9-Day 8 Nights Best of Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha – Tarangire

Program of the day:

Upon arrival at Arusha Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our tour guide and driver. We will then drive to Tarangire National Park, register at the park gate, and embark on an exciting game drive, keeping an eye out for large elephant herds and the park’s iconic baobab trees. After the safari, you will be transferred to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Tarangire is renowned for its impressive elephants and majestic baobab trees, and during your exploration, you may also encounter zebras, impalas, lions, cheetahs, leopards, and many other wildlife species in their natural habitat.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Hhando Coffee Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full days in Central Serengeti

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we’ll drive to the Central Serengeti, stopping at Naabi Hill Gate for registration before entering the park. Spend the day exploring the Serengeti, with chances to see the Big Five and a wide range of other wildlife. In the evening, enjoy a beautiful sunset game drive before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. The next day features another full-day safari adventure.

The Central Serengeti, or Seronera area, is the heart of the park, rich in wildlife including lions, leopards, and elephants. Famous for predator sightings, it also plays a crucial role in the Great Migration, with millions of wildebeest and zebras passing through annually.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Safari View Luxury Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Central Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we’ll drive to the Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive. Descend into the crater and enjoy the opportunity to spot the Big Five along with a variety of other fascinating wildlife. After the safari, you will be transferred to your lodge for an overnight stay.

The Ngorongoro Crater, often called “Africa’s Garden of Eden,” is one of northern Tanzania’s most extraordinary natural wonders. This vast caldera was formed over 2.5 million years ago when a massive volcano, similar in size to Mount Kilimanjaro, erupted and collapsed.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara – Fly to Zanzibar

Program of the day:

After breakfast, we will drive to Lake Manyara National Park for an exciting game drive. Keep an eye out for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, large elephant herds, and the vibrant birdlife around the lake. After the safari, we will transfer you to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar, where our driver will meet you for a private transfer to your hotel in Stone Town.

Lake Manyara, a shallow alkaline lake in northern Tanzania, is renowned for its stunning scenery and rich wildlife. Within the national park, you’ll find lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and natural hot springs, creating a diverse and captivating landscape to explore.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Tembo Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Short day Stone town tour – Beach transfer

Program of the day:

Start the morning with a guided tour of Stone Town, exploring its rich cultural history, narrow streets, and lively markets. After the tour, transfer to your beach resort on Zanzibar’s coast, where you can spend the rest of the day relaxing by the ocean and enjoying the resort’s facilities.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

Villa Kiva Hotel

• Luxury hotel located at Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full days for Beach Relaxation

Program of the day:

Spend these two days enjoying leisure time at the beach. Relax on the pristine white sands, swim in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, or simply bask in the sun. Optional activities include snorkeling, paddleboarding, or indulging in a rejuvenating spa treatment. In the evenings, savor a tranquil dinner by the shore.

Main Destination:

Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

Villa Kiva Hotel

• Luxury hotel located at Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depart from Hotel – Zanzibar International Airport – Fly to your home

Program of the day:

After breakfast, take a final moment to relax on the beach or enjoy a leisurely stroll along the shore before getting ready for departure. Your driver will transfer you to Zanzibar International Airport for your flight, bringing your unforgettable safari and beach holiday in Tanzania to a close.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.