Zanzibar and Tanzania Safari

12 days—This affordable Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Vacation combines Serengeti National Park and top Tanzania safari parks with Zanzibar Island beaches.

$3518-5792 USD

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Safari summary

A fantastic Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Vacation for experiencing the best African wildlife safari and tropical beach getaway on a budget. Explore the best Big 5 national parks of Tanzania - Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara National Park in custom safari vehicles. Then head off the coast of Tanzania to Zanzibar Islands, one of the ultimate tropical beach vacation destinations in Africa. Enjoy the idyllic white-sand beaches, water activities (scuba diving, sailing, boat trips, snorkeling, etc), and exotic spices and cultures of Zanzibar Island.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Lake Manyara Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti

Fine details

Safari highlights

Beaches
Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
Hot air balloons

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Internal flights
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

All drinks
Hot air balloons
International flights
Laundry
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arusha - Tanzania

Your guide collects you from the Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfers you to the 5-star safari lodge in Arusha, northern Tanzania.

5 Star safari lodge in Arusha

Arusha to Lake Manyara

Lake Manyara

Travel to Lake Manyara National Park and take an afternoon game drive with a picnic lunch stop en route.

5 Star tented lodge at Lake Manyara.

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti

Today your guide drives you to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Along the way, you visit Olduvai Gorge and the Olduvai Museum. You can also opt to visit a Maasai village to see Kenya's renowned Maasai tribe. Afternoon game drive to a 5 Star lodge in Serengeti National Park.

5 Star safari lodge or tented lodge in Serengeti

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti

An exciting full-day Serengeti Safari lies ahead. Explore one of the best game reserves in the world, one of Africa's most famous national parks. See an abundance of animals, including the Big 5 of Africa and the Wildebeest Migration (in season).

5 Star Serengeti luxury or tented lodge

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Serengeti

Morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, known for its exceptional big cat (lion, leopard, and cheetah) sightings. Drive via the Malanja Depression and Maasai villages to our next lodge at the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater.

5 Star Ngorongoro Crater lodge

Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara

Embark on an epic 6-hour game drive in the Big 5 Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. This afternoon, visit local Maasai villages and head to our lodge near Lake Manyara.

4 or 5 Star lodge or tented lodge at Lake Manyara

Manyara to Arusha and Zanzibar

After breakfast, your guide drives you through the beautiful Great Rift Valley and the rural village of Mto wa Mbu to Arusha airport. Catch an included flight to Zanzibar Island where our guide collects you from the Zanzibar International Airport. You are then transferred to the luxurious beach resort on the east coast of Zanzibar Island.

5 Star beach resort on Zanzibar Island

East Coast of Zanzibar Island

Relax on the white sand beaches of Zanzibar and go swimming in the warm Indian Ocean. Enjoy the comforts of your luxury Zanzibar beach resort at your leisure.

5 Star beach resort on Zanzibar Island

Zanzibar Beach Resort

Take a spice tour to the spice plantations of Zanzibar to smell, see and taste the exotic spices of the islands, such as turmeric, ginger, black pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

Zanzibar Island Beach Resort

Set off on a boat ride to one of the smaller tropical islands nearby, or go scuba diving and snorkeling in the clear, warm waters of Zanzibar which is famous for its excellent diving.

Zanzibar Beach Resort

Laze on the idyllic white-sand beaches and enjoy a variety of optional activities. From traditional dhow sailing cruises to luxurious spa treatments and village tours.