Embark on a fortnight safari through northern Tanzania and Zanzibar island. Visit the home to Tanzania’s largest population of African elephants – Tarangire, the breathtaking view beneath the cliffs of the Manyara Escarpment, the endless plains of the Serengeti and marvelous Ngorongoro Crater. Encounter the locals and immerse yourself in Tanzania culture. After exciting safari, you take a break on one of Zanzibar’s most splendid beaches.
Destinations
- Tarangire
- Lake Manyara
- Serengeti
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Zanzibar
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive to Kilimanjaro International Airport
Karibu Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International airport, you will be met by our representative who will be carrying a sign board with your name on it. You will then transferred to Arusha/Moshi at your reserved lodge where you can relax after a long haul flight. It’s time to take a fresh shower, then grab a local drink and admire the authentic Tanzania atmosphere. Cheers!
Where to stay? – Budget style /Cozy style / Luxury style
Ilboru Safari Lodge
The African Tulip
Arumeru River Lodge
Day 2 : Relaxation day and Excursions
After breakfast, meet your driver guide and receive a full briefing of your trip plan. He will discuss your expectations and wishlist so that he can tailor the safari to your interests. Today, you can opt some few activities to be arranged on the spot. It’s an opportunity to experience Tanzania hospitality. Your driver guide will advise you the best possible activities depending on the weather.
Possible activities – Check our Activities page.
Where to stay? – Budget style /Cozy style / Luxury style
Ilboru Safari Lodge
The African Tulip
Arumeru River Lodge
Day 3 : Tarangire National Park
The wildlife adventure is about to begin. Tarangire is a marvelous start to your Tanzanian Safari. After breakfast, your driver guide will assist you with your luggage into the safari jeep. You will check-out from the lodge and drive to Tarangire National park (nearly 2h30 minutes drive).
You will spend your day exploring the park. Tarangire’s vegetation comprises of mostly dry, open woodlands, which include thorny acacia thickets and lots of its signature baobab trees. The permanent Tarangire River, is the park’s most obvious feature. During the dry season, this park is packed with wildlife. A large number of elephant herds can be easily spotted. Migratory animals such as giraffes, zebras and wildebeest can be seen here as well. Lion, warthog and various species of antelope are common throughout Tarangire, as are leopard, whilst cheetahs seem to favour the more open areas of the south. Tarangire is also an excellent destination for birds of prey.
Where to stay? – Budget style /Cozy style / Luxury style
Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
Corfield Camps Tarangire
Sanctuary Swala Camps
Day 4: Lake Manyara National Park
The adventure continues. Today you depart after breakfast to Lake Manyara National Park (nearly 2 hours drive from Tarangire).
Lake Manyara National Park is an unspoiled paradise of ground water forest fed by underground springs and teeming with wildlife. Lake Manyara is known for its huge soda lake filled with pink-hued flamingos, large population of baboons, incredible birdlife and breathtaking views. The most iconic attraction is undoubtedly its tree-climbing lions (very rare to spot). The park also offers excellent opportunities to see mongooses, the adorable dik-dik, hippos, buffaloes, antelopes, gazelles, and large troupes of baboons.
It is possible to combine this day with one excursion. We recommend one of these activities; Maäsai Village Visit, Canopy Walk at Manyara National Park, Bike Tour or Zipline Adventure.
Where to stay? – Budget style /Cozy style / Luxury style
Migombani Campsite
Marera Village Resort
Escarpment Luxury Lodge
Day 5 – Day 6: Serengeti National Park
The highlight of the wildlife adventure awaits you today. After a tasty breakfast, you will drive to Serengeti National park (nearly 3 hours drive to the Serengeti entry gate from Karatu).
You are going to explore the endless plains of the Serengeti. The Serengeti is vast and beautiful; it’s one of Africa’s most captivating safari areas. The abundance of wildlife in this park is unmatched anywhere else in the world. With the help of sharp eyes of your driver guide, get ready to see the big cats.
Possible activity to do: Hot Air Balloon Safari
Where to stay? – Budget style /Cozy style / Luxury style
Tukaone Camp
Serengeti Tortilis Camp
Lahia Tented Lodge
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater
The exciting sounds of the Serengeti wildlife will awake you. You depart very early from Serengeti towards one of the world’s most astonishing and renowned natural wonders, the Ngorongoro Crater. You will descend into the breath-taking Ngorongoro Crater. The crater teems with zebras, buffaloes, lions, wildebeest, elephants, flamingos, ostriches, hippos, cheetahs and a small population of the rare black rhino. After a half day game drive you will drive to Karatu for the evening relaxation.
Where to stay? – Budget style /Cozy style / Luxury style
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp
Lions Paw Camp
Day 8 – Day 13 : Zanzibar Beach Holidays
The aroma of the spice island awaiting you. After an exciting safari enjoy a week relaxation to recharge your batteries. Only 1h20 flight from Arusha, the wonderfully sleepy island of Zanzibar is one of East Africa’s finest beach destinations. Zanzibar has a lot more to experience than just its beautiful beaches: Stone Town tour, diving and Snorkeling, spice tour, kite surfing, sundowner dhow sailing etc. We will assist you to arrange activities on the spot.
Zanzibar offers an exceptional diversity of accommodation, from simple beach lodges and small boutique hotels to all-inclusive beach resorts and luxury hotels.
Where to stay? – Budget style /Cozy style / Luxury style
Cristal Resort Paje
Mwezi Boutique Resort
Zuri Zanzibar
Day 14: Fly Home
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight later.
