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Tanzania Safari From Zanzibar - Compare 1,181 Tours
Zanzibar may be part of Tanzania but it really is a world apart. Adding a mainland Tanzanian safari to your Zanzibar holiday allows you to enjoy the best of both of these worlds. Zanzibar is a special place where history seems written on every stone. It’s also a long-standing favorite Indian Ocean beach destination for many travelers, with fabulous stretches of sand and stunning resorts. Over on the mainland, Tanzania is one of Africa’s premier safari destinations with world-class parks filled with wildlife. Whether you visit Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) in the south or Serengeti National Park in the north, it’s all within a short flight from Zanzibar.
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1-Day Trip from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park
$501 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Mikumi NP, Zanzibar (End)
Widman Tours & Safari
5.0/5 – 90 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Experience Luxury Honeymoon Fly in Safari
$2,750 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Zanzibar (End)
Go Serengeti African Tours
4.9/5 – 433 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
3-Day Serengeti Fly in Safari
$1,870 to $1,980 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Serengeti NP, Zanzibar (End)
Safari Soles
5.0/5 – 434 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Wings over the Wild' Fly in Luxury Tanzania Safari
$3,600 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Mountain Warriors Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 395 Reviews
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![4-Day Explore Northern Circuits National Parks Fly-in]()
4-Day Explore Northern Circuits National Parks Fly-in
$1,802 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti NP, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Ndutu Green Explorers
5.0/5 – 69 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
![2-Day Fly-in from Zanzibar to Tarangire & Ngorongoro]()
2-Day Fly-in from Zanzibar to Tarangire & Ngorongoro
$1,112 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Full Package Adventures
5.0/5 – 371 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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6-Day Zanzibar Bliss & Tanzania Wildlife Escape
$1,687 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches), Ngorongoro Crater, Central Serengeti NP, Arusha (End)
Ozon Light Tours
5.0/5 – 346 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
9-Day Fly-in Wildlife Paradise Comfort Journey
$3,290 to $3,679 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Central Serengeti NP, Northern Serengeti NP, Pololeti GR (Greater Serengeti), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Natron, Arusha (End)
Paradise & Wilderness
4.8/5 – 241 Reviews
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![2-Day Zanzibar - Nyerere Park Flight Safari]()
2-Day Zanzibar - Nyerere Park Flight Safari
$645 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Nyerere NP, Zanzibar (End)
Connect African Safaris
5.0/5 – 47 Reviews
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![1-Day Private Game Drive to Nyerere NP from Zanzibar]()
1-Day Private Game Drive to Nyerere NP from Zanzibar
$510 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Day tourPrivate tour
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Nyerere NP, Zanzibar (End)
Plex Africa Safaris
4.9/5 – 125 Reviews
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![4-Day Fly in from Zanzibar to Serengeti- Comfort Plus]()
4-Day Fly in from Zanzibar to Serengeti- Comfort Plus
$2,266 to $2,336 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
Kojuu Safaris Africa
5.0/5 – 95 Reviews
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![4-Day Exclusive Fly-in Safari Experience]()
4-Day Exclusive Fly-in Safari Experience
$2,200 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Zanzibar (End)
Go Makini Tanzania Expedition
4.9/5 – 122 Reviews
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![3-Day Safari Fly in and out from Zanzibar]()
3-Day Safari Fly in and out from Zanzibar
$1,385 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourBudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Enjoyable Nature Safaris
4.9/5 – 16 Reviews
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![2-Day Holiday Offer from Zanzibar- Tarangire and Crater]()
2-Day Holiday Offer from Zanzibar- Tarangire and Crater
$1,107 to $1,173 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Amshar Serengeti Adventures
4.9/5 – 185 Reviews
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![2-Day Safari from Z'Bar to Serengeti & Ngorongor Ocrater]()
2-Day Safari from Z'Bar to Serengeti & Ngorongor Ocrater
$1,428 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryTented Camp
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Akondo Adventures
4.9/5 – 140 Reviews
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![2-Day Fly in from Zanzibar Tarangire & Ngorongoro]()
2-Day Fly in from Zanzibar Tarangire & Ngorongoro
$1,080 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Wildlife Experience Tanzania
4.9/5 – 44 Reviews
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![3-Day Safari Zanzibar Nyerere National Park (Selous)]()
3-Day Safari Zanzibar Nyerere National Park (Selous)
$1,103 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Nyerere NP, Zanzibar (End)
Greg Adventures
5.0/5 – 47 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
![3-Day All Inclusive Luxury Fly into Serengeti]()
3-Day All Inclusive Luxury Fly into Serengeti
$2,585 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Highlands, Zanzibar (End)
Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 768 Reviews
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Best Seller
![3-Day Zanzibar to Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara]()
3-Day Zanzibar to Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Lake Manyara
$1,573 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Zanzibar (End)
Serengeti Wakanda Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 772 Reviews
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![3-Day Fly-in Central Serengeti Glamping Safari]()
3-Day Fly-in Central Serengeti Glamping Safari
$2,009 to $2,146 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Zanzibar (Start), Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Shemeji Safari Tanzania
4.7/5 – 299 Reviews
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6 Questions About Safaris From Zanzibar
Answered by
Anthony Ham
Anthony has written numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, including ‘Tanzania’ and ‘East Africa’. He writes about Tanzania and the wider region for magazines and newspapers worldwide. He is also the author of ‘The Last Lions of Africa’.› More about Anthony
6 Questions About Safaris From Zanzibar
Anthony Ham
What parks are best for a safari from Zanzibar?
