Zanzibar sunset over the ocean

11-Day Safari + Beach

Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Adventure

Duration11 Days
RegionMainland Safari + Zanzibar
Trip TypeSafari + Beach
Stays6 nights safari · 4 nights beach

Overview

The longest and most complete option — a proper multi-park mainland safari followed by a real stretch of Zanzibar coast time, not just a couple of days tacked on at the end.

Day by day

Day01

Arusha to Tarangire

Depart Arusha and drive to Tarangire National Park for an afternoon game drive.

Day02

Full Day in Tarangire

A second day in Tarangire with morning and afternoon game drives among its elephant herds.

Day03

Tarangire to Serengeti

Travel to the Serengeti, arriving in time for a late-afternoon game drive.

Day04

Full Day in the Serengeti

A full day of game drives across the plains, tracking wildlife at whatever pace the day calls for.

Day05

Second Day in the Serengeti

Another full day covering different areas of the park, with time for photography stops.

Day06

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

Travel to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, arriving ahead of the crater descent.

Day07

Ngorongoro Crater & Fly to Zanzibar

Morning game drive across the crater floor, then transfer to the airstrip for a flight to Zanzibar.

Day08

Zanzibar — Free Day

A free day to settle in at the beach, at your own pace.

Day09

Zanzibar — Free Day

Explore Stone Town, take a spice tour, or stay at the beach — your choice.

Day10

Zanzibar — Free Day

A final full day on the coast before departure.

Day11

Departure from Zanzibar

Transfer to Zanzibar airport for your onward or return flight.

What's included

Included

  • Private vehicle with driver-guide (safari days)
  • All park entrance fees
  • Camping/lodge accommodation (6 nights safari)
  • Beach hotel accommodation (4 nights Zanzibar)
  • Flight transfer, Ngorongoro to Zanzibar
  • All meals during the safari portion

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Meals in Zanzibar (room only)
  • Tips for guide and hotel staff
  • Travel insurance

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