Overview
A 12-day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar ‘s beautiful beaches is one of the most incredible adventures offering unique and incredible attractions. Tanzania offers diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural experiences, while Zanzibar is known for its pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant culture. The trip takes you to various National parks where you will see different animals’ species ranging from the Big five game, among other animals.
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
- Day 2: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
- Day 3-4: Tarangire National Park
- Day 5-6: Serengeti National Park
- Day 7-8: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
- Day 9-10-11: Zanzibar
- Day 12: Departure
Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Take the rest of the day to relax and prepare for your safari adventure.
Accommodation option: Kibo Palace Hotel Arusha
meal plan: Dinner
Day 2: Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park
You will have morning breakfast at the lodge and thereafter, the driver will pick you up and transfer you to Lake Manyara National Park. Arriving in the late morning, you will proceed to the lodge with enroute game drive to see some animals in the park. The park is known for huge lake filled with hued flamingo birds as well as baboons. The park is rich in wildlife including; Elephants, giraffes, buffalos, Zebras, Hippos, and also its known for the tree climbing lions.
Arriving at the lodge, check in for lunch and later afternoon, you can spend it at leisure or go on another game drive to continue with more game viewing and also chances of viewing the flamingo birds. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation; Lake Manyara Sopa lodge(luxury)
Marera Valley Lodge (Mid-range)
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 3-4: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, you will depart for Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds, baobab trees, and diverse birdlife. Enjoy game drives, spot wildlife, and experience the stunning landscapes of the park. Spend two nights in a safari lodge or tented camp.
Accommodation: Nimalia Tarangire, Tarangire tree tops lodge(luxury)
Tarangire Sopa lodge, Tarangire Safari lodge (Mid-range)
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 5-6: Serengeti National Park
Next, you’ll head to Serengeti National Park, one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. Explore the vast plains, witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (depending on the time of year), and encounter abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, cheetahs, and more. you will spend two nights in Serengeti exploring the vast plains and viewing various mammal species.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge, Serengeti Safari lodge(luxury)
Embalakai tented Camp, Serengeti Simba lodge (Mid-range)
Lobo wildlife lodge (Budget)
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 7-8: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
You will have morning breakfast at the lodge, thereafter, Leave the Serengeti and make your way to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Here, you’ll visit the Ngorongoro Crater, a natural wonder and a haven for a wide range of wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive within the crater and marvel at the stunning scenery. Spend two nights in a lodge on the crater rim.
Accommodation option: Ngorongoro crater, Ngorongoro serena safari lodge(luxury)
Ngorongoro Oldeani Mountain lodge (Midrange)
Simba camp site, Rhino lodge (Budget)
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 9-10-11: Zanzibar
Fly from Arusha to Zanzibar and transfer to your beachside resort. Spend the next three days relaxing on Zanzibar’s pristine beaches, swimming in the turquoise waters, and exploring the island’s rich culture and history. Don’t miss Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and consider taking a spice tour or a snorkeling trip to the nearby coral reefs.
Accommodation:
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight or to your preferred location. Marking the end of the 12 days Tanzania safari and the Beach.
End of tour
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Why Book This Tour?
Tour can depart on any day of the week.
Tour can be customized
Transportation in Landcruiser or minivan with pop-up for game viewing
Suitable for solo travelers
Why Book This Tour?
Tour can depart on any day of the week.
Tour can be customized
Transportation in Landcruiser or minivan with pop-up for game viewing
Suitable for solo travelers
Includes
- Accommodation and meals
- Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle or safari land cruiser
- Services of an English-speaking professional guide
- Pick up and drop off
- All park entrance fees
- fees for all activities included in the itinerary
- .Bottled water for the safari
Excludes
- General tips for the driver guide, site guides, and service staff at the lodges
- Accommodation in Arusha after the trip (Arranged on request)
- Laundry Services
- Other Beverages/drinks of personal nature like Alcohol
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Visas
- Optional Activity fees
- Other extras not mentioned in the Itinerary
How To Get There
The trip will start from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Lake Manyara National Park to Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Zanzibar and you will be dropped off at your hotel in Kigali or Zanzibar International Airport after the trip.
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