Tanzania · Romantic Safari

10-Day Tanzania Honeymoon Safari and Zanzibar Beach Escape

10 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Witness Africa's elusive Big Five at Ngorongoro Crater
  • 02 Observe the Great Wildebeest Migration at Serengeti
  • 03 Explore Tarangire's wildlife-rich landscapes and large elephant herds
  • 04 Relax on Zanzibar's white coral beaches with swimming and snorkeling
  • 05 Enjoy a sunset cruise on a traditional dhow boat in Zanzibar

Embark on a 10-day honeymoon through Tanzania's most captivating wildlife areas and stunning coastal scenery. Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater, where you can spot the Big Five and witness abundant wildlife across some of the country's most celebrated safari landscapes. Then unwind on Zanzibar's white coral beaches, with time to swim, snorkel, and enjoy the beauty of Nungwi's pristine reef waters. Your journey ends with a serene sunset cruise on a traditional dhow boat over the Indian Ocean.

You'll be up before dawn for an early morning game drive, with the air crisp and keen and the sky brightening from indigo to golden pink and finally to hyacinth blue as you explore.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Zanzibar, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha

  • On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, your private driver-guide will pick you up and transfer you to Mount Meru Hotel in Arusha Town.
  • At the hotel, you will have dinner and stay overnight.
2
Day 02

Arusha to Tarangire National Park Safari

  • After an early morning breakfast, you will depart for Tarangire National Park, a fine Tanzania wildlife destination named after the Tarangire River, which runs through the park. The river is a vital water source that attracts a huge population of wildlife, including elephants.
  • Tarangire National Park is well known for its large herds of elephants, often seen congregating by the river, as well as giraffes, bushbucks, hartebeests, lions, leopards, and numerous bird species.
  • You will arrive in the park in time for lunch, which you will have after checking in, and then go for an afternoon game drive exploring the savannah plains of the park and seeing various animals.
  • Afterward, transfer to Maramboi Tented Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
3
Day 03

Lake Manyara National Park Exploration

  • After an early morning breakfast, you will depart for Lake Manyara National Park, an unspoilt Tanzania wildlife destination known for its abundance of birds and tree-climbing lions. It also features the dramatic western escarpment of the Rift Valley, which forms the park's western border, with Lake Manyara to the east.
  • Lake Manyara National Park is centered around a shallow alkaline lake that covers a large area of the park. The lake dries in the dry season and floods in the wet season, and it is home to thousands of flamingoes during the rainy season.
  • The park is dominated by diverse vegetation, from savannah to evergreen forest, and hosts a variety of wildlife including tree-climbing lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, cape buffaloes, and elephants, among others.
  • You will arrive in the park in time for lunch, which you will have after checking into your lodge. After lunch, you will go for an extensive game drive exploring the park and enjoying sightings of many animals.
  • Return to Kitela Lodge for dinner and overnight.
4
Day 04

Journey to the Serengeti

  • Your Serengeti adventure begins here.
  • After a good breakfast, you'll drive to the world-famous Serengeti National Park. It's world-famous for a reason: it's home to the world's largest concentration of wildlife, including zebra, gazelle, lions, wildebeest, elephant, and giraffe. It's also one of the points of the seasonal migration of wildebeest, which is an awesome sight in the truest sense of the word.
  • Serengeti means 'The land that moves on forever,' and you can see why: the Serengeti flows with a never-ending wave of movement and a buzz of activity.
  • You'll stop for a well-earned lunch break on a kopje (rock outcropping), gazing at the incredible views while you eat and preparing yourself for your adventures deeper into the park.
  • In the evening, you will settle into Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, enjoy an appetizing dinner, watch a golden and pink sunset, and pick out the first stars as they appear in the darkening sky.
  • Tomorrow, you have a whole day to explore the Serengeti further.
5
Day 05

Full-Day Safari in Serengeti National Park

  • Have an early morning breakfast, followed by a full game drive in Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous wildlife destinations in the world and one of the oldest ecosystems on earth.
  • Serengeti National Park is truly spectacular and is the oldest national park in Tanzania. It boasts abundant wildlife; however, it is best known for its annual Great Migration. Huge numbers of wildebeests, accompanied by large numbers of zebras and antelopes, move in an annual pattern seeking fresh grasslands and water.
  • The timing of the migration is entirely dependent on the rainfall patterns each year. When you arrive in the park, you will check into your lodge for lunch, and in the afternoon, you will go for an extensive game drive.
  • You will spend the full day exploring Serengeti National Park and enjoying the sights of the endless plains and animals such as cheetahs, giraffes, lions, zebras, wildebeests, elephants, hippos, hyenas, leopards, wild dogs, and buffaloes, among others.
  • After the game drive, you will transfer to Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge for dinner and overnight.
6
Day 06

