8-Day Beach and Serengeti Safari in Tanzania (Standard Rate)
Zanzibar · Arusha · Tarangire · Ngorongoro
From $2,170 pp in a group of 5
8 days · Tanzania
8-Day Beach and Serengeti Safari in Tanzania (Premium Rate)
- Zanzibar
- Arusha
- Tarangire
- Ngorongoro
- Serengeti
You will experience culture in Stone Town, wildlife on safari, and swimwear on the southeast coast of Zanzibar. You'll experience the best of the open road on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure into the Tanzanian wilderness and beach in Zanzibar.
from$2,850pp in a group of 6
$4,300 pp for a solo traveller. See every group size
- 8days
- 1country
- 6travellers at most
In brief
What this safari is
Historic Stone Town introduces narrow lanes and sea air before you cross to the safari capital Arusha and roll into elephant country along the Tarangire River. Ngorongoro Crater packs dense wildlife into an ancient caldera, while the Serengeti opens into plains and acacia woodlands where migration routes shift through the seasons.
Before you book
Quick facts
- Starts at
- Zanzibar Airport
- Length
- 8 days
- Book ahead
- Please ask at least 7 days ahead
Day by day
The itinerary
Each day shows where you spend it, with today's sunrise and sunset there.
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Day 1: Zanzibar Island- Stone Town
Zanzibar
Upon the arrival of your flight into Zanzibar Airport, your driver will be awaiting you in the parking area of the airport and will take you to Shaba Boutique Hotel where you will spend your first night recovering from your trip.
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Day 2: Zanzibar - Arusha - Tarangire National Park
Tarangire
After breakfast, your taxi awaits you to take you on a short drive to Zanzibar Airport from where you fly to Arusha. The flight is an easy one, taking a bit over one hour. Arusha is the safari capital of the country and a bustling tourism-driven city. You will be met by your driver guide at Arusha Airport and together, you will begin the transfer to Tarangire National Park to start your private safari game drive. The name of the park originates from the Tarangire River, which crosses the park and is the main source of fresh water for wildlife.
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Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro
Be sure to wake up early today, so there is no delay on your descent into the famous Ngorongoro Crater. As soon as you arrive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will be amazed by the beauty around you. Even more so when you arrive at the edge of the crater and take in the amazing view over one of the Natural Wonders of this World.
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Day 4: Northern Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
Today, you will have a long and rewarding drive ahead of you, as you make your way through Serengeti National Park. Depending on the movement of the migration, you might even make your way further north while the plains disappear behind you to give way to forests of acacia trees and dense bush. This northern section of the Serengeti is less frequented than the southern and central parts of the Serengeti, allowing for fewer cars on the road and a more exclusive safari experience.
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Day 5: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti
After breakfast, you will drive to Serengeti National Park. The area is permanently inhabited by many animals, both herbivores and carnivores, including; buffaloes, elephants, lions, leopards, elands, cheetahs, hyenas, oribis, topis, impalas, Thomson's gazelles, giraffes, hippos, and the Nile crocodiles. Along the drive, you will be able to spot giraffes, zebras, and other animals.
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Day 6: Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar
After a good night's sleep, today is your last game drive in the Serengeti, which will end in the afternoon at the Seronera Airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar Airport. You'll enjoy the magnificent views while flying over Serengeti National Park and admire the changing scenery of the Great Rift Valley.
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Day 7: Zanzibar Island
Zanzibar
After breakfast at your resort, you'll take time to enjoy the Reef & Beach Resort or book an optional excursion.
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Day 8: Transfer to Zanzibar Airport
Zanzibar
After breakfast and check-out, a vehicle is awaiting you to take you to Zanzibar Airport for your flight back home.
Your group
Price for your group
2 travellers: $2,850 each, $5,700 in total.
| Travellers | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
| 2 | $2,850 34% off | $5,700 |
| 3 | $2,850 34% off | $8,550 |
| 4 | $2,850 34% off | $11,400 |
| 5 | $2,850 34% off | $14,250 |
| 6 | $2,850 34% off | $17,100 |
Prices are in US dollars per person, from the group rates listed with this trip.
The detail
What is included
Included
- All internal Airport transfers on this eight-day Zanzibar and northern Tanzania route
- All meals on the published plan
- Fully guided safari and resort hosting
- All accommodations named in the itinerary
- All permits and Park entry fees for listed activities
- Transport between Stone Town, Arusha, the national parks, airstrips, and the resort
Not included
- Laundry Services
- Flights
- Visa
- Souvenirs
- Tips
- Transport to and from the meeting point if you do not use the included transfers
Nights and arrival
Where you stay and how you get there
Where you stay
Nights follow Shaba Boutique Hotel in Stone Town, canvas-style comfort at Africa Safari Lake Manyara, Africa safari south Serengeti after the crater day, Africa safari maasai boma after the northern Serengeti drive, then suite mangrove or pool view at Reef and Beach Resort on an all-inclusive meal plan for your beach nights.
Getting there
Upon the arrival of your flight into Zanzibar Airport, your driver will be awaiting you in the parking area of the airport and will take you to Shaba Boutique Hotel where you will spend your first night recovering from your trip.
After breakfast and check-out on the final morning, a vehicle is awaiting you to take you to Zanzibar Airport for your flight back home; share flight times early so we buffer airport formalities.
Good questions
Questions about this safari
What is included in the package price?
Price includes all internal Airport transfers, all meals, fully guided hosting, all accommodations on the route, all permits and Park entry fees, and transport between safari sectors, lodges, and airstrips on this eight-day plan.
What is not included?
Price excludes laundry services, international flights, visa costs, souvenirs, and tips, matching the price excludes list on the published tour page.
How does the first day in Stone Town work?
Upon the arrival of your flight into Zanzibar Airport, your driver will be awaiting you in the parking area of the airport and will take you to Shaba Boutique Hotel where you will spend your first night recovering from your trip.
How do we reach Tarangire from Zanzibar?
After breakfast, your taxi takes you on a short drive to Zanzibar Airport for the flight to Arusha, an easy hop of a bit over one hour.
What should we expect inside Ngorongoro Crater?
Wake early so there is no delay on your descent into the famous Ngorongoro Crater, taking in the view from the rim before you drop onto the floor.
How is the northern Serengeti day paced?
Today brings a long, rewarding drive through Serengeti National Park, with routing that can push further north if the migration draws wildlife that way.
What happens on the Serengeti full day before flying back?
After breakfast you drive into Serengeti National Park where large resident populations of herbivores and predators stay on the plains year round.
How are the Zanzibar resort days structured?
After the Serengeti flight you land at Zanzibar Airport, meet your driver, and transfer to Reef & Beach Resort with suite mangrove or pool views on an all-inclusive meal plan.
What should we pack for mixed bush and beach?
Bring layered safari clothing, a warm layer for cool crater mornings, comfortable closed shoes, swimwear, sun protection, and a dry bag for cameras on splashy boat or beach afternoons.
Do we need travel insurance?
Use travel medical cover with evacuation suited to remote roads, light aircraft hops between parks and islands, and open safari vehicles.
Read before you book
Guides for this safari
- Tanzania safari guide Parks, seasons and what to expect in Tanzania.
- Big game and wildlife safaris compared Every trip built around the animals, in one list.
More answers are on our safari questions page and in what guests say. We also arrange flights, hotels and insurance.
How payment works: the balance is due one month before your safari, a reservation made within 45 days of arrival is paid in full when it is confirmed, and a card payment carries a 3.9% service charge. The full wording is in our terms and conditions.
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