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Experience the Best of Tanzania — Wildlife, Culture, Nature & Tropical Beaches
Discover the extraordinary beauty of Tanzania on a 12-day adventure combining unforgettable wildlife safaris with a relaxing Zanzibar beach escape. Explore some of Tanzania’s most famous national parks, encounter the Big Five in their natural habitat, experience spectacular landscapes and local culture, then unwind on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar.
- You visit
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)(Start) ArushaTarangireSerengetiNgorongoroMto Wa MbuZanzibarNakupenda BeachNungwi BeachStone Town Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)(End)
- Highlights
- Wildlife safaris,Beach time
- Vehicle used
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed by our professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Dinner (depending on arrival time)
Dinner
Day 2: Drive to Tarangire National park
After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. Expect to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and many bird species.
In the late afternoon, drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Drive to Serengeti national park
After breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Enjoy scenic views as you travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area before entering the endless plains of the Serengeti. Enjoy an afternoon game drive while heading to your camp.
Accommodation: Ang'ata Serengeti Camp or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Great Migration Experience
Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti in search of the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal). Your experienced guide will take you to the best wildlife-viewing areas, where you may see thousands of wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and other wildlife.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Ang'ata Serengeti Camp or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Central Serengeti Game Drive
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive while traveling toward Central Serengeti, known for its year-round wildlife concentrations. Continue exploring the beautiful plains and search for Africa's famous Big Five and other wildlife species.
Arrive at your camp in the evening.
Accommodation: New Baobab Serengeti Camp or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
After breakfast, depart for the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife destinations. Descend 600 meters into the crater for a full-day game drive.
The crater is home to black rhinos, elephants, lions, hippos, flamingos, hyenas, buffaloes, zebras, and many other animals.
Later in the afternoon, drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour – Arusha
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha. Along the way, stop at Mto wa Mbu Village for a Maasai cultural experience where you will learn about Maasai traditions, culture, music, and lifestyle.
Continue to Arusha and visit the Cultural Heritage Centre for souvenir shopping before checking in at your hotel.
Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Fly to Zanzibar – Stone Town Tour
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your domestic flight to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.
In the evening, enjoy a guided walking tour through historic Stone Town, exploring its narrow streets, spice markets, old buildings, and local culture.
Accommodation: Marumaru Hotel or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch &Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Prison Island & Nakupenda Sandbank
After breakfast, take a boat excursion to Prison Island, home to the famous giant Aldabra tortoises and historic prison ruins.
Continue to the beautiful Nakupenda Sandbank where you can swim, sunbathe, and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch.
Later in the evening, transfer to Nungwi Beach.
Accommodation: Nungwi Dream by Mantin or Other alternative accommodations
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Dolphin Tour & Snorkelling
Early in the morning, head out for an exciting dolphin tour where you may have the opportunity to swim alongside wild dolphins (subject to natural conditions).
Continue with snorkelling in the crystal-clear waters, discovering colorful coral reefs and tropical fish.
Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at the beach.
Accommodation: Nungwi dream by Mantin or another lodge of similar standard
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Turtle Aquarium & Sunset Dhow Cruise
After breakfast, visit the Turtle Aquarium where you can swim with rescued sea turtles and learn about marine conservation.
In the evening, enjoy a traditional Zanzibar sunset dhow cruise while sailing along the Indian Ocean as the sun sets over the horizon.
Accommodation: Nungwi dream by Mantin or Other alternative accommodations
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Stone Town Shopping & Departure
Enjoy breakfast before checking out.
Drive back to Stone Town for last-minute shopping and sightseeing.
Later, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast
Accommodation not included