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An unforgettable safari and beach journey through Tanzania’s most iconic destinations.
Duration
8 days
Group Size
10 people
Ages
18-99 yrs
Languages
English
Tour Overview
An unforgettable safari and beach journey through Tanzania’s most iconic destinations.
Experience the magic of Tanzania on a journey that combines world-famous wildlife adventures with the relaxing beauty of Zanzibar’s white sandy beaches. From the endless plains of the Serengeti to the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of nature, culture, and relaxation.
What's included
All transfers and local transportation
Authentic, small-scale accommodations
Drinks in safari camps (beer, wine, soft drinks)
Private safari in a 4WD vehicle with expert guide
All safari activities as described
Mineral water, coffee, tea, and snacks during game drives
All meals, Park and conservation fees
Domestic flight from Serengeti to Arusha
International flight
Tanzania visa
Zanzibar infrastructure tax & insurance (if extending)
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Optional activities
Personal expenses
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Accommodation: Tumbili Lodge
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxed city tour around Arusha, a vibrant safari gateway surrounded by beautiful landscapes and local culture. Visit local markets, cultural spots, and experience the lively atmosphere of northern Tanzania.
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxed city tour around Arusha, a vibrant safari gateway surrounded by beautiful landscapes and local culture. Visit local markets, cultural spots, and experience the lively atmosphere of northern Tanzania.
Day 2: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Transfer to Serengeti
Accommodation: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp
After breakfast, depart for the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. Descend into the crater floor for an unforgettable safari experience surrounded by dramatic scenery and abundant wildlife. Later, continue toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to endless plains and incredible wildlife encounters.
After breakfast, depart for the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. Descend into the crater floor for an unforgettable safari experience surrounded by dramatic scenery and abundant wildlife. Later, continue toward the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to endless plains and incredible wildlife encounters.
Day 3: Full Day Safari in Central Serengeti
Accommodation: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp
Spend the day exploring Central Serengeti, famous for its rich wildlife population and year-round game viewing. Enjoy a full-day safari searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, leopards, zebras, and large herds of wildebeests. The Serengeti’s vast open plains create one of the most iconic safari landscapes in the world.
Spend the day exploring Central Serengeti, famous for its rich wildlife population and year-round game viewing. Enjoy a full-day safari searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, leopards, zebras, and large herds of wildebeests. The Serengeti’s vast open plains create one of the most iconic safari landscapes in the world.
Day 4: Journey to North Serengeti
Accommodation: Serengeti Ark Safari Lodge
After breakfast, continue your safari adventure toward the northern region of Serengeti. This remote and beautiful area is famous for dramatic landscapes, river crossings during the Great Migration season, and excellent predator sightings. Enjoy game viewing along the way while experiencing the untouched beauty of northern Tanzania.
After breakfast, continue your safari adventure toward the northern region of Serengeti. This remote and beautiful area is famous for dramatic landscapes, river crossings during the Great Migration season, and excellent predator sightings. Enjoy game viewing along the way while experiencing the untouched beauty of northern Tanzania.
Day 5: Explore North Serengeti
Accommodation: Serengeti Ark Safari Lodge
Spend another day discovering the incredible wilderness of North Serengeti. Depending on the season, witness thousands of wildebeests crossing rivers while predators wait nearby, creating one of nature’s greatest spectacles. The region also offers excellent opportunities to spot elephants, lions, hyenas, and other wildlife in a less crowded safari environment.
Spend another day discovering the incredible wilderness of North Serengeti. Depending on the season, witness thousands of wildebeests crossing rivers while predators wait nearby, creating one of nature’s greatest spectacles. The region also offers excellent opportunities to spot elephants, lions, hyenas, and other wildlife in a less crowded safari environment.
Day 6: Flight to Zanzibar
Accommodation: Turaco Nungwi Resort
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scenic flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, continue to the beautiful northern beaches of Nungwi where turquoise waters and white sandy beaches await. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and enjoying the peaceful island atmosphere.
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scenic flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, continue to the beautiful northern beaches of Nungwi where turquoise waters and white sandy beaches await. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and enjoying the peaceful island atmosphere.
Day 7: Zanzibar Beach Experience
Accommodation: Turaco Nungwi Resort
Enjoy a full day at leisure in Zanzibar. Relax by the ocean, swim in the warm waters, or join optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, spice tours, or traditional dhow cruises. Zanzibar’s blend of tropical beauty and Swahili culture creates the perfect ending to your Tanzanian adventure.
Enjoy a full day at leisure in Zanzibar. Relax by the ocean, swim in the warm waters, or join optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, spice tours, or traditional dhow cruises. Zanzibar’s blend of tropical beauty and Swahili culture creates the perfect ending to your Tanzanian adventure.
Day 16: Stone Town Tour & Departure
Accommodation: Tembo House Hotel
After breakfast, transfer to historic Stone Town for a guided cultural tour. Explore narrow streets filled with history, local markets, carved wooden doors, and centuries-old architecture influenced by Arabic and Swahili heritage. Later, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward departure.
Best Time to Visit: June – October
Perfect For: Safari enthusiasts, couples, honeymooners, photographers, and luxury travelers.
Price: 6600 USD for 2 people sharing
After breakfast, transfer to historic Stone Town for a guided cultural tour. Explore narrow streets filled with history, local markets, carved wooden doors, and centuries-old architecture influenced by Arabic and Swahili heritage. Later, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward departure.
Best Time to Visit: June – October
Perfect For: Safari enthusiasts, couples, honeymooners, photographers, and luxury travelers.
Price: 6600 USD for 2 people sharing
Gallery
From treetop walkways and crater vistas to intimate encounters with tribal communities and riverside sundowners—this is Tanzania, slow-traveled and soulfully experienced.
Craft Your Experience:
This is a sample itinerary. Your actual journey will be thoughtfully customized based on your travel dates, preferences, and style. Let’s co-create a one-of-a-kind safari that reflects your vision
