10-Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Retreat with Stone Town

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by the team. After a short briefing, transfer to Ilboru Safari Lodge in Arusha for check-in and rest after your journey.

• Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional Arusha city tour or a meaningful project visit before returning to the lodge for relaxation and an overnight stay.

Overnight: Ilboru Safari Lodge

Meal Plan: Half board

• After breakfast, depart from Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania's most beautiful safari destinations, known for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and seasonal wildlife movement.

• Enjoy a guided game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park. In the late afternoon, continue to your lodge near Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

Meal Plan: Full Board

• After breakfast, depart toward Serengeti National Park, travelling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and enjoying beautiful views along the way.

• Enter the Serengeti and begin your first game drive as you make your way across the endless plains. The Serengeti is one of Africa's most iconic wildlife areas, famous for big cats, open landscapes, and the Great Migration ecosystem.

Overnight: Safari Haven

Meal Plan: Full Board

• Spend the full day exploring Serengeti National Park with your private safari guide. Depending on wildlife movement and the season, your guide will plan the best route to increase your chances of seeing lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, antelopes, and other wildlife.

• Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and continue with afternoon game viewing before returning to your accommodation.

Overnight: Safari Haven

Meal Plan: Full Board

• Enjoy another full day in the Serengeti, allowing more time to explore different areas of the park and follow wildlife activity at a relaxed pace.

• This extra day gives you a better chance to experience the depth of the Serengeti, from predator sightings to peaceful moments across the plains. Your guide will adjust the day based on weather, wildlife movement, and your interests.

Overnight: Safari Haven

Meal Plan: Full Board

• After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti National Park before driving toward the Ngorongoro area.

• The journey offers more opportunities for wildlife viewing and scenic landscapes as you move from the Serengeti plains toward the highlands. Arrive at your camp in the Ngorongoro area for dinner and an overnight stay.

Overnight: Ngorongoro Wild Camp

Meal Plan: Full Board

• After an early breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive inside one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife areas.

• The crater is home to a high concentration of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, lions, and, with luck, black rhinos. After the crater experience, drive back to Arusha and check in at Ilboru Safari Lodge.

Overnight: Ilboru Safari Lodge

Meal Plan: Full Board

• After breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and begin your Zanzibar experience with a Stone Town and Spice Tour.

• Explore the history, culture, and aromas of Zanzibar before transferring to Pongwe Beach Hotel for your beach retreat. The rest of the day is for relaxation by the ocean.

Overnight: Pongwe Beach Hotel

Meal Plan: Half Board

• Enjoy a relaxed beach day in Zanzibar at Pongwe Beach Hotel. This day is designed for rest after your safari, with time to enjoy the ocean, beach, and peaceful surroundings.

• Optional activities can be arranged depending on your interests, including cultural experiences, snorkeling, island excursions, or additional time in Stone Town.

Overnight: Pongwe Beach Hotel

Meal Plan: Half Board

• After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Zanzibar before your transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight.

• The team will assist with your transfer arrangements and final goodbye, marking the end of your 10-day Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach retreat.