3-Day Safari and Cycling Tour from Zanzibar

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

Zanzibar to Tarangire

Your adventure kicks off with an early flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, where you’ll swap the beach for a bike and head toward Tarangire National Park. The ride offers an authentic look at Tanzania, winding through charming local villages and rolling hills before you reach the park gates. Once inside, you’ll trade the road for a guided cycling safari, pedaling past iconic baobab trees and getting an up-close view of Tarangire's famous elephant herds and giraffes. The day concludes with a peaceful dinner under the stars at a nearby lodge, perfectly blending physical exertion with the serenity of the African bush.

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

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Arusha Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater

On the second day, you’ll fuel up with breakfast before cycling through the lush, scenic highlands toward the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. After conquering the highland terrain on two wheels, you’ll transition to a 4x4 vehicle for a descent into the UNESCO-listed caldera. This shift in transport allows you to safely explore one of the world's most dense wildlife havens, where you’ll spend the day tracking the "Big Five" across the crater floor. As evening falls, you’ll ascend back to the crater rim to relax at your lodge, enjoying panoramic views and a well-earned meal after a day of incredible biodiversity.

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:

Arusha Farm House

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Mto wa Mbwa to Zanzibar

The final day focuses on the vibrant heritage of the region as you cycle from Ngorongoro toward Mto wa Mbuu, a bustling village near Lake Manyara. This leg of the journey is filled with stunning vistas and friendly encounters with local farmers. Once in the village, you’ll immerse yourself in a cultural exchange, wandering through local markets and enjoying a traditional Tanzanian lunch. After a final afternoon tour of nearby coffee plantations, you'll head back to Arusha for your return flight to Zanzibar, bringing your high-energy journey through Tanzania’s landscapes and culture to a close.

Main Destination:

Mto Wa Mbu (Town)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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