–Mar) to dramatic Mara River crossings in the north (Jul–Oct). Mobile camps allow you to stay close to the action based on the season.

Is Zanzibar safe?

Generally yes, just avoid walking alone at night and respect local customs.

Are Tanzania safaris more private or shared?

You can choose either. Private safaris are common for couples, families, or groups, while shared safaris are available for those looking for a more budget-friendly option.

What language is spoken?

Swahili is the local language; English is widely spoken in tourism areas.

Do I need a visa for Tanzania?

Yes, most nationalities need a visa, which can be obtained online (eVisa) or on arrival at the airport or land borders.

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