Tanzania · Safari

9-Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Tour with VIP Service

9 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace
African Lions
Serengeti National Park
African Elephant
African Lion

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Embark on exhilarating game drives in Tarangire and Serengeti National Parks
  • 02 Discover Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with diverse wildlife
  • 03 Spot Lake Manyara's tree-climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos and pelicans
  • 04 Fly to Zanzibar for leisure time on the island's pristine beaches
  • 05 Enjoy premium safari accommodation with VIP service and an expert driver-guide

Embark on a 9-day Tanzania safari adventure through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara Park. Enjoy exciting game drives in search of diverse wildlife, including the famous Big Five, before flying to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach stay. In Zanzibar, spend time swimming, sunbathing, or choosing optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, Stone Town visits, and spice plantation tours. This journey combines wildlife, scenic landscapes, and coastal leisure in one memorable experience.

After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and large populations of flamingos and pelicans.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Arusha, Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park
Languages English, Italian, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Hotel Transfer

  • Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, your driver will meet you holding a sign with your name for easy identification.
  • The driver will assist with your luggage and transfer you to your hotel in Arusha for relaxation and an overnight stay at Gran Melia.
  • If time allows, your safari guide will take you on an evening tour of Arusha city.
2
Day 02

Tarangire Game Drive and Transfer to Mto Wa Mbu

  • After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, where you will embark on a full-day game drive, including a picnic lunch.
  • Tarangire is known for its elephant herds, lions, leopards, and a variety of bird species.
  • Afterward, transfer to Mto Wa Mbu for dinner and an overnight stay at Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge.
3
Day 03

Journey to Serengeti via Ngorongoro

  • Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the lodge before departing at 10:00 AM for Serengeti via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Enjoy a scenic game drive through the savanna, spotting wildlife along the way.

Overnight stay at Kubukubu Tented Lodge.

4
Day 04

Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Safari

  • Embark on a full-day game drive across the Serengeti, visiting the famous kopjes and Simba Hill.
  • Serengeti is home to vast wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and thousands of gazelles.

Overnight stay at Kubukubu Tented Lodge.

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Exploration and Karatu Stay

  • After breakfast, head to Ngorongoro Crater, where you will enjoy a full day exploring the largest intact caldera in the world.
  • Observe wildlife, including the possibility of seeing black rhinos, lions, and zebras.
  • In the late afternoon, head to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay at Acacia Farm Lodge.
6
Day 06

Lake Manyara Safari and Flight to Zanzibar

  • After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Lake Manyara Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and large populations of flamingos and pelicans.
  • After the game drive, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar.
  • Upon arrival in Zanzibar, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay at Melia Zanzibar.
7
Day 07

Beach Leisure in Zanzibar

  • Spend two days relaxing on Zanzibar's beautiful beaches.
  • Enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and optional activities like snorkeling, diving, or exploring Stone Town and spice plantations.

Overnight at Melia Zanzibar.

8
Day 08

Departure from Zanzibar

  • After breakfast, your driver will transfer you to Zanzibar airport for your international flight home.
Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar beaches

Where this trip takes you

Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar beaches

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 6 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Premium (VIP) safari service
  • Accommodation during safari (all-inclusive depending on the hotel)
  • Dedicated English-speaking driver-guide service
  • Transport in a 4WD Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, 2-way radio, and a professional driver-guide
  • Drinking water during the safari - 2 liters per person per day
  • Complimentary refreshments, bottles of wine, juices, coffee, tea, and beer as per preference
  • 24/7 in-country support and assistance
  • Wi-Fi in the vehicle during the safari
  • Flight to Zanzibar
  • Accommodation in Zanzibar on an all-inclusive basis

What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature
  • Alcoholic and bottled non-alcoholic beverages in hotels (except for all-inclusive hotels), unless indicated on meal plans
  • Passport, visa, and traveler's insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for drivers/guides
  • Balloon safari
  • Zanzibar activities

Know before you go

  • Accommodation standard range: premium hotel.
  • Accommodation and flight are subject to availability.
  • Prices may change without prior notice.
  • Park entrance fees are payable by us.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 9 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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