13-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday: Great Migration, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Zanzibar

Duration

13 Days

Price Guide

From, $5442 P.p

The 13-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Beach Holiday is an exceptional journey that combines unforgettable wildlife adventures with a relaxing tropical beach escape. This carefully designed itinerary takes you through some of Tanzania’s most iconic safari destinations, including the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and areas associated with the Great Wildebeest Migration, before continuing to the beautiful island of Zanzibar. With thirteen days to explore, travelers can enjoy extended game drives, breathtaking landscapes, authentic cultural experiences, and plenty of time to relax without feeling rushed. The journey is ideal for travelers who want to experience both the spectacular wildlife of Tanzania and the peaceful beauty of the Indian Ocean.

The safari portion focuses on the legendary Serengeti, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife ecosystems and a major stage of the annual Great Migration. Depending on the season and location, guests may witness huge herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the plains in search of fresh grazing and water. The presence of migrating herds attracts predators, creating opportunities to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and other wildlife in dramatic natural encounters. The journey also includes the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, where fertile grasslands, forests, wetlands, and lakes support an impressive concentration of wildlife. Game drives may reveal elephants, buffaloes, lions, hippos, flamingos, zebras, wildebeest, and the endangered black rhino, while the spectacular crater scenery provides excellent photography opportunities.

After the excitement of the safari, the journey continues to Zanzibar, where guests can enjoy several days of relaxation along the island’s beautiful tropical coastline. With its white sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, colorful coral reefs, and warm Swahili culture, Zanzibar provides the perfect contrast to the African wilderness. Depending on your interests, you can enjoy snorkeling, diving, a traditional dhow cruise, a spice tour, or an exploration of historic Stone Town, while those seeking complete relaxation can simply unwind at a beachfront resort and enjoy spectacular sunsets. Combining Great Migration wildlife, Serengeti adventure, Ngorongoro’s natural wonders, and Zanzibar’s tropical beaches, this 13-day holiday offers a complete Tanzania experience filled with adventure, culture, relaxation, and unforgettable memories.

13-DAY ITINERARY

Day-By-Day

DAY

1

Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed
by our professional safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Your
guide will provide a safari briefing and assist you with preparations for the exciting
journey ahead. The evening is reserved for relaxation before beginning your Tanzania
safari adventure.

Lunch, Dinner

DAY

1

Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be warmly welcomed
by our professional safari representative and transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Your
guide will provide a safari briefing and assist you with preparations for the exciting
journey ahead. The evening is reserved for relaxation before beginning your Tanzania
safari adventure.

Lunch, Dinner

DAY

2

Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

After breakfast, depart Arusha towards Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s
most scenic wildlife destinations. The park is famous for its ancient baobab trees,
beautiful landscapes, and large elephant herds. During your game drive, explore the
areas around the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers throughout the year. You may
encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of bird
species. After your safari experience, continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

2

Arusha – Tarangire National Park – Karatu

After breakfast, depart Arusha towards Tarangire National Park, one of Tanzania’s
most scenic wildlife destinations. The park is famous for its ancient baobab trees,
beautiful landscapes, and large elephant herds. During your game drive, explore the
areas around the Tarangire River, where wildlife gathers throughout the year. You may
encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, and a variety of bird
species. After your safari experience, continue to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

3

Ngorongoro Crater – Central Serengeti

After an early breakfast, depart towards the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater and
descend into the crater floor for a memorable game drive. The crater is home to an
incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras,
wildebeests, and the endangered black rhino. After a picnic lunch inside the crater,
continue towards Central Serengeti, enjoying game viewing along the way before
arriving at your camp for dinner and overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

3

Ngorongoro Crater – Central Serengeti

After an early breakfast, depart towards the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater and
descend into the crater floor for a memorable game drive. The crater is home to an
incredible concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras,
wildebeests, and the endangered black rhino. After a picnic lunch inside the crater,
continue towards Central Serengeti, enjoying game viewing along the way before
arriving at your camp for dinner and overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

4

Full-Day Serengeti National Park

Enjoy a full day exploring the magnificent Serengeti National Park, famous for its
endless plains, abundant wildlife, and the Great Migration. Morning and afternoon game
drives allow you to search for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as
large herds of wildebeests, zebras, elephants, and giraffes. Depending on the season, you
may witness spectacular migration activity across the Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy a
picnic lunch in the wilderness before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

4

Full-Day Serengeti National Park

Enjoy a full day exploring the magnificent Serengeti National Park, famous for its
endless plains, abundant wildlife, and the Great Migration. Morning and afternoon game
drives allow you to search for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as
large herds of wildebeests, zebras, elephants, and giraffes. Depending on the season, you
may witness spectacular migration activity across the Serengeti ecosystem. Enjoy a
picnic lunch in the wilderness before returning to your camp for dinner and overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

5

Serengeti – Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, continue your safari towards Northern Serengeti, one of Tanzania’s
most remote and spectacular wildlife regions. The area is especially famous during the
Great Migration season when large herds gather around the Mara River. Enjoy game
drives searching for wildebeests, zebras, elephants, lions, leopards, and other wildlife.
The untouched landscapes and fewer visitors create a truly exclusive safari experience.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

