The perfect bush-and-beach combination: four days on safari followed by four days on Zanzibar's pristine shores.
8 Days / 7 Nights
2-6 Guests
Easy
From $2,400 pp
Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
AccommodationMidrange
Group Size2-6 Guests
Tour Typeboth
Safari Overview
This eight-day bush-and-beach itinerary is one of our most popular combinations, blending the thrill of a northern circuit safari with the relaxation of Zanzibar's stunning Indian Ocean beaches. It delivers the best of both worlds in a single seamless trip that captures the essence of a Tanzania holiday.
The safari portion covers the highlights of the northern circuit over four days, including Tarangire or Lake Manyara, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Your experienced guide will ensure you encounter the Big Five, the Great Migration (seasonal), and the remarkable diversity of wildlife that makes Tanzania the world's premier safari destination. Comfortable mid-range lodges provide the perfect base for each day's adventure.
After the safari, a short flight from Arusha or the Serengeti delivers you to Zanzibar, where the pace shifts entirely. Spend four days on powder-white beaches, explore the UNESCO-listed Stone Town with its labyrinthine alleys and aromatic spice markets, snorkel vibrant coral reefs, or simply relax with a cocktail as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean. Your beachfront accommodation is selected for its quality, location, and character, ensuring the perfect end to your Tanzania journey.
Tour Highlights
Northern circuit safari highlights
Zanzibar beach relaxation
Stone Town exploration
Snorkeling and water activities
Internal flight included
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Depart Arusha for Lake Manyara National Park, where a full day of game driving awaits. Explore the forest, grasslands, and lakeshore, looking for tree-climbing lions, elephants, and flamingos. Your comfortable mid-range lodge in Karatu is the base for the night.
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge, Karatu
Drive through the Ngorongoro highlands and into the Serengeti. Afternoon game drive in the central Serengeti, searching for the iconic big cats and herds of plains game. Your tented camp in the heart of the Serengeti puts you close to the action.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
A complete day exploring the Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives. Your guide will tailor the route to the season and current wildlife movements, maximizing your chances of witnessing predator hunts, migration herds, and the park's extraordinary diversity.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp
Early morning descent into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, then drive to Arusha and transfer to the airport for your late afternoon flight to Zanzibar. Arrive on the island and transfer to your beach hotel, where the sound of waves replaces the sounds of the savannah.
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
After a relaxed morning on the beach, take an afternoon guided tour of Stone Town, the UNESCO World Heritage historic quarter of Zanzibar City. Explore the labyrinthine streets, visit the former slave market, the House of Wonders, and the Sultan's Palace. End the tour at the Forodhani Gardens night market for fresh seafood and Zanzibar pizza.
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
A free day to enjoy Zanzibar's stunning coastline. Optional activities include snorkeling at Mnemba Atoll, a spice plantation tour, kitesurfing, or simply relaxing on the white-sand beach with a good book. Your hotel can arrange any activities you choose.
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
Another day to explore Zanzibar at your own pace. Consider a dhow sailing trip, a visit to Jozani Forest to see the endemic red colobus monkeys, a sunset cruise, or a cooking class to learn the secrets of Zanzibari cuisine. Alternatively, spend the day on the beach and in the warm Indian Ocean.
Accommodation: Zanzibar Beach Resort
Enjoy a final morning on the beach before transferring to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight. Depending on your flight time, there may be time for last-minute shopping in Stone Town or a final swim in the ocean.
