Tanzania · Safari

13-Day Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday with Hadzabe Visit

13 Days Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the Big Five on thrilling game drives across Tanzania's top national parks
  • 02 Explore Zanzibar's Stone Town, rich in Swahili-Omani architecture and local culture
  • 03 Meet the Hadzabe tribe at Lake Eyasi and learn traditional hunting techniques
  • 04 Visit the Datoga community and explore local village life around Lake Eyasi
  • 05 Relax on Nungwi's beautiful beaches with turquoise waters, coral reefs, and spectacular sunsets

Embark on a 13-day journey through Tanzania and Zanzibar, combining wildlife safaris, cultural encounters, and beach relaxation. Explore Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro on game drives to spot diverse wildlife, including the Big Five and migrating herds. Meet the Hadzabe tribe at Lake Eyasi, learn about their traditional hunting lifestyle, and visit the Datoga community. End your adventure in Zanzibar with a guided walk through historic Stone Town and relaxing time on the pristine beaches of Nungwi.

Embark on a 13-day journey through Tanzania and Zanzibar, combining wildlife safaris, cultural encounters, and beach relaxation.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 13 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Arusha, Zanzibar, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Manyara, Tarangire National Park, Lake Eyasi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Lodge Transfer

  • Pick up from either Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport by your safari guide.
  • Transfer to your lodge in Arusha.

  • Relax at the lodge and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Overnight stay at the lodge.

Accommodation: Lodge in Arusha
Meals: Dinner

2
Day 02

Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

  • Depart early at 8:00 am from your lodge and begin the journey to Tarangire National Park.
  • Carry lunch boxes for a picnic during the game drive.

  • Observe the large elephant herds and diverse landscapes, including seasonal swamps, savannahs, and the Tarangire River.

  • Spot lions, leopards, and other wildlife.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge near Tarangire
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3
Day 03

Lake Manyara Wildlife Experience

  • Depart after breakfast for Lake Manyara National Park.
  • Enjoy game drives and carry lunch boxes for a picnic inside the park.

  • Discover the famous tree-climbing lions and the large baboon colonies.

  • Complete the game drives and head to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge near Lake Manyara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4
Day 04

Serengeti National Park Safari

  • Depart after breakfast for Serengeti National Park.
  • Enjoy a full-day game drive with lunch inside the park.

  • Continue the afternoon game drive and reach the camp.

  • Spend the next full day in Serengeti for more game drives, exploring the vast plains and wildlife.

  • Spot the famous migrating herds and resident predators such as leopards, cheetahs, and lions.

Accommodation: Lodge or Camp in Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5
Day 05

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

  • Depart after breakfast for Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
  • Carry lunch boxes and enjoy a game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater.

  • Spot a variety of wildlife, including buffaloes, lions, elephants, cheetahs, and rhinos.

  • Observe a wide variety of bird species as well.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge near Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6
Day 06

Lake Eyasi and Tribal Encounters

  • Depart after breakfast for Lake Eyasi.
  • Meet the Hadzabe tribe and observe their hunting skills.

  • Participate in hunting activities with the tribe and learn about their traditional lifestyle.

  • Visit the Datoga Community, known for its blacksmithing skills.

  • Walk around Lake Eyasi and visit the local village.

  • Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lodge near Lake Eyasi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7
Day 07

Transfer from Arusha to Zanzibar

  • Relax at the lodge after breakfast.
  • If time allows, enjoy a short shopping tour of Karatu town.

  • Transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar.

  • Upon arrival at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar, meet your driver for a transfer to your hotel in Nungwi.

Accommodation: Hotel in Nungwi
Meals: Breakfast

8
Day 08

Guided Tour of Historic Stone Town

  • After breakfast, explore Zanzibar's historic Stone Town with a local guide.
  • Walk through narrow streets and admire Swahili-Omani architecture, including carved doorways, balconies, and latticed windows.

  • Visit colonial churches, mosques, and other historic landmarks.

  • In the afternoon, transfer to your beach hotel.

Accommodation: Beach Hotel in Zanzibar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

9
Day 09

Beach Relaxation at Smiles Beach Hotel

  • Spend the next three days relaxing at Smiles Beach Hotel.
  • Enjoy the beautiful beaches, with spectacular sunsets and palm-fringed shores.

  • Swim in the turquoise waters and explore colorful coral reefs.

  • Indulge in water sports or simply unwind by the beach.

Accommodation: Smiles Beach Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

10
Day 10

Departure from Zanzibar

  • Enjoy the final hours of your tour in Zanzibar.
  • On the way to the airport, stop at Stone Town for last-minute souvenir shopping.

  • Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater caldera, Lake Eyasi tribal villages, Nungwi beaches

Where this trip takes you

Serengeti National Park plains, Ngorongoro Crater caldera, Lake Eyasi tribal villages, Nungwi beaches

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Arusha 7 cities · 13 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation on full board
  • Park fees
  • All activities during the tour
  • All flights during the tour
  • Taxes
  • Round-trip airport transfers

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Jacket

Know before you go

  • Book in advance to avoid disappointment.

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 13 days finish where they began, in Arusha.

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