11-Day Tanzania Safari with Zanzibar Extension

Go on the ultimate Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach adventure, combining thrilling wildlife safaris with a tropical island escape. Begin your journey in Tarangire National Park, known for its elephant herds and baobab trees, before heading to Lake Manyara, home to tree-climbing lions and colorful flamingos. Spend three days in the Serengeti National Park, where you’ll witness the Great Migration, big cats, and vast open plains. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to spot the Big Five in one of Africa’s most stunning landscapes. After a cultural experience with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes at Lake Eyasi, take a flight to Zanzibar, where you’ll explore Stone Town, Baraka Aquarium, and pristine white-sand beaches. Enjoy a dolphin tour, sunset cruise, and ultimate relaxation before concluding your incredible Tanzanian adventure.

Tour Plan

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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive in Arusha, where you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in and relaxation. Spend the rest of the day acclimating, exploring Arusha, or simply unwinding in preparation for your adventure.

Accommodation: Senator Hotel

Day 2: Tarangire National Park

Travel to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its massive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and a rich diversity of wildlife. Embark on a full-day game drive, exploring the park’s vast plains and watching predators such as lions and leopards hunt near the Tarangire River. After a thrilling safari experience, return to your lodge for a relaxing evening.

Accommodation: Ngedere Lodge

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park

Head to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact but wildlife-rich destination famous for its tree-climbing lions, pink flamingos, and large baboon troops. Enjoy a scenic game drive, visiting the lake’s shores and the groundwater forest, which attracts a variety of animals. In the evening, check into your luxury lodge and enjoy a peaceful night surrounded by nature.

Accommodation: Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Day 4-6: Serengeti National Park

Venture into the world-famous Serengeti National Park, where you’ll spend the next three days exploring its endless savannahs, watching cheetahs sprint after gazelles, and witnessing the awe-inspiring Great Migration (seasonal). Morning and afternoon game drives take you deep into Central Serengeti (Seronera), an area teeming with predators and iconic African wildlife. Optional activities include a hot air balloon safari for a breathtaking aerial view of the Serengeti at sunrise.

Accommodation: Intimate Camp (Luxury Tented Camp)

Day 7: Ngorongoro Highlands

Leave the Serengeti behind and journey toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, a stunning area with panoramic views of the crater. The drive offers more wildlife sightings and scenic stops along the way. Upon arrival, settle into your comfortable lodge and enjoy a relaxing evening before tomorrow’s crater safari.

Accommodation: Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp

Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater & Flight to Zanzibar

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural amphitheater filled with an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino). Enjoy a full day of game drives before heading to the airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar, where white sandy beaches and turquoise waters await.

Accommodation: Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Day 9: Baraka Aquarium & Beach Relaxation

Spend the day at Baraka Aquarium, where you can swim with rescued sea turtles and learn about marine conservation efforts. The rest of the day is free for beach relaxation, snorkeling, or simply enjoying Zanzibar’s tropical paradise.

Accommodation: Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

Day 10: Dolphin Tour & Sunset Cruise

Take an early morning dolphin tour in Kizimkazi, where you’ll have the opportunity to see and swim with wild dolphins in their natural habitat. In the evening, experience a breathtaking sunset cruise along the Zanzibar coastline, sipping on refreshing drinks as the sun dips into the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation: Sunset Kendwa

Day 11: Zanzibar Stone Town Tour

Explore the historic Stone Town, a UNESCO-listed site with ancient Arabic, Indian, and Swahili influences. Wander through the bustling markets, visit the former slave chambers, and explore the Sultan’s Palace and Forodhani Gardens before enjoying a final night in Zanzibar.

Accommodation: Antonio Garden

Day 12: Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before transferring to Zanzibar International Airport for your outbound flight.

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 Taxes/VAT
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks(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
$5049
Duration
11 days
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