Tanzania and Zanzibar Itinerary 7 Days
Spend a week combining a private Tanzania safari with Stone Town and a Zanzibar beach stay. This 7-day Tanzania and Zanzibar itinerary takes you to Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, with your own private safari vehicle for the game drives. Look for elephants among Tarangire’s baobabs and watch for wildlife across the crater floor, with time to stop and enjoy what you find along the way.
On Zanzibar, walk through Stone Town’s narrow streets, then settle into your beach hotel for time by the Indian Ocean. With a short safari and a beach stay in one holiday, this trip suits travellers who want a taste of both within a week. Choose from the listed lodges and hotels to find a stay that works for you.
7-Day Tanzania and Zanzibar Trip Summary
- Duration: 7 days and 6 nights.
- Route: Kilimanjaro Airport → Arusha → Tarangire → Karatu → Ngorongoro Crater → Stone Town → Zanzibar beach → Zanzibar Airport.
- Safari and Zanzibar: Two safari days in Tarangire and Ngorongoro, followed by three nights on Zanzibar: one in Stone Town and two at the beach.
- Safari transport: Private 4x4 with an English-speaking driver-guide.
- Mainland-to-island transfer: Scheduled flight from Arusha Airport to Zanzibar on Day 4.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner at all stays.
7 Days in Tanzania and Zanzibar: Route and Overnight Stays
- Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport arrival and overnight in Arusha
- Day 2: Tarangire safari and overnight in the Karatu area
- Day 3: Ngorongoro Crater and overnight in the Karatu area
- Day 4: Flight to Zanzibar and overnight in Stone Town
- Days 5 and 6: Stone Town tour, then two beach nights
- Day 7: Transfer to Zanzibar Airport and departure
The map shows the Kendwa beach option. Your beach location depends on your chosen hotel: Zanzibar Sunrise at Bandas in Matemwe, Gold Zanzibar in Kendwa, or Tulia Zanzibar in Pongwe.
Day 1
Arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport and Transfer to Arusha
On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Spend your first night in Arusha before starting the safari on Day 2.
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Day 2
Wildlife Adventure in Tarangire National Park
Travel from Arusha to Tarangire National Park for game drives among baobab trees, acacia woodland and the Tarangire River. Look for elephants and other wildlife with your guide. After your time in the park, continue to your selected lodge in the Karatu area for the night.
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Day 3
Ngorongoro Crater Exploration
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of game viewing. Explore its grasslands, wetlands and forest habitats with your guide, looking for the wildlife that lives here. Sightings vary and cannot be guaranteed. After the crater visit, return to your selected lodge in the Karatu area for your second night there.
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Day 4
Flight to Zanzibar and Stone Town Stay
After breakfast at your lodge in the Karatu area, drive to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, transfer to your selected hotel in Stone Town, where you will spend one night.
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Days 5–6
Beach Time in Zanzibar
On Day 5, take a morning guided tour of Stone Town before transferring to your selected Zanzibar beach hotel. Spend two nights at the beach, on Days 5 and 6, before departing on Day 7.
Day 6 is available for beach relaxation. Optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, a spice tour or Safari Blue can be discussed with our team when planning your stay.
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Mid-Luxury
Luxury
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Day 7
Departure from Zanzibar
Transfer from your Zanzibar beach hotel to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight. Your transfer time will be arranged around the confirmed flight schedule.