8 Days – Wildlife Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday

Trip Highlights

Embark on an unforgettable adventure that combines a classic Northern Tanzania wildlife safari with a relaxing Zanzibar beach escape. Witness exceptional game viewing in Tanzania’s most iconic national parks—Tarangire, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater—home to the Big Five and breathtaking African landscapes. After the safari, unwind for five days on Zanzibar’s pristine beaches, the Spice Island, where turquoise waters, white sands, and vibrant Swahili culture await.

Safari & Beach Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival—Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. This day is reserved for rest and recovery after your journey.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mid-range hotel in Arusha

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. In the late afternoon, drive to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in Karatu

Day 3: Karatu – Ngorongoro Conservation Area – Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart Karatu and drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, enjoying scenic landscapes and wildlife sightings along the way. Stop for a picnic lunch en route. Continue to Serengeti National Park, where you will check in to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in Serengeti

Day 4: Serengeti National Park—Full Day Game Drive

Spend a full day exploring Serengeti National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Look out for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and vast herds of plains game. A picnic lunch will be served within the park before continuing your wildlife adventure.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Accommodation: Mid-range lodge or tented camp in Serengeti

Day 5: Serengeti – Flight to Zanzibar

After an early breakfast, transfer to the Serengeti airstrip (Sonorera) for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your beach hotel. The afternoon is reserved for relaxation on the pristine beaches.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Beach hotel in Zanzibar

Day 6: Zanzibar – Safari Blue Excursion

After breakfast, depart for Safari Blue, one of Zanzibar’s most popular marine excursions. Cruise turquoise waters, visit pristine sandbanks, snorkel among colorful fish, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on a secluded island. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins. Return to your hotel for late-afternoon relaxation.

Meals: Breakfast | Seafood Lunch
Accommodation: Beach hotel in Zanzibar

Day 7: Zanzibar—Leisure Day

Enjoy a full day at leisure on Zanzibar’s beaches. Relax, swim in the Indian Ocean, or explore the island at your own pace. Overnight at your beach hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Beach hotel in Zanzibar

Day 8: Zanzibar – Departure

Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward journey home.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
End of Safari & Beach Holiday