10-Day Tanzania Luxury Safari & Zanzibar Escape

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your private guide for transfer to KIbo Palace Hotel Arusha. Settle into a luxury hotel surrounded by gardens and Mount Meru views. The rest of the day is free to relax after your flight. Enjoy dinner at the hotel and receive a detailed safari briefing covering itinerary, parks, wildlife expectations, and travel logistics for your upcoming northern Tanzania safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Kibo Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park for a full-day game drive. Known for elephants, baobab trees, lions, giraffes, and rich birdlife, the park offers excellent wildlife viewing and photography. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park. In the afternoon, continue game viewing before driving to Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge. Relax with sunset views over the Rift Valley escarpment and enjoy dinner in a peaceful natural setting.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Manyara National Park

Start with a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, hippos, and lush forest scenery. Explore lake shores, woodlands, and hot springs while spotting diverse wildlife and bird species. After the safari, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. Spend the afternoon enjoying lodge facilities, scenic views, and peaceful surroundings before dinner and overnight stay at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located on the escarpment above Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti National Park

Travel to Serengeti National Park after breakfast, enjoying scenic views en route through the highlands and wildlife corridors. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the endless savannah plains. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and possibly cheetahs and leopards depending on movement. Experience the first taste of the Serengeti wilderness with stunning landscapes and golden sunset views. Overnight at Central Serengeti Moyo Camp Hembe, enjoying luxury comfort in the heart of the park with dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Central Serengeti Moyo Camp Hembe

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Serengeti Hot Air Balloon and Game Drive

Start the day with an unforgettable Hot Air Balloon Safari at sunrise, enjoying breathtaking aerial views of the Serengeti and a bush breakfast after landing. Continue with a full-day game drive through Serengeti National Park, searching for the Big Five and, seasonally, the Great Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush while surrounded by wildlife. Your expert guide will explore different habitats and prime viewing areas to maximize sightings. Return to Central Serengeti Moyo Camp Hembe for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park

Accommodation:

Central Serengeti Moyo Camp Hembe

• Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Ngorongoro Crater & Return to Arusha

Descend 600 meters into Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in one of Africa’s richest wildlife areas. Spot rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, and flamingos in a unique ecosystem. After the safari, ascend the crater and drive back to Arusha. Check in at Kibo Palace Arusha for overnight stay. Enjoy dinner and relax while reflecting on your unforgettable safari experience across Tanzania’s iconic northern circuit parks.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Kibo Palace Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Fly to Zanzibar

Transfer to Arusha Airport for your scenic flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to The Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel.
Relax on white sand beaches with turquoise Indian Ocean views. Enjoy luxury amenities, spa options, and tropical surroundings. This day is dedicated to rest after safari travel. Spend the evening at leisure with beach views and dinner, starting your peaceful island escape in Zanzibar.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Dry and warm)

High Season December to February and June to October

Best Weather January to February and June to September (Low rainfall)

Accommodation:

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

• Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Stone Town Exploration

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore narrow streets, spice markets, historical buildings, and cultural influences from Africa, Arabia, and India. Visit key landmarks such as the Old Fort and House of Wonders. Learn about Zanzibar’s spice trade history. Return to your beachfront resort in the afternoon for relaxation, sunset views, and a peaceful evening by the Indian Ocean.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

• Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Nakupenda Sandbank Escape Boat Trip & Beach Leisure

Start the day with breakfast at your hotel in Zanzibar before boarding a boat to Nakupenda Sandbank for a relaxing experience on pristine white sands surrounded by turquoise waters. Swim, sunbathe, and enjoy optional activities like snorkeling in the clear Indian Ocean. After a peaceful stay on the sandbank, return by boat to Stone Town in the afternoon for leisure time exploring or relaxing. In the evening, enjoy a romantic beachfront dinner while watching the sunset over the ocean in a calm, tropical atmosphere.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches)

Accommodation:

Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

• Luxury hotel located on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your resort with ocean views. Depending on your flight schedule, relax at the beach or resort before departure. Later, transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your international flight. This marks the end of your luxury Tanzania safari and Zanzibar holiday, filled with Big Five wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and unforgettable beach relaxation across Tanzania’s most iconic destinations.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.