12 Days Safari in Tanzania and Zanzibar
Experience the Best of Tanzania on a 12-Day Safari & Beach Adventure!
Maximize your safari experience with an unforgettable journey through Tanzania's iconic national parks, followed by a relaxing beach escape in Zanzibar. This 12-day adventure offers a perfect blend of thrilling wildlife encounters and serene coastal relaxation, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking the best of both worlds.
Your adventure begins at Kilimanjaro Airport with a warm welcome and transfer to Arusha for an overnight stay. Start your safari with a visit to the picturesque
Continue your journey to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its rich biodiversity, including elephants, lions, and endangered black rhinos. After exploring the crater, head to https://docs.google.com/document/d/1phkeaPhY4VDH08ixOW_C5nlghXhfuNvjcoDK-NYCSLQ/edit?usp=sharing, where ancient Baobab trees and large elephant herds dominate the landscape, offering a unique safari experience away from the crowds.
After your exhilarating safari, fly to the beautiful island of Zanzibar for a cultural exploration of historic Stone Town. Wander through its narrow streets, visit bustling markets, and immerse yourself in the Swahili culture. Your journey concludes with a stay at a luxurious beach resort on Zanzibar’s pristine northern coast, where you can relax on white sandy beaches, snorkel in turquoise waters, and soak in the island's tropical beauty.
Choose from Mid-range, Luxury, or High-End accommodation options for a personalized experience that perfectly suits your preferences. Your safari and beach holiday concludes with a convenient drop-off at Zanzibar Airport, ready for your onward journey.
Customize your Safari
This 12-day safari and beach trip is perfect for those who want to explore Tanzania’s best parks and Zanzibar Beaches. The journey starts from Kilimanjaro Airport, Arusha, and ends in Zanzibar.
– Arrival: Land in Tanzania, typically at Kilimanjaro International Airport.
– Arusha: Spend time in Arusha, a city nestled at the foot of Mount Meru. Explore the local markets’ vibrant culture and enjoy Tanzanian cuisine.
– Tarangire National Park is known for its large elephant herds and majestic baobab trees.
– Wildlife Viewing: During extensive game drives, spot lions, giraffes, and zebras.
– Ngorongoro Conservation Area: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
– The Ngorongoro Crater: Experience a unique ecosystem with abundant wildlife, including the Big Five.
– Cultural Experience: Visit a Maasai village to learn about local traditions.
– Serengeti National Park: Iconic for its vast plains and part of the Great Migration route.
– Game Drives: Witness diverse wildlife in their natural habitat, including the chance to see the Great Migration.
– Transfer to Zanzibar: Fly from the mainland to the tropical island.
– Stone Town: Explore this historic city with its winding alleys, bustling bazaars, and Swahili architecture. Visit key historical sites like the Sultan’s Palace and the Old Fort.
– Beach Time: Relax on the white sandy beaches and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean.
– Snorkeling and Diving: Engage in water activities like snorkeling and diving to explore the rich marine life of Zanzibar’s coral reefs.
– Cultural Tours: Visit spice farms to learn about the island’s spice trade history.
This 12-day safari combines the best of Tanzanian wildlife and the exotic allure of Zanzibar, offering a blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and relaxation. It provides a comprehensive experience of East Africa’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
Kilimanjaro Airport Pick up
Meet and greet upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Arusha for dinner and overnight stay at Bed and Breakfast (BB)
Our Choices Includes;
Mid-Luxury: Mount Meru Game Lodge
Luxury: Lake Duluti Lodge
High-End: Arusha Coffee Lodge
The Great Migration
After breakfast, you’ll drive to Arusha airport to catch a morning flight to the Serengeti. The flight, likely on a Cessna Caravan or a PC12, offers scenic views en route, landing either at Kogatende or Ndutu, depending on the season. Upon arrival, your driver will meet you, ready to begin an exploration of the Serengeti National Park. The focus will be on observing the great migration, an unforgettable experience, especially for first-time viewers.
You will spend two nights in this remarkable location.
Our Selection includes
Mid-Luxury: Gnu Migration Camp
Luxury: Siringit Camp
High End: Serengeti Bushtops
The Big Cats of Serengeti
Your journey continues to the world-renowned central part of Serengeti National Park, known for its vast plains, territories of the big cats, and the resident animals. Central Serengeti offers unrivaled wildlife encounters. You’ll enjoy game drives in search of the park’s resident predators and grazers. Two nights will be spent here.
