Small Group Safari and Beach Holiday
Destinations:
Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
Safari Overview
Exclusively on this tour, you’ll search for animals on the mainland land and wind up by the beach in Zanzibar. This tour package is designed to fit all kind of travelers including solo travelers, honeymooners, family and women-only travelers who wish to explore the best of both Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar Island. The tour starts in Arusha towards the famous parks in northern circuit which includes Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater – a geological marvel and a festival of wildlife, and the famous Serengeti National Park.
A visit to these parks gives you the opportunity to witness Africa’s Big 5 (elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard and rhino). The trip ends with multiple days of relaxation in Zanzibar’s pristine beaches. This tour best suits those who travel between June to early November. Get ready for a rich experience and the opportunity to see Tanzania’s most diverse wildlife.
Experiences:
Wildlife, Photography, Classic game viewing, Luxury Accommodation
Suitable for:
Couples, Family, Special Groups, Solo travelers, June to October
FULL ITINERARY
Day 1: Pick up from Kilimanjaro Int’l Airport to hotel in Arusha
One of our representatives will be at the airport to meet you. After all formalities are cleared, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Arusha. Get to know your safari companions over a drink before dinner this evening. Our safari manager will meet you this evening to brief you over the upcoming tour.
The briefing will provide an opportunity to review the itinerary and address any final questions before the adventure begins. Afterwards, consider sharing a meal with your group so you can get to know them better. The rest of the evening is spent at leisure.
Meal Plan
Dinner
Overnight
Luxury hotel Arusha
Day 2: Fly from Arusha to Serengeti National Park
Few protected areas command the attention earned by Serengeti National Park. Covering approximately 14,763 square kilometres, it supports one of the largest concentrations of wildlife remaining in Africa. Following breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight into the Serengeti. A game drive begins shortly after landing, introducing the vast grasslands and resident wildlife that define Serengeti. The afternoon is spent at a measured pace as your guide interprets animal behaviour and ecological relationships before continuing to your lodge.
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Day 3 &4: Serengeti National Park
It’s hard to sum up the marvelous Serengeti. At 14,763 sq km, its scale is beyond imagination. And while you can revel in the bigger picture, it’s also the place to embrace the individual moments: the will-they-won’t-they tension of a lion pack on the hunt; the shock of a crocodile bursting from the river; the white-knuckle charge of an angry bull elephant; the dazzle of the sun subsiding into plains with no end. The Serengeti is abundant with game – from the Big Five and cheetah to huge plains herds.
You might time your visit for the dramatic peak of the Great Migration, when more than a million animals cross the rivers in the Serengeti’s north. But the animals are always on the move: there is plenty to see, all over the park, year round. A picnic lunch allows additional time in rewarding wildlife areas.
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Day 5: Serengeti National Park Full Day
Another day in the Serengeti allows greater flexibility and encourages a slower approach to wildlife viewing. Depending on the season, you may follow portions of the migratory route used by immense herds of wildebeest and zebra, numbering well above one million animals. During quieter periods, attention shifts toward resident species and the less obvious details that many travellers miss. Conversations with your guide often provide valuable insights into conservation challenges, predator dynamics, and the longstanding relationship between surrounding communities and protected areas.
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive while departing the park, with time to appreciate the landscapes that have shaped East African safari history. Arrival at the crater rim is usually scheduled during the afternoon, allowing the remainder of the day at leisure. Rather than descending immediately into the crater, this afternoon invites rest after several active days in the field. Many travellers choose to admire panoramic views, read on the lodge veranda, or simply absorb the cooler highland atmosphere.
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater - Full Day
Formed following the collapse of a volcanic mountain millions of years ago, Ngorongoro Crater spans roughly 260 square kilometres and supports an extraordinary density of wildlife within its enclosed floor. Descend early to maximise time in one of Africa’s most remarkable natural areas. Black rhinoceros remain among the most sought after sightings, while buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, lion, and spotted hyena are encountered regularly.
Flamingos gather seasonally around Lake Magadi, attracting photographers and bird enthusiasts alike. The crater’s permanent water sources sustain wildlife throughout the year, contributing to its reputation as an exceptional location for game viewing before returning to the rim later in the day.
Meal Plan
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge or similar
Day 8: Ngorongoro to Lake Manyara NP - Transfer to Arusha, Fly to Zanzibar
A final mainland safari experience unfolds within Lake Manyara National Park, an area of approximately 330 square kilometres where groundwater forests, open grasslands, and alkaline lake habitats support impressive ecological variety.
Following breakfast, descend from the highlands and continue into the park for a game drive. Baboons appear in substantial numbers near the entrance, elephants move quietly through forested sections, and birdlife flourishes along the lake margins.
Tree climbing lions have contributed to the park’s reputation, although sightings remain unpredictable. Later, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar, where a different side of Tanzania awaits.
Meal Plan
Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight
Zanzibar Serena Hotel or similar
Day 9,10 and 11: Zanzibar - Time Spent at Leisure
The pace changes considerably upon arrival in Zanzibar. Evocative and exotic, Zanzibar conjures up images of idyllic, sandy, palm fringed beaches, romantic winding cobbled alleys and lush tropical forests. You will find all these here – and an intriguing history. These three days are intentionally unstructured, allowing time to recover after several days of early starts and wildlife activities.
You may spend the day enjoying the beach, swimming in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, or unwinding beside the pool. Additional activities can be arranged through your hotel, including spice farm visits, guided walks through Stone Town, sunset cruises aboard traditional vessels, or snorkelling excursions to nearby reefs.
The choice remains entirely your own, providing an opportunity to shape these coastal days according to your interests and preferred pace. Perhaps the best way to see Stone Town is on foot: explore the bazaars for old maritime trinkets, fabrics and wooden carvings, or visit mosques, palaces, courtyards and alleyways of the old town.
Meal Plan
Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight
Zanzibar Serena Hotel or similar
Day 12: Departure
Depending on your international flight schedule, the final hours in Zanzibar can be used at leisure before your transfer to the airport. An early departure may involve little more than breakfast and check out formalities. Additional time creates opportunities for a final swim, a relaxed walk along the beach, souvenir shopping, or enjoying lunch at the hotel before leaving.
Airport transfers will be arranged according to your departure details to ensure a timely arrival for check in procedures. With memories shaped by wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and time beside the Indian Ocean, your Tanzanian holiday comes to a close.
Price Includes
- All entry fees
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation as specified
- Domestic flight from Arusha to Serengeti
- Domestic flight from Arusha to Zanzibar
- Private safari vehicle
- English speaking guide
- Scheduled game drives as indicated
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during safari
- Government taxes and levies applicable at the time of booking
Price Excludes
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Entry visa fees
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Optional activities in Zanzibar
- Laundry services
- Items of a personal nature
- Any services not specifically mentioned under ‘Price Includes’
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