This 12days Best Wildlife Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday is designed along the well-established northern circuit that also offers some of the most diverse safari experiences. After 6 nights on bush safari, fly to Zanzibar for a rest and relaxation on the beach. The Safari tours the northern parks of Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengenti and Lake Manyara
Tanzania Wildlife Safari Adventure & Zanzibar Beach Getaway
$7,995
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Day 1 Arrival – Arusha
On arriving Kilimanjaro international airport in Tanzania, our guide will meet you and drive you to The Arusha Hotel for overnight stay
Arusha Hotel
Day 2 Arusha – Tarangire National park
Breakfast at your hotel then Depart Arusha town and drive into Tarangire National Park to arrive in good time for lunch, Afternoon game drives followed by dinner and overnight stat at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge. Tarangire park offers wide panoramas of open acacia woodland and grass savanna, where huge herds of Elephants (often two hundred strong) and other unique residents, such as fringe-eared Oryx and Lesser Kudu roam free, Lion, Cheetah and Leopard. Dinner and overnight at Sangaiwe Tented Lodge or Similar.
Sangaiwe Tented lodge or Similar
Day 3 Drive Tarangire –Serengeti via Olduvai Gorge
Breakfast then proceed to Serengeti National Park passing through Ngorongoro Conservation Malanja Depression towards Olduvai Gorge. This desert like gorge lies at the foot of the Ngorongoro highlands and is world-renowned site as a repository for the remains of vast numbers of animals that roamed these plains years ago. We will visit the museum featuring the famous Zinj skull, the Zinjanthropus men of 1.8 million years ago, whose remaining were found here by Dr. Leakey. We proceed to Serengeti national park for a full afternoon game drives with picnic lunches
Wildebeest Tented camp
Day 4 Serengeti National park Full Day
Full days spent exploring the park. Morning and after noon gamedrives are offered. Serengeti is Africa’s most famous and Tanzania’s largest park covering 14,736 sq km and is adjoining with the Masai Mara National reserve in Kenya.
With a wildebeest population of about 2 million and several other hoofed species (which include zebra, Thomson’s gazelle, impala, topi, Grants gazelle, Kongoni, Eland, Kirk’s dik dik, klipspringer, roan, Oryx, oribi, waterbuck, buffalo, giraffe and warthog), the Serengeti is sure to attract a string of prey such as lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, golden jackals and bat eared foxes. Elephants are relatively scarce and the few remaining black rhinoceros are restricted to the Moru Koppies area.
Wildebeest Tented Camp
Day 5 Serengetin Full Day
Another 2nd Full Day Game Drive
Wildebeest Tented Camp or Similar
Day 6 Serengeti To Ngorongoro
We view game as we drive southeast up into the magnificent Ngorongoro Conservation. Full afternoon crater tour followed by dinner and overnight stay at a lodge Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge by the crater rim.
The Ngorongoro crater is the world’s biggest whole volcanic caldera at 8300 sq km and is arguably the most stunning arena. It is frequently described as one of the wonders of the world, not only because of its geological magnificence, but also because it serves as an extraordinary natural sanctuary for some of Africa’s largest populations of large mammals. Ngorongoro and other freestanding mountains are volcanic in origin, formed during the fracturing process that created the Rift valley 15 to 20 million years ago. When it peaked in size 3 million years ago it was a similar height to Mt. Kilimanjaro today. Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge or Similar.
Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge or Similar
Day 7 Ngorongoro – Lake Manyara National park
Depart the lodge soon after breakfast and proceed to Lake Manyara national park for a full afternoon game drives with packed lunch. Lake Manyara is a shallow, alkaline lake that is part of the Rift Valley wall; the lake is at the base of this dramatic western escarpment giving it a beautiful and serene setting. In addition to this peaceful setting, Lake Manyara’s main attractions are its rich bird life, tree climbing lions and its hippos, which you can see at a closer range than many other places. Lake Manyara also hosts thousands of flamingos at certain times of the year and has diverse vegetation ranging from savannah, to marshes and acacia woodland, enabling a variety of wildlife habitats including butterflies.
Bougainvillea Lodge or Similar
Day 8 Lake Manyara – Zanzibar
Breakfast at leisure then proceed to Arusha town where you take lunch before proceeding to Kilimanjaro airport to board your afternoon flight to Zanzibar. On arriving Zanzibar, our representative will meet you and drive you to Neptune Pwani Beach Resort or Similar resort to start your beach holiday. Friendly and spacious, Neptune Pwani Beach Resort is an ideal choice for guests in search of a retreat that offers the “special touch”, matched with attention to the finest of details.
The Resort has been meticulously created, emulating traditional Zanzibar style, using the best in local design, interiors and furnishing, meeting top international standards.
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort or Similar
Day 9 Relax at Neptune Pwani Beach Resort
Days of rest and relaxation at your chosen beach resort in Zanzibar. Possible activities while in Zanzibar include snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing etc
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa
Day 10 Full Day Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa
Another Full day Relaxing at Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa or Similar
Day 11 Anothe Full Day Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa
Another full day enjoy relaxing at Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa
Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa or Similar
Day 12 Zanzibar Airport to fly Home
Depending on the schedule of your home-bound flight, we shall pick you up at the appropriate time for the transfer from your beach hotel to the Zanzibar airport to connect your flight back home
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on your lap
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Pick up available at Airbnb and private apartments
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
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3 Comments
4.4
From the moment we set foot in Arusha, we knew we were in for an adventure our family would never forget. The wildlife encounters surpassed our hopes—seeing elephants and lions up close was surreal, and our guide’s knowledge truly enriched the experience. Each night, we fell asleep in cozy lodges, listening to the sounds of the African night, which was a magical touch.
Transitioning to Zanzibar for some beach relaxation was the cherry on top, though we felt the itinerary could have included an extra day to fully soak in the sun and the stunning ocean views. The local cuisine was a delightful surprise, and we loved trying all the different dishes. Overall, we left with incredible memories and a deeper appreciation for Tanzania’s beauty and wildlife, but a bit more time on the beach would have made it perfect.
4.8
Our group of friends just returned from an unforgettable journey through Tanzania, where we marveled at the incredible wildlife and relaxed on the stunning beaches of Zanzibar. The safari portion highlighted diverse landscapes, from the vast Serengeti to the lush Ngorongoro Crater, where we encountered majestic elephants and playful lion cubs. Each day brought new adventures, and we particularly appreciated our accommodations in Arusha; it felt like a cozy home base between excursions, complete with friendly staff who genuinely cared about our experience.
While the wildlife encounters were breathtaking, the time spent on Zanzibar was a perfect contrast—we loved lounging on the pristine beaches and exploring the vibrant local culture. However, our only minor hiccup was the occasional transport delays between locations, which sometimes ate into our itinerary. Despite this, the warmth of the locals and the sheer beauty of Tanzania made every moment worthwhile. Overall, this trip was a fantastic blend of adventure and relaxation, solidifying our bonds as friends and creating memories we’ll cherish forever.
4.6
Our family was completely captivated by the stunning wildlife encounters and the breathtaking beaches that made this getaway unforgettable. While the safari accommodations were comfortable and welcoming, we did wish for a bit more variety in the dining options during our stay.