11-Day Wildlife and Zanzibar Island Mid-Range Safari

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

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by your safari representative and transferred to your mid-range hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge or explore the surroundings at leisure. A short briefing will be provided to introduce your safari program and answer any questions. Enjoy dinner at the hotel and an overnight stay, allowing you to rest and prepare for the exciting wildlife adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Pazuri Inn

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds, iconic baobab trees, and rich wildlife along the Tarangire River. Enjoy a full game drive through the park, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, and a wide variety of bird species. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed inside the park. In the afternoon, continue wildlife viewing before exiting the park and driving to your mid-range lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.

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:

Eileen's Trees Inn

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara National Park

Following breakfast, travel to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact yet diverse park set beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Enjoy a game drive through lush groundwater forests, open grasslands, and along the lake shore. Wildlife highlights include elephants, giraffes, hippos, baboons, flamingos, and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your safari. Later, drive to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:

Eileen's Trees Inn

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, passing through scenic highlands and local Maasai villages. Enjoy en-route game viewing as the landscape opens into the vast Serengeti plains. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive, searching for lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, elephants, and large herds of plains game. The Serengeti offers exceptional wildlife viewing and dramatic scenery. Dinner and overnight at a mid-range lodge or tented camp inside the park.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Central Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Start early for the best chance to see predators during hunting hours. Explore different areas of the park, including kopjes and river systems that attract diverse wildlife. Enjoy lunch at the lodge or as a picnic in the bush. Your guide will track wildlife movements throughout the day to maximize sightings. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. Enjoy a game drive on the crater floor, home to elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, flamingos, and the rare black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before ascending the crater rim.

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:

Pazuri Inn

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure at Arusha Airport and Fly to Zanzibar

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar Island. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring nearby streets and local markets or relaxing at your hotel after the journey. Zanzibar Island is known for its rich history and cultural influences shaped by Swahili, Arab, and European heritage. Dinner and overnight at a comfortable mid-range hotel.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

• Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar Island

After breakfast, continue your journey on Zanzibar Island and check in to your beach resort. Spend the day relaxing on white sandy beaches and enjoying the beautiful ocean views. You may swim, take peaceful walks along the shore, or simply unwind at the resort. Optional activities such as snorkeling, cultural visits, or local excursions can be arranged at an additional cost. Dinner and overnight at your mid-range beach resort on Zanzibar Island.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

• Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar Island

After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure on Zanzibar Island. Relax on the white sandy beaches, swim in the warm ocean waters, or simply unwind at your resort. Optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, dhow cruises, or cultural excursions can be arranged at an additional cost. Spend the day at your own pace, taking in the beautiful surroundings and the tranquil atmosphere. Dinner and overnight at your mid-range resort on Zanzibar Island.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

• Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar Island

Spend another full day at leisure on Zanzibar Island. Enjoy the sun, sand, and ocean, or participate in optional activities offered by your resort, such as snorkeling, diving, or cultural experiences. This day allows you to fully relax after your safari adventure. Take time to enjoy peaceful walks along the beach or simply rest by the water. Dinner and overnight at your mid-range beach resort on Zanzibar Island.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

• Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar Island

After breakfast, check out from your resort and transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight. Depending on your departure time, enjoy final views of the island as you travel to the airport. This marks the end of your memorable Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

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.