Our Choices Includes;
Mid-Luxury: Mawe Tented Camp
Luxury: Siringit Camp
High-End: Lemala Nanyukie
Rhinos of Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast in the morning, we will depart for Ngorongoro Crater, which spans 102 square miles and has walls rising 2,000 feet high, making it a natural sanctuary for wildlife. This location is unique in East Africa, hosting almost every species indigenous to the region. It’s one of the few places on the continent where you can see the black rhino. The concentration of African wildlife here is among the greatest in Africa. The crater features a river, several swamps, a soda lake with a significant population of flamingos, a forest, and open plains. It is also renowned for its elephants, which are some of the largest in the world and boast impressive tusks.
Our selection includes:
Mid-Luxury: Karatu Tented Lodge
Luxury: Lion’s Paw Lodge
High End: &Beyond Crater Lodge
Elephants and Baobab Trees of Tarangire
Tarangire National Park
A day in Tarangire National Park, Tanzania, offers a captivating journey into an untamed wilderness, as dawn breaks, set out on a game drive, the rising sun casting a warm glow on the ancient baobab trees and the golden savannah. Here, you can witness large herds of elephants and their families gathered around waterholes and spot impalas, zebras, and perhaps even leopards in their natural habitat. Midday is perfect for a picnic amidst this breathtaking scenery. The park’s diverse birdlife further enhances the experience, ranging from the vibrant lilac-breasted rollers to the massive ostriches. Afternoon safaris reveal even more wildlife wonders. As the sun sets, the horizon transforms into a stunning canvas of colors, marking a fitting end to a day filled with unforgettable safari adventures in Tarangire.
Our Choices include:
Mid-Luxury: Baobab Tented Camp
Luxury: Kuro Treetops Lodge
High-End: Lemala Mpingo Ridge
Zanzibar’s Stone Town
Zanzibar Island
After the Morning Safari in Tarangire, you will be transferred to Arusha for an hour’s flight to Zanzibar, where one night is spent at Stone Town Hotel.Our Choices include:
Tembo House Hotel
Kisiwa House Hotel
Emerson Spice
Zanzibar’s Paradise Island
After a morning guided tour of Stone Town, you will proceed to the beachside of Zanzibar, staying at a hotel selected by you in collaboration with our sales team. Post the Stone Town tour, a drive will take you to this idyllic beachside location. You will spend the next three nights on the island, where numerous activities can be organized to enhance your experience. These include snorkeling, diving, a spice tour, Safari Blue, a dolphin tour, and many others. Feel free to add any of these extras to your itinerary.
On your last day, we will arrange for your transfer to the airport for your onward flights.
Our Choices include:
Kilindi Zanzibar
The Residence
Zuri Zanzibar
Next Paradise
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Marafiki Bungalows
PRICE INCLUDES
- Professional Safari guide/driver language of your choice is English, French, Italian, Spanish, or German.
- Transportation using 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for easy viewing and photo taking.
- National Park entrance fees.
- Domestic air transfers to Serengeti and from Arusha to Zanzibar
- Government charges
- Taxes VAT included
- Accommodation with meals included as per your final itinerary includes Bed and breakfast in all town hotels and Full board on safari.
PRICE EXCLUDES
- Personal items of nature, such as alcoholic drinks/beverages.
- Tips and gratuities
- Visa to Tanzania
- International flight to the country
Itinerary
- Day 1 - Arrival to Tanzania
- Day 2 - Lake Manyara National Park
- Day 3 & 4 - Serengeti National Park - Big Cats of Serengeti
- DAY 5 - Ngorongoro Crater
- DAY 6 - Tarangire National Park
- DAY 7 - Morning Safari, Fly to Zanzibar Stone Town
- DAY 8- 12 - Beach Relaxation
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Dream Safari Today with Kilidove Tours!
Why Kilidove Tours?
- Personalized Safari Experiences
- Expert Local Guides
- Commitment to Sustainability
- Exceptional Value for Money
- Diverse Range of Destinations
- Highest service
- Competitive rates
This 12-day safari and beach adventure offers the perfect combination of wildlife exploration and coastal relaxation. Begin your journey in Tarangire National Park, famous for its elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Then, head to the Serengeti, where you’ll witness incredible wildlife and possibly the Great Migration. Next, explore the Ngorongoro Crater, home to diverse wildlife within a stunning natural setting.
After the safari, fly to Zanzibar and experience the rich culture of Stone Town before unwinding on the island’s pristine beaches. This itinerary provides an ideal blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
