12-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari and Zanzibar Vacation

TRIP OVERVIEW

This luxury safari is perfect for nature lovers who want the very best safari experience combined with time to relax on the beach.

Begin your journey in Arusha, where you can enjoy the region’s famous coffee. Head to Tarangire National Park to see its large elephant herds, then marvel at the incredible Ngorongoro Crater, one of the natural wonders of Africa. Continue to the Serengeti, home to rich wildlife and endless plains. Here you can even enjoy a magical hot air balloon ride at sunrise for breathtaking views.

Finally, unwind on the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar, soaking up the sun and the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. With your private 4×4 safari vehicle and expert driver-guide, every part of your journey is designed for comfort, adventure, and unforgettable memories.

ITINERARy

Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport & Transfer to Arusha

Upon landing at Kilimanjaro International Airport, start your Tanzanian journey with a warm welcome from your guide, greeting you with ‘Karibu Tanzania – welcome to Tanzania!’ You’ll then be escorted to your hotel, where you can unwind and settle into the African rhythm.

The following day, embark on a bespoke private safari in your jeep. This personalized experience allows you to explore the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of Tanzania at your own pace. Take your time to observe the animals in their natural habitat, creating unforgettable memories in the heart of Africa.

Main Destination: Arusha (City)

Best time to visit: Any time

High Season: All year round

Best Weather: Any time

Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge – a luxury+ lodge located in or near Arusha

Meals & Drinks: Drinking water (Other drinks not included) Meals at own expense

Day 2: City Tour & Coffee Making Tour

Spend a peaceful day at your lodge, lounging by the pool with your favorite drink in hand, or venture out to discover what Arusha has to offer. You can immerse yourself in local culture with a guided city tour, enjoy the thrill of a mountain bike adventure, or find unique keepsakes at a traditional Maasai market.

Don’t miss the Arusha Coffee Tour, a delightful journey through the world of coffee cultivation. Learn about the process from bean to cup and savor the rich flavors during a coffee tasting session. Whether you choose to relax at the lodge or explore the vibrant surroundings, this day promises to enrich your Tanzanian adventure.

Main Destination: Arusha (City)

Best time to visit: Any Time

High Season: All Year round

Best Weather: Any Time

Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge – a luxury lodge located in Arusha

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Start with breakfast in Arusha, then head to Tarangire National Park with Bush 2 City Adventure. Enjoy lunch at the elegant Tarangire Treetops Lodge, followed by an afternoon safari drive, spotting elephants, lions, leopards, and giraffes. End the day with a special dinner at the lodge, possibly viewing animals at the nearby waterhole, making for an unforgettable experience in Tanzania.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park (Tarangire)

Best Time to Visit: June to October (Animals come to the river)

High Season: June to October (The Park is full of tourists.)

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Accommodation: Elewana Tarangire Treetops—a luxury lodge located just outside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4: Tarangire National Park Tour & Walking Safari

Experience a Tanzanian safari and witness a stunning sunrise in Tarangire National Park. Known for its large elephants and towering baobab trees, this park offers a unique natural spectacle. The baobabs serve as a vital water source for elephants during dry periods. Imagine seeing up to 250 elephants congregating near the Tarangire River, their lifeline in the arid landscape. This remarkable gathering of elephants makes Tarangire an exceptional destination for an unforgettable African adventure.

Main Destination: Tarangire National Park (Tarangire)

Best time to visit: June to October (Animals come to the river)

High Season: June to October (The Park is full of tourists)

Best Weather: June to October (Little rainfall)

Accommodation: Elewana Tarangire Treetops – a luxury+ lodge located just outside Tarangire NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Optional Activities: Night Game Drive Night $250 per person

Book and pay with us before trip. Sun Downer Cocktail Evening $100 per person Book and pay with us before trip

Day 5: Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Kick off your day with an exciting morning safari in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, where you’ll encounter diverse wildlife and witness the beauty of the sunrise. After exploring, return to your lodge for a delicious breakfast. Then, enjoy a scenic drive to the renowned Ngorongoro Crater, arriving just in time for a leisurely lunch with spectacular views of the crater. Spend the afternoon unwinding and soaking in the tranquil surroundings of one of Tanzania’s most iconic locations. Your day combines the thrill of a Tarangire safari with the serene beauty of Ngorongoro.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Best Time to Visit: June to February (Areas are best at different times)

High Season: July to March (expect crowds in wildlife parks)

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Accommodation: Sanctuary Ngorongoro Camp – a luxury+ lodge located on Ngorongoro crater rim

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6: Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Start your day with a journey to the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s seven natural wonders. This ancient volcanic caldera, formed two million years ago, is a verdant wildlife sanctuary with the highest density of animals on the continent. After enjoying breakfast, descend to the crater floor and prepare to be captivated by the diverse wildlife – from proud lions and graceful zebras to sturdy buffaloes and elusive black rhinos. Each corner of the crater offers stunning vistas and unforgettable wildlife encounters, making Ngorongoro a paradise for nature and animal enthusiasts. Experience more than just a safari in this unspoiled African wonderland.

