Five Day Safari From Zanzibar
5 days—Five Days Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar – Extended Wildlife Experience in Northern Tanzania
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Safari summary
This 5 Day Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar is an extended mainland wildlife experience designed for travelers who want more time in Tanzania’s top national parks after a Zanzibar beach holiday. The safari begins with a domestic flight from Zanzibar to Arusha, followed by a guided road safari through Northern Tanzania, visiting Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater.
With additional nights in the Serengeti, this itinerary allows deeper wildlife exploration, longer game drives, and higher chances of seeing big cats and diverse ecosystems, all without internal fly-in transfers between parks. It is an ideal option for Zanzibar holidaymakers seeking a well-paced, immersive Tanzania safari that balances comfort, wildlife density, and scenic variety.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Internal flights
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Day 1: From Zanzibar – Tarangire
Your 5 Day Tanzania Safari from Zanzibar begins with a morning domestic flight from Zanzibar to Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport. Upon arrival, you are warmly welcomed by your professional safari driver-guide, who will brief you on the journey ahead before departing toward Tarangire National Park. The drive introduces you to Northern Tanzania’s changing landscapes, from rolling plains to scattered acacia woodland, setting the tone for your mainland safari adventure.
Heart and Soul Lodge Migombani campsite
Day2: Tarangire NP to Serengeti NP
After an early breakfast, depart Tarangire and begin your scenic drive toward the world-famous Serengeti National Park. The journey passes through diverse landscapes, gradually opening into the vast plains that define the Serengeti ecosystem. As you enter the park, wildlife viewing begins immediately. The morning hours are ideal for spotting predators returning from hunts and herbivores grazing across the open savannah.
Narudi Tented camp
Day3: Serengeti National Park
Start the day early with a sunrise game drive across the Serengeti plains, one of the most rewarding times for wildlife viewing. Predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs are often active in the cooler morning hours, offering exceptional sighting opportunities. Your guide follows fresh tracks and known hunting zones, increasing the chances of witnessing natural predator–prey interactions in action.
Narudi Tented Camp
Day 4: Serengeti →Ngorongoro Crater
Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, taking advantage of the last opportunity to explore this iconic park. Morning hours are ideal for spotting predators concluding their hunts and herbivores grazing across the open plains. This final drive allows your guide to focus on any wildlife you may wish to see again, offering a personalized and unhurried experience before leaving the Serengeti.
Heart and Soul Lodge Migombani campsite
Day 5: Ngorongoro → Arusha
After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense ecosystems. The crater floor hosts an extraordinary concentration of animals year-round, making morning game drives particularly rewarding. Expect to encounter lions, buffalo, elephants, hippos, zebras, wildebeest, and, with some luck, the rare black rhinoceros. The enclosed nature of the crater allows continuous wildlife viewing in a compact area.
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