Here’s a 12-Trip to Tanzania, combining a Romance safari in the northern circuit with a beach escape in Zanzibar:
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Transfer to Arusha for a rest day to acclimate.
Accommodation: Arusha Coffee lodge.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
Morning drive from Arusha to Tarangire National Park (approx. 2 hours).
Activities: Game drive in Tarangire, known for its elephant herds and baobab trees.
Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Day 3: Tarangire National Park
Full-day game drive in Tarangire National Park.
Wildlife: Look out for lions, leopards, buffaloes, and numerous bird species.
Accommodation:Tarangire Safari Lodge
Day 4: Tarangire to Lake Manyara National Park
Drive to Lake Manyara (approx. 1.5 hours).
Activities: Afternoon game drive in Lake Manyara National Park.
Highlights: Scenic views, tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and hippos.
Accommodation: Lake Manyara Secret Lodge
Day 5: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park
Drive to Serengeti National Park via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 5-6 hours).
Stopover at Ngorongoro Crater viewpoint.
Activities: Afternoon game drive in Serengeti as you enter the park.
Accommodation: Serengeti Luxury Retreat
Day 6-7: Serengeti National Park
Full days of game drives in Serengeti National Park.
Highlights: Big Five sightings, Great Migration (season-dependent), and iconic landscapes.
Accommodation: Serengeti Luxury Retreat
Day 8: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Morning game drive in Serengeti, then drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Accommodation: Lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim.
Day 9: Ngorongoro Crater
Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive.
Highlights: Black rhino sightings, rich wildlife concentration, unique landscape.
Drive back to Arusha after the game drive (approx. 4 hours).
Accommodation: Gran Melia
Day 10: Arusha to Zanzibar
Fly from Arusha to Zanzibar (morning flight).
Transfer to your hotel in Stone Town.
Afternoon: Explore Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Accommodation: Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Day 11: Zanzibar Beaches
Transfer to one of Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches, such as Nungwi and Kendwa.
Activities: Relax on the beach, snorkeling, or optional water activities.
Accommodation: Royal Zanzibar Beach
Day 12: Zanzibar Beaches and Departure
Morning: Enjoy the beach or final shopping in Stone Town.
Afternoon transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight.
Packing: Bring layers for safari (mornings can be chilly), and swimwear for Zanzibar.
This itinerary balances adventurous safari days with relaxation on the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar!
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Inclusion
- Park fees
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- All Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
- International flights (from/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.
- Alcohol drinks