The 11-Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Package 2025 uniquely blend thrilling safari adventure with a serene beach vacation. Your journey begins with exploring the Serengeti, a world-famous national park teeming with diverse wildlife, including the iconic Big Five.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the African wilderness through exhilarating game drives and walks. The adventure doesn’t end there. You’ll then head to the exotic spice island of Zanzibar, where you’ll be treated to five nights of unparalleled luxury at a resort nestled on a pristine white-sand beach. Dive into the vibrant coral reefs of the Indian Ocean, a sight to behold during your stay.
| Day 1 | Arrival, transfer to the hotel | Masailand Lodge |
| Day 2 | A Full Day at Tarangire National Park | Bougainvillea Safari Lodge |
| Day 3-4 | Two days at Serengeti National Park | Baobab Serengeti Camp
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| Day 5 | A full day at Ngorongoro Crater | Country Lodge
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| Day 6 | Country Lodge to Arusha Airport, then to Zanzibar | Amaan Beach Bungalows
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| Day 7 | Fun beach experience at Amaan Beach Bungalows | Amaan Beach Bungalows
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| Day 8-10 | Days of Leisure in Zanzibar | Aluna Paje Hotel
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| Day 11 | Depart from Zanzibar to home | N/A
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Day by Day Safari Itinerary
Day 01: Pick up from the airport, then transfer to the hotel
Start your journey from anywhere worldwide and touch down at Kilimanjaro International Airport. After greeting you, our professional tour guide will cheer you up and drive you to your hotel. You can also discuss details in your safari itinerary or anything else you wish to do. Your hotel, Masailand Safari Lodge, is situated on the slopes of Mount Meru, and it will take you just 50 minutes to arrive there.
Optional Activities:
Arusha City Tour
Canoeing at Lake Duluti
Materuni Waterfalls Visit
Kikuletwa Hot Springs visit
Accommodation: Masailand Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 02: Full-day game drive at Tarangire National Park
Wake up after a night of sweet dreams in your lodge, and have a buffet breakfast before you drive to Tarangire National Park. Tarangire National Park is arguably a glamorous wildlife destination, enriched with abundant wildlife, birds, and ancient baobab trees. The number of wild animals and bird species is staggering, as this park is home to over 2000 large animals and over 550 bird species. Ancient baobab trees are a unique feature of this park since some are up to 300 hundred years old.
Optional Activities:
Balloon Safari
Visit Maasai Community Visit
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3-4: Two days for exploring Serengeti National Park
On this day, you will start your journey early in the morning, have a relaxed breakfast, and drive from Karatu to Serengeti National Park. Depending on the travel time and personal interests, you can taste the Great Migration or view the Big Five. The northern Serengeti is home to the spectacular Mara River crossing. You will spend your night at North Baobab Serengeti Camp.
The second day in Serengeti can be spent in Central Serengeti, where you can aim to see all the Big Five. You will also spot the Big Cats in the rock outcrops of central Serengeti. Your night will be excellent at Central Baobab Serengeti Camp.
Accommodation: Baobab Serengeti Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Descending into “Africa’s Garden of Eden,” the iconic Ngorongoro Crater
You will have a buffet breakfast at your camp before you drive from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater. You will then have a full-day game drive inside this beautiful crater. Encounter various wild animals, birds, and spectacular landscapes. You may also have the chance to view the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and black rhino). Explore other beautiful features of this largest intact caldera, including Lake Magadi. You can view some fantastic sunset views from the crater rim. These are just a few experiences you can enjoy while in the crater.
Optional Activities:
Olduvai Gorge Museum Visit
A guided walking safari
Accommodation: Country Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Transfer from Farm of Dreams Lodge to the airport, then to Zanzibar
On this day, you will drive from Country Lodge to the airport. Your ride to the airport will be filled with exceptional views of nature, plantations, hills, and villages. Upon arriving at the airport, you will be transferred to Zanzibar on a scheduled flight and touched down at Abeid Karume International Airport. After arriving in Zanzibar, you will spend your first night at Amaan Beach Bungalows.
Optional activities:
Bike tour at Mto wa Mbu
Cultural tourism
Accommodation: Amaan Beach Bungalows
Meal Plan: Half-Board
Day 7: Having a fun beach experience at Amaan Beach Bungalows
You will commence your relaxed beach safari with a day of pure relaxation and fun at Amaan Beach Bungalows. With its beautiful coastal location, you will have enough time to relax on the beach and dip in the azure waters while waiting for delicious local cuisine prepared by highly experienced chefs. You will then return to the same resort for another night on this beach. This day is a perfect blend of leisure and seaside enjoyment.
Accommodation: Amaan Beach Bungalows
Meal Plan: Half-Board
Day 8-10: Final days of leisure at Zanzibar
You will have a morning wake-up call at Amaan Beach Bungalows, followed by a local Tanzanian breakfast, including spiced tea (one of Zanzibar’s favorites). After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and immediately be transferred to the Aluna Paje Hotel.
You will then start your three leisure days in Zanzibar with a spice tour exploration. A guided tour of spice farms introduces guests to Zanzibar’s aromatic treasures. This is also a chance to meet and socialize with Zanzibar’s indigenous people. In the evening, return to the luxurious Aluna Paje Hotel, nestled in tranquility, for a serene and comfortable night.
The remaining days will allow you to fully embrace the island’s paradise. Whether you choose to relax at the resort’s exclusive amenities, try a sailing adventure on Zanzibar’s traditional dhows, or explore the unique flora and fauna of Jozani Forest, it is all up to you to choose. During the three days of leisure at Zanzibar, Aluna Paje Hotel offers a perfect base at night, with several activities.
Accommodation: Aluna Paje Hotel
Meal Plan: Half-Board
Day 11: Depart from Zanzibar back home
Your last day of the safari will begin with a tasty breakfast at the resort. This breakfast will be uniquely prepared, allowing you to savor your last moments in Zanzibar and Tanzania. After breakfast, you will have optional leisure time (depending on your departure flight schedule). This is a chance to revisit your favorite spots or enjoy the resort’s amenities while waiting for your flight. Setting off to the airport will then mean the end of your program.
Welcome to Tanzania again! Karibu Tena Tanzania!
The cost includes the following items.
- All entrance fees to the National Parks
- All accommodations before and while on Safari except the last day.
- All transportation (Airport pick-up/drop-off) on a 4 x 4-wheel drive.
- All meals as per the above itinerary
- Professional English-Speaking Safari Guide (We also provide other languages such as Spanish, German, Francophone, Italian, and Chinese Safari guides)
- Unlimited mineral drinking water.
- Domestic Flight to Zanzibar from Arusha Airport.
- All government taxes.
Excludes
- International flight tickets
- Visa fee (for American citizens 100$ and other nationals 50$)
- Tips for driver guide and any other who make your trip memorable (Non-compulsory)
- Personal spending money
- Optional activities, like Hot-air balloons, typically cost 550$ per person
- Accommodation after Safari.
- Other drinks other than drinking water.