5

Serengeti – Northern Serengeti

After breakfast, continue your safari towards Northern Serengeti, one of Tanzania’s
most remote and spectacular wildlife regions. The area is especially famous during the
Great Migration season when large herds gather around the Mara River. Enjoy game
drives searching for wildebeests, zebras, elephants, lions, leopards, and other wildlife.
The untouched landscapes and fewer visitors create a truly exclusive safari experience.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

6

Full-Day Northern Serengeti Great Migration Safari

Spend a full day exploring Northern Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.
Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic migration scenes, including large
gatherings of wildebeests and zebras, predator activity, and incredible wildlife
interactions. Your guide will select the best locations based on wildlife movements,
ensuring the best possible safari experience.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

6

Full-Day Northern Serengeti Great Migration Safari

Spend a full day exploring Northern Serengeti with morning and afternoon game drives.
Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic migration scenes, including large
gatherings of wildebeests and zebras, predator activity, and incredible wildlife
interactions. Your guide will select the best locations based on wildlife movements,
ensuring the best possible safari experience.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

7

Northern Serengeti – Central Serengeti

After breakfast, depart Northern Serengeti and continue towards Central Serengeti,
enjoying game viewing en route. The landscape changes as you enter the famous
Seronera Valley, known for year-round wildlife concentrations and excellent predator
sightings. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before settling into your camp for dinner and
overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

7

Northern Serengeti – Central Serengeti

After breakfast, depart Northern Serengeti and continue towards Central Serengeti,
enjoying game viewing en route. The landscape changes as you enter the famous
Seronera Valley, known for year-round wildlife concentrations and excellent predator
sightings. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before settling into your camp for dinner and
overnight.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY

8

Serengeti – Lake Manyara – Arusha – Flight to Zanzibar

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and continue towards Lake Manyara National Park,
famous for its scenic landscapes, groundwater forests, tree-climbing lions, elephants,
and rich birdlife. Enjoy a game drive before continuing to Arusha for your flight to
Zanzibar. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you will be transferred to historic Stone Town for
your overnight stay.

Breakfast, Lunch

DAY

8

Serengeti – Lake Manyara – Arusha – Flight to Zanzibar

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and continue towards Lake Manyara National Park,
famous for its scenic landscapes, groundwater forests, tree-climbing lions, elephants,
and rich birdlife. Enjoy a game drive before continuing to Arusha for your flight to
Zanzibar. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, you will be transferred to historic Stone Town for
your overnight stay.

Breakfast, Lunch

DAY

9

Stone Town Experience – Transfer to Zanzibar Beach

After breakfast, enjoy some time exploring the historic streets of Stone Town, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site known for its rich culture, architecture, markets, and coastal charm.
Later, transfer to your beach hotel where you will begin your relaxing island stay.

Breakfast

DAY

9

Stone Town Experience – Transfer to Zanzibar Beach

After breakfast, enjoy some time exploring the historic streets of Stone Town, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site known for its rich culture, architecture, markets, and coastal charm.
Later, transfer to your beach hotel where you will begin your relaxing island stay.

Breakfast

DAY

101113

Zanzibar Beach Relaxation – Kupaga Villa Hotel

Enjoy your remaining days relaxing at the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. Guests can
spend time swimming in the turquoise waters, relaxing on white sandy beaches, or
joining optional excursions such as snorkeling, spice tours, dolphin experiences, Stone
Town visits, or cultural activities. Your Zanzibar stay provides the perfect conclusion to
your Tanzania adventure, combining relaxation, nature, and island beauty.

Breakfast

DAY

101113

Zanzibar Beach Relaxation – Kupaga Villa Hotel

Enjoy your remaining days relaxing at the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar. Guests can
spend time swimming in the turquoise waters, relaxing on white sandy beaches, or
joining optional excursions such as snorkeling, spice tours, dolphin experiences, Stone
Town visits, or cultural activities. Your Zanzibar stay provides the perfect conclusion to
your Tanzania adventure, combining relaxation, nature, and island beauty.

Breakfast

DAY

13

Zanzibar Beach – Zanzibar International Airport (Departure)

After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Zanzibar before your scheduled transfer to
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Our driver will collect you from
your hotel and transfer you to the airport in time for your onward flight. This marks the
end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday, filled with
incredible wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and relaxing island memories.
END OF SAFARI & BEACH HOLIDAY

Breakfast

DAY

13

Zanzibar Beach – Zanzibar International Airport (Departure)

After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Zanzibar before your scheduled transfer to
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Our driver will collect you from
your hotel and transfer you to the airport in time for your onward flight. This marks the
end of your unforgettable Tanzania safari and Zanzibar beach holiday, filled with
incredible wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and relaxing island memories.
END OF SAFARI & BEACH HOLIDAY

Breakfast

Tour Price Includes

Covers all required park entry fees and applicable government taxes throughout the safari.
Includes the official fees required for access and services within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
An experienced guide will accompany you throughout the safari, providing expert knowledge about wildlife, nature, and local culture. Full-board accommodation – Includes comfortable a

Price Tour Excludes

Airfare is not included unless specifically stated in the safari package.
Guests are responsible for arranging their own travel insurance.
Alcoholic beverages, sodas, juices, and other soft drinks are at the guest’s own expense.

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