Embark on an extraordinary 13-day journey combining the best of Tanzania's wildlife safari and the tropical paradise of Zanzibar. Begin with thrilling game drives in Tarangire and the Serengeti, where the Great Migration unfolds in a dramatic spectacle of wildebeest, zebras, and predators. Explore the Ngorongoro Crater, a wildlife haven known for its dense population of lions, elephants, and rhinos. After the safari adventure, unwind on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, with its turquoise waters and white sands offering perfect relaxation. Immerse yourself in the island's rich history and culture with visits to Stone Town's ancient alleys and spice plantations. Whether you're capturing the Big Five on safari or enjoying the serenity of Zanzibar's beaches, this holiday promises an unforgettable blend of wildlife, culture, and relaxation in Tanzania's most iconic destinations.
Day 1
Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha
Our safari guide will pick you up at either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport and transfer you to your lodge in Arusha. You can relax at the lodge and prepare for the following day's adventure. Your overnight stay will also be at the lodge. Feel free to explore the city with our guide at no additional cost.
Day 2
Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from the lodge and start a beautiful journey to Tarangire National Park while carrying lunch boxes.
Tarangire National Park is well-known for its large elephant herds and diversity of landscapes. The landscapes you will see include seasonal swamps and savanna, with the Tarangire River winding its way through the parklands. You may see lions stalking their prey and/ or leopards relaxing in the trees above. Once the game drives are complete, we will drive you to the lodge to relax, have dinner and stay overnight.
Day 3
Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, you will depart to Lake Manyara National Park for game drives while carrying lunch boxes. Once the game drives are complete, we will drive you to the lodge to relax, have dinner and stay overnight.
Lake Manyara National Park is famous for arboreal lions, which hide among the branches of trees, and the colonies of baboons that populate the forest. These baboons will accompany you along the road when you enter the park.
Day 4-5
Kartu to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, you will depart for Serengeti National Park for wildlife sighting. Then, enjoy lunch in a suitable place inside the park. We will continue the game drive activity in the afternoon before reaching the camp. The next day we will spend the whole day inside this park for game drives.
Serengeti is well-known for its great migrating herds of zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. However, be ready to see resident predators, such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions, fulfilling their role in the circle of life.
Day 6
Game Drives in Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, depart to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a game drive inside Ngorongoro Crater while carrying lunch boxes. Once the game drives are complete, we will transfer you to your lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area constitutes the world's largest uninterrupted caldera and one of Africa's natural wonders. Around 30,000 large mammals are resident all year round (such as buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos), and various birds (such as flamingos, eagles, and buzzards). So be ready to see many animals in a short time.
Day 7
Visit to Lake Eyasi for a cultural experience
Once you have enjoyed your breakfast, our safari guide will drive you to Lake Eyasi, where you will meet the Hadzabe tribe. This tribe is famous for its hunting skills. You can go hunting with them and observe their skills firsthand.
After you visit the Hadzabe tribe, you will stop by another tribe, the Datoga tribe. This tribe is well-known for its skills as a blacksmith.
Furthermore, you can stretch your legs by walking around Lake Eyasi and visiting the local village.
After all these activities, you will be taken back to the lodge to relax, have dinner, and stay overnight.
Day 8
Arusha Airport to Zanzibar
After breakfast, relax at the lodge and, if time allows, take a short tour of Karatu town for shopping. From here, you will transfer to Arusha Airport for a flight to Zanzibar. Our driver in Zanzibar will be waiting for you at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (formerly known as Zanzibar International Airport) for a private transfer to your hotel in Stone Town.
Day 9
Stone Town tour and transfer to your beach hotel
After breakfast, we spend the day on a tour of Zanzibar's Stone Town with our local guide.
Admire the narrow streets lined with many residential houses that preserve their original Swahili-Omani themes with exquisitely carved doorways, metal studs, overhanging balconies, and latticed windows. Due to the colonial presence and the many mosques commissioned by the olden Sultans of Zanzibar, you will see continental churches. You will also visit other interesting destinations here. Finally, we will transfer you to your beach hotel.
Day 10-12
Relax on the Zanzibar beach
The following days are dedicated to relaxing on the beach and at the Smiles Beach Hotel. You get the chance to really enjoy the beach!
Discover Zanzibar's best beaches with spectacular sunsets, palm-fringed beaches, turquoise waters, and colorful coral reefs.
Day 13
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport
Enjoy the remaining hours of the tour before your departure from the resort to Zanzibar Airport. Here our tour ends.
On the way back to Zanzibar Airport, you can stop at Zanzibar Stone Town and buy some souvenirs.
RATE
Start dates
2 people1 room $3,504
Important to
Know this tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 2 people.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
- Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
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)
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)
- Drinks
