15 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Holiday Combined

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport where you’ll be warmly welcomed by your safari guide. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha, a vibrant town nestled beneath Mount Meru. Enjoy a leisurely evening with a delicious dinner and safari briefing.

Highlights:

• Airport pickup
• Overnight in Arusha
• Driving Distance: 50 / km (50 Mins)
• Optional town tour or cultural visit (time-permitting)

Depart after breakfast and drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobab trees and large herds of elephants. Enjoy a full-day game drive, observing lions, giraffes, and migratory birds.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive
• Full-day game drive
• Driving Distance: 128 / km (1.30 hour)

Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, a hidden gem known for its diverse ecosystems and tree-climbing lions. Explore the groundwater forest, acacia woodlands, and the lake’s edge where flamingos and hippos gather.

Highlights:

• Morning drive
• Afternoon safari
• Driving Distance: 17 / km (20 Minutes)
• Overnight at lodge on the Rift Valley escarpment

Enjoy a guided visit to a nearby Maasai village or explore the vibrant Mto wa Mbu cultural market. These immersive encounters offer a deeper understanding of local traditions and daily life. While optional, they are highly recommended for travelers seeking meaningful cultural engagement.

Afternoon Journey to the Highlands

After lunch, begin your scenic ascent into the Ngorongoro Highlands. As you climb, the air grows cooler and the landscape transforms, offering panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley and lush highland forests. This transition marks the beginning of a new chapter in your safari adventure.

Highlights:

• Cultural engagement (optional)

• Scenic drive

Driving Distance: 23 km / 20 minutes

Descend 2,000 feet into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural amphitheater teeming with wildlife, including the Big Five. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the hippo pool before returning to the lodge.

Highlights:

• Full-day crater tour
• Lion, rhino, elephant sightings
• Driving Distance: 13 / km (10 Mins)

Depart for the Serengeti National Park, driving through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Enjoy en-route wildlife sightings and lunch before an afternoon game drive in the Central Serengeti.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive with wildlife en route
• Afternoon safari
• Driving Distance: 98 / km (1 Hour)

Spend a full day exploring the Central Serengeti, which is famous for its thriving predator population—including cheetahs, lions, and leopards. This region is rich in wildlife year-round, but depending on the time of year, you may also witness part of the awe-inspiring Great Migration.

Diverse Landscapes and Wildlife Encounters

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive, offering excellent light for photography and increased chances of predator sightings. As the day unfolds, venture into the Serengeti’s iconic granite kopjes and lush riverine areas, where a variety of species gather to feed and drink. Throughout the day, enjoy the ever-changing scenery and wildlife behavior that make this ecosystem so dynamic.

Evening Return to Camp

After an exciting day in the bush, return to your camp for a relaxing evening under the stars. Reflect on the day’s sightings and prepare for the adventures still to come.

Highlights:

• Sunrise game drive

• Explore kopjes and riverine areas

• Overnight at the same camp

Follow the Great Migration

Depending on the season, today’s safari takes you to the heart of the Great Migration—one of nature’s most spectacular events.

June–October: Northern Serengeti Adventure

If you’re traveling between June and October, head north to the Serengeti’s Mara River region. Here, you may witness dramatic river crossings, where wildebeest and zebras brave crocodile-infested waters in search of greener pastures. This is a prime time for predator activity and high-stakes wildlife action.

December–March: Southern Serengeti & Ndutu

Alternatively, if your visit falls between December and March, journey south toward the Serengeti’s Ndutu region. This period marks the calving season, when hundreds of thousands of wildebeest give birth on the open plains. Consequently, predator sightings are frequent, as lions and cheetahs take advantage of the vulnerable young.

Evening in the Migration Zone

No matter the season, your day ends with an overnight stay in a seasonal migration zone. This allows for close proximity to the action and a truly immersive wildlife experience.

Highlights:

• Migration-focused safari

• Scenic landscapes and dramatic wildlife activity

• Overnight in a seasonal migration zone

Driving Distance: 156 km / 2 hours

Enjoy a final game drive before boarding a bush flight to Zanzibar Island. Arrive and transfer to your beach resort along Zanzibar’s stunning coastline.

Highlights:

• Morning safari
• Domestic flight from Serengeti to Zanzibar
• Beach resort check-in
• Catch our one-hour morning flight to Zanzibar

Take the day to unwind on Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches. Swim, snorkel, or sip cocktails by the pool while soaking in the warm ocean breeze.

Highlights:

• Optional water sports
• Spa or yoga sessions

Experience a guided spice plantation tour, learning about Zanzibar’s role in the global spice trade. Continue to Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a walking tour of its winding alleys, historic forts, and vibrant markets.

Highlights:

• Spice tour
• Stone Town cultural tour
• Sunset dinner by the sea

Choose a snorkeling excursion to Mnemba Atoll or a traditional dhow sailing trip. Spot colorful reef fish, dolphins, and pristine coral gardens.

Highlights:

• Full-day ocean adventure
• Beach picnic lunch
• Return to beach resort

Enjoy another relaxing day at your resort. This is a perfect time for optional excursions like a dolphin tour, diving, or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance.

Highlights:

• Flexible schedule
• Optional spa or diving activities

Spend your last full day soaking in the beauty of Zanzibar. Enjoy a romantic sunset cruise or a private beach dinner to mark the end of your journey.

Highlights:

• Free day to relax or explore
• Farewell beach dinner (optional)

After breakfast, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward flight. Carry with you unforgettable memories of your Tanzania safari and beach holiday.