Main Destination: Ngorongoro Crater

Best time to visit: June to February (Areas are best at different times)

High Season: July to March (expect crowds in wildlife parks)

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Accommodation: Sanctuary Ngorongoro Camp – a luxury+ lodge located in Ngorongoro crater rim

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 7: Transfer to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, we’ll head to the Serengeti, about 145 kilometers away, a drive of roughly 3 and a half hours. Once we get there, we’ll have lunch and then go on an afternoon safari. The Serengeti is famous for its huge, open plains that amaze everyone, especially if it’s your first visit. Over the next few days, we’ll see lots of different animals in this amazing place. Every safari drive here is a new adventure, filled with surprises from the wild. You’ll see many animals and beautiful scenes that change with the light of day. Remember to take photos, but also to just look around and enjoy the beauty of nature all around you. After a day full of adventure, we’ll go back to our lodge for dinner and to sleep overnight.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Best Time to Visit: June to February (Areas are best at different times)

High Season: July to March (expect crowds in wildlife parks)

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti – a luxury+ tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 8: Serengeti National Park

Experience a day of adventure in the vast Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, renowned for its rich wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Embark on game drives to see migrating herds, lions, cheetahs, and leopards, guided by your expert. Traverse different areas of the park, stopping for a picnic lunch in this picturesque landscape. A highlight of your safari will be the stunning Serengeti sunset.

Main Destination: Serengeti National Park

Best Time to Visit: June to February (Areas are best at different times)

High Season: July to March (expect crowds in wildlife parks)

Best Weather: June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti – a luxury+ tented camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 9: Flight to Zanzibar (included in the price)

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Serengeti, capturing the last glimpses of its diverse wildlife. Afterward, fly to the enchanting Zanzibar archipelago, a former center of the spice trade. Upon landing, take a guided tour of Stone Town, the cultural core of Zanzibar City, blending history and local life.

Your stay for the night will be at a beautiful hotel offering mesmerizing views of the turquoise ocean and white sandy beaches. This transition from safari to seaside marks a new chapter in your Tanzanian adventure.

Main Destination: Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)

Best time to visit: Any time

High Season: All year round

Best Weather: Any time

Accommodation: Zanzibar Serena Hotel – a luxury+ hotel located in Stone Town (Zanzibar)

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 10: Stone Town Tour & Beach Time

This morning, relish your breakfast in the hotel before a visit to Stone Town, a town rich in history and culture listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has guided historical tours. Stone Town is a confluence of African, Arab, Indian, and European cultures as seen in its structures and the environment. Your journey starts from the active local market that is a riot of colors, smells, and sounds; of bargaining, not forgetting haggling. Thereafter you will see a tranquil Cathedral of the 19th century located on the grounds that used to be occupied by a slave market, this Cathedral is very significant as it marks the end of the slave trade in 1873.

In the narrow and winding streets of Stone Town, you will find traditional Arab houses with a hidden courtyard behind a large front door, Indian style houses with elaborate carved wooden balconies on the front. You will tour important places such as, ‘Tip Tip House,’ the Old Fort as well as the People’s Palace Museum. The Silk Route is a rooftop restaurant with a panoramic view of the Indian Ocean as well as a wide variety of Indian dishes for lunch.

Once done with the field trip activities, you will be taken to your beach hotel for dinner and afterwards you will be free to spend the rest of the night by the ocean.

Main Destination: Zanzibar Island

Accommodation: Tui Blue Bahari Zanzibar – a luxury resort located in Zanzibar (Beach)

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11: A Wonderful Day in Zanzibar Beach

Get ready for paradise in Zanzibar! The crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean and the palm-lined, white sandy beaches are like a dream come true. Sip on fresh coconut drinks right on the beach, bask in the sun, take a dip in the ocean, and savor the mouthwatering Zanzibari cuisine. Feeling adventurous? Explore the beach, the ocean, and the island with a variety of exciting activities!

Main Destination: Zanzibar Island

Accommodation: Tui Blue Bahari Zanzibar – a luxury resort located in Zanzibar (Beach)

Meals & Drinks: All meals included drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12: Fly Home from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

On day 12, after breakfast, you have some free time to enjoy the resort until you need to go to the airport. You can leave your bags at the resort after you check out of your room at 10:30 and still use the resort’s facilities.

When it’s time to go to the airport, our driver will pick you up from the resort and take you to Zanzibar International Airport, marking the end of your Tanzania and Zanzibar Luxury Safari.

Main Destination: Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Accommodation: No accommodation

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Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & Lunch (dinner is not included)

COST INCLUDES

COST NOT INCLUDED

Optional Safari Add-Ons (Extra Charges Apply)

All add-ons are optional and available at extra cost. Just tell us what you’d like, and we’ll make it happen.

Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Serengeti or Tarangire National Park
Lodge or Tented Camp Upgrade - Stay in a higher-end lodge or luxury tented camp
Special Occasion Setup - Surprise setup for birthdays, anniversaries, or honeymoons
Maasai Village Visit - Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about their culture
Child-Friendly Safari Activities - Fun extras for kids—games, guides, and family-friendly options
Bush Breakfast or Bush Lunch - Enjoy a meal in the wild, surrounded by nature
Airport Pick-Up or Drop-Off - Private transfer to or from Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport
Extra Park Visit - Add another national park to your trip (e.g., Ruaha NP or Nyerere NP)
Extra Night Before or After Safari - Stay in Arusha/Moshi before or after your safari
Safari Video Package - Edited video of your safari experience to keep or share
Travel Essentials Kit - Includes sunscreen, insect repellent, snacks, and a refillable water bottle
Professional Photographer - A local photographer joins your trip to capture beautiful safari moments