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11-Day Best of Tanzania & Zanzibar Safari

11 days
From Arusha to Zanzibar
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Safari
Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arusha to Tarangire National Park

    After breakfast at your hotel in Arusha, you'll be picked up for a 2.5-hour drive that takes you through scenic landscapes and local communities on your way to Tarangire National Park. Once you arrive, your first game drive starts right away where you'll watch for the park's famous elephants, baobab trees, and tree-climbing African pythons. The day wraps up with dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge ( Marera Valley Lodge - Karatu or similar. )

    Included Activities

    • Game drive at Tarangire National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Hot air balloon - USD 500 per person
    • Maasai boma visit - USD 50 per vehicle
    • Sundowners - USD 50 per person sharing
    Landmarks
    Tarangire National Park
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  2. Day 2

    Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

    You'll head out after breakfast and drive toward the Serengeti with spectacular views of the landscape unfolding as you go. When you reach the Serengeti gate, there's a picnic lunch before an afternoon game drive. The endless plains of savannah and forest here support about 1.5 million herbivores during migration season, along with their predators.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Game drive at Serengeti National Park
    Landmarks
    Serengeti National Park
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  3. Day 3

    Serengeti National Park

    This full day is all game drives across the Serengeti. You'll have chances to spot impala, buffalo, crocodile, hippo, and the famous migrating zebra, antelope, and wildebeest herds. Where the animals move depends on weather and rainfall, so they shift between northern woodlands (November-December) and southern plains. You might also run into resident predators like leopards, cheetahs, and lions.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Serengeti Heritage Tented Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day game drive at Serengeti National Park
    Landmarks
    Serengeti National Park
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  4. Day 4

    Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    Another full day of game driving at the Serengeti takes you through kopjes, woodland, riverine vegetation, and open plains. If you're interested in birds, you'll have chances to see over 500 species including augur buzzards, kori bustards, black-headed herons, and white-backed vultures. After a picnic lunch, the afternoon continues with game viewing while driving toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you'll stay at a lodge on the crater rim.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge or Similar.)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day game drive at Serengeti National Park
    • Bird watching opportunities
    Landmarks
    Serengeti National Park
    Ngorongoro Conservation Area
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  5. Day 5

    Ngorongoro Crater

    Early breakfast gets you ready to descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, which is the world's largest intact crater. Around 30,000 large mammals live here, and the natural borders concentrate wildlife, so you'll encounter the Big Five including African Black Rhino, plus hyena, zebra, and elephants. Late afternoon brings a drive back to Marera Valley Lodge for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge ( Marera Valley Lodge - Karatu or similar. )

    Included Activities

    • Game drive at Ngorongoro Crater
    Landmarks
    Ngorongoro Crater
  6. Day 6

    Lake Manyara to Arusha

    The drive to Lake Manyara takes you to a park known for its panoramic views, waterfalls, brooks, and hot springs. You'll spend the day on a game drive through the park, and there's an option to book a 2-hour walking safari to get closer looks at giraffes, buffalos, and other animals. In the afternoon, you'll head back to Arusha, arriving before dinner.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Game drive at Lake Manyara National Park

    Optional Activities

    • 2-hour walking safari
    Landmarks
    Lake Manyara National Park
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  7. Day 7

    Arusha to Zanzibar

    You'll be picked up and transferred to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Your first night is in Stone Town where you'll have views of the old city. The hotel can arrange optional activities like a guided Old Town tour, Spice Tour, Prison Island visit, or Jozani Forest exploration.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Zanzibar Serena Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Stone Town Old Town guided tour
    • Spice Tour
    • Prison Island tour
    • Jozani Forest tour
    Landmarks
    Stone Town
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  8. Days 8 - 10

    Zanzibar Beach Relaxation

    Three full days here let you relax at the beach on Zanzibar, the spice island of the Indian Ocean. The main islands are Unguja and Pemba, and over centuries they've been home to Sumerians, Assyrians, Egyptians, Phoenicians, Indians, Chinese, Persians, Portuguese, Omani Arabs, Dutch, and British settlers, creating a unique cultural blend. The hotel can arrange sea sports and water activities for an extra cost.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Zanzibar Serena Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Beach relaxation

    Optional Activities

    • Sea sports and water activities
    Landmarks
    Zanzibar
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  9. Day 11

    Zanzibar Departure

    After breakfast at the hotel, you'll have time to relax at the beach before an afternoon transfer from Stone Town to the airport for your international flight home.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Beach relaxation
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    · March 17th, 2025
    Our family recently went on an 11-day Tanzania and Zanzibar safari with Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris, and honestly—it was one of the best experiences of our lives! 🌍 Start of the journey – Arusha and Tarangire National Park 🐘🌿 Our first destination after arriving in Tanzania was Tarangire National Park. Our kids were absolutely mesmerized by the huge herds of elephants, the baobab trees, and the prancing deer! The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, which made the whole trip more enjoyable. 🦁 Serengeti – Wildlife Paradise 🐆🌾 After entering the Serengeti, it felt like we were in the middle of a National Geographic scene! Lions roared across the vast grasslands, and we saw cheetahs and zebras running. The most exciting part of the whole safari was here! 🌋 Ngorongoro – Wonder of Nature 🦏🦓 Next we went to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where there is an entire ecosystem in one giant crater! Here I got a chance to see rhinoceroses, hippopotamuses, and numerous wildlife up close. 🦩 The beauty of Lake Manyara 🌊🌿 Lake Manyara National Park was truly unique! We saw tree-climbing lions and numerous colorful flamingos. The atmosphere was calm and breathtaking! 🏝️ Last part of the trip—Heavenly Zanzibar 🌊🌴 After an exciting safari, relaxing on Zanzibar's white sand beaches and calm blue waters was amazing. We toured the historic Stone Town, went on a boat trip, and enjoyed local delicacies. At sunset, it seemed as if time had stopped! 🌅👨👩👧👦 Ideal tour for family 💕 This trip will be a truly unforgettable experience for our family. Lights on Africa Destinations & Safaris' professional guides, comfortable lodges, delicious food, and personal service made the entire trip hassle-free and memorable. 🌟 If you want to enjoy wildlife and the beauty of the sea together with your family, then this 11-day safari is definitely the perfect choice for you! 🌟 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 100% recommend! 🎉
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