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TANZANIA SAFARI & ZANZIBAR SPICE
Arusha . Tarangire NP. Ngorongoro Crater . Serengeti NP. Zanzibar
An authentic tented safari in Tanzania, followed by a relaxing escape to Zanzibar, offers the perfect blend of bush and beach.
From the bustling town of Arusha, head to Tarangire National Park, known for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds. The park’s diverse wildlife includes lions, leopards, and countless bird species. Game drives along the Tarangire River provide stunning sightings of animals gathering to drink.
Next, head to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places to see the “Big Five” in a compact area. The lush crater floor, home to flamingos, rhinos, and wildebeests, offers a surreal safari experience with breathtaking scenery.
Continue to the Serengeti National Park, famous for its endless plains and the Great Migration. Depending on the season, you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing predator-filled landscapes, while cheetahs, lions, and hyenas roam freely. The Serengeti’s golden sunsets and luxury camps make it a dream destination.
After your thrilling safari, fly to Zanzibar, where turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and Swahili culture await. Explore Stone Town’s historic charm, dive into the coral reefs, or relax on pristine beaches—an idyllic end to a spectacular African adventure.
Details
Duration:
10 days / 9 nights
Price:
From $5699 per person sharing
Departures:
Daily; year round
Includes:
All transfers
Transportation by 4WD
Bilingual driver/wildlife guide throughout
1 night Arusha lodge
1 night Tarangire tented lodge
2 nights Ngorongoro lodge
2 nights Serengeti tented lodge
3 nights Zanzibar beach resort
9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 8 dinners
Sustainable/Responsible notes:
The company providing this vacation is the leader in sustainable safari accommodation and vehicles in Tanzania. Solar power and solar charged e-vehicles are used where possible and water is sourced only from rainfall or boreholes.
Lodges are staffed by local community members who have been trained to provide international level service delivered with warm Tanzanian hospitality.
Day by day itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Arusha
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport you will be met and transferred by vehicle to your accommodation for tonight located in a quiet forested area, ensuring a good nights sleep. Rest of day at leisure.
Stay: Arumeru lodge
Day 2 Arusha - Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, head through Arusha town to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is especially famous for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees. Down by the river, you will see many species of wildlife who come to drink and wallow - and the predators who come to hunt. Around midday, as soon as you enter the park, you will be on a game drive, stopping for lunch along the way. Continue on your game drive, working your way to your accommodation for this evening.
Stay: Ormatai or Maweninga tented lodge (B, L, D)
Day 3 Tarangire National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, head out on a game drive, possibly to the river where animals come in the cool of the day. Then, continue on to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, passing through the bustling village of Mto wa Mbu. Enroute your lodge, you may stop to see the organic garden which provides farm to table produce for the lodge. On arrival, relax at the lodge before dinner, perhaps by taking a swim in the pool, or opting for a spa treatment.
Stay: Bashay Lodge (B, L. D)
Day 4 Ngorongoro Crater
Today is a safari highlight. Spend the day in the Ngorongoro Crater. With a space of only 102 square miles and a resident wildlife population of more than 30,000 mammals, there is a good chance that you will see all of the Big Five in one day. In the late afternoon, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Stay: Bashay Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 5 Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Serengeti
Depart the NCA heading for Serengeti National Park. As soon as you enter the Park, you will understand why it is so beloved. The wildlife viewing is superb. Your guide will drive slowly toward your accommodation for the following two nights; have your binoculars and cameras at hand. The Serengeti is vast, your accommodation will be chosen to optimize the possibility of seeing the migration.
Stay: Grumeti Hills tented lodge - or similar, depending on seasonality (B, L, D)
Day 6 Serengeti
Spend the day on game drives in the Serengeti. Optionally, add a hot air balloon flight over the Park - a truly memorable experience.
Stay: Grumeti Hills tented lodge - or similar, depending on seasonality (B, L, D)
Day 7 Serengeti National Park - Zanzibar
Take a last game drive to the airstrip where you will board your light aircraft flight for Arusha, and connect with your flight to Zanzibar Island. On arrival in Zanzibar, you will be met and transferred to your south-eastern beach resort.
Stay: Breezes Beach Resort & Spa - or similar (B, D)
Days 8 & 9 Zanzibar beach resort
Over these two days, relax at your resort, or add a tour to a Spice farm or historic Stone Town.
Stay: Breezes Beach Resort & Spa - or similar (B, D)
Day 10 Depart
You will be transferred to the airport for departure.
(B)