10-Day The Best African Safari for Wildlife and Beach

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

Arrival in Arusha and Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Arrival in Arusha and Transfer to Tarangire National Park Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), you will be met and transferred to Tarangire National Park. The drive to the park entrance takes approximately 2-3 hours from Arusha. After completing park registration, you will embark on an afternoon game drive. Tarangire is particularly famous for its large population of elephants, which are often seen congregating around the Tarangire River, especially during the dry season. The park's landscape is characterized by ancient baobab trees, acacia woodlands, and extensive swamps. Wildlife commonly sighted includes zebras, wildebeest, giraffes, buffaloes, and various antelopes. Predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs are also present. You will spend the night at a lodge or tented camp located inside or near the park.

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:

Ang'ata Tarangire Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire national Park and Manyara National Park

Game Drive in Tarangire National Park, this day may involve a full day exploring more of Tarangire National Park, focusing on different areas to maximize wildlife sightings. Alternatively, you might have a morning game drive in Tarangire before driving to Lake Manyara National Park (1-2 hours). Then transfer to Lake Manyara, you will arrive in time for an afternoon game drive. Lake Manyara is a smaller park nestled beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Its diverse habitats, including the soda lake, groundwater forest, and acacia woodland, support a variety of wildlife.

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:

Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Serengeti National Park

You will drive to the iconic Serengeti National Park. The journey is scenic, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area highlands before descending into the vast plains of the Serengeti. The drive can take 4-6 hours depending on the route and road conditions, often including stops at viewpoints. You will enter the Serengeti through one of its gates, such as the Naabi Hill Gate. Upon entering the park, your first game drive begins en route to your accommodation. The Serengeti is renowned for the Great Wildebeest Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing. Even outside the migration periods, the Serengeti offers exceptional year-round wildlife viewing, with large prides of lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and numerous herbivores. Accommodation will be within the Serengeti National Park or in a concession area bordering the park.

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:

Tukaone Weavers 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)

Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Today is dedicated to exploring the vast plains of the Serengeti. Depending on the time of year and the location of the migration, your guide will take you to the areas with the highest concentration of wildlife. Game drives can be conducted in the early morning, late afternoon, or as a full-day excursion with a packed lunch. The Serengeti's diverse landscapes include open grasslands, kopjes (rocky outcrops), woodlands, and riverine areas, each supporting different species. This day provides ample opportunity to witness predator-prey interactions, observe large herds, and appreciate the sheer scale of the ecosystem. Accommodation remains within or near the Serengeti.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Tukaone Weavers Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Game Drive in Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro Area

You will enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti, perhaps focusing on a different sector of the park. After the game drive and lunch, you will begin the drive back towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive takes approximately 3-4 hours. You will arrive at your lodge or camp located on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater or in the nearby Karatu area in the late afternoon. This location provides easy access to the Ngorongoro Crater for the following day's tour.

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:

Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp

• Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ngorongoro Crater Tour and Departure Early in the morning

You will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive. The crater floor is a unique ecosystem, home to a high density of wildlife within its relatively confined area. It is one of the best places to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo) in a single day. The crater floor features grasslands, swamps, and a central soda lake (Lake Magadi). Wildlife commonly seen includes lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, jackals, and various bird species. Black rhinos are also present, offering a chance to see this endangered species. You will spend several hours exploring the crater floor. After the game drive and a picnic lunch inside the crater, you will ascend the crater rim and begin the drive back to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure or onward travel to Zanzibar.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation:

Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp

• Mid-range tented bush camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Arrival in Zanzibar, Stone Town Tour

Arrival in Zanzibar, Stone Town Tour & Prison Island Upon arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), you will be met and transferred to your accommodation in Stone Town. After checking in, you will embark on a guided walking tour of Stone Town. This historic city is a labyrinth of narrow alleys, bustling markets, mosques, and Arab-style houses with intricately carved doors. The tour covers key historical sites such as the House of Wonders (Beit al-Ajaib), the Old Fort, the Palace Museum, the Darajani Market, and the former Slave Market. In the afternoon, you will take a short boat trip (approximately 20-30 minutes) to Prison Island (Changuu Island). Originally intended as a prison, it was later used as a quarantine station. Today, it is famous for its population of giant Aldabra tortoises, which were a gift from the Seychelles. You can interact with and feed the tortoises, and also enjoy swimming or snorkeling near the island. You will return to Stone Town.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Safari Blue or Dolphin Tour and Nakupenda Island

Safari Blue or Dolphin Tour & Nakupenda Sandbank Today is dedicated to a marine excursion. You can choose between a Safari Blue tour or a Dolphin Tour, often combined with a visit to the Nakupenda sandbank. Safari Blue is a full-day trip that typically departs from Fumba village in the southwest. It involves sailing in traditional dhows, snorkeling in coral reefs, visiting different islands or sandbanks, and enjoying a seafood lunch on the beach. Dolphin tours usually depart early in the morning from Kizimkazi on the southern coast, offering the chance to see dolphins in their natural habitat (sightings are not guaranteed). Both options often include a stop at the Nakupenda (meaning "I Love You" in Swahili) sandbank, a beautiful stretch of white sand that appears at low tide, perfect for relaxing, swimming, and sunbathing. You will return to your accommodation in the late afternoon.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Spice Tour and Jozani Forest

Spice Tour & Jozani Forest In the morning, you will take a guided Spice Tour. Zanzibar is historically known as the "Spice Island" due to its production of cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper, and other spices. The tour involves visiting a spice farm where you will learn about the cultivation, uses, and medicinal properties of various spices, fruits, and herbs. You will have the opportunity to see, smell, and taste many of these plants. After the Spice Tour, you will visit Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, the only national park in Zanzibar. The park is home to the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkey, a species endemic to the island. You will take a guided walk through the forest to observe these playful monkeys. The park also contains a mangrove boardwalk, offering insight into the coastal ecosystem. You will return to your accommodation in the late afternoon.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Ocean Paradise Resort & Spa

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Leisure and Departure

Depending on your flight schedule, you will have some free time in the morning for leisure, perhaps souvenir shopping in Stone Town or relaxing at your hotel. Later, you will be transferred to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) for your departure, concluding your 10-day Tanzania safari and Zanzibar tour package.

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.