Duration:
14 Days
Budget:
Starting From 7800$
Package Type:
Tanzania Luxury Safari
location:
Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater
14 Days Tanzania Wildlife Safari & Zanzibar Beach Vacation
This 14-day adventure combines an exciting wildlife safari in Tanzania’s top national parks with a relaxing beach escape in Zanzibar. You’ll explore the rich biodiversity of Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara, encountering the Big Five and witnessing the Great Migration (seasonal). After the safari, unwind on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches, explore historic Stone Town, and experience the island’s unique culture and spice plantations.
The safari offers thrilling game drives, scenic landscapes, and diverse ecosystems, while the Zanzibar portion provides a mix of relaxation and cultural exploration. This itinerary is perfect for those seeking the best of Tanzania—wildlife, nature, and the Indian Ocean’s tropical beauty.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha, where you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. After a safari briefing, relax or explore the city with an optional tour.
Overnight at Outpost Lodge in Arusha
Bed and Breakfast meal include
Day 2: Arusha National Park
After breakfast, drive to Arusha National Park for a game drive and an optional walking safari. Explore Momella Lakes, home to flamingos and hippos, and enjoy views of Mount Meru. Spot giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and various primates. Return to Arusha for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Tulia lodge in Arusha
Bed and Breakfast meal include
Day 3: Tarangire National Park
Depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, spotting lions, leopards, giraffes, and numerous bird species. In the evening, transfer to your lodge/camp near Tarangire for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Sangaiwe tented lodge
All meals included
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, drive to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, from dense forests to open plains and the lake itself. Enjoy a game drive, looking for elephants, hippos, and flamingos. In the afternoon, transfer to your lodge in Karatu for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Fanaka Lodge
All meals include.
Day 5: Drive to Lake Natron
Travel to Lake Natron, a remote, volcanic landscape at the base of Ol Doinyo Lengai. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch, then visit the lake to see thousands of flamingos against the backdrop of the Rift Valley. Relax at your lodge/camp in the evening.
Overnight at Lengai Lodge
All meals include.
Day 6: Lake Natron – Waterfalls & Hike
After breakfast, take a guided walk to the Ngare Sero Waterfalls, passing through rocky canyons. Optional early morning hike to the base of Ol Doinyo Lengai for incredible sunrise views. Spend the afternoon exploring or relaxing before returning to your lodge.
Overnight at Lengai Lodge
All meals include.
Day 7: Lake Natron to Serengeti National Park
Leave Lake Natron and travel to Serengeti National Park, arriving in time for an afternoon game drive. Explore the vast plains, home to lions, cheetahs, leopards, and, depending on the season, the Great Migration. Overnight at a lodge/camp in Serengeti.
Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp
All meals include.
Day 8: Full-Day Serengeti Safari
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Spot predators in action and enjoy stunning landscapes. Optional hot air balloon safari available. Return to your lodge/camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp
All meals include.
Day 9: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before heading to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at Olduvai Gorge (optional) to learn about early human history. Arrive at the crater rim for relaxation and sunset views. Dinner and overnight at a lodge/camp near the crater.
Overnight at Eileen’s Trees Inn
All meals include.
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, encountering the Big Five and a variety of other wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before ascending and heading back to Arusha then fly to Zanzibar for Overnight stay in Stone Town
Overnight at Tembo Hotel in Stone Town
Bed and Breakfast meal include
Day 11:Zanzibar & Stone Town Tour
Upon arrival, take a guided Stone Town Tour, exploring its historic alleys, markets, and cultural sites. Visit the Old Fort, House of Wonders, and local spice markets. Overnight in a Stone Town hotel.
Overnight at Tembo Hotel in Stone Town
Bed and Breakfast meal include
Day 12-13: Zanzibar Beach Leisure
Spend two full days unwinding on Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches. Optional activities include snorkeling, diving, dhow sailing, or visiting Mnemba Atoll.
Overnight at East Coast Beach Hotels
Bed and Breakfast meal include
Day 14: Departure from Zanzibar
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a final morning by the beach before transferring to the airport for departure.
