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Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday: The Perfect Africa Combination

Combining a Tanzania safari with a Zanzibar beach holiday creates the ultimate African travel experience. Visitors can begin their journey exploring the wilderness, witnessing incredible wildlife, and discovering ancient landscapes before relaxing on the tropical beaches of Zanzibar. This combination offers adventure, culture, history, and relaxation in one unforgettable holiday.

After experiencing the excitement of safari destinations such as Serengeti and Ngorongoro, travellers can fly to Zanzibar to enjoy white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, historic Stone Town, and island adventures. Activities include spice tours, diving, snorkelling, dolphin experiences, and traditional dhow cruises.

This travel guide explains how to plan the perfect safari and beach holiday, including recommended itineraries, best travel seasons, activities, accommodation options, and tips for combining wildlife adventures with a tropical escape

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9 Days Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Holiday | Big Five Adventure

Experience the perfect combination of wildlife adventure and tropical relaxation on this 9-day Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday. Explore Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in search of the Big Five before flying to Zanzibar for white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and pure island comfort.

From USD 3,650 Per Person
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at the airport and meet your safari guide for transfer to Summit Hotel Arusha. Relax and prepare for your safari journey.

Accommodation: Summit Hotel Arusha

Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. The park is known for large elephant herds, baobab trees, lions, giraffes, and diverse wildlife. Later continue to Karatu.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn

Day 3: Serengeti National Park
Depart for Serengeti National Park with game viewing en route. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the vast plains before heading to your camp.

Accommodation: Kumbukumbu Tented Lodge

Day 4: Full Day Serengeti Safari
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five and seasonal wildlife movements across the plains.

Accommodation: Kumbukumbu Tented Lodge

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater & Maasai Boma
After breakfast, depart Serengeti and travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the crater for an exciting game drive before visiting a traditional Maasai Boma to experience local culture and traditions.

Accommodation: (Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp)

Day 6: Flight to Zanzibar – Paradise Island
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your beachfront hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Accommodation:  (The Z Hotel Zanzibar)

Day 7: Zanzibar Beach Relaxation
Spend the day relaxing on Zanzibar’s white sandy beaches or enjoy optional activities such as snorkeling, swimming, or a traditional dhow cruise.

Accommodation: (The Z Hotel Zanzibar)

What is Included
  • Airport transfers
  • Transportation in 4×4 pop up roof safari vehicle
  • Professional, English speaking guide
  • Meals according to travel plan
  • Mineral water
  • Overnight stays in safari lodges / tented camps
  • All national park fees

What is not Included

  • Accommodation in Arusha can be arranged upon request.
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance
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7 Days Ultimate Tanzania Safari Experience with Balloon Safari

Experience one of Tanzania’s most rewarding safari adventures, combining spectacular wildlife viewing, a breathtaking Serengeti hot air balloon safari, and authentic cultural encounters. Explore Tarangire National Park, discover the endless plains of Serengeti, visit a traditional Maasai community, and enjoy carefully selected accommodations throughout your journey.

From USD 3,600 Per Person
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Arusha Airport or from your hotel, you will be welcomed and transferred to your accommodation for relaxation before the safari begins.

Accommodation: (Summit Hotel Arusha)

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. The park is renowned for its large elephant populations, majestic baobab trees, and abundant wildlife. In the evening, continue to Karatu.

Accommodation: (Eileen’s Trees Inn)

Day 3: Karatu – Serengeti National Park
Travel through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands with spectacular views along the way. Continue into Serengeti National Park with game viewing en route before arriving in Central Serengeti for an evening wildlife experience.

Accommodation: (Land of Nature Serengeti Camp)

Day 4: Serengeti Balloon Safari & Full-Day Game Drive
Rise early for a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti plains. After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast before continuing with a full-day game drive in search of lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, and other wildlife.

Accommodation:  (Land of Nature Serengeti Camp)

Day 5: Serengeti – Karatu (Ngorongoro Highlands)
Enjoy a morning game drive before departing Serengeti. Travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and return to Karatu for relaxation.

Accommodation: (Eileen’s Trees Inn)

Day 6: Maasai Boma & Arusha Town Experience
Visit a traditional Maasai Boma and learn about the customs, traditions, and lifestyle of the Maasai people. Continue to Arusha, where you may enjoy optional shopping and local experiences before relaxing at your hotel.

