Amazing Safari & Beach
12 Days Amazing Safari & Beach - The Ultimate Tanzania Experience
$10100-102000 USD
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Safari summary
This spectacular 12-day itinerary is Tanzania’s most complete experience, combining the very best of East Africa’s wildlife with the pure bliss of Zanzibar’s turquoise Indian Ocean shores. For nine days, your private 4×4 Land Cruiser takes you deep into four of Tanzania’s most celebrated parks and conservation areas, including the elephant-packed corridors of Tarangire, the vast plains of the Serengeti, the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, and the flamingo-fringed shores of Lake Manyara.
Then, as your final chapter, a domestic flight whisks you to the legendary Spice Island of Zanzibar, where pristine white-sand beaches, coral reefs teeming with marine life, the ancient lanes of Stone Town, and swaying palm trees bring your Tanzania adventure to the most perfect of conclusions.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Beaches
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Internal flights
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
- Tips and gratuities
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Meals
- Park fees
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Private vehicle and driver
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Kilimanjaro International airport
Kilimanjaro
Your Tanzania adventure begins at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your dedicated Wildflip Safaris driver greets you warmly and transfers you in comfort to your hotel in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a welcome lunch and a gentle stroll through the vibrant city streets,offering introduction to the warmth of East Africa. Spend the evening relaxing over dinner at the hotel, getting acquainted with your guide, and reviewing the extraordinary 12 days that lie ahead.
Arusha planet lodge
Arusha → Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, set out for Tarangire National Park, a spectacular and uncrowded safari destination. Follow the Tarangire River through Acacia woodland and ancient Baobabs, home to some of Tanzania’s largest elephant herds. Spot lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and rare species such as Greater Kudu. With over 550 bird species, Tarangire is a birder’s paradise. Enjoy a full afternoon game drive before heading to your lodge in Karatu.
farm of dream
Karatu → Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
After breakfast, drive west through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area into the vast Serengeti National Park. “Siringet,” meaning endless plains, perfectly describes this spectacular wilderness. Watch herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles roam the grasslands, pursued by lions and cheetahs. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the plains before an afternoon game drive to your tented camp. As night falls, listen to the unforgettable sounds of lions, hyenas, and insects surrounding your camp.
Kon Tiki Tented Camp
Full Day game drive
Serengeti
Rise at dawn and head into the Central Serengeti, the heart of this remarkable ecosystem. Visit the legendary Hippo Pool, where hippos and Nile crocodiles gather, while distant lion roars echo across the plains. Explore iconic kopjes, volcanic outcrops where lions, leopards, and cheetahs thrive. Spend the full day following the action, from thrilling cheetah chases and leopard sightings to vast herds of wildebeest moving across the endless plains.
kontiki game drive
Full Day game drive
Serengeti
Head north through the Serengeti toward the legendary Mara River corridor, famed for the dramatic Great Migration crossings. During migration season, thousands of wildebeest brave crocodile-filled waters in an unforgettable spectacle. Beyond the river, explore rocky hills, riverine woodland, and vast grasslands rich with wildlife. Watch elephants, lions, and giraffes in their natural habitat before returning to camp for a breathtaking sunset over the endless Serengeti horizon.
kon tiki
Serengeti → Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater
Drive east through changing landscapes to the forested rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend 600 metres into the crater for an unforgettable game drive across its wildlife-rich floor. Spot black rhinos, lions, hyenas, elephants, cheetahs, buffalo, wildebeest, and zebra. Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by wildlife before ascending to your lodge on the crater rim, overlooking this extraordinary natural wonder.
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Lake Manyara National Park → Arusha
Arusha | Lake Manyara
Your final safari day takes you to lush Lake Manyara National Park, beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Explore its diverse habitats, from groundwater forests and floodplains to the alkaline lake. Spot the park’s famous tree-climbing lions, vast elephant herds, and giraffes, buffalo, and impala. Along the shoreline, flamingos, pelicans, storks, and herons create a spectacular display. After a memorable game drive, continue to Arusha for your final night before flying to Zanzibar.
Kahawa House, Arusha
Arrival & Beach Check-In
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar, the legendary Spice Island. Trade the golden plains for white-sand beaches and turquoise Indian Ocean waters. On arrival, transfer to your beachfront hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure. Swim in the warm sea, sip fresh coconut water beneath swaying palms, or simply relax by the shore. After your safari adventure, this is the perfect opportunity to unwind and embrace Zanzibar’s tropical paradise.
Beachfront Resort, Zanzibar
Stone Town Cultural Tour & Spice
Discover Zanzibar’s rich heritage with a guided walk through Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with carved doors, bustling bazaars, ancient mosques, and coral-stone buildings. Visit the former slave market, Old Fort, and vibrant markets before enjoying local seafood. In the afternoon, explore a traditional spice farm, discovering cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, and black pepper in lush tropical gardens.
Beachfront Resort, Zanzibar
Mnemba Atoll Snorkelling
Enjoy a day of aquatic bliss as you sail by traditional dhow to the pristine waters of Mnemba Atoll. Snorkel among vibrant coral gardens teeming with tropical fish, rays, and turtles, with the chance to spot a whale shark. Relax on a secluded sandbank while a fresh seafood barbecue is prepared. Later, sail back along Zanzibar’s turquoise coast as the golden sun sets over the Indian Ocean, creating a perfect end to the day.
Beachfront Resort
Zanzibar - Leisure Beach Day
Your final full day in Tanzania is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Sleep in, savour a leisurely breakfast, and relax beside the sparkling Indian Ocean. Spend the day reading under a palm-thatched umbrella, kayaking, enjoying a beach massage, or cycling through nearby fishing villages. Take one final swim in Zanzibar’s warm turquoise waters before a farewell dinner at your resort, celebrating an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, wildlife, and paradise.
Beachfront Resort
Zanzibar - Departure
After a final breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean, transfer to Zanzibar’s Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your onward flight. Leave Tanzania carrying unforgettable memories: lion calls across the Serengeti, the stillness of Ngorongoro, the aromas of Stone Town, and Zanzibar’s dazzling turquoise waters. From thrilling wildlife and ancient culture to pristine beaches, Tanzania offers extraordinary experiences that stay with you long after you leave.
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