Our Tanzania safari tours from Zanzibar offer a perfect mix of beach relaxation and exciting wildlife adventures. We’ve designed packages that allow you to enjoy Zanzibar’s beautiful beaches before flying to the mainland to explore Tanzania’s top national parks. This unique combination offers a diverse travel experience, blending tropical serenity with the thrill of a safari.
While Zanzibar is famous for its beaches and Jozani Forest, home to the red colobus monkeys, it’s not typically known for safaris. Our tours provide a smooth transition from Zanzibar to the mainland, where you can explore the well-known Northern and Southern Tanzania Safari Circuits, rich in wildlife and natural beauty.
The Northern Circuit includes visits to Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park, and Lake Manyara, offering an unforgettable safari experience. Alternatively, the Southern Circuit provides a quieter, more remote safari experience in parks like Ruaha and Selous Game Reserve.
Our safaris from Zanzibar offer private tours that can be tailored to your schedule, budget, and preferences. Whether you want a personalized adventure experience, we can help you plan the perfect safari tour.
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Mainland Tanzania’s northern parks are a top choice for a Tanzania safari from Zanzibar. Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater are highly recommended. These iconic spots are near Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Parks, which offer additional wildlife viewing opportunities if time allows. To fully experience these four parks, plan for at least a 10-day trip.
Alternatively, you can head south to Nyerere National Park, known for its diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife, especially elephants and lions. Visiting Nyerere requires at least an additional 3 days. With extra time, consider adding Mikumi and Ruaha National Parks for a more immersive wilderness adventure.
Your safari duration depends on your interests and chosen parks. With 3 to 4 days, focus on one central park, such as Nyerere or the Serengeti. You can add parks like Ngorongoro or Lake Manyara if you have more time. A 10-day trip is ideal for exploring the northern circuit or multiple southern parks.
Consider booking a combined Tanzania safari and Zanzibar package for a seamless experience. Many travellers combine a Zanzibar beach holiday with a safari, and packages are designed for this purpose. Minimizing flights can also help reduce safari costs.
Yes, visiting the Serengeti from Zanzibar is very popular. Many tour packages include both destinations. Usually, you’ll fly from Zanzibar to Arusha, then take another short flight to an airstrip in the Serengeti.
Alternatively, you can drive from Arusha to the Serengeti, with stops at Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater, although this requires additional time. The Serengeti is known for its incredible wildlife, making it one of Africa’s top safari destinations.
The Great Migration in the Serengeti is particularly exciting, happening in stages from January to September. However, you can enjoy wildlife sightings year-round, with big cats, elephants, and other species always visible.
A fly-in safari is the most efficient way to get from Zanzibar to the mainland parks. Although ferry services connect Zanzibar to the mainland, flying is faster and more convenient.
Most visitors fly from Zanzibar to either Arusha or Dar es Salaam and then take another flight to their chosen park. While air travel is pricier than driving, it saves time, allowing you to focus on safari activities. Plus, flying offers stunning aerial views of Tanzania’s landscapes and wildlife, adding a unique experience to your trip.
Costs for a safari from Zanzibar vary, but expect to spend at least USD 300 per person per day, with luxury packages costing up to three times as much. Factors that affect pricing include accommodation type, number of flights, safari length, travel season (high season is more expensive), and whether you opt for a luxury safari.
Staying in luxury tented camps will increase costs, and frequent flights can add to the expense. A luxury safari is more costly than a mid-range option.
A classic safari experience is not possible on Zanzibar Island. While there are small wildlife parks, they resemble zoos and don’t offer the same experience as an authentic mainland safari.
To enjoy an authentic safari, speak to your tour operator about mainland options accessible from Zanzibar. Knowing which animals you’d like to see can help narrow the destinations. If you’re interested in big cats and elephants, consider visiting the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, or Nyerere. Gombe and Mahale Mountains National Parks in western Tanzania are ideal for chimpanzee trekking.
