12-Day Fly-out Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Escape

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

Arrival in Arusha – Overnight at Kutoka Lodge

Upon arrival in Arusha, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to Kutoka Lodge. This first evening is designed for relaxation after your journey and preparation for the exciting safari ahead. You can enjoy a peaceful evening at the lodge while your guide provides a briefing about the upcoming safari. Overnight at Kutoka Lodge.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kutoka Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located near Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire National Park – Overnight at Hearts and Soul

After breakfast, you will leave Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s most beautiful wildlife areas. The park is particularly famous for its large elephant herds, giant baobab trees and the Tarangire River, which attracts wildlife especially during the dry season.
You will spend the day on a game drive exploring the park’s open plains and woodland areas. You may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, antelopes and a wide variety of birds. After an exciting day in the park, you will continue to Hearts and Soul 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:

Heart and Soul Lodge

• 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 – Overnight at Bougainvillea

After breakfast, you will drive to Lake Manyara National Park for another exciting wildlife experience. Although smaller than some of Tanzania’s other parks, Lake Manyara offers remarkable scenery, with groundwater forests, open grasslands and the beautiful alkaline lake.
During your game drive, you will have opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, baboons, hippos and many bird species. The park is also known for its tree-climbing lions, although sightings are never guaranteed.
After the game drive, you will continue to Karatu and check in at Bougainvillea 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

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater – Transfer to Serengeti

After an early breakfast, you will drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. The crater is a natural wildlife sanctuary and is home to a remarkable concentration of animals within its enclosed ecosystem.
As you explore the crater floor, you may see lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, gazelles and many other species. After enjoying a picnic lunch and continuing the game drive, you will ascend from the crater and continue towards Serengeti.
The journey to Serengeti offers beautiful scenery and the possibility of spotting wildlife along the way. You will arrive at Safari Heaven for dinner and overnight.

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

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Kogatende – Great Migration Experience

Today begins your exciting exploration of Kogatende in northern Serengeti. After breakfast, you will head out for a full-day game drive through this spectacular part of the Serengeti ecosystem.
Kogatende is particularly famous for the Great Migration and the Mara River, where large herds of wildebeest and zebra move through the region. The area also attracts predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards and hyenas.
You will spend the day following the wildlife movements with your experienced guide, stopping for a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your game drive. Dinner and overnight will be at Safari Heaven Migration Camp.

Main Destination:

Northern 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:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full-Day Game Drive in Kogatende

After breakfast, you will spend another full day exploring Kogatende. Having an additional day in this area gives you more time to explore different sections of northern Serengeti and increases your chances of encountering spectacular wildlife activity.
Your guide will monitor the movements of the herds and choose the best areas for game viewing. Apart from the migration, you may encounter elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes and numerous predators. You will enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive before returning to Safari Heaven Migration Camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Northern Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Safari Haven Migration Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Morning Game Drive in Kogatende – Flight to Zanzibar

After breakfast, you will enjoy a final morning game drive in Kogatende. This gives you one last opportunity to experience the wildlife and landscapes of northern Serengeti before leaving the safari circuit.
Later, you will proceed to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to Casa Beach Hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day will be free for relaxation by the beach. Overnight at Casa Beach Hotel.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Dry and warm)

High Season December to February and June to October

Best Weather January to February and June to September (Low rainfall)

Accommodation:

Casa Beach Hotel

• Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full Day in Zanzibar – Beach Relaxation

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed day in Zanzibar. After several days of safari, this is the perfect opportunity to slow down and enjoy the island’s beautiful coastline.
You can spend your day swimming, relaxing on the beach, enjoying the hotel facilities or participating in optional activities. Overnight at Casa Beach Hotel.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Casa Beach Hotel

• Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Zanzibar Island Experience

Today you will have another full day to enjoy Zanzibar. You may choose to explore some of the island’s cultural and historical attractions, visit local villages or simply enjoy the beautiful beach.
For travelers who prefer a relaxed holiday, the day can be spent enjoying the ocean and peaceful surroundings of the hotel. Overnight at Casa Beach Hotel.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Casa Beach Hotel

• Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Zanzibar Island Experience & Beach Relaxation

After breakfast, enjoy another beautiful day in Zanzibar. You can spend your time relaxing on the beach, swimming in the warm Indian Ocean or exploring the island at your own pace. Optional activities and excursions can also be arranged according to your interests. In the evening, return to Casa Beach Hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Casa Beach Hotel

• Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Final Full Day in Zanzibar

Your final full day is reserved for relaxation and enjoying Zanzibar at your own pace. Take time to enjoy the beach, swim in the Indian Ocean or explore any attractions you may have missed.
It is also a perfect opportunity to enjoy a final sunset and reflect on your safari adventure before preparing for departure. Overnight at Casa Beach Hotel.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Casa Beach Hotel

• Mid-range resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure – Zanzibar Airport

After breakfast, you will have some free time depending on your flight schedule. Later, your driver will transfer you to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight.
Your 12-day adventure comes to an end, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s wildlife, the Great Migration in Kogatende and the tropical beaches of Zanzibar.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)

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.