“Most parks on the Tanzanian mainland are a short flight from Zanzibar, although in some cases you may need to change planes in Arusha or Dar es Salaam. If I could visit just one area of Tanzania on my safari from Zanzibar, it would be the country’s north. This is where you find Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, which are undoubtedly my top picks. Both of these destinations are really close to Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Parks, which are fantastic wildlife destinations if you can spare the time. To do all four of these destinations, you would need a minimum of 10 days. Another option would be to head south, where you’ll find the wildlife-rich Nyerere National Park, which is especially good for varied landscapes, as well as elephants and lions. Visiting Nyerere would add at least 3 days to your overall trip. With more time, you could include Mikumi National Park and possibly even Ruaha National Park for a wilderness experience.”
1How many days is recommended for a trip from Zanzibar?
“How long you devote to your safari from Zanzibar will depend on where you want to go. If you only have 3 to 4 days, you should probably focus on just one park. This might be Nyerere or the Serengeti. With each extra couple of days, you could add an extra park or two – Ngorongoro and perhaps even Lake Manyara in the north, or Mikumi in the south. If you can allow 10 days out of Zanzibar, then you could possibly complete the Northern safari circuit, or visit three or four parks across Tanzania’s south. It's worth talking with your operator about what combined Tanzania safari and Zanzibar packages are on offer. Many people who visit Zanzibar also visit the Tanzanian mainland, so you should have plenty of choice. And one final thing to remember: if you’re looking for a cheap or more affordable safari, you will need to try and minimize the number of flights while you’re on the mainland.”
2Is a Serengeti safari possible from Zanzibar?
“It is possible to combine a trip to the Serengeti with time on Zanzibar, and there are lots of tours where this is an option. It usually involves a flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, in northern Tanzania, with a further flight from Arusha to one of the airstrips in the Serengeti. It is also possible to drive from Arusha to the Serengeti and enjoy some of the other attractions along the way (such as Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater), but this will add quite a bit of extra time. The Serengeti is certainly worth it and it’s one of my favorite parks anywhere in Africa. The wildlife here is incredible. This is especially the case during the great wildebeest migration, which you can see at different stages from January to August or September. But any time of year is good for wildlife viewing in the Serengeti, where you’ll see the big cats, elephant and so many other species.”
3Should I go on a fly-in trip from Zanzibar?
“There will almost certainly be a flying component to your safari from Zanzibar. Although there are boat connections between Zanzibar Island and the mainland, they’re much slower than flying and not very convenient for those heading over to Tanzania for a safari. In addition to your flight from Zanzibar to the mainland (which usually means flying into Arusha or Dar es Salaam), you may also fly from these airports into the national park of your choice. This is, of course, much more expensive than driving. But it will save precious holiday time for actually being on safari, rather than driving to get there. It will also provide you with some incredible views. Taking an air transfer is like going on a scenic flight, and there’s something special about getting off a plane deep in a national park with wildlife all around you.”
4How much does a Tanzania trip from Zanzibar cost?
“There are so many variables when it comes to calculating the cost of a Zanzibar to Tanzania mainland safari. But as a general guideline, you can expect your safari from Zanzibar to cost at least US$300 per person per day, with prices for more expensive packages triple that or more. There are many reasons for such differences. One is your accommodation: it obviously costs a lot more to stay in luxury tented camps than it does to go on a budget camping safari. The number of flights you take can also have a big influence. Other factors include the number of days you spend on safari, the season in which you’re traveling (high-season prices can be double what you’ll pay in low season) and the type of safari you choose (a private safari costs more than a group safari, for example).”
5Can you do a classic safari on Zanzibar Island?
“A classic safari is not really possible on Zanzibar Island. You might find some wildlife parks on the island, but they are more like zoos, and visiting them is nothing like going on a real safari in one of Tanzania’s parks. If you’d like to get a real safari experience while you’re on Zanzibar, ask your tour operator what might be possible. They will have suggestions about where to go and what you can see by flying to the mainland. Before having such a conversation, you should do some of your own research and have a very clear idea of which animals you’d really like to see. If it’s big cats and elephants, then places such as the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire and Nyerere are all excellent. If, on the other hand, you’d like to follow in the footsteps of Jane Goodall and spend time tracking chimpanzees through the forest, then Gombe and Mahale Mountains National Parks (in the far west of the country) should be high on your list.”
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Sue is an award-winning writer who specializes in African travel and conservation. She writes for national newspapers, magazines, Rough Guides and Lonely Planet.
The perfect safari destination
With almost a quarter of this vast country dedicated to wildlife reserves and national parks, Tanzania is justifiably regarded as Africa’s premier safari destination. It’s one of my favourite countries, not just for the bush, beaches...
Brian is an award winning travel writer, author of safari books and regular contributor to magazines such as BBC Wildlife and Travel Africa.
Wilderness unlimited
Tanzania may be one of the world’s poorest countries but its national parks and game reserves are the crown jewels of Africa. First among equals is the Serengeti, probably the most famous wildlife refuge on the planet, a wilderness the...
Tanzania and its wildlife are absolutely amazing!
My daughter and I went on an 8 day luxury safari through Tanzania Roadside Expeditions. Our private tour went to Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Ezekiel Senkoro was our guide and he was fantastic. I...
A Beautiful and Educational Safari.
We departed from Arusha Bus Stand and enjoyed a relaxing ride to Ngorongoro Crater. The wildlife experience was amazing, so many zebras and wildebeest, plus lions and elephants. The guide explained everything clearly and made the tour...
I would go back in a heartbeat
The three places we went on game drive were all spectacular. The Serengeti national park, the Ngorongoro nature reserve and the Tarangire national park all had their strengths. Ngorongoro for the sheer drama of the landscape. Tarangire for...
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Varied and fabulous
It was an extraordinary start to the trip, in so much that we were car jacked 6 times coming from Kilamanjaro Airport to Arusha on the Moshi Road, but it was then made apparent that it was all due to the elections...Anyway after finding my...