Accommodation: (Summit Hotel Arusha)

Day 7: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari experience.
What is Included
  • Airport transfers
  • Transportation in 4×4 pop up roof safari vehicle
  • Professional, English speaking guide
  • Meals according to travel plan
  • Mineral water
  • Overnight stays in safari lodges / tented camps
  • All national park fees

What is not Included

  • Accommodation in Arusha can be arranged upon request.
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance
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7 Days Tanzania Unforgettable Wildlife Safari Experience

Experience the best of Northern Tanzania on this 7-day wildlife safari through Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and the legendary Serengeti National Park. Discover diverse landscapes, encounter the Big Five, explore the migration corridors of Northern Serengeti, and enjoy an authentic Maasai cultural experience while staying in carefully selected safari lodges and camps.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Arusha Airport or from your hotel, you will be transferred to your accommodation for relaxation and preparation for your safari adventure.

Accommodation: (Outpost Lodge Arusha)

Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive in one of Tanzania’s most scenic parks, famous for its giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, and diverse wildlife. Explore the Tarangire River ecosystem before continuing to Karatu.

Accommodation:  (Eileen’s Trees Inn)

Day 3: Tarangire – Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, travel through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with an optional stop at the crater viewpoint. Continue toward Serengeti National Park while enjoying wildlife viewing along the route. Arrive in Central Serengeti in the evening.

Accommodation: (Land of Nature Serengeti Camp)

Day 4: Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti
Begin the day with a morning game drive in Central Serengeti before heading north toward the migration region. Enjoy wildlife viewing en route as you travel through the vast Serengeti ecosystem.

Accommodation:  (Intimate Camp Northern Serengeti)

Day 5: Full Day Northern Serengeti
Spend the entire day exploring Northern Serengeti and the Mara River region. Depending on the season, witness the Great Migration and search for predators that follow the migrating herds. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park and continue wildlife viewing into the afternoon.

Accommodation: (Intimate Camp Northern Serengeti)

Day 6: Northern Serengeti – Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a morning game drive before departing Serengeti. Travel through scenic Maasai lands toward the Ngorongoro Highlands, where breathtaking views of the crater rim and surrounding landscapes await.

Accommodation:  (Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp)

Day 7: Maasai Boma Experience – Departure
Visit a traditional Maasai Boma and gain insight into the customs, traditions, and lifestyle of the Maasai people. Afterwards, transfer to Arusha for your departure flight or hotel drop-off.
What is Included
  • Airport transfers
  • Transportation in 4×4 pop up roof safari vehicle
  • Professional, English speaking guide
  • Meals according to travel plan
  • Mineral water
  • Overnight stays in safari lodges / tented camps
  • All national park fees

What is not Included

  • Accommodation in Arusha can be arranged upon request.
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance
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7 Days Great Migration Safari with Flight Out Tanzania

Discover Tanzania’s most spectacular wildlife destinations on this 7-day Great Migration safari. Explore Tarangire National Park, descend into the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater, and venture into the Northern Serengeti to witness the world-famous Great Migration. Complete your adventure with a scenic flight from Kogatende back to Arusha, saving travel time while enjoying breathtaking aerial views of Tanzania’s landscapes.

From USD 3,350 Per Person
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your lodge in Arusha for relaxation and overnight stay.

Accommodation: (Outpost Lodge Arusha)

Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park for a game drive among giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. Later continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: (Eileen’s Trees Inn)

Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers one of the best opportunities to spot the Big Five in a single day.

Accommodation:(Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp)

Day 4: Serengeti National Park
Travel to Serengeti National Park with game viewing along the route. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive in one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations.

Accommodation:(Kumbukumbu Camp)

Day 5: Northern Serengeti – Great Migration
Spend the day exploring the Kogatende region of Northern Serengeti, one of the best locations to witness the Great Migration and dramatic river-crossing action during migration season.

