7-Day Explore Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach

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

Arrival in Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, proceed through immigration and security checks, where your documents will be verified. Exit the terminal to find your Karis Expeditions driver guide holding a sign with your name. He will warmly welcome you, assist with your luggage, and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha. Upon arrival, the driver guide will help you with the check-in process, and a hotel porter will take your bags to your room. After settling in and freshening up from your journey, head to the our restaurant ( Fifi's restaurant )for dinner. Later, you may relax in the lounge area, take some photos, and unwind before retiring to your room for the night.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Gold Crest Hotel Arusha

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arusha to Serengeti national park

After an early breakfast, you will be picked up by a Karis Expeditions driver guide. He will drive you to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro conservation area for game viewing. Serengeti is an extremely large and wild national park. Every traveler desires to see it and sits on nearly 15000 sq km. This park is truly “the endless plains” as it is known by the nomadic Maasai who are found here. You will be surprised by the number of wildlife inside Serengeti. It is the home of the Big Five members: lion, leopard, bush elephant, African buffalo, and black rhino. It is also famous for its annual wildebeest migration and beautiful landscapes. After the game viewing, you will drive to the camp which is located inside the park for relaxation, dinner, and your overnight stay.

Main Destination:

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:

Kontiki Serengeti 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)

Serengeti to Ngorongoro crater

On this day, we suggest a very early wake-up to do an early morning game drive (when the animals are more active) and see one of the best sunrises you'll ever witness. After the game drive, you'll return to the camp for a rewarding brunch. Then you'll proceed to Ngorongoro, the 8th wonder of the Natural World. The crater spreads for 102 sq. miles and has 2.000 ft high walls, making it virtually Noah's ark and inhabiting almost every species of wildlife that is indigenous to East Africa. It's one of the very rare locations in the whole continent where you can witness the black rhinos.

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:

Octagon 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)

Karatu to Zanzibar via Arusha

After breakfast at your accommodation in Karatu, you will drive straight to Mto Wa Mbu village. Mto Wa Mbu, situated on the main road before Kratu town, surrounded by breathtaking scenery is believed to be home to representatives of all Tanzania's 120 community groups.
This melting pot of cultures is home to around 20000 people, that form a flourishing farming community.
Observe their farms, milling machines, schools, markets, and churches. Visit the village banana plantation and a youth art group, where you'll see different painting techniques.
You'll enter a workshop and watch skillful members of the Makonde people carve detailed figurines, masks, and household objects out of wood.
You'll visit a local ‘bar’ to try Mbege. A traditional banana and millet beer is brewed and drunk mainly by the Chagga people.
After a brief refreshment, don't miss the bustling local market.

After these activities, you will drive to Arusha Airport to catch your flight to Zanzibar (Stone Town).

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Dhow Palace Hotel

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore the Beach and Water Activities

Morning:
Sunrise at Nungwi Beach: Start your day early by watching the sun rise over the Indian Ocean. The sky and water transform into beautiful shades of orange and pink—perfect for photos.
Breakfast: Head to one of the beachfront restaurants or cafes for a delicious breakfast, maybe try fresh tropical fruits or Swahili-style pancakes (mandazi) with a coconut drink.

Late Morning:
Snorkeling or Scuba Diving: Nungwi is known for its vibrant coral reefs and marine life. You can book a snorkeling trip with one of the local tour operators or try scuba diving for a more in-depth underwater experience.

Afternoon:
Lunch at a Beachfront Restaurant: Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at one of the restaurants along the coast. Many places serve grilled fish, prawns, and lobster.
Relax on the Beach: After lunch, take some time to relax under the sun or shade, swim, and just enjoy the beach.

Main Destination:

Nungwi (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Kendwa (Zanzibar)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Cultural Exploration and Relaxation

Morning:
Sunrise at Nungwi Beach: Start your day early by watching the sun rise over the Indian Ocean. The sky and water transform into beautiful shades of orange and pink—perfect for photos.
Breakfast: Head to one of the beachfront restaurants or cafes for a delicious breakfast, maybe try fresh tropical fruits or Swahili-style pancakes (mandazi) with a coconut drink.
Afternoon:
Lunch at a Beachfront Restaurant: Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at one of the restaurants along the coast. Then guide will take you back to your hotel.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

Kendwa Rocks Beach Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Kendwa (Zanzibar)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar island

On your last day, depending on your flight time, you can either relax at the hotel for a bit longer or take some time to explore the vibrant seafood market, the unique Zanzibar spices, and the local markets. It's a wonderful experience, and best of all, it's completely free. Enjoy discovering the local culture and hidden treasures before our driver takes you to Zanzibar International Airport for your flight home.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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