9-Day Explore Tanzania and Beaches

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arusha City

You will be picked up from the airport by your guide and taken to The Charity Hotel in Arusha. Take this day to relax and shake off the jet lag. If time allows, explore Arusha City and its vibrant surroundings. Prepare for your upcoming adventure into the heart of Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Ilboru Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. Witness herds of elephants, towering baobabs, and predatory cats near the Tarangire River. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park. After your game drive, head to Marera Valley Lodge in Karatu for a restful evening and hearty dinner surrounded by lush gardens.

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:

Farm of Dreams Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Central Serengeti National Park

Start early and drive through the Ngorongoro highlands to reach Serengeti’s open plains. Stop at scenic viewpoints before enjoying a picnic lunch en route. Game drive through Seronera to spot migrating herds, lions, and leopards. Overnight at Serengeti Pure Tented Camp, deep within wildlife territory.

Main Destination:

Central 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:

Moyo Tented Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Begin the day with a sunrise safari in central Serengeti, a prime time for predator activity. After breakfast and lunch in the bush, begin your journey toward Ngorongoro. Arrive at Crater Rim Lodge before sunset, where you’ll enjoy sweeping views and a warm meal in the highlands.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Rhino Lodge

• Mid-range lodge 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 Safari

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, home to a dense population of wildlife including rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos. Spend hours tracking animals in the lush, enclosed ecosystem. After a scenic picnic by the hippo pool, ascend and transfer to Eileen’s Trees Inn for the night.

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:

Rhino Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Manyara to Arusha Flight to Zanzibar

Explore Lake Manyara’s acacia forests and alkaline lake, spotting flamingos, baboons, and the elusive tree-climbing lions. After a picnic lunch, return to Arusha. Take an evening flight to Zanzibar and transfer to Waridi Beach Resort to unwind on the Indian Ocean’s shores.

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

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Fun Beach Hotel

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar Stone Town and Spice Tour

Enjoy a guided spice tour learning about Zanzibar’s fragrant exports like clove, vanilla, and cinnamon. Then stroll through Stone Town’s winding alleys, exploring its blend of Swahili, Arab, and European influences. Return to Waridi for a peaceful oceanfront dinner and sunset.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

Fun Beach Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Zanzibar Beach Leisure

Spend your day soaking in the tropical serenity. Swim in warm waters, walk along white sands, or relax by the pool. Optional activities include snorkeling, dhow cruises, or village tours. Return to Waridi Beach Resort to enjoy your final island evening under palm trees.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Fun Beach Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure from Zanzibar

After a relaxed breakfast, take one final stroll along the white sand beach, soaking in the last moments of coastal serenity. You’ll then be transferred from Waridi Beach Resort to Zanzibar Airport in time for your departure flight—carrying unforgettable memories of Tanzania’s safaris and turquoise shores.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.