10-Day Luxury Wildlife and Zanzibar Beach Escape

Program: Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, our driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Arusha City. Early check-in will be available depending on your flight schedule.

Take advantage of free time to explore Arusha City. If you're interested, we recommend a city tour featuring the Cultural Market, Maasai Market, Arusha Monument, and Art Gallery. After your exploration, you'll be transferred back to your accommodation to enjoy dinner and relax overnight.

Activity of the Day: Airport transfer and optional city tour

Accommodation

Arusha Planet Lodge Lodge Mid-range

+6 +5

Begin your day with a 7:00 AM pick-up from your hotel as we head to Tarangire National Park. The drive will take approximately 2 hours, depending on road conditions.

Tarangire National Park is renowned for its impressive elephant herds and diverse landscapes, ranging from seasonal swamps to open savanna. The Tarangire River, the park’s lifeline during the dry season, attracts a variety of wildlife. Be on the lookout for lions stalking their prey or leopards resting in the trees.

Enjoy an exhilarating wildlife game drive and immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the park.

Day Activity 1 activity

Game Drive Explore national parks on guided game drives to spot wildlife in their natural habitat.

Accommodation

Marera Valley Lodge Lodge Mid-range

+5 +4

Over these two days, you will fully explore the wonders of Serengeti National Park.

Central Serengeti is celebrated for its exceptional year-round game drives, providing frequent sightings of predators such as leopards, lions, and cheetahs thriving in their natural habitat. This iconic park is one of the largest in Tanzania, with breathtakingly diverse landscapes that include grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannahs, and mountains.

The Serengeti is most famous for hosting the Great Migration, a spectacle of vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes moving in search of fresh pastures and water. Depending on the season, you might witness this extraordinary phenomenon, along with the many resident animals that call the Serengeti home.

Day Activity 1 activity

Game Drive Explore national parks on guided game drives to spot wildlife in their natural habitat.

Accommodation

Kontiki Central Serengeti Camp Tented Camp Mid-range

Inside Park Serengeti National Park

+6 +5

Central Serengeti is celebrated for its exceptional year-round game drives, providing frequent sightings of predators such as leopards, lions, and cheetahs thriving in their natural habitat. This iconic park is one of the largest in Tanzania, with breathtakingly diverse landscapes that include grassy plains, swamps, lakes, savannahs, and mountains.

The Serengeti is most famous for hosting the Great Migration, a spectacle of vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes moving in search of fresh pastures and water. Depending on the season, you might witness this extraordinary phenomenon, along with the many resident animals that call the Serengeti home.

Day Activities 2 activities

Game Drive Explore national parks on guided game drives to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Great Migration Witness one of Africa’s greatest wildlife spectacles as millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the Serengeti and...

Accommodation

Kontiki Central Serengeti Camp Tented Camp Mid-range

Inside Park Serengeti National Park

+6 +5

Program: Begin your day with an early breakfast around 6:30 am, followed by a journey to the remarkable Ngorongoro Crater. Your guide will descend into the crater for a morning game drive, an ideal time to explore as the early hours offer stunning views and active wildlife, perfect for photography and wildlife sightings.

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to the world’s largest uninterrupted caldera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of Africa's natural wonders. This unique habitat supports a permanent population of approximately 30,000 large mammals, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos. The area is also a haven for bird enthusiasts, with species such as flamingos, eagles, and buzzards. You'll encounter an abundance of wildlife within a short span of time.

Day Activities 5 activities

Game Drive Explore national parks on guided game drives to spot wildlife in their natural habitat. Olduvai Gorge Visit See where some of the earliest human remains were found. Community Visit Meet local people and see how they live, work and celebrate. Hadzabe & Datoga Cultural Visit Meet the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers and Datoga blacksmiths near Lake Eyasi. Cultural Village Visit Meet local people and learn about daily life and traditions.

Accommodation

Marera Valley Lodge Lodge Mid-range

+5 +4

Program: Today marks the transition from your thrilling safari adventure to the tranquil beaches of Zanzibar. After breakfast, spend your morning relaxing at the lodge. If time permits, you may explore Karatu town for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing before departing for Arusha Airport.

Your flight to Zanzibar is scheduled for the afternoon, offering scenic aerial views en route. Upon arrival at Zanzibar Airport, our driver will meet you for a private transfer to your hotel, where you can begin unwinding in the serene beachside environment.

Activity of the Day: Flight to Zanzibar and beach relaxation.

Day Activities 3 activities

Beach & Safari Experience the perfect blend of thrilling wildlife safaris and relaxing beach escapes in one unforgettable journey. Zanzibar Spice Tour Walk through spice farms and taste cloves, cinnamon, vanilla and tropical fruit. Prison Island Tour Visit the giant Aldabra tortoises and the old island fortress.

Accommodation

The Mora Zanzibar Hotel Luxury

+7 +6

Program: Spend your days unwinding on Zanzibar’s stunning, unspoiled beaches, where the warm ocean breeze and pristine sands create the perfect atmosphere for relaxation. For those seeking adventure, optional activities such as the Spice Tour, Stone Town Tour, Prison Island Excursion, or Dolphin Tour can be arranged at an additional cost, offering unique insights into Zanzibar’s rich culture and history.

Zanzibar, the jewel of Tanzania’s archipelago, is renowned for its fascinating history, with Stone Town standing out as a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing a blend of Swahili and Islamic influences.

Activity of the Day: Relaxation (Optional tours available)

Day Activities 3 activities

Prison Island Tour Visit the giant Aldabra tortoises and the old island fortress. Jozani Forest Red Colobus Walk Walk the forest trails to meet the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkeys. Dolphin Swim at Kizimkazi Join a morning boat trip to see wild dolphins.

Accommodation

The Mora Zanzibar Hotel Luxury

+7 +6

Program: During your stay, you’ll have plenty of time to relax on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, where you can soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful ocean views. For those who prefer a bit of exploration, optional activities are available, including a Spice Tour, Stone Town Tour, Prison Island excursion, or a Dolphin Tour, all at an additional cost.

Zanzibar is the main island of the Tanzanian archipelago, made up of Unguja and Pemba Island, as well as several smaller islands. The island is steeped in history, with Stone Town standing as a significant historical trade center influenced by both Swahili and Islamic cultures.

Activity of the Day: Relaxation (Optional activities available)

Accommodation

The Mora Zanzibar Hotel Luxury

+7 +6

Program: During your stay, you’ll have plenty of time to relax on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, where you can soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful ocean views. For those who prefer a bit of exploration, optional activities are available, including a Spice Tour, Stone Town Tour, Prison Island excursion, or a Dolphin Tour, all at an additional cost.

Zanzibar is the main island of the Tanzanian archipelago, made up of Unguja and Pemba Island, as well as several smaller islands. The island is steeped in history, with Stone Town standing as a significant historical trade center influenced by both Swahili and Islamic cultures.

Activity of the Day: Relaxation (Optional activities available)

Day Activities 4 activities

Zanzibar Spice Tour Walk through spice farms and taste cloves, cinnamon, vanilla and tropical fruit. Prison Island Tour Visit the giant Aldabra tortoises and the old island fortress. Jozani Forest Red Colobus Walk Walk the forest trails to meet the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkeys. Stone Town Walking Tour Explore the alleys, markets and history of this UNESCO World Heritage old town.

Accommodation

The Mora Zanzibar Hotel Luxury

+7 +6

Program: Make the most of your final hours at the resort, enjoying the serene surroundings and perhaps taking one last stroll along the beach. Afterward, we will pick you up from the resort and transfer you to Zanzibar Airport in time for your departure.