Accommodation: (Tanzania Bush Camp)

Day 6: Great Migration Safari
Enjoy another full day in Northern Serengeti tracking migrating wildebeests and zebras while searching for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

Accommodation:(Tanzania Bush Camp)

Day 7: Departure – Fly Out
After breakfast, transfer to Kogatende Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Arusha. Upon arrival, connect with your international departure flight, bringing your safari adventure to a memorable conclusion.
What is Included
  • Airport transfers
  • Transportation in 4×4 pop up roof safari vehicle
  • Professional, English speaking guide
  • Meals according to travel plan
  • Mineral water
  • Overnight stays in safari lodges / tented camps
  • All national park fees

What is not Included

  • Accommodation in Arusha can be arranged upon request.
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance
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4 Days Maasai Walking Safari & Sleeping Under the Stars

Immerse yourself in the traditions and daily life of the Maasai people on this unique 4-day cultural safari. Stay in an authentic Maasai boma, explore the savannah on guided walking safaris, learn traditional survival skills, enjoy donkey rides across Maasai lands, and spend unforgettable nights sleeping under the African stars. This experience offers a genuine connection to one of East Africa’s most iconic cultures.

From USD 1,320 Per Person
Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Maasai Boma
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to the Maasai community. Receive a traditional Maasai welcome before learning about local customs, traditions, and daily life. Enjoy dinner around the fire before spending the night under the stars.

Accommodation: (Osiligilai Maasai Lodge & Cultural Experience)

Day 2: Maasai Land Wildlife Viewing & Bush Walking Experience
Join Maasai warriors for a guided bush walk through the surrounding savannah. Learn how to identify wildlife tracks, medicinal plants, and traditional survival techniques while discovering how the Maasai coexist with wildlife. Spend the afternoon interacting with community members before enjoying evening storytelling around the fire.

Accommodation:  (Osiligilai Maasai Lodge & Cultural Experience)

Day 3: Donkey Ride & Spear Throwing Experience
Experience traditional Maasai transportation with a donkey ride across the plains. Later, participate in a spear-throwing activity led by Maasai warriors and gain insight into traditional skills that have been passed down through generations. End the day with cultural performances and community celebrations.

Accommodation:  (Osiligilai Maasai Lodge & Cultural Experience)

Day 4: Sunrise Walking Safari – Departure
Begin the day with an early morning walking safari led by Maasai guides. Enjoy the beauty of the savannah at sunrise and observe wildlife activity before returning for breakfast. Afterwards, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight.
What is Included
  • Airport transfers
  • Transportation in 4×4 pop up roof safari vehicle
  • Professional, English speaking guide
  • Meals according to travel plan
  • Mineral water
  • Overnight stays in safari lodges / tented camps
  • All national park fees

What is not Included

  • Accommodation in Arusha can be arranged upon request.
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance
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Tanzania Wonders Experience | 6 Days Luxury Big Five Safari

Experience the highlights of Northern Tanzania on a luxury safari through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Encounter the Big Five, enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing, visit a traditional Maasai village, and stay in carefully selected luxury lodges and camps throughout your journey.

From USD $3,397 Per Person
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at the airport where your safari guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to Arusha. Relax and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha

Day 2: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Enjoy a full-day game drive among giant baobab trees and large elephant herds. The park is also home to lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and a rich variety of birdlife. In the afternoon, continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge

Day 3: Serengeti National Park
Following breakfast, travel to Serengeti National Park with game viewing along the route. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive across the park’s vast plains, renowned for their abundant wildlife and spectacular scenery.

Accommodation: Explore Serengeti Camp

Day 4: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti ecosystem. Morning and afternoon game drives provide excellent opportunities to spot lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, and many other species.

Accommodation: Explore Serengeti Camp

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater & Maasai Boma
After breakfast, depart Serengeti and travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a rewarding game drive within one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries. Later, visit a traditional Maasai Boma and learn about the customs and traditions of the Maasai people.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Day 6: Departure
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha and transfer to the airport for your onward flight, bringing your Tanzania safari adventure to a memorable conclusion.
What is Included
  • Airport transfers
  • Transportation in 4×4 pop up roof safari vehicle
  • Professional, English speaking guide
  • Meals according to travel plan
  • Mineral water
  • Overnight stays in safari lodges / tented camps
  • All national park fees

What is not Included

  • Accommodation in Arusha can be arranged upon request.
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance
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