Overview
This 9-day Tanzania adventure combines thrilling wildlife safaris with rich cultural experiences and beach relaxation. It begins in Arusha with a warm welcome and briefing before exploring Tarangire, Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater—encountering elephants, lions, and vibrant Maasai traditions along the way. The journey continues with a flight to Zanzibar, where you’ll unwind on the white sands of Paje Beach, tour a spice farm, wander through historic Stone Town, and enjoy optional dolphin encounters before your departure. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and coastal tranquility.
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport, you’ll be welcomed by your safari guide and briefed on your upcoming adventure. After check-in at Tulia Boutique Hotel, spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring Arusha at your leisure.
Activity: Arrival and briefing
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Masailand safari & lodge
Day 2: Game Drive in Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park—home to massive herds of elephants and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy a full-day guided game drive spotting lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and more. In the evening, transfer to Karatu for rest.
Activity: Full-day game drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari lodge
Day 3: Scenic Drive to Serengeti via Maasai Village
After breakfast, drive to Serengeti National Park, passing through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En route, visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their culture and lifestyle. Arrive in the Serengeti for an afternoon game drive.
Activity: Cultural visit & game drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti wildebeest camp
Day 4: Full Day Serengeti Safari
Start the day early with a sunrise game drive, searching for predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. After a bush breakfast and a mid-day break at camp, you may opt for another evening drive or a nature walk with local guides.
Activity: Sunrise and optional evening game drives
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti wildebeest camp, Serengeti
Day 5: Safari in Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, journey to Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Descend into the crater for a game drive in one of Africa’s most wildlife-dense areas. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor.
Activity: Crater tour and game drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari lodge, Karatu
Day 6: Flight to Zanzibar – Beach Check-in
Enjoy sunrise over the highlands before transferring to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to Paje Beach. Relax and unwind by the turquoise ocean and white sandy beach.
Activity: Transfer and beach relaxation
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Paje Beach Hotel and Apartments
Day 7: Stone Town & Spice Tour
Spend the day exploring Zanzibar’s cultural and historical heart. In the morning, enjoy a guided Spice Tour. In the afternoon, walk through Stone Town’s narrow alleys, historic landmarks, and markets.
Activity: Spice farm and Stone Town tours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Paje Beach Hotel and Apartments
Day 8: Dolphin Tour & Beach Leisure
Start your day with an optional dolphin tour, where you may see dolphins in their natural habitat. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on the beach or enjoying hotel amenities.
Activity: Optional dolphin tour and leisure
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Paje Beach Hotel and Apartments
Day 9: Departure from Zanzibar
After a relaxed breakfast, check out and transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your flight. Time permitting, stop at a local craft market for last-minute souvenirs before departure.
Activity: Transfer to airport
Meals: Breakfast
End of tour
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- 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
