Tanzania · Safari

9-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari with Zanzibar and Prison Island

9 Days Round trip from Kilimanjaro Airport Rd Moderate pace

Wildlife Safari at Tarangire National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience the famous wildlife of Serengeti National Park
02 Visit the incredible Ngorongoro Crater, known as the 'hole of God'
03 Witness the rich biodiversity of Tarangire National Park, the 'Palace of Elephants'
04 Enjoy Zanzibar's pristine beaches, clove plantations, and Prison Island
05 Snorkel in Fumba's blue lagoon and explore white sand beaches

Explore Tanzania's iconic northern safari circuit with time in Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park before continuing to Zanzibar. Look out for the Big Five, vulnerable rhinos, predator-prey interactions, elephant herds, and the beautiful scenery of vast plains and baobab-dotted landscapes. In Zanzibar, discover clove plantations, visit Prison Island and its giant tortoises, and enjoy white sand beaches, snorkeling, and marine life in Fumba's blue lagoon.

Explore Tanzania's iconic northern safari circuit with time in Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park before continuing to Zanzibar.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arusha, Zanzibar, Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will meet our driver-guide holding a billboard with your name for easy recognition.
He will greet you, introduce himself, and provide a brief overview of Tanzania before driving you to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in preparation for the next day's safari.

Day 02

Drive to Serengeti National Park

Early in the morning after breakfast, meet your guide and drive to Serengeti National Park, renowned as the endless plain.
Here, predators such as lions and leopards have ample land space for hunting, offering you a chance to spot animal hunts.

The Serengeti is Tanzania's and Africa's most famous national park, awarded Africa's most visited national park in 2019 and 2020.

Day 03

Wildlife Viewing in Serengeti

After breakfast in the park, you might see all of the Big Five: leopard, lion, elephant, buffalo, and rhino, along with other animals like warthogs, giraffes, wildebeests, and various bird species.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Serengeti's vast plains before returning to your accommodation to relax overnight.

Day 04

Explore Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, meet your driver-guide to begin the drive ascending to the Ngorongoro Crater, famously called the 'hole of God.' It rises more than 600 meters high and has a diameter of 20 km, covering a total area of 250 km².
Within the crater, you might see the highly vulnerable rhinos and possibly the Big Five.
After touring the crater, you will head to Tarangire for dinner and an overnight stay at a lodge.

Day 05

Safari in Tarangire National Park

The lodge is located just five minutes' drive from the park's entry gate.
After breakfast, start a safari towards Tarangire National Park, known as the Palace of Elephants.
Expect to see family herds of elephants and various bird species. The park has large baobab trees that serve as scratching posts for elephants.

Day 06

Game Drive and Flight to Zanzibar

After breakfast, continue your journey to Zanzibar. During the dry season, the Tarangire River attracts prey, making it easier for predators to hunt and providing excellent photo opportunities.
Enjoy a full-day game drive, then head to Arusha Airport to fly to Zanzibar.
Upon arrival, a Zanzibar guide will provide a brief introduction to the island's culture, norms, and traditions before transferring you to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 07

Spice Tour and Prison Island Visit

After breakfast, meet our guide for a tour of the clove plantations with a specialized spice guide, learning about the farm's preparation and harvest process.
Visit Prison Island, which was used by Arabs during the slave period to house slaves before transporting them to other regions, and interact with giant tortoises.
After lunch, take a city tour around Zanzibar's beaches, markets, and historic sites.

Day 08

Fumba Beach and Blue Lagoon Experience

After breakfast, head to Fumba, where you'll take a boat to explore white sand beaches, baobabs, mangroves, and the blue lagoon.
Enjoy snorkeling and interact with marine life if interested. A seafood lunch will follow.
Spend the day experiencing Zanzibar's beaches before returning to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 09

Departure from Zanzibar

Enjoy the morning at the hotel after breakfast before transferring to the airport.
If you have extra time, we can arrange more activities such as Mount Kilimanjaro climbing, coffee tours, and cultural tours.