This 9-day adventure combines the best of Tanzania’s wildlife and the tropical beauty of Zanzibar. You’ll explore the renowned Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, home to an abundance of wildlife, before relaxing on Zanzibar’s pristine beaches and visiting its famous Colobus Monkey Sanctuary. Expect breathtaking landscapes, thrilling wildlife encounters, and unforgettable cultural experiences.
Upon arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you’ll be welcomed and transferred to Arusha Coffee Lodge, a luxury retreat set in a working coffee plantation. Settle into your Plantation Suite, surrounded by fragrant coffee plants, and enjoy a gourmet dinner in the serene atmosphere of this charming lodge.
Meal Plan: Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge
After breakfast, embark on a journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend to the Ngorongoro Crater floor, one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas. Spend the day exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site, encountering diverse wildlife including rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and more. Visit Lake Magadi for birdwatching, where you’ll spot flamingos, pelicans, and other aquatic birds.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Crater Forest Tented Camp
After breakfast, travel to the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania’s premier wildlife destination. En route, visit Olduvai Gorge, a significant archaeological site where human fossils were discovered, offering insights into early human evolution. Upon entering the Serengeti, enjoy game drives where you may spot resident species such as lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and cheetahs, along with the famous Migration herds.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lobo Wildlife Lodge
Experience a full day of game drives across the Serengeti Plains, known for its extraordinary wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino). Depending on your preference, opt for either a full-day exploration with a picnic lunch or an early morning game drive, followed by relaxation at your lodge, with the possibility of another game drive at sunset.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lobo Wildlife Lodge
After a morning flight from Arusha to Zanzibar, you will transfer to Kilindi Zanzibar, a beach paradise. For the next three nights, unwind on the island’s white sandy beaches, surrounded by turquoise waters. Choose from a variety of activities, including snorkeling, diving, or just soaking in the peaceful coastal ambiance.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Blue Moon Hotel
Head to the northern part of Zanzibar for a unique opportunity to swim with sea turtles at Baraka Aquarium, where rescued turtles are rehabilitated before being released into the wild. Feed the turtles, snorkel, and observe these magnificent creatures up close in their natural habitat.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Blue Moon Hotel
After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk through its historic labyrinthine streets, visiting landmarks like the House of Wonders, Old Slave Market, and Spice Market. Savor a local lunch while exploring this vibrant city. In the afternoon, unwind at Nungwi Beach, famous for its crystal-clear waters and scenic sunset views.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Accommodation: Blue Moon Hotel
Start your day with a visit to the Jozani Forest Reserve, home to the rare Red Colobus Monkeys and other wildlife, including Zanzibar Sykes’ monkey, bushbabies, and over 50 butterfly species. In the afternoon, enjoy lunch at The Rock, a world-renowned restaurant perched on a rock in the Indian Ocean. Spend your final evening exploring more of Stone Town or relaxing by the ocean.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Accommodation: Blue Moon Hotel
Depending on your flight schedule, you can enjoy one last relaxing moment at Nungwi Beach before being picked up and transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your flight home, concluding your incredible Tanzania and Zanzibar safari. This 9-day itinerary offers an incredible blend of wildlife adventures and beach relaxation, perfect for nature lovers and travelers seeking the ultimate African safari experience. Expect to encounter diverse wildlife, including the Big Five, flamingos, red colobus monkeys, and sea turtles, all while enjoying luxurious accommodations and unforgettable landscapes.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
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