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An unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s wild landscapes and tropical coastline.
Duration
8 days
Group Size
10 people
Ages
18-99 yrs
Languages
English
Tour Overview
An unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s wild landscapes and tropical coastline.
Experience the raw beauty of Tanzania on this carefully crafted safari and beach escape. Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Dar es Salaam before flying to the untamed wilderness of Ruaha National Park, home to some of Africa’s most impressive wildlife. After days of thrilling safari experiences, continue to the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar for relaxation, culture, and unforgettable ocean views.
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 Dar es Salaam
Accommodation: Colosseum Hotel
Welcome to Tanzania. Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a guided city experience through Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s bustling coastal city known for its mix of modern lifestyle, Swahili culture, and Indian Ocean charm. Visit local markets, cultural areas, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the city.
Welcome to Tanzania. Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a guided city experience through Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s bustling coastal city known for its mix of modern lifestyle, Swahili culture, and Indian Ocean charm. Visit local markets, cultural areas, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the city.
Day 2: Flight to Ruaha National Park
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park and one of East Africa’s best-kept safari secrets. Upon arrival, head straight into the wilderness for your first exciting game drive. Ruaha is famous for its large elephant population, big cats, baobab landscapes, and untouched safari experience.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Ruaha National Park, Tanzania’s largest national park and one of East Africa’s best-kept safari secrets. Upon arrival, head straight into the wilderness for your first exciting game drive. Ruaha is famous for its large elephant population, big cats, baobab landscapes, and untouched safari experience.
Day 3: Full Day Safari in Ruaha
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Spend the day exploring the incredible landscapes of Ruaha National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. The park offers exceptional wildlife sightings including lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, and a rich variety of birdlife. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the African bush while surrounded by dramatic scenery and untouched wilderness.
Spend the day exploring the incredible landscapes of Ruaha National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. The park offers exceptional wildlife sightings including lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, and a rich variety of birdlife. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the African bush while surrounded by dramatic scenery and untouched wilderness.
Day 4: Discover More of Ruaha’s Wilderness
Accommodation: Ruaha Hilltop Lodge
Enjoy another day in Ruaha exploring remote safari trails and hidden wildlife areas. With fewer crowds and vast open landscapes, Ruaha provides a truly exclusive safari experience. After your safari activities, relax at the lodge while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness.
Enjoy another day in Ruaha exploring remote safari trails and hidden wildlife areas. With fewer crowds and vast open landscapes, Ruaha provides a truly exclusive safari experience. After your safari activities, relax at the lodge while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness.
Day 5: Flight to Zanzibar
Accommodation: Casa Dantes Hotel & SPA
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your domestic flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, continue to your beach resort and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Zanzibar’s turquoise waters, palm-fringed beaches, and relaxed island atmosphere offer the perfect contrast to your safari adventure.
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your domestic flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, continue to your beach resort and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Zanzibar’s turquoise waters, palm-fringed beaches, and relaxed island atmosphere offer the perfect contrast to your safari adventure.
Day 6: Zanzibar Beach Experience
Accommodation: Casa Dantes Hotel & SPA
Today is yours to enjoy Zanzibar at your own pace. Relax by the beach, swim in the warm Indian Ocean waters, or join optional excursions such as snorkeling, diving, spice tours, or sunset dhow cruises.
Today is yours to enjoy Zanzibar at your own pace. Relax by the beach, swim in the warm Indian Ocean waters, or join optional excursions such as snorkeling, diving, spice tours, or sunset dhow cruises.
Day 7: Leisure Day in Zanzibar
Accommodation: Casa Dantes Hotel & SPA
Spend another beautiful day enjoying the peaceful surroundings of Zanzibar. Whether you choose to relax by the pool, explore nearby beaches, or experience local culture, the island offers something for every traveler.
Spend another beautiful day enjoying the peaceful surroundings of Zanzibar. Whether you choose to relax by the pool, explore nearby beaches, or experience local culture, the island offers something for every traveler.
Day 8: Stone Town Tour & Departure
Accommodation: The Seyyida Hotel & Spa
After breakfast, transfer to historic Stone Town for a cultural tour through the heart of Zanzibar’s heritage. Explore narrow alleyways, bustling markets, carved wooden doors, and centuries-old architecture influenced by Arabic, Persian, and Swahili traditions. Later, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward departure.
Best Time to Visit: June – October
Perfect For: Couples, honeymooners, safari lovers, and luxury beach travelers.
Price: 6350 USD for 2 people sharing
After breakfast, transfer to historic Stone Town for a cultural tour through the heart of Zanzibar’s heritage. Explore narrow alleyways, bustling markets, carved wooden doors, and centuries-old architecture influenced by Arabic, Persian, and Swahili traditions. Later, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward departure.
Best Time to Visit: June – October
Perfect For: Couples, honeymooners, safari lovers, and luxury beach travelers.
Price: 6350 USD for 2 people sharing
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Sunrise over the crater. Sundowners by the river. Faces full of stories, and landscapes full of soul. This journey is crafted to move slowly—so you can feel it all deeply.
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