Embark on an 11-Day Incredible Safari & Beach Holiday, combining thrilling wildlife adventures and serene coastal relaxation. Begin with exhilarating game drives in Tanzania's top national parks, including the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll encounter the Big Five and witness the spectacular Great Migration. Then, unwind on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, enjoying turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and the rich cultural heritage of Stone Town. Luxurious accommodations, expert guides, and seamless transitions between safari and beach ensure a perfect blend of adventure and tranquility, making this an unforgettable journey through Tanzania's most iconic destinations.
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK) which caters for domestic flights, you will be met by an African Big Cats Safaris representative who will drive you to your accommodation in Arusha. Your overnight stay will be at Arusha Planet Lodge.
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, we'll depart for Tarangire National Park. The park is named after the Tarangire River which runs through it. This ‘river of warthogs’ is the only source of water for wildlife in the region during the dry season. In places, the vegetation is quite dense, including elephant grass and acacia woodlands. Tarangire National Park has some of the highest population density of elephants compared to anywhere in Tanzania. Its sparse vegetation, strewn with baobab and acacia trees, makes it a beautiful and distinctive location to visit. These animals are closely followed by a range of predators, including lions and leopards. There are more breeding species of birds found in Tarangire National Park than anywhere else on the planet. After lunch, drive to the Ngorongoro Highlands. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at Eileen's Tree Inn.
Day 3-4
Karatu to Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and on to Serengeti National Park with game viewing en-route. Serengeti is undoubtedly the best-known wildlife sanctuary in the world, unequalled for its natural beauty and scientific value. It has the greatest concentration of plains game in Africa. It is the migration for which Serengeti is perhaps most famous. Over a million wildebeest and about 200,000 zebras flow south from the northern hills to the southern plains for the short rains every October and November. They then swirl west and north after the long rains in April and May. So strong is the ancient instinct to move that no drought, gorge or crocodile infested river can hold them back. Serengeti is truly home to the legendary Great Wildebeest Migration. The Serengeti is where safari-goers come to truly experience an African safari. Late in the afternoon, you'll arrive at your lodge for dinner and your overnight stay at Embalakai Camp.
Day 5
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Crater
After an early breakfast, drive out of the Serengeti and on to Ngorongoro Crater for a game viewing drive. The Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa’s most famous sites and is said to have the highest density of wildlife in Africa. Sometimes its described as an eighth Wonder of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Crater has achieved world renown status, attracting an ever-increasing number of visitors each year. You are unlikely to escape other vehicles here, but you are guaranteed great wildlife viewing in a genuinely mind-blowing environment. There is nowhere else in Africa quite like Ngorongoro! It is one of the best places in the country to see the endangered black rhinoceros. The park is home to the entirety of the Big Five and is a particularly good place to see lions and Cape buffalo all year-round. A packed lunch will be served at a picnic site. Later, drive to your campsite for dinner and an overnight stay at Eileen's Tree Inn.
Day 6
Lake Manyara National Park to Zanzibar(Stone Town)
Early morning after breakfast, we'll depart for Lake Manyara National Park which is an un-spoilt paradise and is best known for its abundance of birds and tree-climbing lions. The dramatic western escarpment of the Rift Valley forms the park’s western border. To the east is the shallow, alkaline Lake Manyara. The lake covers a large area of the park, flooding and drying with the seasons. It is also home to thousands of flamingos during the rains. The name Manyara comes from the Maasai word ‘emanyara’, a popular plant which is used to build the protective enclosure around a family homestead (boma). The park’s vegetation is diverse, ranging from savannah to evergreen forest. On your exploration of the park, you may see giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, elephants and if you are lucky; lions lounging in the trees. After lunch, we'll head back to Arusha in time for a flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to Marumaru Hotel.
Day 7-10
Stone Town to Nungwi(North Coast)
After breakfast, you will have a short guided tour of Stone Town and thereafter head straight to the northern coast of Zanzibar known as Nungwi. It has the kind of white coral sand that seems to glow even after nightfall. Nungwi’s expansive coastline is wide open for swimming and snorkelling in some of Africa’s most pristine, reef-rich waters. It’s one of the rare Zanzibari beaches untroubled by severe undulations of high and low tides, making it perfect for all-day water activities.
Deep-sea fishing near Nungwi is top-notch, with opportunities to catch kingfish, dorado, yellowfin tuna and enormous striped marlin from the Indian Ocean. There are plenty of activities on offer—walking tours, sunset cruises, diving excursions and parasailing to name a few—but all it really takes is a sunset sighting of traditional dhow boats bobbing in the sea to be captured by this enchanting African beach. You will spend 4 nights with dinner and breakfast included at the Z Hotel.
Day 11
Onwards Transfer to the Airport/Ferry
After breakfast and a bit of relaxation at the hotel in Zanzibar depending on the time of your flight, you will be transferred straight to the airport/ferry which marks the end of your epic adventure.
Rates Per Person
2 people1 room $3,554
3 people2 rooms3 $3,472
4 people2 rooms $2,954
5 people3 rooms $3,054
6 people3 rooms $3,054
Important to Know:
- This tour is not available for solo travelers.
- Rates are per person and do not include international flights to and from your home country.
- Children aged 5 years and older are welcome on this tour.
- Rates include a fixed budget for flights during the tour; however, actual flight costs may vary depending on travel dates and any additional costs will be reflected in your quote.
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
