Tanzania Wildlife & Zanzibar Bliss
Route: Arusha → Tarangire → Serengeti → Ngorongoro → Zanzibar
Ideal For: Couples, families, honeymooners, safari + beach lovers
Journey Overview
The perfect balance of adventure and relaxation! This 10-day Tanzania safari blends the thrill of Big Five game drives with tropical serenity on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar.
Start your journey exploring the diverse landscapes of Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Then trade your safari boots for flip-flops as you unwind in a beachfront resort in Nungwi. Optional spice tours and a visit to historic Stone Town complete the experience.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Safari Briefing & Rest
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your personal WildMiles Safari guide. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha for relaxation after your flight and a detailed safari briefing.
Accommodation:
- Rivertrees Country Inn
- Legendary Lodge
Day 2: Tarangire National Park – Elephant Kingdom
Journey to Tarangire, famous for its towering baobabs and large elephant herds. Enjoy a game drive spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, and more near the Tarangire River.
Accommodation:
- Nimali Tarangire Camp
- Tarangire Safari Lodge
Day 3: Serengeti Bound – Game Drive En Route
After breakfast, cross the scenic highlands to Serengeti National Park. Stop at a Maasai Boma for cultural insight. Afternoon game drive in central Serengeti before settling into camp.
Accommodation:
- Into Wild Africa Camp
- Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti
Explore the vast plains of Serengeti with your expert guide. Witness predators on the hunt, wildebeest herds grazing, and hippos lounging in pools.
Overnight:
Same as previous night
Optional:
Hot-air balloon safari at sunrise
Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Natural Wonder
Early morning drive to Ngorongoro and descend into the crater, a wildlife haven home to the Big Five. Enjoy a packed lunch by a hippo pool. Evening at a lodge on the crater rim.
Accommodation:
- Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
- Entamanu Ngorongoro
Day 6: Flight to Zanzibar – Welcome to Paradise
Transfer to Arusha Airport and catch a short flight to Zanzibar. Arrive in Nungwi, known for its powdery white beaches and turquoise waters. Relax at a beachfront resort.
Accommodation:
- Zuri Zanzibar
- The Z Hotel
Days 7–8: Nungwi Beach Escape
Spend two full days at leisure. Swim, snorkel, or indulge in a spa treatment. Optional water sports or traditional dhow cruise at sunset.
Day 9: Stone Town & Spice Tour (Optional)
After breakfast, transfer to Stone Town. Enjoy a guided tour of the historical alleys and colourful markets, followed by a spice plantation visit.
Accommodation:
- Emerson on Hurumzi
- Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Day 10: Departure
Transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight. Take with your unforgettable memories from the wild and the waves of Tanzania.
What’s Included
Package Inclusions
- All airport transfers
- Domestic flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle and English-speaking guide
- All park entry fees and crater permits
- Full board during safari & half board in Zanzibar
- 9 nights’ accommodation (lodge, tented camp & beach resort)
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Stone Town and spice tour (optional)