About This Tour
Experience the ultimate Tanzania journey—relax on the Spice Island of Zanzibar with its crystal-clear blue waters, powdery white-sand beaches, and gently swaying palms. Explore the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park, home to iconic big cats and the dramatic Great Wildebeest Migration. Discover the breathtaking Ngorongoro Conservation Area, renowned for the Big Five and spectacular crater views, and visit Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, abundant birdlife, and stunning lakeside scenery—plus so much more.
Trip Highlights
- Relax on pristine white-sand beaches with crystal-clear turquoise waters
- Experience an authentic spice tour on the famous Spice Island
- Experience thrilling game drives in Serengeti National Park
- Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal)
- Enjoy breathtaking African sunsets and authentic bush experiences
Itinerary
This itinerary combines Tanzania’s finest safari destinations with idyllic beach relaxation. Begin on the Spice Island of Zanzibar, enjoying crystal-clear waters and white-sand beaches. Continue to the legendary Serengeti National Park for unforgettable big-cat encounters and the Great Wildebeest Migration. Explore the dramatic Ngorongoro Conservation Area, home to the Big Five, and discover Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, rich birdlife, and stunning lake views. This journey offers the perfect balance of adventure, scenery, and relaxation.
Arrive at Zanzibar International Airport and transfer to Zanzibar Serena Hotel, beautifully set along the seafront. Spend the evening exploring Stone Town’s narrow alleys, historic buildings, and lively atmosphere, or relax with ocean views at the hotel.
Overnight: Zanzibar Serena Hotel
Transfer to Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat for five nights of pure relaxation. Enjoy pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and personalized villa service. Optional experiences include snorkeling, diving, spice tours, sunset dhow cruises, spa treatments, or simply unwinding by the infinity pool.
Overnight: Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat
Fly from Zanzibar to Kogatende Airstrip, entering the remote northern Serengeti. Transfer to Sayari Camp, an elegant safari camp perfectly positioned for migration viewing. Enjoy your first game drive in this wildlife-rich region.
Overnight: Sayari Camp
Spend the day tracking the Great Wildebeest Migration along the Mara River. Witness dramatic river crossings (seasonal), large herds of wildebeest and zebra, and predators such as lions and crocodiles. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before returning to camp for sunset views and fireside relaxation.
Overnight: Sayari Camp
After breakfast, journey south through the vast plains to the Central Serengeti, with game viewing en route. Check in at Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge, overlooking a wildlife-rich watering hole.
Overnight: Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Serengeti National Park, renowned for year-round wildlife and big cats. Relax midday at the lodge, then continue exploring the savannahs before returning for a luxury dinner under the African sky.
Overnight: Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge
Travel toward the Ngorongoro Crater and descend into the crater floor for an unforgettable game drive. Spot the Big Five within this natural amphitheater before continuing to Karatu for overnight at Gibbs Farm.
Overnight: Gibbs Farm
Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and scenic lake views. Later, transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight back to Zanzibar, marking the end of an extraordinary beach and safari journey.
Included/Exclude
The Cost Includes
- Airport meet & greet and all transfers in Zanzibar and Northern Tanzania
- All scheduled domestic flights as per itinerary
- Zanzibar ⇄ Serengeti (Kogatende)
- Arusha ⇄ Zanzibar
- Luxury accommodation throughout:
- Zanzibar Serena Hotel
- Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat
- Sayari Camp
- Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge
- Gibbs Farm
- Meals as per lodge and camp meal plans
- All safari activities and game drives in shared or private 4x4 safari vehicles
- Professional English-speaking safari guides
- Park entrance fees and conservation fees
- Wildebeest Migration tracking experience in Serengeti North
- Ngorongoro Crater descent and game drive
- Lake Manyara National Park game drive
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- All government taxes and service charges
The Cost Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Lunches, dinners, and drinks unless specified by the hotel meal plan
- Optional activities and excursions (snorkeling, spa treatments, dhow cruises, etc.)
- Personal expenses (laundry, minibar, phone calls, souvenirs)
- Tips and gratuities for drivers, guides, and hotel staff
- Any services not mentioned under Package Includes
Tour Plan
Where does this tourtake place?
This tour combines beach and safari experiences in Zanzibar and Northern Tanzania, including Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.
The package includes airport transfers, domestic flights, luxury accommodations, guided game drives, park entry fees, professional safari guides, and meals as specified in the itinerary.
International flights, visa fees, travel insurance, personal expenses, optional activities, tips, and beverages not included in lodge meal plans.
Luxury villas, beach resorts, and safari lodges including Xanadu Luxury Villas & Retreat, Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar, Gibbs Farm, and Elewana Tarangire Treetops.
Yes. The itinerary is ideal for couples and honeymooners seeking a blend of romance, luxury, and adventure.
You may see elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and abundant birdlife.
This itinerary is excellent year-round, with December offering warm weather and excellent wildlife viewing.
Yes. All scheduled domestic flights between Zanzibar and Arusha are included as per the itinerary.
