10-Day Luxury Tanzania Safari& Beach Escape

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

Arrival in Tanzania and welcome to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you'll be warmly greeted by your private safari guide and transferred to the luxurious Gran Meliá Arusha, nestled between Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro. This elegant 5-star property features lush gardens, a world-class spa, and fine dining with views over coffee plantations. Spend the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel’s amenities or exploring Arusha town depending on your arrival time.

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Gran Meliá Arusha

• Luxury hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Arusha to Tarangire National park

Distance: 120 km | Drive Time: ~2.5–3 hours
After a delicious breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobab trees and the largest elephant population in northern Tanzania. As you enter the park, begin your first thrilling game drive along the Tarangire River, a lifeline for herds of zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, and predators like lions and leopards. Enjoy a bush picnic and continue exploring before heading to Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp, a boutique property offering luxury amidst wilderness.

Accommodation: Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp.

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:

Tarangire Elephant Springs Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Tarangire to Lake manyara National Park

Distance: 90 km | Drive Time: ~2 hours
Today’s journey takes you to the compact but diverse Lake Manyara National Park, nestled at the base of the Rift Valley escarpment. Begin with a scenic drive through groundwater forests, open plains, and the lake shore. Expect to see large troops of baboons, hippos, and flamingos. The park is renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions, which rest on acacia branches. Later, drive up the escarpment to Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge, offering luxurious suites with sweeping views over the Rift Valley and lake.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge.

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
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Mto wa Mbu to Ngorongoro Crater

Distance: 60 km | Drive Time: ~1.5 hours
After breakfast, drive through the bustling village of Mto wa Mbu, rich in cultural diversity, before ascending into the highlands of Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife arenas. Home to over 25,000 animals including lions, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo, the crater floor offers unmatched photographic opportunities. After a picnic lunch by a hippo-filled lake, ascend to the rim and check in to Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp, offering luxurious tented suites on the crater edge.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Lion’s Paw Camp.

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:

Ngorongoro Lion's Paw Camp

• Luxury tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Ngorongoro highlands to Serengeti national park

Distance: 180 km | Drive Time: ~5 hours (with stops and game viewing en route)
Today you journey across the lush Ngorongoro Highlands toward Serengeti National Park. Along the way, stop at viewpoints or the Olduvai Gorge, known as the cradle of mankind. As the landscape transforms from forested hills to wide open savannahs, begin spotting wildlife even before reaching your destination. Arrive in Central Serengeti, where predators roam and the Great Migration may be passing through. Check in to the exclusive Serengeti Sametu Camp, known for intimate luxury and front-row wildlife experiences.

Accommodation: Serengeti Sametu Camp.

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

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Serengeti Sametu Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Full day of exploration in serengeti

Rise early for a sunrise game drive, the best time to see big cats on the hunt. Spend the full day exploring the Serengeti’s varied ecosystems, from the Seronera Valley’s riverine forests to the short grass plains that draw massive herds of wildebeest and zebra. With luck, you may witness dramatic predator-prey action or a cheetah sprint. A picnic lunch is served under an acacia tree before continuing your wildlife adventure. Return to Sametu Camp to relax, enjoy sundowners by the fire, and dine under starlit skies.

Accommodation: Serengeti Sametu Camp.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Serengeti Sametu Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Early Morning Game drive in serengeti and fly out to Zanzibar

Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Serengeti, taking in the raw beauty and wildlife one last time. After brunch at the camp, transfer to the nearby airstrip for your scenic flight to Zanzibar (approx. 1.5 hours). Upon landing, you're greeted and transferred to Kisiwa on the Beach, a sophisticated oceanfront resort on Zanzibar’s southeast coast. Spend your afternoon relaxing with swaying palm trees and the gentle breeze of the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation: Melia Zanzibar.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Meliá Zanzibar Hotel

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Self exploration in Zanzibar

Today is yours to enjoy paradise. Bask on the powdery white sands, take a swim in the warm turquoise sea, or indulge in a spa treatment. For the curious, optional excursions include a Spice Farm Tour, a guided Stone Town heritage walk, or snorkeling in the vibrant coral reefs of Mnemba Atoll. Return to the resort for a candle-lit dinner and a peaceful night by the waves.

Accommodation: Melia Zanzibar.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Meliá Zanzibar Hotel

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Another full day of self exploration

Another self exploration and relaxation day of tropical bliss. Take a traditional dhow cruise, visit Jozani Forest to see red colobus monkeys, or simply lounge poolside with a refreshing cocktail. Zanzibar offers the perfect mix of relaxation and culture, and Kisiwa on the Beach ensures every moment is wrapped in comfort and luxury.

Accommodation: Melia Zanzibar.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Meliá Zanzibar Hotel

• Luxury resort located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure and Flight back Home

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Zanzibar. Depending on your flight time, you’ll be transferred to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure. Bid farewell to Tanzania with unforgettable memories of thrilling safaris, luxury lodges, and sun-soaked island serenity.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)

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.