Early Game Drive and Onward to Ngorongoro

  • You'll be up before dawn for an early morning game drive, with the air crisp and keen and the sky brightening from indigo to golden pink and finally to hyacinth blue as you explore. The park is waking up and is alive with the calls of the animals. This is a time for tracking - predators have left their tracks overnight, and you'll follow them.
  • As dawn breaks, the birds' melodies begin to harmonize, the early morning air starts to warm, and you'll hear different calls as other animals begin their day.
  • You'll add to yesterday's collection of sightings: perhaps today you'll see more hippos, or perhaps a troop of monkeys or a family of mongooses will grab your attention.
  • After such an early start, you'll be looking forward to a delicious lunch, which will be served in the park.
  • In the afternoon, you'll begin your Ngorongoro adventure by heading off to the Serengeti Serena Hotel.
  • You'll spend the evening enjoying a tasty dinner and relaxing under the stars.
7
Day 07

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Flight to Zanzibar

  • After an early but delicious breakfast, you'll travel into the Crater, which is known as "Africa's Garden of Eden." Its unique geological formation is at the root of its diversity because the crater sides are a barrier to many species migrating in or out. The crater is packed full of wildlife, and there's an excellent chance of spotting Africa's Big Five today.
  • You could also encounter vultures, zebra, hippo, wildebeest, and hyenas. The alkaline lake attracts geese, storks, and pink clouds of flamingo too.
  • Your experienced guide will ensure that you discover all the glorious wonders of nature in this unique place.
  • Afterward, you will depart and drive back to Arusha.
  • Later in the evening, you'll transfer to the airport for your Zanzibar trip for the rest of your holiday.
  • Upon arrival, you'll meet your driver, who will take you to the Z Hotel in Zanzibar for dinner and overnight.
8
Day 08

Zanzibar Beach Stay and Sunset Dhow Cruise

  • Zanzibar Island is well known for its white coral sand that seems to glow even after nightfall. Nungwi is a wide, expansive coastline open for swimming and snorkeling in pristine reef waters.
  • Here, you also have several tour options that you can add for an additional fee, depending on your preference, such as walking tours, sunset cruises, diving excursions, and parasailing, among others.
  • At sunset, you will take a traditional dhow boat for a cruise.
  • You will spend the nights on this incredible beach.
9
Day 09

Departure Transfer

  • After a leisurely breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home, marking the end of your adventure.

End of tour

Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar white coral beaches, Nungwi reef waters

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar white coral beaches, Nungwi reef waters

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 7 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All applicable park entry fees as per the program
  • Government taxes and local levies
  • Unlimited game drives and all activities (unless labeled as optional)
  • Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch
  • Picnic lunch or hot lunch on safari, depending on the onward program
  • Unlimited drinking water (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Refreshments during safari in the safari vehicle
  • Private transport in a customized pop-up-top 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with plugs to charge mobile phones and cameras, an intercooler to keep drinks cold, and a full AC system

What's Not Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Domestic flight
  • Medical/luggage insurance
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline for safari guides: $10-20 per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa entry fees upon arrival at the airport, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Any extra orders at meals are not included
  • Set menu meals are part of the package

What to bring

  • Camera and memory cards
  • Sweater or fleece pullover to keep warm
  • Sturdy boots or sandals
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • T-shirts or polo shirts (2-5, depending on how often you want to change)
  • Lightweight long-sleeved shirts
  • Shorts
  • Long trousers
  • Socks
  • Sleepwear
  • Travel towel
  • Thermal underwear, gloves, and a warm hat (during May-Sept)
  • Raincoat and rain trousers (during the rainy season, Mar-May and Oct-Dec)
  • Binoculars
  • Sunscreen
  • Wet wipes
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, eye drops, etc.)
  • Malaria tablets
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Chargers and extra batteries for your camera, phone, etc.

The power adapter should fit the UK-style electrical socket.

Know before you go

  • This tour starts and ends in Arusha.
  • The operator can help select your international or domestic flights, but you must book them yourself.
  • Fly to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO - check price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - check price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya).
  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.

This 10-day safari and beach vacation takes you on an adventure through the major safari parks of Tanzania's northern safari circuit, followed by a relaxing holiday on Zanzibar Beach.

Most importantly, we have selected the finest accommodations with the best-rated customer service to ensure that you get that well-deserved romantic getaway.

Probably just about any couple's dream honeymoon destination, and what every family needs for a dose of Vitamin Sea, Zanzibar has pleasing weather all year round due to its position near the equator. Cozy bars and restos line this haven with ambient settings to create that dream holiday vacation. After completing your wildlife safari vacation, whether you are preparing for Zanzibar activities or simply want to relax in this paradise, Zanzibar will not fail you.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Arusha, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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